Liam Rosenior leaves Chelsea FC after four months as manager

On April 22, 2026, Chelsea FC announced the departure of manager Liam Rosenior after a four-month tenure. The decision followed a 3-0 home defeat against Brighton, which intensified pressure on the club's leadership. Rosenior, who replaced Enzo Maresca in January, oversaw 23 matches, achieving 11 wins, 10 losses, and 2 draws. His term included a notable negative record of five consecutive matches without scoring a goal, a streak not seen at the club since 1912. Despite his recent assertions regarding board support, the club opted to terminate his contract. Callum MacFarlane has been appointed to manage the team until the end of the current season. While some media reports earlier in the week suggested potential backing from the owners, the board ultimately prioritized a change in leadership following the poor run of results.