Manager changes
Coach hires, sackings, contract extensions.
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Bob Tahri leaves Olympique de Marseille following harassment complaints
Olympique de Marseille has parted ways with Bob Tahri, the sports coordinator hired in January 2024, after an internal investigation was launched following complaints of workplace harassment filed by several club employees.
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Amorim faces sack threat at AC Milan after four months as familiar problems resurface
Ruben Amorim is under mounting pressure at AC Milan just four months into his tenure, with a 1-1 draw against Sassuolo leaving owner Gerry Cardinale visibly frustrated and Italian media questioning the team's identity and attacking output.
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Horner says perceived influence over Red Bull cost him his team principal role
Christian Horner has spoken for the first time about his July 2025 dismissal as Red Bull team principal, suggesting the company felt he held too much sway over operations — a shift he links to the death of founder Dietrich Mateschitz in 2022.
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INEOS back Carrick despite pressure mounting after Atletico Madrid defeat
Manchester United's owners remain supportive of manager Michael Carrick, according to David Ornstein of The Athletic, despite the club winning just two of their opening fixtures and suffering a 2-0 loss at Atletico Madrid.
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Deschamps, Nagelsmann and Löw mentioned as potential successors to Mourinho at Real Madrid
After leaving his role as France manager following the 2026 World Cup, Didier Deschamps is mentioned by Spanish media Fichajes among available coaches who could interest Real Madrid if José Mourinho were to be replaced.
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PSG's Head Groundskeeper Threatened with Dismissal, Ambre Godillon Defends Him
Jonathan Calderwood, Paris Saint-Germain's head groundskeeper since 2013, faces imminent dismissal following pitch problems at Parc des Princes. Journalist Ambre Godillon, who worked alongside him at the club, pays tribute to him while highlighting the structural constraints of the stadium.
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Deschamps targeted by Turkey, but local supporters firmly oppose it
Two months after leaving the France national team, Didier Deschamps is on Turkey's shortlist to replace Vincenzo Montella, sacked after four consecutive defeats in the Nations League. Turkish public opinion, however, strongly prefers a local coach.
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Yoro red card and 47-second goal condemn 10-man United to defeat at Atletico
Manchester United's Champions League struggles deepened as Leny Yoro was sent off and Pablo Barrios struck within 47 seconds to hand Atletico Madrid a 2-0 win at the Metropolitano, piling further pressure on manager Michael Carrick.
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Carrick's United future in doubt after Atlético Madrid expose deep-rooted problems
Manchester United slipped to a 2-0 defeat at Atlético Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday, leaving Michael Carrick with just two wins from nine games and owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe watching on from the stands.
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PSG's groundskeeper Jonathan Calderwood threatened with dismissal over Parc des Princes pitch crisis
Jonathan Calderwood, PSG's head groundskeeper since 2013, has been summoned for a pre-dismissal hearing following the unplayable pitch at Parc des Princes that forced the relocation of the match against Rennes on August 23, which cost the club a €150,000 fine.
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Valencia backs under-fire Carrick to succeed at Manchester United despite 13th-place start
Antonio Valencia has urged Manchester United to keep faith with manager Michael Carrick, who has won just one of his opening six Premier League games, leaving the club 13th in the table.
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Thomas Frank emerges as leading candidate to replace struggling Arbeloa at Fulham
Thomas Frank is reportedly Fulham's top target to replace Alvaro Arbeloa, who has overseen a winless start to the Premier League season. The move would see the Dane manage Brentford's west London rivals, potentially straining his legendary status among Bees supporters.
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Scholes questions whether Carrick 'wants out' of Manchester United after poor start
Paul Scholes has publicly wondered whether Michael Carrick's heart is truly in the Manchester United job after the club slipped to 13th in the Premier League following six games and just one win.
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Horner rules out Ferrari move and demands ownership stake before any F1 return
Christian Horner has dismissed speculation linking him to Ferrari, insisting the Scuderia will never sell him shares. The former Red Bull boss says he will only return to the F1 paddock if he can secure an ownership stake in whichever team he joins.
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FFF promises tribute to Deschamps 'when he is ready' after fourteen years in charge
FFF president Philippe Diallo confirmed that an official tribute will be paid to Didier Deschamps, whose successor Zinédine Zidane has already taken over as France manager. The former head coach, 2018 World Cup winner, first wants to step back.
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Eddie Howe rejects Lens approach as former Newcastle boss enjoys family sabbatical
Eddie Howe has turned down an approach from Ligue 1 side Lens, who were seeking a replacement for Pierre Sage after his departure to Crystal Palace. The former Newcastle manager, 48, is currently on an extended break following his five-year spell at St. James' Park.
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Horner breaks silence on 'brutal' Red Bull sacking, blaming Mateschitz's death for power shift
Christian Horner has spoken publicly for the first time about his dismissal as Red Bull Racing team principal in July 2025, telling The Guardian he was given no concrete reason for his exit and attributing the change to a corporate power shift following founder Dietrich Mateschitz's death in 2022.
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Manchester United close to agreement with Antonio Conte as Carrick faces the sack
Manchester United are reportedly nearing a deal with Antonio Conte to replace Michael Carrick, who has collected just six points from six Premier League games this season — leaving the club 12 points off the summit.
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Carrick admitted United was the only job he'd take as pressure mounts after winless run
Michael Carrick confessed to former teammate Nicky Butt that he had serious reservations about returning to management — but said Manchester United was the one exception. That candour now carries extra weight as United sit 13th after six Premier League games with just one win.
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Edwards shuts down Argentina talk to stay fully focused on Red Roses
Shaun Edwards has refused to discuss his upcoming Argentina role with England's Red Roses players, insisting he is fully committed to the squad ahead of their WXV fixtures against Canada and the USA in North America.
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