Paolo Di Canio was forced out of Sunderlamnd after a player revolt at the Italian's abrasive management style, media reported on Tuesday.
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British newspapers carried detailed reports of how players, led by former captain Lee Cattermole, went to club owner Ellis Short to demand his dismissal after an angry showdown with the mercurial manager.
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In an angry exchange after Saturday's 3-0 Premier League defeat at West Bromwich Albion, players told Di Canio on Sunday they would no longer play for him, with the Italian telling them to go to the owner if they wanted him sacked.
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Short then fired Di Canio by telephone, with the announcement of his departure made on Sunday night.
Of course I so much agree with this. Your players have to be in total support of your coaching abilities for a club to retain you!