Son of Cork GAA legend tipped for major role at Manchester City

The Republic of Ireland took another step closer to finally having a permanent manager in place when 118-cap former player John O'Shea was named as the interim manager for the upcoming internationals against Belgium and Switzerland in March. O'Shea was last seen as an assistant to Wayne Rooney during his ill-fated spell with Birmingham City, and he…

Pat Murphy didn't know if he would ever get a chance to manage again. He certainly never thought it would happen in Milwaukee. Yet here he was putting on a Brewers jersey Thursday during the introductory news conference for his first managerial opportunity since 2015. The media session came one day after the Brewers announced they had signed Murphy…

Pat Murphy didn't know if he would ever get the chance to manage again. He certainly never thought it would happen in Milwaukee. Yet here he was putting on a Brewers jersey Thursday during the introductory news conference for his first managerial opportunity since 2015. The media session came one day after the Brewers announced they had signed…

EFL pundit Gab Sutton picks out seven candidates to become the next Oxford United Head Coach, after Liam Manning left for Bristol City. Scroll down to browse the full next manager odds. if you're looking to place a bet on the next Oxford United manager market you can Get £30 in Free Bets when you sign up to Bet Victor and Bet £10. Click on the…

With Joey Barton dismissed, Bristol Rovers are looking for a new manager. EFL pundit Gab Sutton discusses seven candidates for the job… Not yet with Bet Victor? Follow the below steps to sign-up, place a bet on the next Bristol Rovers manager market, and get £30 in Free Bets: #AD 18+ New customers only. Opt in, bet £10 at odds 2.00+ within 7 days,…

John Terry, former Chelsea and England captain, is on the brink of becoming the new manager for Saudi club Al-Shabab FC. Terry, currently serving at the Chelsea academy, has a decorated history as a player and coach. His move to Al-Shabab FC is seen as a significant boost to the club's profile, following the Saudi Pro League's ambitions to…

The next installment of Sky Bet League Two is looming with the first fixtures commencing on Saturday 5 August, as exciting newcomers Wrexham and Notts County are among the 24 teams competing at a place for promotion. Here, the Football League Paper will predict and analyse each club's chances and league position. AFC Wimbledon Johnnie Jackson hopes…

The season is rapidly approaching - and that means plenty of done deals arriving. It really is back to business. Rangers boss Michael Beale was back at Auchenhowie on Friday and wants to add up to three more players to the five he's already signed. Jose Cifuentes wasn't involved in LAFC's squad and could arrive at Ibrox imminently while Cyriel…

The elderly man walked to the stage, wearing a tie in Manchester United's colours, looked out at the sea of faces in front of him and thanked everyone for sharing his family's proudest moment. His name was Jim Murphy Jr and, behind him, two huge banners were emblazoned across the walls of Old Trafford. Both carried quotes from his father, Jimmy…

The Super Lig has always been a breeding ground for young football talent, and Efe Tatlı, Umut Güneş, and Gökdeniz Bayrakdar are among the latest names to make their mark in Turkish football. These young players have impressed fans and coaches alike with their exceptional skills on the field, and their performances have not gone unnoticed. In this…

Five candidates to replace Darrell Clarke at Port Vale 12:28 Thursday 20th April 2023 - 9 minute read EFL pundit Gab Sutton looks at five candidates in the next Port Vale manager market who could potentially take over on a permanent basis following the departure of Darrell Clarke. Having been assistant to Darrell Clarke, and having stepped in for a…

Four candidates to replace Jim Bentley at Rochdale 11:07 Wednesday 29th March 2023 - 6 minute read Rochdale need a new permanent manager after parting company with Jim Bentley. With the Lancashire club 10 points adrift of safety at the bottom of League Two, Jim McNulty has been placed in interim charge of the team until the end of the season. But,…

All the top stories and transfer rumours from Friday's papers... DAILY MAIL Qatari investors are confident they will win the battle to buy Manchester United and any sale could even be closed as early as the end of April. Lionel Messi's father Jorge held further talks with Paris Saint-Germain on Thursday over a new contract to extend his stay in…

Danny Murphy has claimed Chelsea had their'pants pulled down' after paying over the odds for players in the January transfer market. Chelsea splashed the cash throughout the winter window, with Mykhailo Mudryk for £88million and Benoit Badiashile for £35m among the big name arrivals at Stamford Bridge. But it was the Blues' deadline day signing of…

JORGINHO could move to Newcastle on a cut-price deal with the Italian's Stamford Bridge contract set to expire at the end of the season. But given Newcastle's fine run which sees them in second in the Premier League, the Blues may be reluctant to sell to a fellow top-four contender. Chelsea are also close to signing Monaco defender Benoit…

Now the dust has settled a little on the sacking of head coach Liam Manning at MK Dons, we've taken a look at the contenders in the betting to take charge of last season's League One play-off finishers, who are currently trapped in the division's relegation zone... MK Dons gave Manning the boot earlier in December following a defeat at home to…

MK Dons are once again delving into the managerial market to replace Liam Manning after he was sacked as head coach on Sunday. The 37-year-old came out of left-field when he was appointed in August 2021 from Belgian second division side Lommel to replace Russell Martin. But with the club in 23rd in League One and needing an upturn in fortunes, it…

The Oakland Athletics are soon expected to trade catcher Sean Murphy, and the Boston Red Sox are reportedly among the clubs in on the 28-year-old standout. According to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, the Red Sox, Cardinals, Rays and Guardians are among the teams that have been connected to Murphy in recent weeks. Feinsand had previously reported the…

Dean Smith's horse Secret Trix, trained by Olly Murphy, won at Fakenham races this week. The ex-Aston Villa manager is at the helm of the EFL Championship club following their Premier League exit Dean Smith (right) and Secret Trix, his winner at Fakenham races Norwich City boss Dean Smith had a day to remember as he marked one year with the EFL…

Manchester United and fellow Premier League clubs are counting down the days until they can strike-up further business in the transfer market. Erik ten Hag welcomed six players to Old Trafford during his first window and they have all made their mark in the starting XI. Tyrell Malacia, Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez have all quickly become…

The new EFL season begins earlier than ever, owing to the logistics of the World Cup taking place in winter, with 48 clubs in the third and fourth tiers targeting promotion Sky Sports' David Prutton gives verdict on how Championship new boys will fare Barely two months since the ticker-tape was cleared from the Wembley turf at the end of the…

Premier League champions Manchester City have signed Portuguese right back Joao Cancelo from Italian giants Juventus for a reported £60m, with Danilo having headed the other way. Cancelo, one of the most highly-rated young players in Europe, has been appearing for the Portuguese national side since 2016 and has been one of the most sought-out wide…