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England’s drab display against Andorra shows football’s real problem

Andorra 0-1 England: An uninspiring showing left Thomas Tuchel furious but highlighted that England’s players need a break

<p>Harry Kane celebrates with teammate Noni Madueke after scoring</p>

<p>Levy's pattern of only allowing managers a short tenure continued with the sacking of Postecoglou</p>

Richard JollyFootball

Postecoglou exit brings Tottenham’s identity crisis to the fore again

The Australian’s exit may have felt inevitable but questions remain over how Spurs rebuild following yet another managerial dismissal

<p>Spurs are interested in hiring Thomas Frank</p>

Miguel DelaneyFootball

Why Frank is exactly the right manager for Tottenham

Postecoglou departs in glory but sacking him was the logical choice

<p>Jack Grealish looks set to leave Manchester City this summer</p>

Grealish is at a crossroads – and the next step is far from obvious

<p>Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig applauds the fans </p>

Transfers: Liverpool’s new Wirtz bid, Sesko talks plus Man Utd news

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Why Arsenal want Martin Zubimendi so badly

The Newcastle tactics that proved Eddie Howe is an elite manager

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Why Matheus Cunha is Man United’s best signing in years

The real reason Liverpool signed Jeremie Frimpong

Premier League

<p>Mauricio Pochettino is now in charge of the United States</p>

Pochettino plays down ‘not realistic’ links with Tottenham return

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Spurs captain Son leads reaction to Postecoglou’s sacking

<p>Ange Postecoglou with the Europa League trophy at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium</p>

Postecoglou reacts to Tottenham sacking: ‘We are forever connected’

<p>Ange Postecoglou oversaw Spurs’ worst-ever Premier League finish</p>

Spurs explain Postecoglou sack despite ‘one of the greatest moments’

European football

<p>Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring Portugal's winning goal</p>

Ronaldo sends Portugal past Germany to Nations League final amid drama

<p>Luis Enrique, right, with Ousmane Dembele after Paris St Germain’s Champions League success over Inter Milan (Mike Egerton/PA)</p>

Why the Champions League is just the start for PSG’s new breed

<p>Luis Enrique was hoisted high on the shoulders of the PSG squad after Champions League triumph</p>

Why Enrique is the best coach in the world after emotional triumph

International football

<p>Spain will hope to secure another Nations League success</p>

Is Spain vs Portugal on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch

<p>Thomas Tuchel had some choice words for his side after a listless win over Andorra</p>

Tuchel ‘didn’t like attitude’ as England scrape 1-0 win over Andorra

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Kane secures England win against Andorra in drab World Cup qualifier

Football League

<p>Sheffield Wednesday face a troubled financial future</p>

Wednesday charged over failing to pay players as EFL sounds warning

<p>Charlton are back in the second tier of English football</p>

Charlton seal Championship return with Wembley win over Leyton Orient

<p>Jobe Bellingham helped Sunderland reach the promised land of the Premier League</p>

How Sunderland are set up to survive in the Premier League

Football betting

<p>There’s no shortage of football betting sites and we’ve highlighted our favourites</p>

Best Football Betting Sites UK 2025: Top 10 Ranked and Reviewed

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Best Betting Sites UK: Top 10 Online Bookmakers For June 2025

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Free Bets and Betting Sign Up Offers UK | June 2025

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How to bet on football