Rob Edwards had no knowledge of his sacking until rumours of Cesar Peixoto's appointment began spreading on social media.
He then phoned the club to ask about those rumours and was sacked over the phone.
Edwards was very much present in the process of signing Raul Jimenez and Kieran Trippier for the club this week.
Absolutely madness…
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Gentle reminder we have to watch ultimate terrorist football tomorrow after being blessed with genuinely the best game of football since the 22 World Cup final
Mental.
Most random CB selection I’ve ever seen when Pacho and Marq been the best duo in Europe.
Mbappe and haaland over Yamal and raphina 😭
And wtf is Declan rice doing there 😭😭😭