Manager changes
Coach hires, sackings, contract extensions.
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Charged with corruption, France's security chief barred from Zidane's first squad gathering
Mohamed Sanhadji, head of security for the French national team since 2004, has been charged with corruption, embezzlement of public funds and fraud. Under judicial supervision, he is forbidden from attending Clairefontaine for Zinédine Zidane's first squad gathering.
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Hemdani confronted with his Algeria past at first press conference
Appointed Algeria manager to replace Vladimir Petkovic, Brahim Hemdani was immediately questioned about his decision to wait until 2008, at age 30, to join the national team.
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Samba shines on debut as City Academy reshapes coaching staff with key return
Floyd Samba impressed during his first-team debut as Manchester City's academy undergoes behind-the-scenes changes, including the return of coach Craig Mudd in a newly created individual development role.
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Carrick retains United backing despite Brighton collapse, but results must come soon
Michael Carrick keeps the support of Manchester United's football leadership after a 2-0 lead was squandered against Brighton, but with three defeats in six games, the pressure on the head coach is mounting rapidly.
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New Portugal coach Jorge Jesus picks Ronaldo but warns status earns him nothing
Jorge Jesus named Cristiano Ronaldo in his first Portugal squad since replacing Roberto Martinez, but made clear the 41-year-old will play only on merit — while predicting his 1,000th career goal is more likely to come for Al-Nassr than his country.
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Zidane reveals first squad with five new faces for France
Zinédine Zidane has announced his first selection as head coach of the French national team ahead of the start of the UEFA Nations League. The squad includes five new players as well as several notable returns.
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Carrick tells United fans to 'blame me' as sack speculation dismissed as 'ridiculous'
Michael Carrick has accepted full responsibility for Manchester United's poor start to the season — just two wins from six games in all competitions — while dismissing talk of his sacking as 'ridiculous' ahead of Sunday's trip to Fulham.
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Carrick dismisses job-security fears as 'ridiculous' after United's dismal start
Michael Carrick has pushed back firmly against speculation about his Manchester United future, calling it 'ridiculous', after the club lost three of their first six games and collapsed from 2-0 up to lose to Brighton in the Carabao Cup.
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Vieira leaves Mané out of first Senegal squad
Patrick Vieira unveiled his first squad as Senegal head coach without Sadio Mané, sidelined for physical reasons, and Édouard Mendy, who retired from international football on Sunday.
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Maresca dismisses Guardiola shadow as City win six from six under new boss
Enzo Maresca insists he does not dwell on succeeding Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, with the Italian having guided the club to six consecutive wins across all competitions to open the season.
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Genesio reportedly duped by Marseille: four straight defeats and an emptied squad
After four consecutive losses, including a heavy 4-1 defeat to Besiktas in the Europa League, Bruno Genesio is reportedly convinced he was misled about the club's true state when he signed with Marseille, according to journalist Dave Appadoo.
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Italy name experienced squad as Sciamanna begins WXV tenure against Japan
Plinio Sciamanna selects a seasoned Azzurre side for his debut as Italy head coach, facing Japan in Saturday's WXV Global Series opener at Stadio Omero Tognon — a fixture that also marks Toshizumi Kitagawa's first match in charge of the Sakura Fifteen.
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Removed from Zidane's staff after 48 hours, podiatrist Rétali cries foul
Appointed to France's coaching staff on August 13, Marc Rétali was excluded two days later for giving an interview before even signing his contract. He denounces a disproportionate punishment.
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Genesio questions his future at Marseille after fourth consecutive defeat in Istanbul
Crushed by Besiktas in the Europa League on Thursday evening, Olympique de Marseille suffered a fourth consecutive defeat. Bruno Genesio himself raised questions about his position, with the Classique against PSG approaching.
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Barthez pushes Restes into Zidane's squad at Samba's expense
Goalkeeper coach Fabien Barthez is already influencing Zinédine Zidane's choices before the new manager's first squad list, expected Friday at 6 p.m. The former 1998 World Cup and 2000 European Championship winner is actively backing 21-year-old Guillaume Restes, while Brice Samba faces the axe.
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Mbappé questions Deschamps' tactical approach after World Cup semi-final elimination
Two months after France's 0-2 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, Kylian Mbappé has criticized Didier Deschamps' tactical choices, describing the loss as a "missed opportunity" for the Blues.
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Carrick's Man United struggles echo Solskjaer's final weeks as board pressure mounts
Manchester United's poor start under Michael Carrick — two defeats in four league games plus a Carabao Cup loss to Brighton — is drawing uncomfortable parallels with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sacking in November 2021, when an emergency board meeting sealed the Norwegian's fate after a 4-1 defeat at Watford.
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Out of work since World Cup, Deschamps in Manchester United fans' sights
Without a job since leaving the French national team after the 2026 World Cup, replaced by Zinedine Zidane, Didier Deschamps sees his name circulating among Manchester United supporters, where Michael Carrick is already under pressure following a difficult start to the season.
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Klopp names 44-man Germany squad and calls on nation to reclaim the flag
Jürgen Klopp has announced a 44-player double squad for his first international window as Germany head coach, including 16 uncapped players, ahead of Nations League fixtures against the Netherlands, Greece and Serbia.
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Saha warns Carrick his tactics are putting Man United job at risk after Brighton collapse
Former United striker Louis Saha has criticised Michael Carrick's tactical setup following back-to-back defeats to Manchester City and Brighton, warning the manager his job is in danger and that the club has yet to replace the influence of Casemiro.
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