Hughes to stay as Carlisle boss in National League
Carlisle United manager Mark Hughes will remain with the club following their relegation from League Two to the National League.Hughes took over at Brunton Park in February after Mike Williamson was sacked, with Carlisle five points from safety and 18 games remaining.The former Wales, Manchester City and Fulham boss could not keep the club in the league, however, and they were finally relegated after their defeat at Cheltenham Town."Since joining back in February, the support I've received from the fans has been exceptional - thank you," Hughes told the club website., external"I hope to see more of the same next season as we aim for an immediate return to the EFL."
"Mark brought the squad together during the closing stretch of the season and gave us a fighting chance," chairman Tom Piatak added."His leadership, composure, and connection with the players was clear, and we're confident in his ability to lead us forward."Despite their relegation, Hughes reinvigorated his side for the end-of-season run-in as they lost just once at home under his tenure and won three consecutive games for the first time in more than two years.A run of 10 points from four games in April came too late to pull them out of trouble, however, with Hughes wanting to remain in post despite the drop to non-league football.
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