Michael Edwards has resigned as chief executive of football for Fenway Sports Group (FSG), Liverpool's owner. His departure is linked to FSG abandoning plans to acquire a second club, a key part of Edwards' broader remit. FSG confirmed his exit on Friday, with Edwards having informed them of his intention to step down in autumn 2025.
The US men's soccer program faces a critical period with multiple tournaments leading up to the 2030 World Cup. Key events include the Concacaf Nations League, Gold Cup, Copa América, and the LA Olympics, all serving as opportunities to develop talent, test strategies, and build momentum.
Former world champion Lizzie Deignan has been appointed as a sporting director for Great Britain's cycling team, focusing on supporting the road squad through to the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Deignan, a 2012 Olympic silver medalist and 2015 world champion, expressed excitement about working with the team and helping riders achieve maximum performance.
Former Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner's reinstatement is pending completion of league-ordered restorative practices training. Tanner was suspended by MLS following investigations into alleged misconduct, including racist, sexist, and homophobic behavior.
RB Leipzig's sporting director, Marcel Schäfer, stated that contract extension negotiations with coach Marco Rose are expected to take longer. Rose's current contract runs until 2027, and while Schäfer previously indicated a desire for swift renewal, he now suggests a more thorough analysis of the season and future plans is needed. The club is reportedly facing doubts from investor Red Bull regarding Rose's position.
Andoni Iraola is close to agreeing a deal to become Liverpool's new head coach, succeeding Arne Slot. The former Bournemouth manager is expected to sign a two-year contract and bring his backroom staff with him. Ibrahima Konaté is also reportedly set to join Real Madrid on a free transfer.
Liverpool has appointed Andoni Iraola as their new head coach. Known for his brave, proactive, and attacking style at Bournemouth, Iraola faces the challenge of restoring Liverpool's swagger after a meek title defense.
Liverpool has appointed Andoni Iraola as their new manager, drawn by his "bravery" and proactive, attacking style. After a tough start, Iraola transformed Bournemouth into a record-breaking, entertaining team, qualifying for Europe for the first time. He is tasked with restoring Liverpool's swagger after a meek title defense.
Liverpool are set to hold formal talks with Andoni Iraola this week to fill their managerial vacancy, aiming to appoint a successor before the World Cup begins on June 11. Iraola, formerly of Bournemouth, is the frontrunner, with Stuttgart's Sebastian Hoeness and Lens' Pierre Sage also considered.
AC Milan is undergoing a major overhaul after failing to qualify for the Champions League. Coach Massimiliano Allegri, Sporting Director Igli Tare, CEO Giorgio Furlani, and Technical Director Geoffrey Moncada have all been dismissed following a disappointing final matchday loss.
AC Milan announced the departure of CEO Giorgio Furlani, Sporting Director Ighli Tare, and coach Massimiliano Allegri following their fifth-place finish in Serie A, missing out on a Champions League spot. The club will compete in the Europa League next season.
The eggheads can argue the head coach is merely an interchangeable cog in a team’s fortunes – but emotion counts in an ever-changing game Your manager has fallen out with the sporting director and results have gone awry, so you replace him. Easily done, it happens. But then it turns out that the new manager could not be more ill-suited to the squad, results go awry and so you replace him.A bad leader would hesitate and hope things worked out, but you are ruthless and decisive and turn to a manager who was once a youth player at the club and has some anecdotes about the old days. But it turns out some people think his methods are old‑fashioned and results go awry, so you replace him. Continue reading...
Bill Foley – who also owns Bournemouth – thinks he can do better than Olivier Pantaloni but he may prove mistakenBy Get French Football News“Why can’t we beat everyone?” asked Lorient owner Bill Foley earlier this month. It’s not the kind of fighting talk you are accustomed to hearing from a newly promoted side but, given that they have already beaten Lens, Lyon, Monaco, Rennes, and now Marseille at home, it is justified.Lorient toyed with Marseille during their 2-0 win on Saturday, eliciting “olés” from the crowd as they knocked the ball around. The fans at the Stade du Moustoir are used to being treated. Lorient have lost just twice at home in the last two seasons. Not even Paris Saint-Germain took all three points when they visited earlier in the campaign. Marseille’s sporting director, Medhi Benatia, launched into a tirade after the match, denouncing his players’ performances as a “scandal”, but he should have shown more respect for opponents who have defied the odds this season. Continue reading...
