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Glasgow Times
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Who is Davide Ancelotti? Rangers-linked manager profiled
Rangers' search for a permanent replacement for Philippe Clement appears to be edging towards a conclusion. So, what do we know about Ancelotti ahead of his first job in management? Here is everything you need to know... Who is Davide Ancelotti? Davide Ancelotti is a 35-year-old football coach. He has worked at some high-profile clubs despite being at a relatively early stage of his career. Ancelotti is the son of football legend Carlo Ancelotti, who will join the Brazil national team at the end of the season. He has a degree in sports science. What is Davide Ancelotti's current job? He currently works as an assistant coach of Real Madrid. Ancelotti has worked with the global footballing giants since 2021, working under his father. Who has Davide Ancelotti worked for? Ancelotti has worked as an assistant coach alongside his dad for several years and numerous clubs. He spent time at Bayern Munich, Napoli, Everton, and currently at Real Madrid. Those coaching responsibilities came after he acquired his UEFA A License in 2016. Before that, he worked as a fitness coach, including for Paris Saint-Germain, where, you guessed it, he worked for his dad. What has Davide Ancelotti won? Ancelotti has helped mastermind four Champions League triumphs for Los Blancos during his coaching career. He has also tasted silverware success with three La Liga titles and two Copa Del Rey trophies. Did Davide Ancelotti play football? The answer is yes... but not really. He spent his youth career in AC Milan's esteemed academy between 2007 and 2009. He failed to make the grade at the San Siro before moving to ASDC Borgomanero on loan, and subsequently, on a permanent basis. He took the tough decision to retire from football aged only 20 in 2009 to focus on a career in coaching. What has been said about Davide Ancelotti? Mason Holgate, previously a defender for Everton, described Ancelotti as "Unbelievable." He added: " One of the best I have worked with... calm and easy to speak to. "You can speak to him about many things, not just football. "He is a really good coach and owns what he is talking about." His dad, Carlo, has been credited as saying: "Davide is a competent, disciplined, professional and very calm assistant coach. "He's here because he's a good professional, not because he is my son." Comment from Real Madrid first team players include: "He talks a lot with us, he is very active. We respect him a lot." Another added: "As he is younger, he is the one who talks more with us and more in a joking tone, creating a very good atmosphere. "He's from the new generation, like some of us."
New York Times
02-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
USWNT appoints Tottenham assistant Vicky Jepson as under-20 head coach
Tottenham Hotspur assistant Vicky Jepson will leave the Women's Super League club at the end of the season to become head coach of the United States Under-20 women's national team. Jepson joined Spurs from Liverpool in 2021 as assistant to Rehanne Skinner. Following the sacking of Skinner in March 2023, Jepson took interim charge of Spurs for the remainder of the season, helping the club to survival in the WSL. Advertisement The 38-year-old returned to an assistant role upon the appointment of Robert Vilahamn as Spurs' head coach in July 2023, and was a part of the coaching team which led the north London club to its maiden Women's FA Cup final in 2024. Jepson earned her UEFA A License in June 2024. 'It's hard leaving Tottenham Hotspur after four memorable years at the club, but I'm moving on to work for the most progressive organization in the world for women's football,' Jepson said in a statement published Friday. 'Working alongside the incredible leadership of Tracey, (U.S. Soccer Sporting Director) Matt Crocker and of course a serial winner in Emma Hayes is an amazing opportunity. I can't wait to get started.' Jepson will lead the U.S. side ahead of preparations for the 2025 Concacaf Women's U-20 Championship in Costa Rica, which determines qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. Hayes has spoken about the importance of the USWNT's youth structure since her appointment in 2024, emphasising the value of repeating January's inaugural Futures Camp to develop a pathway into the senior team, and the necessity for a core group of players to play regularly together from youth level. The U.S. team finished third at the Women's U20 World Cup in 2024 under Tracey Kevins, the U.S. Soccer Head of Development for the Women's and Girls. Kevins said Jepson brings a 'wealth of experience, tactical knowledge and a proven track record of developing talent for the highest levels'. 'Her leadership will be instrumental in driving our U-20 program, which serves as a crucial step in our National Team pathway,' Kevins added. Jepson spent over a decade in Liverpool's coaching set-up and was appointed head coach in 2018. She was in charge during a particular period of under investment for the women's team as the club were relegated from the WSL in 2019-20 on a points-per-game basis following the curtailment of the season due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Advertisement Jepson previously worked in a national team set-up with England as head coach of the under-17 side. 'I'm passionate about developing this next generation and I look forward to providing them with challenging and valuable experiences to help them grow as people and players,' Jepson added. 'There is such a rich pool of talent in the USA and I'm so proud to be part of the players' journey to senior international football.'
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
USWNT appoints Tottenham assistant Vicky Jepson as under-20 head coach
Tottenham Hotspur assistant Vicky Jepson will leave the Women's Super League club at the end of the season to become head coach of the United States Under-20 women's national team. Jepson joined Spurs from Liverpool in 2021 as assistant to Rehanne Skinner. Following the sacking of Skinner in March 2023, Jepson took interim charge of Spurs for the remainder of the season, helping the club to survival in the WSL. Advertisement The 38-year-old returned to an assistant role upon the appointment of Robert Vilahamn as Spurs' head coach in July 2023, and was a part of the coaching team which led the north London club to its maiden Women's FA Cup final in 2024. Jepson earned her UEFA A License in June 2024. 'It's hard leaving Tottenham Hotspur after four memorable years at the club, but I'm moving on to work for the most progressive organization in the world for women's football,' Jepson said in a statement published Friday. 'Working alongside the incredible leadership of Tracey, (U.S. Soccer Sporting Director) Matt Crocker and of course a serial winner in Emma Hayes is an amazing opportunity. I can't wait to get started.' Jepson will lead the U.S. side ahead of preparations for the 2025 Concacaf Women's U-20 Championship in Costa Rica, which determines qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. Advertisement Hayes has spoken about the importance of the USWNT's youth structure since her appointment in 2024, emphasising the value of repeating January's inaugural Futures Camp to develop a pathway into the senior team, and the necessity for a core group of players to play regularly together from youth level. The U.S. team finished third at the Women's U20 World Cup in 2024 under Tracey Kevins, the U.S. Soccer Head of Development for the Women's and Girls. Kevins said Jepson brings a 'wealth of experience, tactical knowledge and a proven track record of developing talent for the highest levels'. 'Her leadership will be instrumental in driving our U-20 program, which serves as a crucial step in our National Team pathway,' Kevins added. Jepson spent over a decade in Liverpool's coaching set-up and was appointed head coach in 2018. She was in charge during a particular period of under investment for the women's team as the club were relegated from the WSL in 2019-20 on a points-per-game basis following the curtailment of the season due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Advertisement Jepson previously worked in a national team set-up with England as head coach of the under-17 side. 'I'm passionate about developing this next generation and I look forward to providing them with challenging and valuable experiences to help them grow as people and players,' Jepson added. 'There is such a rich pool of talent in the USA and I'm so proud to be part of the players' journey to senior international football.' This article originally appeared in The Athletic. US Women's national team, UK Women's Football 2025 The Athletic Media Company
