Dreaming of a Managerial Legacy

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At the age of 25, Taz had the world at his feet. Playing for Liverpool and even England, making 25 appearances and scoring 10 goals. He was touted as being the face of the new generation. That was until 5th May 2012. Playing in the last game of the season for the Reds, he was caught by a horrendous tackle that left him with a knee injury that ended his career in an instant. It came as shock to the footballing world, that one of their stars had been robbed of a playing legacy.

It has been 3 months since the injury and Taz has come to terms with not being able to playing again by completing his managerial badges, being fast tracked with the support of F.A and now walks into the world of management hoping to complete a legacy from the dugout.

With his status of being an international success, it wont be long before a club takes the opportunity to hire the young and hungry manager.
 
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Blackburn in talks with Taz

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BBC Sport can confirm that Blackburn Rovers have approached Taz as they step up their efforts to replace Steve Kean. Global Advisor and Director of Football has declined to comment on the situation but promises disgruntled fans that they hope to confirm their new manager within the next 24 Hours.

More details to follow......


Tuesday 17th July 2012
 
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Blackburn Confirm Arrival of Taz



The Blackburn rovers board have announced the appointment of Taz as the club's new manager.

Taz is said to be relishing the opportunity to manage at Ewood Park and has signed a four year contract to take over the reigns at the club.

Global Adivsor Shebby Singh "I want to assure the fans that Taz has our full backing and we would not have hired him if we didn't feel that he was right person to propel the club forward and back to the Premier League."​
 
Side Note: Any comments regarding the managerial story are welcomed and any notes regarding the layout are appreciated. I will have detailed updates on each month of the game.
 
Blackburn Rovers 25 Man Squad (Over 21's)

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Goalkeepers:

Paul Robinson
Sebastian Usai
Grzegorz Sandomierski (loan)

Defenders:

Gael Givet
Scott Dann
Henrique
Amine Linganzi
Bradley Orr
Bruno Riberio
Martin Olsson
Marcus Olsson

Midfielders:

Dickson Etuhu
Danny Murphy
Morten Gamst Pedersen
Colin Kazim Richards (loan)
David Dunn
Simon Vukcevic
Diogo Rosaldo
Mauro Formica

Strikers:

Nuno Gomes
Leon Best
Jordan Rhodes

Numbers: 22/25
Transfer Budget: 500k
Wage Budget Remaining: 61k
Expectations: Reach Playoffs​

Youngers Promoted to First Team (21 and Under)

Jason Lowe - Midfielder
Ruben Rochina - Striker
 
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Eisfield Joins on Loan

Thomas Eisfield has joined Blackburn Rovers on a season long loan from Arsenal. The 19 year old is naturally an attacking centre midfielder put can play on either wing.

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Miquel joins on Loan


Ignasi Miquel has joined Blackburn Rovers on a season long loan from Arsenal. The 19 year old is naturally a centre back but is competent at left back if necessary.

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Bunn joins on Loan

Harry Bunn has joined Blackburn Rovers on a season long loan from Manchester City. The 19 year old is naturally a striker but can also play on the wings.

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McManaman joins on Loan

Callum McManaman has joined Blackburn Rovers on a season long loan from Wigan. The 21 year old is naturally a Striker but can also play on the wings.


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August Report

(Championship) Blackburn 1-2 Crystal Palace
Gomes

(Championship) Hull 1-2 Blackburn
Gomes,Formica

(Championship) Sheffield Wed 4-0 Blackburn


(Carling Cup) Blackburn p1-1 Sheffield United
Gomes


Rover of the Month

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Morten Gamst Pedersen (3 assists in 4 games)

MGP's assists mean's he has assisted all the goals we've scored in the league. He also scored the 5th penalty to take it to sudden death and kept us in the carling cup.

Month Review

Very Disappointing Month to start my managerial career. At least we have 3 points on the board to build momentum up. We needed a shootout to get into the next round of the carling cup but we are still in the competition. Overall, this month was about trying to blend a new side together with new tactics.

Competition Standings:

Championship: 19th
Carling Cup: Qualified for 3rd Round
FA Cup: N/A​
 
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September Report

(Championship) Blackburn 1-0 Middlesborough
Eisfield

(Championship) Brighton 2-0 Blackburn

(Championship) Blackburn 0-1 Blackpool

(Carling Cup) Norwich 1-0 Blackburn

(Championship) Huddersfield 3-1 Blackburn
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Gamst Pedersen

Monthly Review


Very disappointing month. No fight or spirit. No player of the month.

Competition Statistics

Championship: ​21st.​
 
October Review

(Championship) Blackburn 1-1 Bristol City
Lowe

(Championship) Blackburn 0-0 Wolves

(Championship) Derby 2-0 Blackburn

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(Championship) Millwall 2-1 Blackburn
Pedersen

(Championship) Blackburn 1-5 Peterborough
Givet

Blackburn Call An Emergency Board Meeting....​
 
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Blackburn Rovers Sack Taz

Taz has been sacked by Blackburn Rovers Director of Football Shebby Singh. Taz's departure comes in the wake of a recent run of bad results for Rovers and the club felt that a change was necessary for the good of the team.

Taz has been manager of the club since July 2012. Blackburn have been disappointing in the npower championship so far this season and find themselves in 24th place. Blackburn have lost three of their last five games in the league.

Blackburn Rovers will now be looking for a new manager.

BBC Sport can confirm that Taz will speak to the press later this afternoon...




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FF Exclusive: Dan Walker talks to ex-blackburn manager Taz

Dan Walker: Thanks Taz for joining us this afternoon, how are you feeling after the news of your departure from Blackburn Rovers?

Taz: Thanks for having me Dan, i am bitterly disappointed that it hasn't worked out at Blackburn and very sad that i was given the time to turn it around.

Dan Walker: Do you believe the decision to terminate your contract was rash?

Taz: I feel that i could have turned the situation around if i was given a little bit more time, however, i do accept that the board have the club's best interest at heart.

Dan Walker: What went wrong? The club were predicted to reach the playoffs under your leadership?

Taz: I wanted to implement a balanced approach in the tactics, weighing up the attacking options with the defensive spine in that team. I got it wrong and have paid the price.

Dan Walker: What about the squad? Do you believe they underperformed?

Taz: I can't blame the squad for all the mistakes that have been made but i feel that they didnt have the fight or spirit i wanted in some of the games i was in charge. There were not enough goals but we did have the chances to win some games.

Dan Walker: What does the future hold for you now Taz?

Taz: I'm going to head back and spend some time with the family, i have had offers to work as a pundit but i feel that my heart is still in management. I want to prove that i am not a failure as a manager and when that opportunity arises, you will see me back in the game.

Dan Walker: Thanks for your time Taz

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Cardiff City Appoint Taz

Cardiff City have moved swifty to replace Malky Mackay, who has moved to Blackpool, with ex-international footballer Taz on a four year contract.

Despite his short tenure at Blackburn Rovers, The board believe Taz has the potential to get the team into the Premier League.

Taz has refused to hold a press conference as he doesn't want to disrupt the team's preperation for their match at Leicester but has stated he is grateful for the opportunity to manage again in the championship.​
 
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