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Al-Ahli forward Toney recalled back into England squad ahead of June fixtures

Al-Ahli forward Toney recalled back into England squad ahead of June fixtures

Al-Ahli forward Ivan Toney has been recalled to the England squad for the international fixtures against Andorra and Senegal next month, Afrosport reports. It is the first time the 29-year-old has been part of the Three Lions since the Euro 2024 final loss to Spain in Germany. Toney was previously on the books of Premier League club Brentford before moving to the lucrative Saudi Pro League...

Pochettino open to managing Tottenham again

Pochettino open to managing Tottenham again

Mauricio Pochettino is open to managing Tottenham Hotspur again in future, Afrosport reports. The 53-year-old Argentine was in charge of the North London club between 2014 and 2019, helping them finish second in the Premier League in 2016, while he also reached the EFL Cup final in 2015 and the UEFA Champions League final in 2019. He was dismissed by Spurs in November 2019 and went...

2026WCQ: Rashford returns to England squad after one-year absence

2026WCQ: Rashford returns to England squad after one-year absence

Marcus Rashford has returned to the England squad after a one-year absence for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia, Afrosport reports. Rashford last played for the Three Lions in a friendly against Brazil in March 2024 and had struggled for form and consistency at Manchester United. The 27-year-old has however rediscovered his best form since joining Aston Villa on loan in January...

England set to play Senegal in June friendly at City Ground

England set to play Senegal in June friendly at City Ground

England are set to play Senegal in an international friendly at the City Ground in June, Afrosport reports. According to The Athletic, the Football Association has invited the Teranga Lions to be the opposition for the post-season match that will give new manager Thomas Tuchel the opportunity to learn more about the players he has inherited from Gareth Southgate. If all the details are finalised, the...

Thomas Tuchel agrees to become new England head coach

‘Ecstatic’ Thomas Tuchel proud to be appointed as new England manager

German coach Thomas Tuchel is excited with his new role as England men’s football team manager, Afrosport reports. The 51-year-old, who has been confirmed as the new Three Lions boss on Wednesday, will begin his role on January 1, 2025, having agreed on an initial 18-month contract with the Football Association. Tuchel's appointment ensures he becomes the third non-British permanent manager of the England team, following...