David Hopkin took over Bradford at the beginning of September 2018David Hopkin has resigned as manager of Bradford City, ending a reign that lasted just 175 days. He was shortlisted for Sky Bet League One manager of the month for December after a run of four wins out of five boosted hopes of escaping relegation. 1:22 Highlights of the Sky Bet League One game between Walsall and Bradford Highlights of the Sky Bet League One game between Walsall and BradfordHowever, Bradford remain deep in trouble and Saturday's 3-2 loss at Walsall, who played virtually the whole game down to 10 men, proved the final straw for him. "I would like to take this opportunity to thank the incredible Bradford City fans. Hopkin leaves Bradford with the club 23rd in Sky Bet League One and three points from safetyCoach Martin Drury, assisted by Anton McElhone, will take charge for Saturday's Sky Bet League One game against Portsmouth while Bradford begin the search for a fifth manager in just 385 days.

Source: Sky sports February 25, 2019 10:14 UTC