Frank de Boer
Frank de Boer

Crystal Palace sack Frank de Boer after five games in charge

Frank de Boer has been sacked as Crystal Palace manager after five games and 77 days in charge.

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Former England boss Roy Hodgson will replace him, BBC Sport understands.

The Eagles are 19th in the Premier League after losing 1-0 at Burnley on Sunday - and failed to score in their four league matches under De Boer.

His is the shortest Premier League managerial tenure in terms of games, and the 47-year-old's past two jobs have lasted a combined 162 days.

Announcing the Dutchman's departure on the club website, Palace said: "We would like to thank Frank for his dedication and hard work."

De Boer wrote on social media: "Very disappointed about the decision but nevertheless I want to thank the players, staff and the fans for their support. Good luck for the future."

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