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Dean Holden had been in charge of Bristol City for just over six months after being assistant to former boss Lee Johnson; Bristol City lost 2-0 at home to Reading on Tuesday to place 13th in the league table
Bristol City sacked head coach Dean Holden after Tuesday’s 2-0 home loss to Reading in the league
Tuesday’s result was six straight losses in all competitions for the Robins and Holden did not perform post-game media duties after the game
In a statement, Bristol City said: “Dean Holden has been relieved of his post with immediate effect
“Following a sixth consecutive defeat, the Bristol City board have decided that a change of head coach is necessary
“Assistant Head Coaches Paul Simpson and Keith Downing to take charge of training until further notice
“The club would like to thank Dean for his service to the club over the years and we wish him well for the future
Last Saturday Bristol City were beaten 6-0 by Watford at Vicarage Road as they failed to register a shot on target until the 82nd minute
After the weekend’s humiliation, Holden described it as “a horrible day for everyone connected”, adding that “everyone is really on the ground”
Having started the season on a high note, Holden’s side have moved away from the top six and are now seven points behind the play-offs
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