Manager changes
Coach hires, sackings, contract extensions.
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Marco Silva hints he may quit Benfica after furious rant over referee culture in Portugal
Marco Silva has cast doubt over his future at Benfica just months into the job, suggesting he may be unable to continue after a 3-1 derby defeat to Porto left his side five points adrift at the top of the Primeira Liga.
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John Martin steps down as PFL-MVP CEO after less than a year in charge
John Martin has announced his resignation as CEO of PFL-MVP, the combined entity formed from the merger of PFL and Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions. Martin endorsed MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian as his successor.
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Manusina Samoa embrace new era at WXV Global Series Challenger with World Cup in sight
Despite back-to-back losses in the opening two rounds of the WXV Global Series Challenger, Samoa's players say team cohesion is growing under new head coach Bella Milo, with 2026 World Cup qualifiers firmly in mind.
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Zidane impresses his players at first training session at Clairefontaine
New France manager Zinédine Zidane took charge of his first session at Clairefontaine on Monday. His technique, virtually unchanged, earned the admiration of Upamecano and his teammates.
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Carrick's job under scrutiny as United stall on 15-year-old Gabriel's exit request
Manchester United head into the international break 12th in the Premier League after three matches without a win, with Michael Carrick's future under review. Meanwhile, teenage prospect JJ Gabriel has reportedly enlisted a prominent agent as he pushes to leave Old Trafford.
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Deschamps Named as Galatasaray's Priority if Okan Buruk Departs
Free since leaving the French national team after the 2026 World Cup, Didier Deschamps would be Galatasaray's first choice to replace Okan Buruk, according to a Turkish journalist.
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Zidane dazzles his players in first session at Clairefontaine
Zinédine Zidane officially took charge of the France national team on Monday at Clairefontaine, three days after unveiling his first squad list of 23 players. With only twelve players available, the new manager has already made a strong impression on his squad.
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De la Fuente signs record six-year Spain extension after back-to-back major titles
Luis de la Fuente has committed to Spain until Euro 2032 in the longest contract ever agreed for a national team head coach, following back-to-back triumphs at Euro 2024 and the 2026 World Cup.
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Amorim vows to avoid repeating Man United mistakes as AC Milan beat Lecce 3-0
Ruben Amorim admitted he recognised the same tactical errors at AC Milan that contributed to his Manchester United sacking, and responded by giving his players more freedom in a 3-0 Serie A win over Lecce.
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Juventus and Milan rival Man United for Conte as Carrick pressure mounts
Manchester United are among the clubs linked with Antonio Conte as a potential replacement for under-pressure head coach Michael Carrick, but Juventus and AC Milan are reportedly the frontrunners for the Italian's signature.
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Tottenham weigh De Zerbi sack after five winless Premier League games and fragility admission
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering sacking Roberto De Zerbi just five games into the Premier League season, following a defeat to Aston Villa and the Italian's own admission that his squad is the most 'fragile' he has ever managed.
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Carrick booed as United salvage late draw at Fulham to stay winless in five
Manchester United rescued a point at Fulham on Sunday thanks to Matheus Cunha's deflected equaliser, but Michael Carrick was jeered by travelling fans after substituting Kobbie Mainoo during the comeback. United have now taken just five points from their opening five Premier League matches.
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Flutey backs Shaun Edwards to add 'huge value' to Red Roses ahead of England-New Zealand clash
Former Wasps team-mate Riki Flutey has praised Shaun Edwards as one of the best coaches he has worked under, as the decorated defence specialist prepares to make his England debut against the Black Ferns at Allianz Stadium.
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Amorim admits he must adapt his system at AC Milan after rigid tactics cost him at Man Utd
Ruben Amorim has reversed his famous vow never to change his tactical system, saying he 'can't repeat his mistakes from Manchester' after AC Milan beat Lecce 3-0 to stay unbeaten in five Serie A games.
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Shaun Edwards joins England Women on short-term deal for WXV Global Series
Shaun Edwards has taken his first coaching role since leaving France, joining John Mitchell's Red Roses set-up on a short-term deal for the WXV Global Series, beginning with this weekend's fixture against New Zealand's Black Ferns.
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Malcolm finds optimism in Scotland's 66-14 loss as new coaching era begins
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm drew encouragement from her side's 66-14 WXV Global Series defeat to New Zealand at Hive Stadium, pointing to visible week-on-week progress under interim head coach Dave Butcher's newly assembled staff.
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Rooney admits Plymouth sacking effectively ended his career as a manager
Wayne Rooney has confessed that he knew a failed spell at Plymouth Argyle would likely be his last job in management. Dismissed after seven months at Home Park in 2024, the former England captain says he has since accepted his future is no longer in the dugout.
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Hemdani appointed Algeria coach, Fennecs begin 2027 Africa Cup qualifying without Mahrez
Appointed at the last minute following Petkovic's dismissal, Brahim Hemdani leads his first squad gathering with Algeria. The Fennecs, without Mahrez and Mandi, open their 2027 Africa Cup qualifying campaign on Friday against Zambia in Tizi Ouzou.
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After France, Deschamps headed for Monaco rather than troubled Marseille return
Free since leaving the France job this summer, Didier Deschamps is being linked with a Ligue 1 return. While Marseille has been mentioned, observers close to the situation believe Monaco is far more credible—a club he knows intimately.
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Zidane confirms Mbappé as France captain from first gathering
Appointed manager on July 28, Zinédine Zidane has settled the armband question before even his first gathering on Monday: Kylian Mbappé will remain captain of the France team, with a possible evolution in his positioning.
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