The Hoddle Sacking: 'It was never my intention to cause pain'

This is the full text of the statement by David Davies, acting chief executive of the FA:

"With regret, the FA and Glenn Hoddle have today agreed to terminate Glenn's contract. After more than 24 hours of meetings and discussions, it became apparent to all those concerned that this was the right decision for English football.

"The position had become increasingly untenable for both the FA and Glenn. He accepts he made an error of judgement, for which he apologises.

"The past few days have been painful for everyone involved, but that is as nothing compared to any offence that may have been caused to disabled people in our community and our country.

"We accept this wasn't Glenn's intention. It is unquestionable though, that the controversy over whatever was or wasn't said has damaged both Glenn and his employers.

"The FA has rightly considered all the options over recent hours. Glenn has served the England team with dedication and with loyalty, but eventually all parties agreed that in the circumstances, this was the correct way forward.

"Howard Wilkinson is being asked to take charge of the England team for the game with France on 10 February."

This is the full text of Glenn Hoddle's statement last night:

"Regretfully you will have heard that my contract with the FA has been terminated by mutual consent.

"I accept that I made a serious error of judgement in an interview which caused misunderstanding and pain to a number of people. This was never my intention and for this I apologise.

"My sincere thanks for the support from loved ones, family friends and media colleagues who have worked with me over the past few days to try and establish the truth.

"My personal thanks go to all my staff, colleagues and in particular the players, with whom I have worked with over the past two years as England coach. I thank them deeply.

"My best wishes go to Howard Wilkinson, John Gorman, who take over for the match against France at Wembley this month.

"Thank you very much."