Johnson says definitely more to come after 50 caps

In an era of advanced analytics, deciding when to move on from a manager still seems to come down to vibes rather than logic He just had to go. His position had become untenable. Leander Schaerlaeckens is the author of The Long Game: U.S. Men’s Soccer and Its Savage, Four-Decade Journey to the Top, or Thereabouts, which is out now. He teaches at Marist University. Continue reading...

England require back-line reshuffle after several injuries Kevin Sinfield says collaboration with clubs will be key England need to find a talented understudy for their injured star winger Manny Feyi-Waboso and are poised to invite Gloucester’s Will Joseph to audition for a leading role against Japan on Saturday. The latter was a travelling reserve for last weekend’s Australia game and appears set for a Test recall four years after being given his debut by the current Brave Blossoms coach Eddie

Women’s Champions League updates, 8pm GMT kick-off Live scores | Table | Kerstin Casparij interview | Mail Billy Early kick-offs: Chelsea have had two goals disallowed and hit the crossbar in the first half but are still being held by Häcken at the Nordic Wellness Stadium, which sounds very nice. There are no goals either in Spain between Real Madrid and Paris FC. Half-time scores Häcken 0-0 Chelsea Real Madrid 0-0 Paris FC Continue reading...

Manchester United's power brokers meet in Monaco on Wednesday to decide whether Michael Carrick will remain as head coach