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Tottenham

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Tottenham — English football club managed by Roberto de Zerbi, rebuilding after narrowly avoiding relegation last season.

2026-04-242026-08-05

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    The 33-year-old skipper has scored only two goals since leaving Premier League Tottenham for Los Angeles FC in the MLS in August last year.

    South Korea's Son 'feeling great' for World Cup despite goal drought
  3. Citizen Digital

    De Zerbi 'passion' saved Spurs from relegation says Maddison By AFP May 25, 2026 08:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tottenham Hotspur's Italian head coach Roberto De Zerbi applauds fans on the pitch afte

    De Zerbi 'passion' saved Spurs from relegation says Maddison
  4. Citizen Digital

    Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De Zerbi By AFP May 23, 2026 08:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tottenham Hotspur's Italian head coach Roberto De Zerbi (C) celebrates with his player

    Spurs must play with 'blood, character, and spirit': De Zerbi
  5. Citizen Digital

    s 'no fear' after omitting star names from England's World Cup squad By AFP May 22, 2026 03:39 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter England's German head coach Thomas Tuchel takes a training session at Tottenham

    Tuchel has 'no fear' after omitting star names from England's World Cup squad
  6. Citizen Digital

    Pipped to a Champions League place by arch-rivals Tottenham on the final day of the 2021/22 campaign, it seemed unlikely to many Arsenal fans that Mikel Arteta would ever lead them out of the wilderness.

    How Arsenal banished 'nearly men' tag to end 22-year title wait
  7. Citizen Digital

    Maddison 'embarrassed' by Spurs' survival struggles By AFP May 20, 2026 04:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Chelsea's Dutch defender #21 Jorrel Hato reacts with Chelsea's Spanish goalkeeper #01 Robert San

    Maddison 'embarrassed' by Spurs' survival struggles
  8. Citizen Digital

    Spurs must play with 'courage' to seal safety, says De Zerbi By AFP May 18, 2026 10:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Tottenham Hotspur's Italian head coach Roberto De Zerbi (C) celebrates with his players

    Spurs must play with 'courage' to seal safety, says De Zerbi
  9. Citizen Digital

    "We made a complaint," admitted Nuno, whose third-bottom side are two points behind fourth-bottom Tottenham with only two games left.

    Nuno wants VAR 'consistency' as West Ham fight to avoid relegation
  10. Citizen Digital

    Emery learned his lesson after a second string side were booed off and beaten by struggling Tottenham ahead of Villa's Europa League semi-final, second leg against Nottingham Forest.

    Aston Villa humble Liverpool to secure Champions League qualification
  11. Citizen Digital

    Tottenham and West Ham remain locked in a desperate battle to avoid relegation, while European places are still up for grabs.

    Arsenal scent Premier League glory

Today

  1. Arsenal agree £75 million deal for Newcastle midfielder Guimaraes

    Arsenal have reportedly agreed a £75 million fee with Newcastle to sign Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, 28, who scored nine goals and provided eight assists for Newcastle last season.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Chelsea manager Alonso undecided on Mudryk's future

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said no decision has been made on Mykhailo Mudryk's future after the winger was cleared to resume his football career following a four-year doping ban suspension. Mudryk, who has not played since November 2024, could participate in pre-season as the club assesses his situation.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Amorim vows to honour Baresi legacy as Milan prepares derby

    New AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim has pledged to honour the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi, who died last week, as he seeks to revive the Italian club's fortunes. Amorim, who was sacked by Manchester United in January, faces Inter Milan in a derby match in Perth on Wednesday, with an immediate target of a top-four Serie A finish after the club missed Champions League qualification on the final day of last season.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Amorim takes AC Milan role, vows to honour Baresi

    New AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim has pledged to uphold the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi and aims for a top-four Serie A finish. Amorim, returning to coaching after his January sacking by Manchester United, faces Inter Milan in a derby in Perth on Wednesday and has secured veteran midfielder Luka Modric on a one-year extension.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard

  3. Newcastle sign Czech goalkeeper Hornicek from Braga

    Newcastle have signed Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese side Braga on a five-year deal after activating his 30-million-euro release clause; he is the club's fifth summer signing and expected to become the first-choice goalkeeper.

    4 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 3 August

  1. Pochettino extends USA coaching contract until 2030 World Cup

    Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension to remain head coach of the United States national team until the 2030 World Cup, US Soccer announced. The 54-year-old took over in 2024 and led the USA to the last 16 at the recent World Cup co-hosted with Canada and Mexico.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Newcastle signs Czech goalkeeper Hornicek from Braga

    Newcastle announced the signing of Czech goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese club Braga on a five-year deal for 30 million euros, with the 24-year-old expected to become the club's first-choice goalkeeper.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 2 August

  1. Juventus sign Alajbegovic and complete Kolo Muani deal

    Juventus signed 18-year-old Bosnian winger Kerim Alajbegovic on a five-year deal from Bayer Leverkusen for 30 million euros and completed a permanent move for French striker Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain after a successful loan spell.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Alonso welcomes Mudryk back after doping ban appeal cleared

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said Mykhailo Mudryk will be welcomed when he rejoins the club this week, following the Football Association and World Anti-Doping Agency's resolution of his appeal against a four-year doping suspension. Mudryk was suspended after failing a 2024 drug test revealing a low concentration of meldonium.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. De Zerbi unsure whether Richarlison will remain at Spurs

    Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi said the Brazilian forward Richarlison "sometimes" wants to leave, while the 29-year-old has recently scored in pre-season matches against Chelsea and Auckland FC.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Tottenham manager De Zerbi pleased with unbeaten preseason tour

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he was "happy for a lot of things" as the team returned to London unbeaten in three pre-season games, including a 2-1 win over Chelsea in Sydney. De Zerbi spent more than a week in New Zealand and Australia with his squad ahead of the new Premier League campaign.

    2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Mudryk cleared after doping appeal, rejoins Chelsea in Hong Kong

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk, cleared on Friday after winning his appeal against a four-year doping ban for testing positive for meldonium, will rejoin the club this week in Hong Kong for their pre-season tour, though his reintegration will be a slow process.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

  6. De Zerbi uncertain whether Richarlison will remain at Spurs

    Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi expressed uncertainty about Brazilian forward Richarlison's future at the club, saying the 29-year-old "sometimes" wants to leave, though De Zerbi praised his attitude and importance to the team.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 1 August

  1. Eddie Howe steps down as Newcastle United manager

    Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe announced his departure after five years in the role, saying it was the right time to step away. During his tenure, Howe guided Newcastle to their first major domestic trophy in 70 years with League Cup success in 2025 and secured Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025.

    1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 31 July

  1. Chelsea manager Alonso opposes FIFA's World Cup privatization plan

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said football must be kept out of private hands and remain "for the people," backing UEFA's opposition to FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in a commercial subsidiary that would run the World Cup.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 July

  1. De Zerbi wants Bergvall at Spurs but cannot guarantee starting role

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he wants midfielder Lucas Bergvall to stay at the club, but cannot guarantee him a starting position. The 20-year-old Sweden World Cup player reportedly wants to leave amid interest from Newcastle and Nottingham Forest, with his prospects uncertain after Tottenham's signings of Matheus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. South Korea coach appears before parliament over World Cup failure

    Former South Korea men's national team coach Hong Myung-bo told lawmakers he took "full responsibility" for the team's failure to advance from the group stage at the 2026 World Cup, after resigning following their elimination by South Africa. Hong appeared at a parliamentary hearing on the Korea Football Association while facing criticism from fans and pundits.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe departs after five years

    Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle United manager after five years at the club. The 48-year-old won the League Cup in March 2025 and secured Champions League qualification twice, though the club finished 12th in the Premier League last season with 17 defeats.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe departs after five years

    Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle manager after five years, following a season in which the club finished 12th in the Premier League. Despite winning the League Cup in March 2025 and securing Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025, Howe came under pressure after the Magpies suffered 17 defeats in their 38 league games.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Alonso opens Chelsea reign with 6-4 win over Western Sydney

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso claimed a winning start on Tuesday, defeating Western Sydney Wanderers 6-4 in a pre-season friendly in Sydney, with Brazilian striker Joao Pedro scoring a hat-trick late in the game. The match was played with many of Chelsea's senior players absent, with the side coming from behind three times.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. De Zerbi seeks soul and passion from rebuilt Tottenham

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has called for "soul and passion" from his squad as the club rebuilds after narrowly avoiding relegation last season. The Spurs have made several summer signings including midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, and players such as Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, and Martin Dubravka on free transfers.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 July

  1. Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes extends long-term contract

    Harvey Barnes has signed a new long-term contract with Newcastle United, committing his future to the Premier League club ahead of the new season after having two years remaining on his previous deal.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. De Zerbi demands soul and passion from rebuilt Tottenham

    Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi urged his squad to play with "soul and passion" as the club rebuilds following a narrow Premier League escape, finishing 17th. Spurs have made aggressive summer signings including midfielders Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, defenders Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, and Marcos Senesi, and goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Chelsea boss Alonso praises Rogers signing ahead of preseason

    New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso called Morgan Rogers, signed from Aston Villa for £117 million, "a great signing" expected to make the club more competitive and link well with Cole Palmer.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 17 July

  1. England lose World Cup semi-final to Argentina under Tuchel

    England's head coach Thomas Tuchel faced heavy criticism for defensive substitutions after a 2-1 semi-final loss to Argentina in Atlanta, with late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez overturning Anthony Gordon's opening goal. Tuchel is now looking ahead to a home Euros in 2028, but questions remain over whether he will need to rebuild trust with his players.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Tuchel faces criticism after England's World Cup semi-final loss

    England lost 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday, with Thomas Tuchel criticized for defensive substitutions that allowed Argentina to take control. Tuchel is looking ahead to a home Euros in 2028.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Spain beats France 2-0, advances to World Cup final

    Spain defeated France 2-0 in a World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, with defender Pedro Porro scoring the second goal. Spain will face the winner of Wednesday's semi-final between England and Argentina in Sunday's final.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 7 July

  1. US coach Pochettino rejects Balogun row as World Cup exit excuse

    US head coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's clearance to play but insisted it was not an excuse for the US's World Cup elimination by Belgium. The US lost 4-1 to Belgium in the round-of-16 after Balogun, who had been cleared by FIFA following a red card appeal, featured in the match.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Pochettino dismisses Balogun row as excuse for US World Cup loss

    US coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's eligibility but insisted it was no excuse for the team's 4-1 round-of-16 loss to Belgium, accusing critics of mixing politics with FIFA's decision.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 6 July

  1. Morocco has grit to lift World Cup, Wanyama says

    Former Tottenham midfielder Victor Wanyama believes Morocco can win the 2026 FIFA World Cup and said Kenya has the potential to qualify for the 2030 tournament through investment in facilities and player development via his foundation and academy.

    6 July 2026 · The Standard

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