Tactics & Managers
Formations, coaching changes, tactical breakdowns and squad building
Carrick Expects to Lead Manchester United Against Roma After Ninth Winless Game
Michael Carrick says he expects to face Roma in midweek as United’s winless run reaches nine games, with two more matches reportedly to change course.
Marcus Neill Scores on Morecambe Full Debut in 2-0 Win
The 18-year-old Sunderland loanee scored five minutes into his first start as Morecambe extended their home winning run to seven games.
Troyes Coach Cites Recurring Goalkeeping Issue in Patrick Beach’s Bench Move
Stephane Dumont says Troyes needed a change after recurring problems in goal, while cautioning that one clean sheet won’t prove consistency.
Norwich Tracks Mohamed Toure’s Shoulder Rehab in Australia Ahead of January Return
Mohamed Toure is recovering in Adelaide under Norwich’s daily monitoring, with the club targeting a return around late December or early January.
Kobbie Mainoo Returns to Training Ahead of Manchester United’s Chelsea Match
Kobbie Mainoo is back in training and could face Chelsea after missing four games. His return offers Michael Carrick a midfield option amid United’s winless run.
Thomas Waddingham Ends 637-Day Goal Drought After Injury-Hit Portsmouth Spell
After two surgeries and just 14 Portsmouth appearances, Thomas Waddingham scored a late winner against Millwall and is focused on staying fit.
Erbil Awarded 3-0 Win After Al-Ettifaq Skips Gulf Champions League Match
Al-Ettifaq stayed in Saudi Arabia after its postponement request was rejected, leaving Erbil to take the field and claim a 3-0 win.
Mark Schwarzer on Jose Mourinho’s Chelsea Training Demands and the Promise He Couldn’t Keep
Mark Schwarzer recalls Mourinho’s precise, high intensity Chelsea sessions, a promise of more playing time, and the blunt criticism that shaped the club’s culture.
Bailey Wright on Singapore, the Socceroos and the A-League’s need for growth
Bailey Wright remains open to a Socceroos return, has found a home in Singapore and wants more historic clubs in the A-League.
Hayden Matthews Still Waiting for Bradford City League One Debut
Bradford coach Michael Duff says young players must earn his trust as Socceroo Hayden Matthews waits for a league appearance.
Nestory Irankunda Shines as Sporting CP Pressure Mounts on Rui Borges
Irankunda earns a team-best rating in Sporting’s 2-1 defeat, while the loss intensifies scrutiny of coach Rui Borges.
Ante Milicic Leaves China Women’s Team Eight Months Before 2027 World Cup
Milicic departs after guiding China to World Cup qualification, with a record of 10 wins in 21 matches as head coach.
Harry Souttar anchors Leicester’s 4-0 win as Foxes climb League One table
Souttar made 15 clearances in Leicester’s 4-0 victory at Bromley, helping the Foxes secure back-to-back wins and ease pressure on Russell Martin.
Peter Cklamovski’s Salford City Extend League Two Winning Run to Six
Salford beat Bristol Rovers 2-1 to move four points clear in League Two, extending Peter Cklamovski’s unbeaten league run to nine games.
Daniel Bennie’s Dundee United Form Puts Australia and Scotland in Contention
Dundee United winger Daniel Bennie is on both nations’ radar, with his Scottish Premiership loan raising his profile as he weighs his international options.
Josip Šimunić Warns Croatia Over Noa Skoko’s International Future
Rudes president Josip Šimunić says Australia is interested in Noa Skoko, a Croatian youth international whose father starred for the Socceroos.
Jesse Marsch Jabs at Leeds Fan With Marcelo Bielsa Ranking After Man Utd Draw
Jesse Marsch invoked Marcelo Bielsa in a playful swipe at a Leeds fan, while praising Daniel Farke’s side for its draw with Manchester United.
Duncan Ferguson Says Everton Should Have Kept Dominic Calvert-Lewin
After Calvert-Lewin scored for Leeds against Manchester United, former Everton manager Duncan Ferguson argued the club should have done more to keep him.
John Aloisi’s Chengdu Rongcheng Needs One Point to Seal Chinese Super League Title
After two straight defeats, Chengdu remains six points clear and needs one point from its final two matches to claim a first Chinese Super League crown.
Noah Botic Nears Austria Vienna Return After Serious Ankle Injury
Noah Botic is gradually returning to team training after a serious ankle injury ended his season, with Austria Vienna expecting him back in contention soon.