As expected following initial reports on Sunday night, Portsmouth have terminated the contract of manager Tony Adams.
The rookie boss had largely struggled in the hot-seat since succeeding Harry Redknapp in October of last year, stepping up from his role as assistant. At that point Pompey were hovering around the European places, but they now languish close to the Premier League drop-zone.
First-team coach Jonny Metgod has also departed, despite being tipped to be interim boss. Such duties will fall to Paul Hart, the director of youth operations.
Portsmouth's executive chairman Peter Storrie had clearly seen enough after Adams' side surrendered the lead twice against Liverpool at Fratton Park this weekend past, with the Reds running out 3-2 winners following a grandstand finish.
A spokesman told the club's official website, "This has been a very difficult decision and Tony has worked tirelessly to arrest the slump in form.
"He is rightfully highly-respected within the football world and played a major role in our FA Cup triumph last season. We would like to thank him and John and wish them well in the future.
"The owner and the board feel they have been as supportive as they can during a period where results have been poor. The team has played well but too many points have been dropped from winning positions.
"The priority is for Portsmouth Football Club to remain in the top flight and we feel the appointment of a new manager will give us the best opportunity.
"Paul Hart knows the football club, having joined us nearly two years ago, and is a respected coach with managerial experience."
Adams is a legendary Arsenal and England defender but, although he showed flashes of promise, perhaps the top-flight job was too much for him at this stage.
Portsmouth Confirm Tony Adams Sacking
As expected following initial reports on Sunday night, Portsmouth have terminated the contract of manager Tony Adams.
The rookie boss had largely struggled in the hot-seat since succeeding Harry Redknapp in October of last year, stepping up from his role as assistant. At that point Pompey were hovering around the European places, but they now languish close to the Premier League drop-zone.
First-team coach Jonny Metgod has also departed, despite being tipped to be interim boss. Such duties will fall to Paul Hart, the director of youth operations.
Portsmouth's executive chairman Peter Storrie had clearly seen enough after Adams' side surrendered the lead twice against Liverpool at Fratton Park this weekend past, with the Reds running out 3-2 winners following a grandstand finish.
A spokesman told the club's official website, "This has been a very difficult decision and Tony has worked tirelessly to arrest the slump in form.
"He is rightfully highly-respected within the football world and played a major role in our FA Cup triumph last season. We would like to thank him and John and wish them well in the future.
"The owner and the board feel they have been as supportive as they can during a period where results have been poor. The team has played well but too many points have been dropped from winning positions.
"The priority is for Portsmouth Football Club to remain in the top flight and we feel the appointment of a new manager will give us the best opportunity.
"Paul Hart knows the football club, having joined us nearly two years ago, and is a respected coach with managerial experience."
Adams is a legendary Arsenal and England defender but, although he showed flashes of promise, perhaps the top-flight job was too much for him at this stage.
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