In a significant development for English football, the Football Association (FA) has confirmed the appointment of Thomas Tuchel as the new head coach of the national team. This decision, announced on Wednesday, marks a crucial turning point for a team that recently faced disappointment after losing to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Tuchel, who
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In a groundbreaking move that signifies a potential turning point for professional football, European football authorities and the global players’ union, FIFPRO, have united in their opposition to FIFA’s authority over the international football calendar. The collaboration, which culminated in the filing of an antitrust lawsuit with the European Commission in Brussels, has drawn attention
As speculation swirls around Pep Guardiola’s future, the esteemed manager finds himself at a critical juncture in his career with Manchester City. With a contract that extends to June 2025, Guardiola has not only built an empire at the Etihad Stadium but also cultivated relationships that may influence his next steps. However, recent developments, including
In a world where managerial tenures are often fleeting, Japan’s national football team stands out under the consistent guidance of Hajime Moriyasu. Since taking the reins in 2018, Moriyasu has navigated the complexities of international football, leading his squad through multiple FIFA World Cup cycles with notable success. This resilience is particularly striking when you
As the United States gears up to co-host the 2026 World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico, there’s a palpable sense of expectation and responsibility among players, coaches, and fans alike. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino, tasked with guiding the U.S. men’s national soccer team to success, has voiced what many are feeling: the weight of this
In a significant move poised to challenge the governance of soccer, European Leagues, the FIFPRO players’ union, and Spain’s LaLiga have announced their intention to file a complaint with the European Union (EU) against FIFA regarding the increasingly congested soccer calendar. With elite clubs increasingly vocal about the adverse effects of this scheduling expansion, concerns
Former England manager Gareth Southgate is making headlines for his decision to step away from coaching for at least a year. This announcement comes amid intense speculation linking him to Manchester United, particularly if current manager Erik ten Hag faces dismissal. Southgate, who led the Three Lions to the finals of the European Championship where
Johan Neeskens, a name synonymous with the golden era of Dutch football, has left us at the age of 73. The news of his passing, which occurred in Algeria while he was engaged in a coaching project for the Dutch Football Association (KNVB), has sent shockwaves through the football community. Though details regarding the cause
The appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as the head coach of the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) signifies a pivotal moment for soccer in the U.S. According to Chris Richards, a defender for Crystal Palace, this move reflects an earnest ambition within U.S. Soccer to elevate the sport’s status domestically and internationally. Historically, American soccer
The prospect of Spain hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup is marred by growing anxieties regarding its football federation’s governance. The vacancy of the presidency in the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) poses significant concerns, especially as FIFA prepares to confirm Spain, alongside Portugal and Morocco, as the primary hosts during its Congress on December