Royle didn't have the 3rd best side in England.
Didnt he?
Im almost certain that in 1995 Everton were most defo the 3rd best club in England, based on trophies.
He resigned didn't he MG as the board blocked him trying to sign Tore Andre Flo.
Or it was mutual consent....I don't think he was sacked.
Figure of speech fam.
But do you consider Joe Royle a failure?