Sunderland – 16th – 29 points
Due to Gus Poyet’s character, the Uruguayan was always a controversial choice in the managerial hot-seat at the Stadium of Light – similar to former boss Paulo Di Canio.
Despite guiding the Black Cats to an incredible escape from relegation in the previous season, his time was simply up, and not many could argue with the decision.
With Dick Advocaat having only been handed the job on March 17, it’s perhaps too early to know whether it was the correct decision to bring in the Dutchman.
Poyet’s record
All competitions: P35 W7 D15 L13
League: P29 W4 D14 L11 Pts26
Advocaat’s record
All competitions: P3 W1 D0 L2
League: P3 W1 D0 L2 Pts3
