Deportivo fire head coach Parralo

IANS  |  A Coruña (Spain) 

Deportivo de La Coruña have announced the dismissal of Cristobal Parralo, who took charge of the football club at the end of October.

Deportivo on Sunday said in a statement that the club's board of directors had decided to let go of the Spanish coach, who succeeded his compatriot Pepe Mel, reports

"Deportivo want to thank Cristobal for his effort, dedication and work," the club said.

Parralo's firing comes two days after Deportivo's 0-5 thrashing at the hands of Real Sociedad on Friday in the 22nd round of

Deportivo are now in the 18th position out of 20 teams in the table, with 17 points.

--IANS

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First Published: Mon, February 05 2018. 15:14 IST