Culture clash spelt shock end for Japan women's first foreign coach

Greenlander Nielsen took a rampant Nadeshiko Japan to their third Asian title in four tournaments last month, but was let go shortly after.

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Nadeshiko Japan coach Nils Nielsen steps down after Asian Cup triumph

Nielsen became the first foreign manager of the women's team in 2024.

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Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer signs with Long Island Ducks

The right-hander is expected to be the club's starter in its opener on April 21 in Central Islip, New York.

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Arne Slot hoping Mohamed Salah ends Liverpool tenure on high note

Salah announced last week he will leave the English champion at the end of the season after nine years.

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Italy's sports minister asks soccer chief to step down after World Cup disaster

The head of Italy's soccer federation, Gabriele Gravina, said he would not resign.

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Tiger Woods receives permission to leave U.S. for treatment

The PGA of America confirmed that Woods will not captain the U.S. Ryder Cup team in 2027.

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Relegation-battling Spurs appoint De Zerbi as manager

The London club, which won the Europa League last term, is one point and one place above the Premier League relegation zone after 31 games.

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