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York City parts ways with manager Stuart Maynard before new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

York City parts ways with manager Stuart Maynard before new season

Summary

York City has sacked manager Stuart Maynard just days before the 2026/27 season begins. Maynard led the Minstermen to a dramatic promotion from the National League last season. The decision comes ahead of an upcoming League Cup match against Crawley Town on August 3. In a statement, the club cited a difference in vision for the football club as the main reason for the change, thanking Maynard for his record of 32 wins in 42 games last season.

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By the Numbers

•Stuart Maynard sacked as York City manager on July 26, 2026
•Led team to National League promotion last season
•York City set to play Crawley Town on August 3
•Club mentions difference in vision as main reason for dismissal
•Maynard recorded 32 wins last season

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5:20 PMYahoo Sports — York City sack promotion-winning manager Stuart Maynard

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York City have sacked promotion-winning manager Stuart Maynard just days before the start of the 2026/27 season.Maynard was in charge as the Minstermen won the National League in dramatic circumstance...
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