Espanyol sack Manolo Gonzalez after Copa del Rey shock defeat to fourth-tier side

Espanyol's coach Manolo Gonzalez has been dismissed following a disappointing cup loss to a lower-tier team. The club experienced a difficult start to the season with six losses in nine league matches. Gonzalez's tenure was marked by promotion to La Liga, although recent results proved unsatisfactory. Espanyol's management confirmed the decision to part ways with Gonzalez after over three seasons in charge.