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SAD DALE IN SEARCH FOR THE ANSWERS

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The LeaguePaper Team
2 April 2023

By John Lyons

EXIT: Jim Bentley was axed by Rochdale
PICTURE: Alamy

BELEAGUERED Rochdale have promised to undertake a root-and-branch review of their football operations as they face up to the prospect of life outside the EFL.
Dale’s proud 102-year Football League status was left hanging by a thread when they lost 2-0 at relegation rivals Crawley last weekend.
That result left the bottom side ten points from safety. It was extended to 11 in midweek when Crawley drew 1-1 against Grimsby.
Sacked
The defeat to the Red Devils proved the last game in charge for boss Jim Bentl...

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