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Rose agrees to succeed Iraola at Bournemouth

Image source: Getty ImagesByBobbie JacksonBBC Sports journalist20 April 2026 16:59 BST63 commentsUpdated 11 Minutes agoMarco Rose agreed to take over the role of Bournemouth’s manager on a 3-year contract after Andoni Iraola “Everyone at AFC Bournemouth is looking forward to Marco’s arrival to Vitality Stadium in the summer as he takes on his role as Head Coach,” Bournemouth stated. “The club is focused on finishing this season as strongly as it can, with players and staff showing full commitment to achieve positive results and build on the current 13 game unbeaten streak. “Will Iraola’s summer exit accelerate the managerial merry-go-round?” 6 days agoBournemouth manager Iraola will leave club at the end of seasonRose started his managerial career with Lokomotive Leipzig in 2012. He has also managed Red Milos Kerkez moved to Liverpool, Ilya Zbarnyi went to Paris St-Germain, and Dean Huijsen joined Real Madrid for a total of about PS150m. In January, Manchester City signed Antoine Semenyo after his release clause had been triggered. However Adrien Truffert replaced Kerkez, Bafode Dikite replaced Huijsen, and Rayan was appointed as Semenyo’s successor. The club hopes Rose will follow the same pattern. Rose was long considered a possible replacement for Iraola should the Spaniard decide to leave. Bournemouth is impressed by Rose’s five-year experience leading clubs in Champions League as well as his Europa League credentials. Rose was also a surprise success with Borussia Monchengladbach in qualifying for the Champions League despite limited resources. These experiences will be crucial if Bournemouth is to qualify for Europe for a first time. Player trading continues to offset revenue limitations caused by the club’s relatively small stadium and commercial income.It is also a low-risk appointment: Rose is currently without a club, meaning no compensation would be required but one they hope will make an immediate impact next season.Related topicsPremier LeagueBournemouthFootballMore on this storyLatest Bournemouth news, analysis and fan viewsAsk about Bournemouth – what do you want to know?

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F1 makes changes to address new engine rules concerns

The To The They must be rubber-stamped by a meeting of F1’s legislative body, the FIA world council.QualifyingThe changes in qualifying are, according to a statement from the FIA, “aimed at reducing excessive harvesting and encouraging more consistent flat-out driving”.Drivers were being forced to lift and coast – lift off the accelerator for a few seconds before braking for a corner – in some instances on a qualifying lap, one of several examples of new practices drivers have labelled “counter-intuitive”.The total amount of permitted recharge on a lap has been reduced from 8MJ to 7MJ – thereby reducing the amount of energy needed to be recovered and therefore the amount of time doing so.In addition, the maximum amount of power recovered when the driver is on full throttle but not deploying the battery – known in F1 terminology as “super-clipping” – has been increased to the maximum limit of 350kw, from the previous 250kw.The FIA said the aim of these changes was to ensure the maximum time spent super-clipping on a qualifying lap was in the region of two to four seconds.F1 has also increased from eight to 12 the number of circuits were a lower energy limit even than 7MJ maybe be applied. The The The

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‘Worst I’ve seen’ – Leicester face relegation again

Asmir Begovic said that he could “understand the The former Bosnia-Herzegovina player said that ” “It’s an important game against Hull and We need some luck and fortune, but we will keep pushing. Even if the results are in their favour, anything less than I don’t know what they are. The travelling fans at Fratton park chanted ” Nimesh Patel, a Foxes fan, “I don’t even know who they are,” Patel “There is no soul. There is no compassion. There is It is a disgrace that we have to travel hundreds “Related topicsLeicester CityChampionshipFootballMore on this storyLatest Leicester news, analysis and fan viewsListen to Leicester City content on BBC Sounds

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Rosenior feels ‘100%’ support from Chelsea owners

Image source: Getty ImagesByNizaar KinsellaFootball Reporter at Cobham Training Centre9 Minutes agoChelsea’s head coach Liam Rosenior said he felt “100%” of support from the club’s owners despite a four-game losing streak without a single goal. The sporting directors have been very supportive in our daily discussions. They’ve shown their support for me and my team. “We’re depending on them. We know that we must win football games in the near future. Behdad Eghbali, an influential co-owner, said last week that the hierarchy remained behind Rosenior. He added: “Ofcourse, it’s results business, but I think he can succeed long term.” “Eghbali said that Chelsea would be looking for more experienced players this summer and would “tweak” the plan if the plan was not working. They have the youngest squad in Premier League. We’ve talked about the now, the summer and the way we build. “We are all very clear about what we need, want and have to do to bring this club back to the place it should be. “Fofana apologizes, Joao is a doubt” After Saturday’s home loss to Manchester United, a video of defender Wesley Fofana appeared to ignore attempts from first-team coach Justin Walker to speak with him. Rosenior said, “I’ve talked to him about it. He’s just upset that we lost the game.” “I think he could’ve shown that emotion better and I’ve talked to him about it, but the optics is not the reality,” said Rosenior. “The reality is that I have a really strong group. Wes apologized for his reaction but these young players are bound to make mistakes. Wes apologised for his reaction, but these are young players who will make mistakes.

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Should Gabriel have been sent off for Haaland clash?

ByDale JohnsonFootball Issues Correspondent2 hours ago826 commentsThe running battle between Erling haaland and Gabriel was the theme of the title match between Manchester City vs Arsenal. The Norway forward had already been partially ripped during a physical tussle in City’s 2-1 victory on Sunday. Referee Anthony Taylor allowed both players to have some latitude in this kind of scrap, which is what fans enjoy in big games. However, things heated up in the 83rd minutes after Haaland fought Gabriel in an aerial duel. The VAR did not intervene. Image source, Getty Images. Why did the VAR not intervene? Image source, Getty ImagesWhat is a headbutt exactly? The laws of the game don’t specifically refer to it, so it’s wrapped up in violent conduct. Referee Taylor listened to this advice and booked both players because of their aggressive attitude. John Brooks, the VAR, must first consider that the incident was clearly seen by the assistant. Brooks could he really say Gabriel’s action was excessively violent or aggressive? This quiz will provide us with information about the events that led to the red card for Martinez. What information can we gather from this quiz? Why was Martinez sent off for a hair pull? Manchester United fans might disagree. Michael Carrick, the manager of the Red Devils, called it “one the worst” decisions that he had ever seen. If Gabriel had been sent off he would have missed three of Arsenal’s last five matches. He will instead be available for the fixtures with Newcastle, Fulham and West Ham. There can be no retroactive action as VAR effectively has rendered it obsolete in Premier League. The Football Association cannot bring charges if an incident was assessed by either the on-field team, or the VAR. How could Brooks – one of the most respected VARs who is regularly appointed to the biggest matches – make such different decisions. It is primarily because the hair pulling was not identified by the on field team. The VAR did not have a description to use, so it was easier for him to intervene. Arsenal fans must support the team in the title chase – Rooney9 Hours agoCould it encourage players to act? Gabriel has a lot of Haaland to thank for. Rooney said that Arsenal fans must help the team in title hunt. This is a common problem. If a player doesn’t react to a headbutt, trip, or push, it’s harder to prove that there was an offense. This only encourages players who want to get the right decision to play up in front of the cameras. For example, if Calvert-Lewin had not fallen down holding his hair, would Brooks even have picked up on the potential red card? We have a great example to compare. In November 2020, Taylor was the referee for Leeds against Arsenal. Nicolas Pepe, with the referee’s back turned, walked up and placed his face into the face Ezgjan Alioski, the North Macedonia International. Alioski was sent off after a VAR review. Mike Arteta, the Gunners’ manager at the time, said that Pepe’s actions were “unacceptable”. Pepe was sent to the stands after a VAR investigation, with Mike Arteta stating that his actions at the time were “unacceptable”. One problem with the Premier League is the high threshold of VAR intervention. This often leads to the most logical decisions not being reached. Haaland’s calmness is refreshing in a world where players are eager to fall to the ground. Haaland said, “If I fall down like any other player, it’s an automatic red card,” after the match. “It’s something I wouldn’t do. My father taught me that you should always stay on your feet. “Should I go down? Maybe. Then it would have been easier. “City boss Pep Guardiola will be hoping it does not come back to haunt his team if Gabriel proves to be a match-winner for Arsenal over the next three games.Related topicsPremier LeagueManchester CityArsenalFootballGet news, insight and fan views on your Premier League team12 MarchAll your football quizzes in one placeMore on this storyPremier League indexPremier League tablePremier League fixtures

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Lose ‘no ball games’ signs to get nation moving – MPs

Dan Roan

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Making PE a core subject in schools and removing unnecessary ‘no ball games’ signs are among the recommendations in a new report looking at barriers to sport and physical activity in England.

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee report highlights “persistent financial pressure, limited facilities, a lack of prioritisation in the school curriculum, and an absence of national co-ordination that prevents the system from operating effectively”.

It calls for a cross-government strategy to deliver a healthier nation, and an increase in funding to boost participation in local communities.

The MPs want spending on sport and recreation to go from the current 0.3% of total government expenditure to at least 0.6% over the next 10 years, claiming that “funding for school and community sport is insufficient and increasingly unstable”.

They also recommend that PE is granted the same status as English, mathematics and science in schools.

Their Game On report, external also calls for women’s football to be exempt from the long-standing restrictions on broadcasting the sport on Saturday afternoons, saying it was “key to inspiring activity” and that ministers should “intervene in discussions” between the football authorities.

In England and Scotland, no matches are currently shown during the ‘3pm blackout’ slot – 2.45pm-5:15pm – to encourage attendance at games.

“Evidence shows that when women’s sport is regularly broadcast, especially on free‑to‑air TV, girls are more likely to feel inspired and motivated to be active,” the report claims.

“A dedicated broadcast slot for women’s football would provide consistent coverage, grow audiences and challenge persistent gender stereotypes.”

Committee chair Dame Caroline Dinenage MP said: “We’re a country of sport lovers when it comes to supporting our stars at home and abroad, but there are too many barriers stopping people from getting up and giving it a go themselves at school and clubs in our communities.

“What we need is a national shift in the way we think about sport and a commitment at all levels to deliver a healthy and more active nation.

“Boosting the visibility of strong role models for girls is also key to inspiring activity, so giving women’s football a prime Saturday afternoon TV slot could have a transformative effect.”

Emily Robinson, chief executive of charity London Sport, which has campaigned for the removal of ‘no ball games’ signs in public spaces, said the report is “a significant and timely intervention at a critical moment for community sport and physical activity”.

Robinson added: “We are particularly pleased to see recognition of the importance of unlocking the spaces around us – including support for our ‘More Ball Games’ campaign – which shows how small, practical changes can remove barriers and open up opportunities for children and young people to be active.”

London Sport claims 560,000 Londoners are put off by the signs, and that each one removed could make up to 80 children more active.

Following a year-long inquiry, the MPs’ report concludes that despite strong demand, committed volunteers, and many successful local initiatives, sport and physical activity “remain under-recognised within national health policy, and that a statutory duty must be placed on local authorities to provide sporting and leisure facilities in their communities”.

It also says: “PE and daily movement are not being fully utilised in schools, leaving too many children, particularly the least active, without the health, wellbeing and learning benefits that regular activity provides.”

The MPs are calling for a minimum of two hours of high-quality PE each week to be mandatory.

“Curriculum time for PE has declined, its non‑core status has reduced its perceived value, and inequalities in participation have widened as a result,” the report states. “Making PE a core subject would raise its status and help ensure that physical activity is integrated across teaching and learning, rather than squeezed from the timetable.”

The MPs make the case that investing in sport “delivers social and economic benefits that will lead to significant savings” in health and welfare budgets, while further recommendations include introducing greater planning protections for playing fields and sporting facilities.

The report says the MPs are “concerned” that the government is considering stripping funding agency Sport England of its statutory right to be consulted before a playing field is built on.

The Department of Culture, Media and Sport has been approached for comment. Last year it said that a minimum of £400m would be invested into new and upgraded grassroots sports facilities “that promote health, wellbeing and community cohesion”, and that almost 1,000 community projects across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland were set to benefit.