- West Ham United have sacked head coach Nuno Espírito Santo with immediate effect following a disappointing start to their EFL Championship campaign.
- The decision was taken after back-to-back home losses against Southampton and West Brom left the club sitting eighth in the table after 13 games.
- Nuno was tasked with securing an immediate return to the Premier League after overseeing West Ham's relegation last season.
- Former club captain Mark Noble, alongside Steve Potts and Gerard Prenderville, will take temporary charge for Wednesday night's fixture at Cardiff.
- West Ham have confirmed the search for a permanent replacement is underway following the departure of Nuno and his coaching staff.
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