League Two Strugglers Colchester United Appoint Danny Cowley as Head Coach
In a surprising move, League Two team Colchester United has appointed the experienced Danny Cowley as their new head coach. The former Lincoln, Huddersfield, and Portsmouth boss, aged 45, will be joined by his brother Nicky Cowley in his coaching staff.
Danny Cowley’s return to his native Essex marks a significant homecoming for him. He started his managerial career at non-league clubs Concord Rangers and Braintree Town before making a name for himself in the football world.
This appointment comes following the sacking of Matthew Etherington on New Year’s Day after a disappointing run of results. Etherington had only been given the job permanently in November but failed to turn things around for the struggling U’s.
Ambitious Goals for Colchester United
Colchester United have found themselves battling against relegation this season due to a string of poor performances. Sitting in 22nd place – just five points above the dreaded drop zone – they are desperate for change.
Cowley takes charge with ambitions of transforming the club’s fortunes and pushing them towards success once again. The team hasn’t finished in the top half of the table since their promising campaign was interrupted by Covid-19 back in 2019-20.
The Return of Danny Cowlely
Danny Cowley returns to football following almost a year away from management since leaving Portsmouth last March*. Despite being offered positions elsewhere, including a tempting opportunity at Bradford City, Cowley decided to join Colchester United.
Together with his brother Nicky Cowley, Danny achieved great success during their time at Lincoln City. They led the Imps from the National League all the way up to League One in just three years – an impressive feat by any standards.
The Challenge Ahead
Now faced with yet another challenge, Danny and Nicky will have their work cut out for them as they attempt to rescue Colchester United from relegation once again. The team’s recent form has been dismal, but there is hope that the Cowley brothers’ arrival can spark a revival.
A change in playing style may be on the horizon as they seek to implement their own ideas and strategies. It will require quick adaptation from the players, but ultimately winning matches takes priority over everything else at this stage.
Fans Eagerly Await Change
This appointment has been met with excitement and optimism among Colchester United supporters. The fans are well aware of what the Cowley brothers are capable of achieving based on their previous successes in Essex football circles.
The Cowleys began their coaching journey in this very region, starting out at Concord Rangers and Braintree Town before making waves elsewhere. It seems destiny has brought them back home to potentially make history with either Colchester or Southend.