sacked as everton manager, after less than seven months in charge at the club. which might give you an idea of where the sports bulletin is going to start. good afternoon. everton have sacked manager rafa benitez after fewer than seven months in charge. it comes after their disappointing 2—1 defeat at strugglers norwich city yesterday. there were angry scenes from travelling fans. everton have lost nine of their past 12 premier league games, sinking from fourth in the table at the start to where they are currently, which is six points off the bottom three. the club released a statement a short while ago.