Austrian Airlines and the Austrian Football Association (ÖFB) announced a multi-year partnership. Starting January 1, 2025, Austrian Airlines will be the exclusive carrier for the national football team, transporting them to World Cup qualifiers and Nations League games. This collaboration enhances both brands’ visibility and provides logistical support for the team.
Roberto Mancini has been dismissed as the coach of the Saudi Arabia national team after a disappointing run of results. The decision was announced by the Saudi Football Federation, ending his tenure after 14 months in the role. Mancini’s departure comes as a surprise, as he had previously led the Italian national team to victory in the 2020 European Championship. However, his time with Saudi Arabia has been marked by inconsistency, with the team struggling to achieve success in key competitions.
Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager, Thomas Tuchel, has been appointed as England’s new head coach, succeeding Gareth Southgate. The German tactician will officially take charge in January 2025, aiming to lead England to further success on the international stage.
Mauricio Pochettino, the new head coach of the US Men’s National Team, has officially brought in his trusted coaching staff, including his long-time assistant coaches and a sports scientist. The team is gearing up for their first training camp ahead of upcoming friendlies against Panama and Mexico.
Amarjit Singh Kiyam, once a shining star of Indian football, has faced setbacks and injuries that hampered his national team ambitions. Now, with a renewed focus on mental strength and a starring role for Mohammedan Sporting in the ISL, he’s determined to reclaim his place on the international stage and achieve his dream of playing for Asian clubs.
Former Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has criticized Marcelo Bielsa’s coaching style, alleging it has created a rift within the national team, leading some players to consider quitting. Suarez, who retired from international football last month, expressed concerns about Bielsa’s tactics and management, citing specific instances of mistreatment and an overall negative atmosphere within the squad.
Italy manager Luciano Spalletti has pledged to rebuild his team after their disappointing performance at the recent European Championship. He accepts responsibility for the team’s struggles and plans to create a new group with less pressure and more freedom on the pitch.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has stated that he expects the club to be his final coaching job, expressing a lack of enthusiasm for coaching a national team. The 65-year-old Italian, who has a two-year contract with Real Madrid, is content with the day-to-day aspects of club management and finds the idea of coaching a national team less appealing.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez as the new head coach of the senior men’s national team for the next three years. The appointment was made after a thorough selection process and Marquez was chosen for his knowledge of the Indian football ecosystem and his experience in developing Indian players. The AIFF also decided to postpone the relegation process in the Indian Super League for another season and appointed Anilkumar Prabhakaran as the new secretary general.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has appointed Manolo Marquez, the current head coach of FC Goa, as the new head coach of the Indian men’s national football team. He succeeds Igor Stimac and will continue his role at FC Goa until 2025 while also taking on the national team duties. Marquez, a Spanish coach, has experience in the Indian football system having previously led Hyderabad FC to an ISL title in 2022.
