Lee Cattermole appointed head coach of Gateshead

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:07 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Lee Cattermole appointed head coach of Gateshead
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Gateshead FC has announced Lee Cattermole as their new head coach, signing a two-year contract. Cattermole, a former Premier League midfielder, takes over following Rob Elliot's move to Carlisle United. With over 250 top-flight appearances, Cattermole aims to improve on Gateshead's 18th place finish in the National League last season. This marks his first role as a head coach after coaching at several clubs, including Middlesbrough and Northern Ireland, since retiring in 2020.

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  • Cattermole replaces Rob Elliot as head coach.
  • He signed a two-year contract with Gateshead.
  • Gateshead finished 18th in the National League last season.
  • Cattermole aims to leverage his Premier League experience.
  • This is his first head coaching position.
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  • 2:07 PMYahoo SportsCattermole becomes new boss of Gateshead
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Lee Cattermole becomes the new head coach of National League Gateshead, signing a two-year contract.

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