Sam Allardyce has resigned as England manager after being caught up in a newspaper sting.

He offered to go rather than being sacked over a corruption scandal.

The Football Association has confirmed the move in a statement, saying they had “mutually agreed” to terminate his contract.

He has had just 67 days on the job, overseeing one game – ironically leaving him with a 100 percent record. That makes him both the shortest serving England manager, and, technically, its most successful.

The 61 year old is alleged to have met a bogus consortium of Far East businessmen seeking advice on the Premier League’s billion–pound transfer market.

During meetings with undercover reporters from The Daily Telegraph, Allardyce is reported to have criticised his predecessor Roy Hodgson, referring to him as “Woy” and saying he “hasn’t got the personality” for public speaking.

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Former Bolton Wanderers, West Ham United and Sunderland boss Allardyce replaced Hodgson as England manager in July.

The Football Association’s statement says Allardyce’s contact was inappropriate of the England manager.

“He accepts he made a significant error of judgement and has apologised. 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.”

Sam Allardyce as England manager:

• 100% win record
• 1 goal scored
• 0 goals conceded

Statistically England's greatest ever manager. pic.twitter.com/bYnfy6ECKJ

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Allardyce issued a statement of his own.

“Further to recent events, the FA and I have mutually agreed to part company.

“It was a great honour for me to be appointed back in July and I am deeply disappointed at this outcome.

“This afternoon, I met with Greg Clarke and Martin Glenn and offered a sincere and wholehearted apology for my actions.

“Although it was made clear during the recorded conversations that any proposed arrangements would need the FA’s full approval, I recognise I made some comments which have caused embarrassment.

“As part of today’s meeting, I was asked to clarify what I said and the context in which the conversations took place. I have co-operated fully in this regard.

“I also regret my comments with regard to other individuals.”

– with agencies