Aston Villa have sacked manager Steven Gerrard after defeat at Fulham.
Villa lost 3-0 on Thursday night to leave them above the dropzone on goal difference.
The Villans announced this evening:
"Aston Villa Football Club can confirm that head coach Steven Gerrard has left the club with immediate effect.
"A club spokesman said: 'We would like to thank Steven for his hard work and commitment and wish him well for the future'."