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John Rankin has been appointed as the interim manager of Ayr United for the rest of the season, replacing Scott Brown, who left by mutual consent.

Ghana have sacked manager Otto Addo, 72 days before the start of this summer's World Cup. Addo's departure followed a 2-1 defeat by Germany in a friendly in Stuttgart.

I know how it goes. If you lose those two games, I'm not in the conversation at all. I think we had two relatively-positive performances. Again, still so much about those that I'm not entirely happy about and want to keep improving on, but I think we've got things moving in a decent direction.

The heartbreak is actually more than I anticipated, but the energy to refocus and go again is definitely still there. I really enjoy this. Nothing will ever compare to this so why would I want to wish it away?

He did what he often does in Stuttgart. He wasn't very involved, I don't think he was at all until then. But then he scored, that's what he's there for.

No talks. We are very, very focused here on the World Cup. Everyone knows that I have a commitment with the national team here. It's not the point to talk about the future. No one approached me. But who knows what is going to happen?

A recent survey shows that 91% of football supporters believe the game is better off without VAR, indicating a significant level of dissatisfaction with the system.

Tribunal chairman Jeff Gleeson KC stated that Xerri's behavior was disgraceful, noting the shocking nature of the act and the proximity of his hand to McGrath's open mouth.

Bernard Jackman is a former professional rugby player and coach turned rugby pundit, public speaker and performance consultant. He played for Connacht, Leinster, and Sale Sharks.

Sammie Szmodics has made quite the impact at Derby County since completing his loan move from Ipswich Town, as his new team continue to push for the play-offs.

Marcelo Bielsa's Leeds United were unique. His system elevated individuals beyond their usual standard, maximised their strengths, and created a platform where players could look like world-beaters almost overnight.

I think it was Martin O'Neill was the first time I started and finished a season with the same manager, and that was probably what, six years into my career. Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. Funny man. Great storyteller.