Football

AC Milan has named former Porto manager Sergio Conceicao as their new head coach on an 18-month contract, following Paulo Fonseca's dismissal. The 50-year-old Portuguese coach, who previously played for several Italian clubs including Lazio, Inter Milan, and Parma, arrives after a successful six-year tenure at Porto where he secured 11 trophies. Conceicao's debut match will present a unique scenario as he faces his son Francisco, who plays for Juventus, in the Italian Super Cup semi-final first leg on January 3. The appointment comes after Milan parted ways with Fonseca on Monday following a 1-1 draw against Roma. The coaching change occurs with Milan struggling in Serie A, currently sitting eighth in the table, 14 points behind joint leaders Atalanta and Napoli. Fonseca's brief tenure began in June when he replaced Stefano Pioli, who had led Milan to a second-place […]

AC Milan has terminated manager Paulo Fonseca's contract following a 1-1 home draw against Roma, ending his six-month tenure at the club. The decision comes with Milan sitting eighth in Serie A, 14 points behind joint leaders Atalanta and Napoli. Under Fonseca's leadership, Milan maintained a mixed record in the Champions League, winning four and losing two matches to sit in 12th position in the 36-team competition. Fonseca had taken over from Stefano Pioli, who had led the club to a second-place Serie A finish last season and their first league title in 11 years in 2022. "The club extends its gratitude to Paulo for his great professionalism and wishes him the very best in his future endeavours," Milan stated on their official website. Fonseca confirmed his departure to reporters outside San Siro, stating, "Yes, it's true. I'm out. That's […]

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has pledged to continue fighting through his team's difficult period, with the defending champions winning just one of their last 13 Premier League matches. The team, which has dominated English football with six titles in seven years, has suffered nine losses during this stretch. Despite mounting pressure, Guardiola remains committed to his role and supportive of his players. "I will not give up. I want to be here. I want to do it and, with the situation that we have, we have to do it," he stated ahead of Sunday's match against Leicester. The manager attributes the team's struggles primarily to injuries, with several key players sidelined. Ballon d'Or winner Rodri is out for the season with a knee injury, while Ruben Dias, John Stones, Ederson, Kyle Walker, Jack Grealish, and Matheus Nunes all missed […]

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford reportedly views Barcelona as his preferred destination should he leave Old Trafford, according to SPORT. The 27-year-old, who has missed United's last three matchday squads, has indicated he's seeking a "new challenge." New United head coach Ruben Amorim has expressed concerns about Rashford's attitude in training. The England international reportedly believes Barcelona's playing style would suit him better than other Spanish clubs, including previous suitors Atletico Madrid. However, significant financial obstacles stand in the way of any potential transfer. Barcelona cannot match the expected £40 million January transfer fee, and Rashford's current wages exceed £300,000 weekly. The Spanish club has indicated that any move would require Rashford to accept at least a 50% salary reduction. Given these financial constraints, a transfer to Barcelona appears unlikely unless Rashford agrees to substantial wage concessions.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged potential financial implications if the team fails to secure Champions League qualification amid their current form slump. The defending champions have slid to seventh place in the Premier League, with their recent performance showing just one victory in eight matches. Guardiola's focus has shifted from title retention to securing a top-four finish. "Financial is an issue, of course it is, but it's not just that," Guardiola stated. "Now we're at risk." He reminded critics who previously dismissed Champions League qualification as insufficient success for City, noting how historically dominant clubs have fallen from Europe's elite competition. The manager emphasized City's consistent Champions League presence over the past decade, adding, "If we don't qualify it is because we don't deserve it. Because we were not prepared, because we had a lot of problems and […]

Valencia has named Carlos Corberan as their new head coach after paying a £3-4m release clause to acquire him from West Bromwich Albion. The 41-year-old Spaniard has signed a contract running through 2027 with his hometown club, which currently sits second-bottom in La Liga. Corberan leaves West Brom after a successful 14-month tenure during which he guided the team from a relegation battle to playoff contention, despite operating under significant financial constraints. The club achieved a ninth-place finish in his first season and reached the playoff semi-finals last term. Currently, West Brom sits seventh in the Championship table. Valencia made the appointment following the dismissal of Ruben Baraja, who managed just two wins in 17 league matches this season. The Spanish club faces an immediate challenge, with their next fixture against Real Madrid scheduled for January 3. West Brom has […]