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Mowbray confirmed as new Birmingham boss

Tony MowbrayImage source, Getty Images
  • Published
    8 January 2024

Former Sunderland head coach Tony Mowbray has been announced as the new manager of Birmingham City.

Mowbray who was sacked by the Black Cats on 4 December takes over from Wayne Rooney at the Midlands club on a two-and-a-half year deal.

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