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LISTEN - John Hartson on ‘harsh’ Francesco Guidolin sacking: ‘Swansea’s fixture list has been horrendous! He should have been given more time’

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John Hartson is disappointed by Swansea’s decision to sack Francesco Guidolin, but insists disgruntled supporters MUST behind new boss Bob Bradley following his shock.

The Italian was given the boot and swiftly replaced by the American on Monday – his 61st birthday – having steered the Swans to just one league win from their first seven games of the season.

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But Swansea-born ex-Wales international Hartson says Guidolin’s departure is harsh given the team’s tough run of games at the start of this new campaign.