News about Paulo Fonseca

Another Chelsea penalty row! Former Blues stars Fikayo Tomori and Tammy Abraham 'ignored Paulo Fonseca spot-kick order and risk being dropped' after AC Milan loss to Fiorentina

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 8, 2024
AC Milan stars Fikayo Tomori and Tammy Abraham are reportedly at risk of being dropped after ignoring manager Paulo Fonseca's penalty orders against Fiorentina. Fonseca had reportedly designated another former Chelsea star Christian Pulisic to take the Italian giants penalties. The Italian giants had been awarded a first half penalty against Fiorentina on Sunday, which was taken and missed by Theo Hernandez.

Tammy Abraham is 'close to a shock AC Milan move for £8.4m... with Roma striker part of Alexis Saelemaekers swap deal'

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 28, 2024
Former Chelsea star Tammy Abraham is reportedly close to joining Serie A side AC Milan from AS Roma. According to Fabrizio Romano, Paulo Fonseca's side is set for a swap deal with the Giallorossi, with Alexis Saelemaekers leaving the Rossoneri. The development comes after Abraham, who has been in the capital of Italy for the past three years, was unable to regain the confidence of his current manager in his abilities following a severe knee injury at the end of the 2022-23 season.

Revealed: Will Still's odds to become the next manager of West Ham after Europe's youngest boss left Ligue 1 club Reims

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 3, 2024
After news broke on Thursday that Will Still was leaving Ligue 1 Reims, speculation immediately surfaced as to where the Belgian will manage next. Still, 31, has been linked with a move to Sunderland following his departure from the French club. He was a Hammers fan growing up - and has mentioned multiple times in the past that he has a desire to manage in the Premier League.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is booked after FURIOUS touchline exchange with Lille boss Paulo Fonseca during Europa Conference League clash

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 18, 2024
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery and Lille boss Paulo Fonseca were both booked after a furious touchline row during their Europa Conference League clash on Thursday night.  The pair argued with one another late in the first half just seconds after Lille midfielder Benjamin Andre was shown a yellow card. It was the fourth booking of the half, with Nicolo Zaniolo, Emiliano Martinez and Nabil Bentaleb also cautioned, and Emery and Fonseca clearly had differing views on the decision.

Unai Emery leaps to defence of Aston Villa's set-pieces after Lille boss Paulo Fonseca urges referee to 'pay attention' to dark arts in Europa Conference League second leg

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 17, 2024
TOM COLLOMOSSE IN LILLE: Unai Emery has defended Aston Villa's tactics amid accusations of dark arts from Lille boss Paulo Fonseca. Ahead of Thursday night's Europa Conference League quarter-final in France, Fonseca urged Slovak referee Ivan Kruzliak to look closely at Villa's set piece routines. In last week's first leg, which Emery's men won 2-1, Lille were furious when markers were blocked by Villa players, allowing Ollie Watkins a free header for the opener.

Crystal Palace is considering Steve Cooper and Gareth Southgate as Roy Hodgson replacements, while Lille boss Paulo Fonseca is also applauded for his long-term managerial appointment

www.dailymail.co.uk, February 11, 2024
According to reports, Crystal Palace is considering former Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper and England head coach Gareth Southgate as potential replacements for Roy Hodgson. Hodgson, 76, has had a fruitful season in the dugout, but it has since faded, with Palace falling to within five points of the relegation zone after thrashings against Arsenal and Brighton.

In a dream tie, the French Cup minnows fly from the Caribbean to Lille in a dream tie, but they are defeated 12-0

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 7, 2024
In the French Cup Round of 16, Lille, the Ligue 1 giants, showed no mercy in defeating the Golden Lion, who suffered a 8,000-mile round trip, 12-0. Teams from France's overseas territories, such as those from the tiny Caribbean island, are welcome to participate in the intense competition. Following victories against Samaritaine and Troyenne, more than 7,000 clubs regularly participate in the tournament, and the Golden Lions were determined to extend their undefeated run at the home of the 2021 French champions.

If the chance to return to England,'s surely a dream,' Will Still be on his management journey and future as Sunderland shortlisted Tony Mowbray to replace him.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 6, 2023
Will Stilleman has been shortlisted by Sunderland as the Championship side seeks a replacement after firing Tony Mowbray on Monday. Since becoming Europe's youngest boss, the 31-year-old has seen his name soar, with Reims also ranked fifth in the Ligue 1 table so far this season. Dan Matthews of Mail Sport talked to Still about how his leadership journey was ignited by a video game, directing Reims' rise to the table, and his future ambitions to coach in England.

Jose Mourinho reveals he SNUBBED offers to join Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 7, 2023
Jose Mourinho has revealed that he turned down invitations to join Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli this summer. Following his release from Tottenham earlier this year, the Portuguese manager was hired by Roma in 2021, taking over from Paulo Fonseca in the dug-out at the Stadio Olympico. In his first season as coach, the 60-year-old helped the Italian team win the Europa Conference League, with roma finishing sixth in the Serie A while Mourinho's quarterfinals won the Italian Cup.

Despite barely escaping relegation, West Ham's David Moyes will continue as boss

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 24, 2023
Despite qualifying for the Europa Conference League Final, West Ham is expected to give David Moyes another season. Despite having previously checked on Paulo Fonseca, Brendan Rodgers, Graham Potter, and Marco Silva, the Hammers are'increasingly likely to keep Moyes' and'will not be looking for a new boss this summer.' According to the Guardian, the Hammers are 'increasingly likely to keep Moyes' and "will not be searching for a new manager this summer.' The West Ham boss has been under growing criticism this season, losing 19 league games to finish 14th in the Premier League table, nine points from safety.

Paulo Fonseca, the Lille manager, is interested in taking over at West Ham if David Moyessle leaves.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 5, 2023
According to reports, Lille manager Paulo Fonsecu is considering replacing David Moyes if the West Ham manager's position should come to an end this season. David Moyes' future after this season is in jeopardy, with the club already considering potential replacements. Following a difficult season that has left the club just four points away from the relegation zone, Moyes' position has been scrutinized for much of 2023.

Manchester United and Chelsea have agreed to compete for Jonathan David's services.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 28, 2023
According to reports, Manchester United and Chelsea are likely to sign Lille striker Jonathan David this summer. During Lille's triumph this season, David has played a pivotal part, with the club continuing to qualify European football under Paulo Fonseca. With 21 goals in 30 starts for Les Dogues, the Canadian forward currently ranks second in the Ligue 1 scoring charts, having scored 21 times in 30 starts.

I'm playing real-life football manager": Will Stillman, an Englishman, speaks out about being Reims boss

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 11, 2023
Exclusive INTERVIEW BY DANIEL MATTHEWS: Will Still, the youngest manager in Europe's top football leagues at the age of 30, has been in charge of the Ligue 1 team fully since being recalled in October. Europe's youngest team is unbeaten after Will took temporary charge. Nonetheless, the job is still full time, but also at a higher price.

Despite Belgium's dismal World Cup result, Roberto Martinez is a contender for the Portugal job.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 7, 2023
Despite assisting Belgium's losing World Cup campaign in Qatar, Roberto Martinez has reportedly emerged as a candidate for the vacant Portugal post. Martinez has been 'on the radar' of the Portuguese Football Federation as they look for a new head coach,' according to the Telegraph. The Spaniard could be forced to choose either a return to club leadership or a stay with international football.

'I'll call them,' says Louis van Gaal, hinting at a potential international return.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 20, 2022
If the Portugal FA wants to talk to Louis van Gaal, the Dutchman's third stint in charge of the Netherlands ended after the country's World Cup exit, with the team undefeated in normal time during Van Gaal's 20 matches in charge. They were forced to abandon Argentina in the quarter-finals due to a penalty shoot-out defeat, and that brought a curtain on Van Gaal's time as the national team's coach.

The rivals will have Fernando Santos as Portugal's manager, according to the World Cup

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 16, 2022
After being fired Fernando Santos after their World Cup departure, Portugal is looking for a new coach. Santos, a big-killer who ruled his team to glory at Euro 2016, saw them crash out of the quarter-finals with a 1-0 loss to Morocco. The 68-year-old's decision to stop Cristiano Ronaldo for both the last-16 victory over Switzerland and the loss to Morocco dominated headlines before being sent home.

Jose Mourinho of Roma has declined to comment in the aftermath of Fernando Santos' ouster as Portugal's boss

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 15, 2022
Fernando Santos (inset left) was fired by the Portuguese FA on Thursday after his team's surprise World Cup quarter-final loss to Morocco. On his arrival in the country with his Roma side, And Mourinho (right) was bombarded with questions about his future, but no one responded at all. The Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Manchester United boss remained steadfastly dismissing the media's concerns in a video on social media (left). The 59-year-old, who won the inaugural Europa Conference League trophy with the Italian side in May, then smiles as he picks up a microphone cover from the ground and hands it to a journalist before escorting aboard a squad bus with his players. Paulo Fonseca, Roma's predecessor (inset right), is also one of the candidates for Santos replacement.

After a quarter-final exit against Morocco and a drop of Ronaldo, Portugal sacked Fernando Santos

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 15, 2022
Fernando Santos has been fired as Portugal's national team coach. Portugal's 68-year-old boss (left) led Portugal to the quarter-finals of the World Cup in Qatar before losing 1-0 to Morocco last Saturday (inset). Santos was instrumental in Portugal's triumph in the European Championships in 2016 and later in 2018-19, winning the inaugural Nations League for the first time. Santos opted to dismiss Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo (right) ahead of his team's last-16 match against Switzerland, having lost patience with the 37-year-old forward after being substituted against South Korea during the group stage.

Following Portugal's humiliating World Cup departure at the hands of Morocco, Fernando Santos has been "set for the axe."

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 14, 2022
Fernando Santos, Portugal's manager, is likely to be dismissed following their World Cup quarterfinal exit, with Lille manager Paulo Fonseca expected to replace him. Morocco defeated Santos' side in the last eight, putting the Portugal manager under major pressure. According to GOAL, the Portuguese Football Federation is about to end his eight-year stint as the head coach of the national team. Santos' decision to drop Cristiano Ronaldo for the last-16 match against Switzerland paid off, as Goncalo Ramos' replacement Goncalo Ramos netted a hat-trick in their 6-1 victory. However, he has come under fire for leaving Ronaldo on the bench for the Morocco match.

Jose Mourinho, ALVISE CAGNAZZO: Jose Mourinho, either as a mentor or a Roma empire, will come crumbling down

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 10, 2022
ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY: Rome is a city that does not accept mistakes. There's heaven and hell, day and night, sun and moon, and the stars. The emotion swing in a city that has long appreciated writers' poetry and the blazes of emperor Nero. Jose Mourinho has a number of flaws. He can be selfish, presumptuous, and has a nasty streak etched in his DNA's cells, but he also has the gift of being a great character and communicator. His charisma is a magnet for players who want to be mentored by someone like him, whether it be Jurgen Klopp or Pep Guardiola.

After being seen clubbing night before being arrested by PSG, Lille's Mohamed Bayo was banished to reserve

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 23, 2022
Since being spotted clubbing the night before Lille's 7-1 loss to Paris Saint-Germain, Mohamed Bayo has been barred from Lille's first-team squad. Guinean boss Paulo Fonseca had not selected the Guinean to participate in the match at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy. The 24-year-old striker joined the club in the summer following a £10 million transfer from Ligue 1 side Clermont Foot and had been a transfer target for Premier League clubs such as West Ham United at one point.