I don’t think people truly comprehend how massive this is! 117 goals in 136 games, City’s all-time top scorer, 3rd highest in WSL history, 3x consecutive Golden Boot winner and the reigning FWA Footballer of the Year and she just shut down months of contract rumours and exit talks by announcing a FOUR-YEAR EXTENSION tonight! 😭🫡
The best in the business is staying home. THANK YOU @ManCity 🩵🐰🇯🇲
Brighton's Fabian Hürzeler discusses what it's like being a manager who is younger than some of his players, the importance of data in modern football, as well as much more in our latest episode of 'Inside the Game' 🧠
To watch in full: https://t.co/jeOeWJdIq2
“Maybe someone hears a song of yours and goes this song is going to be in my life forever. That is what the joy is.” GIRL YOUR WHOLE DISCOGRAPHY IS THAT FOR ME 😭
Let me tell you something I am sure you didnt know about Brentford. They have not sacked a coach in the last 11 years and their last 4 coaches have been internally recruited.
Do you doubt me? Here you go
1) Lee Carsley (interim, September–November 2015) — Stepped up from managing the Development Squad to steady the ship after Marinus Dijkhuizen's sacking; his brief caretaker stint paved the way for a more permanent internal shift, embodying Brentford's preference for promoting from within rather than panicking with outsiders.
2) Dean Smith (November 2015–October 2018) — was promoted after Carsley's interim role; he delivered three consecutive top-10 Championship finishes, building a foundation of stability before leaving for Aston Villa. Of course, this is yet another example of Brentford trusting club insiders over external hires.
3) Thomas Frank (October 2018–June 2025) — Elevated from assistant head coach under Smith; he masterminded Brentford's long-awaited promotion to the Premier League in 2021 via the play-off final, then kept them competitive in the top flight for years—proving internal promotions can lead to sustained success.
4) Keith Andrews (June 2025–present) — The latest in the chain: promoted from set-piece coach (joined July 2024) after Frank's move to Tottenham; with no prior head coach experience, his seamless transition keeps the data-driven culture intact, making Brentford's last four head coaches.
This internal recruitment strategy extends beyond coaching to the entire club structure, making Brentford one of the best-run in the world. Owner Matthew Benham's data-driven philosophy—scouting 85,000+ players globally, narrowing to undervalued gems via a rigorous seven-stage process—ensures buys are low, sells high, and fits tactical needs perfectly. Coaches like Frank (and now Andrews) are deeply involved in final decisions, blending analytics with on-pitch insight for seamless integration.Promoting from within minimizes disruption: Andrews already knew the philosophy, players, and culture after a year as set-piece specialist. This continuity; avoiding rebuilds that plague bigger clubs; fuels consistent overperformance on modest budgets. When utilised properly, such recruitment isn't just efficient; it's a competitive edge that turns mid-table minnows into sustained threats, proving brains beat big spending every time.
In my books, they are one of the best run clubs in the world.
I love the way Kompany still plays as a defender in training. And when his opponent, Bischof, stole the ball from him he was frustrated but then also applauded him and told him to go ahead. That is a really cool manager man