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Ipswich Town prepares for life after Kieran McKenna's departure

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:29 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Ipswich Town prepares for life after Kieran McKenna's departure

Summary

Ipswich Town is contending with the departure of coach Kieran McKenna ahead of the Premier League season. His exit marks a significant shift for the club, as the last managerial move not involving a sacking occurred when Sir Bobby Robson left for the England job in 1982. With nearly two months until the season starts, the board is tasked with implementing a succession plan for the first time in five years. McKenna's departure raises questions about the club's direction and whether a more defensively-minded coach will be sought for the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Kieran McKenna's departure leaves Ipswich Town seeking a new head coach.
•McKenna's exit is not due to a firing but marks a historical change for the club.
•The Ipswich Town board must create a succession plan for the first time in five years.
•McKenna previously adapted his style after a challenging relegation campaign.

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3:29 PMYahoo Sports — 'A succession plan for the first time in five years... it won't be easy'

What they're saying

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It's 36 hours on and Ipswich Town supporters are still getting their heads round the idea that inspirational coach Kieran McKenna won't be in the home dugout next season. Of minimum consolation is that the hugely popular McKenna won't take a position in the Portman Road away dugout either - at least for now... The previous instance of an Ipswich managerial departure not being a sacking or "mutual consent" agreement was Sir Bobby Robson taking the England job in 1982.
— Yahoo Sports

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