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Plymouth Argyle Dismiss Rooney Following Poor Season Start

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1 year ago

December 31, 2024

Wayne Rooney’s tenure as head coach of Plymouth Argyle has come to an end following a disappointing nine-match winless streak.

The Manchester United legend leaves the Pilgrims at the bottom of the Championship table, four points from safety. The club announced the decision on Monday, describing it as a mutual agreement between Rooney and the board.

Rooney, who previously managed Derby County and DC United, now faces another managerial setback, with his Plymouth appointment lasting only a few months since his arrival in the summer. Alongside Rooney, assistant coach Mike Phelan and first-team coach Stephen Ireland have also stepped down.

In a statement, Rooney expressed his gratitude and reflected on his brief spell at the club.

“I want to thank the Board of Plymouth Argyle Football Club, particularly Simon Hallett and Neil Dewsnip, for their support and strong relationships. My appreciation also goes to the staff, players, and fans for making me feel welcome and contributing to the special atmosphere at the club. I will always hold Plymouth Argyle close to my heart and will continue to follow their progress,” he said.

During Rooney’s time in charge, Plymouth managed just four wins in 23 matches, leading to increasing pressure and calls for change despite early optimism surrounding his appointment.

Club chairman Simon Hallett acknowledged Rooney’s dedication in a statement, saying, “Wayne Rooney joined us with great experience and ambition, and we hoped for a successful season. Sadly, the results didn’t reflect the hard work and commitment of Wayne and his team. We part ways amicably and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”

As fans expressed mixed emotions, appreciating Rooney’s efforts to introduce an attractive playing style despite the poor results, attention now turns to Plymouth’s search for a new manager. Meanwhile, Rooney faces uncertainty about his next step in what has been a challenging managerial career so far.

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2026 World Cup: Super Eagles waiting for FIFA’s decision – Iwobi

Published

17 hours ago

February 6, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

Super Eagles playmaker, Alex Iwobi, has admitted they are waiting to see if the team would still play at the 2026 World Cup.

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is optimistic of a potential lifeline from FIFA, after it submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Iwobi was asked by SuperSport if he would rather lift the AFCON 2025 trophy or qualify for the World Cup?

The 29-year-old, who played at the 2018 of the World Cup, replied: “I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.

“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have like in your career, a memorable moment.

“But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been. They would like to say ‘I want to go to the World Cup,’ so I can’t be selfish and say win the AFCON and for my teammates to not go to the World Cup. So it’s a tough one. I don’t know. I don’t know.”

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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE OF THE SUPER EAGLES ON THE PASSING OF HIS MOTHER

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1 week ago

January 30, 2026

Ekwutos Blog

President Bola Tinubu sends his condolences

to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze on the passing of his mother.

The President also extends his sympathies to the family and friends of Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, who passed away on Thursday.

President Tinubu mourns with the Chukwueze family and encourages them to find solace in the memory and legacy of their late matriarch.

“The passing of Mrs Chukwueze, the mother of one of our bright football stars, just a few days after the passing of Super Eagles’ captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father, is deeply saddening.

I mourn with them, and I am with them in prayers during this difficult time,” the President says.

President Tinubu prays that God Almighty will grant the departed eternal rest.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)