Enrique Riquelme, Real Madrid, Florentino Pérez
21 May 2026

Enrique Riquelme is preparing to challenge Florentino Pérez for the Real Madrid presidency and reportedly wants to frame his campaign around Erling Haaland and Jürgen Klopp. Candidates must submit their bids before the 23 May deadline.

Riquelme must meet strict club requirements, including 20 years of membership and a large financial guarantee. Reports claim his camp has explored contact around Haaland and Klopp as headline ideas to sway Real Madrid voters.

Tim Weah, Zohran Mamdani, New York City
21 May 2026

Tim Weah backed New York City’s plan to offer 1,000 discounted World Cup tickets at MetLife Stadium, saying football should stay accessible to local communities. The initiative covers selected group and knockout matches for city residents.

The campaign followed talks involving Mayor Zohran Mamdani, FIFA and the New York/New Jersey host committee. Weah’s support continued his earlier criticism of high ticket prices, despite Mauricio Pochettino previously urging players to focus on football.

Neil Lennon, Dunfermline Athletic, Celtic
21 May 2026

Neil Lennon warned Celtic not to treat Dunfermline Athletic as a soft opponent before the Scottish Cup final. He said talk around Martin O’Neill lifting another trophy had been disrespectful and gave his side extra motivation.

Dunfermline reached Hampden after beating Hibernian, Aberdeen and Falkirk, creating belief inside Lennon’s squad. Zak Rudden is expected to return from injury, while Aston Oxborough is also available after being recalled from Motherwell.

Martin O’Neill, Celtic, Dunfermline Athletic
21 May 2026

Martin O’Neill kept open the possibility of extending his Celtic stay as he prepared for the Scottish Cup final against Dunfermline Athletic. The interim boss said his recent spell showed experienced managers still have value.

O’Neill said he had not held major talks over next season and stayed focused on Saturday’s final. Celtic have also been linked with other options, including Robbie Keane, as they decide their long-term direction after the cup tie.

Jens Berthel Askou, Motherwell, Toulouse
21 May 2026

Jens Berthel Askou left Motherwell to become Toulouse head coach after guiding the Scottish club to fourth place and European football. Motherwell agreed compensation, while Askou described his year at Fir Park as an amazing journey.

Askou replaces Carles Martinez Novell at Toulouse after raising expectations and attendances at Motherwell. The club will now restart its data-led manager search, with Conference League qualifiers already waiting for the next head coach in July.