Mansfield Town vs Barrow. Sky Bet League Two.
One Call Stadium.
Tuesday 27 October 2020 23:32, UK
Mansfield sacked manager Graham Coughlan as their worst ever start to a season continued with a 4-2 defeat against Barrow - their first EFL win since their return.
They also had debutant defender Aaron O'Driscoll sent off just after the break for two bookable offences.
And, following the full time whistle at Field Mill, Mansfield announced the sacking of manager Graham Coughlan with a statement from chairman John Radford and co-chairwoman Carolyn Radford.
"Unfortunately, despite an overhaul in the playing squad during the close season, and with significant backing, we have not acquired the results needed at this stage of the season," it said.
"We have parted company amicably and thank Graham for his endeavours and wish him every success in the future. Fresh leadership is now required to turn around our season.
"The process for a new manager is now underway. We will be guided by our chief executive, David Sharpe, and will take the necessary time to ensure that we appoint the right manager for Mansfield Town Football Club."
Barrow took charge after 10 minutes when Josh Kay's low ball across goal was slid home by Bradley Barry at the far post. Barrow soon moved 2-0 ahead when Patrick Brough was allowed to advance before firing home low from 25 yards.
But the home side found a fortunate way back into the game after 35 minutes when goalkeeper Joel Dixon dropped a high ball and James Perch smashed home high into the net.
Nicky Maynard almost levelled in the 49th minute but Dixon superbly turned his 30-yard effort onto the crossbar.
However, O'Driscoll was dismissed two minutes later and Barrow made them pay as Luke James set up Kay for a cool, curling finish in the 61st minute before Harrison Biggins sent a low 20-yard finish just inside the post to make it 4-1.
Harry Charsley poked home Kellan Gordon's low cross in the 89th minute for a late consolation.
