Ayr United Dismiss Scott Brown After Two-Year Championship Tenure
Ayr United have confirmed that Scott Brown and assistant Steven Whittaker have left the club by mutual consent. The club announced the decision via its official Twitter account on March 30, 2026.
Reason for the change
Brown guided Ayr to a third-place finish last season. The side sit eighth in the Championship this term.
They are seven points clear of Ross County in the relegation play-off spot. They remain five points behind Dunfermline in fourth.
Last Friday’s 3-0 loss to Raith Rovers is reported to have been the final factor. The club hierarchy moved quickly after that defeat.
Interim coaching arrangements
The club said both departures were by mutual consent and thanked the pair for their service. It also wished them well for future roles.
Training will be overseen by Jamie Murphy, Tommy Tait and Dave Timmins. The club said further details on an interim appointment will follow.
Scott Brown’s background
Brown enjoyed a decorated playing career at Celtic. He collected 22 major honours during his time there.
- 10 Scottish Premiership titles
- 6 Scottish League Cups
- 6 Scottish Cups
He left Celtic in 2021 to join Stephen Glass at Aberdeen as a player-coach. He then moved into management with Fleetwood a year later.
Context
Ayr United dismissed Scott Brown after a two-year Championship tenure. The decision ends a spell that began with high hopes.
Filmogaz.com will provide updates when the club announces a permanent replacement. The team now seeks stability as the season enters its crucial phase.
