Ex-QPR boss quits latest managerial job after 12 games amid reported fallout

Former QPR boss Michael Beale has left from his role as Zulte Waregem boss amid a misalignment with…

By James Ray · The 72

Published: Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 9:15 AM

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Michael Beale has left Belgian club Zulte Waregem by mutual agreement following a misalignment with hierarchy.
Beale was in charge for only 12 games after being appointed as manager in July.
Reports indicate Beale was unhappy with internal decision-making and his lack of involvement in recruitment.

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Former Queens Park Rangers manager Michael Beale has left Belgian club Zulte Waregem by mutual agreement after just 12 games in charge. Beale's departure follows reports from Ben Jacobs revealing a fallout over long-term goals and strategic misalignment with the club's hierarchy. The 46-year-old manager had reportedly raised concerns regarding internal decision-making and a lack of involvement in the club's recruitment process.

Beale was appointed in July but experienced a sharp downturn after an initial five-game unbeaten run. Zulte Waregem suffered six consecutive defeats in the Jupiler Pro League, conceding 17 goals during that stretch. This departure marks the conclusion of Beale's third managerial position since his departure from QPR in November 2022, following earlier spells at Rangers and Sunderland.

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