Bolton dismiss manager Coyle

Bolton have sacked manager Owen
Coyle following a poor start to the
season.
A statement on the club's Twitter page
confirmed Coyle has been "relieved of
his duties" 34 months after succeeding
Gary Megson.
The Scot oversaw relegation from the
Premier League in May, and this term's
attempt to win an immediate return
has begun badly.
Saturday's defeat at Millwall was a
fourth away from home, and there
have been just three victories in 10
games.
Chairman Phil Gartside said: "It is the
right time for a change. We set a target
at the beginning of the season and
want to get back on track.
"Owen poured his heart and soul into
the job, and he led our club with great
dignity during some very challenging
times. I would like to place on record
our sincere thanks to Owen, Sandy
Stewart and Steve Davis."
Coyle said: "I have always been driven
to act in the best interests of the club
and care passionately about it. I had
fantastic times here as a player and it
has been a privilege to have held the
post of manager."
Academy manager Jimmy Phillips and
head of academy coaching Sammy Lee
have been put in temporary charge.