Former Republic of Ireland international Glenn Whelan has been put in charge of Sky Bet League One Wigan Athletic on an interim basis following the departure of Shaun Maloney.
Wigan have sacked manager Shaun Maloney after two years in charge with Whelan stepping in for now.
The former Latics midfielder Maloney leaves the club 15th in Sky Bet League One - six points above the relegation zone - following Saturday's 2-1 home loss to Reading.
Wigan announced his departure on Sunday along with assistant manager Max Rogers.
A statement on the club website read: "It cannot be overlooked that the current League One campaign has clearly not progressed as anticipated.
"Home results and performances, in particular, have been disappointing and below the standard at which our supporters expect. For this reason, the Board felt that it was time for a change.
"The timing of such change will allow the club the necessary time to appoint a successor and enable the club to look forward to the future.
"As a board of directors, we would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Shaun and Max for their service, efforts and dedication to the club."
First team coach Whelan will take interim charge of the team along with Graham Barrow and Frankie Bunn.
Wigan are back in League One action on Tuesday at Mansfield.
