Dutch football manager and former player
England and France meet in the bronze final in Miami as both teams seek to salvage pride after semifinal defeats. Deschamps and Tuchel acknowledge the consolation nature, while Mbappé and Kane chase individual milestones and potential Golden Boot contention. Prize money and final standings are on the line.
Mourinho has confirmed his return to Real Madrid for a second spell, a move that reshapes the club’s coaching dynamics and expectations after a trophy-laden first era. The Netflix documentary adds fresh context, recounting a pivotal moment when a Chelsea reunion fell through after Real Madrid’s 2010-13 dominance.
Scotland has named Sebastien Pocognoli as its new head coach, succeeding Steve Clarke. Pocognoli, a 39-year-old former Belgium international, has led Union Saint-Gilloise to a Belgian title and most recently managed Monaco. His appointment signals a shift to a front-foot, high-press style and aims to build on Clarke’s foundations.
Xavi has been appointed head coach of the Netherlands through 2030, succeeding Ronald Koeman after a World Cup exit. The former Barca midfielder says he is honoured and will implement a Dutch-style attack based on possession.
Carrick has led Manchester United back into the Champions League and now faces Azerbaijani champions Sabah in the group stage. United are balancing European ambitions with a busy domestic schedule and injuries, while Carrick stresses urgency to advance beyond the group stage.
The U.S. personnel have sustained minor injuries after a late-Friday shooting during an Eswatini army anti-smuggling operation in the northeast. The U.S. State Department says affected personnel are safe as authorities investigate; Eswatini calls it a diplomatic issue.