Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry plans to block LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward from hiring the next football coach, citing concerns over the financial liabilities of firing the current coach, Brian Kelly, and criticizing the influence of sports agents and NCAA regulations. Landry emphasizes fiscal responsibility and intends to ensure the new coach's success with performance-based contracts, while also criticizing past large buyouts and the role of private donors.
Miami Dolphins fans expressed their dissatisfaction with the team's management and coaching by flying a banner over Hard Rock Stadium and raising funds for it, amid a disappointing start to the 2025 season with a heavy loss and poor offensive performance, prompting calls for changes in leadership.
The coach of the Spanish women's national soccer team, Jorge Vilda, has been fired by the Royal Federation of Spanish Football (RFEF) following a controversy surrounding RFEF President Luis Rubiales' non-consensual kiss of player Jenni Hermoso. Vilda, a close ally of Rubiales, was dismissed as part of the RFEF's promised structural changes. Assistant coach Montse Tomé will take over as head coach, becoming the first woman to hold the position. The RFEF also announced disciplinary proceedings against Rubiales, who has been suspended by FIFA. The RFEF apologized for Rubiales' behavior and the damage caused to Spanish football and society.
Mexico has fired Diego Cocca as head coach of its men’s national soccer team following a third-place finish in the Concacaf Nations League and a 3-0 defeat to the United States. Cocca had a record of 3-3-1 during his five-month tenure. Jaime Lozano will take over as head coach.
The Calgary Flames have fired coach Darryl Sutter after failing to reach the playoffs this season. Sutter had two years remaining on his contract, valued at around $4 million annually, and the Flames still owe him that money. The team is already searching for a new general manager after mutually agreeing to part ways with Brad Treliving. Sutter's demanding, tough-love approach worked with some players, but not with others, and a trio of players entering the final years of their contracts were all non-committal about their futures during exit meetings. The Flames now have two openings, one for a GM and one for a coach.
