Matt Beard: Burnley Women Manager Confirmed
- Matt Beard, formerly at Liverpool, is poised to become the new head coach for Burnley women.
- Beard, 47, has been out of the sport since Liverpool dismissed him in February.
- Beyond his achievements with liverpool, Beard's coaching experience extends to the National Women's Soccer League with the Boston Breakers, as well as West Ham.
Matt Beard, the ex-Liverpool manager, gets the whistle at Burnley Women, marking a significant shift for the club. Beard is set to lead Burnley into a new era as they transition to full professional status next season.His impressive resume includes two Women’s Super League titles with Liverpool, experience in the NWSL, and managing Chelsea. This appointment elevates both coach and team aspirations, highlighting a strategic move toward competitive success. News Directory 3 is your source for insightful sports updates. Beard’s immediate focus will be building a strong squad for Burnley’s professional debut, with further strategic team and player announcements anticipated.Discover what’s next for Burnley under beard’s leadership.
Matt Beard Takes the Helm as Burnley Women’s Head Coach
Updated June 19, 2025
Matt Beard, formerly at Liverpool, is poised to become the new head coach for Burnley women. The club competes in the third tier and is set to embrace full professionalism next season. This appointment marks a important step for both Beard and the team.
Beard, 47, has been out of the sport since Liverpool dismissed him in February. His resume includes a successful stint as Chelsea manager and leading Liverpool to consecutive Women’s Super League titles in 2013 and 2014.He also guided Liverpool to a Women’s Championship title in 2022 during his second tenure with the Merseyside club.
Beyond his achievements with liverpool, Beard’s coaching experience extends to the National Women’s Soccer League with the Boston Breakers, as well as West Ham. He also served as interim manager for Bristol City.
Burnley has been seeking a permanent head coach since Rebecca Sawiuk’s departure by mutual consent in march. The addition of Beard signals a new era for the club as they transition to a fully professional setup, aiming for success in the upcoming season.
What’s next
Beard is expected to begin his role immediately, focusing on building a competitive squad for Burnley’s first professional season. The club will likely announce further details regarding team strategies and player acquisitions in the coming weeks.