Former Manchester City midfielder Enzo Maresca is in talks to become the next manager of Chelsea, following the departure of Thomas Tuchel. Ipswich Town manager Paul McKenna is reportedly out of the running for the position. In other Premier League news, Southampton secured their return to the top flight with a play-off final win over Leeds, while Manchester City celebrated their Premier League title win with a parade on Sunday evening. Additionally, England captain Conor Williamson has signed a new deal with Arsenal. Fans can stay updated and join the conversation on BBC Football's WhatsApp and text platform.
Enzo Maresca Emerges as Contender for Chelsea Managerial Role
Former Manchester City midfielder Enzo Maresca is reportedly in negotiations to take over as manager of Chelsea following the departure of Thomas Tuchel. The Italian currently holds the position of head coach at Ipswich Town but is believed to be a strong candidate for the vacant role at Stamford Bridge.
Ipswich Town Manager Paul McKenna Out of Contention
According to reports, Paul McKenna, manager of Ipswich Town, is no longer in the running for the Chelsea managerial position. McKenna had initially been considered a potential candidate but is now out of contention.
Other Premier League News
In other Premier League news, Southampton secured promotion back to the top flight after defeating Leeds in the play-off final. The Saints' victory means they will join Manchester City, who celebrated their Premier League title win with a parade on Sunday evening.
England Captain Conor Williamson Extends Arsenal Contract
England captain Conor Williamson has signed a new deal with Arsenal, extending his stay at the club. This news comes as a boost for Arsenal, who are looking to build a strong squad ahead of the upcoming season.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who is Enzo Maresca? Enzo Maresca is a former Italian midfielder who played for Manchester City, among other clubs. He currently manages Ipswich Town.
2. Why is Thomas Tuchel leaving Chelsea? The reasons behind Thomas Tuchel's departure from Chelsea have not been officially disclosed, but it is believed to be due to differences with the club's owners.
3. When will Chelsea announce their new manager? Chelsea have not yet announced a timeline for the appointment of their new manager, but an announcement could be expected in the coming weeks.
4. Who else has been linked with the Chelsea managerial role? In addition to Enzo Maresca, other managers who have been linked with the Chelsea job include Zinedine Zidane, Mauricio Pochettino, and Luis Enrique.
5. How can I stay updated on the latest Chelsea news? Fans can stay informed about the latest Chelsea news and rumors by following reputable journalists on social media, visiting official club websites, and using reliable sports news sources.
With 577 players shortlisted and a chance for a major overhaul of squads, the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction is set to be a thrilling and intense event. With only six players allowed to be retained by each franchise, many stars from around the world will be vying for coveted contracts, leading to potential bidding wars. This article provides an overview of the mega auction and how it differs from the mini auction held every few years.
In a high stakes match between two top contenders, Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated Jamshedpur FC with an impressive 3-0 scoreline. With this win, Mohun Bagan SG has climbed to the top of the Indian Super League standings, overtaking Bengaluru FC on goal difference. The match, held at the iconic Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, saw a dominant performance by Mohun Bagan SG, led by star player Alberto Rodriguez Martin.
Barcelona faces a tough game against Celta Vigo as they struggle to find their rhythm and control of the match. Despite their high line tactic and the return of player Gavi, the team fails to keep up with a relentless Celta Vigo attack. Star player Iago Aspas misses a crucial opportunity, leaving the match scoreless.
After a four-game losing streak, Manchester City are hoping to turn things around as they face Tottenham. Arsenal's win over Nottingham Forest helps them stay in the race for their first Premier League title in over 20 years, thanks to a strong performance from Martin Odegaard, who returned from injury. Meanwhile, Chelsea remain ahead of Arsenal on goal difference after a win against Leicester in Enzo Maresca's first game as manager.
Chelsea emerged victorious against Leicester with a 2-1 win, thanks to goals from Nicolas Jackson and Enzo Fernandez in the first and second half respectively. Mads Hermansen's save and a disallowed goal added to the intensity of the game, but the visitors held on to secure all three points. This win puts Chelsea just one point behind 2nd placed Manchester City in the Premier League standings.
Arsenal and Brighton both clinched 1-0 victories in their respective matches against Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth, thanks to goals from Pedro and Saka. In other matches, Aston Villa and Wolves each scored equalizers against Crystal Palace and Fulham, while Manchester City took on Tottenham in a late match. Chelsea kicked off the day with a win against Leicester, and football fans can share their thoughts through #bbcfootball on WhatsApp or text.
Football pundits Joe Cole and Peter Crouch express their frustration with VAR after key decisions in the match between Leicester City and Chelsea at the King Power Stadium. Chelsea are currently leading 1-0 at half-time, thanks to a goal from Nicolas Jackson. The TNT Sports commentators believe Leicester should have been reduced to ten men after a dangerous tackle from Wilfred Ndidi, but VAR chose not to intervene. Cole and Crouch argue that the tackle could have seriously injured Chelsea's Cole Palmer.
Chelsea dominated Leicester City in their Premier League clash, with Nicolas Jackson scoring the only goal of the match in the 15th minute. The grudge match saw Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca returning to his old club for the first time since leaving in the summer. Despite having a goal disallowed for offside, the Blues were in complete control with around 70% possession. Young talent Noni Madueke also impressed, but had his goal ruled out for an offside call that was later revealed to be incorrect after the Spaniard was the one who cut the ball back for Madueke.
Chelsea secured a 2-1 win against Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on Saturday, thanks to goals from Nicolas Jackson and Enzo Fernandez. The victory was extra special for Chelsea's manager, Enzo Maresca, who returned to his former club and led his team to victory. Fernandez was the standout performer for Chelsea, scoring a goal and providing an assist in an impressive display.
In a dominant display of batting, rising Indian star Yashasvi Jaiswal has set a new world record for most sixes hit by a batter in a single calendar year in Test cricket. His valiant knock of 90 runs from 193 balls in the first innings of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth saw him hit seven fours and two crucial sixes, surpassing the previous record held by former New Zealand great Brendon McCullum. With this feat, Jaiswal has already broken the all-time India record set by Virender Sehwag earlier this year, proving his potential as a budding opening batsman.