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Michael Carrick has been sacked as Manchester United head coach, with Mauricio Pochettino understood to have been lined up to replace him. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Wire)

‘Legend’ Michael Carrick sacked by Manchester United

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick arriving at Carrington Training Centre on Tuesday morning. (Photo by Annabel Lee-Ellis/Press Association)

Michael Carrick set to remain in charge of Manchester United for Chelsea trip

Coleraine have announced a deal for Finn Tonks from AFC Bournemouth on a permanent basis. (Photo by Dylan Kirkpatrick/Coleraine FC)

Irish League transfer for former Chelsea and Bournemouth 'great athlete'

Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez (Photo by John Walton/PA Wire)

TRANSFER TALK: Premier League gossip and done deals round-up

Former Chelsea and Linfield footballer Russell Kelly reflects on his journey from professional sport to entrepreneurship, and why North Coast NI is about much more than just clothing

Former Chelsea and Linfield footballer’s new goal...putting NI on the world map

Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli (right) with team-mates. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA Wire)

TRANSFER ROUND-UP: Daily speculation and news from Premier League market

Rory Hale (right) with Shay Reid after he sealed a move to Preston North End last summer. (Photo by RH Coaching)

The Irish League star helping next generation fulfil their dreams

Chris Atherton in action for Glenavon. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Ex-Irish League teen with 'big potential' leaves Chelsea for Premier League club

England manager Thomas Tuchel speaking with his players at the hydration break during the World Cup semi-final. (Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

World Cup exit but Thomas Tuchel set to stay as England boss for Euro 2028

New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso poses for photographs during his official unveiling at Stamford Bridge. (Photo by Adam Davy/PA)

Boss Xabi Alonso demands ‘hunger’ for success at Chelsea

Aston Villa's Youri Tielemans is a transfer target for Manchester United. (Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

Manchester United in Andrey Santos transfer done deal and Youri Tielemans talks

Former Chelsea chairman Ken Bates has died at the age of 94, the Premier League club have announced

Former Chelsea owner and chairman Ken Bates dies aged 94

Enzo Maresca has been appointed as Manchester City manager on a three-year contract, the club have announced

Man City appoint Enzo Maresca as manager on three-year deal

Sam McClelland during his loan spell from Chelsea in League Two at Barrow. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

New Larne star reveals reasons behind transfer decision after injury hell

Larne manager Gary Haveron welcomes Sam McClelland to Inver Park. (Photo by Larne FC)

Gary Haveron delight as Larne land former Chelsea defender 'hungry to kick on'

Chelsea forward Bobby Tambling on the ball against Leeds United at Stamford Bridge in 1967. (Photo Don Morley/Allsport/Getty Images)

Tribute to 'true legend' Bobby Tambling whose Chelsea record stood for 47 years
Bobby Tambling boasted Chelsea’s all-time goalscoring record for 47 years.
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Northern Ireland international Trai Hume following his goal for Sunderland on Sunday against Chelsea that helped secure European football. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

'Nothing better' - Northern Ireland's Trai Hume is Euro goal hero for Sunderland

Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of the season, the club have announced

Pep Guardiola confirms he is leaving Manchester City this summer

Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo (centre left) celebrates following victory over Chelsea at Wembley in the FA Cup final. (Photo by John Walton/PA Wire)

PLAYER RATINGS: FA Cup marks as Man City defeat Chelsea at Wembley

Liam Rosenior who has been sacked as Chelsea head coach, the Premier League club have announced

Liam Rosenior sacked as Chelsea boss following losing run

Northern Ireland coach Michael O'Neill hugs Northern Ireland's defender #19 Shea Charles at the end of the play-off FIFA World Cup 2026 European qualification semi-final football match between Italy and North Ireland at the Gewiss stadium in Bergamo, on March 26, 2026. (Photo by Stefano RELLANDINI / AFP via Getty Images)

Legend Gianfranco Zola singles out 'very elegant' Northern Ireland player

Chris Atherton switched international allegiance to the Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Pacemaker)

Michael O'Neill addresses 'disappointing' international switch from Chelsea teen

Adam Wharton

Real deal Wharton is ready for the biggest stage

Former Leeds and Wales midfielder Terry Yorath died at the age of 75 earlier this month

Letter: Childhood football heroes gone

Liam Rosenior Has been appointed as the new head coach of Chelsea

Chelsea appoint Liam Rosenior as head coach on six-year deal

Manchester United fan Eamon Atkinson showing off a supporters' club bannerette unfurled by George Best in 1967. His home collection of memorabilia also includes on display a special tie presented to players marking 60 years since the Northern Ireland legend's 1963 debut for Manchester United. (Photo by National World)

'You went over to watch Best to see something amazing' - anniversary fan tribute

James Kirk has stepped down from his role as Ballyclare Comrades chairman. (Photo by Ballyclare Comrades FC)

Irish League chairman steps down from role due to health concerns
Ballyclare Comrades have confirmed chairman – and “clubman through and through” – James Kirk has stepped down from his role due to health concerns with the wider football family sending best wishes.
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Chris Atherton has signed professional forms with Premier League side Chelsea

NI star Chris Atherton signs first pro contract at Chelsea

Prodigy Sports Group conducted the transfer of former Northern Ireland youth international Omari Kellyman to Chelsea. (Photo by Prodigy Sports Group)

Ballymena-born agent joins company ran by brothers of Premier League striker

Northern Ireland design and build contractor McAleer & Rushe has been appointed as Principal Contractor by Wellcome Trust to deliver a major £52m office redevelopment at 80 Pelham Street in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, West London

£52m Kensington office mega-project breaks ground with NI contractor at the helm

Chris Atherton working alongside Glenavon assistant manager Colin Coates. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker)

Irish League legend feels Chelsea teen has 'attributes to have a great career'

Liverpool's Joey Jones runs out of the Anfield tunnel during the 1976/77 season. (Photo by Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

Ex-Liverpool defender Joey Jones dies as tributes recall famous banner

Chris Atherton in action for Glenavon against Linfield last season. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Former Glenavon boss praises Chelsea-bound teenage sensation

Stephen Mallon has reunited with Paddy McLaughlin at Glenavon. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/Press Eye)

Paddy McLaughlin delighted to fight off competition for former Cliftonville star

Rory Hale played an important role in Chris Atherton's development over recent years. (Photo by RH Coaching)

Irish League ace hails 'mentality' of teen sensation after Chelsea move

Damien Duff has reportedly left his role as Shelbourne boss. (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

Ex-Chelsea winger makes shock exit just weeks before Linfield clash

Former Irish League star Caolan McAleer has relaunched Omagh Town. (Photo by Omagh Town FC)

Former Irish League star set for first taste of management

The West Country team recorded eight yellow cards for simulation

Bristol Rovers named most prolific divers in England’s top divisions

Manchester United's Mason Mount challenged by Tosin Adarabioyo of Chelsea during the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Mason Mount vow to 'do everything' for Manchester United's Europa trophy bid

TV gardner Monty Don is to unveil dog-friendly garden plants

Monty Don to unveil dog-friendly garden plants

Chris Atherton in action for Glenavon against Linfield this season. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Dungannon school offer 'best wishes' as Irish League teens prepare for big moves

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Fondant Fancy' are among the new blooms at Chelsea Flower Show 2025.

Gardens: New plants at Chelsea Flower Show 2025

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Chelsea owner considering deal to buy News Letter publisher National World

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Thought for the week: Hold fast to the Christian faith

Northern Ireland’s Rio Oudnie-Morgan celebrates after against Manchester United in 2022. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/PressEye)

Watch: Ipswich Town teen celebrates maiden NI U21 call-up with Chelsea screamer

Teenage star Chris Atherton scored his first Premiership goal for Glenavon in their midweek win over Loughgall. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)

Paddy McLaughlin hails teenage sensation as 'one of the brightest prospects'

Chris Atherton has impressed at Glenavon, making 17 Premiership appearances this season aged just 16. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Chelsea-bound teenager ranked as Irish League's most exciting talent

Northern Ireland international Ethan Galbraith in FA Cup action against Manchester City's Jack Grealish. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

NI star labelled 'Premier League player in the making' joins exclusive club

Former Northern Ireland youth international Ryan Maxwell (second from right) has helped Sittingbourne reach the FA Trophy quarter-finals. (Photo by Sittingbourne FC)

Former Irish League player at centre of seismic FA Trophy upset

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Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Jim Magilton feels young stars can benefit from extended time in Irish League

The Princess of Wales during a visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital, London, where she received her cancer treatment, to personally thank staff for her care. Tuesday January 14, 2025. PA Photo.

Kate reveals she is in remission from cancer

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Win this Amazing Mercedes G-Wagon worth £134,000 for just 25p

Chris Conn-Clarke has already been in FA Cup action for Peterborough United, playing 90 minutes as his side were eliminated by Premier League outfit Everton at Goodison Park. The 23-year-old made his Glentoran debut in 2018 before joining Burnley and has since enjoyed spells at Fleetwood Town and Altrincham.

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