Chris Millington steps down as FC Halifax Town manager

FC Halifax Town boss Chris Millington is set to leave the club, after six years at The Shay.

The 49 year old has been manager of the National League team for the past three years, taking over from Pete Wild in 2022.

He led The Shaymen to an FA Trophy win in 2023 and stewarded the team through 155 games.

Halifax failed to secure promotion this season after losing to Oldham 4 - 0 in the National League play-off Quarter Finals.

In a statement released by the club, Chris wrote: "After a great deal of soul searching I have decided to stand down from my position as Halifax Town manager."

"It has been a privilege to represent the club and indeed the town of Halifax as first team manager and assistant over the last 6 years.

"I have been privileged to work with some outstanding people through the playing staff and the non playing staff....

"I am devastated that I will not be the man to lead Halifax Town back to the EFL but I believe the time is right for a change of manager at FCHT.

"The Club needs a manager to come and build on the solid foundation and positive reputation that has been built over the last 6 years."

Shaymen Chairman David Bosomworth said: "To give six years of your life to help support a project and then take on the overall responsibility for that project is physically and mentally demanding and he has given his all."

"From me it is a huge ‘thank you’ to Chris and whatever he decides to do in the future we wish him well and he is always assured of a warm welcome at the Shay’."

Chris will assist with the process of finding a new manager to take charge at The Shay.