Manager Aidy Boothroyd has been sacked by Championship strugglers Coventry City.
Boothroyd, who replaced Chris Coleman last year, enjoyed a good start to his reign at the Ricoh Arena, but Coventry have plummeted down the table in recent months with just one victory from their last 16 games.
Saturday’s defeat to Hull City left the Sky Blues languishing in 19th spot, seven points clear of the relegation zone, and that result has proved to be the final straw for the club’s board.
A club statement read: “The board of Coventry City Football Club has today relieved Aidy Boothroyd of his first-team duties with immediate effect.
“Assistant manager Martin Pert has also been relieved of his duties.
“First-team coach Steve Harrison and chief scout Andy Thorn will be placed in temporary charge of team affairs.
“We would like to place on record our thanks to Aidy and Martin for their efforts.”