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He is saying that struggling teams often react to poor results by replacing the manager first. The line suggests that management changes are a common response when a club feels under pressure. It also implies that the real problem may be bigger than one person.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Steve Nicol
Scottish former professional footballer
Stephen Nicol is a Scottish former professional footballer, known for his years with Liverpool in the 1980s. He played mainly as a right back, with occasional roles across defence and midfield. He was a regular in the Scotland national team and represented Scotland at the 1986 FIFA World Cup. His career is remembered for steady defensive work and his place in one of Liverpool’s successful sides of that decade.
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