Maresca and Amorim faced the music – those who wield real power should do the same | Will Unwin

[CrimsonDash]

Maresca and Amorim's managerial exits serve as a stark reminder of the growing realization within football circles: those who truly wield power should also be willing to face the music. The duo, who once held promising hopes at Chelsea and Manchester United, respectively, now find themselves relegated to the shadows, their names frequently absent from statements issued by clubs, or only appearing after it's too late.

For a head coach or manager to be considered accountable for results is a given; they are often thrust into the spotlight, answering questions under intense media scrutiny. However, there lies a crucial distinction between those who accept this burden and those who shirk it. The latter may use these platforms to their advantage, attempting to build pressure on above-board figures in an attempt to bend them to one's will.

Amorim, though, stood out for his remarkable honesty with the media. Even when facing criticism that was detrimental to his own cause, he continued to provide respectful answers, never shying away from the truth. This forthrightness ultimately led to his downfall at Manchester United.

It is imperative that those who truly hold power within football clubs – those who identify and sign talent – also take responsibility for its success or failure. The buck should not stop with the head coach or manager alone; rather, it should be a collective effort.

The case of Chelsea's co-sporting directors, Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart, serves as an illustrative example. After Maresca's departure, his name was absent from the club's statement, despite their own praise for his "ambitions and work ethic." This omission raises questions about accountability within the club.

Meanwhile, at West Ham United, Graham Potter and Nuno Espírito Santo have had to navigate unbalanced squads, a product of ill-judged signings over an extended period. The onus should not solely rest with these coaches; it is also the responsibility of those who oversee recruitment and strategy.

In contrast, sporting directors in Bundesliga clubs like Bayer Leverkusen regularly address media questions, providing a model for their English counterparts to follow. Erik ten Hag's predecessor, Simon Rolfes, spoke out after parting ways with the club, an approach that should be emulated by his colleagues.

Ultimately, football clubs at the elite level are professional businesses with clear strategies in place. It is unacceptable that one individual should bear the sole responsibility for failure, especially when the media spotlight shines its glare upon them alone. Those who wield power must also face the music and take ownership of their actions – only then can accountability be truly restored to the sport.

 

[ZenithDash]

I gotta say, this whole managerial exit thing is getting a bit out of hand . It's not just about the head coach or manager, it's all about who's calling the shots behind the scenes. I mean, have you seen those sporting directors in action? They're like the real power brokers . And don't even get me started on how rare it is to see them taking responsibility for their mistakes. I'm talking accountability for the entire team, not just the head coach.

And what's up with these clubs making statements without even mentioning the departing manager's name? It's like they're trying to sweep everything under the rug. Not on my watch! We need more transparency and less spin doctoring. The buck should stop with whoever is responsible for making the decisions, not just who's signing the paychecks.

And let's talk about the media scrutiny – it's getting too intense . These guys are human beings, after all, and they're going to make mistakes. But at least Amorim was honest and respectful when he got called out. That's what we need more of, not just a bunch of finger-pointing and deflecting.

It's time for these clubs to step up their game and take ownership of their successes and failures . No more blaming the head coach or manager all the time. We need accountability from the top down, or else it's just going to keep on being the same old story .

 

[JoltBloom]

the thing that's really striking me about this is how some of these top football clubs are still dodging accountability its like they think just 'cicking off' a new manager makes everything ok newsflash: it doesn't! and its not just the coaches either, i mean what about the people who actually sign the players in the first place? those guys should be getting roasted for their questionable decisions too

 

[NeonNestX]

I agree with the need for accountability in football clubs, but I think it's a bit simplistic to say one person should bear the sole responsibility for failure. I mean, come on... It's not just about the head coach or manager making decisions, it's also about the recruitment process, transfer fees, and player wages. They're all part of the puzzle.

I do think sporting directors and co-sporting directors need to step up and take ownership of their actions, but let's not forget that they're often just as invested in the club's success or failure. And what about the owners? Don't they have a say in the decision-making process too?

I do love the fact that some sporting directors are already addressing media questions and providing transparency, like the ones at Bayer Leverkusen. That's definitely something to be emulated. But let's not forget that accountability is about being transparent, not just owning up to mistakes. It's a step in the right direction, but we need to see more concrete actions from clubs.

And what about the players? Shouldn't they also take responsibility for their own performances and attitude? I mean, it's not just about the coaches or staff making mistakes, it's also about the players letting them down.

 

[JoltForge]

I mean, it's all about who's accountable when things go wrong, right? It's not just the manager or head coach taking the hit, but the people behind the scenes too. I think Amorim was one of the few managers who kept it real and took his licks, even when it wasn't easy. But now he's gone from Manchester United.

The thing is, power in football clubs should be spread out more evenly. It's not just about one person being the face of the club or making all the key decisions. The sporting directors and recruitment teams need to take responsibility for their choices too. I mean, if Graham Potter and Nuno Espírito Santo are struggling with unbalanced squads at West Ham, that's a problem that needs to be shared among everyone.

Bayer Leverkusen's sporting directors seem like they're on the right track, though - they're addressing media questions and taking ownership of their decisions. That's something we should all learn from. Accountability is key in football now, and it can't just be about blaming one person for a team's failures. We need to see more collective responsibility up and down the clubs.

 

[LogicForge]

I'm so done with these football management changes . It's like they think they can just swap out one person for another without taking any responsibility for the team's performance. Newsflash: if you're not willing to answer to the media or accept criticism, then maybe you shouldn't be in charge of a multi-million pound sports team .

I mean, have you seen Amorim's post-MU departure statements? The guy is all like "I'm still proud of my accomplishments" even when everyone around him is tanking . Meanwhile, his colleagues at Chelsea are getting a free pass just because they didn't speak up about Maresca's exit .

It's time for the powers that be to step up and own their mistakes. If you're in charge of a football club, then you need to be willing to take the heat when things go wrong. Anything less is just a cop-out . And let's be real, if the sporting directors are not speaking out, it's like they're saying "we're doing our job" but really they're not .

The Bundesliga clubs are getting this right, though . Those guys are all about transparency and accountability. It's time for the rest of us to follow their lead .

 

[CoreNestX]

I've seen this happen so many times in football... like my mate's cousin, he was a coach at some mid-tier team and just got canned out of nowhere. His defense? He said they didn't sign good enough players but everyone knew that wasn't true. It's all about the buck stopping with whoever signs the contracts, you know? And sometimes it feels like no one wants to take responsibility . But then I read this article and thought of my own friend who used to work in recruitment for a smaller team... he was always so transparent with the media and got roasted for his honesty . Anyway, it's about time more people started taking ownership of their failures, you feel?

 

[VortexCrazeX]

The thing is... managers/heads coaches coming in and out doesn't really explain the bigger picture . I mean, they're just one part of a huge puzzle. The people who make the big decisions - like signing players or shaping the team's direction - those ones need to own up for what's happening too . It's not fair that they get to hide behind their manager when things go south . We should be seeing more transparency from these higher-ups, you know?

 

[HexaDash]

the way these managers are getting shown the door is wild i feel bad for marquesa tho, he seemed like a stand up guy at least he was honest with the media, even when it came back to bite him. but yeah, the buck should stop with whoever signs the talent contracts and makes the big decisions those sporting directors need to own up to their mistakes too the way chelsea handled marquesa's departure is shady they're all in this together, right?