1.   But most expect his dismissal soon, perhaps as quickly as today.

2.   By Tuesday, however, he said he expected a dismissal and by Wednesday he was philosophical.

3.   More dismissals are expected, officials at the firm said.

4.   Other dismissals are expected this week.

5.   The dismissal was expected by the Top-Free team.

6.   Ardley said he spoke with Bowden briefly and the coach said Ardley should have expected the dismissal.

7.   Debski said he now expects voluntary dismissal of Soccer Federation President Marian Dziurowicz, which would open the way for reforming Polish soccer.

8.   The coalition has been under strain for several months and several national newspapers were predicting a vote of confidence, although few appeared to have expected a dismissal.