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‘My Pain, Not Yours’: Tuchel Defends England Semi-Final Substitutions but Concedes Timing Error

September 17, 2026September 17, 2026grace

Thomas Tuchel continues to defend the much-criticised defensive changes he made during England’s World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina this summer, although the head coach admits he adopted that approach prematurely. Tuchel said England were effectively “waiting for death” because they could not contain Argentina’s increasingly aggressive tactics in Atlanta after Anthony Gordon opened the […]

Maresca Defends Anderson’s ‘Kings of Manchester’ Jibe Ahead of Derby Showdown | Manchester City

September 11, 2026grace

Enzo Maresca has agreed with Elliot Anderson’s view that Manchester City are the “kings of Manchester” as he gets ready to oversee his first derby as the club’s manager. City head to Old Trafford on Sunday aiming to maintain their flawless start under Maresca and strengthen Anderson’s argument. The 23-year-old midfielder made the comment after […]

Andrea Pirlo Ruled Out of Italy Job but Defends Partnership With Russian Betting Company | Italy

July 27, 2026July 27, 2026grace

Andrea Pirlo has announced that he is no longer being considered for the Italy coaching position, with his endorsement agreement with a Russian gambling company reportedly contributing to the decision. A number of Italian politicians had questioned Pirlo’s position as a Fonbet ambassador, arguing that the national team manager should not have interests that could […]