Francis Uzoho’s Coach at Cypriot Club Omonia Nicosia, Lennon, Sacked After Loss to Manchester United

• Omonia Nicosia coach Neil Lennon has been fired days after his side almost got a draw against Manchester United.
• The club announced the manager's sack shortly after they lost at home to Nea Salamis Famagusta in the league.
• Lennon only joined the club seven months ago, but the club have decided to part ways with him.

The manager of Cypriot club Omonia Nicosia, Neil Lennon, was fired days after their Europa League loss to Manchester United.

Nicosia announced shortly after their home loss to Nea Salamis that Lennon had been relieved of his duties after seven months in charge.

They are currently seventh in the Division One table, but on the continent, they almost got a point against United before Scott McTominay scored in stoppage time.

The statement from Omonia reads via Mirror:

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“We inform you that we have agreed with Neil Lennon to stop our collaboration."

“Unfortunately, the ongoing competitive instability and the significant losses of points in the championship are the main reasons that made us decide to end our partnership."

“Mr. Lennon has written his name in the history of Omonia and deserves the respect and recognition of all of us. Our paths separate, but the memories of our collaboration will unite us forever."

“We sincerely thank Mr Lennon for his contribution and wish him every success in his future career.”

Plaudits for Uzoho following performance vs. Man Utd

Meanwhile, Uzoho was unarguably the Cypriot side's hero for the night during their Europa League clash with Man United at Old Trafford.

The Nigerian international turned into prime Gianluigi Buffon as he pulled a string of stunning saves to deny United a sniff at the goal.

The 23-year-old faced more than 31 shots at goal but did enough to keep his side in the game.

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Nigerian coach urges Man Utd to sign Uzoho

Sports Brief earlier reported that Nigerian coach Folabi Ojekunle has encouraged those in charge of Premier League side Manchester United to go for the signing of Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho.

This comes after Uzoho produced a fantastic performance while featuring for his club, Omonia, on Thursday night, October 13, in the Europa League against the Red Devils.

Ojekunle, who is a London-trained coach, explained that Uzoho has shown the world his ability and wants the goalkeeper to move to Man United.