Elite Soccer Clubs Fire Managers Based on Fit, Not Just Results
January 15, 2026 00:30Recent firings at top soccer clubs like Man United and Real Madrid highlight the importance of cultural fit over performance results in managerial decisions.
Recent firings at top soccer clubs like Man United and Real Madrid highlight the importance of cultural fit over performance results in managerial decisions.
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Xabi Alonso, a club legend turned coach, was sacked by Real Madrid after just 233 days following multiple disappointing results and player unrest.
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Barcelona and Real Madrid face off in the Supercopa final in Saudi Arabia, with both teams aiming for the first domestic trophy of the season. Key insights and predictions for the upcoming Clasico.
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Liverpool targets Real Madrid's Camavinga, Roma considers Salah, and Man United eyes Mateta. Stay updated with the latest transfer news and rumors.
Barcelona is considering signing Juventus' Dusan Vlahovic to replace Robert Lewandowski, while Liverpool eyes Kenan Yildiz. Get the latest transfer rumors here.
Barcelona targets João Cancelo, while Manchester United's Yan Diomande attracts Bayern Munich and PSG. Transfer Talk updates on Cancelo, Diomande, Bernardo Silva, and more.
Real Madrid is linked with AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit in the latest transfer news, as other top clubs show interest in the young talent. Get the details on this and more rumors.
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