April 22 (UPI) -- Chelsea fired manager Liam Rosenior after five consecutive Premier League shutout losses, their most since 1912, the Blues announced Wednesday.
The dismissal came a day after Brighton beat Chelsea 3-0 on Tuesday in Brighton, England. The Blues were outscored 11-0 during their five-game league skid.
Rosenior joined the Blues in January, a month after the Blues split with former coach Enzo Maresca. Callum McFarlane will take over as interim coach for the remainder of the season.
"On behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, we would like to place on record our gratitude to Liam and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the club," Chelsea said in a news release.
"Liam has always conducted himself with the highest integrity and professionalism following his appointment midway through the season. This has not been a decision the club has taken lightly.
