Morecambe issue a statement confirming the sacking of manager Ashvir Singh Johal, following backlash from the club’s fanbase.
The fanbase had been set to boycott attending matches until the decision was made to sack their manager, following poor results, with the team struggling in the National League relegation zone.
They sit 23rd with 21 points from 28 games played, and are 5 points from safety. They haven’t won any of their last 6 games in all competitions, their last win was against Brackley on December 21st. He also managed just 5 wins from his 28 league games in charge.
Morecambe Football Club can confirm that the Club and First Team Manager Ashvir Singh Johal have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect.#UTS 🦐
— Morecambe FC (@MorecambeFC) January 30, 2026
CLUB STATEMENT:
Morecambe Football Club can confirm that the Club and First Team Manager Ashvir Singh Johal have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect.
Ashvir joined the Shrimps during a challenging period and has worked tirelessly alongside his staff to stabilise the squad, integrate new players, and represent the Club with professionalism and integrity both on and off the pitch.
The Board would like to place on record its sincere thanks to Ashvir for his commitment, dedication, and the way he has conducted himself throughout his time. He leaves with our best wishes for the future.
Assistant Manager, Lee Tomlin and First-Team Coach, Neil Wainwright will take joint charge of first-team affairs on an interim basis while the Club undertakes the process of appointing a new manager.
The process to appoint a new First Team Manager is underway. We will keep supporters informed as appropriate, and thank you, as always, for your continued backing of the team and the Club.
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Here’s how fans reacted as Morecambe issue a statement confirming the sacking of manager Ashvir Singh Johal…
@IIleemingHD: Great decision, however, jobs not done, GET AN EXPERIENCED MANAGER IN NOW
@ohdontcry: Does anyone have any trust in the Panjab warriors appointing an appropriate replacement. My money is on the academy guy.
@GazPar81: Brilliant news, long overdue. Let’s just see who they bring in next.
@TheLegShrimp: It is going to be an emotional evening in are household! My four year old son will be back at Morecambe FC Shrimps games with me! My misses will be making a roast to celebrate and my farther in law will be coming round as well because he needs to go to the bank again!
@rooobellis: Go and get Pete Wild and don’t scrimp!
@Bobby_Brown43: The euphoria of Jason going & Ash getting the sack is probably what Hitlers death felt like. Back to the drawing board for him. So… Hire Pete Wild. Actually set up a Board Of Directors. Apologise to The Terrace, and get them back before the summer.
@cylertarter: Wanted it to work at the start. But the stories that have come out since about his demeanour and attitude towards staff, the refusal to take responsibility for things going wrong and constant smugness were only heading one way. Would have made an okay back room staff. Too soon
@CalMosFooty: Blimey, can hear the Morecambe fans cheering from here in Birmingham. Been on the cards for months this. Might be a nice guy and a good youth coach, but this was a step too far and has been since he came in. Morecambe have a significantly better chance to stay up now. #UTS 🔴
@JamieBurrell91: They have grown a backbone! OH MY WORD!
@Seagie85: Pete Wild and Andy Whing both out of work. Phil Parkinson would a good shout too, knows the division as well as the local catchment area for players. Also had Neil Sorvel has his assistant at Altrincham. This isn’t difficult, don’t mess this up Ropinder.
@chrise27007: Never like to see anyone lose their job, whether that’s football or in any industry. But this has been long overdue. The season starts now. Go all out for Pete Wild and we may have a slim chance of getting out this mess.
@DanTakesOnFooty: About time!! Genuinely didn’t think they actually do after this long. With a competent manager I think Morecambe can stay up but let’s wait and see who they decide to bring in next before we decide anything. #UTS #NationalLeague
@johnrobinson07: Be some pints drank in Morecambe tonight in celebration.
@Jordan09A: What an emotional rollercoaster today’s been. @theterracestore leaving the family first thing, now Ashvir finally leaving the club. Can’t remember being this happy over something involving Morecambe for a very long time. The war is over. ⬆️⬆️⬆️ Should never have been appointed in the first place. We have a chance to stay up now. Get the right man in and kick on. 🦐
@jamieeholmes: Ashvir gone = Friday beers
Pay him what he wants – name the ground after him, whatever it takes. https://t.co/ttr4KH1W1N pic.twitter.com/XafrLdUwXq
— Travelling Fan (@TravellingFan) January 30, 2026
No more Morecambe post match interviews on my timeline after a 4-0 loss https://t.co/tDYT7ZLYDN pic.twitter.com/aSJi6MQqEA
— george (@StokeyyG2) January 30, 2026
