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BBC News
9 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Hull sign ex-Wednesday defender Famewo
Hull City have completed the signing of defender Akin Famewo on a two-year deal, with the club having the option of a third 26, was a free agent, having seen his contract end at fellow Championship club Sheffield Wednesday at the end of last had played 73 games across three seasons for the Owls and he was offered a new deal at Hillsborough, but he has decided that his future lies elsewhere. Famewo is the latest departure in a chaotic period at the south Yorkshire club, which has culminated with the departure of head coach Danny Rohl earlier on Tuesday. Famewo is the fifth transfer of the close season for Hull as they prepare for the new season under Bosnian head coach Sergej Jakirovic."It's a proud day for me to sign here," he told the club's website."This is a massive club with a great history and I'm looking forward to our future together."We talked about the plans for the club and what the club wants to achieve. They made it clear they wanted to bring me here and be a part of the club moving forward."Hull start their Championship campaign at Coventry City on 9 August.
The Guardian
9 hours ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
Danny Röhl does one as Wednesday's woes get ever deeper
Back in the 1880s, when Sheffield Wednesday were known simply as The Wednesday, the staunchly amateur club had a little problem. Having just won the FA Cup for the first time in 1896, the club then forgot to apply for the following season's competition, missing the deadline entirely, which meant that most of their cup-winning side were rather cheesed off, threatened to leave and start their own professional club, Sheffield Rovers, where players would be paid for their performances. The next few months for Wednesday were something of a shambles and in scenes that will be familiar to anyone that has played Sunday League, the club struggled to find enough players to put out a proper side, culminating in a 16-0 defeat to Bolton-based Halliwell FC in January 1887, a match in which Wednesday could only field 10 players. A few months later, an emergency meeting was held between players and president John Holmes, after which the club turned professional. The players were paid and The Wednesday were saved. It won't be the tiniest crumb of comfort to Sheffield Wednesday fans that the hat-trick of suffering existential crises due to poor admin, not paying players and staff properly and failing to have enough players for a full team is well ingrained into the club's history. In case you hadn't seen, the Owls are again in trouble. After a chaotic summer dominated by financial issues (failing to pay all the squad's wages for the third time in four months in June) manager Danny Röhl has now left the club by mutual consent, 12 days before the start of the Championship season, with first-team coaches Sascha Lense, Chris Powell, Neil Thompson and Sal Bibbo all following through the door marked Doing One. They aren't the only departures. While Djeidi Gassama was sold for actual money to Rangers, Josh Windass, Michael Smith and Callum Paterson have all departed for free, with the club unable to bring in any new senior arrivals owing to their transfer ban until January 2027, enforced after the repeated failure to pay players' wages. Wednesday could face further disciplinary action from the EFL, a possible player walkout, longer transfer embargo, plus a fine and a points deduction if the situation continues. Despite his exit, Röhl had been generally beloved by Wednesday supporters, having rescued the club from relegation to League One in his first campaign and leading Wednesday on an unlikely playoff push last season. 'This summer has been difficult and, in the end, the club and I came to the mutual decision to part ways,' posted Röhl on various Social Media Disgraces. 'Even during the difficult moments and setbacks, I have always continued to feel the support from everyone. We achieved a miracle together and that will always be something truly exceptional. I wish everyone associated with Wednesday my very best. I will never forget you.' Wednesday currently have just 16 first-team players listed on their website, although to what extent those players are actually contracted to the club, including captain Barry Bannan, remains unclear. Wednesday's owner, Dejphon Chansiri, is willing to sell and has received offers from at least two US consortiums, but neither has met his valuation. The Thai businessman's tenure has been littered with problems: from the late payment of tax bills to points deductions, to a broken boiler unable to provide hot showers for the players at Hillsborough and even a threat to ban anyone who attended the stadium in a fake shirt. It's fair to say Chansiri is not flavour of the month. With pay day for July due this week, it remains to be seen if any of the remaining players and staff will stick around for the opener against Leicester City, recently relegated from the Premier League of course – a match which now feels as daunting as Wednesday's 10-man trip to Halliwell in 1887. Just like they did nearly 140 years ago, here hoping one of England's grand old clubs can somehow navigate this latest mess and spread their wings again. 'Sarina's got rhythm. She absolutely loves Burna Boy. I can't believe it. Her face when they brought him out was a picture. She was busting out some moves and singing away so that was a special moment' – England defender Esme Morgan on Sarina Wiegman's unlikely duet, one of many magic moments from the Lionesses' Euro 2025 homecoming party in central London. I was intrigued by Lucy Bronze's quote in yesterday's Football Daily – 'I've been through a lot of pain, but that's what it takes to play for England.' Does this mean that all us fans who have watched the England men's team play in a tournament are therefore eligible to be capped?' – John Kyle. I was interested to hear that Morgan Gibbs-White's contract extension 'underlines the ambition of Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis, whose vision for European success and sustained Premier League progress continues to shape the club's future' (yesterday's Football Daily, full email edition). Presumably this is a different Evangelos Marinakis from the one who gave up a controlling interest in Nottingham Forest?' – Guy Stephenson. I agree with Mick Beeby: no more drums in football grounds (yesterday's Football Daily letters). Do something useful at tea-time, start a petition' – Arthur McAra. The best response to the infuriating drummer is contempt. Brentford fans' immediate reaction to an opposition drummer is to chant: 'We don't need a drum. We don't need a drum. We're Brentford FC, we don't need a drum'' – Russell Wallman. If you have any, please send letters to Today's winner of our prizeless letter o' the day is … John Kyle. Terms and conditions for our competitions, when we run them, are here. A joyful edition (if you're of an English persuasion, admittedly) as the Women's Football Weekly team reflect on the Euro 2025 final. And the Football Weekly pod squad also have a mailbag edition too. The story of England's Euros triumph, as depicted by David Squires. In a bid to improve communication between match referees and VAR officials based away from the stadium, the Scottish FA has sent refs to chat with aviation experts. 'These top people who help train pilots were talking to us about communication in the cockpit in very, very difficult situations, very much under pressure,' cheered Willie Collum, the SFA head of refereeing. 'Pilots, it's life or death – people would say it's life or death in football as well,' Collum added. Has he not seen the new season of The Rehearsal? Some Hillsborough survivors and family members of victims have called for Keir Starmer to reconsider his appointment of the former Sun editor David Dinsmore as the government's permanent secretary for communications. Morecambe have been suspended from the National League with immediate effect as concern mounts regarding the future of the 105-year-old club. João Félix has ended his second underwhelming Chelsea stay, joining Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. 'I'm here to have fun and win together,' he trilled after signing a two-year contract. Chelsea will invest said recouped wedge to sign versatile Ajax defender Jorrel Hato, and are also pursuing a €70m move for Leipzig playmaker Xavi Simons. Nottingham Forest have agreed a club-record deal for Bologna winger Dan Ndoye and are also interested in Fulham flyer Adama Traoré. Eddie Howe is not giving up on Newcastle keeping hold of Alexander Isak just yet. 'He is still our player. He's contracted to us,' Howe tooted. 'We, to a degree, control what is next for him. I would love to believe all possibilities are still available to us.' Everton have followed Chelsea and Villa in selling their women's team to a parent company, Roundhouse Capital, in order to comply with PSR regulations. And with three days until Hertha Berlin kick off the season against Schalke, the team have been told to change their home kit. 'The DFL informed us the stripes on the front must also be repeated on the back,' sighed the club. Nigeria have completed 'Mission X' by winning their 10th Women's Africa Cup of Nations, despite going 2-0 down to hosts Morocco in the final. In the latest newsletter, Osasu Obayiuwana looks at how the Super Falcons got the job done. More England Euro 2025 content, you demand ask? We deliver! From Zurich Tom Garry writes on Sarina Wiegman and how her laser focus, calm character and human touch helped elevate her team to greatness. Jonathan Liew praises the 'Proper England' mantra that led to undiluted commitment and individual sacrifice from the players. Sophie Downey dishes out player ratings. Nines for Hannah Hampton, Michelle Agyemang, Chloe Kelly and Wiegman, naturally. Murshida Uddin and Eze Obasi give their flowers to Jess Carter, who showed courage and grit to emerge triumphant after racist abuse during the tournament. Will Unwin pens an ode to Lucy Bronze who has written herself into folklore with her fearless performances despite a fractured tibia. Nick Ames congratulates the host country Switzerland on delivering a high-wire act despite their modest football infrastructure. And in today's Rumour Mill: is Gianluigi Donnarumma looking to leave Bigger Cup winners PSG for … Manchester United? Jimmy Hill, no less, scores Fulham's second goal in the 1958 FA Cup semi-final against Manchester United, Munich disaster survivors Bill Foulkes and Harry Gregg unable to prevent him scoring. The game ended 2-2 at Villa Park, United winning the replay 5-3 at Highbury, only then losing to Nat Lofthouse and Bolton in the final. Hill would never play in the final, and Fulham had to wait until 1975 to reach the Wembley showpiece. They have still never won the trophy.
Scotsman
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Scotsman
Former Hearts favourite departs Sheffield Wednesday after five year stint to sign for League Two side
Former Hearts fan-favourite Callum Paterson has left English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday after five years with the club to sign for League Two MK Dons. Sign up to our Hearts newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Scotland international has joined MK Dons after making 186 appearances for the Owls and scoring 31 goals before his contract expired at the end of the season. There was hope that, despite the ongoing financial issues at the Championship club, Paterson could still re-sign with Wednesday after being spotted in pre-season training with his former squad. But the 30-year-old is now set for a move to MK Dons and he told the club's website: 'I met the manager a couple of weeks ago, he shared his plans with me, and he had some great ideas, and I wanted to be a part of it," he told the club website. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "He's got a clear plan and he's a really approachable guy, it makes the difference when you can speak to the manager and he tells you exactly what he wants." The man who came through the youth ranks at Hearts played 137 times for The Jambos' first team between 2012 and 2017 before leaving for Cardiff City, where he achieved Premier League promotion. Paterson's new boss, Paul Warne, said: 'He's a player who's always been a thorn in my side when I've managed teams against him. He's played in numerous positions and can slot in across the front line. He's good in the air, works really hard for the team, and he's a winner, which is what we want at this football club." Paterson's message for the Wednesday fans Paterson posted a heartfelt goodbye message on Instagram after leaving the South Yorkshire club, where he was popular for his high work ethic and contribution to the League One play-off winning side in 2023. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad He said: 'Sadly, my time at Sheffield Wednesday has come to an end. I've loved every second of playing for this massive club and made so many memories that I'll never forget, especially in the promotion season. 186 times I was privileged enough to wear the badge and it was always an honour to pull on that shirt whenever I got the opportunity. 'I would just like to thank all of the fans for making me feel at home in Sheffield for the last five seasons. Thank you to all of the backroom staff, the physios, the coaching staff and everyone else in between. You have all been amazing with me and I'll forever appreciate it. 'I've made some amazing friends for life at the club and in the city itself. Sheffield will always hold a special part in my life with my daughter being born here. I wish everyone at SWFC all the best for the upcoming season and for the future beyond that. Excited to start a new chapter. WAWAW. Pato.'
BBC News
11 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Hillsborough's North Stand closed by Sheffield council
The North Stand of Sheffield Wednesday's Hillsborough ground has been closed by the city council because of concerns around its structural BBC reported earlier this month that the Championship club had been told to carry out repairs after "extensive corrosion" was found in the roof of the a statement, Sheffield City Council said assurances on this had not been provided and it had therefore placed a prohibition notice on the stand, preventing supporters from using first home game of the new season is against Stoke City on Saturday 16 August."We are regrettably in a position where we must issue a notice prohibiting spectators in the North Stand until we can be absolutely assured that the required work has been undertaken to the satisfaction of the council as certifying authority," said councillor Joe Otten, chair of the environmental services and regulation policy committee at Sheffield City Council."We have done this immediately, following an assessment by engineering specialists who can no longer confirm that the North Stand is safe for spectator use."We recognise that this is a very difficult situation, and we will continue working closely with the club and provide support and guidance where we can."We as much as anyone want to see the fans enjoying football at Sheffield Wednesday next season."This is the latest issue to hit the club in a tumultuous club have been placed under numerous embargoes because of financial issues, including wages being paid late in both May and June, and manager Danny Rohl left by mutual consent on Tuesday.
Ammon
12 hours ago
- Business
- Ammon
Sheffield Wednesday part company with manager Rohl
Ammon News - Sheffield Wednesday have parted company with manager Danny Rohl by mutual consent less than two weeks before the start of the season, the Championship club said on Tuesday. German Rohl, 36, took charge of Wednesday in October 2023 and helped the Yorkshire side avoid relegation from the second tier. He guided them to a 12th-place finish last season. "Sheffield Wednesday would like to thank Danny and his backroom team for their services and wish them well for the future," the club said in a statement. The English Football League (EFL) put Wednesday under transfer restrictions and charged the club last month over unpaid player wages. Owner Dejphon Chansiri was also charged for causing the club to be in breach of EFL regulations. Media reports said Chansiri was looking to sell the Hillsborough-based club.
