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Kevin Muscat: What job would the Australian have at Rangers if he was appointed?

Kevin Muscat: What job would the Australian have at Rangers if he was appointed?

πŸ’₯ Read this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Main takeaway: The main word that comes to mind is stability.In May 2022, Giovanni van Bronckhorst consoled his players in the sweltering heat in Seville as Rangers lost the Europa League final on penalties. It was a heroic, magical career with a sting in the tail, but a Scottish Cup win came just days later to dull the pain.Six months later from that day, the Dutch coach was sacked and Rangers' training tour began.Since then, Michael Bell, Philip Clement, Barry Ferguson and Martin have taken charge over a…
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Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: South Africa thump Sri Lanka in rain-shortened match

Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025: South Africa thump Sri Lanka in rain-shortened match

✨ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: βœ… Key idea: South Africa rose to second place in the Women's World Cup table with a comprehensive 10-wicket win over Sri Lanka in a rain-shortened match in Colombo.Setting a revised Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) target of 121 to win in 20 overs, the Proteas cruised to victory inside 15 overs with captain Laura Wolvaardt scoring a brilliant 60 off 47 balls.The stylish right-hander shared an unbroken opening 125-run stand with Tazmin Brits, who claimed the win by six to finish unbeaten with 55 off 42.South Africa's fourth successive win…
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The government is ‘doing everything’ to overturn the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa match

The government is ‘doing everything’ to overturn the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa match

πŸ”₯ Read this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: The government said it was "doing everything we can" to overturn the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending a football match in Birmingham, and is exploring what additional resources may be required.On Thursday, Aston Villa said the city's Safety Advisory Group (SAG) had decided that fans of the Israeli club should not be allowed to attend the Europa League match on November 6 due to safety concerns.Facing mounting pressure to resolve the situation, the government said it was working with the police and exploring additional…
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β€œMy focus is 100% here” – Aberdeen boss Thielen on Sweden Links

β€œMy focus is 100% here” – Aberdeen boss Thielen on Sweden Links

πŸ”₯ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: βœ… Main takeaway: Jimmy Thelen insists he is fully committed to Aberdeen, after being linked with the Swedish manager's vacant position this week.Sweden is looking for a replacement for John Dahl Tomasson after their poor World Cup qualifying campaign.But Thielen was quick to stress his desire to remain with the Scottish Cup holders, despite a difficult start to his second season at Pittodrie."It's always an honor to be mentioned in such circumstances but I have a long contract here," he said in response to a question about speculation…
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Ange Postecoglou: The under-fire Nottingham Forest manager makes an impassioned defense of his legacy

Ange Postecoglou: The under-fire Nottingham Forest manager makes an impassioned defense of his legacy

πŸš€ Discover this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Main takeaway: Postecoglou won the Europa League in May – Tottenham's first title in 17 years and their first European title in 41 years – and explained why he felt the perception of him was wrong.The former Celtic boss also promised that, if given time, he would continue his record of winning trophies everywhere he has succeeded. He continued: "I was in meetings and people who were still in this club were present in those meetings, where I was told that winning the title is everything for this…
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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers ready for ‘new challenge’ if Kevin Muscat becomes new Rangers boss

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers ready for ‘new challenge’ if Kevin Muscat becomes new Rangers boss

πŸ”₯ Check out this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ’‘ Main takeaway: Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers is ready for the challenge Kevin Muscat could bring if the former Australian defender is appointed as Rangers' new boss.Rangers are close to agreeing a deal for Muscat, 52, to become their new head coach, with terms and personal details yet to be finalized.Former head coach Russell Martin was sacked after just 123 days in charge before the international break, and Shanghai Port manager Muscat has emerged as the favorite to replace him, after Steven Gerrard turned down the chance to…
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Oleksandr Usyk: The champion rules out fighting Moses Itauma but plans to return in 2026

Oleksandr Usyk: The champion rules out fighting Moses Itauma but plans to return in 2026

πŸ”₯ Discover this insightful post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: Oleksandr Usyk says he will continue fighting for another two years and plans to return to the ring in 2026, but has ruled out a bout with British heavyweight Moses Itauma.Usyk, 38, stopped Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in July to become the two-time undisputed heavyweight champion.The Ukrainian, who also previously held all four recognized world titles at cruiserweight, had previously hinted that he would fight just one more time before retiring.However, the pound-for-pound star appears to have reversed that decision."I'm going to fight until I'm…
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Gini Hermoso: The Spanish striker has been recalled after a 12-month absence by new coach Sonia Bermudez

Gini Hermoso: The Spanish striker has been recalled after a 12-month absence by new coach Sonia Bermudez

✨ Check out this awesome post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Main takeaway: Hermoso played a key role in her team's success at the 2023 World Cup - beating England in the final - and her three goals and performances helped her win the tournament's Silver Ball.But she then became the subject of controversy when the then president of the Spanish Football Federation, Luis Rubiales, kissed her on the lips without her consent as she went to collect her winner's medal in Sydney. Despite resisting calls to resign, Rubiales was forced to step down and was fined €10,800…
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Formula 1: Apple wins broadcast rights in the US for the next five years in a deal worth $750 million

Formula 1: Apple wins broadcast rights in the US for the next five years in a deal worth $750 million

πŸ”₯ Read this trending post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: Apple has won the rights to broadcast Formula 1 races in the US for the next five years in a deal said to be worth a total of around $750m (Β£558m).The agreement, which starts in 2026 and for which insiders say Apple will pay roughly $150m (Β£111.6m) a year, will make Formula 1 available to all Apple TV subscribers in America as part of the standard monthly fee.This is the first time Apple has ventured into sports streaming in this way.It offers coverage of Major League…
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Matt Baird: Funeral of former Liverpool manager attracts hundreds of well-wishers

Matt Baird: Funeral of former Liverpool manager attracts hundreds of well-wishers

πŸ”₯ Discover this insightful post from BBC Sport πŸ“– πŸ“‚ Category: πŸ“Œ Key idea: The greats and good of women's football were among hundreds of mourners who paid an emotional farewell to former Liverpool manager Matt Baird at his funeral service.Bird, who led the Reds to back-to-back Women's Super League titles in 2013 and 2014, died on September 20 at the age of 47.Bird's family and friends were joined by dignitaries from across women's football, including US President Emma Hayes, for the service at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.His brother Mark, a former Millwall and Sheffield United midfielder, said during the service:…
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