Burnley Women’s manager Matt Beard has resigned from his position to pursue other opportunities and been placed on three-months leave.
In the meantime, First Team Coach Louise Roberts will step in as Interim Manager, with fellow First Team Coach Liam Gilbert assisting her during this period. Paul Jenkins, Director of Football Development, will provide additional off-pitch support.
Chairman Alan Pace told burnleyfootballclub.com: “We’re naturally very disappointed with Matt’s decision, but we’re already looking positively to the future to ensure we remain on track to achieve our objectives for the 2025/26 season and beyond.
“Whilst our recruitment process continues, we have full confidence in Louise, Liam and Paul, ably supported by Lola Ogunbote (Women’s Head of Football), to continue moving Burnley FC Women’s team forward in a positive direction.”
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