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This week in Managers · updated Mon Sep 21 2026

Managerial pressure dominated the week in soccer. Celtic's Martin O'Neill faced mounting scrutiny after a second consecutive heavy defeat, this time to Ferencvaros, following a loss to Rangers, where Derek McInnes secured back-to-back Old Firm wins for the first time since 1986. Elsewhere, Manchester United's Michael Carrick shrugged off pressure after a historic EFL Cup collapse to Brighton, while Hibernian dismissed David Gray after six straight home league defeats. In contrast, stability was highlighted by Luis de la Fuente's contract extension with Spain through 2032, and Thomas Tuchel prepared to name his first England squad. Swansea's Vitor Matos also downplayed his team's strong start.

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Klopp seeks maiden Germany win as Greece visit Augsburg

Jürgen Klopp's first match as Germany coach ended in a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands after Cody Gakpo scored in stoppage time. Germany now hosts Greece in Augsburg on Sunday in Nations League Group A2. Injuries to Jamal …

Fri Sep 25 2026 · via Bundesliga
Matthäus backs Klopp to bring clarity and direction to Germany

Lothar Matthäus praised Jürgen Klopp's early communication, noting that players know where they stand under the new coach. The former Germany captain believes Klopp is the right man to lead the national team. Matthäus al…

Fri Sep 25 2026 · via Bundesliga
Germany debuts last Adidas kit in Nations League clash

Germany will wear a black shirt with gold stripes, the final Adidas-produced kit, in Thursday's Nations League match against the Netherlands. Adidas has supplied Germany's kits for 72 years, but Nike takes over from Janu…

Fri Sep 25 2026 · via Bundesliga
Gakpo's stoppage-time strike denies Klopp winning start with Germany

Germany led through Felix Nmecha's first-half goal but conceded a 92nd-minute equalizer to Cody Gakpo in Amsterdam. The result leaves both teams with a point in their Nations League Group A2 opener. Klopp praised his sid…

Fri Sep 25 2026 · via Bundesliga
Netherlands-Germany Nations League Match: Broadcast Info and Manager Debuts

The Nations League fixture between the Netherlands and Germany will feature new managers Jurgen Klopp and Xavi. The article provides TV channel, kick-off time, and streaming details for the clash.

Thu Sep 24 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Bradford Grant Preston Permission to Approach Manager Graham Alexander

Bradford City have reluctantly allowed Preston North End to speak to manager Graham Alexander about their vacant managerial position. Alexander, who has a strong history with Preston as a player and caretaker boss, is co…

Thu Sep 24 2026 · via BBC Sport
Hibs Name Reedijk as New Manager

Hibernian have appointed Marink Reedijk as manager, with chairman Ian Gordon citing his clarity and drive. The 35-year-old, formerly of Beveren, is considered an excellent fit for the club.

Thu Sep 24 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Hibernian Names Reedijk as New Head Coach

Hibernian has appointed Dutch manager Marink Reedijk as their new head coach. Reedijk, who previously led Belgian club Beveren, has pledged to develop a 'brave, intense and committed' team. He takes over with a clear vis…

Thu Sep 24 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Bellamy recalls Ronaldo's airport lockdown moment

Craig Bellamy described an incident during a pre-season trip with Burnley when Cristiano Ronaldo's arrival at Lisbon airport caused a security lockdown. Bellamy, now Wales manager, was struck by the scale of police prese…

Wed Sep 23 2026 · via BBC Sport
Pocognoli embraces nerves ahead of first Scotland match

Sebastien Pocognoli says he feels a positive kind of nervousness as he prepares to lead Scotland for the first time in a Nations League match against Slovenia. The Belgian, appointed in August, has selected a youthful sq…

Wed Sep 23 2026 · via BBC Sport
Manchester United's Financial Report Discloses Amorim Severance Package

Manchester United's latest financial results reveal the cost of dismissing manager Ruben Amorim, who was sacked in January after 14 months in charge. The pay-off amount has been disclosed in the club's financial statemen…

Wed Sep 23 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Klopp aims to revive Germany with positive message and fresh approach

Jurgen Klopp has begun his tenure as Germany head coach, calling for 'positive patriotism' and aiming to restore pride in the national team. He has been active visiting clubs and training facilities, and has selected a s…

Wed Sep 23 2026 · via BBC Sport
Matthäus reveals his preferred Germany lineup

Lothar Matthäus has shared his ideal starting eleven for the German national team. The former captain's selection may serve as advice for coach Jürgen Klopp. His choices reflect his views on current player form and tacti…

Wed Sep 23 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Leeds Under-21s Coach Praises Team After EFL Trophy Win

Leeds United Under-21s manager Scott Gardner lauded his squad's performance following a 4-3 victory over Barnsley in the EFL Trophy. The team received support from nearly 400 traveling fans. Gardner expressed pride in hi…

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Irish PM Slams Israel FA's 'Unacceptable' Attack on Hallgrimsson

Irish taoiseach Micheal Martin has described comments from the Israel Football Association about Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson as 'unacceptable' and called for them to be withdrawn. The Israel FA had ac…

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via BBC Sport
Celtic Chief Executive Vows Support for Under-Pressure O'Neill

Celtic chief executive Michael Nicholson has said the club will rally around manager Martin O'Neill following three consecutive defeats, including two against Rangers and a Europa League loss to Ferencvaros. O'Neill had …

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via BBC Sport
Arteta signs improved contract to stay at Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has agreed a new contract with Arsenal, extending his stay beyond the current season. The improved deal includes a significant pay rise from his previous £10m per year plus bonuses. Arteta led Arsenal to the…

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via BBC Sport
Freiburg defender Philipp Treu praises Jürgen Klopp's influence ahead of possible Germany call-up

SC Freiburg right-back Philipp Treu has expressed admiration for new Germany head coach Jürgen Klopp after joining the national team for the first time. The 25-year-old spoke about Klopp's aura and his excitement about a…

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Blackburn midfielder Montgomery earns first Scotland call-up

Kristi Montgomery has been added to Scotland's Nations League squad after Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean withdrew. The 22-year-old has started all eight Championship matches for Blackburn this season. He is one of sever…

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via BBC Sport
Scotland squad takes shape ahead of new coach's first match

Scotland's squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures has been affected by injuries to key players. New head coach Sebastien Pocognoli has called up several uncapped players. The team faces Slovenia in his first matc…

Tue Sep 22 2026 · via BBC Sport
Israeli football body hits back at Ireland manager's comments

The Israel Football Association criticized Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson for remarks about upcoming Nations League matches. Hallgrimsson had said his team is playing against genocide, not with it. The I…

Mon Sep 21 2026 · via BBC Sport
Spain Extends Coach Luis de la Fuente's Contract Through 2032

The Spanish Football Federation has officially extended Luis de la Fuente's contract as head coach of the national team through 2032. The agreement had been anticipated for weeks and is now confirmed.

Mon Sep 21 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Gibbs-White called up as Palmer withdraws from England squad

Cole Palmer is expected to withdraw from England's squad for the upcoming Nations League matches due to a minor injury, with Morgan Gibbs-White set to replace him. Palmer had been recalled by manager Thomas Tuchel after …

Mon Sep 21 2026 · via BBC Sport
Extended international break raises stakes for under-pressure Premier League bosses

Three EFL managers have already been dismissed this season, and several Premier League coaches are facing scrutiny during the new three-week international break. Manchester United's Michael Carrick and Tottenham's Robert…

Mon Sep 21 2026 · via BBC Sport
Wales bolster backroom with ex-skipper Williams

Wales have added former captain Ashley Williams and Alan Sheehan to Craig Bellamy's coaching staff ahead of Nations League matches against Portugal, Denmark and Norway. Bellamy praised Williams as the team's greatest mod…

Mon Sep 21 2026 · via BBC Sport
Cardiff owner reaches 1,000-day absence from matches

Cardiff City owner Vincent Tan has now gone 1,000 days without attending a match, according to BBC Sport Wales. His stewardship has been controversial, with ongoing criticism from fans and observers.

Mon Sep 21 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Rangers secure second consecutive Old Firm victory as Celtic's woes deepen

Rangers beat Celtic 1-0 at Celtic Park, giving manager Derek McInnes back-to-back wins over their rivals for the first time since 1986. Celtic manager Martin O'Neill faces mounting problems, with his team outplayed and o…

Sun Sep 20 2026 · via BBC Sport
Swansea's strong start under Matos builds optimism

Swansea City top the Championship after eight league games, with coach Vitor Matos downplaying the position but acknowledging the positive feeling. The team's consistent performances have raised hopes of ending a run of …

Sun Sep 20 2026 · via BBC Sport
Spitting allegation mars West Ham's comeback draw at Millwall

West Ham came from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Millwall, but the match was overshadowed by an allegation that forward Taty Castellanos spat at goalkeeper Filip Marschall. Millwall reportedly lodged a complaint with off…

Sat Sep 19 2026 · via BBC Sport
Hyam Left Frustrated by Scotland Snub

Dom Hyam expressed disappointment at being omitted from Scotland's Nations League squad. He has not yet spoken with new manager Sebastien Pocognoli about the decision. The Wrexham defender hopes to earn a future call-up.

Fri Sep 18 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Man Utd boss Olid shrugs off criticism after winless start

Manchester United Women's manager Eva Olid says criticism after two opening WSL defeats is normal and part of the job. She is implementing a new possession-based style but the team has struggled. Olid remains confident i…

Fri Sep 18 2026 · via BBC Sport
Celtic's woes continue as O'Neill faces mounting pressure after another heavy defeat

Celtic suffered a second consecutive heavy defeat, losing to Ferencvaros in their Europa League opener after a humbling at Ibrox. The performance was criticised for a lack of intensity, poor defending, and disjointed pla…

Fri Sep 18 2026 · via BBC Sport
Welsh FA defends Bellamy's Burnley discussions amid succession planning

Football Association of Wales chief football officer David Adams has backed Craig Bellamy's decision to hold talks with Burnley over the summer, saying the Wales manager was transparent about his ambitions. Bellamy, whos…

Fri Sep 18 2026 · via BBC Sport
Tuchel to name first England squad after World Cup, with several players in contention

Thomas Tuchel will announce his first England squad since the World Cup on Friday, with players like Rio Ngumoha and Lewis Hall in the provisional list. The squad faces four games in 11 days, and there are questions abou…

Thu Sep 17 2026 · via BBC Sport
Carrick shrugs off pressure after United's cup collapse

Manchester United squandered a two-goal lead at home to Brighton, losing in the EFL Cup third round, marking their first such defeat in 50 years. Manager Michael Carrick insisted he is not feeling pressure despite a poor…

Thu Sep 17 2026 · via BBC Sport
Spain coach De la Fuente signs new deal through 2032

Luis de la Fuente has agreed a contract extension with Spain that will keep him as head coach until 2032, extending his tenure to a decade. The 65-year-old, who led Spain to Euro 2024 and the 2026 World Cup, will now gui…

Wed Sep 16 2026 · via BBC Sport
Hibernian dismiss David Gray after poor league form

Hibernian have parted ways with head coach David Gray following a run of six consecutive home league defeats that left the club ninth in the Scottish Premiership. Gray, who had been in charge for over two seasons, previo…

Wed Sep 16 2026 · via BBC Sport
Saudi club punished for abusive chants aimed at Neves over Jota's death

Al-Taawoun have been ordered to play two home league matches behind closed doors and fined £20,000 after fans taunted Al-Hilal's Ruben Neves about the death of Diogo Jota. Neves, a close friend of Jota, was targeted duri…

Wed Sep 16 2026 · via BBC Sport
Hibernian part ways with manager David Gray after poor start to season

Hibernian have dismissed head coach David Gray after just six Scottish Premiership matches, following a 1-0 home defeat to Kilmarnock. Gray, who had been at the club for 12 years, famously scored the winning goal in the …

Wed Sep 16 2026 · via BBC Sport
Cliftonville boss Magilton stays put despite Glentoran approach

Jim Magilton has decided to remain as Cliftonville manager after Glentoran made a formal approach for him. He led the club to Irish Cup and BetMcLean Cup success during his tenure. Glentoran continue their search for a r…

Wed Sep 16 2026 · via BBC Sport
O'Neill insists Northern Ireland selections are based purely on merit

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill said he never considers FIFA eligibility rules when choosing his squad, emphasizing that players are selected on merit alone. He was responding to questions about Arsenal teenager…

Wed Sep 16 2026 · via BBC Sport
Andrews: VAR has taken decision-making away from referees

Brentford head coach Keith Andrews argued that VAR has stopped referees from making decisions, following his team's 2-1 Carabao Cup win over Reading. He referenced a recent officiating error in the Manchester derby and s…

Tue Sep 15 2026 · via BBC Sport
Hibs boss Gray insists he will continue despite mounting pressure

Hibernian head coach David Gray said he will keep working to reverse the team's poor form after a 1-0 home defeat to Kilmarnock, their sixth consecutive league loss at Easter Road. Gray acknowledged the result was unacce…

Tue Sep 15 2026 · via BBC Sport
Pocognoli names bold Scotland squad with seven uncapped players

New Scotland manager Sebastien Pocognoli selected seven uncapped players in his first squad. The 28-man list features a refreshed defence and an exciting attack. Scotland will face Slovenia in a Nations League opener on …

Tue Sep 15 2026 · via BBC Sport
O'Neill criticizes international eligibility rules as unfair to young players

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has spoken out against international eligibility rules, saying they put undue pressure on young players to make irreversible decisions. He cited the case of Arsenal teenager Ceada…

Tue Sep 15 2026 · via BBC Sport
Bellamy reveals reasons for turning down Burnley

Craig Bellamy has clarified why he chose to remain as Wales manager instead of joining Burnley during the summer. He explained his decision after a period of speculation about his future.

Tue Sep 15 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Maresca impresses early in Manchester City tenure

Enzo Maresca has won all five of his opening matches as Manchester City manager, including a 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite playing with 10 men. His calm demeanor and tactical adjustments have drawn praise, c…

Tue Sep 15 2026 · via BBC Sport
Pocognoli names first Scotland squad with Graham and Ure included

Stoke City defender Luke Graham and Sevilla striker Robbie Ure are set to receive their first Scotland call-ups under new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli. Graham impressed at Dundee last season, while Ure moved to Sevilla…

Mon Sep 14 2026 · via BBC Sport
Glentoran begin search for new boss after Devine exit

Glentoran are seeking a new manager just six games into the Irish Premiership season following Declan Devine's departure. Former Larne and Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch is an early favourite, while Rodney McAree, who pre…

Mon Sep 14 2026 · via BBC Sport
Glentoran and Devine agree to end managerial tenure

Declan Devine has left Glentoran by mutual consent after a poor start to the Irish Premiership season. The club sits eighth with seven points from six games, and fans booed after a 1-1 draw with Bangor. Devine guided the…

Mon Sep 14 2026 · via BBC Sport
Neil's two goals power Rangers past Celtic in League Cup semi-final

Dan Neil scored twice as Rangers defeated Celtic 3-0 to reach the Premier Sports Cup semi-finals. Former Rangers player Peter Lovenkrands compared Neil's midfield control to that of Barry Ferguson. Manager Derek McInnes …

Mon Sep 14 2026 · via BBC Sport
Man United Women's Manager Calls for Improvement After Opening Defeat

Manchester United Women lost their opening match 2-1 to London City Lionesses. Manager Eva Olid discussed what the team must improve. She emphasized the need for a better performance going forward.

Mon Sep 14 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Celtic's lineup choices questioned after Rangers cup loss

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill faced criticism for his team selection after a 3-0 defeat to Rangers in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final. Sebastian Tounekti, who started on the wing, struggled and was substituted at ha…

Sun Sep 13 2026 · via BBC Sport
Rangers Dominate Celtic 3-0 in Old Firm Derby

Rangers secured a 3-0 victory over Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final, with Dan Neil scoring twice and Kevin Kelsy adding another. The win gives Rangers an early-season statement in the rivalry.

Sun Sep 13 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Burnley women's manager Bachteler returns after sepsis battle

Burnley women's team manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout for the first time on Sunday, nine months after being diagnosed with sepsis. The 37-year-old was rushed to hospital in December 2025 and feared for her …

Sun Sep 13 2026 · via BBC Sport
De Zerbi Confronts Tel After Tottenham Stalemate

After Tottenham's goalless draw with Everton, manager Roberto De Zerbi confronted Mathys Tel in a notable incident. The article also touches on Kylian Mbappé's new goal celebration.

Sun Sep 13 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Liverpool Honors Late Manager with Permanent Tributes

Liverpool have installed memorials at their training ground and outside Anfield for former women's team manager Matt Beard. The tributes commemorate his contributions to the club. Beard passed away previously.

Fri Sep 11 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL
Police address Celtic squad ahead of Rangers cup tie

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill revealed that Police Scotland visited the squad on Friday for a 15-minute meeting about their conduct ahead of Sunday's Premier Sport Cup quarter-final against Rangers. The visit follows rec…

Fri Sep 11 2026 · via BBC Sport
Arteta reveals unusual training methods to handle travel disruptions

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he deliberately alters travel and training routines in pre-season so players are ready for disruptions. His comments followed a delayed flight to Italy for a Champions League match again…

Fri Sep 11 2026 · via BBC Sport
Fenerbahce boss skips practice after resignation rejected

Ismail Kartal did not show up for Friday's training session after announcing his resignation following a 1-1 draw with Roma in the Champions League. The club has refused to accept his resignation, but he has vowed to ste…

Fri Sep 11 2026 · via Yahoo Sports NFL