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Average record at the Gills

Barrow have appointed Stephen Clemence as head coach on a two-year contract.

The League Two side parted ways with former manager Pete Wild after missing out on a play-offs spot by a single point during 2023-24.

The 46-year-old began his managerial career with Hull City's under-21s in 2012 before taking his first permanent senior position at Gillingham in 2023.

He was sacked by the Gills in April having won only 12 of his 34 matches while in charge of the club as they finished 12th and six points off a play-off place.

During his playing career, Clemence turned out for Tottenham Hotspur, Birmingham City and Leicester City.

He won the League Cup with Spurs in 1998 and automatic promotion from the Championship with Blues in 2007, and later retired from playing in 2010.

Barrow narrowly missed out on the play-offs this season, dropping out of the top seven on the final day to eventually finish eighth in the table.

It was a disappointing end to the campaign under Wild's stewardship, as they went without a win in their final seven games and lost on five occasions during that period.

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Barrow have sacked boss Stephen Clemence after Saturday's 2-0 defeat at Swindon, which left the club 17th in League Two.

Former Gillingham manager Clemence, 46, was appointed by Barrow in May on a two-year contract.

Barrow reached the third round of the Carabao Cup under Clemence, eventually being knocked out by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

However, they have won only once in the league since beating Cheltenham on 5 October and are eight points above the relegation zone after a five-match winless run.

In a statement,, external Barrow chairman Paul Hornby said: "Stephen came in over the summer and we had high hopes to build on his considerable coaching ability and reputation.

"We've built a strong squad of players together and enjoyed some memorable early success including our Carabao Cup exploits.

"Stephen has always conducted himself with great dignity and professionalism but unfortunately our recent extended run of poor results has led us to the decision that it was time to make a change."

Clemence's assistant Robbie Stockdale has also left the club.