Walsall have sacked Mat Sadler as manager following a dramatic collapse in form.
The Saddlers dismissed their boss after securing just a single victory from their previous 11 fixtures, seeing the League Two club plummet down the standings having been top of the table at Christmas.
They have experienced four defeats in their last five outings, including a loss at Salford on Tuesday evening.
Co-chairman Ben Boycott released a statement following the dismissal.
He said: “I would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge the significant efforts and contributions of Mat, both as a professional and as a person, during his time at the club.
“We thank him for his dedicated service and wish him the very best for the future.”
The club now find themselves in 11th position.
Sadler took charge in May 2023 and delivered remarkable success.
Walsall have sacked Mat Sadler as manager after three years in charge
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He guided Walsall to the League Two play-off final last year whilst securing a club record nine successive league triumphs.
Saddler was also named League Two Manager of the Month for December 2024 and September 2025.
Darren Byfield has been appointed as caretaker manager and will lead the side against Crewe Alexandra on Saturday.
Terry Connor and the remaining coaching staff will provide support.
Mat Sadler guided Walsall to the League Two play-off final last year whilst securing a club record nine successive league triumphs
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The Saddlers are now searching for a permanent replacement with 10 matches remaining this season.
They currently sit just three points adrift of Grimsby Town, who occupy the final play-off berth.
Before moving into management, Sadler made over 500 professional appearances in his 20-year career.
In the Premier League, the defender played for his boyhood club, Birmingham City.
