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Traditionally, football in Britain was a weekly event: from Monday to Friday, fans would look forward to Saturday afternoon, when at 3pm they would visit their local ground and watch their team play. The match would be followed by celebrations or commiserations, a glance at other results, and some chat about the game, but attention would soon return to everyday life. Nowadays, technological advancements, huge cash injections into the...
Learning how to communicate about football means understanding a wide variety of different words, phrases, acronyms, and abbreviations that might mean little to those uninterested in the sport. It’s almost like a brand new language; from initialisms like xG and PPDA to position-specific descriptors like inverted full-back , deep-lying playmaker or inside forward, more and more of these terms are entering the game as the importance of...
Gone are the peak years of the archetypal 'big man, little man' strike partnership, where Premier League coaches opted for simplistic attacking pairings based on a tall, physical forward focused on hold-up play, and another set on finishing chances and knock-downs. In the modern era, it's very rare to see a top-level manager utilising two centre forwards at once, not just because this approach can be predictable, but also because it can...
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14 Nov, 2025
Part time
Limerick Football Club Limerick, Ireland
Start Date: Immediate 1. Overview Limerick FC is committed to building a stable, sustainable, and successful senior football club that the city, county, and wider Mid-West region can relate to and be proud of. We now invite applications for the role of MU17 Head Coach for the 2026 season.   2. Key Responsibilities Devise, design and deliver curriculum-aligned coaching sessions to drive player development. Coordinate player IDPs in collaboration with players, parents/guardians, and staff. Contribute to player identification and recruitment. Support the continual improvement of football-related standards and processes. 3. Role Requirements / Qualification Requirements UEFA A Licence (E) Current Garda Vetting and Child Safeguarding training (E) Experience coaching at LOI level or equivalent (E) Demonstrable success in talent identification and player development (E) Excellent communication and...
14 Nov, 2025
Full time
Derby County FC Moor Farm Training Centre (Derby County Academy), Morley Road, Oakwood, Derby, UK
Derby County are seeking to recruit a Senior Transition Goalkeeper Coach to join the Academy Coaching department at Moor Farm Training Centre.   Working for Derby County Football Club offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of England’s most historic and passionately supported clubs. With a proud legacy, a dedicated fan base, and an exciting vision for the future, Derby County offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment both on and off the pitch. Whether you're joining the team in coaching, administration, marketing, or operations, you'll be contributing to a culture rooted in ambition, community, and progress. Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development.   The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the development and progression of goalkeepers across the Academy and into the First Team environment, with a particular focus on the Professional Development Phase (PDP) and High...
14 Nov, 2025
Full time
£24,000 yearly
EFL (English Football League) Hybrid (Preston, UK)
Post Title:  Business Operations Administrator Contract Type:  Permanent Workplace:  EFL House, Preston Reporting to:  Executive PA to Chair and Chief Executive Working Pattern:  M-F, 35 hours   “The EFL is about two things – great football competitions and supporting communities 365 days a year”.   The EFL and EFL in the Community (EFLitC) is looking for an enthusiastic and organised  Business Operations Administrator  to work within our Business Operations Team.   More information is available in the downloadable Candidate Brief that is attached to this advert.   JOB PURPOSE The Business Operations Administrator will assist the Business Operations Department providing high quality administrative support to the EFL and EFL in the Community. This includes exposure to and organisation of senior members of the organisation as well as project and event leads to ensure smooth operations across each area.    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES...
14 Nov, 2025
Full time
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC Sir Jack Hayward Training Ground (1st team), Compton Park, Wolverhampton, UK
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Wolverhampton Wanderers as Head of Physical Performance! We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our physical performance delivery across the club. This role will develop and oversee the sport science framework across the club in all aspects of physical performance. The post-holder will support the Head Coach and 1st team coaching staff in session planning and delivery and will lead the 1st team sport scientists on a daily basis to ensure optimal physical preparation for all of our first team players. For more details on the role and its requirements, please see the below job description. Ref: PH-00-14112025 Closing date: 21st November 2025