Malky Mackay has described his dismissal from Cardiff City as "disappointing", but insists that he is still proud of what he achieved at the club.
The Scot was sacked earlier today following speculation that he had been told to resign or be fired by chairman Vincent Tan last week.
The 41-year-old told Sky Sports News: "It is with the deepest and most sincere regret that I today confirm my sacking as manager of Cardiff City FC. As disappointing as today's decision is, I am already able to look back at my time at Cardiff City FC with immense pride and joy given the number of milestones the club achieved during the last two-and-half years.
"I have enjoyed my time immensely at this fine club, in this great city, and throughout I've always attempted to put my own personal stamp on specific areas that I believe to be all-important such as the implementation of a progressive culture as well as a complete professional approach to all aspects of day-to-day management that are required if you are to become a top club, and more importantly to remain as one.
"I leave with my head held high having gained a level of experience that, upon reflection, I suspect would have been difficult to find anywhere else in British football."
Mackay took charge of the Welsh side in June 2011, leading them to a League Cup final appearance and promotion to the top flight after a 51-year absence.
Sian Cowper
