Managers & contracts
Manager moves, contracts and dugout news.
Thursday, 14 May 2026
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Crystal Palace pair Mateta and Lacroix make France World Cup squad
Jean-Philippe Mateta and Maxence Lacroix have earned France World Cup squad places after strong Crystal Palace seasons.
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Danny Rohl under pressure after Rangers' fourth defeat in a row
Danny Rohl is under pressure after Rangers' fourth straight Premiership defeat, while James Tavernier's Ibrox farewell turns into a dispute.
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Fantasy Premier League differential picks for the final run-in
Wes Prickett backs four low-ownership Fantasy Premier League picks for the final two Gameweeks, led by Jordan Pickford, Mavropanos and Gyokeres.
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RB Leipzig reflect on record wins and Diomande
Ole Werner says Yan Diomande's consistency has been extraordinary in his first full pro season as RB Leipzig reflect on 20 wins, third place and Klopp's help.
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Michael Carrick Manager of the Season nomination is built on results
Michael Carrick's Manager of the Season nomination is backed by 15 games, a 66.7% win rate and 33 points since 13 January.
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Liverpool contact over Xabi Alonso puts Slot under fresh scrutiny
Liverpool have contacted Real Madrid about Xabi Alonso as doubts over Arne Slot grow after a fourth-place league finish and early cup exits.
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Harvey Elliott set for Liverpool return after quiet Aston Villa loan
Arne Slot says Harvey Elliott will be back at Liverpool next season after only four Premier League appearances on loan at Aston Villa.
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Louie Barry’s Wembley return is the story, not just Stockport’s win
Louie Barry scored in Stockport County’s 2-0 win over Stevenage and is now set for two Wembley trips this season after a nine-loan career path.
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Norway World Cup preview built on a perfect qualifying run
Norway arrive at the 2026 World Cup as dark horses after a perfect qualifying campaign, 37 goals, and Erling Haaland's 16-goal surge.
Wednesday, 13 May 2026
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Bundesliga final day Champions League race: Stuttgart, Hoffenheim and Leverkusen face the pressure test
Stuttgart and Hoffenheim are level on 61 points, Leverkusen are three back, and the Bundesliga final day decides who gets fourth.
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Yan Diomande on Chelsea and Real Madrid interest, and why Leipzig are listening
Yan Diomande says Chelsea and Real Madrid talk makes him happy and motivated, while RB Leipzig value him at £80m after 12 goals and 7 assists.
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West Ham survival battle: Bowen and Soucek give Pearce belief
Stuart Pearce has backed Jarrod Bowen and Tomas Soucek to lead West Ham's survival push, with the Hammers still in the relegation fight after Arsenal.
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Tottenham injury update: Kulusevski doubts grow and Richarlison’s absence is explained
Kulusevski has been out since May 2025 and De Zerbi says a World Cup return looks hard. Richarlison missed training only because of fatigue.
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Daniel Levy on Tottenham's relegation battle
Daniel Levy said he never imagined Tottenham would be in a relegation battle and insisted his focus is on keeping Spurs in the Premier League.
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Haiti v Scotland: Edouard still only a possibility
Jerome Salbert says Odsonne Edouard is still only a possibility for Haiti as they build a World Cup squad around diaspora talent before Scotland.
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Paraguay World Cup 2026 squad has veteran spine and youth upside
Paraguay's 2026 World Cup squad blends Gustavo Gomez, Roberto Fernandez and youth talent. Alderete and Enciso give it real upside.
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Uruguay World Cup 2026: Valverde leads Bielsa's plans
Federico Valverde has 20 goal involvements in 42 appearances, while Rodrigo Bentancur's hamstring injury leaves Marcelo Bielsa waiting on fitness.
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Jamie Carragher joins Marine FC as adviser
Jamie Carragher has joined Marine FC as an adviser, with the non-league club planning a new ground and looking to build on recent progress.
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Joe Gomez Liverpool future uncertain as contract clock ticks down
Joe Gomez says his Liverpool future is open as he enters the final 12 months of his contract. He has made just six Premier League starts this season.
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Bundesliga breakout stars of 2025/26 led by Vušković, Diomande and El Mala
Bundesliga breakout stars Luka Vušković, Yan Diomande and Saïd El Mala posted standout 2025/26 numbers across defence and attack.
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Steven Gerrard on the night Liverpool almost lost him
Steven Gerrard says he nearly left Liverpool just six weeks after Istanbul, before changing his mind overnight. The BBC feature also revisits Benitez.
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Real Betis one step back into the Champions League
Real Betis beat Elche 2-1 to confirm fifth place and a Champions League return after 21 years, with Cucho Hernández and Pablo Fornals scoring.
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Florentino Pérez turns Real Madrid crisis into an election battle
Florentino Pérez turned a chaotic Real Madrid press conference into an election battle, denying illness and attacking journalists.
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
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PSG vs Arsenal: Luis Enrique is already studying the final
Luis Enrique is already tailoring PSG's Arsenal preparation, from rugby-shield training drills to skipping awards night, while Dembele's Player of the
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Craig Bellamy expected to stay with Wales despite Burnley interest
Wales are confident Craig Bellamy will stay despite Burnley interest, with a £700,000 release clause and Euro 2028 in the picture.
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Casemiro backs Bale over Ronaldo and praises Bruno Fernandes’s passing
Casemiro says Gareth Bale was his most complete teammate and backs Bruno Fernandes for 124 chances, 30 big chances and 19 assists.
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Pep Guardiola shuts down Arsenal question and refocuses on Crystal Palace
Pep Guardiola refused to discuss Arsenal’s West Ham controversy, steering the conversation back to Crystal Palace and City’s title chase.
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Hansi Flick's Barcelona deal and the 100-point finish
Hansi Flick says Barcelona is the right place for him and targets 100 points after extending through 2028, with 91 points already banked.
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Tottenham vs West Ham relegation battle
Tottenham lead West Ham 37 points to 36 in the Premier League relegation battle, with Chelsea and Newcastle looming in the next round.
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Xabi Alonso Chelsea move would be a huge risk, says Glen Johnson
Glen Johnson says Chelsea is the hottest seat in world football as Xabi Alonso is linked with the job. Jamie Carragher calls it a coup.