The Costa Rican Football Federation (FCRF) has officially appointed legendary former captain Bryan Ruiz as the permanent manager of the men's national team following an impressive interim spell in the dugout. The 41-year-old ex-Fulham playmaker has been tasked with guiding his country back to the World Cup finals in 2030.
Fulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has been hit with a significant financial penalty following his outspoken criticisms of match officiating. The former Real Madrid defender found himself in hot water with the Football Association after a heated Premier League encounter against Manchester United.
Former Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank has been positioned at the top of Fulham's managerial wishlist if they decide to relieve Alvaro Arbeloa of his duties. The struggling Spanish tactician is facing immense scrutiny at Craven Cottage after a winless opening run left the west London outfit languishing at the bottom of the Premier League table.