Robin van Persie is SACKED as Feyenoord head coach after just 18 months at the helm - as Dutch giants point to their 'downward trend' under ex-Arsenal and Man United striker

Robin van Persie has been sacked as head coach of Feyenoord after 18 months in charge of the Dutch club. The former Arsenal and Manchester United striker was dismissed as the club cited a 'downward trend' in the team's performance under his management. Van Persie had taken on the role at Feyenoord as his first senior managerial position.