Cobblers name Johnson as new boss

Last Updated : 04-Mar-2011 by BBC Sport

Northampton Town have appointed former Yeovil, Bristol City and Peterborough United manager Gary Johnson as their new boss on a two-and-a-half-year deal.Johnson left as Posh boss two months ago following disagreements with chairman Darragh MacAnthony.

The 55-year-old won 15 of his 33 games in charge at London Road.

He will succeed Ian Sampson, who was sacked by the club's board on Wednesday following a run of seven games without a win.

 

Source: BBC Sport