Manchester United senior officials met on Tuesday to discuss Erik ten Hag’s future, but no final decision was reached, according to The UK Guardian. The meeting, led by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, took place at the INEOS headquarters. Also present were new chief executive Omar Berrada, recently appointed sporting director Dan Ashworth, and technical director Jason Wilcox. This meeting followed United’s goalless draw against Aston Villa on Sunday, which extended their winless streak to five matches across all competitions and intensified pressure on Ten Hag. While no major decisions were made, the Dutchman’s position remains uncertain as United grapples with…
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According to Football.London, former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has emerged as a strong candidate to take over as head coach at Manchester United. With Erik ten Hag struggling at the start of the season, the club’s leadership is contemplating a managerial change. Tuchel, who has been out of management since departing Bayern Munich in May, is reportedly in the running to replace Ten Hag, with important meetings expected soon. This potential shift could have ramifications not only for Manchester United but also for rivals such as Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur. Tuchel has been on United’s radar for some time.…
Manchester United have had a dismal start to the season, and one of their summer signings may already be considering an exit. With Erik ten Hag facing considerable pressure, the situation at the club is tense. The Red Devils have been linked with high-profile managers due to their recent poor performances, and Ten Hag has acknowledged ongoing discussions with the club regarding his future. Reports indicate that the dressing room is divided, with many players believing that a coaching change could happen sooner rather than later.
Victor Boniface matched Austin Jay-Jay Okocha’s Bundesliga record following a standout performance in Bayer Leverkusen’s 2-2 draw against Holstein Kiel on Saturday afternoon. Despite the disappointing result for Xabi Alonso’s side, Boniface made headlines by scoring the opener in the fourth minute. He could have secured a winner later in the match, but his goal was disallowed by VAR. This match marked Boniface’s fourth league goal of the season, coming just days after he netted his first Champions League goal. More significantly, his latest strike brought his total to 18 goals in the Bundesliga, equaling Okocha’s tally in the competition.…
Manchester United is exploring the possibility of bringing in Thomas Tuchel as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag. Tuchel was a candidate to replace Ten Hag during the summer and remains available after leaving Bayern Munich at the end of last season. While United is also considering other candidates currently associated with clubs, Tuchel’s immediate availability makes him an appealing option. United officials are scheduled to meet in London on Tuesday, and Ten Hag is expected to have discussions with the club in the coming days. When questioned about his future after the goalless draw with Aston Villa, Ten…
Only a few months after private discussions with Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Manchester United is considering appointing Thomas Tuchel as their new manager. Tuchel emerged as a leading candidate for the Red Devils during the summer when it appeared Erik ten Hag might depart. However, Ratcliffe and his group ultimately decided to retain the Dutchman. Following the club’s historically poor start to the Premier League season, Ten Hag’s position is once again under scrutiny, with reports from the Manchester Evening News indicating Tuchel is being viewed as a potential successor. While United is exploring other options, Tuchel’s current availability makes him…
The Confederation of African Football has appointed Nigerian referee Joseph Ogabor to officiate the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Tunisia and Comoros on matchday three. Ogabor, an experienced FIFA-badged referee, is also a lecturer at the University of Calabar. He will be joined by fellow Nigerians Samuel Pwadutakam as the first assistant referee and Abdulmajeed Usman Olaide as the second assistant referee. Additionally, Basheer Salisu will serve as the fourth official, while Fatou Gaye from Senegal will act as the referee assessor. The match is scheduled to take place at the Stade Olympique in Tunis on Friday.
Manchester United’s efforts to replace under-pressure manager Erik ten Hag have hit a setback, as Inter Milan’s title-winning coach, Simone Inzaghi, has reportedly declined an offer from the Red Devils. United’s poor start to the season, currently sitting 13th in the Premier League and 21st in the UEFA Europa League, has increased scrutiny on Ten Hag. The club’s leadership has been exploring potential replacements, with Inzaghi being a top candidate due to his impressive achievements. Inzaghi, who has won a Serie A title and two Coppa Italia trophies with Inter Milan, was seen as a strong option. However, the Italian…
Lukaku, who joined Roma on loan from Chelsea, has enjoyed a resurgence in Italy after a difficult spell in England. Godeas believes that the Belgian striker would thrive even more under Conte’s management, especially given their successful partnership during their time together at Inter Milan. “Romelu Lukaku is a more complete striker than Victor Osimhen, especially if coached by Antonio Conte,” Godeas told Italian media outlet Calciomercato. “Osimhen is talented, but Lukaku has proven his quality under Conte, and I think he would fit perfectly into the Napoli system with Conte in charge.” Osimhen, Napoli’s star striker, has been instrumental…
Super Eagles interim head coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has defended his decision to include the out-of-form Kelechi Iheanacho in the squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Libya. Iheanacho has yet to score for either club or country this year but remains a key part of Eguavoen’s plans, despite the impressive form of Nigerian forwards like Cyriel Dessers and Tolu Arokodare. Dessers is Rangers’ top scorer with seven goals this season, while Arokodare has netted six times for Belgian side Genk. Explaining his decision, Eguavoen said, “I decided to include Kelechi Iheanacho of Seville when it became clear…
Fiorentina recently faced AC Milan in an entertaining Serie A match that featured a thrilling three-goal contest. One of the standout performers was former Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, who made a significant impact in his efforts to secure all three points for his team. De Gea saved two penalties during the match—one from Theo Hernandez and another from Tammy Abraham—helping Fiorentina clinch victory and earning praise for his performance. Following the match, De Gea celebrated on social media, reflecting on his journey. He wrote, “Started in Spain, made in Manchester, loving it in Italy,” which garnered widespread reactions…
LeBron James and his eldest son, Bronny James, made NBA history on Sunday by appearing together for the first time as teammates with the Los Angeles Lakers. The much-anticipated moment occurred during the Lakers’ 118-114 preseason loss to the Phoenix Suns in Palm Desert, California. The father-son duo shared the court at the start of the second quarter. LeBron impressed with 19 points in just over 16 minutes before sitting out the second half, while Bronny, who celebrated his 20th birthday that day, played 13 minutes but struggled, going scoreless and attempting only one shot. Reflecting on the experience, LeBron,…
Manchester City has won its legal dispute with the Premier League concerning the Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules. An Arbitral Tribunal ruled that several aspects of the Premier League’s enforcement of APT regulations were unlawful. City confirmed the victory in a statement on Monday, expressing gratitude to the tribunal members and welcoming the findings. “The club has succeeded with its claim: the Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules have been found to be unlawful, and the Premier League’s decisions on two specific MCFC sponsorship transactions have been set aside,” the statement read. The tribunal determined that both the original and amended…
Jose Peseiro has clarified why he remains without a coaching position months after leaving his role as head coach of the Super Eagles. Peseiro stepped down in February when his contract expired, having led the Super Eagles to a second-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire. The former Saudi Arabia and Venezuela coach indicated that he is still searching for the right opportunity. “Honestly, I don’t see myself coaching another team in Portugal, even though there are projects that interest me,” Peseiro told Portuguese news outlet Ojogo. “So far, it hasn’t materialized. I have received…
Mikel Arteta has shared details of his post-match conversation with Aaron Ramsdale, revealing that he wished the former Arsenal goalkeeper “all the best.” Ramsdale made his first return to the Emirates Stadium since his summer move to Southampton and received an emotional welcome from the Arsenal fans, which brought him to tears. The goalkeeper, who made 89 appearances for the Gunners, also had a warm exchange with Arteta after Arsenal’s 3-1 victory, with the manager stopping to speak with him after the final whistle. In his post-match comments, Arteta said: “I wished him all the best and congratulated him on…
Barcelona have been dealt another injury setback after Ferran Torres was forced off just six minutes into their 3-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves on Sunday. The former Manchester City winger appeared to suffer a hamstring injury and was replaced by Eric Garcia. Despite Torres’ early exit, Barcelona maintained their dominance, with Robert Lewandowski netting a first-half hat-trick to secure the win. The result keeps Barca three points clear at the top of La Liga, but the team now faces another injury concern, with several key players already sidelined. In his post-match press conference, manager Hansi Flick expressed concern: “We don’t…
Real Madrid have confirmed that Vinicius Junior sustained a “cervical injury” during their victory over Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Brazilian star was in top form on Saturday, scoring a spectacular goal from 25 yards out to secure all three points for Los Blancos. However, just six minutes after his goal, Vinicius was forced to leave the field due to an injury and was replaced by Arda Güler for the final 11 minutes of the match. Madrid later issued a statement confirming Vinicius’ cervical injury, stating: “Following tests carried out on our player Vinicius Junior, he has been diagnosed…
Chelsea will be missing Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana for their upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool. Both players received their fifth yellow cards of the season during the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest, resulting in an automatic one-match suspension. The match at Stamford Bridge featured a 20-man brawl, during which James Ward-Prowse was sent off for Nottingham Forest, and six Chelsea players received yellow cards. Additionally, Chelsea may face a £25,000 fine for failing to control their players.
Manchester United assistant coach Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly having doubts about potentially replacing Erik ten Hag in the Premier League, according to Goal. Van Nistelrooy is considered the frontrunner to take over from his fellow Dutchman, who is currently under significant pressure. Despite being a leading candidate, Van Nistelrooy has reservations about stepping into the role. Ten Hag brought the former PSV manager on board this summer as part of his revamped coaching staff. However, following the Red Devils’ loss in three of their first six Premier League matches, Van Nistelrooy’s name has surfaced as a possible replacement. Reports…
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has withdrawn from Germany’s squad for their upcoming Nations League matches in October due to a knee injury. Havertz has been in excellent form at the start of the 2024/25 season, playing a key role in Arsenal’s strong performances in both the Premier League and Champions League. The former Chelsea attacker scored his fourth goal in as many games during Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Southampton at the Emirates, bringing his tally to six goals in all competitions this season. However, his injury will be a concern for manager Mikel Arteta, with Arsenal’s title push set to…