Julian Nagelsmann appointed as new Bayern Munich manager

Bayern Munich have announced that Julian Nagelsmann will leave Bundesliga rivals RB Leipzig to become their new head coach on July 1st. The Bavarian club were forced into the move after current manager Hansi Flick request his contract be terminated at the end of the season as he eyes taking over the German national team.

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Pats and Rovers remain unbeaten at the top – LOI Lowdown

St. Patrick’s Athletic and Shamrock Rovers continue to set a blistering pace in the Premier Division with only goal difference separating the sides. Derry City’s decision to change manager has paid off while Athlone continue to control things in the First Division.

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Manchester City win fourth Carabao Cup in a row as Laporte sinks Spurs

Manchester City claimed a record-equalling fourth successive League Cup triumph as Aymeric Laporte’s late header sealed a deserved victory over Tottenham at Wembley. Spurs had soaked up intense City pressure for most of the game to somehow stay in contention before Laporte scored in the 82nd minute.

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Werner ends goal drought as Chelsea down West Ham

Timo Werner’s first-half strike helped strengthen Chelsea’s grip on the top four with a 1-0 win at West Ham, who saw Fabian Balbuena controversially sent off after a VAR intervention. Chelsea’s winner came just before half-time through Werner’s first Premier League goal since mid-February.

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Ryan Giggs relieved of Wales Euro 2020 duties following assault charges

Wales manager and former Manchester United player Ryan Giggs has been charged with assaulting two women. The Football Association of Wales issued a statement saying caretaker boss Robert Page, who has overseen matches since November, would remain in charge for Euro 2020.

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