Brad Friedel a expliqué à GOAL pourquoi Mauricio Pochettino n'aurait jamais été ouvert à l'idée d'un « double poste » qui l'aurait amené à entraîner à la fois Tottenham et l'équipe nationale américaine. Les Spurs se sont récemment retrouvés à la recherche d'un nouvel entraîneur après avoir mis fin au mandat malheureux d'Igor Tudor, qui n'aura duré que 44 jours. On a spéculé sur un retour à Londres pour Pochettino, ancien chouchou des supporters, mais celui-ci doit se concentrer sur ses projets pour la Coupe du monde cet été.
Tottenham Hotspur a nommé Roberto De Zerbi dans une tentative désespérée d'éviter la relégation, mais cette décision marque un changement structurel majeur. Loin d'être simplement un entraîneur principal, l'Italien s'est vu confier un rôle de direction classique, avec un contrôle total sur les opérations footballistiques, à l'image du rôle de Sir Alex Ferguson à Manchester United. Les Spurs lui font confiance pour reconstruire le club de fond en comble.
Alors qu'il aborde les dernières étapes d'un processus de rééducation éprouvant, Dejan Kulusevski a lancé un message de défi à ses rivaux en sélection. L'ailier de Tottenham n'a plus joué depuis mai 2025 en raison d'une blessure à la rotule droite, mais même si sa participation à la Coupe du monde est incertaine, il refuse de revoir à la baisse ses attentes pour la campagne estivale de la Suède.
Adam Lallana, ancien milieu de terrain de Liverpool et de Brighton, a affirmé qu'il n'y avait « pas le moindre doute » quant à la capacité de Roberto De Zerbi à assurer le maintien de Tottenham en Premier League. Le technicien italien hérite d'une équipe qui végète à la 17e place, à seulement un point de la zone de relégation, après avoir signé un contrat juteux de cinq ans dans le nord de Londres.
Roberto De Zerbi a à peine eu le temps de défaire ses valises à Hotspur Way qu'il a déjà été confronté à une dure réalité. Le nouvel entraîneur de Tottenham, chargé de sauver le club d'une relégation humiliante en Championship, doit déjà faire face à une vague de blessures qui vient de coûter un nouveau titulaire clé.
Le Tottenham Hotspur Supporters’ Trust a fait part de ses « graves inquiétudes, qui vont bien au-delà de la simple controverse », suite à la nomination de Roberto De Zerbi, invoquant le soutien ouvert qu’il avait apporté à Mason Greenwood lorsqu’il était à Marseille. Cette controverse survient à un moment délicat pour le club du nord de Londres, qui peine à préserver sa cohésion tout en luttant contre une relégation potentielle en Premier League.
Manchester United, often simply referred to as "United," are one of the most iconic and successful football clubs in the world, based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. The club was founded as Newton Heath LYR Football Club in 1878 by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway depot at Newton Heath. The team changed its name to Manchester United in 1902 and moved to its current home, Old Trafford, in 1910.
Famous players
Manchester United have been home to some of the greatest footballers in history. Sir Bobby Charlton, a World Cup winner with England in 1966, is arguably the most iconic figure in the club's history. Other legendary players include George Best, known for his flair and skill, and Eric Cantona, who brought a winning mentality to the club during the 1990s. More recent stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and Paul Scholes have also contributed significantly to the club's success.
Honours
Manchester United are one of the most decorated clubs in English football, having won a record 20 Premier League titles (formerly the First Division). They have also lifted the FA Cup 12 times, the League Cup five times, and the UEFA Champions League three times. The club's dominance in English football was particularly evident during the 1990s and early 2000s under manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Managers
Sir Alex Ferguson is undoubtedly the most successful manager in Manchester United's history. He spent 26 years at the club, leading them to an unprecedented era of success. Before Ferguson, managers like Matt Busby and Wilf McGuinness played crucial roles in shaping the club's identity. More recent managers, including David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, and José Mourinho, have faced the challenge of maintaining the club's high standards.
Stadium
Old Trafford, often referred to as the "Theatre of Dreams," is one of the most famous stadiums in the world. With a capacity of roughly 75,000, it is among the largest football stadiums in the United Kingdom. The stadium has hosted numerous major matches, including UEFA Champions League finals and FIFA World Cup matches.
Location
Manchester United are based in the city of Manchester, which is located in the northwest of England. The club's home ground, Old Trafford, is situated in the Trafford borough. Manchester is a major industrial city with a rich footballing heritage.
Owners
In February 2024, British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe's company, INEOS, acquired a significant 25% stake in Manchester United. This acquisition granted Ratcliffe sporting control over the club, placing him in a position to influence key decisions related to its operations.
Ratcliffe has already made a substantial financial commitment to Manchester United. His large investments demonstrate his dedication to the club's success and his willingness to provide the necessary resources for its growth.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Champions League tickets?
Apart from the UEFA Champions League final, you cannot buy tickets for Champions League directly through UEFA themselves. Instead, they are sold club-by-club among the teams competing in this year's edition. You must visit the individual club’s website for the fixture you want to attend and buy your seat from there. Capacity is always limited for these Champions League knockout matches and demand often exceeds available allocation.
Will I be able to buy Champions League tickets through secondary sites?
In addition, fans can purchase seats on the secondary market. StubHub is one of the leading retailers for those seeking to buy tickets through alternative channels. StubHub is a legitimate merchant in the ticket resale marketplace and a safe place for fans to buy tickets. StubHub's website guarantees that you will get tickets in time for the event you are attending and a valid ticket for entry.
Where is the 2025 Champions League Final being played?
The Allianz Arena in Munich (known as the Munich Football Arena for UEFA competition purposes) is staging this year’s Champions League Final on Saturday, May 31 at 8 pm (GMT). It was opened in 2005 and has a 70,000 seating capacity for international matches and 75,000 for domestic matches. It is the second-largest stadium in Germany behind the Westfalenstadion in Dortmund.
As well as being the home of Germany’s Bundesliga giants, Bayern Munich, the Munich venue hosted a number of games during the 2006 FIFA World Cup and last year’s Euro 2024 Finals. The one and only previous UEFA Champions League Final to be played at the Allianz Arena was the 2012 Final between Chelsea and Bayern Munich. Despite having a strong home backing, Bayern failed to land the prize as Chelsea led by Roberto Di Matteo would come out on top after a nailbiting penalty shootout.