There will be those pondering just where it all went wrong for Leeds United, with the Yorkshire giants now plying their trade in the Championship once again following a relatively brief return to life in the top tier.

It was not too long ago that the Whites appeared to be flying under the guidance of enigmatic coach, Marcelo Bielsa, with the Argentine maverick having guided the club to promotion at the second attempt in 2019/20 – ending a 16-year wait for Premier League football.

Not content with merely scrapping for survival in the following campaign, the current Uruguay boss then led his eye-catching, attack-minded side to a respectable ninth-place finish, with the club at the time having been harbouring future ambitions of potentially challenging for European qualification.

Such lofty dreams now appear a long way off following the turbulence that has followed over the past two years or so, with Bielsa having subsequently been shown the door in February 2022 following a dismal run of form.

With Jesse Marsch going on to steer the Elland Road outfit to safety on the final day of the season, there were to be further high-profile departures that summer, with Raphinha joining Barcelona on a £55m deal, while academy graduate Kalvin Phillips moved on to Manchester City for a reported fee of £45m.

The loss of those two first-team stars was undoubtedly a "huge blow" – as per pundit Kevin Campbell – with Phillips, in particular, having cemented himself as a crucial figure at the club after rising up through the youth ranks.

How good was Kalvin Phillips at Leeds?

Having been handed his first-team debut back in 2015, the midfield maestro went on to emerge as something of a local hero over the next seven years, racking up 234 appearances in all competitions, while scoring 13 goals and registering 14 assists.

GK

Marco Silvestri

RB

Scott Wootton

CB

Sol Bamba

CB

Liam Cooper

LB

Gaetano Berardi

CDM

Luke Murphy

RM

Sam Byram

CM

Alex Mowatt

CM

Kalvin Phillips

LM

Charlie Taylor

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Mirco Antenucci

A crucial cog in Bielsa's promotion-winning machine, Phillips was the man holding things together in his deep-lying midfield berth, with ex-England boss Steve McLaren hailing him as a "screener" and a "destroyer", such was his effective presence in front of the back four.

Not just adept at winning back possession for his side, the Yorkshireman also possessed that gift for being able to dictate the tempo and pick out his teammates with ease, having been lauded for his "fantastic range of passing" by former Whites boss, Neil Redfearn.

Such quality was also on show for his country at the European Championship in 2021, with the 5 foot 10 ace starting all seven games in the Three Lions' surge to the final, even been dubbed the "best modern midfielder" by coaching legend, Fabio Capello.

To have been able to produce such a talent is a testament to the work done in the academy ranks at Elland Road, with Phillips having joined the likes of Alan Smith and James Milner in rising up from the youth set-up, before becoming first-team heroes.

Have Leeds replaced Kalvin Phillips?

With the 27-year-old now on the books at the Etihad – where he has played a peripheral role to date after starting just two Premier League games since the beginning of last season – the club have somewhat plugged the gap in his absence.

The signing of Tyler Adams last summer seemingly allowed Marsch to find a dream replacement as the American "stepped right into [Phillips'] shoes" – according to pundit Noel Whelan – albeit with the 24-year-old swiftly departing in the recent window after an injury-plagued end to last season.

In his place, £7m man Ethan Ampadu has enjoyed a promising start to life in his new surroundings, although while the Wales international has arguably already replaced Adams, attempting to emulate the legacy of Phillips is another matter entirely.

Current boss Daniel Farke has also handed a prominent role to 17-year-old Archie Gray of late – who has been dubbed "phenomenal" by club legend Jermaine Beckford – yet there may be another who could represent a more well-suited successor to the Man City man.

If Farke is to find a long-term heir to that man Phillips then he should perhaps look no further than academy sensation, Cian Coleman, with the 19-year-old seemingly having all the tools to follow in the footsteps of Bielsa's former lynchpin.

Who is Cian Coleman?

The teenage midfielder is an "exciting" and "talented" prospect who is catching the eye at youth level – as per analyst Mark Broomy – having already scored once in four Premier League 2 appearances this season from his defensive-minded berth.

The England-born, Republic of Ireland youth international had previously racked up five goals and ten assists in 52 outings for the club's U18 side, with such form warranting a first professional contract earlier this year.

Despite his relative youth, the emerging gem has been a player to watch out for over the last few years, having even been included in the Guardian's Next Gen list back in 2021, placing him alongside the 20 best young talents in the Premier League.

As journalist Louis Taylor wrote at the time, Coleman is 'extremely highly rated' by those at Elland Road and had even been given the chance to train with the first-team during Bielsa's time at the helm.

Even more interestingly, however, is the fact that the versatile asset was also noted as potentially being the "new Kalvin Phillips" – as relayed by Taylor – after also previously lining up for the U21's at the age of just 15.

A chance to impress in the senior ranks has yet to emerge for the promising dynamo, although on current evidence an opportunity under Farke may not be too far away, with pundit Ben Parker having praised the "big impact" that the teen had made last term, despite slotting in at right-back on occasion.

The hope will be that Leeds could have a future midfield pairing of the aforementioned Gray and Coleman, representing the strength of the club's remarkable academy production line.

If Glamorgan reach Finals Day, their inspirational captain Colin Ingram will deserve a lot of the credit after Hampshire became the latest bowling attack to be battered out of sight

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ScorecardGlamorgan outplayed Hampshire at Sophia Gardens, winning easily by eight wickets to gain their seventh win, and move into third place and lead Sussex and Surrey by three points.Their captain and Man of the Match Colin Ingram again led by example, with an undefeated 71, and Ingram has now scored more runs and struck more sixes than anyone else in the competition since 2016.Needing 152 to win, Glamorgan lost Donald in the second over when he was run out from a direct hit from Wood, but Ingram announced himself with a massive six off Wood that landed ten rows from the back of the stand at square leg, followed by a straight six into the River Taff.The Glamorgan captain then struck two further sixes, as his team reached 70 for 1 at the end of the power play, with Ingram reaching a punishing fifty from 26 balls, with four sixes and three fours. The second wicket pair put on 82 in eight overs before Meschede was caught behind from the first ball of Steyn’s third over.Steyn gave 100%, with some deliveries exceeding 88 miles per hour, but Ingram and Carlson played every ball on merit, as Glamorgan raced towards their target. The 20yr old Carlson played some exquisite strokes with quick hands,and put on 54 with Ingram as they won their fifth successive game in the competition, with 25 balls remaining.Hampshire, who were put in, were given a rapid start by James Vince and Rilee Roussou with 33 scored from the first three overs, and fifty reached in the following over. Vince, who scored 30 from 13 balls, was then out in the next over when he drove Hogan to extra cover.At the end of the power play the visitors were well placed at 68 for1, with Rossouw reaching his half century from 23 balls, which included four sixes and four fours. But the hard hitting South African was out next ball when he holed out at mid- wicket, and his following over Salter took his second wicket when Northeast was caught at log on.When Liam Dawson was dismissed in Ingram’s first over, Hampshire had lost three wickets for 13 runs, and there was worse was to follow when Weatherley was brilliantly stumped down the legside by Cooke from Meschede’s medium pace.Glamorgan’s bowlers were so dominant that Hampshire failed to reach the reach the boundary from the eighth to the seventeenth over, and they lost their seventh wicket when Alsop drove Meschede to long off.When Wood paddled Hogan to fine leg, Hampshire had lost their last seven wickets for 61, and would have been disappointed how their batsmen surrendered their wickets after a rousing start.

USMNT star Christian Pulisic is loving life in Italy so much that he's nearing the ability to complete AC Milan interviews in Italian!

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Pulisic 'loving life' in ItalyWinger in incredible formCurrently on USMNT dutyWHAT HAPPENED?

Since moving to Italy with the Rossoneri in the summer of 2023 from Premier League outfit Chelsea, the U.S. international has adapted to life in Milan sensationally. Across 27 Serie A matches, he has nine goals and six assists, while in all competitions, he has 20 goal contributions.

Now, ahead of an important CONCACAF Nations League semifinal with the U.S. men's national team, the winger has revealed how adapting to life in Italy, loving the culture and learning their language has helped him succeed abroad.

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“I’m enjoying it a lot,” Pulisic told reporters ahead of the USMNT’s CONCACAF Nations League semifinal against Jamaica. “It’s been a good change of pace for me. I’m loving the Italian culture. I’m trying to soak it all in. I’m doing the best I can to learn the language so I feel pretty good with all that stuff and I’m just loving it so far.”

“I understand about everything,” he added. “[Milan] asked me if I could do my interview in Italian the other day and I was like, ‘Yeah you can ask the questions [in Italian] and I’ll answer in English but next time.’ I’m getting close but still not fluent.”

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Tied with a plethora of footballers across Serie A as the seventh-highest scorer in the league, Pulisic has helped the Rossoneri to 62 points in the table prior to the start of the international break. They sit second, trailing league-leaders Inter Milan by 14 points, however, their success hasn't been limited to performances in Italy.

In European competition, Pulisic and Milan have advanced to the UEFA Europa League quarterfinals, after the American scored in both legs one and two in an aggregate victory over Slavia Prague.

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The USMNT take on Jamaica Thursday evening in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals, with a berth in the final on the line. With a victory, Pulisic and the U.S. would play the winner of Panama vs Mexico on Sunday.

Richard Keys has entered the debate sparked by Jamie Carragher’s on-air Kate Abdo quip, with the ex-Liverpool star told he “crossed the line”.

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• Ex-Liverpool star made on-air quip
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  During CBS Sports’ coverage of Arsenal’s Champions League clash with Porto, former England international Carragher delivered an ill-advised ‘joke’ when insinuating that programme host Abdo has not been loyal to fiance Malik Scott.

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  Former Sky Sports presented Keys, who is now a frontman on beIN Sports, responded to that jibe on social media by saying: “I think Kate Abdo is a top pro. I’ve no idea what Carragher is insinuating but he crossed the line again. How many more times? That show is like so many more these days – too ‘pally’. It was an accident waiting to happen. Abdo deserves much better.”

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  Keys was quickly advised to “sit this one out”, as responses to his post flooded in, with derogatory comments about female match official Sian Massey leading to his resignation at Sky back in 2011. He has also clashed with Carragher in the past over comments regarding the England manager’s job. Carragher said after being accused of borderline racism by Keys for suggesting that the Three Lions should be managed by an Englishman: “It borders on racism. I hope you send similar tweets to a lot of journalists who have the same opinion, or is it because I work for Sky! You are a sad desperate man.”

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  Abdo and Co have since addressed Carragher’s faux pas, with the CBS team laughing the incident off after likening the former Liverpool defender to a “middle child, chip on his shoulder, capable of saying anything for attention. Does he go too far sometimes? Absolutely. Does he apologise? Yes he does. But all of us have that one annoying family member that we still love and accept.”

Rangers' search for their next manager has continued into the international break, and yet another new candidate has now emerged, one who has personally registered his interest in the job.

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It has been a tumultuous period at Ibrox over the past week or so, with Michael Beale sacked as manager after a below-par start to the season. A seven-point gap behind rivals Celtic had already opened up in the Scottish Premiership by that point, and it had become clear that a change was required in the dugout.

Rangers have made it clear that they aren't going to be rushed into announcing Beale's replacement, however, and they have spent the last week looking at various potential successors. The likes of Graham Potter, Frank Lampard, Steven Gerrard and Kevin Muscat have all been named in various Rangers manager updates, but no decision has been made yet.

There is now an international break that gives the Gers a little more time to search for a new boss, with the team not back in action until they host Hibernian in the league on October 21st, and a new update has emerged regarding one potential target.

Oliver Glasner linked with Rangers job

According to a new update from The Daily Record, former Eintracht Frankfurt manager Oliver Glasner is someone Rangers may look to bring in, with the report stating that he "could also come into consideration after registering his interest in the job". Muscat and Philippe Clement are described as the current "front-runners", though.

It must be stressed that the Gers are yet to actually contact the 49-year-old with regard to being Beale's successor, but it appears as though he is keen on the idea of moving to Scotland.

Glasner could be a really exciting appointment for Rangers if he comes under serious consideration, with the ex-Frankfurt boss achieving impressive things with his former club, including winning the Europa League with them in 2022. He likes to adopt a 3-4-2-1 system, which can be awkward to play against, and Barcelona manager Xavi once hailed his tactics after Frankfurt knocked his team out of Europe, commenting on Glasner's tactics:

"Eintracht played to their strengths really well; they were tough, physical and very good in their own penalty box. They play on the counter-attack and counter-press in a way I’ve only seen from a few teams in my career. We didn’t defend either well and were unable to stop them. Congratulations to Eintracht, they deserve to progress."

To receive such high praise from a coach who has played under Pep Guardiola in the past, and who is seen as one of the greatest midfielders of all time, is testament to Glasner's brilliance, so Rangers should certainly be looking at him as one of the strongest candidates to come in.

Whether they ultimately decide to speak to him about the job remains to be seen, but his recent success speaks for itself, at a time when the Gers need to make an appointment that feels most likely to bring the glory days back to Ibrox, not to mention narrowing the gulf between themselves and Celtic in all competitions.

Zimbabwe Cricket will renege on its promise to clear all outstanding player and support staff salaries by July 25, because of the financial lifeline given to it at the ICC’s annual conference in June.While that sounds contradictory, the ICC’s controlled spending plan, given to ZC at the June meeting, has resulted in what ZC called a “slowed down release of expected funds”, which means it cannot fulfil its financial commitments. ZC and ICC are looking into fast-tracking some monies, as an exception, for salaries to be paid but whether that will happen will only be confirmed in the next two days.In a statement released on Monday afternoon, ZC apologised to all affected and explained: “When the commitment to pay the salaries and match fees was made, ZC was not aware of the stringent measures that the International Cricket Council (ICC) would introduce as part of the controlled spending which has slowed down the release of expected funds.”However, the ICC and ZC have worked on an interim arrangement to fast-track an exceptional payment specifically for staff and players. The exact details and timing of this payment will be known within 48 hours.”The non-payment of dues has already severely affected the team, which played a T20I tri-series involving Australia and Pakistan, and then a five-match ODI series against Pakistan with a depleted line-up. None of Brendan Taylor, Sikandar Raza, Graeme Cremer, Sean Williams or Craig Ervine were part of either series, due to the escalating fracas over pending salaries not being paid. On the eve of the Pakistan ODIs, Malcolm Waller pulled out of the squad as well.While exact details of ZC’s arrangement with the ICC have not been made public, ZC called them “stringent” but recognised the need for such a plan to “ensure good governance” and a “sustainable cricket future”. A source who asked not to be named told ESPNcricinfo that the latter seems “further away than ever”, with ZC on the verge of collapse, player discontent at all time high, and recent results reflecting the behind-the-scenes drama.Zimbabwe do not play cricket for the next two months, with their next assignment a limited-overs tour of South Africa that starts on September 30. ESPNcricinfo understands that player availability for that series will depend on whether salaries are settled in the interim.The ICC, on the other hand, were positive about the financial plan. At the time the decision was made, Shashank Manohar, the ICC chairman said: “I am satisfied we have mapped out a way forward to enable Zimbabwe Cricket to get back on track. It will require significant change to their financial, managerial and cricketing operations, along with support from the ICC.”ZC and the ICC are also working on payment proposals for creditors, which will help the beleaguered organisation crawl out of its debt, which is understood to be in the region of USD 18 million.

كشفت وسائل إعلامية أرجنتينية عن تأخر انطلاق صافرة مباراة الأرجنتين وكولومبيا في منافسات بطولة كوبا أمريكا 2024.

ويواجه منتخب الأرجنتين نظيره الكولومبي، في إطار نهائي بطولة كوبا أمريكا، على ملعب “صن لايف”.

اقرأ ايضاً.. تشكيل الأرجنتين أمام كولومبيا في نهائي كوبا أمريكا 2024.. ميسي أساسيًا

وذكرت شبكة “TYC SPORTS” أنه سيتم تأخير انطلاق صافرة مباراة الأرجنتين وكولومبيا في منافسات بطولة كوبا أمريكا.

ويأتي ذلك بسبب الأحداث التي وقعت خارج ملعب المباراة وعدم تمكن الجماهير من الدخول إلى الملعب.

حيث نتج عن ذلك وجود حالات إغماء، بالإضافة إلى أشخاص يحاولون الدخول إلى ملعب المباراة بدون تذاكر.

حيث ستنطلق المباراة في الساعة الرابعة و20 دقيقة فجراً بتوقيت القاهرة، بدلاً من الساعة الثالثة، وذلك بعد تأجيل المباراة لعدة مرات.

ولن تنطلق صافرة بداية نهائي كوبا أمريكا قبل دخول الجماهير الأرجنتينية والكولومبية إلى ملعب المباراة.  احداث شغب من الجماهير قبل مباراة الارجنتين وكولومبيا في نهائي كوبا امريكا

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O Palmeiras finalizou na manhã desta sexta-feira (20), na Academia de Futebol, a sua preparação para encarar o Goiás, neste sábado (21), em jogo válido pela 22ª rodada do Brasileirão 2020. Buscando a quinta vitória seguida na competição, Abel Ferreira contará com importantes reforços para o jogo.

Pilares do setor defensivo e uma das duplas de zaga mais seguras do Brasil, Luan e Gustavo Gómez estão à disposição para voltar à equipe titular após três jogos de fora do time. Os dois vão substituir Emerson Santos e Renan, que fizeram boas apresentações enquanto os titulares da posição eram desfalques.

Apesar da boa notícia no setor defensivo, que também contará com o goleiro Weverton, Abel Ferreira ‘ganhou’ mais problemas no ataque. Raphael Veiga, Willian, Aníbal e Breno Lopes testaram positivo para a Covid-19 e estão de fora do duelo diante do Esmeraldino. O Verdão já soma 19 desfalques por conta do coronavírus.

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Com apenas Luiz Adriano disponível para o setor ofensivo, o técnico português terá de chamar mais algumas crias da Academia para completarem o elenco que viaja para Goiânia no final de tarde desta sexta-feira (20).

Assim como nas atividades deste início de semana, os goleiros Mateus e Leandro, o zagueiro Helder, os meio-campistas Vitinho e Juninho e o atacante Marcelinho, todos do Sub-20, ajudaram a completar o último coletivo do alviverde antes de mais um compromisso pelo Brasileirão.

O provável Palmeiras para encarar o Goiás é: Weverton, Marcos Rocha, Luan, Gustavo Gómez e Esteves (Renan); Patrick de Paula, Mayke, Ramires e Lucas Lima; Marcelinho e Luiz Adriano.

Goiás e Palmeiras se enfrentam neste sábado (21), a partir das 21h, com transmissão somente do Premiere FC.

Aston Villa are believed to be keen on signing a midfielder in January who would be open to leaving his current club, according to recent reports.

Aston Villa updates: Zaniolo meeting, Vissel Kobe partnership, Williams blow

In a recent Aston Villa news update, the West Midlands-based club have confirmed on their official website that Italy international Nicolo Zaniolo is cooperating with the Italian Football Federation's investigation into alleged illegal betting activity in the country. Having also met with club officials at Aston Villa, Zaniolo remains available for selection under Unai Emery and no further comment will be made by the Premier League side on the matter.

Strengthening their reach across the globe, Aston Villa have also confirmed a strategic partnership with Japanese side Vissel Kobe as they aim to establish a platform for young players from Japan to have further pathways to further their career in Europe and potentially one day turn out at Villa Park. The J1 League side will send a delegation of individuals over to Birmingham at the end of November to formalise the partnership and two of their Under-16 players will train with Aston Villa's academy side as part of their visit to England.

Athletic Club winger Nico Williams is a transfer target for Aston Villa, with reports claiming that his current employers will look to put a new deal on the table to try and prevent the youngster from leaving in 2024. Barcelona have also been touted as a potential destination for the Spain international; however, he could now commit his future to Athletic Club and diminish any chance of Emery being able to tempt him to Villa Park.

Nico Williams statistics – 2023/24 (Transfermarkt)

Appearances, goals and assists in all competitions

Appearances: 6

Goals: 0

Assists: 4

Aston Villa transfer update – Carlos Soler

According to an Aston Villa transfer update from Le Parisien, the Villans, and by extension president of football operations Monchi, are also believed to be keen on Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Carlos Soler, who is open to departing the Parc des Princes in the January transfer window. Brighton & Hove Albion, alongside La Liga side Valencia, are interested in the Spain international, who has been on the periphery at his current employers this term.

In 2023/24, Soler has featured on seven occasions for Paris Saint-Germain and has struggled to become a regular feature of Luis Enrique's plans, registering one goal and a solitary assist (Soler statistics – Transfermarkt).

Described as a "majestic and complete footballer" by Breaking The Lines in an analysis piece on his abilities during his time at Valencia, Soler has managed to record a pass success rate of 89.1% in Ligue 1 this term for Paris Saint-Germain and is a tidy presence in the midfield who can be relied upon to distribute possession efficiently, as per WhoScored.

Aston Villa find themselves in a position where they need to juggle both domestic and European footballing endeavours and bringing in someone such as Soler would serve to further bolster Emery's depth in the engine room.

New Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Rohl is looking to make his mark at the club, and he wants a new addition to boost his backroom team, according to an update from reliable journalist Joe Crann.

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The Owls have come crashing back down to reality this season after their memorable League One campaign last time around, which saw them promoted to the Championship after a dramatic win over Barnsley in the playoff final.

Xisco Munoz came in as manager during the summer, following the surprise exit of Darren Moore after overseeing a great season, but his time in charge proved to be disastrous, failing to pick up a single win.

He was recently sacked and replaced by Danny Rohl, who is an exciting young manager most well-known for being assistant manager for Germany and Bayern Munich in the past. The 34-year-old's first game in charge of Wednesday came away to Watford on Saturday afternoon, but despite battling bravely at Vicarage Road, they were beaten 1-0 late in the day, meaning they continue to be rooted to the bottom of the Championship table.

It is clear that Rohl will need to be able to bring in the players he wants, in order to do the best possible job, and exactly the same applies to his backroom team away from the playing squad.

Danny Rohl wants Sheff Wed signing

Taking to X on Monday morning, Crann dropped a new Sheffield Wednesday update, claiming that Rohl is keen on bringing in a goalkeeping coach of his choice, even though Nicky Weaver is impressing in the role:

"Danny Rohl is very happy with the work done by Nicky Weaver with SWFC's goalkeepers, but has confirmed that he is looking to bring in his own man for the role."

Rohl has clearly hinted at a new Sheffield Wednesday signing as well, saying:

“I’m trying, but we’ll speak about this position also in the next few days. At the moment we have Nicky and he is doing very well. But I have to decide in the next few days about this position.”

While this may sound harsh on Weaver, football is a ruthless business and Rohl will have his own ideas on exactly who he wants in a department that has caused plenty of fuss at Middlewood Road – let's not forget the club had just one 'keeper on the books in Cameron Dawson earlier this year.

In order for the Owls to battle their way out of the Championship relegation zone, they need everyone at the club to be pulling in the same direction, which is why Rohl being trusted to make the right appointments is the only way forward.

Last 10 Sheff Wed managers

Year

Danny Rohl

2023-

Xisco Munoz

2023-2023

Darren Moore

2021-2023

Tony Pulis

2020-2020

Garry Monk

2019-2020

Steve Bruce

2019-2019

Jos Luhukay

2018-2018

Carlos Carvalhal

2015-2017

Stuart Gray

2013-2015

Dave Jones

2012-2013

Wednesday have a huge battle on their hands to avoid a quickfire return to League One – they are already nine points adrift of Plymouth Argyle in 21st place – but Rohl does feel like an exciting appointment who will bring fresh ideas to the team.

Even if results aren't good to begin with, patience is required with him, and that may even still apply if the Owls are relegated at the end of this season.