Shaun Maloney has been sacked by Wigan after Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to Reading.
The Latics have won just one of their last seven games which leaves them 15th in League One, just six points above the relegation places.
Former player Maloney, who won the FA Cup as a player in 2013, spent two-and-a-half years with Athletic during a difficult period for the club which included relegation from the Championship and a points deduction.
But this season has not gone as hoped, with the club citing a disappointing home record for the reason for his dismissal.
A statement said: “During his tenure, Shaun and his young team have provided the Club and its supporters with some proud moments, including an Emirates FA Cup Third Round tie with Manchester United, as well as three memorable victories over rivals Bolton Wanderers, just to name a few.
“Shaun has also helped develop a number of our young players, some of whom have moved on to further their careers to the mutual benefit of the Football Club.
Club Statement | Shaun Maloney#wafc
— Wigan Athletic (@LaticsOfficial) March 2, 2025
“However, 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.”
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Glenn Whelan has been placed in interim charge, assisted by Graham Barrow and Frankie Bunn, for Tuesday’s trip to Mansfield Town.
