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      Former Championship star, 39, working TWO international manager jobs at once ahead of World Cup qualifiers

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      SCOTT WISEMAN has seen his workload double after landing a SECOND international management job.The former Championship star was already the boss of Gibraltar’s women’s team.Scott Wiseman has two head coach roles in GibraltarCredit: YoutubeHe enjoyed a solid career in the EFLCredit: PA:Press AssociationWiseman (back row second from left) earned 38 caps for GibraltarCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowNow the 39-year-old has taken charge of the men’s team too.Wiseman retired from playing back in May 2023, having played in England’s second tier with Hull and Barnsley.He hung up his boots following a three-year spell at Lincoln Red Imps in Gibraltar.He was a full international for the British territory as he collected 38 caps.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSWiseman took up a job with the national set-up as he started coaching the Under-16s.Not long after retiring, he was made the head coach of the Gibraltar women’s team as well as the U19 women’s team.He now has an even bigger workload as he has landed the top job in the men’s team.The Gibraltar FA confirmed his appointment with a brief statement and confirmed that his role with the women remains “unaffected.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt read: “The Gibraltar Football Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Wiseman as Interim Head Coach of the Gibraltar Men’s National Team for the upcoming Fifa World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers against Montenegro and Czechia later this month.”Scott’s current role with the Women’s National Team remains unaffected.”Football Fixers | Cutting it with Premier League Football StarsWiseman’s playing careerHere is a look at Scott Wiseman’s playing career before he went into coaching…Club career:Hull City, 2003–2007Appearances: 17Goals: 0Assists: 0Boston United, 2005 loanAppearances: 2Goals: 0Assists: 0Rotherham United, 2006–2007 loanAppearances: 21Goals: 1Assists: 0Darlington, 2007–2008Appearances: 20Goals: 0Assists: 0Rochdale, 2008–2011 and 2018 loanAppearances: 127Goals: 1Assists: 8Barnsley, 2011–2014Appearances: 111Goals: 1Assists: 4Preston North End, 2014-2015Appearances: 48Goals: 2Assists: 2Scunthorpe United, 2015-2017Appearances: 5Goals: 2Assists: 4Chesterfield, 2017-2018Appearances: 29Goals: 0Assists: 1Salford City, 2018-2020Appearances: 81Goals: 4Assists: 7Lincoln Red Imps, 2020-2023Appearances: 75Goals: 3Assists: 8International career:Gilbraltar, 2013–2023Caps: 38Goals: 0Assists: 1He will be trusted straight into the deep end with two World Cup qualifiers around the corner.Wiseman will be in the dugout for Gibraltar’s matches against Montenegro and the Czech Republic on March 22 and 25.Following those fixtures, he will have to switch his focus back to his duties with the women’s team.He has already led them into the first Nations League clashes and will have the second round of fixtures in April.The first game ended in a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Moldova, which was then followed by another close loss to the Faroe Islands.Speaking after the Moldova match, Wiseman hailed how far the team had come.He said: “When they realized how far they’ve come, they had their own personal win and their own team win despite the result.READ MORE SUN STORIES“It was a tough end to the match in Moldova in our opening group game, but a great team performance.”I think there were only positives; the disappointment of conceding so late subsided pretty quickly after the game.”Who are these famous footballers? More

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      England manager Thomas Tuchel parties with ex-Chelsea stars including Mason Mount, Jorginho and Reece James in reunion

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      THOMAS TUCHEL reunited with his Chelsea Champions League winning squad including Mason Mount and Jorginho. The German famously led the Blues to their second European cup in 2021 before leaving the club just a year later. England manager Thomas Tuchel reuniting with JorginhoCredit: InstagramMason Mount and ex-Chelsea team-mate JorginhoCredit: InstagramMount, Trevoh Chalobah, Jorginho, Reece James and Ben Chilwell reuniteCredit: InstagramJorginho with fiancee Catherine HardingCredit: InstagramJorginho lets out a big grinCredit: InstagramThe couple pose with some friendsCredit: InstagramCatherine shared the snaps onlineCredit: InstagramBut now he is back in England as Three Lions boss where he prepares to work under some of the same stars again. And Tuchel was pictured linking up with his former players in a social media post shared by Jorginho’s fiancee Catherine Harding. In one snap, Jorginho has his arms around former manager Tuchel, who is posing in a navy outfit and a cap on. Other photos show Jorginho with James, Ben Chilwell, Mount and Trevoh Chalobah in a reunion picture that sent Chelsea fans wild. READ MORE ON CHELSEA One said: “Tears in my eyes man.”Another added: “I miss this squad!”One beamed: “This is a beautiful sight.”Another said: “We miss them.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTuchel has visited several stadiums in England ahead of his first set of official games in charge – against Albania and Latvia in March.And as revealed by SunSport, he held talks with exiled Arsenal defender Ben White over a return to international football. ‘I’m getting emotional’ – England manager Thomas Tuchel’s comments on Cole Palmer leave Chelsea fans close to tearsChelsea skipper James is currently fit after lengthy spells on the sidelines this season amid a hamstring injury. And Chilwell could now fight for a place in Tuchel’s squad after securing a loan from Stamford Bridge to Crystal Palace.Chalobah is also back at Chelsea after his loan to Palace was cut short – but the centre-back is only now returning from a slight back problem. Mount meanwhile has been out since December after suffering a thigh injury with his England hopes taking a huge blow. Tuchel is preparing for life as England managerCredit: Getty More

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      England women’s clash suspended as lights GO OUT at Wembley with pitch plunged into darkness

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      ENGLAND’s World Cup final rematch with Spain was halted following a floodlight failure at Wembley. The Home of Football was plunged into darkness during the Lionnesses’ Nations League clash on Wednesday night. England’s clash with Spain was halted as the lights went out at WembleyCredit: PAThe Home of Football’s floodlights failed midway through the second halfCredit: PAFans in the stands attempted to help by using their torch lightsCredit: ReutersJessica Park gave England a deserved lead in front of a packed house in the capital.But shortly after the break, the floodlights abruptly cut out. Play was suspended for several minutes as both teams gathered on the side of the field. Sarina Wiegman used the time to hold an impromptu talk with her team, who had been under pressure since the restart.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe stadium’s advertising hoardings remained on despite the power failure.And the spectators attempted to play their part by waving thousands of phone torches in the darkness.Eventually, Wembley staff managed to get the lights turned back on to cheers from the terraces. One fan laughed on X: “Quick someone stick a quid in the meter.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd another asked: “What would have happened if someone had made a shot at goal just as the lights went out? If the ball goes in but lights are out….what happens?”England were beaten 1-0 in the 2023 World Cup final, with Olga Carmona scoring the only goal of the game. Sarina Wiegman gives ‘most honest answer from manager ever’ in post-match interview after England reach World Cup finalThe Lionesses got their own back on Wednesday, holding on after Park’s scrappy strike to go joint-top of Group 3 alongside Portugal. England are looking forward to the women’s Euros later this summer.The Sun on Sunday recently revealed pubs will be open later in July if England or Wales reach the finals.Weigman’s team are defending their crown in Switzerland after winning the Euros in 2022 with a 2-1 extra-time victory over Germany.Policing Minister Dame Diana Johnson said: “The Lionesses showed us in 2022 what it means to bring football home.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And now we want to make sure the whole nation can come together again to cheer on our teams. “These plans will help our pubs and bars stay open longer if England or Wales make it to the final stages, allowing friends and families to celebrate together and providing a welcome boost to our hospitality industry.”  More

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      Bournemouth star, 21, switches international allegiance to play under ex-Premier League boss after representing England

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      BOURNEMOUTH star Daniel Jebbison has switched his national allegiance away from England.The 21-year-old striker has agreed to represent Canada, according to reports.Daniel Jebbison has switched his national allegiance away from EnglandJebbison was born in Oakville, Ontario, but is eligible to represent England and Jamaica through his parents.He has been capped 13 times across three different age groups in England’s youth set up.The Prem star was part of the Three Lions side that won the 2022 Under-19 Euros, where he scored against Serbia in the group stage.But he has swapped his allegiance as Canada Soccer has landed one of the most sought-after dual-nationals in the programme’shistory. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSJebbison has started the process of his Fifa one-time change of association.An official announcement from Canada Soccer is expected soon, reports The Athletic.Should that be completed in time, he would likely attend his first Canada training camp in March as part of the Concacaf Nations League finals.Canada will face Mexico in the semifinals, with the winner advancing to meet either the U.S. or Panama.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSEx-Leeds boss Jesse Marsch has managed Canada since May 2024.Marsch attended Bournemouth’s 1-0 loss to Wolves at the Vitality Stadium to see Jebbison come on in the 89th minute.Bournemouth star Dean Huijsen couldn’t be happier being nominated for Premier League player of the month Marsch had several conversations with the striker and stressed the importance of Canada being one of three host nations for the 2026 World Cup.Jebbison has been a regular substitute for Bournemouth in the second half of this season, since returning from a loan to Championship side Watford.He has two goals in two FA Cup appearances this term and previously starred for Sheffield United in 2019.Jebbison last played for England’s Under-20 side in May 2023 at the Fifa U-20 World Cup.He was also partly convinced of how he could thrive with Canada thanks to a video Marsch and his staff created.Canada turned to three top stars in Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David and Alistair Johnston, to record video messages expressing their interest in having Jebbison join.Marsch also put a personal touch in his recruitment plan by creating a one-off Canada-themed pair of Air Jordans to gift to Jebbison.Ex-Leeds boss Jesse Marsch has managed Canada since May 2024 More

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      Arsenal star Myles Lewis-Skelly moves closer to shock England debut after just EIGHT Premier League starts

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      ARSENAL defender Myles Lewis-Skelly is moving closer to landing a shock England debut despite having made just eight Premier League starts.New England boss Thomas Tuchel, preparing for next month’s World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia, has been impressed by the form of the teenage sensation who has starred at left-back for Mikel Arteta this term.New England boss Thomas Tuchel is eyeing up Myles Lewis-Skelly for a surprise call-upCredit: PAThe Arsenal teenager has only made eight Premier League startsCredit: RexEngland are desperately short in that area with both Luke Shaw and Ben Chilwell having suffered numerous injury issues.Newcastle’s Lewis Hall featured twice for England under interim manager Lee Carsley in November.While Rico Lewis, Kyle Walker and Levi Colwill have also played at left-back for the Three Lions.Tottenham’s Djed Spence has also been in decent form for Tottenham at left-back even though he is right-sided.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLYet Tuchel will prefer players featuring in their natural positions and Lewis-Skelly, 18, already looks at home in that left-back spot.Incredibly, he has yet to feature for the under-21s and only made his under-19s debut in Croatia in September.Previously, Arsenal team-mate Declan Rice said: “This kid is just special, very special. He can go to the top.”For an 18-year-old to be that good, that comfortable, that strong, it was like he was built in a lab. I said that to him the other day.Most read in Football”It’s just ridiculous how good he is, but he has a long way to go. “He’s so level-headed, he’s got a great family around him.”Thomas Tuchel’s first day at St. George’s Park as he meets England staff and coaches In Arsenal’s 2-0 win at Leicester on Saturday, Lewis-Skelly delivered a goal-saving intervention with the score at 0-0.Tuchel meanwhile, is also likely to hand first call-ups to other players.Ipswich’s in-form striker Liam Delap is another player in the frame.Forgotten England stars could benefit from Tuchel appointmentWITH Thomas Tuchel announced as the next England manager, a few forgotten stars might be hopeful of a return to the international set up.The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager usually uses a 3-4-3 formation.That could provide an opening for Mason Mount, who’s not been involved in the England set-up since the World Cup in 2022.The now Manchester United star enjoyed his most successful spell under Tuchel while the pair were at Stamford Bridge.Tuchel could also offer lifelines to other previously capped players such as Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Eric Dier.RLC has excelled since his move to AC Milan and with England struggling to find a partner for Rice, he could be the surprise answer.Meanwhile, Dier played for Tuchel at Bayern Munich as part of a back-three last season.The defender did enough to convince the club to make his loan move permanent after he had fallen out of favour at Tottenham.Click here to see the full England XI who could play under Tuchel.The former Man City ace has netted 10 times since joining the Tractor Boys last summer. England face Albania at Wembley on March 21 and then entertain Latvia three days later. More

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      Newcastle star Jacob Murphy, 29, approached over shock switch of international allegiance from England

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      JACOB MURPHY has reportedly been approached about switching his international allegiance.The 29-year-old winger is enjoying an impressive season for Newcastle in the Premier League. Jacob Murphy has enjoyed a strong season at St James ParkCredit: GettyThe Toon winger has already registered 9 assists this seasonCredit: GettyMurphy has scored five times for the Toon so far in 2024/25.He also leads the club’s assists charts with nine, already a career-high tally with three months of the season to go. There have been suggestions England manager Thomas Tuchel should call up Murphy for his first Three Lions squad.Murphy played for England across four youth age groups, with his last involvement in the under-21 Euros in 2017. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBut, according to reports in Nigeria, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has “made contact” in a bid to get Murphy to switch allegiance.The former Norwich star qualifies to play for Nigeria through his father. Nigeria have endured a tough start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. The Super Eagles had been expected to cruise through a group that features South Africa, Rwanda, Benin, Lesotho and Zimbabwe.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut three draws and a defeat from their opening 4 games have made things tough for the African country, who have reached six of the last seven World Cups.As well as Nigeria, Murphy is eligible to represent Ireland through his mother.The Sun’s Charlie Wyett reacts to World Cup 2026 qualifying draw as Thomas Tuchel’s England are placed in group full of controversyMurphy has proved to be an unsung hero this season at St James Park.Newcastle are chasing the European places, with striker Alexander Isak stealing the plaudits thanks to a remarkable run of form.Boss Eddie Howe has come out to praise Murphy – and claims Isak’s heroics are in part down to the winger.Howe said: “He’s been very, very important and probably more than people realise.Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle reportedly wants to tempt Murphy to switch international allegianceCredit: AFP”We ask a lot of Jacob in lots of different ways, he plays an important role.”Of course, everyone plays an important role in our pressing with the ball.READ MORE SUN STORIES”He’s been brilliant and the assists and the goals that he’s got in the last few weeks.”Isak probably owes him the majority of his goals with his crossing ability which has always been very strong.” More

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      Premier League and ex-England Under-21s star, 29, set to switch international allegiance thanks to bizarre rule change

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      FORMER England youth international Matt Grimes is reportedly in line to switch international allegiance.Grimes made 12 appearances for England’s U20s and four more for the U21s in the early stages of his career.Matt Grimes could switch his international allegiance to Wales under a proposed new ruleCredit: AlamyAs things stand, players have only been eligible to represent one of the home nations if they or their parents or grandparents were born there.Alternatively, they can if they’ve had five years of continuous education up to the age of 18 in that country.However, the Football Association of Wales (FAW) is now lobbying England, Scotland and Northern Ireland to agree to a rule change.The proposed change would allow players over the age of 18, who have been registered with a club based in one of the home nations for at least five years, to represent that country.Read More in FootballFAW sources say it would align the home nations to the current Fifa eligibility rules, BBC Sport has revealed.Grimes left Swansea for Coventry City last month having spent 10 years with the Welsh side.Under the FAW’s proposed rule change, it would make him eligible to play for Wales.Had the change been in place already, players such as Leon Britton would also have been eligible to play for Wales.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCardiff midfielder Joe Ralls would also be free to play for Craig Bellamy’s side.But one of the main potential problems for FAW would be the possibility of Wales-qualified youngsters moving to clubs in England, Scotland or Northern Ireland and subsequently wishing to play there.Jamie Sterry plays on through HORROR head injury as Doncaster star sports golf-ball sized lump on face in FA Cup clashGrimes spent the early stages of his career with Exeter before joining Swansea in 2015.He enjoyed loan spells with Blackburn Rovers, Leeds United and Northampton Town during his 10 years at Swansea.The midfielder has amassed 322 Championship appearances in total. More

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      Major European football final ‘under threat’ with city ‘not willing to pay a single penny towards hosting it’

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      THE Mayor of Munich has thrown a curveball to Uefa bosses – after claiming the city won’t pay to host the Nations League finals.Germany will host the Final Four stage of the tournament should they beat Italy in their quarter-final next month.This year’s Nations League final is set for June 8Credit: GettyShould Germany reach the Final Four, bosses hoped to stage it at Munich’s Allianz ArenaCredit: GettyMunich Mayor Dieter Reiter claims the city won’t pay a ‘single euro’ towards hostingCredit: GettyDieter Reiter addressed the “Nations League thingy” during a council meeting in Bavaria on Wednesday. The mini-tournament will be held between June 4-8, just a week after Munich’s Allianz Arena is due to host the Champions League final.Germany’s FA and Uefa are keen to stage Nations League games in both Munich and Stuttgart, should the Germans see off Italy.Reiter claims he was contacted over the matter by Bayern CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe mayor argued he could see the “pragmatic reasons” behind hosting the games in Munich, per BILD. But Reiter hit back at suggestions the city would provide a fan park or pay for logistics. He said: “We have nothing against you playing here, but we will not spend a single euro on it.”We will not be able to organise a fan festival and everything that goes with it, logistically speaking.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSReiter has put off making a final decision until a council meeting next month. Should Italy beat Germany in the quarter-finals, the Azzurri will advance to the Final Four and host the mini-tournament in Turin.First look inside the Scotland dressing room for Euro 2024 opener against Germany as Sunsport granted VIP stadium accessThe Nations League was launched in 2018 and was designed to promote more competitive international football outside of summer tournaments. Spain are the current holders, with France and Portugal also lifting the trophy. This year’s competition resumes on Thursday, March 20 with the first legs of the play-offs.Holland vs Spain, Croatia vs France and Denmark vs Portugal complete the quarter final ties.The second legs will be played on Sunday, March 23. More