'Football is going in the wrong direction' - Ex-Everton boss Sean Dyche slams tactical intricacies of modern game and insists 'uprising' is taking place

Dyche has launched a broadside against the current state of football, arguing that the game is becoming overly focused on tactical intricacies and straying away from its fundamental principles. The former Burnley and Everton manager believes an "uprising" is taking place as fans are growing bored with the emphasis on passing in deep areas and the perceived lack of directness in modern attacking play.

Dyche's outspoken views tap into a long-standing debate within football regarding the balance between pragmatism and idealism. His managerial style, often characterised by direct, physical football, has been both praised and criticised for its perceived lack of sophistication. Dyche's success at Burnley, defying expectations with limited resources, cemented his reputation as a manager who aims for substance over style, but he was also sacked by Everton.

Speaking on Stick to Football, Dyche said: "Football is going in the wrong direction now and I think there's an uprising. I speak to a lot of fans, and they go, ‘I’m getting bored of it, I’m getting bored of people passing it around the six-yard line’. Managers go, ‘It’s our philosophy’, but how about changing your philosophy and staying in the Premier League rather than getting relegated.”

Dyche is currently looking for a job after his departure from Everton. It remains to be seen where he will end up next.