Former England manager, 70, sacked by eighth tier club despite unbeaten start to season

EX-England manager Peter Taylor has been sacked as manager of an eighth tier club from Essex.

The 70-year-old was appointed manager of Isthmian League North Division club Maldon &; Tiptree back in December 2022.

However, after eight months in the role the non-league side have parted ways with Taylor.

A statement on X said: "Maldon and Tiptree FC would like to announce the departure of our 1st team manager, Peter Taylor.

"We sincerely thank Peter for his dedicated time with the club and the contributions he has made during his tenure. We wish him all the best."

Club General Manager, Mitchell Cowling added on Pitchero: ";Making this decision so early into a season was not an easy one.

"I had a lengthy conversation with Peter and expressed my apologies for the need to implement changes to the club's structure.

"I want to clarify that this decision is not based on results or performance, but rather a strategic direction I believe is necessary.

"I value Peter's dedication and hard work, and I will be wishing him success and rooting for him in his future endeavours."

Maldon & Tiptree began their season with a 2-2 draw against Felixstowe & Walton United.

His overall record with the club was played 12, won five, drawn three, lost four.

Current 1st Team assistant manager, Liam Bailey will take interim charge of the team.

Taylor became caretaker manager of England in 2000, after Kevin Keegan resigned from the job.

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He took charge for just one match - a 1-0 defeat to Italy in Turin.

He handed David Beckham the captain's armband for the first time, and blooded youngsters including Gareth Barry, Jamie Carragher, and Emile Heskey from the U21's.

As well as managing England's U21 side twice, Taylor also coached Leicester City in the Premier League, Crystal Palace and Brighton.