Perth Glory have taken drastic action in response to their catastrophic start to the A-League season, dismissing head coach David Zdrilic after just seven matches in charge.
Winless Run Seals Coach's Fate
The struggling Western Australian club announced the immediate departure of the 50-year-old manager following Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Western United, which extended their winless streak to seven matches.
Glory currently sit rooted to the bottom of the A-League table with just two points from their opening seven fixtures, marking one of the worst starts in the club's history.
Interim Leadership Takes Over
In a statement released by the club, football director Stan Lazaridis confirmed that assistant coach Kenny Lowe would assume interim coaching duties while the search for a permanent replacement begins.
'The club would like to thank David for his efforts and wish him all the best for the future,' Lazaridis stated, acknowledging Zdrilic's brief tenure.
From Assistant to Axed
Zdrilic's promotion from assistant to head coach in June came after former manager Alen Stajcic's departure, but the former Socceroos striker failed to turn around the club's fortunes.
His brief reign saw Glory manage only two draws against Melbourne Victory and Macarthur FC, while suffering five defeats that have left the club facing an uphill battle to salvage their season.
What's Next for the Glory?
The club now faces a critical decision in their search for a new leader who can revive their faltering campaign. With the A-League season still in its early stages, there remains time for a turnaround, but the pressure is mounting for the Perth-based outfit to make the right appointment.
Fans will be watching closely to see whether this coaching change can spark the revival desperately needed at HBF Park.
