Reporter notebook: Lee Carsley’s diplomacy in national anthem row boosts long-term England job prospects | Football News

The lamentable lambasting of Lee Carsley’s refusal to sing the British national anthem may well have, ironically, enhanced his chances of getting the England manager’s job long term. Two national newspapers called for him to be sacked, saying that if he didn’t sing it, he had no right to hold the top coaching job in…

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Alas Pilipinas players get long-term pay boost

Alas Pilipinas celebrates its bronze medal finish in the AVC Challenge Cup 2024. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net Though Alas Pilipinas thrilled this suddenly volleyball-enamored nation to a record-setting performance in the Asian Volleyball Confederation Challenge Cup with a bronze medal finish, the real aim is to finally make a mark in Southeast Asia (SEA) when the 33rd…

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Football Association confirms improving South Asian elite representation now ‘a long-term aim’ | Football News

The Football Association has told Sky Sports News that addressing the “stark” under-representation of South Asians in the professional game is now “a long-term aim”. Yasir Mirza, who was appointed FA director of equality, diversity and inclusion last year, said the FA’s key mantra “A Game for All” is about ensuring English football is inclusive…

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Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher determined to fight for long-term future amid contract impasse – Paper Talk | Football News

The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers… DAILY MAIL Conor Gallagher is determined to fight for his long-term future at Chelsea with talks over a new contract at an impasse. Alessia Russo has been awarded honorary Freedom of the Borough of Maidstone for her historic achievements with the Lionesses. Image: Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher…

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Cone names intrepid 12 to make up long-term Gilas Pilipinas program

Tim Cone in his Asian Games victory ride. —PDI FILES The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) expectedly made its announcement of appointing Tim Cone as the new man in charge of the Gilas Pilipinas national men’s basketball team program, a no-brainer considering the success he came up with when the Filipinos ended a 61-year wait…

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Jonas Eidevall: Arsenal Women manager signs new long-term deal | Football News

Arsenal Women’s manager Jonas Eidevall has signed a new long-term deal, two years after joining from FC Rosengard. Eidevall guided Arsenal to a second-place Women’s Super League finish in his first season in charge, before winning the Conti Cup last term, and reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League. “I’m full of pride to have…

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Jurrien Timber: Arsenal defender sidelined for long-term period after sustaining ACL injury on Premier League debut

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury during his Premier League debut against Nottingham Forest. The Dutch defender, a £38m summer signing for Mikel Arteta’s side, picked up the blow in the 50th minute of Saturday’s 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest, before being…

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Brendan Rodgers agrees to return to Celtic as manager succeeding Ange Postecoglou on long-term deal

Brendan Rodgers has agreed terms on a long-term deal to return to Celtic as manager. It is understood the paperwork is being finalized and an announcement is expected this week. The 50-year-old won seven trophies during his first spell in Glasgow, including back-to-back domestic trebles, but left for Leicester City midway through the 2018/19 season…

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Bukayo Saka: Arsenal winger signs new long-term contract with Mikel Arteta’s Gunners amid stellar season

Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal. Sky Sports News understands the winger’s new contract is a four-year deal until the summer of 2027. Saka’s previous contract was due to expire at the end of next season, with the new deal a major boost to Arsenal and manager Mikel Arteta. The 21-year-old…

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