Source: Daily_Mail
The Firing Line: Carlo Ancelotti's time all but up at Chelsea
ShareAvram Grant dodged the bullet for pretty much the entire season but not even he could escape the Firing Line for ever, as defeat at Wigan sent West Ham to the Championship and him towards the Upton Park exit.[LNB]He becomes the fifth manager to suffer the axe in the top-flight this term with Sam Allardyce, Chris Hughton, Roy Hodgson and Roberto di Matteo all suffering similar fates - and it doesn't seem long before another goes.[LNB]Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti's future is unresolved at Stamford Bridge beyond this summer after a trophyless campaign, while failure to keep a side in the Premier League may spell the end for two more managers at the bottom of the table.[LNB] Wave goodbye? Carlo Ancelotti's future is uncertain at Chelsea[LNB]We'll be back next season to chart the Firing Line - but how many of our managers will be?[LNB]Each week we bring you our latest chart of the managers under pressure, and those on Easy Street. [LNB]Here's Sportsmail's sack-race rankings - otherwise known as the Firing Line.[LNB] [LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB] [LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB] [LNB][LNB][LNB] [LNB]1Chelsea- Carlo AncelottiIs there anything he can do to save his job? Skipper John Terry backs him, but the board have not been as open in their thoughts about the Italian. Everton away next. UP ONE[LNB]2 Blackburn- Steve KeanCredible draw against Manchester United, but being charged with drink-driving is not the ideal preparation going into Survival Sunday - or for his job prospects. UP ONE[LNB]3BirminghamCity - Alex McLeish Will be furious at some of his player's late night/early morning antics ahead of a vital clash at Tottenham. A late collapse in the season means relegation is a real danger. UP FOUR[LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB] [LNB][LNB]4Wolves- Mick McCarthyHolds all the aces on the final day of the season amongst the relegation contenders. A win at home to Blackburn and a third successive season in the top-flight is secure. NON-MOVER[LNB][LNB][LNB]5Aston Villa - Gerard Houllier His ?24million capture of Darren Bent in January has proved to be money well spent, even if the Frenchman isn't around to see the fruits of his labours right now. NON-MOVER[LNB][LNB]6Sunderland- Steve BruceWill be pleased to finally see the back of this season after an injury crisis has ripped his side apart in the second-half of the campaign. West Ham away next. UP TWO[LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB] [LNB][LNB][LNB]7Wigan- Roberto Martinez For perhaps the first time this season Wigan showed some fighting spirit to come back from 2-0 down to defeat West Ham and boost their chances of survival. DOWN ONE[LNB][LNB] [LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB]8Newcastle - Alan Pardew Can be proud of his season's work since replacing Chris Hughton half-way through the campaign - especially after losing Andy Carroll. At home to West Brom next. UP ONE[LNB]9Fulham- Mark Hughes In pole position to land a Europa League spot through the Fair Play League. Will Hughes just instruct his players not to get booked against Arsenal? It's just not the 'Sparky' way. UP ONE[LNB]10Bolton- Owen Coyle A fantastic season up until the FA Cup semi-final, and since the 5-0 defeat at Wembley Bolton have just not delivered. Coyle will have a hard job replacing Daniel Sturridge. UP FOUR[LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB]11Everton- David Moyes You just wonder how high up Everton would be if they started this season better. A fine end to the campaign but it's too late once again to make a serious impact. UP TWO[LNB][LNB]12ManCity - Roberto Mancini Mission complete for Mancini as far as this season is concerned. Can go for the bonus of third with a win at Bolton and avoid having to qualify for the Champions League. DOWN ONE[LNB][LNB][LNB]13Tottenham- Harry RedknappFinally got a performance out of his players with the 2-0 win at Liverpool. Spurs remain on course for the Europa League whether Harry likes it or not. DOWN ONE[LNB]14WestBromwich - Roy HodgsonHas done close to the perfect job since taking over from Roberto di Matteo but will need to do better in the transfer market over the summer than he did in his time at Liverpool. UP ONE[LNB] [LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB]15Blackpool - Ian Holloway Backed fully by Blackpool Chairman Karl Oyston beyond this season, but is likely going to have to rely on results elsewhere if that is to be in the Premier League. UP ONE[LNB][LNB][LNB]16Stoke City - Tony PulisCan be proud of his player's efforts in the FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City and will aim to end the season on a high by beating Wigan and securing a top 10 finish. UP ONE[LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB][LNB]17Arsenal- Arsene Wenger Late season slump has not only cost Arsenal the title but potentially their automatic Champions League spot too. Fourth beckons with a visit to Fulham next. UP ONE[LNB][LNB]18Liverpool- Kenny DalglishLooks set to miss out on Europe after all following the surprise defeat against Tottenham. The future under King Kenny at Anfield still looks bright though. UP ONE[LNB]19Man United - Sir Alex FergusonA record 19th title in the bag, focus now switches to the Champions League final against Barcelona where Fergie's men for the first time this season go into a match as underdogs. UP ONE[LNB]-West Ham - Vacant Avram Grant has gone but who will take over the Championship bound Hammers? Caretaker boss Kevin Keen wants the job, Chris Hughton is the favourite. [LNB] Sir Alex: I have no plans to retire from management... it keeps me aliveDon't be a Twit! Wenger fires social network warning to Arsenal stars Ferguson targets three signings as United prepare to replace the old guard[LNB] Explore more:People: Alex Ferguson, Chris Hughton, Ian Holloway, John Terry, Steve Bruce, David Moyes, Mark Hughes, Harry Redknapp, Roberto Di Matteo, Andy Carroll, Mick McCarthy, Sam Allardyce, Kenny Dalglish, Tony Pulis, Darren Bent, Alex McLeish, Roy Hodgson, Roberto Mancini, Owen Coyle, Roberto Martinez, Carlo Ancelotti, Daniel Sturridge Places: Barcelona, Liverpool, Newcastle, Birmingham, Europe
