Manager changes
Coach hires, sackings, contract extensions.
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Renard leaves Tunisia after two defeats and eyes Senegal
Hervé Renard officially departed the Tunisian bench on Saturday, after just two matches during the 2026 World Cup, both losses to Japan (0-4) and the Netherlands (1-3). His name is now circulating to succeed Pape Thiaw as Senegal's head coach.
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Klopp confirms Germany talks as Nagelsmann quits after World Cup exit
Jürgen Klopp has confirmed the German football federation has approached him to become the national team's next coach following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation, saying he is "more than recharged" after leaving Liverpool in 2024.
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Klopp confirms Germany talks and expects Red Bull to clear his path
Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he is in negotiations to become Germany's next head coach following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after Die Mannschaft's World Cup last-32 penalty exit to Paraguay, and says he does not expect Red Bull to block the move.
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Petkovic sacked by Algeria after humiliating elimination against Switzerland
Vladimir Petkovic has left his position as Algeria's head coach following the team's Round of 16 elimination at the 2026 World Cup against Switzerland (2-0). The Algerian Football Federation reached an agreement to end their collaboration.
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After Senegal's elimination, Habib Beye and Hervé Renard eye the Lions' bench
Senegal's elimination in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup against Belgium (2-3) has weakened head coach Pape Thiaw. On social media, supporters are calling for Habib Beye or Hervé Renard to succeed him.
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Eliminated by Switzerland at 2026 World Cup, Petkovic refuses to leave Algeria job
After Algeria's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup, head coach Vladimir Petkovic is facing mounting criticism but insists he intends to honour his contract through 2028 despite growing pressure for his departure.
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Klopp confirms Germany talks after Nagelsmann quits, but Red Bull exit complicates move
Jürgen Klopp has confirmed he will hold talks with the German football association over succeeding Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned after Germany's shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay at the World Cup. Klopp's current contract with Red Bull remains an obstacle.
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Klopp confirms Germany talks after Nagelsmann's shock World Cup exit resignation
Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he is in discussions with the German FA about succeeding Julian Nagelsmann, who resigned after Germany's round-of-32 World Cup exit to Ecuador. The 59-year-old remains under contract with Red Bull but says he is interested in taking the role.
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Postecoglou lands Al-Nassr head coach role to manage Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia
Ange Postecoglou has been appointed head coach of Al-Nassr on a two-year contract, returning to management after his brief and winless spell at Nottingham Forest ended in the sack last October.
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Postecoglou ends nine-month exile with two-year deal at Saudi champions Al-Nassr
Ange Postecoglou has been appointed head coach of Al-Nassr on a two-year contract, ending a nine-month spell out of management that followed his 39-day tenure at Nottingham Forest. The Australian succeeds Jorge Jesus at the Saudi Pro League champions.
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Al-Nassr appoints Postecoglou, ends Martinez speculation
Al-Nassr has officially signed Ange Postecoglou for two seasons, ending speculation that had placed Roberto Martinez on the Saudi bench. The Portugal manager can now focus on the World Cup round of 16 against Spain.
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Postecoglou takes Al-Nassr job to manage Ronaldo after Tottenham sacking
Ange Postecoglou has signed a two-year deal to become Al-Nassr manager, replacing Jorge Jesus who departed after winning the Saudi Pro League title. The 60-year-old Australian will take charge of a squad featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, currently on 976 career goals.
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Klopp set for Wirtz talks after Germany move to appoint ex-Liverpool boss as national manager
Jurgen Klopp is in line to become Germany's next manager after the DFB confirmed talks following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation. The role would see Klopp work directly with Florian Wirtz, the Liverpool playmaker he has repeatedly championed despite a difficult debut Premier League season.
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Klopp tells German FA he wants national team job after Nagelsmann's World Cup exit
Jurgen Klopp has expressed his desire to take charge of Germany following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after Die Mannschaft's penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the round of 32.
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Eliminated by Switzerland at 2026 World Cup, Algeria demands answers from Petkovic
Beaten 2-0 by Switzerland in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, the Fennecs returned home to a flood of criticism targeting manager Vladimir Petkovic, accused of tactical improvisation and lack of continuity.
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Klopp confirms interest as Germany open talks after Nagelsmann's World Cup resignation
The German Football Association has announced it will enter talks with Jurgen Klopp after Julian Nagelsmann resigned four days following Germany's penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the World Cup round of 32.
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Ashley Beck leaves Brython Thunder to become Wales Women's full-time attack coach
Ashley Beck has been appointed full-time attack coach for Wales Women ahead of the WXV Global Series, stepping away from his role as Brython Thunder head coach after guiding them to the Celtic Challenge semi-finals.
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Nagelsmann resigns as Germany coach after World Cup penalty exit to Paraguay
Julian Nagelsmann has stepped down as Germany head coach following their shock last-32 elimination by Paraguay on penalties at the World Cup. Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been strongly linked with the vacant role.
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After 2026 World Cup elimination, Algerian players refuse to play under Petkovic
Beaten 2-0 by Switzerland in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, Algeria is in deep crisis: Mahrez and Mandi have announced their international retirement, while other players reportedly refuse to play as long as Vladimir Petkovic remains head coach.
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Klopp leads the race to replace Nagelsmann as Germany manager after World Cup exit
Julian Nagelsmann has resigned as Germany manager following a shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay at the World Cup. Jurgen Klopp is the early favourite to succeed him, with Pep Guardiola and several other high-profile names also in contention.
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