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Stockport County appoints Jim McNulty as new manager

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 5:07 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Stockport County appoints Jim McNulty as new manager

Summary

Stockport County has hired Jim McNulty as their new manager on a three-year contract, following the departure of Dave Challinor. McNulty, who recently led Rochdale to promotion in the National League, expressed pride in returning to Edgeley Park, where he once played. The club aims to regain celebratory moments after falling short in last season's League One play-offs against Bolton Wanderers. McNulty aims to cultivate an attractive style of play that resonates with fans, as he begins his new role.

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•McNulty signed a three-year deal with Stockport County on June 5, 2026.
•He led Rochdale back to the English Football League after a three-year absence.
•Stockport County finished third in League One last season but lost in the play-offs.
•McNulty previously played for Stockport County during the 2008-09 season.
•Rochdale is now taking steps to find McNulty's successor after his departure.

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