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Long-time chief coach of the Finnish ski team, Reijo Jylhä, recounted an embarrassing incident from the early 1990s when he returned home drunk while his children were present.

Walid Regragui is expected to resign as head coach of Morocco ahead of this year’s World Cup, with Mohamed Ouahbi being the leading candidate for his replacement.

A 35-year-old woman has been indicted in Fortaleza for leaking WhatsApp group conversations that contained disparaging remarks about students made by a coach and physicians.

Emauni Crawley, a 23-year-old behavioral health coach with Tourette syndrome, discusses the challenges of living with severe tics that force her to involuntarily say inappropriate things.

Goncalo Pinto, a 32-year-old Portuguese, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Estonian national golf team by the Estonian Golf Association.

Bangladesh's senior assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin expressed his frustration over the decision to withdraw from the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, claiming it has put players in a state of 'mental coma.'

Japanese sprinter Hakim Sani Brown announces a coaching change to Matt Kane from Florida State University, citing the year as an opportunity for change in his athletic career.

A 57-year-old man was detained in Nashik for traveling in the women's coach of a local train while disguised in a burqa, sparking an investigation by the Government Railway Police.

Lithuanian figure skater M. Variakojytė achieved her best performance of the season during a competition in Milan, despite her coach facing a two-year suspension from the International Skating Union.

A beloved hockey coach in Kent faces a five-year ban from England Hockey after allegations of shouting at young players, prompting backlash from the community that supports him.

John Heitinga has departed Tottenham Hotspur just 32 days after joining the club's backroom staff, coinciding with the arrival of new head coach Igor Tudor.

Lee Min-seong, the 23-year-old coach of the South Korean national football team, has been partially distrusted after a poor performance in the Asian Cup, but will continue to lead the team until the upcoming Asian Games in September.

José Luis Mendilibar reflects on his two-year tenure as the coach of Olympiacos, highlighting the success and achievements reached during this period.

Olympique Marseille has officially parted ways with Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi after a year and a half, following disappointing performances.

In an interview, anti-bullying coach Carsten Stahl discusses the murder case of a twelve-year-old and advocates for lowering the age of criminal responsibility and increased prevention efforts in schools.

Lenni Hämeenaho, a 21-year-old Finnish prospect for the New Jersey Devils, has made a strong impression in his first nine NHL games despite the team's struggles this season.

Norwegian coach Erik Kulstad is reportedly earning close to 100,000 euros per year as the head coach of Finland's biathlon team while the sports federation remains tight-lipped about the details.

Magne Hoseth has been appointed as the head coach of Strømsgodset, succeeding Dag-Eilev Fagermo with a two-year contract.

The controversy in the Italian women's curling team revolves around the exclusion of seasoned player Angela Romei in favor of 19-year-old Rebecca Mariani, daughter of the technical director, raising questions about merit and favoritism as the Olympic Games approach.

Mike Vrabel, head coach of the New England Patriots, has been awarded Coach of the Year at the NFL Honors, marking his team's remarkable turnaround ahead of the Super Bowl LX.

Niko Janković has been loaned to Slovan Bratislava for a year with an option to buy, as he did not fit into the plans of Rijeka's coach.

The traditional selection of the Evening's Basketball Player of the Year has begun, featuring legendary coach Josip Sesar, who shares his vote after successfully leading Dubrava during a critical period.

Niko Janković, a 24-year-old midfielder from HNK Rijeka, has signed with Slovakian club Slovan Bratislava after a prolonged transfer saga.

Croatian handball players received a grand welcome in central Zagreb for the second consecutive year, celebrating their achievements with fans in a lively atmosphere.

Head coach Harijs Vītoliņš has tasked Sandis Ozoliņš with addressing the Latvian men's hockey team's previous issues with power plays ahead of the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan.

Thousands of fans welcomed the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb after they won the bronze medal at the European Championship in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, with coach Dagur Sigurdsson expressing pride in their achievement.

Romanian national team coach Mircea Lucescu was urgently admitted to the University Hospital of Bucharest on Monday afternoon after a health relapse following a severe flu earlier this year.

Colombian club Millonarios has hired Argentine coach Fabián Bustos on a one-year contract, replacing the recently dismissed Hernán Torres.

Alexis Albanos returns as the head coach of the AEK handball team after a 2.5-year absence, succeeding Rui Silva.

Former striker Ruud van Nistelrooy will join the coaching staff of the Dutch national team on February 1st, prior to this year’s World Cup, serving as an assistant coach to Ronald Koeman.

Dinamo officially confirmed the transfer of 23-year-old Paul Tabinas to their team, who is now preparing under coach Mario Kovačević after leaving Vukovar.

Olympian swimmer Yannick Agnel is facing trial in France for the alleged rape of his coach's 13-year-old daughter, potentially facing a 20-year prison sentence.

Norway's ski jumping team, including coach Magnus Brevik and assistant coach Thomas Lobben, has been suspended for 18 months due to illegal equipment manipulation during last year's World Championship.

Croatian football coach Krunoslav Rendulić returns to coaching by taking the helm of second-league Emirate Club in the United Arab Emirates after a year-long break for hip surgery.

Former Croatian national football team player and coach Igor Štimac has been nominated for the 'Hercegovac of the Year' award at a cultural and entertainment event.

August Priske, the son of Sparta Prague's coach Brian Priske, is close to transferring to Birmingham City, which has intensified negotiations for the 22-year-old striker.

Coach Laura Bernardino discusses the challenges of returning to exercise after the holiday season and emphasizes the need to reconnect with genuine health habits.

Xabi Alonso, the Double coach of Bayer 04 Leverkusen, has been dismissed from Real Madrid just half a year into his three-year contract due to making excessive concessions.

Rolland Courbis, who passed away at 72, left a significant mark on French football throughout his 50-year career.

A 39-year-old man, known as a fitness coach on TikTok, is on trial for six counts of rape, including severe abuse against his wife and drugging another partner before the assault.

The article discusses the rising stars of Croatian handball goalkeeping, Dominik Kuzmanović and Matej Mandić, who are impressing fans and presenting challenges for coach Dagur Sigurdsson.

Eintracht Frankfurt is undergoing significant changes as coach Dino Toppmöller adjusts the team with new strikers, aiming to return to a successful trajectory quickly after the winter break.

Niko Kovac, celebrating one year as coach of Borussia Dortmund, discussed his football philosophy and the club's DNA in a recent interview while reflecting on his team's progress.

Diego Simeone has achieved unprecedented growth for Atlético de Madrid in his 14-year tenure, making him a historic figure in the club's history.

Chelsea has appointed Liam Rosenior as their new head coach on a five-and-a-half year deal following the departure of Enzo Maresca on New Year's Day.

Coaches have expressed strong disapproval of the Africa Cup of Nations transitioning from a biennial to a quadrennial schedule, a decision announced by CAF president Patrice Motsepe that some commentators view as prioritizing European interests.

The players of Varaždin began their preparations for the upcoming season while coach Nikola Šafarić reflected on the club's successful year and outlined future plans.

After years of struggles in the playoffs, the Czech juniors have made it to the finals, defeating Canada for the third consecutive time in this year's playoffs and securing their first medal in eighteen years.

Despite the new year, Valencia's performance remains poor, and fans are calling for the dismissal of coach Carlos Corberán after the team has only gained 16 points from 54 possible.

The Cleveland Browns have announced the firing of head coach Kevin Stefanski after a disappointing 5-12 season, marking the end of his six-year tenure.