The writing seemed to be on the wall at the City Ground as the full-time whistle brought an end to another disappointing Leeds United performance. Jesse Marsch made his way over to applaud the travelling support, but the reaction from the stands was not a pretty one as supporters made their feelings known.
It was a response that suggested faith had been completely lost in his ability to take the team forward and that certainly wasn’t a good look for the American as the club’s decision makers came to terms with the display and the result. The Whites' board have continued to back Marsch throughout the last few months, handing him the tools needed to do the job and bolstering his coaching ranks with familiar personnel.
But, with 18 Premier League games remaining, Sunday’s defeat was enough to convince them that a change needed to be made. The wheels were put in motion as day turned to night and by Monday afternoon, Marsch had been relieved of his duties.
