Is Simon Francis retired?
And having officially retired as a player, Francis’ new role will see him work closely with first team technical director Richard Hughes and the club’s recruitment department to identify and secure transfer targets for new head coach Scott Parker.
What team does Simon Francis play for?
AFC Bournemouth
Simon Francis (footballer)
| Personal information | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2010–2012 | Charlton Athletic | 34 |
| 2011–2012 | → AFC Bournemouth (loan) | 8 |
| 2012–2020 | AFC Bournemouth | 287 |
| National team |
How old is Simon Francis?
36 years (February 16, 1985)
Simon Francis/Age
Does Simon Francis still play for Bournemouth?
A statement released on the club’s official website said: “AFC Bournemouth can confirm that club captain Simon Francis and vice-captain Andrew Surman will not be offered new contracts and have left the club.
Who is AFC Bournemouth captain?
Steve Cook
STEVE Cook will continue in his role of club captain at Cherries this season, boss Scott Parker revealed.
Where is Simon Francis?
CHERRIES have announced former skipper Simon Francis as the club’s new assistant first-team technical director. The role will see him work with technical director Richard Hughes and the club’s recruitment department to identify targets for new head coach Scott Parker.
Why are Bournemouth called cherries?
Bournemouth’s nickname is ‘The Cherries’. The nickname comes from the cherry red shirts that they play in and also that the stadium was built next to a place with many cherry trees. These days, Bournemouth play in cherry red and black stripes and looks very similar to the AC Milan kit.
Who is Newcastle manager?
Newcastle United F.C.
| Full name | Newcastle United Football Club |
|---|---|
| Manager | Graeme Jones (caretaker) |
| League | Premier League |
| 2020–21 | Premier League, 12th of 20 |
| Website | Club website |
Who is the new manager of Newcastle United?
Eddie Howe
Eddie Howe agrees deal in principle to take over as Newcastle manager. Newcastle United..
Why are Brentford called the bees?
Brentford’s nickname is “The Bees”. The nickname was unintentionally created by students of Borough Road College in the 1890s, when they attended a match and shouted the college’s chant “buck up Bs” in support of their friend and then-Brentford player Joseph Gettins.