Robin van Persie sacked as Feyenoord manager despite Champions League qualification

Robin van Persie has been sacked as manager of Feyenoord . The former Arsenal and Manchester United striker returned to his boyhood club where he started his professional career when he was appointed in February 2025. Despite achieving Champions League qualification this year, the Dutchman departs the club after a year without silverware. Feyenoord finished second in the Eredivisie but 19 points behind runaway leaders PSV Eindhoven . Van Persie oversaw 30 wins and 19 losses during his 58-match tenure. - Feyenoord boss Robin van Persie criticises 'cynicism' around Raheem Sterling - Robin van Persie's son debuts - there's an eerie similarity He managed former England winger Raheem Stirling as he tried to resurrect his career, only to endure a goalless stint in the Netherlands . Van Persie departs the club having been promoted from leading their youth set-up. He also worked previou