Last Updated on June 2, 2026
Crystal Palace turn to Lens manager Pierre Sage after Andoni Iraola opened talks with Liverpool, while Liverpool and Celtic great Sir Kenny Dalglish confirms he is undergoing cancer treatment. Manchester City also seal a domestic double in the women’s game.
Crystal Palace turn to Pierre Sage for head coach role
Crystal Palace are in talks with Pierre Sage about making him their head coach after the Frenchman led Lens to second place in Ligue 1 this season. Sage has become the first choice to replace Oliver Glasner, ahead of Andoni Iraola, who is in discussions with Liverpool over succeeding Arne Slot.
Sage’s case rests on a remarkable Lens campaign. He inherited a side last June that had finished eighth and turned them into title contenders, ending the season six points adrift of Paris Saint-Germain and winning the Coupe de France. Before Lens, he managed Lyon for just over a year until he was sacked in January 2025.
Palace had considered Iraola and Frank Lampard, but the club were put off by the compensation fee attached to Lampard. With Iraola tied up in the Liverpool process, attention shifted to Sage, who is understood to be keen on the Selhurst Park job. The expectation is that a deal will be struck.
The vacancy follows Glasner’s exit and comes as Palace look to build on their recent progress. Sage’s Ligue 1 work, finishing as runners-up behind a dominant PSG side, has marked him as one of France’s most promising coaches.
Sir Kenny Dalglish confirms cancer treatment
Sir Kenny Dalglish, the Scotland, Liverpool and Celtic great, has confirmed he is undergoing treatment for cancer. The news prompted an outpouring of support from across British football for one of the game’s most celebrated figures.
Dalglish remains a revered name in the English and Scottish games, having starred and later managed at Liverpool and Celtic during a career that defined an era. His announcement of treatment will be closely followed by supporters of both clubs and the wider football community.
Manchester City complete a historic domestic double
Manchester City completed a historic domestic double with a commanding 4-0 win over Brighton in the Women’s FA Cup final at Wembley. The result capped a ruthless season for Andrée Jeglertz’s side.
Bunny Shaw played a starring role after signing a new long-term contract, fuelling debate over whether City can now build a period of dominance with Champions League football returning next season. The triumph also set the backdrop for England’s upcoming qualifier against Spain. You can follow the live scores and fixtures for the upcoming England qualifier and more.
Ligue 1 season awards crown Vitinha and Sage
The 2025-26 Ligue 1 season delivered standout campaigns for several figures. PSG’s Vitinha, the 26-year-old midfielder who described liking to feel "the match go through me," was central to everything the champions produced on the pitch.
Pierre Sage and Florian Thauvin were also among the season’s big hits, while it proved a campaign to forget for Paul Pogba and for Nice. The awards underline why Sage has emerged as Crystal Palace’s leading managerial target.
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Who do Crystal Palace want as their new head coach?
Crystal Palace are in talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage, who led the club to second in Ligue 1 and won the Coupe de France this season. He became the first choice after Andoni Iraola opened talks with Liverpool.
Why did Crystal Palace move away from Iraola and Lampard?
Andoni Iraola is in discussions with Liverpool over succeeding Arne Slot, while Palace were put off by the compensation fee attached to Frank Lampard, leading them to focus on Pierre Sage.
What did Sir Kenny Dalglish announce?
Sir Kenny Dalglish, the Scotland, Liverpool and Celtic great, confirmed he is undergoing treatment for cancer.
How did Manchester City win the Women’s FA Cup?
Manchester City beat Brighton 4-0 in the Women’s FA Cup final at Wembley to complete a historic domestic double, with Bunny Shaw starring after signing a new long-term contract.
Has Abdukodir Khusanov made Uzbekistan’s World Cup squad?
Yes. The Manchester City defender has been named in Uzbekistan’s World Cup squad, which is managed by former World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro.