his availability. Potter has struggled since taking the West Ham job, proving unable to significantly improve on the level of results and performances the team were showing under his predecessor Julen Lopetegui. According to latest reports, it now looks like Potter is closer and closer to being sent packing, with Nuno in line to replace him at the London Stadium.
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."