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Sheffield United promotion hero leaves managerial role less than three weeks after taking charge

Former Sheffield United ace Mark Duffy has left his role as Southport boss.

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 3:42 PM
Sheffield United promotion hero leaves managerial role less than three weeks after taking charge
Key Things to Know
  • Mark Duffy has left his role as Southport manager after less than three weeks in charge.
  • Southport confirmed Duffy's departure followed the mutual termination of his contract.
  • Duffy managed just two matches as permanent boss, losing both fixtures.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Sheffield United midfielder Mark Duffy has left his role as manager of non-league club Southport less than three weeks after taking the permanent post. Southport announced the departure followed the mutual termination of the 41-year-old's contract on Tuesday afternoon. Duffy had managed only two games as permanent boss since his appointment on October 1.

Duffy oversaw a 1-0 defeat to Harborough Town and a 2-0 loss to Radcliffe. The consecutive losses left Southport sitting 22nd in the National League North, three points adrift of safety.

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