Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner sat down with Kelly Somers for the Football Interview just over a week before announcing he is going to leave at the end of the season.
In a wide-ranging interview about his life, did he drop a hint about his future plans?
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Rival 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final coaches in Rabat on Sunday, Walid Regragui of Morocco and Pape Thiaw of Senegal, have both experienced the heartbreak of losing a title decider as players.
Striker Thiaw was part of the Senegal squad that lost the 2002 AFCON final on penalties after a 0-0 draw with defending champions Cameroon.
Full-back Regragui played in the following final, two years later, which Morocco lost 2-1 to hosts Tunisia.
Senegal have played in two subsequent AFCON title deciders, losing to Algeria in 2019 and defeating Egypt on penalties three years later.
But before the 2025 AFCON, Morocco never progressed beyond the quarter-finals in eight attempts since finishing runners-up in Tunisia.
Regragui created history in 2022 when he coached Morocco to the World Cup semi-finals, shocking Belgium, Spain, and Portugal en route.
It was the first time an African nation had reached the last four in the quadrennial global showpiece.
What made the achievement more remarkable was that Regragui had taken charge of the Atlas Lions just three months before the World Cup kicked off after Bosnian Vahid Halilhodzic was sacked.
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Morocco mocked form and tradition by topping a group including Croatia and Belgium, then eliminated Spain on penalties and Portugal before falling to France.
Based on their performances in Qatar, Morocco were overwhelming favourites to win the 2024 AFCON in the Ivory Coast.
But after cruising to the round of 16, they came unstuck against South Africa. A brilliant Teboho Mokoena goal, direct from a free-kick, sealed a 2-0 victory for the underdogs.
Having qualified comfortably for the 2026 World Cup, Morocco are now one victory away from ending a 50-year wait for a second AFCON title after winning the 1976 tournament in Ethiopia.
“We are considered firm favourites to win this AFCON. I read that we will win the tournament comfortably. That if we do not win, our campaign will be judged a failure,” Regragui told reporters.
“My task, and the job of my staff and the senior players, is to keep our feet on the ground and remember why Morocco has not won the AFCON for 50 years.
“We have not won the AFCON because we lacked humility in many of the tournaments, and we must not fall into that trap again.
“Morocco have progressed since that loss to South Africa. The squad has been rejuvenated. We have introduced young players while retaining the experienced core of the team.
“We came into this tournament with confidence, but nothing is guaranteed,” said the 50-year-old born in a southern suburb of Paris.
Regragui was capped 44 times by Morocco during a 14-year playing career, spent mainly in France. He had two seasons with Racing Santander in Spain and one with Moghreb Tetouan in Morocco.
Before taking charge of the Atlas Lions, his major coaching achievement was leading Wydad Casablanca to victory over Egyptian giants Al Ahly in the 2022 CAF Champions League final.
After the disappointment of losing the 2002 AFCON final, Thiaw went to the World Cup in South Korea and Japan later that year.
Senegal stunned defending champions France 1-0 in the opening match and exceeded expectations by reaching the quarter-finals, where they fell to Turkey.
Dakar-born Thiaw scored five goals in 16 national team appearances and played for clubs in France, Switzerland, Russia, and Spain before retiring in 2009.
After three seasons coaching Niarry Tally, a club bankrolled by a biscuit company, he was put in charge of the Senegal team preparing for the 2023 African Nations Championship (CHAN), a competition restricted to home-based footballers.
Thiaw unexpectedly led his country to glory, defeating hosts and favourites Algeria on penalties in the final after a goalless draw.
Now 44, he succeeded Aliou Cisse as coach of the senior national team in December 2024 and has lost just once — to Brazil in a London friendly match.
Holly Ramsay has melted hearts after sharing a deeply emotional moment from her wedding day, capturing the second her famous father Gordon Ramsay saw her in her bridal dress for the very first time.
In the touching video, which Holly posted for her followers on Instagram, the usually tough-talking TV chef is reduced to tears, overcome with emotion as his daughter steps into view.
The clip, which Holly captioned: “A moment we have talked about since I was a little girl, I’ll always be your bug I love you dad”, shows Holly moments before walking down the aisle, dressed in an elegant white gown as she prepares for one of the biggest days of her life.
When Gordon walks into the room and sees her, his reaction is instant. His face crumples, his hands fly to his mouth and he struggles to hold back tears, clearly moved by the sight of his daughter all grown up and ready to marry the love of her life.
Holly, 25, can be seen smiling warmly at her dad, clearly touched by his reaction. The moment perfectly captures the close bond the pair share, something Gordon has spoken about many times over the years.
The emotional “first look” took place ahead of Holly’s wedding to Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty, whom she married in a stunning ceremony surrounded by family and close friends in December 2025.
The joyous occasion was marred by a bitter family row that resulted in Adam’s own mother being excluded from the ceremony, with his sister Bethany being the only family member from his side present on the day.
The couple, who have been together for several years, got engaged in 2023 and have often shared glimpses of their relationship on social media, delighting fans with their obvious affection and support for one another.
This update also comes after reports suggest his family have told friends they’ve ‘given up hope’ of mending fences with their son following Gordon Ramsay’s recent remark.
The celebrity chef, aged 59, referred to himself as ‘dad’ in a comment on Adam’s wedding video where the Olympian declared he would ‘always choose’ his new wife Holly. In a touching wedding video shared on Instagram, Gordon penned: “Beautiful words @adamramsaypeaty True Love. Congratulations love you both so much dad.”
Gordon also left his followers in tears as he shared a sweet look at his daughter Holly’s wedding to Adam. All eyes were on the newlyweds following a highly public fallout between the Olympian and his parents.
But all seems well with his new in-laws with the famous chef sharing a gushing tribute a reel of snaps from the big day last month, including a snap of the chef holding a microphone and delivering his now-famous speech. Posting on Instagram , an emotional Gordon described the day as a “moment I’ll never ever forget”.
He gushed: “One of the most exciting car journeys ever in a father’s life is on the way to the Church with your beautiful daughter, incredible conversations and helping her to stay calm and relaxed ahead of our walk down the aisle, @hollyramsaypeaty @adamramsaypeaty @tanaramsay a moment I’ll never ever forget.”
Both Adam and Gordon’s daughter Holly were quick to repay the sentiment in the comments section, with Holly saying: “I love you dad xx,” and Adam simply sharing three white love hearts.
Among the photos uploaded was Gordon and his daughter clutching each other’s hands on the journey to the ceremony. The was also a snap of the proud dad having a dance with his daughter in the evening party.
Other uploads showed Gordon and wife Tana with their daughter, and Gordon clearly enjoying sharing his speech with the crowd. The last image seemingly showed Gordon and Holly sharing the first dance together.
A number of followers shared memes of people in tears, while another wrote about Holly: “Okay but your dress.” After sharing a crying emoji face, they continued: “So beautiful! I hope to find something like it!”
Israeli troops have shot and killed a Palestinian child in the occupied West Bank, as a wave of intensified Israeli military and settler violence across the territory continues.
Mohammed Naasan, 14, was killed on Friday after Israeli forces stormed and opened fire in the village of al-Mughayyir, near Ramallah, assaulting residents.
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Naasan was shot in the back and chest, the Palestinian news agency Wafa reported.
The Israeli military said in a statement that troops fatally shot Naasan because he was “running towards them carrying a rock”.
The killing came after Israeli settlers, under the protection of the Israeli army, had earlier on Friday stormed an area south of al-Mughayyir and fired live rounds, according to Wafa.
Palestinians across the West Bank have faced a wave of intensified Israeli military and settler violence in the shadow of Israel’s genocidal war against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, which has killed more than 71,000 people since October 2023.
Experts say the violence, which is taking place amid a push by far-right Israeli politicians to formally annex the West Bank, aims to force Palestinians out of their homes and communities.
According to United Nations figures, at least 240 Palestinians, including 55 children, were killed by Israeli forces or settlers last year alone.
The UN’s humanitarian office (OCHA) said more than 1,800 settler attacks that resulted in casualties or property damage were also recorded in 2025 – an average of about five incidents per day.
That is the highest average since OCHA began tracking settler violence in 2006, it said.
Israel’s army routinely fires live ammunition, tear gas, stun grenades and other weapons at Palestinians in the occupied territory, and it often justifies the assaults by claiming that stones were being thrown.
Israeli human rights group BTselem has said the military employs an “open-fire policy” that allows for an “unjustified use of lethal force” and “conveys Israel’s deep disregard for the lives of Palestinians”.
Rights advocates also have documented how Palestinian children in the West Bank, in particular, have been at heightened risk of Israeli violence under the shadow of the Gaza war.
“Decades of systemic impunity has created a situation where Israeli forces shoot to kill without limit,” Defence for Children International-Palestine (DCI-P) said last month after a 16-year-old Palestinian boy was killed by Israeli forces in the northern West Bank.
The Good Morning Britain presenters have become something of a go-to for sophisticated, easy-to-wear outfit inspiration, and this week’s look from Ranvir Singh is no exception. Whilst the other broadcasters on GMB are known for their love of dresses, Ranvir regularly opts for a jumpsuit instead, and her burgundy pick from earlier this week was the perfect example of why they’re just as chic (if not more so) than a midi dress.
We managed to track down her exact jumpsuit, which is the Emily Burgundy Jumpsuit from Phase Eight, and were delighted to spot that it’s currently on sale with a huge £80 off. Usually priced at £159, it’s now available for £79, with the discount applied to both the petite and regular length versions.
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The jumpsuit is the perfect choice for those occasions where you want to look smart without relying on a dress, with its tailored waist and flowing fabric making it comfortable and easy to wear whilst still being stylish. Coming in a very on-trend burgundy colour, the Emily Burgundy Jumpsuit has wide leg, flowing trousers and a relaxed shirt-style bodice that features voluminous sleeves which gather at the cuffs.
Its collared neckline keeps it smart whilst letting you decide if you want it buttoned to the top or left with a couple of buttons undone for a more laid-back look. The buttons themselves are covered in glittering crystals for some added glitz and playfulness, making this the perfect ‘desk to drinks’ outfit.
Ranvir paired her Emily Burgundy Jumpsuit with a pair of silver heels with a pointed toe to amp up the glamour, but you could just as easily wear it with some knee high boots underneath, or a pair of chunky loafers if you want to dress it down slightly for the office. The jumpsuit is proving so popular that it’s already starting to sell out in multiple sizes, with several options already showing as low stock.
We have spotted some other great alternatives on the high street, like this Burgundy Satin Short Sleeve Jumpsuit from Whistles which is now £65 down from £169. It comes in both navy and burgundy, and has a slightly more relaxed silhouette that’s perfect for everything from the office to a wedding.
If you’re after comfort, New Look’s Dark Burgundy Belted Wide Leg Jumpsuit is made from a lightweight jersey with a crinkled texture, whilst still maintaining a tailored, smart silhouette. It’s also on sale, down to just £16 from £35.99.
However Ranvir’s Emily Burgundy Jumpsuit has gotten high praise from Phase Eight shoppers, with one saying: “Good fit, true to photograph and description.”
Another agreed: “Lovely item, well made and true to size. So happy with my purchase.”
A third added: “Comfortable and a perfect fit. Love it.”
The only negative review read: “Zip of very poor quality” with no further details, which could be something to consider when making your purchase.
Liverpool goalkeeper Rafaela Borggrafe has received a six-game ban for using discriminatory language towards a team-mate, it was revealed on Friday.
Reds manager Gareth Taylor explained Borggrafe accepted the sanction, following an investigation by the Football Association that began in September, and has served five of the six games already.
The incident, believed to involve Borggrafe making an allegedly racist remark, took place during Liverpool’s pre-season training camp.
The 25-year-old German joined Liverpool from SC Freiburg in the summer and has made three first-team appearances.
She will serve the final match of her ban when she misses Sunday’s Women’s FA Cup fourth-round tie against London Bees (13:00 GMT).
Borggrafe has also been enrolled in an education programme by the FA.
Liverpool followed FA protocols by reporting the incident and awaited details of the investigation, with Borggrafe’s punishment initially undecided, but the club have now been told the duration of her ban.
“The situation is the situation. The team and the club acted in the appropriate way,” said Taylor in a pre-match news conference.
“We supported the FA. It has dragged on a bit, which has been frustrating for everyone involved, particularly Rafaela.
