AFC Fylde has announced the departure of manager Kevin Phillips by mutual consent as the club faces a relegation threat in the National League. Phillips, who took over in October, oversaw disappointing results, with only five wins in 18 matches, placing the club in 22nd place and a point off safety. Previously, Fylde was promoted as champions from National League North but have struggled to replicate that success this season. Assistant coach David Longwell is appointed as interim manager while a search for a permanent replacement begins.
Kevin Phillips' departure comes after a disappointing spell where the club only managed five wins in 18 league matches, leaving them in a precarious position at 22nd.
AFC Fylde promoted to the National League as champions of the National League North last season, but this season they find themselves in a relegation battle.
Current assistant coach David Longwell will temporarily step in as manager while the club searches for a permanent replacement after Phillips' exit.
The decision to part ways was mutual as the club navigates a challenging season, now facing the risk of relegation after a poor run of form.
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