Sweden - who have an all-star forward line of Liverpool's Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres of Arsenal - drew with Slovenia and lost against Kosovo and Switzerland in their opening three group games. The former Blackburn Rovers manager, who played for Newcastle United during a distinguished career, became Sweden's first foreign coach, external when the Dane took over in February 2024.
1992- Pinch-hitter Francisco Cabrera delivers a two-out single in the bottom of the ninth inning, driving in Sid Bream who narrowly beats the throw home for a 3-2 win over the Pirates in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series. 1997 - Kevin Brown pitches a complete game and Bobby Bonilla collects three RBI as the Florida Marlins defeat the Atlanta Braves, 7-4, winning the National League Championship Series, 4-2.
Spain will aim to continue their flawless start to the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign when they host Bulgaria at the Estadio Jose Zorrilla in Valladolid on Tuesday night. La Roja top Group E with nine points from three matches, while Bulgaria remain bottom of the standings without a single point at the halfway stage of qualifying. Luis de la Fuente's side have shown an impressive response since losing to Portugal on penalties in June's Nations League final.
I will remember almost exclusively the positive things and the success of the last two years, during which we brought Monaco back into the top three in France and, after a long absence, experienced two Champions League campaigns in a row. Sometimes destinies separate, but I am completely happy with that. I am leaving behind a quality team that works well, with great individuals. I wish the management, the players, the staff and the entire club nothing but the best for the future.
With the WSL expanding to 14 teams in 2026-27, the bottom side will play the third-placed finisher in WSL2 for a top-flight spot next year. But that will be of little comfort for two teams who, despite their status and history, look ill-equipped for this campaign. While their records are similarly unimpressive, the reasons for their struggles differ. Two-time top-flight champions Liverpool's problems lie primarily in attack, while West Ham have defensive woes too.
Ron Washington will not return for a third season as the Los Angeles Angels manager, The Athletic reported. The Angels hadn't publicly announced their decision Tuesday on Washington, who missed roughly half of the current season after undergoing quadruple bypass heart surgery. Interim manager Ray Montgomery also won't be the Angels' next manager, according to the report. The 73-year-old Washington was the oldest manager in the majors during his two seasons with the Angels, who hired him in November 2023.
Why they'll win it: A cohesive vision. No matter how the regular season finishes, the Union's managerial gamble for 2025 paid off. By firing Jim Curtin and hiring Bradley Carnell in his place, sporting director Ernst Tanner fully leaned into his plan for the club and his vision has been realised by a team that favours direct, vertical attacks and a high-tempo style. They boast a go-to striker in Tai Baribo, whose 16 league goals go a long way to explaining Philadelphia's Shield standing.
Head coach Steve Morison has left Sutton United by mutual consent with the side 22nd in the National League table. Sutton have won once in nine league matches this season, with the 3-2 home defeat by Tamworth proving to be Morison's final game in charge. The 42-year-old was appointed in January 2024 and guided the club to 12th in the table last season.
The unforeseen and tragic passing of Diogo Jota has robbed us of another key contributor up top over the last 4 seasons. A whirlwind of change We have gone from Jurgen Klopp overseeing the aforementioned groups above, to having Arne Slot work in his own attacking setup following some big money arrivals. Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz were key contributors at various points during their Reds career, with Darwin fading at the end while Lucho's best season would be his last with the club.
Bayer 04 Leverkusen has parted ways with head coach Erik ten Hag with immediate effect.Training will be taken over by the assistant coaching staff for the time being. pic.twitter.com/aKrEtySB46- Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) September 1, 2025
Miquel was appointed ahead of the 2024-25 season and guided Leicester to a 10th-place finish in the Women's Super League. Despite leading the Foxes to their best finish to date - earning 20 points from 22 matches and finishing 10 points ahead of relegated Crystal Palace, Leicester opted to make a change in leadership, electing for a new direction as they prepare for the upcoming season.
"Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties, following a review of performances and significant reflection. We are extremely grateful for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the club."
After the Dodgers moved back into first place of the National League West with the best record in baseball, aided by the Rockies defeating the Padres, manager Dave Roberts voiced his disappointment with Black being deemed responsible for the team's shortcomings, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today: "I don't think [Hall of Fame manager] Casey Stengel could change the outcome of that ballclub," said Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who was on Black's coaching staff in San Diego, and one of his closest friends. "That's not the manager's fault. Obviously, they felt they needed a change in voice or direction, but for me, there's not many people that are better than Buddy Black. It's very disappointing. It's not his fault."
