3 h. ago Tommy Gravesen dons Celtic colours to slaughter Denmark boss who gets both barrels after Hampden 'disaster'

The ex Hoops midfielder did not mince his words on Denmark head coach Brian Riemer

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4 h. ago Craig Bellamy rubbishes 'nonsense' talk around Swansea City star

The Wales head coach stood up for his player after his excellent display in the demolition of North Macedonia at Cardiff City Stadium

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6 h. ago ‘An impossibility made possible’: how tiny Curaçao made World Cup history

Caribbean island team are the smallest to reach tournament after appointing wily coach and drawing on diasporaThe delay in Dick Advocaat becoming Curaçao’s head coach might have been ominous but instead was the foundation for glory. Frustrated by the national federation’s financial problems, he deferred starting until January 2024, when the issues were resolved and players paid, paving the way for a historic World Cup qualifying campaign.Curaçao will be the smallest nation – by land area and population – to play at the 2026 World Cup after their 0-0 draw in Jamaica on Wednesday. The Caribbean island has a population of 156,000, sinking the previous record holders Iceland, which has about 400,000 inhabitants. Last month Cape Verde were confirmed as surprise tournament debutants but the African nation is almost 10 times bigger by area than the former Dutch colony, indicating the level of achievement by Advocaat and his squad. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Ruben Amorim admits Manchester United 'far from perfect' as head coach defends tactics again

United take on Everton in first game back after international break

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8 h. ago Danny Rohl vows to eradicate Rangers 'old habits' as boss pulls back curtain on honest meeting room summit

The Rangers head coach admitted the squad held a major pow-wow after a recent game in which some home truths were said

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10 h. ago Steve McClaren resigns as Jamaica manager after failing to reach World Cup

Jamaica were expected to qualify automatically from their group

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12 h. ago Steve McClaren quits 'in tears' after Jamaica pipped to World Cup qualification by smallest ever nation

Former Man Utd coach took over Reggae Boyz 18 months ago

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12 h. ago Steve McClaren quits as Jamaica head coach with path to World Cup still open

Draw with Curaçao ends automatic qualification hopeHe says team need ‘new energy and different perspective’Steve McClaren has resigned as Jamaica’s head coach after a goalless draw with Curaçao ended the team’s hopes of automatic World Cup qualification and left them in March’s intercontinental playoffs.Jamaica needed a win but hit the woodwork three times in the second half as Curaçao became the smallest country by population to win a berth at the World Cup finals. McClaren’s side finished second in Group B of Concacaf qualifying despite being the favourites. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Steve McClaren quits 'in tears' after Jamaica's embarrassing World Cup failure

Steve McClaren has stepped down as Jamaica manager after they failed to qualify for the World Cup, with the former England boss left in tears

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15 h. ago Steve McClaren quits as Jamaica boss and 'left in tears' after qualifying embarrassment

Steve McClaren has stepped down as the manager of Jamaica following their failure to qualify for the World Cup - with his rival boss claiming the ex-England manager was left in tears.

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23 h. ago Wilson treble helps Wales thrash North Macedonia to boost World Cup dream

Wales saved their best until last, securing the best available berth in the World Cup playoffs with an emphatic demolition of North Macedonia that should worry any visitor to Cardiff next March. The performance and result understandably left Craig Bellamy reaching for superlatives.“I said to the players at the end, I am not a perfect person, I haven’t come across anyone who is,” said the Wales head coach. “But maybe I take a little bit of that back because that was as close to a perfect performance as I’ve seen. That was incredible.” He was not exaggerating. Continue reading...

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30 h. ago The tiny island nation one point from becoming the smallest country EVER to reach the World Cup

Most people hear 'Curacao' and think of the blue liqueur that brightens up cocktail menus around the world. But this tiny Caribbean Island is now shaking up something far more intoxicating.

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30 h. ago Former Rangers boss Philippe Clement named new head coach of EFL team in major surprise

Norwich City sacked Liam Manning during the international break after only 17 games at the helm, with the Canaries second bottom of the Championship

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34 h. ago Jude Bellingham warning issued with Thomas Tuchel's 'mind made up' on England star's future

England star Jude Bellingham been criticised for his response to being subbed by head coach Thomas Tuchel, with the midfielder told he might regret his reaction in the long-term

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41 h. ago Man Utd news: Bruno Fernandes sends Ruben Amorim message as midfield shakeup planned

Manchester United's Premier League clash against Everton is fast approaching as head coach Ruben Amorim endeavours to keep the Old Trafford side's unbeaten run going

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48 h. ago 5 takeaways from Falcons head coach Raheem Morris' press conference

5 takeaways from Falcons head coach Raheem Morris' press conference  Falcons Wire

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49 h. ago Falcons head coach provides update on Drake London's injury timetable

Falcons head coach provides update on Drake London's injury timetable  Falcons Wire

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51 h. ago Bazball faces its ultimate test as England eye golden Ashes chance

Tourists have a clearly defined identity and optimism, but still need to compete in a manner that earns Australia’s respectWhen Rob Key named Brendon McCullum as England’s head coach in 2022, his quote in the official press release told supporters to “buckle up and get ready for the ride”. Now, with this hot-ticket Ashes series a few days from setting off in sun‑drenched Perth, the mix of fear and excitement among them has arguably never been greater.The difference being that rollercoasters tend to stay on the rails, whereas England tours of Australia often career off them. No one is quite certain which way this one will play out, other than a broad agreement that Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood missing the first Test (at least) presents Ben Stokes and his tourists a golden opportunity. Continue reading...

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51 h. ago Tuchel knows perfection is an illusion but England have reasons to dream | David Hytner

The team’s qualifying record is impressive but not as important as their burgeoning confidence and momentum“Right now, I could say that everything played out perfectly,” Thomas Tuchel says, as he reflects on having led England through qualifying to the World Cup finals: phase one of the mission complete. It does not feel incongruous for the head coach to talk about perfection – partly because he is constantly chasing it and also because, well, the results have been perfect.When Tuchel’s team beat Albania 2-0 in Tirana on Sunday, it meant they topped their group with eight wins out of eight and with eight clean sheets. Never before has a European nation gone through World Cup qualification, playing at least six ties, without conceding. Spain will emulate them if they beat Turkey at home and keep a clean sheet in their sixth and final qualifier on Tuesday night. The only thing is that Tuchel knows perfection is unattainable – particularly in international football. Continue reading...

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54 h. ago Warren Gatland names most underrated Wales player who 'never got enough credit'

The former Wales head coach was asked who his "streets won't forget" Welsh rugby player was

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