Top 5: Did you know about these fascinating Premier League records?

Shortest-serving manager: Les Reed

Excluding caretakers, Les Reed holds the unfortunate record of being the Premier League’s shortest-serving manager.

He lasted just 41 days in charge of Charlton Athletic during 2006 (November 14, 2006 to December 24, 2006) after succeeding Iain Dowie, having been his assistant manager beforehand.

During his six-week spell as boss, Reed oversaw just one win. He was replaced by Alan Pardew on Christmas Eve!

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