Rafael Benitez

Panathinaikos appoint Rafa Benitez as new head coach

Panathinaikos appoint Rafa Benitez as new head coach

Former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez, has been appointed as the head coach of Greek club giants Panathinaikos, Afrosport reports. The 65-year-old Spaniard replaces Christos Kontis, who was dismissed after Thursday's night's 3-1 Europa League defeat away at Feyenoord. According to reports in Greece, Benitez had signed a two-year contract with Panathinaikos, with the option of a further year worth €4 million per season, making him the...

Lampard breaks silence after Everton sack

Lampard breaks silence after Everton sack

Former Everton manager Frank Lampard has released a statement for the first time since he was sacked as the Toffees manager earlier this week. The 44-year-old took up coaching role at the Goodison Park in January 2022 and he commenced a rebuild by helping the club avoid relegation. However, the former Chelsea coach was shown the door following a string of poor results with Everton in...