"Villarreal fires coach two months after appointment

Juan José Rojo Martin, known as Pacheta, has been fired as head coach of Villarreal, the club's press service reports.

Juan José Rojo Martin, Getty Images

The 55-year-old specialist took charge of the team on 9 September 2023. Under his leadership, the yellow submarine played 12 matches, winning 5 victories and 3 draws with 4 defeats.

The management made the final decision to dismiss him after the team's strong-willed victory in the Europa League match against Maccabi Haifa.