Portsmouth have fired manager Danny Cowley and his brother, assistant Nicky Cowley, after a poor run of form.

The south coast club have not won a single match in their past nine League One encounters.

Pompey are now down to 12th in the table and will be looking for a new coach.

In a statement, chief executive Andrew Cullen said: “We are desperately disappointed that, following our recent run of results, we have today made the difficult decision to part company with Danny and Nicky.

“Both Danny and Nicky have given everything to Pompey.

"[They've worked] so hard inside and outside of the training ground with a determination to bring success – not just to the football club, but to the city of Portsmouth and the wider community.

“Danny and Nicky both really understand Portsmouth and they should look back with pride at the progress and innovation they have delivered at the club."

Cullen continued: “We will forever be grateful to them for their personal commitment towards reinvigorating the special connection between the football club and our community.

"We all wish Danny and Nicky success in everything they go on to do.

“We must now look forward and with 24 league games still to play, we will focus all our efforts towards delivering the targets we set for this season.

"The search for a new coaching team will commence immediately."