Key talking points as Republic of Ireland face France in Euro 2024 qualifying
The Republic of Ireland head into their daunting Euro 2024 qualifier clash with France without the man the nation had hoped might inspire a fightback.
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The key questions behind Vera Pauw’s Republic of Ireland departure
The Republic of Ireland are looking for a new manager after opting not to renew Vera Pauw’s contract despite seeing her guide her team to the World Cup finals for the first time.
Juanma Lillo in focus as he takes charge of Man City in Pep Guardiola’s absence
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will miss his side’s next two matches after undergoing “emergency” back surgery on Tuesday.
Have Spain moved past player mutiny on their run to World Cup final?
Spain will face England in Sunday’s World Cup final less than a year after 15 players staged a mutiny over their treatment.
Have Spain moved past player mutiny on their run to Women’s World Cup final?
Spain will face England in Sunday’s Women’s World Cup final less than a year after 15 players staged a mutiny over their treatment.
How Sandro Tonali and his Italian predecessors fared on Premier League debuts
Newcastle new boy Sandro Tonali announced himself in the Premier League with a stunning debut in Saturday’s 5-1 demolition of Aston Villa.
How much added time? Football’s new guidelines and the impact they will have
New guidelines on added time and player behaviour are set to dominate the debate in the early weeks of the new domestic season in England.
Today at the World Cup: Philippines stun New Zealand as Norway are held
Debutants Philippines stunned co-hosts New Zealand to claim their first World Cup victory.