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Haywards Heath go viral with statement on sacking manager despite sitting 2nd in league

Haywards Heath go viral with a statement on sacking their manager despite sitting 2nd in the Southern Combination League Premier Division.

They have only had one defeat in 17 matches, conceded just six goals, have the single best defensive record across the entire Step 5, and part ways with a manager who has taken the club to this position.

The announcement came a few hours after a 1-1 draw with Wick FC on Saturday, leaving many fans baffled as to why they made the decision.

They said: “To the Haywards Heath Town community: with the long-term interests of the football club and its supporters at heart we have made the difficult decision for reasons both off and on the pitch to part ways with our men’s first team manager Naim Rouane.

“We would like to thank Naim for his efforts with the first team and the way he has applied himself to the role during his time with us.

“We appreciate our decision may look odd to people outside of the inner workings of the club and no doubt the usual social media brigade will have lots to say.

“Our primary concern lies in the development of the entire club, in what should be a very exciting time, we need everybody pulling in the same direction with regard to the progression and respect shown to everybody outside of the lead team at the club.

“The football club is fully committed to climbing the leagues in a sustainable and cohesive manner, reinforced by our latest planning submission and ongoing development of our facilities, youth and ladies structure.

“As the club is developing we will soon be announcing further changes and appointments to the governance of the club and its ability to draw on resources to aid this growth.”

Naim has since said: “The past 12 months in management have been thoroughly enjoyable filled with immense teaming and personal growth. For me, winning is never the sole measure of success. It’s about so much more: developing players, helping them gain a deeper understanding of the game, and fostering a playing philosophy that demands dedication, time, and collective buy-in.

“For this, I hold immense love and gratitude to the players. Their work ethic and desire to improve has been a real joy for me. From the moment I was appointed, they’ve been incredible. Building a talented squad is one thing, but combining that talent with individuals who possess strong values and character is what truly makes a team special.

“To the small group of loyal supporters who follow us both at home and away you’ve been fantastic. Your passion and unwavering support will be deeply missed by me, that connection felt special. To the board of HHTFC, thank you for entrusting me with the opportunity to lead the team. Lastly, to my management team—you’ve made my job easier every step of the way. You’re a class act.”

Here’s how fans reacted as Haywards Heath go viral with their statement on sacking their manager despite sitting 2nd in league…

@NaldrettJack: Getting rid of the best manager in the league and self sabotaging promotion, is peak Haywards. No one hates Haywards quite like Steve Isherwood. Bless.

@JP__267: Do clubs in the Southern Combination League have a “social media brigade”? 😂

@leemus24: I read this as basically we don’t want to go up plus spending to much dollar

@Stuartterry20: Decent manager.. very odd

@Chelsea_Finchy: The circus continues 🤡🎪😂

@MarkReidLab: Incredibly bizarre – 2nd with 6 goals conceded – there must something we don’t know.

@Unique_Treble: And right there they lost any tenuous claim to have the moral high ground. Stay classy haywards heath.

@Deano230: The club has even removed the general right to reply facility.

@AgainstLeague3:An all time classic club statement. In the same piece the club manages to talk about “respect shown to everybody” while whinging about “the usual social media brigade” who may question the decision to sack a manager who has them in second with one defeat. Chef’s kiss.

@trequartbeasta: The tone of the statement is hilarious even before you look at the club’s record in the league

@chris_shutler: These lot are allergic to progress.

@BenBacon9: Madness. It’s not an easy league and Naz would have gotten them out of it

@enty007: turned the replys off 😂😂😂 fuckin drips

@bencoconnolly: 😳 Managers like Naz are hard to come by at this level

@Cam_August08: Questioning this, Naz has done great things with Heath 🤔

@WestHamLou5: Did they not learn the first time? Shamble club. 🤡

@wearebrighton: Petition to have every single manager sacking statement use the phrase “Social media brigade from now on” Especially when club sacking manager is second in the league and still in two cups 🤣

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