Former coach of Wales Chris Coleman became the head coach of Sunderland.

The 47-year-old specialist replaced Simon Grayson, the coach of the "black cats", who was fired in October after only 18 fights at the helm of the team.

According to Sunderland's official website, Coleman signed a contract with the club for two and a half years.

Departed last year from the Premier League Sunderland at the moment is in last place in the standings of the Championship, having in the asset only one victory in 17 games.

The first duel at the helm of the new team Coleman will already on November 21 on the road against Aston Villa.

Earlier it was reported that the team of Wales after the departure of Chris can lead Thierry Henry.

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