Sam Allardyce's reign as coach of England's soccer team has ended after just 67 days following an undercover sting by a British newspaper.
The 61-year-old was caught on camera seemingly admitting that he knew of ways to skirt FIFA rules on player ownership.
The scandal came to light after the video recorded by undercover reporters from The Daily Telegraph was published Monday.
The Telegraph conducted a series of meetings with Allardyce where journalists posed as businessmen intending to invest in the English Premier League's lucrative transfer market.
In a statement issued on its website, the FA said: "Allardyce's conduct, as reported today, was inappropriate of the England manager."
It added: "He accepts he made a significant error of judgment and has apologized. However, due to the serious nature of his actions, the FA and Allardyce have mutually agreed to terminate his contract with immediate effect.
"This is not a decision that was taken lightly but the FA's priority is to protect the wider interests of the game and maintain the highest standards of conduct in football. The manager of the England men's senior team is a position which must demonstrate strong leadership and show respect for the integrity of the game at all times."
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