Livingston dismisses manager Glenn Whelan after nine games in charge

Livingston has parted ways with manager Glenn Whelan following a nine-game tenure. The decision arrives after the club finished its opening stretch fifth in the Scottish Championship with a record of two wins and three defeats. Whelan, who took the position in May following the club's relegation from the Scottish Premiership, also oversaw two wins and two draws in the Premier Sports Cup. David Martindale returns to the head coach role on an interim basis, supported by interim coach Frankie McAvoy and assistants Grant Murray and Brian Potter. Club chairman Calvin Ford indicated that the organization intends to utilize data analytics for a wide-ranging search for a new permanent leader. This change follows a 1-0 home loss against Stenhousemuir on Friday.

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