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Portland fires 2 execs named in Yates report
The Timbers and Thorns part ways with GM Gavin Wilkinson and president of business Mike Golub after both were named in the report on abuse in women’s soccer.More details »
The Independent
Xabi Alonso appointed Bayer Leverkusen boss to take first senior management role
A World Cup winner in his playing days, the Spaniard now takes the step up for a first head coach job
The Independent
Arsenal vs Bodo/Glimt predicted line-ups: Team news ahead of Europa League fixture
All you need to know about the match
Planet Sport
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong returns from injury
According to Mundo Deportivo, the Dutch midfielder should be available for Barcelona's next La Liga match against Celta Vigo at Camp Nou on Sunday. De Jong picked up a muscle strain while on international duty with the Netherlands and missed the La Liga game against Mallorca and the Champions League loss to Inter Milan on Tuesday. Coach Xavi Hernandez will be happy to have De Jong available as it adds to the depth in midfield plus the Dutchman can also be used in defence if necessary.

Portland fires 2 execs named in Yates report