Robbie Fowler sacked by Saudi club after 4 months in charge

Saudi second division club Al Qadsiah sacked manager Robbie Fowler on Friday, just four months after appointing the former Liverpool striker.

The 48-year-old, eighth highest scorer in Premier League history and 26 caps for England, was appointed by the Saudi club in June.

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Al Qadsiah are second in the Saudi Premier League and are one point behind leaders Al Orobah after eight matches.

“The club appreciates the efforts and professionalism of the coach during the previous period and wishes him all the success in his professional career,” Al Qadsiah said. said in a statement.

Al Qadsiah won six and drew two of their first eight league matches under Fowler’s management.

He was replaced by former Sevilla and Marseille manager Michel Gonzalez, who also played as a midfielder for Real Madrid and Spain.

Fowler previously managed Thai club Muangthong United, Australian side Brisbane Roar and Indian side East Bengal.

He is one of Liverpool’s most famous players, having scored 183 goals in two spells with the Premier League club.