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Woking v Eastleigh - Enterprise National League

Defoe begins managerial career with dramatic late comeback

Jermain Defoe experienced a rollercoaster introduction to life in the dugout as his Woking side fought back from two goals down to secure a 3-3 draw against Eastleigh. The former England international saw his managerial debut nearly ruined by a defensive collapse before a spirited late rally saved a point at the Laithwaite Community Stadium.

AFC Bournemouth v Southampton FC - Premier League

Defoe lands first head coaching role

Jermain Defoe has landed his first head coaching role, taking over at National League side Woking. The former Tottenham Hotspur and England striker succeeds Neal Ardley at the Laithwaite Community Stadium following a comprehensive search for a new boss.

Jason Sudeikis Ted Lasso

Ted Lasso star sacked from coaching role after eight months

Sam Cox, a star of the hit Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso, has been sacked as head coach of National League side Wealdstone after just eight months at the helm. The 35-year-old, who plays fictional West Ham star Armando on the small screen, was handed the reins at Grosvenor Vale in June 2025. He has been unable to steer the Stones away from relegation danger.

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Standings

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1York City crestYork City4633941144173108
D
W
W
W
W
2Rochdale crestRochdale463376884147106
D
W
W
D
L
3Carlisle United crestCarlisle United46298987513695
W
W
W
D
D
4Boreham Wood crestBoreham Wood462791095583790
W
W
W
L
W
5Scunthorpe United crestScunthorpe United4623131077621582
L
D
W
L
D
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