The Black Cats lost 1-0 to league leaders Manchester United with the only goal of the game coming from a Sunderland own goal, leaving them without a win in eight.
A statement on the club website read: "Sunderland AFC has announced that it has parted company with manager Martin O'Neill this evening", "The club would like to place on record its thanks to Martin and wishes him well for the future. An announcement will be made in the coming days regarding a successor."
The former Wycombe, Leicester, Celtic and Aston Villa boss was appointed on 3 December 2011 in a three-year deal as replacement for Steve Bruce and guided the team to top-flight safety with seven victories in his first 10 games to finish in 13th spot. He was unable to continue this form however forcing the Sunderland hierarchy to make the hard decision to let him go.
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