Tom Burrows
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Football writer for The Athletic My articles:
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tom-burrows/
Hydration breaks have become one of the major talking points at the World Cup I looked at which broadcasters are using the breaks for advertising, the commercial opportunities they create, and whether they're here to stay
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How broadcasters are using hydration breaks â and might they be here to stay? (Gift Article)
TV companies around the world are taking different approaches. Some are making big money, others either are not or are unable to do so
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7365502/2026/06/17/hydration-breaks-broadcasters-tv-money?unlocked_article_code=1.q1A.3AB_.5BEkHBpgOijS&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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Very excited to see Michael Olise play in his first World Cup match tonight I spoke to his former school teachers, coaches and teammates about his pathway to the top, why it didn't work out at
#CFC
, his connection to France and what makes him so special
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The making of Michael Olise: The quiet kid who came alive on the pitch (Gift Article)
The Bayern Munich winger is one of Europe's best players. His talent has always been clear but his path to the top has had its challenges
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7254915/2026/05/06/michael-olise-the-making-of/?unlocked_article_code=1.qlA.DKfH.7qIKPK0fPykW&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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Just two months ago, Coca-Cola signed Cole Palmer as a 'football brand ambassador' A month later, he was left out of England's World Cup squad What does that mean for his partnership with Coca-Cola (and his other deals)? I spoke to industry experts to find out
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Cole Palmer, Coca-Cola and what happens when a World Cup brand deal falls flat (Gift Article)
The Chelsea forward's omission from Thomas Tuchel's squad left those companies who had signed him as a brand ambassador facing a dilemma
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7354280/2026/06/14/cole-palmer-england-coca-cola-world-cup?source=user_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.qFA.U9de.mAauRVCqRi96
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Le Mans FC are back in Ligue 1 - after a 16 year absence They have secured successive promotions and count Djokovic, Massa, Magnussen and Courtois among their famous investors I spoke to their new ownership group + Massa about their plans
#AllezLEMANSFC
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Le Mans FC: Franceâs big-name investor club who could be the next Como (Gift Article)
Successive promotions have restored Le Mans to Ligue 1 and the club have ambitious future plans, from youth development to infrastructure
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7317344/2026/05/30/le-mans-massa-courtois-djokovic-como/l?source=user_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.mVA.Tq41.-OEmMQAuWDRa
19 days ago
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Ăric Di Meco won the European Cup with Marseille in '93 He now plays in an Oasis tribute band Ahead of this yearâs
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final, we spoke about that famous OM side, the match-fixing scandal, Euro â96, meeting Noel Gallagher â and his favourite Oasis songs
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Meet the Champions League winner who now plays in an Oasis tribute band (Gift Article)
Ăric Di Meco was a European Cup winner with Marseille in 1993 but his love of that decade stretches beyond football
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7311595/2026/05/28/champions-league-winner-oasis-tribute-band-di-meco-marseille?unlocked_article_code=1.l1A.4jA_.gLjL0HUvtEzm&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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'If thereâs a fairy tale in the league this season, itâs probably us' How Hull City - who only stayed up on goal difference last year before being hit by a transfer embargo - defied the odds Central to their revival has been popular head coach Sergej Jakirovic
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How Hull City defied the odds: a transfer ban, a charismatic coach who idolises Klopp⌠and a trip to Vegas (Gift Article)
After narrowly avoiding relegation last season and with recruitment options limited, Hull were expected to struggle again this season
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7303331/2026/05/24/hull-city-premier-league-play-off-analysis?unlocked_article_code=1.k1A.T8g4.HAr4ccD4gCt5&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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I spent four months in the company of Millwall captain Jake Cooper It was an eventful period that ended with a painful defeat in the playoffs this week This tells the story of that time, the twists and turns along the way, and what life looks like for an EFL player
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Inside the world of an EFL footballer: Chairmanâs treat, dad mode and âthe worst feeling in footballâ (Gift Article)
The Athletic spent the past four months meeting Millwall captain Jake Cooper as his team pursued a place in the Premier League
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7272721/2026/05/14/inside-the-world-of-an-efl-footballer-chairmans-treat-norovirus-and-the-worst-feeling-in-football/?unlocked_article_code=1.iVA.iA__.sfQ60dAAKAWo&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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Frank Lampard interview âŞď¸ On misconception about British managers âŞď¸ Coventry promotion 'right at the top' of his career achievements âŞď¸ His personal point to prove after
#CFC
caretaker spell âŞď¸ Response to Steven Gerrard 'egotistical losers' remark (Free to read)
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Frank Lampard interview: Misconceptions of British managers, learning to be âtoughâ, challenges for Coventry (Gift Article)
Frank Lampard explains what he has learnt as promotion-winning Coventry manager and why the Premier League will be so challenging
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7257616/2026/05/07/frank-lampard-coventry-promotion-interview?source=emp_shared_article&unlocked_article_code=1.glA.2zG2.mVcbrsxQr0Cv&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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The making of Michael Olise, football's quiet genius Ahead of tonightâs semi final second leg, I spoke to Oliseâs former school teachers, coaches and teammates about his rise to the top, why he was let go by
#CFC
+
#MCFC
and what makes him so special
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The making of Michael Olise: The quiet kid who came alive on the pitch
The Bayern Munich winger is one of Europe's best players. His talent has always been clear but his path to the top has had its challenges
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7254915/2026/05/06/michael-olise-the-making-of/
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âŞď¸ Penalty shootout heroics with a fractured hand âŞď¸ Keen chess player, board game collector + talented mathematician âŞď¸ A 'natural born leader' âŞď¸ Friendship with Kvaratskhelia Matvey Safonov, PSG's Russian goalkeeper trying to keep Bayern Munich quiet over two ties
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Matvey Safonov: PSGâs Russian goalkeeper, a ânatural-born leaderâ with talent for chess and maths
The goalkeeper moved from Russia in 2024, is now settled in the French capital and wants to prove himself against Europe's best
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7225233/2026/04/27/matvey-safonov-psg-champions-league
about 2 months ago
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A 1-1 draw at Blackburn on Friday night sealed promotion for Frank Lampard's team â this is how they fought their way back from League Two to the Premier League. đ
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After 25 years, Coventry City have returned to the Premier League - sparking jubilant scenes in the away end at Ewood Park tonight A look at their remarkable journey back, the painful near misses - and Frank Lampardâs impact
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How Coventry City and Frank Lampard ended 25 years of hurt and returned to the promised land
From downward spiral to the fourth tier, back up to the top flight, via Wembley ups and downs â this is the story of their return
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7195996/2026/04/17/coventry-city-premier-league-promotion-lampard
2 months ago
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From a dire financial situation to Europeâs most profitable club I spoke to Lille's owners and president about how they did it: big focus on the academy, smart squad planning, finding 'raw diamonds' in the market + selling players for hefty profits
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Lille were close to bankruptcy. This is how they became Europeâs most profitable club
Lille were Ligue 1 champions in 2021, but there were major underlying problems that needed addressing by the new owners
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7166217/2026/04/04/lille-europe-most-profitable-club?source=emp_shared_article
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Cardiff City have today lost their damages claim against French side FC Nantes - more than seven years after the tragic death of Emiliano Sala in a plane crash Cardiff had sought âŹ120million in damages Story on what's been a long-running and bitter legal saga
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Cardiff lose âŹ120m damages claim against Nantes in Emiliano Sala case
The League One side were instead ordered to pay Nantes $480,000 in damages and legal fees.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7157772/2026/03/30/cardiff-emiliano-sala-nantes-claim
3 months ago
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I interviewed brothers Mohamed and Al Hassan Toure, who are dreaming of representing Australia at the World Cup That would mark another incredible chapter in their life story that began when they born in a refugee camp in Guinea
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Mohamed and Al Hassan Toure were born in a refugee camp. Now they are dreaming of the World Cup
Both players are in contention to make the Australia squad and could play against the United States this summer
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7111004/2026/03/28/mohamed-toure-al-hassan-australia/?source=emp_shared_article
3 months ago
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LFP have granted PSG their request to have big match vs RC Lens postponed - as it was in between their two games vs
#LFC
That match will now be on Wednesday May 13 LFP said decision taken to 'help France maintain its fifth place in the UEFA coefficient rankings'
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PSG successful in request for free weekend between Liverpool Champions League games
PSG were also granted the weekend off between their two games against Chelsea in the previous round of the competition.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7148667/2026/03/26/psg-liverpool-champions-league-games
3 months ago
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'This might have been a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join arguably the biggest club in the world. And heâs earned the opportunity' Visited Norwich to chat to Ajay Tavares' youth coach about his rise, after his Barcelona move With
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From Norwich to Barcelona: Ajay Tavares, the England Under-17s winger at La Masia
It is not exactly a path well travelled, but this move from East Anglia reflects an established youth policy at the Catalan club
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7146817/2026/03/26/ajay-tavares-norwich-barcelona-england-la-masia
3 months ago
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âHe wound his arm back and sucker-punched me in the back of the headâ After a series of recent incidents, I spoke to a number of people across amateur and non-league football in the UK about their ordeals - and whatâs really happening
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Special report: Violence in amateur football â âI canât comprehend why you would do that to someoneâ
Physical attacks against players on the pitch - often by opponents - can have serious consequences for the victims
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7080607/2026/03/24/violence-amateur-football-special-report
3 months ago
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LFP confirm PSG have asked for big Ligue 1 match vs RC Lens to be postponed PSG currently scheduled to play Lens on April 11, in between their two
#UCL
matches vs
#LFC
Lens strongly against fixture being moved, but LFP have final say
#LFC
also play on April 11
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Paris Saint-Germain request Lens match postponement due to Liverpool tie
PSG are due to face second-place Lens in the week between their quarter-final legs in April.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7141233/2026/03/23/paris-saint-germain-lens-liverpool-champions-league-postponement
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Paris Saint-Germainâs demolition of Chelsea over two legs suggests theyâre peaking at the perfect time Their injury problems are easing, Barcola is in fine form, while Kvaratskhelia was a constant menace last night My piece on
#PSG
from Stamford Bridge
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Have PSG rediscovered the form that led them to Champions League glory?
The holders dismantled Chelsea with ease and now have many of their injured players back as they head into the quarter-finals
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7127232/2026/03/18/psg-champions-league-chelsea
3 months ago
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My interview with Paulo Fonseca - very engaging company âŞď¸ Lyonâs 13 straight wins âŞď¸ Navigating a nine-month ban âŞď¸ Why he deserved more time at AC Milan âŞď¸ Calling football 'pleasure' but sadness at how game's changed âŞď¸ Heartbreak over the war in Ukraine
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Paulo Fonseca: From a nine-month ban to rebuilding Lyonâs reputation â âFootball is a pleasureâ
The Portuguese coach is loving life in Ligue 1. After a nine-month suspension, he is spearheading Lyon's push for silverware
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7059571/2026/02/21/paulo-fonseca-lyon-head-coach-ban-interview/?source=emp_shared_article
4 months ago
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Roberto De Zerbi is gone, but the drama continues at
#OM
Another 2-0 lead thrown away (with a 96th min equaliser). Protests during the game. And now Mehdi Benatia has departed too My piece on De Zerbiâs 18 months at a club lurching toward yet another crisis
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Inside Roberto De Zerbiâs wild ride at Marseille â TV bust-ups, European highs and a 2.35am exit
The Italian's tumultuous reign contained big highs and crushing lows before ending on a sour note this week
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7044950/2026/02/14/roberto-de-zerbi-marseille-reign-inside-story
4 months ago
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TimothĂŠe Chalamet, the football years 𧤠Playing in goal at Manhattan Kickers đŤđˇ Summers at French football camp đ His love for AS Saint-Ătienne â˝ď¸ Idolising BafĂŠtimbi Gomis growing up (I spoke to the ex-France striker about that) đĽ Facing Joe Gomez in pre-season match
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Timothee Chalamet â the soccer years: âIâm sure his dream was to become a professionalâ
Timothee Chalamet has been nominated for this year's Academy Award for Best Actor - but before all that, there were his years on the pitch
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7003853/2026/02/15/timothee-chalamet-football-soccer-best-actor
4 months ago
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Roberto De Zerbiâs 18-month spell in charge of
#OM
featured real highs but there were also moments of severe turbulence + wildly inconsistent results A big read on his tenure, exit, and a dramatic final fortnight at one of Europeâs most volatile clubs
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Inside Roberto De Zerbiâs wild ride at Marseille â TV bust-ups, European highs and a 2.35am exit
The Italian's tumultuous reign contained big highs and crushing lows before ending on a sour note this week
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7044950/2026/02/14/roberto-de-zerbi-marseille-reign-inside-story/?source=emp_shared_article
4 months ago
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'Itâs David against Goliath' I went behind the scenes at RC Lens last week, who are trying to do the unthinkable and pip Paris Saint-Germain to the Ligue 1 title Includes interviews with their owner, head coach and captain
#FiersDEtreLensois
#RCL
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Inside RC Lens: The David challenging Paris Saint-Germainâs Goliath in France
We visit northern France to speak to the key figures at a small club taking on the might of a team funded by a nation state
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7017685/2026/02/04/lens-sage-thomasson-psg-ligue-1?source=emp_shared_article
4 months ago
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Spent some time with Racing Club de Lens this week, one of the feel-good stories in Europe this season, who are dreaming of a first title since 1998 At Stade Bollaert-Delelis for tonightâs match vs Le Havre A win puts RC Lens back to the top of Ligue 1, above PSG
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5 months ago
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The Athletic | Football
5 months ago
At his worst, Omar Bogle was taking 18 or 19 sleeping pills every night. Bogle is not an isolated example â one expert warns that âmost clubs have got at least three or four people who are taking sleeping pills on a regular basis.â
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on footballâs sleeping pills problem.
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Footballâs sleeping pills problem: âMy usage was ridiculous â I was in La La Landâ
The Athletic spoke to people involved in football about the problems with sleeping pills
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6985266/?source=bsky_uk
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'I was in a constant state of sedation' Football has a hidden problem with sleeping pills I spoke to a number of players who developed an addiction to them - and explored why footballers may be especially vulnerable
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Footballâs sleeping pills problem: âMy usage was ridiculous â I was in La La Landâ
The Athletic spoke to people involved in football about the problems with sleeping pills
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6985266/2026/01/30/football-sleeping-pills-problem
5 months ago
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Chelseaâs most complete performance under Liam Rosenior so far, vs
#CPFC
Estevao the standout, but Santos - whom Rosenior has compared to Dunga - excellent too A platform for
#CFC
+ Rosenior to build on, ahead of a packed schedule My write up from Selhurst Park
www.nytimes.com/athletic/699...
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Could Chelsea and Liam Rosenior benefit from looking after rather than protecting Estevao?
Estevao was the difference maker for Chelsea against Crystal Palace on Sunday
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6997428/2026/01/26/estevao-chelsea-liam-rosenior-analysis
5 months ago
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Tom Burrows
The Athletic | F1
5 months ago
McLaren has been awarded more than $12m in its legal case against four-time IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou. The dispute dates back to October 2022, when Palou agreed to sign for McLarenâs IndyCar team, Arrow McLaren. More from
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McLaren awarded more than $12m in legal case against IndyCar champion Alex Palou
The dispute dates back to October 2022, when Palou agreed to sign for McLarenâs IndyCar team, Arrow McLaren.
https://theathletic.com/6993801/?source=bsky_hq
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Piece with
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from an unconvincing
#CFC
victory against Pafos
#CFC
struggled again against a team set up in a low block, while Delap + Garnacho flattered to deceive Still, an important win for
#CFC
who are now 8th Napoli (a) their last game
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Chelsea 1 Pafos 0 â Low-block toils, set-piece reward but will this do in Naples?
Liam Rosenior's side dominated against the Cypriot minnows but only prevailed with a goal from a set piece 12 minutes from the end
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6983722/2026/01/21/chelsea-pafos-rosenior-delap-caicedo-ucl
5 months ago
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The Athletic | Football
5 months ago
Paris Saint-Germain defender Lucas Hernandez and his wife say they have ânever acted with malicious intent or in contempt of the lawâ after it was alleged they had trafficked and overworked a Colombian family in their employ. More from
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PSG defender Lucas Hernandez denies charges of human trafficking and undeclared work from Colombian family
The Versailles Judicial Court have confirmed that an investigation is underway. Hernandez denies the charges.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6988990/?source=bsky_uk
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At Stamford Bridge where thereâs a
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fan protest against the clubâs ownership âWe donât care about Clearlake, they donât care about us, all we care about is Chelsea FCâ Other chants of âBlueCo outâ RC Strasbourg fans also have a protest planned tomorrow against BlueCo
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At Stamford Bridge tonight for
#CFC
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#AFC
where Liam Rosenior has just been introduced to the home supporters for the first time
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If Liam Rosenior had any doubts about the scale of the job heâs taking on, it was made clear during Wednesdayâs defeat at
#FFC
As he looks to win over
#CFC
fans, starting in the FA Cup vs
#CAFC
, what are the supposed benefits of hiring within a multi-club model?
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Liam Rosenior, Chelsea and the benefits and risks of hiring within a multi-club model
Rosenior has joined from their French sister club Strasbourg. How will that impact his time at Stamford Bridge?
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6957165/2026/01/10/liam-rosenior-chelsea-multi-club-model?source=emp_shared_article
5 months ago
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At Craven Cottage yesterday,
#CFC
travelling fans turned on their owners It puts Liam Rosenior - who was watching from the stands next to Behdad Eghbali - under even greater pressure to hit the ground running Here's what he would have learnt from last night
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What Liam Rosenior might have learned watching Chelsea from the stands
The new Chelsea head coach watched the loss at Fulham alongside co-owner Behdad Eghbali and there was plenty to digest
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6952650/2026/01/08/liam-rosenior-chelsea-fulham
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At Craven Cottage tonight for
#FFC
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Chelsea fans in the front of the away end holding up a âBlueCo Outâ banner New
#CFC
head coach Liam Rosenior watching from the stands tonight, seated next to Behdad Eghbali
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Piece from Nice where I spoke to RC Strasbourg away fans about how they feel about Liam Roseniorâs potential exit to
#CFC
, BlueCo and how all that compares to INEOS-owned Nice With INEOS still actively looking to sell Nice, itâs left the club in limbo
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Strasbourg fans on Liam Roseniorâs potential exit and comparisons with INEOS-owned Nice
BlueCo's Strasbourg drew 1-1 with INEOS' Nice on Saturday â The Athletic spoke to supporters of both clubs about life in a multi-club model
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6938153/2026/01/04/strasbourg-liam-rosenior-chelsea-nice-ineos?source=emp_shared_article
6 months ago
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At the Allianz Riviera tonight for Ineos-owned OGC Nice v BlueCo-owned RC Strasbourg - a multi-club clash Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior is the frontrunner for the Chelsea job Nice have lost their last 7 Ligue 1 matches + have a new manager in the returning Claude Puel
6 months ago
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The Athletic | Football
6 months ago
Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior has said âyou never know what tomorrow will bringâ after he was linked with the managerial vacancy at Chelsea. More from
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The Athletic | Football
6 months ago
Chelsea have parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca less than two years into his contract. Full story from
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The Athletic | Football
6 months ago
Graham Scott was a Premier League referee for a decade. He sat down with
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âŞď¸How he dealt with abuse âŞď¸Why referees shouldnât do post match interviews âŞď¸Working as a VAR âŞď¸His defence of English referees What itâs like to be a Premier League referee, an interview with Graham Scott
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What is it like to be a Premier League referee? An interview with Graham Scott
Scott refereed in the Premier League for a decade before retiring in 2024. He has spoken to The Athletic about his career...
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6895973/2025/12/30/graham-scott-interview-premier-league-referee/?source=emp_shared_article
6 months ago
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Watched
#WHUFC
yesterday at the London Stadium Some grounds for optimism - Nuno seems to have found a balanced midfield trio + Bowen excellent But defence is leaky and on an emotional day celebrating Billy Bonds, there's a lack of leadership in the current team
www.nytimes.com/athletic/688...
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West Ham need leaders like Billy Bonds if they are to survive in the Premier League
The defeat against Villa once again highlighted West Hamâs defensive frailties, as well as their dearth of leaders
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6888855/2025/12/15/west-ham-aston-villa-leadership-analysis
6 months ago
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He scored 256 goals for PSG and won six Ligue 1 titles with the club Now Kylian Mbappe and
#PSG
are locked in a bitter âŹ700m legal battle This is the story of how a once-harmonious relationship collapsed
www.nytimes.com/athletic/687...
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Kylian Mbappe and PSG are claiming hundreds of millions of euros from each other. This is why
One of the worldâs greatest footballers wants âŹ263million. The European champions' counterclaim is for âŹ440m
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6878165/2025/12/12/kylian-mbappe-psg-claim-court-why/?source=emp_shared_article
6 months ago
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đš Pride at representing Thailand đš Missed penalty on his international debut đš Scored two in his second game, an Asian Cup qualifier đš His time at
#CFC
and
#THFC
đš A new start at
#GTFC
My interview with former
#CFC
striker Jude Soonsup-Bell
www.nytimes.com/athletic/684...
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Jude Soonsup-Bell on Chelsea, Spurs and his new international career with Thailand
The former Chelsea and Spurs youngster - an England youth international - has switched to play for the country of his mother's birth
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6844361/2025/12/02/jude-soonsup-bell-interview-chelsea-spurs-thailand
7 months ago
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Sense of shock among the Nice squad after facing a hostile reception from hundreds of fans at their training ground last night, with particular anger directed at Boga, Moffi and sporting director Maurice. After Lorient defeat, Nice have now lost six in a row
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Nice players physically assaulted in confrontation with hundreds of fans following Lorient defeat
After Sunday's 3-1 loss around 400 Nice supporters gathered at the clubâs training ground.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6852320/2025/12/01/nice-players-assaulted-fans-training-ground
7 months ago
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Excl interview with Domenico Tedesco ahead of the Intercontinental Derby đ Trying to win Fenerbahce's first title for 11 years đšđˇ Following Mourinho + the level of refereeing in Turkey đť On being labelled a 'laptop coach' đ§đŞ Belgium spell + fallout with Courtois
www.nytimes.com/athletic/684...
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Domenico Tedesco interview: âEverywhere you go, you have Fenerbahce fans. You feel this electricityâ
The Athletic spoke to Fenerbahce's head coach before the Intercontinental Derby against Galatasaray on Monday
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6842097/2025/11/30/domenico-tedesco-interview-fenerbahce
7 months ago
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đš A punch from Dennis Wise on the subs bench đš An earful from Roy Keane đš Tactical lessons from Thomas Tuchel I spoke to the one-game
#CFC
players about their memories of a day they'll never forget
www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
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Chelseaâs one-game wonders: âI didnât realise how big an achievement it wasâ
The Athletic has spoken to some of the players who only made solitary appearances for Chelsea
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6807435/2025/11/24/chelsea-one-appearance-former-players
7 months ago
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reposted by
Tom Burrows
The New York Times
7 months ago
From
@theathleticfc.bsky.social
: By trademarking his celebration, Cole Palmer joins a select group that includes Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappe. His move could signal the start of a trend among soccer players.
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Cole Palmerâs celebration trademark: Have others done the same? Will it become more common?
Cole Palmer's decision to trademark his celebration has led to a series of other questions
https://nyti.ms/4igYZ3l
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