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# Oporto Sports Management

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- [Ed Brand signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/ed-brand-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing former Chelsea coach, Ed Brand.Brand has over 17 years’ experience as a coach, joining Chelsea in 2009 and working at all levels from U12s through to U21s, before joining Swindon Town as Jody Morris’ assistant, gaining experience in League Two.Qualified to UEFA Pro Licence
- [Coaches Voice Academy: Chris Hogg](https://www.oportosports.com/coaches-voice-academy-chris-hogg/) - Oporto Sports client and Northampton Town manager Chris Hogg has featured on The Coaches’ Voice Academy, explaining the principles behind progressing the ball into the final third.Hogg takes charge of his first league game as Northampton boss on Saturday, against Swindon Town.To watch the feature (subscription required), please click hereFor any enquiries for Chris Hogg, please
- [Darrell Clarke: Tranmere Rovers official podcast](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-tranmere-rovers-official-podcast/) - Oporto Sports client and Tranmere Rovers manager Darrell Clarke is the first guest on the club’s official podcast.Darrell speaks to experienced commentator Steve Bower, ahead of the new league season, with Tranmere playing Shrewsbury Town at home on Saturday.To watch the podcast in full, please click hereFor any enquiries for Darrell Clarke, please email dean@oportosports.com
- [Jon Brady set for BBC Radio 5 Live appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-set-for-bbc-radio-5-live-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client and Port Vale manager Jon Brady will be a studio guest for BBC Radio 5 Live’s Around the Grounds show on Saturday afternoon.Brady’s first competitive action of the 26/27 season will take place on Friday evening as his side travel to Wolverhampton Wanderers for and EFL Cup first round clash.Brady will be
- [Bruno Berner makes winning start](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-makes-winning-start/) - Oporto Sports client and Neuchatel Xamax head coach Bruno Berner has won his first two games in charge, 3-2 against his former club, SC Kriens on the opening weekend, followed by a 2-1 win away to Wil last Friday.Bruno also spoke with Sky Sports’ Adam Bate this summer, about Swiss star Johan Manzambi, ahead of
- [Richard O’Donnell extends agreement with Port Vale](https://www.oportosports.com/richard-odonnell-extends-agreement-with-port-vale/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Richard O’Donnell to extend his contract as first-team coach of Port Vale Football Club.O’Donnell joined Vale in March on an initial contract until the end of the season, and will now remain as part of fellow Oporto client Jon Brady’s staff.For any enquiries
- [Shaun Pearson departs Grimsby Town](https://www.oportosports.com/shaun-pearson-departs-grimsby-town/) - Oporto Sports client Shaun Pearson has left his role as assistant manager of Grimsby Town, announced today.Pearson played for Grimsby across two spells, making over 200 appearances, and was part of two promotion-winning sides, before returning to the club as part of the coaching staff.Shaun will now spend some time with his young family, ahead
- [Stephen Clemence coaches for City Football Group](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-coaches-for-city-football-group/) - Oporto Sports would like to share our congratulations to our client Stephen Clemence, who recently completed a spell coaching with the City Football Group.Stephen was based at The Campus in Manchester, working with professional players from across CFG. This is the second time he has fulfilled this role.For any enquiries for Stephen Clemence, please email
- [Raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support](https://www.oportosports.com/raising-money-for-macmillan-cancer-support/) - Late last month, Oporto Senior PR Account Manager, Chris Mortley, undertook a 26.2-mile hike throughout Derbyshire’s Peak District to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.The marathon hike started in Bakewell and challenged hikers through steep inclines and descents, as well as uneven terrain, in temperatures over 20°C. Chris completed the marathon-distance hike in 8 hours
- [Mikey Harris named as Brighton interim girls’ academy manager](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-named-as-brighton-interim-girls-academy-manager/) - Oporto Sports client and Norway women’s assistant coach Mikey Harris has taken on an additional role as interim girls’ academy manager at Brighton and Hove Albion.Mikey has held a number of positions at the club; working within the boys’ academy, as interim women’s head coach in the WSL, and last season worked as assistant men’s
- [St. George’s Park hosts 10th Disability Cup finals weekend](https://www.oportosports.com/st-georges-park-hosts-10th-disability-cup-finals-weekend/) - Oporto Sports client, St. George’s Park, played host to the 10th EE Disability FA Cup finals weekend late last month. Broadcast live on TNT Sports, the home of England’s teams provided the setting as 12 disability teams from around the country competed in six finals across two days.On the first day of finals, winners were
- [Kevin Maher: The Coaches Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-the-coaches-voice/) - Oporto Sports client and former Southend United manager, Kevin Maher, has written his long-read feature piece for The Coaches’ Voice, published earlier this week.Maher, who departed Southend in May just days after winning the FA Trophy, wrote about the challenges of managing Southend during a period when their existence was in doubt, his journey as
- [Mikey Harris set for World Cup play-offs](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-set-for-world-cup-play-offs/) - Oporto Sports client and Norway women’s assistant Mikey Harris will face Romania in round one of the play-offs for the FIFA 2027 World Cup, to be held in Brazil.Norway will play Romania over two legs, in October, after finishing second in qualification behind Germany.The winner of the two-legged tie will face the winner of Wales
- [Marc Canham speaks to The Independent](https://www.oportosports.com/marc-canham-speaks-to-the-independent/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and former Director of Football and Chief Football Officer for the Football Association of Ireland, Marc Canham, spoke recently to Miguel Delaney, The Chief Football Writer of The Independent.The interview covered a range of topics, including Canham and the FAI’s appointment of Heimir Hallgrimsson, the process and identification of manager appointments,
- [Adrian Bevington speaks to Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/adrian-bevington-speaks-to-sky-sports/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and former Club England MD Adrian Bevington spoke to Sky Sports’ Peter Smith last weekend for an interview about England’s training base for the FIFA World Cup.Bevington discussed his own experiences from working with The Football Association for over 17 years.More recently, Adrian has worked in a variety of roles, including
- [Mike Stowell: Kasper Schmeichel’s retirement](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-kasper-schmeichels-retirement/) - Oporto Sports client and Plymouth Argyle goalkeeper coach spoke recently to the Leicester Mercury following the news of his former colleague, Kasper Schmeichel’s retirement.Stowell worked closely with Schmeichel at Leicester, during a period where the club won the Premier League, FA Cup, Community Shield, reached the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, UEFA Conference League semi-finals and
- [Mikey Harris set for final World Cup qualifiers](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-set-for-final-world-cup-qualifiers/) - Oporto Sports client and Norway women’s national team assistant coach, Mikey Harris, faces two key World Cup qualifiers in the coming days.On Friday, Norway will face Group D leaders Germany in Cologne, with a win enough to put them in the driving seat for qualification, ahead of facing Austria in Oslo on Tuesday for the
- [Kevin Maher writes open letter to Southend fans](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-writes-open-letter-to-southend-fans/) - Oporto Sports client and former Southend United head coach Kevin Maher has written an open letter to the Southend supporters, following the club’s FA Trophy success and his subsequent departure.In the letter, Kevin talks of his gratitude to those connected to the club, saving a special mention for the players, staff and the supporters.Maher achieved
- [Oporto design Oxfordshire FA’s County Cup final programmes](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-design-oxfordshire-fas-county-cup-final-programmes/) - Oporto Sports client, Oxfordshire FA, engaged the agency for its design services to produce digital matchday programmes for this year’s County Cup finals. Working closely with the Oxfordshire FA team, Oporto’s award-winning programme design experience was put to use in the creation of 18 editions, which were made available to read online or download for free.Click
- [Ian Baraclough enjoys positive first season as Partick Thistle DOF](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-enjoys-positive-first-season-as-partick-thistle-dof/) - Oporto Sports would like to offer our congratulations to our client Ian Baraclough on a strong season as the club’s director of football, with the club finishing second in the Scottish Championship, and missing out on promotion to the SPL after a 2-1 aggregate defeat to St Mirren in the play-offs.Thistle also reached the quarter-finals
- [Chris Hogg: The Coaches’ Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-hogg-the-coaches-voice/) - Oporto Sports client and Northampton Town manager Chris Hogg penned a first-person feature for The Coaches’ Voice, published earlier this week.Chris wrote about overcoming setbacks as a player, his progression as a coach and how he has been influenced, as well as his beliefs in the way the game should be played and his own
- [Alex Revell nominated for LMA L1 Manager of the Year](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-nominated-for-lma-l1-manager-of-the-year/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell on being nominated for the LMA League One manager of the year award.Revell led Stevenage to 6th place and a play-off semi-final against Stockport County, hugely overachieving any pre-season expectations for the club.The LMA League One manager of the year award went
- [Darrell Clarke named Tranmere Rovers manager](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-named-tranmere-rovers-manager/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Darrell Clarke to become the new manager of Tranmere Rovers.Darrell signed a two-year contract and was unveiled at the club’s training ground on Tuesday morning, speaking to club media, before official photographs and speaking to local media.Darrell has won five promotions as a
- [Andy Whing: The Coaches Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-the-coaches-voice/) - Oporto Sports client and Brackley Town manager Andy Whing has been profiled for a first-person feature for The Coaches’ Voice, released this week.Andy covers subjects including his battles to make it as a professional footballer, transitioning from playing to coaching, and becoming a manager and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with the role and
- [Chris Hogg named as Northampton Town manager](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-hogg-named-as-northampton-town-manager/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Chris Hogg to be named as manager of Northampton Town.The role will be Hogg’s first as a manager, having coached with Ipswich Town and Newcastle United, before being an assistant at MK Dons, Oxford United, Bristol City and Norwich City, working with his
- [Kevin Maher delivers FA Trophy success](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-delivers-fa-trophy-success/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Kevin Maher on winning the FA Trophy with Southend United on Sunday, following a penalty shootout victory over Wealdstone.The win has delivered Southend’s first FA Trophy and first national cup, having been runners-up in the EFL Trophy on three occasions.Southend have recorded back-to-back play-off campaigns under Maher’s
- [Mikey Harris wins Premier League 2 play-off final](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-wins-premier-league-2-play-off-final/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client and Brighton & Hove Albion U21s assistant Mikey Harris, on the club’s Premier League 2 play-off final victory over Manchester United.Brighton won 1-0 with a late goal from Tyler Silsby after 57 minutes.Mikey will return to Norway women’s duty as they face World Cup Qualification Group D
- [Mike Stowell: More than the Score](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-more-than-the-score/) - Oporto Sports client and Plymouth Argyle goalkeeper coach Mike Stowell spoke recently to BBC World Service Radio, for their podcast More than the Score, covering the subject of interim or caretaker managers.Stowell was a caretaker or joint-caretaker on six occasions at Leicester City Football Club, as well as being part of their coaching team for
- [Steve Cotterill awarded Freedom of the Borough](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-awarded-freedom-of-the-borough/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate Cheltenham Town manager Steve Cotterill on the news that he will be awarded the Freedom of the Borough, by Cheltenham Borough Council, at a ceremony on Monday 18th May.Speaking about the award, Cotterill said: “I am extremely proud to receive this prestigious award. It means everything to me and
- [Kevin Maher set for FA Trophy final at Wembley](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-set-for-fa-trophy-final-at-wembley/) - Oporto Sports would like to send our best wishes to our client Kevin Maher and everyone at Southend United Football Club, ahead of their FA Trophy final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, kick-off 4.30pm.Kevin has guided Southend to two Wembley appearances in the space of 12 months, reaching the National League play-off final last season,
- [Darrell Clarke to guest on BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-to-guest-on-bbc-radio-5-live/) - Oporto Sports client Darrell Clarke will be a studio guest for this evening’s BBC Radio 5 Live 72+ show as part of the 40th anniversary of the EFL play-offs, on air from 9pm to 10.30pm.Darrell will be alongside host Aaron Paul and fellow guests Tommy Smith and Lyle Taylor, as they look back on their
- [Ian Baraclough set for Premiership play-offs](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-set-for-premiership-play-offs/) - Oporto Sports client and Partick Thistle Sporting Director Ian Baraclough will face the first-leg of their play-off semi-final this evening away to Dunfermline Athletic.Partick finished in second place in the Championship, and will face Dunfermline at home on Friday evening, with the winners to face the 11th placed team in the Scottish Premiership over a
- [Paul Heckingbottom set for Sky Sports L1 play-offs](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-set-for-sky-sports-l1-play-offs/) - Oporto Sports PR client and Preston North End boss Paul Heckingbottom will be a guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League One play-off semi-final second leg between Bradford City and Bolton Wanderers, this Thursday, on air from 7.30pm.Paul will be alongside presenter Michelle Owen and fellow guest Jobi McAnuff.Hecky won the League One
- [Birmingham CFA launch initiative with West Midlands Police](https://www.oportosports.com/birmingham-cfa-launch-initiative-with-west-midlands-police/) - Oporto Sports client Birmingham County FA has recently launched KAIA (Kick Against Injustice and Abuse) – a new initiative developed in partnership with West Midlands Police to address the rise of abuse within the female game.KAIA aims to create a safer, more supportive environment for women and girls in football by providing clubs with access
- [Steve Cotterill nominated for Freedom of Cheltenham](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-nominated-for-freedom-of-cheltenham/) - Oporto Sports client and Cheltenham Town manager Steve Cotterill has been formally nominated for the Freedom of the Borough of Cheltenham, following a large supporter-led petition to honour him.Steve won three promotions for Cheltenham, lifting them from the Southern League to League One, as well as winning the FA Trophy. Since returning to the club
- [EFL Play-offs: Alex Revell and Shaun Pearson](https://www.oportosports.com/efl-play-offs-alex-revell-and-shaun-pearson/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our clients Alex Revell (Stevenage) and Shaun Pearson (Grimsby Town), all the best for their respective play-off campaigns.Stevenage scored an injury-time winner against Wigan Athletic on Saturday to secure sixth place, and will face third-placed Stockport County at home on Saturday 9 May, 3pm kick, with the return leg
- [Bruno Berner named Neuchatel Xamax head coach](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-named-neuchatel-xamax-head-coach/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Bruno Berner on his appointment as head coach of Swiss Challenge League side, Neuchatel Xamax.Berner departed his role as assistant coach of A-League side Macarthur Bulls last week, and will begin his new project in the second tier on 1 June.Bruno’s last roles in Switzerland were in
- [Kevin Maher set for play-offs and FA Trophy final](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-set-for-play-offs-and-fa-trophy-final/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our client Kevin Maher all the best as his Southend United side take on Scunthorpe United tonight, kick-off 7.45pm, in the National League play-off eliminator game.Southend finished in sixth place, with an impressive 81 points, following a final day 2-1 home win over Wealdstone, and have also reached the
- [Oporto clients face L1 play-off battle](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-clients-face-l1-play-off-battle/) - Oporto Sports clients Alex Revell (Stevenage), Chris Powell (Luton Town) and Mike Stowell (Plymouth Argyle) face a final day shootout, on Saturday, for a place in the League One play-offs.Stevenage play Wigan Athletic knowing that a win will secure their place in the play-offs, while Luton travel to Bolton Wanderers and Plymouth face Northampton Town
- [Jon Brady and Richard O’Donnell run the London Marathon](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-and-richard-odonnell-run-the-london-marathon/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our clients, Port Vale manager Jon Brady and coach Richard O’Donnell, for running the London Marathon on Sunday.Richard ran to raise money and awareness for Prostate Cancer UK, in memory of his father who passed away in June 2025 after a brave battle against prostate cancer for almost nine
- [Franny Benali on media and hospitality duty](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-media-and-hospitality-duty/) - Oporto Sports PR client Franny Benali has been in demand recently, covering Southampton’s recent good form in the EFL Championship and FA Cup.Two weeks ago, Franny was a studio guest for Sky Sports’ Soccer Special, watching Southampton’s 3-0 win over Blackburn Rovers.On Saturday, Franny was on hospitality duty at Wembley Stadium, watching the Saints’ dramatic
- [Shaun Pearson makes L2 play-offs with Grimsby](https://www.oportosports.com/shaun-pearson-makes-l2-play-offs-with-grimsby/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Shaun Pearson, assistant head coach at Grimsby Town, on the club securing a League Two play-off place, following a 4-0 home win over Swindon Town on Saturday.Grimsby face Tranmere Rovers away on Saturday in the final league game of the season, and still have the opportunity to
- [Ian Baraclough to speak at Football Transfer Forum 15](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-to-speak-at-football-transfer-forum-15/) - Oporto Sports client and Partick Thistle Sporting Director Ian Baraclough will be a guest speaker at the Football Transfer Forum 15, held at Hampden Park, on Friday 1 May.Partick Thistle have their final league game on Friday evening at home to Queen’s Park, and have already secured second place in the Scottish Championship and will
- [Mikey Harris enjoys consecutive wins for Norway women](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-enjoys-consecutive-wins-for-norway-women/) - Oporto Sports client and Norway women’s assistant coach Mikey Harris enjoyed a positive international window earlier this month with two wins.Norway women beat Slovenia 5-0 at home on Tuesday 14 April and in the return fixture won 3-2 on Saturday 18 April.The two wins leave Norway in second place in League A Group 4, a
- [Alex Revell nominated for L1 Manager of the Season](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-nominated-for-l1-manager-of-the-season/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client, Stevenage manager Alex Revell, on being nominated for League One Manager of the Season at the EFL Awards 2026.Revell is nominated alongside Michael Skubala (Lincoln City), Graham Alexander (Bradford City) and Brian Barry-Murphy (Cardiff City), with the awards taking place in London on Sunday 19 April, and
- [Chris Lock featured by Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-lock-featured-by-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and Charlton Athletic U21 head coach Chris Lock, has given an exclusive in-depth interview to Sky Sports’ website feature writer, Adam Bate, covering his coaching journey and his life outside of football.Alongside his role at Charlton, Chris is also an assistant coach at The FA, working with England U17s, U18s and U20s.
- [Good luck, Powelly!](https://www.oportosports.com/good-luck-powelly/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our client, Luton Town assistant manager Chris Powell, the best of luck as Jack Wilshere’s side take on Stockport County at Wembley Stadium this Sunday (12 April), in the EFL Trophy final, kick-off 3pm.Luton are also still in the League One play-off race, in 10th position, just three points
- [Ian Baraclough celebrates one-year anniversary at Partick Thistle](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-celebrates-one-year-anniversary-at-partick-thistle/) - Oporto Sports client and Partick Thistle Sporting Director Ian Baraclough can look back on his one-year anniversary of joining the club with great pride on the progress made on and off the field.Ian appointed Mark Wilson as head coach, and the club is currently in second place in the Scottish Championship, just five points behind
- [Middlesex FA go the distance for Ealing Foodbank](https://www.oportosports.com/middlesex-fa-go-the-distance-for-ealing-foodbank/) - Staff from Oporto Sports client Middlesex FA swapped desks for trainers, walking boots and bicycles as they travelled across the county in support of Ealing Foodbank recently.Setting off from Rectory Park, three teams took on different routes across Middlesex – walking, running and cycling – visiting grassroots football clubs that will host County Cup Finals
- [Kevin Maher leads Southend United to Wembley return](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-leads-southend-united-to-wembley-return/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Southend United head coach Kevin Maher on reaching the FA Trophy final.Southend won 3-1 away to Southport in the semi-final last Saturday, to set up a tie at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 17 May against Wealdstone.This will be Maher’s second trip to Wembley in the space of
- [Jon Brady and Darrell Clarke set for BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-and-darrell-clarke-set-for-bbc-radio-5-live/) - Oporto Sports clients Jon Brady and Darrell Clarke will be studio guests over the Easter weekend for BBC Radio 5 Live’s two ‘Around the Grounds’ shows.Brady will be on air on Good Friday (tomorrow) from 2.30pm to 5.30pm, alongside host Aaron Paul and fellow guests Marc Albrighton and Mark Bonner, ahead of his Port Vale
- [Franny Benali ready for BBC FA Cup role](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-ready-for-bbc-fa-cup-role/) - Oporto Sports client and Southampton cult hero will be back at St. Mary’s on Saturday on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live’s coverage of his former team’s FA Cup quarter-final against Arsenal, kick-off 8pm.The game will be a repeat of the 2003 FA Cup final, which Arsenal won 1-0, with Franny playing a part
- [Kevin Maher set for FA Trophy semi-final](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-set-for-fa-trophy-semi-final/) - Oporto Sports client and Southend United head coach Kevin Maher is just one game from a second Wembley trip in the space of 12 months.Southend face Southport away in the FA Trophy semi-final tomorrow (Saturday), with the winner to play either Wealdstone or Marine at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 17 May.Last season, Maher guided Southend
- [BBC Sport: Alex Revell and Ryan Garry](https://www.oportosports.com/bbc-sport-alex-revell-and-ryan-garry/) - Oporto Sports clients Alex Revell (Stevenage) and Ryan Garry (Norwich City), have both contributed to the BBC Sport series entitled ‘Football in 10 Years’.Alex and Ryan covered the subjects of data usage, AI’s role and player welfare, with their in-depth thoughts presented by BBC Sport Producer, Giles Goford.Revell has led Stevenage to sixth-place in League
- [Paul Heckingbottom to appear on Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-to-appear-on-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports PR client and Preston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League Two game between Harrogate Town and Notts County, on air from midday, for a 12.30pm kick off.Paul will be joined by presenter, Michelle Owen, and fellow guest Shaun Derry.Hecky has guided
- [Oxfordshire FA announces landmark partnership with Her Game Too](https://www.oportosports.com/oxfordshire-fa-announces-landmark-partnership-with-her-game-too/) - Oporto Sports client Oxfordshire FA have announced a brand-new partnership with Her Game Too, joining affiliated clubs Oxford United, Easington Sports, Tower Hill and Greater Leys Youth in supporting Her Game Too’s crucial efforts.Her Game Too is a movement dedicated to tackling sexism and promoting gender equality within the world of sport. Oxfordshire FA will
- [Football Medicine & Performance Issue 50 out now](https://www.oportosports.com/football-medicine-performance-issue-50-out-now/) - Oporto Sports is proud to work alongside the Football Medicine & Performance Association in the design of their magazine, with the 50th edition issued recently.This issue’s featured articles provide insight into various aspects of football, ranging from injury management to oral health and integrating yoga into training.The FMPA represent medicine and performance practitioners working within
- [Bruno Berner signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing current Macarthur Bulls assistant head coach, Bruno Berner.Berner’s coaching career began in Switzerland in 2012 with a three-year spell with FC Zurich, working across their academy from U13s through to U21s. After a brief period working in marketing and leadership, Bruno was named as
- [Richard O’Donnell joins Port Vale](https://www.oportosports.com/richard-odonnell-joins-port-vale/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Richard O’Donnell to join League One and FA Cup quarter-finalists, Port Vale.Richard joins Vale as first-team coach, linking up with Jon Brady and Gary Mills.O’Donnell’s coaching career began with Hull City in 2008, where he progressed to the role of PDP coach, before
- [Kevin Maher signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-maher-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing Southend United head coach, Kevin Maher.Kevin has managed over 225 games at Roots Hall, is closing in on his 100th victory in the dugout as Southend boss with an impressive win rate of over 43%, and has kept the club in contention for promotion,
- [Chris Hogg speaks to Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-hogg-speaks-to-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and former Bristol City and Oxford United assistant Chris Hogg has spoken to Sky Sports’ features writer Adam Bate for an exclusive interview, published on Thursday.Hogg, who left Norwich City earlier this season, spoke in depth about his formative years as a BMX British champion biker, his playing career and journey in
- [FA Cup round-up: Jon Brady and Ryan Garry](https://www.oportosports.com/fa-cup-round-up-jon-brady-and-ryan-garry/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our clients remaining in the FA Cup all the best for their respective games this weekend.Jon Brady’s Port Vale face Premier League Sunderland at home on Sunday, 1.30pm kick-off, live on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+.Ryan Garry, first-team coach at Norwich City, will also face Premier League opposition, away
- [Chris Powell shortlisted for Coach of the Year award](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-shortlisted-for-coach-of-the-year-award/) - Oporto Sports client and Luton Town assistant Chris Powell has been named as a finalist in the Coach of the Year category, at The Sporting Equals Awards 2026.The event takes place on Saturday 18 April from 6pm, at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, and is the ninth edition of the awards, celebrating sporting excellence within
- [Mikey Harris confirmed as Norway Women’s assistant coach](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-confirmed-as-norway-womens-assistant-coach/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Mikey Harris to be named as assistant coach of the Norway women’s senior team.Mikey began work last week on a training camp ahead of his new side’s opening FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifiers. Norway won 1-0 away to Austria yesterday (Tuesday) and will
- [Jon Brady leads Port Vale to famous cup win](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-leads-port-vale-to-famous-cup-win/) - Oporto Sports client and Port Vale manager Jon Brady has guided his side in to the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in thirty years, with a 1-0 win over EFL Championship side Bristol City last night, after extra time.A Ben Waine goal has set up a home tie with Premier League side
- [Franny Benali and Michael Appleton on BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-and-michael-appleton-on-bbc-radio-5-live/) - Oporto Sports clients Franny Benali and Michael Appleton have been on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live during this busy period of Premier League games.Franny has made two trips to AFC Bournemouth in the space of a few days, firstly for their 1-1 draw with Sunderland on Saturday, and then last night (Tuesday) for
- [West Riding FA host inaugural IWD event](https://www.oportosports.com/west-riding-fa-host-inaugural-iwd-event/) - On Monday, Oporto Sports client West Riding FA hosted its very first International Women’s Day networking event, an evening dedicated to celebrating, championing and empowering women and girls in football. The night was filled with networking, insight and an inspiring panel discussion featuring women who are making a real and lasting impact in the game.Read this
- [Andy Whing named as Brackley Town manager](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-named-as-brackley-town-manager/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client, Andy Whing, to become the new manager of National League side Brackley Town.Andy’s first game in charge is tomorrow (Saturday) at home to promotion-chasing Southend United, kick-off 3pm.He joins Brackley following a spell of just under a year with League Two side, Barrow
- [Oporto Sports hits 50!](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-sports-hits-50/) - Oporto Sports is proud to have reached the milestone of 50 completed deals as an agency within the football industry.Specialising in working with managers and coaches, Oporto’s first agreements were completed in December 2019 with the placement of Nigel Pearson and the late Craig Shakespeare in to Watford in the Premier League, with the 50th
- [Chris Powell speaks to the BBC](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-speaks-to-the-bbc/) - Oporto Sports client and Luton Town assistant Chris Powell has given a wide-reaching interview to BBC East TV, looking back on his forty years in football.Chris speaks about his playing, managing and coaching career, working with Gareth Southgate, his role with hit TV show Ted Lasso, and working with Luton manager Jack Wilshere, amongst other
- [Oporto Sports clients in EFL Trophy and FA Cup action this week](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-sports-clients-in-efl-trophy-and-fa-cup-action-this-week/) - Oporto Sports clients are still competing in both the EFL Trophy and FA Cup, with games taking place this week.Jon Brady’s Port Vale face Stockport County at home this evening in the EFL Trophy quarter-finals, just two wins from a place at Wembley Stadium, and on Saturday, Vale will face Bristol City at home in
- [Chris Lock signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-lock-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing Charlton Athletic U21s head coach and England pathway coach, Chris Lock.Chris joined Charlton in 2018, and over the next five years worked with ages 13 to 18, helping to develop players to progress through the club’s academy system.In 2023, he assisted Oporto clients Michael
- [Bruno Berner set for ACL2 last 16 matches](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-set-for-acl2-last-16-matches/) - Oporto Sports client Bruno Berner will experience his first taste of Asian Champions League 2 knockout football, as Macarthur Bulls travel to Bangkok United for the first leg of their last 16 clash. The game will take place on Thursday 12 February (1215 GMT), with the second leg at home on Thursday 19 February (0745
- [Paulo Sousa continues progress with Shabab Al Ahli](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-continues-progress-with-shabab-al-ahli/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paulo Sousa’s Shabab Al Ahli side earned a 0-0 draw with Al Hilal in their penultimate Asian Champions League group stage game yesterday.Al Hilal top the Western group standings with six wins and one draw, while Paulo’s side are in 5th place with three wins, two draws and two defeats, and
- [Cumbria Cricket teams to tour India and UAE in 2027](https://www.oportosports.com/cumbria-cricket-teams-to-tour-india-and-uae-in-2027/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket will be sending three representative teams to tour India and UAE in Spring 2027.The touring party will consist of the Boys U18 team, Girls U18 team and the Tier 3 Women’s Representative team.Cumbria Cricket are currently inviting any potential sponsors to support this tour. To see how you can get
- [Chris Hogg signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-hogg-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing Chris Hogg, the former MK Dons, Oxford United, Bristol City and Norwich City assistant head coach.Chris began his coaching career in Suffolk with Ipswich Town, working with the club’s U18s and U23s sides, as well as holding roles including the club’s player loans manager,
- [Darrell Clarke guests on BBC Radio 5 Live’s 72+](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-guests-on-bbc-radio-5-lives-72/) - Oporto Sports client and former Bristol Rovers, Port Vale, Cheltenham Town and Barnsley boss Darrell Clarke was a guest for BBC Radio 5 Live’s 72+ show on Tuesday evening.Darrell was alongside host Aaron Paul, West Bromwich Albion’s Jed Wallace and former AFC Wimbledon, Nottingham Forest and Charlton Athletic forward, Lyle Taylor, to discuss the latest
- [Andy Whing speaks to The Athletic](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-speaks-to-the-athletic/) - Oporto Sports client and former Barrow AFC, Solihull Moors and Banbury United manager Andy Whing, spoke to The Athletic’s Rob Tanner for a feature entitled ‘What managers do to prepare for their next job – or their first stint in the dugout’.Liam Bridcutt, friend of Oporto Sports’ clients Michael Appleton and Richard O’Donnell, also contributed
- [Steve Howard set for more LCFCTV appearances](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-howard-set-for-more-lcfctv-appearances/) - Oporto Sports client and former Leicester City striker Steve Howard has been a regular this season for the club’s LCFCTV match coverage.Steve was a studio guest for the games against Coventry City and Oxford United, and will be returning for Saturday’s game vs Charlton Athletic and the game against Stoke City on Saturday 21 February.For
- [Head of Finance vacancy at Northamptonshire FA](https://www.oportosports.com/head-of-finance-vacancy-at-northamptonshire-fa/) - Oporto Sports client Northamptonshire FA are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to join the team. The successful candidate will oversee financial performance, the strengthening of financial procedures, and the management of all financial matters across the business. To read more and apply, please click here
- [Steve Cotterill nominated for manager of the month](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-nominated-for-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports client and Cheltenham Town manager Steve Cotterill has been nominated for the League Two manager of the month award for December. Cheltenham returned ten points from five league games in December, including wins over Swindon Town, Barrow AFC and Shrewsbury Town. Cotterill has been nominated alongside Neil Harris (Cambridge United), Karl Robinson (Salford City), and
- [The Athletic: Andy Whing and David Flitcroft](https://www.oportosports.com/the-athletic-andy-whing-and-david-flitcroft/) - Oporto Sports client Andy Whing and friend of Oporto David Flitcroft have both spoken to The Athletic’s Rob Tanner for a feature entitled, ‘Are managers ever relieved to be sacked?’Whing talked about moving forward after the initial disappointment of leaving his role at Barrow AFC last month and wanting to get back to work, while
- [Jon Brady joins Port Vale](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-joins-port-vale/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Jon Brady to be named as the new manager of Port Vale, on a deal until June 2027.Jon was announced as a client of Oporto in July 2025, and since then we have worked to increase his media profile, while searching for the
- [Bruno Berner experiencing success in Australia](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-experiencing-success-in-australia/) - Oporto Sports client and Macarthur Bulls assistant Bruno Berner, is enjoying a great run of form in the A-League, as well as in the Asian Champions League Two.Macarthur Bulls are third in the table, and face a derby match against second-placed Sydney FC this weekend, where a victory could take Macarthur to the top of
- [Birmingham CFA partner with Veo](https://www.oportosports.com/birmingham-cfa-partner-with-veo/) - Oporto Sports client Birmingham County FA has announced a new strategic partnership with VEO Technologies, aimed at making cutting-edge sports technology more accessible to the football community.Veo offer AI-powered sports cameras that record matches automatically for teams of all levels. Through Veo, coaches can utilise match footage to deliver more accurate feedback, while players gain
- [Northamptonshire FA secures lease and begins management of Kettering Sports Park](https://www.oportosports.com/northamptonshire-fa-secures-lease-and-begins-management-of-kettering-sports-park/) - Oporto Sports client Northamptonshire FA have recently formally completed the long-term lease for Kettering Sports Park with North Northamptonshire Council. This milestone officially triggers the opening of the site under Northamptonshire FA management and marks the beginning of a new era for the site.The lease finalisation also follows the celebration of a major £1 million
- [Jon Brady set for BBC Radio 5 Live debut](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-set-for-bbc-radio-5-live-debut/) - Oporto Sports client Jon Brady will be a studio guest for BBC Radio 5 Live’s Around The Grounds show this evening, on air from 7pm until 10.30pm.Jon will be analysing the evening’s EFL action, with a full programme in the Championship, League One and League Two, alongside presenter Aaron Paul, and fellow studio guests Cameron
- [Stephen Clemence ready for BBC co-comms role](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-ready-for-bbc-co-comms-role/) - Oporto Sports client and former Gillingham and Barrow AFC head coach Stephen Clemence, will make his co-comms debut tomorrow for BBC Radio Leicester.Stephen will be alongside Owynn Palmer-Atkin for live coverage of the EFL Championship game between QPR and Leicester City.Clemence was club captain of Leicester City and played for the club between 2007 and
- [Matty Fryatt set for Sky Sports+ co-comms](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-set-for-sky-sports-co-comms/) - Oporto Sports client Matty Fryatt will be on co-comms duty again for Sky Sports+, for coverage of the EFL Championship game between Norwich City and Charlton Athletic on Boxing Day.This will be Matty’s fourth appearance for Sky Sports+ this season, as well as his other punditry work for LCFCTV and BBC Radio Leicester.For any enquiries
- [Andy Whing: LMA statement](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-lma-statement/) - Oporto Sports client Andy Whing issued the following statement via the LMA yesterday, after his departure from the role of head coach of Barrow AFC…“I would like to thank the owners of Barrow AFC and Iain Wood for giving me the opportunity to be the club’s head coach.​​“Whilst I am disappointed to leave, along with
- [Steve Cotterill and Michael Appleton reach FA Cup round three](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-and-michael-appleton-reach-fa-cup-round-three/) - Oporto Sports clients Steve Cotterill and Michael Appleton have both guided their respective clubs in to the FA Cup third round.Cotterill’s Cheltenham Town beat Buxton 6-2 last Saturday to set up a home tie with Championship side Leicester City, one of Cotterill’s former clubs.Appleton’s Shrewsbury saw off Sutton United after extra time, to earn an
- [Franny Benali set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-set-for-sky-sports-appearance-2/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the EFL Championship game between Norwich City and Southampton this Saturday, on air from 11am. Franny will be alongside presenter David Prutton and fellow guests Jobi McAnuff and Tim Krul, as his former side hope to continue their climb up
- [Cumberland FA donate kit to Ukraine](https://www.oportosports.com/cumberland-fa-donate-kit-to-ukraine/) - Oporto Sports client Cumberland FA has made a donation of football kit and equipment to a group of orphans from eastern Ukraine.The donation was made through Steve Hodgson, a Cumbrian native now living in Ukraine. Steve works on humanitarian projects supported by Cumbria Aid Ukraine in Penrith and his own charity, CARNA, based in Odesa.To
- [Free of charge District Cricket Programme coming to Cumbria in January](https://www.oportosports.com/free-of-charge-district-cricket-programme-coming-to-cumbria-in-january/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket have announced the launch of the new MCC Foundation & District Cricket Programme.Thanks to the support of the MCC Foundation, boys and girls now have an opportunity to have high-quality coaching free of charge, no matter their circumstances, as they make their journey on the Cumbria Cricket Player Pathway.Read more about this
- [Matty Fryatt and Steve Howard on media duty](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-and-steve-howard-on-media-duty/) - Oporto Sports clients and former Leicester City strike partners, Matty Fryatt and Steve Howard, have both been busy with media work this week.On Tuesday, Steve was a studio guest for LCFCTV for Leicester’s game away to Southampton, and he will be at King Power Stadium tomorrow (Saturday) for LCFCTV’s coverage of the 12.30pm kick-off against
- [David Flitcroft speaks to media on grassroots coaching marathon](https://www.oportosports.com/david-flitcroft-speaks-to-media-on-grassroots-coaching-marathon/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, former player, manager and sporting director, David Flitcroft, will host a 12-hour grassroots coachathon in Bolton tomorrow (Saturday 29 November).Flitcroft will be joined by former Bolton, Blackburn, West Ham and England boss, Sam Allardyce, as well as England under-20s head coach Ben Futcher, and Liverpool psychologist, Lee Richardson.David is aiming to
- [Andy Whing: 250 games](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-250-games/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Barrow head coach Andy Whing on reaching the landmark of 250 games as a manager.Andy has managed three clubs; Banbury United, Solihull Moors and Barrow, winning promotion with Banbury to the National League North in 2022 and keeping them in the division, in their first season at
- [Steve Cotterill wins League Two Manager of the Month award](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-wins-league-two-manager-of-the-month-award/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Cheltenham Town manager Steve Cotterill on winning the League Two Manager of the Month award for October.Cotterill earned the award with three wins and one draw in the month, giving Cheltenham an immediate lift, with fellow Oporto client Michael Appleton also nominated.Steve will face another Oporto client
- [Jon Brady set to speak at Football Transfer Forum](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-set-to-speak-at-football-transfer-forum/) - Oporto Sports client Jon Brady will be a guest speaker at The Football Transfer Forum 14 this Thursday, held at AFC Wimbledon’s Cherry Red Records Stadium.Brady will speak on the main stage as part of a panel covering Communicating Data, alongside Alex Taylor of Gradient Sports and John Meads, Head of Agency at Volenti.For more
- [Paul Heckingbottom set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-set-for-sky-sports-appearance-2/) - Oporto Sports’ PR client and Preston North End boss Paul Heckingbottom will be a pitchside guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the Sheffield derby on Sunday, as Wednesday face United at Hillsborough, on air from 11am for a midday kick-off.Paul will be alongside presenter David Prutton, and fellow guests Jobi McAnuff and Josh Windass.Hecky’s
- [Franny Benali returns for BBC Radio 5 Live co-comms](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-returns-for-bbc-radio-5-live-co-comms-2/) - Oporto Sports’ PR client Franny Benali will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live on Saturday, for live coverage of the Premier League game between Fulham and Sunderland, kick off 3pm. Franny is a regular for BBC Radio 5 Live, as well as having appeared this season for ITV Sport and Sky Sports, amongst
- [North Riding FA wins Sports Initiative of the Year accolade](https://www.oportosports.com/north-riding-fa-wins-sports-initiative-of-the-year-accolade/) - Oporto Sports client North Riding FA have been presented with the Sports Initiative of the Year accolade at this year’s Yorkshire Prestige Awards.The award recognises North Riding FA’s commitment to player welfare, through the introduction of ECG heart screenings across the women’s football pathway locally. Teaming up with Cardiologic and supported by the North Riding
- [Cotterill and Appleton nominated for L2 manager of the month](https://www.oportosports.com/cotterill-and-appleton-nominated-for-l2-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports clients Steve Cotterill and Michael Appleton have been nominated for the League Two manager of the month award for October.Cotterill won three and drew one of his four games, with Appleton winning two and drawing two in the same period.Also nominated for the award are Danny Cowley (Colchester United) and Martin Paterson (Notts
- [Alex Revell and Darrell Clarke qualify for EFL Trophy last 32](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-and-darrell-clarke-qualify-for-efl-trophy-last-32/) - Oporto Sports clients Alex Revell (Stevenage) and Darrell Clarke (Bristol Rovers) have both topped their groups in the EFL Trophy, and have qualified for the last 32 of the competition.Both Revell and Clarke won all three of their group games respectively, and have earned a home tie in the knockout stages.Stevenage will face one of
- [Bruno Berner speaks to SRF](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-speaks-to-srf/) - Oporto Sports client and Macarthur Bulls assistant coach Bruno Berner spoke recently to Swiss television channel SRF, for a feature interview about his experiences living in Australia and coaching in the A-League.Berner joined Macarthur in June, having previously coached exclusively in Switzerland with FC Tuggen, SC Kriens, Switzerland U19s and U20s, Winterthur and Grasshopper Zurich.To
- [Jersey Sport appoint Oporto Sports as marketing partner](https://www.oportosports.com/jersey-sport-appoint-oporto-sports-as-marketing-partner/) - Oporto is delighted to announce that the agency has been appointed to deliver specialist marketing support to Jersey Sport.During an exciting period for Jersey Sport as an organisation, Oporto will support the charity in its brand evolution and website development, in addition to future campaigns that showcase the opportunities for participation and excellence in sport
- [Alex Revell signs five-year deal with Stevenage](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-signs-five-year-deal-with-stevenage/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Stevenage manager Alex Revell on earning a five-year contract with the club, announced last week.Revell was named as manager for his second spell with the club in May 2024, and this season has guided Stevenage to eight wins from their opening twelve league matches, and qualification for
- [Franny Benali returns for BBC Radio 5 Live co-comms](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-returns-for-bbc-radio-5-live-co-comms/) - Oporto Sports PR client Franny Benali will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live on Sunday, for live coverage of the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Brighton & Hove Albion, kick off 2pm.Franny is a regular for BBC Radio 5 Live, as well as having appeared this season for ITV Sport
- [Jon Brady set for BBC FA Cup appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-set-for-bbc-fa-cup-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client Jon Brady will be a pitchside guest for BBC Sport’s live coverage of the FA Cup first round game between Brackley Town and Notts County, on air from 5.15pm on BBC Two on Saturday 1 November.Brady, who managed Brackley between 2009 and 2015, winning promotion to National League North in 2012, before
- [Richard O’Donnell set for Q&A night and London Marathon](https://www.oportosports.com/richard-odonnell-set-for-qa-night-and-london-marathon/) - Oporto Sports client and Shrewsbury Town assistant head coach Richard O’Donnell is raising funds for Prostate Cancer UK, in memory of his father who passed away earlier this year.Firstly, O’Donnell will take part in a Q&A evening with fellow Oporto client and Shrewsbury head coach, Michael Appleton, along with their former colleague and ex-Brighton, Leeds
- [David Flitcroft to host grassroots coaching marathon](https://www.oportosports.com/david-flitcroft-to-host-grassroots-coaching-marathon/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, former player, manager and sporting director, David Flitcroft, will host a 12-hour grassroots coachathon in Bolton, on Saturday 29 November.Flitcroft will be joined by former Bolton, Blackburn, West Ham and England boss, Sam Allardyce, as well as England under-20s head coach Ben Futcher, and Liverpool psychologist, Lee Richardson.David is aiming to
- [Matty Fryatt set for Sky Sports co-comms appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-set-for-sky-sports-co-comms-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client and former Walsall, Leicester City and Hull City striker, Matty Fryatt, will be on co-commentary duty for Sky Sports’ coverage of the EFL Championship game between Derby County and Hull City, on Tuesday 4 November.Fryatt will make another three co-comms appearances before the end of the year for Sky Sports, as well
- [Alex Revell featured by media after strong start](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-featured-by-media-after-strong-start/) - Oporto Sports client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell has been featured across multiple media outlets over the past week, following his side’s excellent start to the season.Stevenage are currently in second place in League One, just one point behind Cardiff City with a game in hand, ahead of Saturday’s home league game against third-placed Bradford
- [Jon Brady: guest speaker for UCFB](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-guest-speaker-for-ucfb/) - Oporto Sports client and former Northampton Town and Brackley Town manager Jon Brady was a guest speaker at UCFB’s Sports Coaching and Performance conference on Wednesday 15 October, at Wembley Stadium.Jon gave a tactical masterclass presentation to students, staff and invited guests, before answering questions from the audience, drawing on his experience of winning two
- [Cumbria Cricket host first ever Women’s Softball League Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/cumbria-cricket-host-first-ever-womens-softball-league-awards/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket recently hosted their first ever Women’s Softball League Awards, handing out 11 awards after a successful season.Women and Girls Cricket is becoming increasingly popular in the region, with the league set for a 50 percent increase in teams next season.To read more, please click here
- [Chris Powell joins Luton Town](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-joins-luton-town/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Chris Powell to be named as the new assistant manager of League One side, Luton Town.Chris was unveiled on Monday morning, alongside new manager Jack Wilshere, with the Hatters in ninth place in the division, hoping for an immediate return to the EFL
- [Mike Stowell named as Plymouth goalkeeping coach](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-named-as-plymouth-goalkeeping-coach/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Mike Stowell to join League One Plymouth Argyle as the club’s new goalkeeping coach.Mike’s appointment was confirmed on Tuesday afternoon, and he links up with Tom Cleverley, who as a player was on loan at Leicester City, while Mike was a coach at
- [Franny Benali set for BBC Radio 5 Live duty](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-set-for-bbc-radio-5-live-duty/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be back on BBC Radio 5 Live on co-commentary duty this Saturday, for live coverage of the Premier League game between Fulham and Arsenal, kick-off 5.30pm.In recent months, Franny has featured on BBC Radio 5 Live, ITV Sport, Sky Sports and on a number of podcasts, as he continues
- [New healthy living sessions at Middlesex FA](https://www.oportosports.com/new-healthy-living-sessions-at-middlesex-fa/) - A new community football initiative aimed at giving local young people a safe, active and inspiring space after school has been launched at Rectory Park in Middlesex – thanks to support from The Gym Kitchen, one of Middlesex FA’s premium partners.The weekly Thursday evening sessions, delivered by Ealing Integrated Youth Services in partnership with Oporto
- [Jon Brady speaks to The Independent](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-speaks-to-the-independent/) - Oporto Sports client and former Northampton Town manager Jon Brady has spoken to Miguel Delaney of The Independent, for an exclusive interview, published today.Jon spoke about the importance of building a positive team culture, how he returned Northampton Town to League One after the agony of missing out on promotion on the final day of
- [Darrell Clarke nominated for manager of the month](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-nominated-for-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports client and Bristol Rovers head coach Darrell Clarke has been nominated for the League Two manager of the month award for September.Clarke won three and drew one of his four League Two games in the month, earning Rovers ten points in the process.Darrell, who has won a remarkable six manager of the month
- [David Dunn set for Sky Sports studio appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/david-dunn-set-for-sky-sports-studio-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client David Dunn will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League Two fixture between Oldham Athletic and Barrow, on air from 5pm, this Saturday.Dunn will be alongside presenter David Prutton and fellow studio guest, Clinton Morrison.David has managed both teams; Oldham in the 2015/16 season, and Barrow in
- [Chris Powell speaks to ‘Leicester’s the Place’ ](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-speaks-to-leicesters-the-place/) - Oporto Sports client and Walsall interim assistant coach Chris Powell spoke to his former club, Leicester City’s podcast ‘Leicester’s the Place’.Chris spoke about ending his playing days with the club, his transition in to coaching, and singing Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody following the club’s League One promotion, with Oporto client and then-Leicester manager, Nigel Pearson, amongst
- [Ian Baraclough speaks to BBC Northern Ireland ](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-speaks-to-bbc-northern-ireland/) - Oporto Sports client and Partick Thistle sporting director Ian Baraclough has spoken to BBC Northern Ireland ahead of Friday’s World Cup qualifying match between Northern Ireland and Slovakia.Baraclough looks back at his time as manager, and how close he came to leading his side to Euro 2020, in the play-off game against Friday’s opponents.Ian also
- [Liverpool FA She Inspires programme recognised ](https://www.oportosports.com/liverpool-fa-she-inspires-programme-recognised/) - Oporto Sports client Liverpool FA, and their partners Merseyside Police, LFC Foundation and Everton in the Community, have been presented with the Sports Initiative of the Year Award at the Manchester & Northwest England (Merseyside) Prestige Awards for their work on the She Inspires programme.She Inspires provides hundreds of vulnerable young girls across the city
- [Steve Cotterill returns to Cheltenham Town](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-returns-to-cheltenham-town/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Steve Cotterill to return to Cheltenham Town as manager, on a contract until June 2028.Cotterill, who is the most successful manager in the club’s history, led Cheltenham to promotion from the Southern League to League One, along with winning the FA Trophy and
- [Sven shortlisted for International Emmy Awards 2025](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-shortlisted-for-international-emmy-awards-2025/) - Oporto Sports is delighted that our client and friend, the late Sven-Göran Eriksson, has been shortlisted as one of four finalists in the Sports Documentary category, for the International Emmy Awards 2025, held in New York City on Monday 24 November.Sven was released in August 2024 on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and
- [Middlesex FA announce new referee support package](https://www.oportosports.com/middlesex-fa-announce-new-referee-support-package/) - Oporto Sports client Middlesex FA has launched a new support package for under-18 referees across the county.U18 referees will now have the option of wearing a yellow armband to highlight their age on a matchday, and will also receive new pocket guides to help them report safeguarding issues, misconduct and discrimination, while also providing mental
- [Ian Baraclough speaks to The Times](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-speaks-to-the-times/) - Oporto Sports client and Partick Thistle sporting director Ian Baraclough was featured in The Times last Saturday, for an in-depth interview about his injuries sustained while swimming on his honeymoon in the Mauritius.Speaking to the Scottish football correspondent, Michael Grant, Baraclough described the horror and panic of the incident, the fears that he may not
- [David Flitcroft returns for FA Cup co-comms](https://www.oportosports.com/david-flitcroft-returns-for-fa-cup-co-comms/) - Oporto Sports PR client David Flitcroft will make his second appearance on BBC Sport in as many weeks, as a co-commentator for Saturday’s FA Cup third qualifying round game between Westbury United and Farnborough.David will be alongside commentator Steven Wyeth, as both teams will hope to take one step closer to the first round proper.Coverage
- [Chris Powell: talkSPORT, BBC Radio and Prostate United ](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-talksport-bbc-radio-and-prostate-united/) - Oporto Sports client Chris Powell has experienced a busy week of media activity.Last Saturday, Chris was at Molineux with Geoff Peters for talkSPORT’s GameDay Live show, hosted by Adrian Durham and Troy Deeney.On Wednesday, Chris showed his support for Prostate Cancer UK, as an ambassador of the charity, by backing their Prostate United campaign.Today (Friday),
- [Birmingham County FA marks 150 years with special celebration](https://www.oportosports.com/birmingham-county-fa-marks-150-years-with-special-celebration/) - Oporto Sports was honoured to attend our client Birmingham County FA’s 150th anniversary celebration at Birmingham Cathedral last Friday.The special ceremony included welcomes from the Lord-Lieutenant of the West Midlands, FA Chair Debbie Hewitt MBE and BCFA CEO Kevin Shoemake, in addition to performances from guest soprano Faryl Smith and renowned Spoken Word Artist, Casey
- [Football Medicine & Performance Issue 49 out now](https://www.oportosports.com/football-medicine-performance-issue-49-out-now/) - Oporto Sports is proud to work alongside the Football Medicine & Performance Association in the design of their magazine, with the 49th edition issued recently.This issue’s featured articles provide insight into various aspects of football, ranging from injury management to the tactical factors that influence the physical match demands at UEFA EURO 2024.The FMPA represent
- [Sven shortlisted for Grierson Awards 2025](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-shortlisted-for-grierson-awards-2025/) - Oporto Sports is delighted that our client and friend, the late Sven-Göran Eriksson, has been shortlisted as one of four finalists for Best Sports Documentary, for The Grierson British Documentary Awards 2025.Sven was released in August 2024 on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and Nordics, and was produced by Whisper and Up&Away Film
- [Franny Benali set for ITV Sport and BBC R5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-set-for-itv-sport-and-bbc-r5-live/) - Oporto Sports client and Southampton cult hero Franny Benali will be a pitchside guest for ITV Sport’s coverage of the EFL Cup third round tie between Liverpool and Southampton on Tuesday evening, on air from 7.30pm, from Anfield.This is his second appearance on ITV Sport in just over a week, following last Sunday’s south coast
- [David Pleat autobiography set for paperback release](https://www.oportosports.com/david-pleat-autobiography-set-for-paperback-release/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our friend David Pleat sincere congratulations as his autobiography, Just One More Goal, is available to pre-order in paperback. The book was released by Biteback Publishing, in September 2024, and covers his significant contribution to football across six decades as a player, manager, director of football and football consultant. Just One
- [Ian Baraclough discusses recovery from swimming accident](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-discusses-recovery-from-swimming-accident/) - Oporto Sports client and Partick Thistle sporting director Ian Baraclough spoke to the media recently to describe his harrowing experience this summer, when a swimming accident while on honeymoon in the Maldives left him fearing he may not walk again.Ian was lifted up by a wave and sent crashing in to the sand. Thankfully, he
- [Celebrating 150 years of Birmingham County FA](https://www.oportosports.com/celebrating-150-years-of-birmingham-county-fa/) - Oporto Sports was honoured to join our client Birmingham County FA in celebrating their 150th anniversary today.A special ceremony was held inside Birmingham Cathedral this afternoon (19 September) – a fitting venue to celebrate such a major milestone for grassroots football in the Midlands. To read more on Birmingham County FA’s anniversary celebrations, including an online
- [Alex Revell speaks to BBC Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-speaks-to-bbc-sport-2/) - Oporto Sports client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell spoke with BBC Sport’s Nick Mashiter for a feature length interview, published on Saturday.Revell, who was nominated for League One manager of the month following Stevenage’s best start to an EFL season, covered a wide range of topics, including job pressure, the perspective he gets from other
- [David Flitcroft returns for BBC Sport co-comms role](https://www.oportosports.com/david-flitcroft-returns-for-bbc-sport-co-comms-role/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and former Port Vale director of football, David Flitcroft, will be on co-comms duty on Saturday for BBC Sport’s FA Cup second qualifying round coverage.Flitcroft will be on the Red Button, BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website, from 12.20pm alongside Martin Fisher, for Pickering Town vs Runcorn Linnets.David covered two
- [Water butts installed at Rectory Park](https://www.oportosports.com/water-butts-installed-at-rectory-park/) - Oporto Sports client Middlesex FA has announced a landmark moment in English football history with the appointment of Philina Toiny as Chair, joining Kayleigh Saunders, CEO, and Barbara Bivens, President. This marks the first time that a County Football Association is led at the highest levels by three women – a ground-breaking milestone that reflects the
- [Franny Benali set for derby day on ITV](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-set-for-derby-day-on-itv/) - Oporto Sports client and Southampton cult hero Franny Benali will be a pitchside guest for ITV Sport’s coverage of the south coast derby between Southampton and Portsmouth on Sunday, on air from 11.30am, from St Mary’s Stadium.Franny will be alongside host Hugh Woozencroft and former Pompey player Matt Taylor.The last meeting between the two rivals
- [Alex Revell nominated for L1 manager of the month](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-nominated-for-l1-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell has been nominated for the EFL League One manager of the month award for August.Revell’s side won five games out of six in August, securing Stevenage’s best-ever start to an EFL season. They beat Blackpool, Rotherham United, Northampton Town, Port Vale and Wycombe Wanderers, and are currently
- [Congratulations, Shaun!](https://www.oportosports.com/congratulations-shaun/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client, Grimsby Town assistant head coach Shaun Pearson, on the club’s landmark victory over Premier League giants Manchester United on Wednesday night.The match finished 2-2 in normal time, with Grimsby leading 2-0 until the final 15 minutes, but the Mariners showed great heart to win 12-11 in a
- [Jon Brady speaks to The Mind Room](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-speaks-to-the-mind-room/) - Oporto Sports client and former Northampton Town boss Jon Brady spoke exclusively to The Mind Room, for a podcast episode released last week, entitled ‘How to recover from severe sporting setbacks’.Jon gave a retrospective analysis of how he and his colleagues reframed from pain to purpose, after the Cobblers missed out on League Two promotion
- [Franny Benali set for BBC Radio 5 Live co-comms](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-set-for-bbc-radio-5-live-co-comms/) - Oporto Sports PR client and Southampton cult hero, Franny Benali, will be on co-commentary duty for BBC Radio 5 Live tomorrow (Saturday), for the Premier League 3pm kick-off between Tottenham Hotspur and AFC Bournemouth.This will be Franny’s second appearance of the season, having been a guest for the opening day of the EFL campaign.Franny will
- [Chris Powell makes Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-makes-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client Chris Powell was a studio guest on Tuesday evening for Sky Sports’ coverage of the EFL Cup second round game between his former club Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United.Chris was alongside presenter Mark Chapman and fellow guest Izzy Christiansen, as Wednesday reached round three on penalties, following a 1-1 draw in normal
- [Northamptonshire FA appoint first female chair](https://www.oportosports.com/northamptonshire-fa-appoint-first-female-chair/) - Oporto client Northamptonshire FA has this week announced the appointment of Julie Mulcahy as Chair of the Board and Association, becoming its first-ever female Chair.Prior to Julie’s appointment, she served as a Independent Non-Executive Director focusing on governance and welfare, which provided a comprehensive understanding of Northamptonshire FA’s day-to-day operations and its 2024-28 ‘Create the
- [County FAs shortlisted for 2025 Recognition Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/county-fas-shortlisted-for-2025-recognition-awards/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate all of our County FA clients that have been shortlisted for this year’s County FA Recognition Awards.Birmingham FA, West Riding FA, Kent FA, Lincolnshire FA, Northamptonshire FA, Surrey FA, Wiltshire FA, Liverpool FA, North Riding FA, Worcestershire FA, London FA and Westmorland FA have all been shortlisted across a
- [Bruno Berner set for Asian Champions League Two challenge](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-set-for-asian-champions-league-two-challenge/) - Oporto Sports client and Macarthur Bulls assistant head coach, Bruno Berner, will experience his first taste of Asian Champions League Two football this season. Macarthur Bulls of the A-League in Australia will face home and away games in the East Region Group E, against Beijing Guoan of China, Tai Po of the Hong Kong Premier
- [Chris Powell: Podcasts and BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-podcasts-and-bbc-radio-5-live/) - Oporto Sports client Chris Powell has featured over the past week on the No Tippy Tappy Football and The Sports Agents podcasts, as well as being on co-commentary duty for BBC Radio 5 Live. Powell, who recently left his role as assistant coach at Sheffield Wednesday, sat down with Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike for
- [Steve Cotterill featured on Bristol City legends mural](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-featured-on-bristol-city-legends-mural/) - Oporto Sports client and Bristol City legend Steve Cotterill has been honoured within a mural featuring notable former players and managers, created just outside Ashton Gate by independent fans group, Art4Fans.The artwork features Cotterill, Joe Jordan, Scott Murray, Paul Cheesley, Alan Dicks, Terry Cooper, Billy Wedlock and John Atyeo.Speaking about the recognition he received, Cotterill
- [Chris Powell: Statement](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-statement-2/) - Oporto Sports client Chris Powell issued the followed statement on Monday…Following my departure from my role as assistant coach at Sheffield Wednesday Football Club, I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you.Firstly, to the players and staff I was privileged to work with. We all experienced challenges and difficulties, on and off the
- [Andy Whing speaks to Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-speaks-to-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and Barrow AFC head coach Andy Whing spoke with Sky Sports’ football journalist Adam Bate for an in-depth feature ahead of the new League Two season.Andy spoke about being the underdog throughout his playing career, and channelling that energy to help Barrow overcome sides with bigger budgets, while also understanding the club’s
- [Media Appearances: Fryatt, Howard, Powell, Appleton](https://www.oportosports.com/media-appearances-fryatt-howard-powell-appleton/) - Oporto Sports’ clients have a number of media appearances over the coming days.On Sunday, Matty Fryatt will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio Leicester for Leicester City vs Sheffield Wednesday at King Power Stadium, while Steve Howard will be a studio guest for LCFCTV for the same game.Chris Powell is the opening guest of
- [Cumberland FA renew Specsavers partnership](https://www.oportosports.com/cumberland-fa-renew-specsavers-partnership/) - Oporto Sports client Cumberland FA has announced the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Specsavers for an eighth consecutive season, continuing into 2025/26. This initiative continues to remove barriers for those who require prescription eyewear to participate in grassroots football. Since the partnership began in 2018, over £20,000 has been invested directly into the scheme,
- [Richard O’Donnell featured by Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/richard-odonnell-featured-by-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and Shrewsbury Town assistant head coach Richard O’Donnell has spoken to Sky Sports’ Football Journalist, Adam Bate, as part of a feature entitled ‘Inside Shrewsbury Town: Reset moment under Michael Appleton as Salop look to find a new identity after their relegation’.Richie spoke about his relationship with Oporto client and Shrewsbury Town
- [Sven longlisted for Grierson Awards 2025](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-longlisted-for-grierson-awards-2025/) - Oporto Sports is delighted that our client and friend, the late Sven-Göran Eriksson, has been longlisted, as one of eight nominees, for Best Sports Documentary for The Grierson British Documentary Awards 2025.Sven was released in August 2024 on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and Nordics, and was produced by Whisper and Up&Away Film
- [Middlesex FA makes history with all-female leadership team](https://www.oportosports.com/middlesex-fa-makes-history-with-all-female-leadership-team/) - Oporto Sports client Middlesex FA has announced a landmark moment in English football history with the appointment of Philina Toiny as Chair, joining Kayleigh Saunders, CEO, and Barbara Bivens, President. This marks the first time that a County Football Association is led at the highest levels by three women – a ground-breaking milestone that reflects the
- [County FAs achieve Code of Governance](https://www.oportosports.com/county-fas-achieve-code-of-governance/) - Several Oporto Sports County FA clients have been successful in achieving The FA’s Code of Governance recently.The following County FAs evidenced full compliance with the regional Code of Governance, which sets a higher precedent than the current gold standard for sport and aims to provide support and guidance to those running the grassroots game up
- [Jon Brady featured by Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-featured-by-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and former Northampton Town and Brackley Town manager Jon Brady has spoken exclusively to Sky Sports’ Adam Bate, for a wide-ranging feature on his life, coaching journey and his detailed approach to building successful teams.Brady has had a busy summer so far, working towards his LMA Diploma in Football Management, delivering an
- [Matty Fryatt named Chairman of Walsall former players association](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-named-chairman-of-walsall-former-players-association/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client, Matty Fryatt, on being named as Chairman of the Walsall former players association.Fryatt played 78 times for Walsall between 2003 and 2006, scoring 30 goals, before joining Leicester City.Walsall legends Jimmy Walker, Richard O’Kelly and Mick Kearns will also act as ambassadors.To read about Matty’s role and
- [Ryan Garry joins Norwich City](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-joins-norwich-city/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client, Ryan Garry, to join Norwich City as the club’s first-team coach. Ryan leaves his role as assistant coach of Lommel SK, in Belgian First Division B, to take up his new position in the EFL Championship, as part of Liam Manning’s staff. Ryan has a
- [Stephen Clemence named as Blackpool coach](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-named-as-blackpool-coach/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Stephen Clemence on his appointment as first-team coach of League One side, Blackpool. Clemence will rejoin his former colleagues Steve Bruce and Steve Agnew, as part of the club’s management team for this season. Stephen was most recently head coach at Barrow and before that, Gillingham, in League Two,
- [Bruno Berner signs for A-League Macarthur Bulls](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-signs-for-a-league-macarthur-bulls/) - Oporto Sports sends our best wishes to our client Bruno Berner, on the news of his appointment as assistant coach of A-League side, Macarthur Bulls. Bruno will work alongside Macarthur head coach, Mile Sterjovski, for his first coaching role outside of Switzerland. Berner began his managerial career with FC Tuggen, before leading SC Kriens to the Swiss
- [Xisco Muñoz named head coach of JDT](https://www.oportosports.com/xisco-munoz-named-head-coach-of-jdt/) - Oporto Sports would like to send our congratulations to our friend Xisco Muñoz on his appointment as head coach of Malaysian Super League side, Johor Darul Ta’zim Football Club (JDT). This appointment follows Xisco’s spell with Slovakian Premier League side DAC 1904, where they finished as runners-up, and competed in the UEFA Conference League qualifying rounds. All
- [Jason Euell joins Preston North End](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-joins-preston-north-end/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Jason Euell to join EFL Championship side Preston North End, as their new first-team coach. The move continues Euell’s impressive coaching career so far, which saw him begin with Charlton Athletic, holding various coaching roles and winning the PDL2 South title in consecutive seasons
- [Jon Brady signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/jon-brady-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing former Northampton Town manager, Jon Brady. Jon guided Northampton Town to promotion to League One in 2023, and departed the club in December 2024, having managed 200 games, recording an impressive 41% league win rate. In Northampton’s first season back in League One, he led
- [Oporto proud to design and publish County Cup final programmes](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-proud-to-design-and-publish-county-cup-final-programmes/) - During a busy couple of months of County Cup final fixtures up and down the country, Oporto Sports has been proud to support two of our County FA clients in the design and publication of digital matchday programmes. Oxfordshire FA and Cumberland FA both utilised Oporto’s award-winning design service to deliver programmes for each of
- [Vote for Sven at National Television Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/vote-for-sven-at-national-television-awards/) - Oporto Sports is delighted that our client and friend, the late Sven-Göran Eriksson, has been longlisted for the National Television Awards, as one of 12 nominees for the Authored Documentary category.Sven was released in August 2024 on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and Nordics, and was produced by Whisper and Up&Away Film Entertainment,
- [Curtis Fleming helps Charlton Athletic to promotion](https://www.oportosports.com/curtis-fleming-helps-charlton-athletic-to-promotion/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client, Charlton Athletic assistant manager, Curtis Fleming, on the club’s League One play-off final victory and promotion to the EFL Championship.Charlton beat Leyton Orient 1-0 at Wembley Stadium to return to the second tier after five years in League One.Fleming joined the club in January 2024, following over
- [Richard O’Donnell meets the Shropshire media](https://www.oportosports.com/richard-odonnell-meets-the-shropshire-media/) - Oporto Sports client and Shrewsbury Town assistant head coach, Richard O’Donnell, has spoken to the Shropshire media, following the confirmation earlier this month of his two-year contract with the club. Richard spoke about his relationship with head coach and Oporto client, Michael Appleton, and his ambitions for the 2025/26 season, along with a host of other
- [League Two play-off final: Jason Euell and Matty Fryatt](https://www.oportosports.com/league-two-play-off-final-jason-euell-and-matty-fryatt/) - Oporto Sports clients Jason Euell and Matty Fryatt will be on duty for the EFL as part of their itinerary for the League Two play-off final between Walsall and AFC Wimbledon at Wembley Stadium, on Monday.Jason played for Wimbledon between 1995 and 2001 and again on loan at the end of his playing days in
- [League One play-off final: Chris Powell and Jason Euell](https://www.oportosports.com/league-one-play-off-final-chris-powell-and-jason-euell/) - Oporto Sports clients Chris Powell and Jason Euell will both be working at Wembley Stadium on Sunday for the League One play-off final between Charlton Athletic and Leyton Orient.Chris Powell will be a guest for the EFL, doing a Q&A with supporters, as well as media and pitchside commitments.Jason Euell will be pitchside as a
- [Darrell Clarke speaks to the media](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-speaks-to-the-media/) - Oporto Sports client Darrell Clarke has spoken to the media following his appointment as the new head coach of Bristol Rovers Football Club.To view some of the coverage via the club’s YouTube channel, please click the links below:Interview alongside director of football Ricky MartinFirst press conferenceThe first interviewFor any enquiries for Darrell Clarke, please email dean@oportosports.com
- [Nigel Pearson attends Jamie Vardy’s farewell](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-attends-jamie-vardys-farewell/) - Oporto Sports client and former Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson was an invited guest last Sunday for Jamie Vardy’s final game as a Leicester player, a 2-0 home win over Ipswich Town.Pearson, alongside his family and former players and colleagues, watched Vardy score his 200th goal in his 500th game for the club, before being
- [Paulo Sousa completes UAE quadruple](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-completes-uae-quadruple/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client and friend Paulo Sousa on securing his fourth trophy of the season with Shabab Al-Ahli, after lifting the President’s Cup with a 2-1 win over Sharjah in last week’s final.Sousa’s side have experienced a remarkable season, winning the UAE Pro League title, the UAE Super Cup and
- [Steve Cotterill and FGR to face Southend United](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-and-fgr-to-face-southend-united/) - Oporto Sports client Steve Cotterill’s Forest Green Rovers will face Southend United in the National League play-off semi-finals on Wednesday 21 May, at The New Lawn.Southend came from 3-1 down to win 4-3 at Rochdale in the eliminator round play-off, to set up the tie next week, with Oldham Athletic overcoming Halifax Town 4-0, to
- [Jason Euell set for Sky Sports League Two play-off decider](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-set-for-sky-sports-league-two-play-off-decider/) - Oporto Sports client Jason Euell will be a guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League Two play-off semi-final second leg between AFC Wimbledon and Notts County, tomorrow (Saturday), on air from midday for a 12.30pm kick-off.Jason will be alongside presenter Caroline Barker and fellow guests Luke Chambers, and Bradford City’s promotion-winning manager, Graham
- [Oporto clients reach League One play-off final](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-clients-reach-league-one-play-off-final/) - Oporto Sports would like to send our congratulations to our client, Charlton Athletic assistant manager Curtis Fleming, and our PR client Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens, as both will face each other at Wembley Stadium in the League One play-off final, on Sunday 25 May.Charlton overcame Wycombe Wanderers 1-0 last night to secure their
- [Franny Benali: FBA Awards, BBCR5L and Saints video](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-fba-awards-bbcr5l-and-saints-video/) - Oporto Sports PR client Franny Benali has had a busy week, with a number of media appearances.Last Friday, he was a guest at the Football Business Awards 2025, presenting an award for Agency of the Year, alongside the host, Mark Chapman.On Saturday, he was on BBC Radio 5 Live co-comms duty for the Premier League
- [Darrell Clarke returns to Bristol Rovers](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-returns-to-bristol-rovers/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Darrell Clarke to return to Bristol Rovers as head coach, on a three-year contract.Clarke achieved back-to-back promotions for Rovers, leading them from the National League to League One, during a four-year spell at The Memorial Ground between 2014 and 2018.Darrell was most recently
- [Paulo Sousa seals UAE Super League title](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-seals-uae-super-league-title/) - Oporto Sports client Paulo Sousa has added another league title to his list of honours, as his Shabab Al-Ahli side were named Champions of the UAE Pro League at the weekend.Having already won the Israel title with Maccabi Tel-Aviv and the Swiss Super League with FC Basel, this is Sousa’s third championship – and it’s
- [Curtis Fleming set for L1 play-off semi-finals](https://www.oportosports.com/curtis-fleming-set-for-l1-play-off-semi-finals/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our client, assistant manager of Charlton Athletic, Curtis Fleming, all the best for the League One play-offs.Charlton face Wycombe Wanderers away on Sunday, kick-off 6.30pm, and the second leg at home on Thursday 15 May, with Stockport County or Richie Wellens’ Leyton Orient waiting for the winners at Wembley
- [Benali and Powell on BBC Radio duty](https://www.oportosports.com/benali-and-powell-on-bbc-radio-duty/) - Oporto Sports clients Franny Benali and Chris Powell will both be on co-comms for BBC Radio this weekend.On Saturday, Franny will be at Bournemouth vs Aston Villa for BBC Radio 5 Live, and on Sunday Chris Powell will be at the City Ground, covering Nottingham Forest vs Leicester City for BBC Radio Leicester.For any enquiries
- [Michael Appleton named Shrewsbury Town head coach](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-named-shrewsbury-town-head-coach/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our clients Michael Appleton and Richard O’Donnell to be named as head coach and assistant head coach of Shrewsbury Town, respectively.Speaking about the agreement, Appleton said:“It’s no secret that I wanted to stay at this football club so I’m really pleased the deal is now done.“The last few weeks have
- [Ceri Bowley joins North Carolina Courage](https://www.oportosports.com/ceri-bowley-joins-north-carolina-courage/) - Oporto Sports would like to extend our congratulations to our friend Ceri Bowley on his appointment as chief soccer officer and sporting director of The North Carolina Courage.To read the announcement in full via North Carolina’s website, please click hereCeri will speak to the media on Friday 9 May, and Oporto would like to wish
- [Steve Cotterill secures FGR play-off semi-final place](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-secures-fgr-play-off-semi-final-place/) - Oporto Sports client and Forest Green Rovers manager Steve Cotterill has guided his side to a third-place finish in the National League, guaranteeing a home play-off semi-final next month.Forest Green have two league games remaining, starting with Oldham Athletic at home tomorrow (Saturday), and finishing the regular league season away to Hartlepool United on Monday
- [Jason Euell set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client and former Cambridge United assistant, and Bristol City and Charlton Athletic coach, Jason Euell, will be a guest on Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League One promotion clash between Wrexham and Charlton tomorrow (Saturday), on air from 5pm.Jason will be alongside host Caroline Barker and fellow guest Luke Chambers, with kick-off
- [Alex Revell speaks to BBC Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-speaks-to-bbc-sport/) - Oporto Sports client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell spoke to BBC Sport’s Nick Mashiter as part of a feature focusing on what managers write down on notepads during a game, and why they do it.Also quoted within the feature are Jose Mourinho, Lee Carsley, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Vitor Pereira. To read the feature in full,
- [Franny Benali on BBC Radio 5 Live duty](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-bbc-radio-5-live-duty/) - Oporto Sports PR client Franny Benali will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live on Sunday for the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Manchester United, kick-off 2pm.Franny has been a regular visitor to the Vitality Stadium this season, as part of his appearances for BBC Radio 5 Live.For any enquiries for Franny
- [Celebrating 150 years of BCFA](https://www.oportosports.com/celebrating-150-years-of-bcfa/) - Oporto Sports client Birmingham County FA has announced the celebration of its 150th anniversary – a major milestone in the story of football across the Midlands.As part of the celebrations throughout 2025 and the 2025/26 season, the County FA has launched a new Online Memory Board to collect and showcase photos, videos, and memories from
- [The England Pod – David Dunn](https://www.oportosports.com/the-england-pod-david-dunn/) - Oporto Sports PR client and former Blackburn Rovers and Birmingham City midfielder David Dunn was a guest on The England Pod this week, for their new series ‘Capped’, speaking about his one cap for England vs Portugal in 2002.Dunn speaks about his time playing and training alongside the Golden Generation, under Sven-Göran Eriksson and why
- [Paulo Sousa chasing UAE League Cup](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-chasing-uae-league-cup/) - Oporto Sports client Paulo Sousa has the chance to win his third piece of silverware this season with Shabab Al Ahli, with the UAE League Cup final on Saturday, against Al Jazira, kick-off 5.30pm UK time.Sousa has already secured the UAE Super Cup and the UAE/Qatar Super Cup, and has the Presidents’ Cup final to
- [BBC Radio 5 Live Around the Grounds: Darrell Clarke](https://www.oportosports.com/bbc-radio-5-live-around-the-grounds-darrell-clarke/) - Oporto Sports client and former Barnsley, Cheltenham Town, Port Vale and Bristol Rovers boss, Darrell Clarke, will be a guest on BBC Radio 5 Live’s Good Friday coverage of the day’s EFL games, from 2.30pm until 5.15pm.Darrell will be alongside host Aaron Paul, former Huddersfield Town, Stoke City and Middlesbrough defender Tommy Smith, and League
- [Luke Dowling contributes to Sky Sports documentary](https://www.oportosports.com/luke-dowling-contributes-to-sky-sports-documentary/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, Luke Dowling, has contributed to the recent Sky Sports documentary, English Managers – The Decline, speaking to senior reporter Rob Dorsett.Dowling is joined by other names from within the game including Eddie Howe, Graham Potter, Roy Hodgson, Howard Wilkinson and Chris Wilder amongst others, to discuss the lack of English managers
- [Nigel Pearson speaks to BBC Sport on technical areas](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-speaks-to-bbc-sport-on-technical-areas/) - Oporto Sports client and former Leicester City, Watford and Bristol City manager Nigel Pearson has spoken to BBC Sport this week about the subject of managers in the dugout during a game, what they do and why they do it.Pearson has managed over 600 games, including winning two promotions, two spells in the Premier League,
- [Neil Dewsnip set for Sky Sports live appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/neil-dewsnip-set-for-sky-sports-live-appearance/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, former Plymouth Argyle director of football, Neil Dewsnip, will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of his former club’s crucial home game with Sheffield United, on air from 11am ahead of a 12.30pm kick-off tomorrow (Saturday).Neil will be joined by presenter David Prutton and fellow guests Curtis Davies
- [Andy Whing earns L2 manager of the month nomination](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-earns-l2-manager-of-the-month-nomination/) - Oporto Sports client and Barrow head coach Andy Whing has been nominated for the League Two manager of the month award for March.Andy recorded three wins, two draws and just one defeat from his six games in charge, but Danny Cowley scooped the award as Colchester United boss, with Paul Cook (Chesterfield) and Andy Crosby
- [Ryan Garry speaks to BBC Sport on Tyler Dibling](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-speaks-to-bbc-sport-on-tyler-dibling/) - Oporto Sports client and Lommel SK assistant head coach, Ryan Garry, has spoken to Nick Mashiter at BBC Sport about his experience of working with Southampton’s Tyler Dibling.Ryan managed Tyler, as well as the likes of Arsenal duo Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly, during his time leading the England under-17s side, and spoke about Dibling’s
- [Mike Stowell on BBC Radio Leicester co-comms](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-on-bbc-radio-leicester-co-comms/) - Oporto Sports client Mike Stowell will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio Leicester tomorrow (Saturday), for live coverage of his former club, Leicester City’s trip to Brighton and Hove Albion in the Premier League.Mike will be alongside commentator Owynn Palmer-Atkin, as Leicester look to end a run of nine straight defeats in all competitions.Stowell
- [West Riding FA host Iftar dinner](https://www.oportosports.com/west-riding-fa-host-iftar-dinner/) - Oporto Sports client West Riding FA recently hosted an Iftar dinner, bringing together representatives from local grassroots clubs, staff and directors for an evening of connection and reflection.The evening provided attendees with a unique and meaningful opportunity to engage in open conversations about the experiences of Muslim players during Ramadan.For more on West Riding FA’s
- [Ryan Garry: The Coaches’ Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-the-coaches-voice/) - Oporto Sports client and Lommel SK assistant head coach Ryan Garry has spoken exclusively to The Coaches’ Voice, for a first-person long-read feature, covering his playing and coaching journey so far.Ryan speaks about the influences of a number of notable coaches, including Don Howe, Arsene Wenger and Neil Banfield amongst others, while reflecting on his
- [Ian Baraclough named Partick Thistle Sporting Director](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-named-partick-thistle-sporting-director/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Ian Baraclough on his appointment as the first-ever sporting director of Scottish Championship club, Partick Thistle.Ian has prior experience in Scotland as manager of Motherwell, securing a 6-1 aggregate win over Glasgow Rangers to retain top flight status.More recently, Ian has held roles as manager of Northern
- [David Dunn guests on Sky Sports live coverage](https://www.oportosports.com/david-dunn-guests-on-sky-sports-live-coverage/) - Oporto Sports PR client David Dunn was a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League One clash between Bristol Rovers and Birmingham City last Tuesday evening.Dunn was alongside fellow pundit Curtis Davies and presenter Emma Paton for the game, which Birmingham won 2-1, thanks to a late Jay Stansfield penalty.David was also
- [Franny Benali on BBCR5L duty](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-bbcr5l-duty/) - Oporto Sports PR client Franny Benali completed his third appearance in as many weeks for BBC Radio 5 Live, on co-comms duty last Wednesday for Bournemouth’s 2-1 home defeat to Ipswich Town in the Premier League.Franny has been a regular at the Vitality Stadium, covering their games against Brentford, Manchester City and Ipswich Town.Benali was
- [Steve Howard: LCFCTV and The Guardian](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-howard-lcfctv-and-the-guardian/) - Oporto Sports PR client Steve Howard will be a studio guest this evening for LCFCTV’s coverage of Leicester City vs Newcastle United, kick-off 8pm.Steve was also interviewed by Ben Fisher of The Guardian for a feature covering his time at Derby County, and whether Southampton will finish this season with less points than Derby, and
- [Sven wins 2025 SJA TV Documentary Award](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-wins-2025-sja-tv-documentary-award/) - Oporto Sports is delighted with the news that our former client and friend Sven-Göran Eriksson’s documentary, Sven, has been honoured at the Sports Journalists Association awards, winning TV documentary of the year. Sven was released in August 2024 on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and Nordics, and was produced by Whisper and Up&Away
- [Appleton and O’Donnell join Shrewsbury Town](https://www.oportosports.com/appleton-and-odonnell-join-shrewsbury-town/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deals for our clients Michael Appleton and Richie O’Donnell to join Shrewsbury Town Football Club until the end of the season.Appleton has been named as head coach, with O’Donnell as assistant head coach, with nine games remaining in League One.Shrewsbury face a stern test on Saturday, away
- [Paulo Sousa reaches UAE League Cup final](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-reaches-uae-league-cup-final/) - Oporto Sports UK client Paulo Sousa has achieved another landmark in his remarkable season in the UAE, guiding Shabab Al-Ahli to the UAE League Cup final, following a 5-3 aggregate win over rivals, Sharjah.Sousa’s side lead the table by seven points, and face second-placed Sharjah tomorrow evening (6pm UK time), in the final game of
- [Jason Euell: Statement](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-statement/) - This statement is from Oporto Sports client, Jason Euell, following his departure from the role of assistant head coach of Cambridge United Football Club…I would like to thank both Ben Strang and Garry Monk for appointing me as the Assistant Head Coach of Cambridge United Football Club last summer.Whilst results on the field have not
- [David Dunn features on talkSPORT](https://www.oportosports.com/david-dunn-features-on-talksport/) - Oporto Sports PR client David Dunn was a guest today on talkSPORT’s Hawksbee and Jacobs show, between 1.30pm and 1.45pm, for a chat about David’s career memories as a player, including successful spells with Blackburn Rovers and Birmingham City, his England cap, and more recently as a coach and manager, as well as an update
- [Steve Cotterill: 10 years on from Wembley triumph](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-10-years-on-from-wembley-triumph/) - Oporto Sports client and Forest Green Rovers manager Steve Cotterill was interviewed recently by Dan Carter of Bristol Live, for a feature looking back at Steve’s Bristol City side’s EFL Trophy success, on the ten-year anniversary of their Wembley win.The coverage represents another landmark moment in Steve’s remarkable management career, coming shortly after he reached
- [Steve Cotterill achieves 1000 game landmark](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-achieves-1000-game-landmark/) - Oporto Sports client and Forest Green Rovers manager Steve Cotterill will reach the milestone of 1000 games as a manager this Saturday, when his side face Southend United at home, kick-off 3pm.During his managerial career, Cotterill has won five promotions, two EFL Trophies, one FA Trophy and three manager of the year awards, all while
- [Kit donation initiative for young carers in Dorset](https://www.oportosports.com/kit-donation-initiative-for-young-carers-in-dorset/) - Dorset County FA’s Youth Leadership Group has launched a new Kit 4 Carers project in partnership with local charity MyTime For Carers, with the aim of collecting as many items of kit as possible to distribute to young carers to support them with accessing football in Dorset. Kit banks are now set up across facilities and
- [Benali and McInally guests for talkSPORT at Cheltenham](https://www.oportosports.com/benali-and-mcinally-guests-for-talksport-at-cheltenham/) - Oporto Sports PR clients Franny Benali and Alan McInally were guests of talkSPORT this week, for their live coverage from the Cheltenham Festival.Both Franny and Alan were guests on the Hawksbee and Jacobs show, with Franny speaking on Tuesday afternoon and Alan on Thursday afternoon.Benali will also be on BBC Radio 5 Live on Saturday,
- [Sven-Göran Eriksson: Auction](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-goran-eriksson-auction/) - Former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson’s family have made a number of items from Sven’s life available to purchase via an online auction site.The items all have a starting price of 100 Swedish Krona, equal to roughly £7. The collection includes several Armani and Burton jackets from Eriksson’s time as England manager.Also, from his England days
- [Sven nominated for SJA 2024 Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-nominated-for-sja-2024-awards/) - The documentary, Sven, covering the life story of former Oporto client Sven-Göran Eriksson, has been nominated in the Television Documentary category at the Sports Journalists’ Association’s British Sports Journalism Awards 2024.Sven is nominated alongside Finding Hope: Sir Chris Hoy, Sir Alex, The Club That George Built, There’s Only One Rob Burrow, and Unbreakable: England 2003.The
- [Ryan Garry speaks to The Guardian](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-speaks-to-the-guardian/) - Oporto Sports client and Lommel SK assistant head coach Ryan Garry spoke to The Guardian’s Ben Fisher last month, for a feature on Southampton’s Tyler Dibling.Dibling played for England U17s when Garry was the head coach, and has since gone on to star in the Premier League, earning plaudits for his performances, despite having just
- [Football Medicine & Performance Issue 48 out now](https://www.oportosports.com/football-medicine-performance-issue-48-out-now/) - Oporto Sports is proud to work alongside the Football Medicine & Performance Association in the design of their quarterly magazine, with the 48th edition issued recently.This issue’s featured articles provide insight into various aspects of football, ranging from injury management to the tactical factors that influence the physical match demands at the FIFA World Cups.The
- [Cumbria Cricket publish Talent Pathway brochure](https://www.oportosports.com/cumbria-cricket-publish-talent-pathway-brochure/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket has published its Talent Pathway brochure, which showcases the journey players go on through the Elite Player Pathway.From Cumbria Cricket’s coaching philosophy and ethos, to the skill-specific pillars they work on, the Talent Pathway brochure covers everything that is required to take players to the top.Cumbria Cricket has a proud
- [BCFA joins the Great Save](https://www.oportosports.com/bcfa-joins-the-great-save/) - Oporto Sports client Birmingham County FA has teamed up to support Green Football’s Great Save campaign, which begins on Tuesday 11 March.Extending the life of football kit by just nine more months can reduce its carbon, water, and waste footprint by up to 30%. That’s why the Great Save campaign is encouraging players, fans and
- [Stephen Clemence: LMA Statement](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-lma-statement-2/) - Oporto Sports client Stephen Clemence issued the following statement via The LMA earlier this week, after his departure from Barrow AFC last month…“I would like to thank the owners, and Chief Executive, Iain Wood, for giving me the opportunity to be the Head Coach of Barrow AFC.“We could not have wished for a better start
- [Ryan Garry on BBC Radio 5 Live Euro Leagues show](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-on-bbc-radio-5-live-euro-leagues-show/) - Oporto Sports client and Lommel SK interim head coach, Ryan Garry, spoke to BBC Radio 5 Live on Thursday evening, as part of their Euro Leagues show.Hosted by Steve Crossman, alongside Guillem Balague, James Horncastle and Marcel van der Kraan, Ryan spoke about the experience of coaching abroad and the challenges that provides, what he
- [Paulo Sousa reaches ACL2 quarter-finals](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-reaches-acl2-quarter-finals/) - Oporto Sports UK client Paulo Sousa has guided his Shabab Al-Ahli side in to the quarter-finals of the Asian Champions League 2, after a dramatic 4-3 win over Jordanian side, Al-Wehdat, to record a 6-3 aggregate win.Trailing 3-1 with just ten minutes to go, Paulo’s side scored three goals in four minutes to reach the
- [David Dunn set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/david-dunn-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, former Blackburn Rovers and Birmingham City star, David Dunn, will be a guest in the Sky Sports studios next week, as his former club Barrow, managed by Oporto client Andy Whing, take on Carlisle United on Thursday evening.David, who managed Barrow in 2020, will be alongside host Caroline Barker and fellow
- [Bamba and Ehiogu honoured with artwork](https://www.oportosports.com/bamba-and-ehiogu-honoured-with-artwork/) - Former Oporto Sports clients Sol Bamba and Ugo Ehiogu have been celebrated through the unveiling of artwork at their former club Middlesbrough’s Riverside Stadium, in front of their families and friends.BBC Radio Tees’ Gary Philipson, who hosted part of the ceremony, said Ehiogu was a “wonderful human being all round” and that Bamba had an
- [Paulo Sousa continues trophy quest](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-continues-trophy-quest/) - Oporto Sports UK client Paulo Sousa has continued his incredible run of form, with a 2-0 win for his Shabab Al-Ahli side over Al-Wehdat of Jordan, in the Asian Champions League 2 last 16, first leg.This form mirrors his unbeaten run in the league, with 13 wins and two draws, from 15 games, leaving Shabab
- [Steve Howard appears at Leicester City Fanzone](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-howard-appears-at-leicester-city-fanzone/) - Oporto Sports client Steve Howard will be a guest in the Fanzone at King Power Stadium from 10am on Saturday, ahead of Leicester City vs Arsenal, kick-off 12.30pm. Steve is a cult hero at Leicester, helping the club to the League 1 title, and the Championship play-off semi-finals, under the management of Oporto client, Nigel Pearson. To
- [NTT20 podcast: Alex Revell](https://www.oportosports.com/ntt20-podcast-alex-revell/) - Oporto Sports client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell was a guest this week for the Not The Top 20 podcast series, ‘How Do You Manage?’ Revell was in conversation with George Elek, to discuss Stevenage’s current good form in League One, recruitment and his own ambitions for the future, amongst other subjects.To watch the conversation in
- [Franny Benali on BBC Radio 5 Live on Sunday](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-bbc-radio-5-live-on-sunday/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be back on BBC Radio 5 Live duty for Sunday’s FA Cup fourth round tie between Plymouth Argyle and Liverpool, kick-off 3pm.Franny will be providing updates throughout the course of the game, as part of BBC Radio 5 Live’s coverage of FA Cup games over this weekend.For any enquiries
- [Job opportunity at Oxfordshire FA](https://www.oportosports.com/job-opportunity-at-oxfordshire-fa/) - Oporto Sports client, Oxfordshire Football Association, is currently recruiting for an exciting new role to develop a local network of thriving community clubs providing a brilliant football offer to their communities. Oxfordshire FA’s new Club and Facilities Development Officer will work as part of their dedicated Football Development Team to support and develop the county’s England
- [Matty Fryatt in demand for media work](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-in-demand-for-media-work/) - Oporto Sports client Matty Fryatt has been in demand recently, both as a co-commentator and media pundit for various outlets.Last Saturday, Matty was at King Power Stadium as a special guest for Leicester City’s game against Fulham, visiting the club’s Fanzone to speak on stage and chat with supporters, before being on co-comms duty for
- [West Riding FA director appointments](https://www.oportosports.com/west-riding-fa-director-appointments/) - Oporto Sports client West Riding FA has announced the appointment of three new Independent Non-Executive Directors.Welcoming Paul Cook, Measha Harris and Siobhan Atkinson, West Riding FA CEO Hannah Simpson said: “Their collective experience will be invaluable as we work together to grow and develop football across our region. I look forward to seeing the impact
- [Andy Whing named Barrow AFC head coach](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-named-barrow-afc-head-coach/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Andy Whing on his appointment as head coach of League Two side Barrow AFC on a two-and-a-half year contract.Andy departs Solihull Moors, who he guided to last season’s National League play-off final and FA Trophy final, losing both agonisingly on penalties, with Solihull currently in the play-off
- [Richie Wellens: FA Cup success and NTT20 podcast](https://www.oportosports.com/richie-wellens-fa-cup-success-and-ntt20-podcast/) - Oporto Sports client Richie Wellens has guided his Leyton Orient side in to the FA Cup fourth round, after a penalty shootout victory over Championship side Derby County on Tuesday evening. Orient will now face Premier League champions Manchester City at home, after winning 6-5 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Richie
- [Ryan Garry named interim head coach of Lommel SK](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-named-interim-head-coach-of-lommel-sk/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our client Ryan Garry all the best for his new role as interim head coach of Belgian second tier side, Lommel SK.Ryan joined Lommel a year ago as assistant head coach, working under his former Arsenal colleague Steve Bould, with Bould resigning from the head coach role on Tuesday.Prior
- [Paulo Sousa wins Qatar/UAE Super Cup](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-wins-qatar-uae-super-cup/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Paulo Sousa on winning the Qatar/UAE Super Cup yesterday (Thursday), with a 3-1 victory for his Shabab Al Ahli side over Al-Rayyan, with the final held in Doha, Qatar. The win represents a second trophy for Sousa with Shabab Al Ahli, after securing the UAE Super Cup
- [Richie Wellens named League One manager of the month](https://www.oportosports.com/richie-wellens-named-league-one-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports client and Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens has enjoyed an eventful week, as his team look to continue their unbeaten run.Yesterday, Wellens was a guest on BBC Radio 5 Live’s 72+ podcast alongside Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff.Today, Richie has been named as the League One manager of the month for December,
- [Michael Appleton on BBC Radio and talkSPORT](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-on-bbc-radio-and-talksport/) - Oporto Sports client Michael Appleton is in demand for media appearances this month.Yesterday, Michael was a guest on BBC Radio Leicester’s podcast, ‘When You’re Smiling’, alongside host Owynn Palmer-Atkin, and Daily Mail journalist Tom Collomosse.Tomorrow (Saturday), Appleton will return to King Power Stadium as co-commentator for BBC Radio Leicester for the FA Cup third round
- [Steve Cotterill on unbeaten league run and in FA Trophy last 16](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-on-unbeaten-league-run-and-in-fa-trophy-last-16/) - Oporto Sports client and Forest Green Rovers manager Steve Cotterill has guided his side to second place in the National League, thanks in part to a 14 match unbeaten run in the league, and in to the last 16 of the FA Trophy.Forest Green Rovers’ next game is against promotion rivals Barnet at home on
- [Jason Euell on Sky Sports over festive period](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-on-sky-sports-over-festive-period/) - Oporto Sports client and Cambridge United assistant head coach Jason Euell was a studio guest on Sky Sports over the festive period.Euell was alongside presenter Caroline Barker and Colchester United striker Lyle Taylor, for live coverage of the League Two fixture between AFC Wimbledon and Gillingham.Euell joined League One Cambridge United in July 2024, working
- [Code of Governance for Middlesex FA](https://www.oportosports.com/code-of-governance-for-middlesex-fa/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate its client, Middlesex FA, on achieving The FA’s Code of Governance for County Football Associations.Middlesex FA evidenced full compliance with the regional Code of Governance, which sets a higher precedent than the current gold standard for sport and aims to provide support and guidance to those running the grassroots
- [Nigel Pearson offers thanks for public support](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-offers-thanks-for-public-support/) - Oporto client and former Leicester City, Watford and Bristol City manager Nigel Pearson issued an update on his health via his social media accounts recently.Pearson offered his sincere thanks for the level of support he has received from supporters of his former clubs and from the football community as a whole, as he continues his
- [Oporto director speaks to BBC Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-director-speaks-to-bbc-sport/) - Oporto Sports director and FIFA-licenced agent Dean Eldredge spoke to Nick Mashiter at BBC Sport for a feature entitled ‘How to become a football agent: What it takes to pass FIFA’s agent exam’.The article, published online earlier this week, covers the exam itself, why it has been reintroduced and what agents actually do, speaking to
- [Franny Benali on co-comms for BBC Radio 5 Live and Sky Sports+](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-co-comms-for-bbc-radio-5-live-and-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports media client Franny Benali was on co-commentary duty last night for BBC Radio 5 Live for the EFL Cup quarter-final match between Southampton and Liverpool.First-half goals from Darwin Nunez and Harvey Elliott set the Reds on their way to a 2-1 win and a place in the semi-finals, with Cameron Archer getting on
- [Cumbria Cricket recruiting Non-Executive Directors](https://www.oportosports.com/cumbria-cricket-recruiting-non-executive-directors/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket is looking for experienced professionals in finance and safeguarding to fill two vacancies for voluntary Non-Executive Director roles on its board. These positions are non-salaried, but all associated expenses are paid.To read more and apply, please click here
- [Paulo Sousa reaches Asian Champions League Two last 16](https://www.oportosports.com/paulo-sousa-reaches-asian-champions-league-two-last-16/) - Oporto Sports client and friend Paulo Sousa has guided his side, Shabab Al-Ahli, to the knockout stages of the Asian Champions League Two.After winning Group D, Sousa will face Al-Wehdat SC of Jordan in the last 16, with tie to be played over two legs in February.Paulo’s side are currently unbeaten in the league, with
- [Sven claims silver at Sports Business Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-claims-silver-at-sports-business-awards/) - Oporto Sports is delighted with the news that Sven, the documentary about our late client and friend Sven-Göran Eriksson, has been awarded silver in Most Successful Sports Broadcast at the Sports Business Awards 2024, held at Old Billingsgate, London, last Friday.Sven was released on Friday 23 August on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland
- [Ryan Garry features on Coaches’ Voice panel](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-features-on-coaches-voice-panel/) - Oporto Sports client and Lommel SK assistant head coach Ryan Garry appeared as part of an elite panel for The Coaches’ Voice, discussing the concept of coaching abroad.Ryan was alongside Hearts women’s head coach Eva Olid, Aalborg sporting director James Gow, and hosted by broadcaster Georgie Bingham.To watch the webinar (subscription required) please click hereFor
- [Andy Whing featured by Mail Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-featured-by-mail-sport/) - Oporto Sports client and Solihull Moors head coach Andy Whing spoke to Mail Sport’s Tom Collomosse ahead of his side’s FA Cup second round home game with Bromley.Whing’s side were unfortunate to lose 2-1 on Sunday to their EFL opponents live on ITV Sport, but he recently achieved the landmark of 100 wins as a
- [Matty Fryatt set for BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-set-for-bbc-radio-5-live/) - Oporto Sports media client Matty Fryatt will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live this Sunday, covering the Premier League match between Ipswich Town and AFC Bournemouth.This will be Matty’s second visit to Portman Road this season, having been a co-commentator for Leicester City’s 1-1 draw for BBC Radio Leicester last month.Matty will
- [Job Vacancy: Oxfordshire FA](https://www.oportosports.com/job-vacancy-oxfordshire-fa/) - Oporto client Oxfordshire FA is currently welcoming applications for their brand-new role of Football Development Officer, focusing on Player Pathways.Working as part of Oxfordshire FA’s dedicated Football Development team to support their affiliated clubs, leagues, and key partner organisations and communities, the new Football Development Officer will provide opportunities to inspire and enjoy football, from
- [Sven wins Sports Documentary of the Year](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-wins-sports-documentary-of-the-year/) - Oporto Sports is delighted with the news that Sven, the documentary about our late client and friend Sven-Göran Eriksson, has won Sports Documentary of the Year (Over 60 minutes) at The Broadcast Sport Awards 2024, held at London Hilton, Park Lane, last night. Sven was released on Friday 23 August on Amazon Prime Video in the
- [Alex Revell features on BBC Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/alex-revell-features-on-bbc-sport/) - Oporto Sports client and Stevenage manager Alex Revell spoke this week to BBC Sport’s ‘The Football News Show’, for an in-depth feature focusing on English coaches. Alex spoke to presenter Ben Croucher, with other guests including Burnley first-team coach, Fabrice Muamba, Brighton & Hove Albion U21s head coach, Shannon Ruth, and Montserrat head coach, Lee Bowyer. To
- [Luke Dowling on talkSPORT this week](https://www.oportosports.com/luke-dowling-on-talksport-this-week/) - Oporto Sports client Luke Dowling will make two appearances on talkSPORT this week. The former Watford, Nottingham Forest and West Bromwich Albion Sporting Director was a video guest on Tuesday evening, for a discussion entitled ‘Where have all the English coaches gone?’ Luke will also be live in the talkSPORT studios as a guest on Sunday Edition
- [Franny Benali guests at UCFB conference](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-makes-sky-sports-co-comms-debut-2/) - Oporto Sports client and Southampton legend Franny Benali was a guest on Wednesday at Wembley Stadium for UCFB’s student media conference. Franny spoke on the ‘From pitch to pundit’ panel, hosted by Lynsey Hooper, alongside fellow guest and decorated medal-winning athlete, Roger Black, with discussion focused on Franny and Roger’s sporting careers, the transition to media
- [Ceri Bowley presents for The Coaches Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/ceri-bowley-presents-for-the-coaches-voice/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and current ECNL technical advisor Ceri Bowley has delivered a presentation for The Coaches Voice reflecting on what he terms ‘the art of noticing’ when coaching football. Ceri was head of coaching support for the City Football Group, before taking on the role of first-team coach at Glasgow Rangers under former boss
- [Special night at Wembley for County FAs](https://www.oportosports.com/special-night-at-wembley-for-county-fas/) - Several Oporto Sports clients enjoyed an evening of celebration at the 2024 County FA Recognition Awards at Wembley Stadium on Thursday 7 November 2024. The awards recognise and endorse the best projects, products and services delivered by County FAs over the past season while sharing best practice and learnings from around the country. Congratulations to the following
- [Chris Powell awarded an MBE](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-awarded-an-mbe-2/) - Oporto Sports would like to share our congratulations for our PR client and friend, Chris Powell, on the award of his MBE earlier this week.Powell was made an MBE for services to football, and was awarded the honour by the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle on Tuesday morning.In a statement via X (Twitter), Powell MBE
- [Matty Fryatt on BBC and Sky Sports+ duty](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-on-bbc-and-sky-sports-duty/) - Oporto Sports client Matty Fryatt is in demand for with three media appearances in less than a week.On Thursday, Matty was a guest for BBC Radio Leicester’s podcast ‘When You’re Smiling’, before travelling to Suffolk tomorrow as a co-commentator for Leicester City’s Premier League game against Ipswich Town.Then on Tuesday, Fryatt makes his Sky Sports+
- [Powell, Clarke and Rennie complete Prostate Cancer UK challenge](https://www.oportosports.com/powell-clarke-and-rennie-complete-prostate-cancer-uk-challenge/) - Clients and friends of Oporto – Chris Powell, Darrell Clarke and Dave Rennie – are joining a host of people raising awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer UK this month. Prostate United 2024 sees football fans and staff involved with clubs at all levels walk, run or cycle every day throughout October. Prostate cancer kills
- [Kevin Shoemake featured by BBC Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/kevin-shoemake-featured-by-bbc-sport/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and CEO of our client Birmingham County FA, Kevin Shoemake, has spoken to the BBC this week, ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup First Round game between Northampton Town and Kettering Town, kick-off 5.30pm, live on BBC Two.Kevin played in goal for Kettering Town when the two sides met in 1989 at
- [Jason Euell guests at UCFB Wembley](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-guests-at-ucfb-wembley/) - Oporto Sports client and Cambridge United assistant manager Jason Euell was a guest speaker on Wednesday at UCFB’s Wembley Stadium campus.Jason spoke to over 130 people including students, academics and coaching companies for a Q&A about his life, experiences and influences in the game, and stayed long after the conclusion to chat with the audience.Other
- [Sven autobiography published posthumously](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-autobiography-published-posthumously/) - Oporto Sports client and friend Sven-Göran Eriksson has posthumously released a book with his childhood friend, Bengt Berg, entitled A Beautiful Game: Reflections on Life and Football.The book was published earlier this month, following a three year period where Bengt and Sven discussed football and the great adventures and mysteries of life, over 250 cups
- [Mike Stowell joins Bristol City women](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-joins-bristol-city-women/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our friend Mike Stowell on his appointment as Bristol City women’s goalkeeper coach.Mike has joined the Women’s Championship side on a short-term agreement.Best of luck in the role, Mike!For any enquiries for Mike Stowell, please email dean@oportosports.com
- [Paul Tisdale named Celtic head of football operations](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-tisdale-named-celtic-head-of-football-operations/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our friend Paul Tisdale on his appointment as head of football operations at Glasgow Celtic.Tisdale was confirmed in the role just over a week ago and will oversee the development and management of effective operations to support high-level football performance, including the identification and development of talent, in line
- [County FAs team up for Movember](https://www.oportosports.com/county-fas-team-up-for-movember/) - Oporto Sports clients Middlesex FA and London FA have teamed up to support Movember this year, helping to raise funds and awareness for men’s health.County FA staff will be growing moustaches and taking on the Move-mber challenge, with many running or walking 60km across November to raise funds and awareness of the issues that Movember
- [Sven shortlisted at Broadcast Sports Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-shortlisted-at-broadcast-sports-awards/) - Oporto Sports is delighted with the news that our late client Sven-Göran Eriksson’s documentary film, Sven, has been shortlisted for Sports Documentary of the Year (Over 60 minutes), at The Broadcast Sport Awards 2024.The awards will take place on the evening of Thursday 14 November, at London Hilton, Park Lane.Sven was released on Friday 23
- [Michael Appleton statement on George Baldock](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-statement-on-george-baldock/) - Oporto Sports client and former Oxford United head coach Michael Appleton has released a statement following the announcement of the death of former Oxford United player, George Baldock, at the age of 31…“I was saddened to learn last night of the passing of George Baldock.“I signed George on loan twice, during my time at Oxford
- [Andy Whing acknowledged with double accolade](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-acknowledged-with-double-accolade/) - Oporto Sports client and Solihull Moors boss Andy Whing has been recognised with two achievements of note in the past week.Firstly, Whing has won the National League manager of the week award, for Solihull Moors’ 3-2 away win at Oldham Athletic last Saturday, which has lifted them to 12th in the table, just three points
- [Matty Fryatt on BBC FA Cup duty](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-on-bbc-fa-cup-duty/) - Oporto Sports client, pundit and co-commentator, Matty Fryatt, will be back on co-comms duty for BBC Sport on Saturday, for their live FA Cup fourth qualifying round coverage of Hednesford Town vs Gateshead.The game will kick off at 3.30pm BST on Saturday 12 October and can be streamed via BBC iPlayer and the red button,
- [Football Medicine & Performance Issue 47 out now](https://www.oportosports.com/football-medicine-performance-issue-47-out-now/) - Oporto Sports is proud to work alongside the Football Medicine & Performance Association in the design of their quarterly magazine, with the 47th edition issued recently.This issue’s featured articles provide insight into various aspects of football, ranging from injury management to the mental well-being of players and those who support them.The FMPA represent medicine and
- [Steve Howard on LCFCTV vs Bournemouth](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-howard-on-lcfctv-vs-bournemouth/) - Oporto Sports media client Steve Howard will be a guest pundit for coverage of tomorrow’s Premier League clash between Leicester City and Bournemouth, on LCFCTV from 2pm.Steve will be alongside host Dan Bates and Foxes legend Matt Elliott, with commentary coming from Niall McCaughan and former star Gerry Taggart.For more details on the coverage, please
- [Trevor Steven live on talkSPORT International](https://www.oportosports.com/trevor-steven-live-on-talksport-international-2/) - Oporto Sports client Trevor Steven is on talkSPORT International duty tomorrow (Saturday), for live co-commentary of the Premier League game between his former club, Everton, and Newcastle United.Trevor is a regular for talkSPORT, as well as appearing in recent times on Sky Sports News, BBC Radio 5Live, BBC World Service radio and ITV Sport.For any
- [Mike Stowell on co-comms for BBC Radio Leicester](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-on-co-comms-for-bbc-radio-leicester-2/) - Friend of Oporto Sports Mike Stowell will be on co-comms for BBC Radio Leicester this Saturday for Leicester City vs Bournemouth, from King Power Stadium.Mike was most recently goalkeeping coach for Maccabi Tel Aviv as they won the league title and the Toto Cup under manager, Robbie Keane, before leaving the role this summer.Stowell spent
- [Powell, Clarke and Rennie join Prostate United 2024](https://www.oportosports.com/powell-clarke-and-rennie-join-prostate-united-2024/) - Clients and friends of Oporto – Chris Powell, Darrell Clarke and Dave Rennie – are joining a host of people raising awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer UK this month. Prostate United 2024 sees football fans and staff involved with clubs at all levels walk, run or cycle every day throughout October. Prostate cancer kills
- [West Riding FA pilot new sustainability initiative](https://www.oportosports.com/west-riding-fa-pilot-new-sustainability-initiative/) - Oporto Sports client West Riding FA is leading the way by being the first County FA to roll out a new sustainability programme before it’s launched nationally by The FA.In partnership with Lowr, The FA want to gain a better understanding of how people travel to and from football training and matches, and help to
- [Darrell Clarke guests on 72+ podcast](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-guests-on-72-podcast/) - Oporto Sports client and Barnsley head coach Darrell Clarke was a guest on this week’s 72+ podcast on BBC Radio 5 Live, alongside Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff.Darrell spoke following his side’s EFL Cup game at Manchester United and ahead of Barnsley’s trip to Burton Albion in League One, tomorrow.To listen to the episode in
- [Andy Whing signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/andy-whing-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing Solihull Moors head coach, Andy Whing.Andy joined Solihull in June 2023, and last season guided them to the National League play-off final and FA Trophy final, falling to agonising penalty shootout defeats in both games at Wembley Stadium, within the space of a week.Prior
- [Sky Sports: David Flitcroft speaks about sporting director role](https://www.oportosports.com/sky-sports-david-flitcroft-speaks-about-sporting-director-role/) - Friend of Oporto Sports David Flitcroft spoke to Sky Sports’ Adam Bate for an-depth feature on the evolution of the sporting director role in English football.Flitcroft contributed to the feature alongside Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director, Markus Krosche, and Bayer Leverkusen sporting director, Simon Rolfes.David managed Barnsley, Bury, Swindon Town and Mansfield Town, and his most
- [BCFA joins the Sports for Nature Framework](https://www.oportosports.com/bcfa-joins-the-sports-for-nature-framework/) - Oporto Sports client Birmingham County FA has been accepted to join the Sports for Nature Framework, as part of its Save Today, Play Tomorrow programme. Sports for Nature aims to deliver transformative action for nature across sports, by 2030 and beyond. BCFA has committed to action for nature by upholding the four principles, engage actively in
- [Mike Stowell on co-comms for BBC Radio Leicester](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-on-co-comms-for-bbc-radio-leicester/) - Friend of Oporto Sports Mike Stowell will be on co-comms for BBC Radio Leicester this Saturday for the return of Premier League action after the international break, for Crystal Palace vs Leicester City.Mike was most recently goalkeeping coach for Maccabi Tel Aviv as they won the league title and the Toto Cup under manager, Robbie
- [David Flitcroft set for BBC Sport FA Cup tie](https://www.oportosports.com/david-flitcroft-set-for-bbc-sport-fa-cup-tie/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and former Port Vale director of football David Flitcroft will be on BBC Sport co-commentary duty again this weekend, for the FA Cup second qualifying round tie between Lordswood and Sittingbourne.Coverage will start from 12.15pm with the game kicking off at 12.30pm BST on Saturday 14 September and it can be
- [Sven film shortlisted at Sports Business Awards](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-film-shortlisted-at-sports-business-awards/) - Sven, the documentary story of Sven-Göran Eriksson’s life, has been shortlisted as a finalist at this year’s Sports Business Awards for Most Successful Sports Broadcast. Sven is the stranger-than-fiction story about football’s most unpredictable character, following the rise (and tabloid emblazoned fall) of the former England manager, intertwined with the heart-breaking and moving reality of Sven’s
- [Stephen Clemence nominated for League Two Manager of the Month](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-nominated-for-league-two-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports client and Barrow head coach Stephen Clemence has been nominated for the League Two Manager of the Month award for August.Clemence joined The Bluebirds in May, and during August, the club won three and lost one of their league games. In addition, they enjoyed success in the League Cup, knocking Port Vale and
- [Sol Bamba: 1985 – 2024](https://www.oportosports.com/sol-bamba-1985-2024/) - Oporto Sports is deeply saddened by the passing of our client and friend, Sol Bamba, on Saturday 31st August.In a social media post, Oporto director Dean Eldredge, said: “What awful news. What a man Sol was. Energy, warmth, compassion, and the heart of a lion. Despite being so successful in football and in life, he
- [Sven-Göran Eriksson: Funeral Details](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-goran-eriksson-funeral-details/) - The family of our friend, Sven-Göran Eriksson, have released the following statement including details of his forthcoming funeral: A funeral service will be held for Sven-Göran Eriksson on Friday 13th September at 10am, in Fryksände Church, Torsby, Sweden. The service will be followed by a procession to Kollsbergs hembygdsgård (rural community museum), where speeches and
- [Curtis Fleming confirmed as Charlton assistant manager](https://www.oportosports.com/curtis-fleming-confirmed-as-charlton-assistant-manager/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client Curtis Fleming on his recent promotion to the role of assistant manager at Charlton Athletic.Fleming joined Charlton last season, and following the appointment of Nathan Jones as manager, he is seen as an integral part of the club’s coaching staff.To read more on the announcement, courtesy of
- [Michael Appleton guests on BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-guests-on-bbc-radio-5-live/) - Oporto Sports client Michael Appleton was a guest on BBC Radio 5 Live last Saturday, for their live coverage of the day’s football fixtures.Appleton was at Turf Moor for the Lancashire derby between Burnley and his former club, Blackburn Rovers, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw.The show was presented by Mark Chapman, alongside
- [Matty Fryatt on BBC Sport FA Cup duty](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-on-bbc-sport-fa-cup-duty/) - Oporto Sports client Matty Fryatt made his BBC Sport co-commentary debut on Saturday, for the FA Cup 1st qualifying round match between Campion and Blyth Spartans.Matty was alongside commentator, Chris Wise, with the game finishing 1-1, with the coverage shown on BBC iPlayer, red button and the BBC Sport website.Matty came very close to FA
- [Sven-Göran Eriksson: 1948-2024](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-goran-eriksson-1948-2024/) - Oporto Sports director, Dean Eldredge, has released the following statement after the passing of our client, Sven-Göran Eriksson, earlier this morning:“I am devastated at the news of Sven’s passing today.“We met in October 2010 when he was appointed as manager of Leicester City Football Club, and I was working as the club’s communications consultant. From
- [SVEN documentary released today on Amazon](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-documentary-released-today-on-amazon/) - Oporto Sports is delighted that our PR client Sven-Göran Eriksson’s documentary, SVEN, is released today (Friday) on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and Nordics.Sven is the stranger-than-fiction story about football’s most unpredictable character, following the rise (and tabloid emblazoned fall) of the former England manager, intertwined with the heart-breaking and moving reality of
- [Franny Benali makes Sky Sports co-comms debut](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-makes-sky-sports-co-comms-debut/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will make his co-commentary debut on Sky Sports on Saturday, for live coverage of the EFL Championship game between QPR and Plymouth Argyle, kick-off 12.30pm.Franny will be at Loftus Road, alongside commentator Gary Weaver, with studio analysis coming from Jobi McAnuff, Curtis Davies and Jamie Mackie, hosted by David Prutton.For
- [Matty Fryatt set for BBC Radio Leicester appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-set-for-bbc-radio-leicester-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client Matty Fryatt will be on co-commentary duty on Saturday afternoon on BBC Radio Leicester, as Leicester City travel to Fulham for their first away game of the season.Fryatt will be at Craven Cottage alongside BBC Radio Leicester’s Owynn Palmer-Atkin, as The Foxes look to follow-up their opening day point at home to
- [David Pleat to release autobiography](https://www.oportosports.com/david-pleat-to-release-autobiography/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish our friend David Pleat sincere congratulations on the forthcoming release of his autobiography, Just One More Goal.The book will be released by Biteback Publishing, on Thursday 12 September, and covers his significant contribution to football across six decades as a player, manager, director of football and football consultant.Just One
- [County FAs shortlisted for national awards](https://www.oportosports.com/county-fas-shortlisted-for-national-awards-2/) - A number of Oporto Sports County FA clients have been shortlisted in categories at the 2024 County FA Recognition Awards, which are to be held at Wembley Stadium on Thursday 7 November.The awards recognise and endorse the best projects, products and services delivered by County FAs over the past season while sharing best practice and
- [Appleton set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/appleton-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client and former West Bromwich Albion player and coach will be a studio guest for Sky Sports, as his former side face Leeds United on Saturday.Appleton will be alongside presenter David Prutton, and fellow studio guests Stuart Dallas and Jobi McAnuff, with coverage beginning at 11am, ahead of a 12.30pm kick-off.For any enquiries
- [David Flitcroft to guest on BBC Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/david-flitcroft-to-guest-on-bbc-sport/) - Friend of Oporto Sports and former Barnsley, Bury, Swindon Town and Mansfield Town manager, David Flitcroft, will make an appearance on the BBC this Saturday, for the FA Cup preliminary round coverage, as a co-commentator.Flitcroft will be alongside commentator Steven Wyeth, to watch Ashington take on Bishop Auckland on the BBC Red Button, iPlayer, BBC
- [Oporto director interviewed ahead of Sven film release](https://www.oportosports.com/oporto-director-interviewed-ahead-of-sven-film-release/) - Oporto director Dean Eldredge was interviewed by The Lincolnite to speak about Sven-Göran Eriksson’s forthcoming documentary, Sven, released on Amazon Prime Video on Friday 23 August.Eldredge is a graduate of the University of Lincoln, and also lives in Lincolnshire, and spoke about his involvement in the film, acting as Sven’s agent for the film, with
- [National winners celebrated at Wembley](https://www.oportosports.com/national-winners-celebrated-at-wembley/) - Several Oporto Sports County FA clients were represented at the national England Football Grassroots Football Awards ceremony on Saturday. Taking place at Wembley Stadium on the day of the Community Shield, the ceremony celebrated the individuals who put their heart and soul into the grassroots game across England. Congratulations to the following winners from our
- [Craig Shakespeare](https://www.oportosports.com/craig-shakespeare/) - Oporto Sports would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Craig Shakespeare, who passed away last week.Oporto director, Dean Eldredge, made the following statement on social media last week: “I was privileged to work with Craig Shakespeare; firstly at Leicester City, then as his agent for his move to Watford,
- [Heckingbottom set for Sky Sports EFL season opener](https://www.oportosports.com/heckingbottom-set-for-sky-sports-efl-season-opener/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the opening games of the EFL season, tomorrow evening (Friday).Hecky will be at Ewood Park for the first Championship game of the new season, Blackburn Rovers vs Derby County, alongside presenter Caroline Barker, and fellow guests Curtis Davies
- [Good luck to Oporto Sports’ clients!](https://www.oportosports.com/good-luck-to-oporto-sports-clients/) - Oporto Sports would like to wish good luck to all of our managers, head coaches, assistants and coaches, ahead of the new EFL and non-league season.We are extremely proud to be representing our group of talented individuals, and hope they will all achieve their objectives this season, with our support throughout.Here’s to the return of
- [Stephen Clemence: The Coaches’ Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-the-coaches-voice/) - Oporto Sports client and Barrow AFC head coach Stephen Clemence has spoken to The Coaches’ Voice for a long-read feature, released on Sunday.Stephen speaks about his playing days, coaching influences and his own transition from being Steve Bruce’s assistant manager to being a head coach himself, firstly at Gillingham last season, and now with Barrow
- [Luke Dowling makes studio guest appearance on talkSPORT](https://www.oportosports.com/luke-dowling-makes-studio-guest-appearance-on-talksport/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, Luke Dowling, was a guest on talkSPORT last Thursday, speaking in the studio with hosts Marcus Buckland and Darragh MacAnthony, on the White and Jordan show.This was Dowling’s second appearance this year, as he discussed the role of a sporting director, the intricacies of the transfer market, and his own experiences
- [North Riding FA launch new podcast](https://www.oportosports.com/north-riding-fa-launch-new-podcast/) - Oporto Sports client North Riding FA has released episode one of its new grassroots coaching podcast, Touchline Talk.Powered by Roar Sports, episode one sees North Riding FA’s Dan Potts speak to the Assistant Coach for Middlesbrough U23s and Guisborough Town, Paul Crager, to discuss his rise through academy and grassroots football.To listen, please click here
- [Sven to be released on Amazon Prime Video on Friday 23 August](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-to-be-released-on-amazon-prime-video-on-friday-23-august/) - Oporto Sports PR client and former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson’s documentary film, Sven, will be released on Friday 23 August, launched on Prime Video in the UK, Ireland and Nordics.This is the stranger-than-fiction story about football’s most unpredictable character, following the rise (and tabloid emblazoned fall) of the former England manager, intertwined with the heart-breaking
- [Sven-Göran Eriksson column: The Telegraph](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-goran-eriksson-column-the-telegraph/) - Oporto Sports PR client, former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson, has written his second column for The Daily Telegraph, published online today, and in tomorrow’s paper (Saturday).Sven spoke to journalist John Percy, covering subjects including mental preparation and penalty shootouts, comparing Lamine Yamal’s impact to that of Pele in the 1958 World Cup, and Gareth Southgate
- [Cheshire FA celebrate grassroots refereeing on BBC](https://www.oportosports.com/cheshire-fa-celebrate-grassroots-refereeing-on-bbc/) - Oporto Sports client, Cheshire FA, recently featured on BBC’s The One Show, in a feature celebrating the opportunities for people to get involved in refereeing at grassroots level.Screened while all eyes are on the Euros in Germany, the feature included a conversation with Cheshire FA’s Referee Development Officer, Ryan Bostock, as well as local referee
- [Jason Euell joins Cambridge United](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-joins-cambridge-united/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Jason Euell to be named as the new assistant head coach of Cambridge United Football Club.Jason will become part of Garry Monk’s coaching staff and has joined up with The U’s immediately, in time to assist with the club’s pre-season preparations, ahead of
- [When You’re Smiling podcast: Michael Morrison](https://www.oportosports.com/when-youre-smiling-podcast-michael-morrison/) - Oporto Sports PR client and Cambridge United defender Michael Morrison gave an exclusive interview with BBC Radio Leicester’s Owynn Palmer-Atkin for the podcast, When You’re Smiling.Morrison joined Leicester City in 2008 from Cambridge, winning the League One title under Nigel Pearson, before reaching the Championship play-offs the following season. He made nearly 100 appearances before
- [Bruno Berner and Trevor Steven preview Euros quarter-final](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-and-trevor-steven-preview-euros-quarter-final/) - Oporto Sports clients Bruno Berner and Trevor Steven will be on media duty for tomorrow’s UEFA Euro 2024 quarter-final between England and Switzerland. Both Bruno and Trevor represented their countries, with Berner capped 16 times by Switzerland as well as being part of the Euro 2004 squad, while Steven played in the 1986 and 1990 World
- [Paul Heckingbottom on Sky Sports for EFL Trophy draw](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-on-sky-sports-for-efl-trophy-draw/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom was a studio guest for yesterday’s (Thursday) EFL Trophy draw, aired live on Sky Sports News.Paul was alongside presenter Dharmesh Sheth and former Bristol City and Barnsley boss Lee Johnson.To watch the draw back in full, please click here
- [Oxfordshire FA celebrates Refugee Week](https://www.oportosports.com/oxfordshire-fa-celebrates-refugee-week/) - Oporto Sports client, Oxfordshire FA, utilised Refugee Week between 17 and 23 June, to highlight the work their team is doing to provide football opportunities to the county’s guests, refugees and asylum seekers.Over the course of the week, Oxfordshire FA published a series of features on their website, focusing on the growth of grassroots team
- [Sven writes exclusively for The Daily Telegraph](https://www.oportosports.com/sven-writes-exclusively-for-the-daily-telegraph/) - Oporto Sports PR client, former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson, has written his debut column for The Daily Telegraph, published online today, and in tomorrow’s paper (Saturday).Sven spoke to journalist John Percy, covering his current health status, a visit from his former captain, David Beckham, and how not a lot has changed with the role of
- [Bruno Berner: Euro 2024 appearances](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-euro-2024-appearances/) - Oporto Sports client Bruno Berner has been busy with media appearances during Euro 2024, with his native Switzerland reaching the last 16, facing Italy.Bruno has been a guest on BBC World Service Radio, to speak about Swiss hopes, while also being a studio guest for SRF in Switzerland for each of England’s games during the
- [Chris Powell awarded an MBE](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-awarded-an-mbe/) - Oporto Sports would like to congratulate our client and friend, Chris Powell, on the news confirmed today that he has been awarded an MBE for services to football. Below is a direct statement from Chris…“I am delighted and humbled to receive the honour of an MBE for services to football.“The game I love has given
- [Chris Powell guests on Sacked in the Morning](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-guests-on-sacked-in-the-morning/) - Oporto Sports PR client and Sheffield Wednesday assistant coach Chris Powell was a guest on BBC Sport’s ‘Sacked in the Morning’ podcast recently.Chris was a studio guest alongside hosts Amy Irons and former Scotland boss Craig Levein, along with Motherwell and Scotland defender, Stephen O’Donnell for a special two part show previewing Euro 2024.To listen
- [Shaun Pearson signs with Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/shaun-pearson-signs-with-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing current Grimsby Town assistant head coach, Shaun Pearson.Pearson enjoyed a successful playing career starting in non-league with Spalding United, Stamford, and Boston United, where he won promotion to the then-named Conference North Division in 2010, prior to joining Grimsby Town, where he won promotion
- [Mike Stowell returns to the UK](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-returns-to-the-uk/) - Oporto Sports client Mike Stowell has left his role with Maccabi Tel Aviv, following the conclusion of a successful season with the club.Working as part of head coach Robbie Keane’s staff, Mike (pictured on the far left) and his colleagues won the Israeli League title and the Toto Cup and reached the last 16 of
- [Bruno Berner featured in The Athletic](https://www.oportosports.com/bruno-berner-featured-in-the-athletic/) - Oporto Sports client Bruno Berner spoke to The Athletic’s Stu James for a feature on Wayne Rooney, and his impact on world football during the 2004 European Championships.Berner was part of the Switzerland squad that were drawn in Group B, alongside England, France and Croatia, with Rooney scoring twice against the Swiss in a 3-0
- [Stephen Clemence joins Barrow AFC as head coach](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-joins-barrow-afc-as-head-coach/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the deal for our client Stephen Clemence to become the new head coach of Barrow AFC.Clemence has signed a two-year agreement and will be joined by assistant head coach, Robbie Stockdale, along with the existing club coaching and backroom staff.Oporto Sports would like to thank the Barrow AFC
- [72+ podcast: Darrell Clarke](https://www.oportosports.com/72-podcast-darrell-clarke/) - Oporto Sports client and Barnsley head coach Darrell Clarke was a guest on BBC Radio 5 Live’s EFL focused 72+ podcast, this week. Clarke was a guest alongside hosts Aaron Paul and Jobi McAnuff, to debate the teams of the season from the EFL Championship to League Two, while Darrell had the chance to reflect
- [Mike Stowell claims trophy double](https://www.oportosports.com/mike-stowell-claims-trophy-double/) - Oporto Sports client Mike Stowell has enjoyed a successful first season as goalkeeper coach with Maccabi Tel Aviv, winning the Israeli Premier League, the Toto Cup, and reaching the State Cup quarter-finals, and the UEFA Europa Conference League last 16.Stowell is part of head coach Robbie Keane’s coaching staff, and joined the club in July
- [St George’s Park host groundbreaking UEFA A Licence course](https://www.oportosports.com/st-georges-park-host-groundbreaking-uefa-a-licence-course/) - Oporto clients, St. George’s Park and The Football Association, in collaboration with UEFA and The PFA, recently announced the first-ever all-female cohort for the UEFA A Licence course.The cohort consists of 17 current and former players from the women’s professional game, who are taking part in the 12-month programme, as The FA pledges a long-term
- [Chris Powell guests on ‘No Tippy Tappy Football’ podcast](https://www.oportosports.com/chris-powell-guests-on-no-tippy-tappy-football-podcast/) - Oporto Sports PR client Chris Powell was the latest guest for the popular podcast, ‘No Tippy Tappy Football’ this week.Powell was alongside hosts Natalie Pike and Sam Allardyce, for a wide-ranging discussion including his love for Sheffield Wednesday and his current role, working with Danny Rohl and his hopes for England at this summer’s Euros.To
- [Ryan Garry set for play-off final](https://www.oportosports.com/ryan-garry-set-for-play-off-final/) - Oporto Sports client and Lommel SK assistant head coach, Ryan Garry, faces a play-off final second leg on Sunday, away to Kortrijk, for a place in the Belgian Pro League.Lommel lost the first leg 1-0, so will be hoping to overturn that scoreline against their top flight opponents in order to replace them.Ryan joined Lommel
- [Jason Euell speaks to Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-speaks-to-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client Jason Euell has spoken to Sky Sports website features writer, Adam Bate, for an in-depth interview about his hopes to become a head coach/manager.Euell highlighted the support he received from Nigel Pearson during their time together at Bristol City, taking on additional responsibility and attending board meetings, while supporting the development of
- [Xisco Munoz runner-up in Slovakia Super Liga](https://www.oportosports.com/xisco-munoz-runner-up-in-slovakia-super-liga/) - Friend of Oporto Sports Xisco Munoz has guided his DAC 1904 side to runners-up in the Slovakian top flight, earning a place in the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round next season in the process.Xisco’s side ended the season strongly, with six wins and three draws after the table split in to two halves, including
- [Franny Benali ready for Saints semi-final on Sky](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-ready-for-saints-semi-final-on-sky/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be a studio guest for tomorrow’s EFL Championship play-off semi-final second leg between Southampton and West Bromwich Albion, live on Sky Sports from 7pm, with an 8pm kick off.Franny will be alongside host David Prutton and fellow guests Curtis Davies and Neil Warnock.For any enquiries for Franny Benali, please
- [Michael Appleton to speak at The Football Transfer Forum](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-to-speak-at-the-football-transfer-forum/) - Oporto Sports client Michael Appleton is a guest panel speaker today (Thursday) at The Football Transfer Forum, at The Etihad Stadium.Michael will speak alongside Iain Wood, Sporting Director, Barrow AFC, and senior football executive David Baldwin, for a discussion entitled: CEO, Sporting Director, Head Coach: The Holy Trinity?For more information on The Football Transfer Forum
- [Paul Heckingbottom set for play-off showdown](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-set-for-play-off-showdown/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest for this evening’s EFL Championship play-off semi-final second leg between Leeds United and Norwich City, live on Sky Sports from 7pm, with an 8pm kick off.Paul will be alongside presenter David Prutton and fellow guests Jobi McAnuff and Chris Sutton.Heckingbottom was also a guest
- [Stephen Clemence: LMA Statement](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-lma-statement/) - Oporto Sports client Stephen Clemence has released a statement via The League Managers Association (LMA), following his recent departure from his role as head coach of Gillingham Football Club.To read the statement in full, please click hereFor any enquiries for Stephen Clemence, please email dean@oportosports.com
- [Nigel Pearson guests on No Tippy Tappy Football Podcast and Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-guests-on-no-tippy-tappy-football-podcast-and-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and former Leicester City, Bristol City and Watford boss Nigel Pearson was a guest this week on the No Tippy Tappy Football Podcast, alongside hosts Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike.Pearson spoke about his departure from Bristol City, his experience of signing and working with Jamie Vardy, and current issues in the game,
- [Michael Appleton speaks to The Sunday Times and Sky Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-speaks-to-the-sunday-times-and-sky-sports/) - Oporto Sports client and former Lincoln City and Oxford United boss Michael Appleton has featured in two interviews over the past week.Last weekend, Michael was featured in The Sunday Times, for journalist Jonathan Northcroft’s article on Coventry City manager Mark Robins.On Thursday, Michael was featured by Adam Bate at Sky Sports, to contribute to an
- [Jason Euell speaks to The Premier League](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-speaks-to-the-premier-league/) - Oporto Sports client Jason Euell has given a feature-length interview to the Premier League website, discussing his coaching journey and hopes for the future.Jason spoke about climbing the coaching ladder at Charlton Athletic, working at The FA, and gaining relevant qualifications such as the UEFA Pro Licence and the LMA Diploma.Euell also covered the importance
- [Paul Heckingbottom set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest on Sky Sports EFL Championship live coverage of Hull City vs Ipswich Town, on Saturday evening, on air from 7.30pm for an 8pm kick-off.Paul will be alongside presenter David Prutton and former Ipswich Town defender, Luke Chambers.In 2022, Paul guided Sheffield United to the
- [Franny Benali ready for BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-ready-for-bbc-radio-5-live-sports-extra/) - Oporto Sports client and Southampton cult hero, Franny Benali will be on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra on Sunday, for coverage of the Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Brighton & Hove Albion.Coverage begins at 1.55pm, for a 2pm kick-off.Franny has made a number of appearances on BBC Sport and Sky Sports this season,
- [Michael Appleton set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client Michael Appleton will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the League 1 game between Oxford United and Stevenage on Friday evening, on air from 7.30pm for an 8pm kick-off.Michael won promotion from League 2 and successive visits to Wembley in the EFL Trophy, during his time at Oxford
- [Nigel Pearson ready for Sky Sports date](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-ready-for-sky-sports-date/) - Oporto Sports client Nigel Pearson will be a guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the EFL Championship game between Leicester City and West Bromwich Albion this Saturday, on air from midday for a 12.30pm kick-off. Nigel has worked for both clubs, as assistant manager to Bryan Robson at West Brom achieving a great escape
- [Richie O’Donnell joins Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/richie-odonnell-joins-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing former Charlton Athletic, Blackpool and Lincoln City first-team coach, Richie O’Donnell.Richie gained the UEFA Pro Licence qualification last year, adding to his already impressive experience in practical roles.O’Donnell began his coaching career at Hull City, completing over a decade at the club, working as
- [Jason Euell featured by the i newspaper](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-featured-by-the-i-newspaper/) - Oporto Sports client and former Bristol City and Charlton Athletic first-team coach, Jason Euell, has been interviewed by the Chief Football Writer of the i newspaper, Dan Storey, for a recently released feature.Euell speaks about his desire to take on a first head coach or manager role in senior football, his coaching journey including extensive
- [Dorset FA open new 150-seater stand](https://www.oportosports.com/dorset-fa-open-new-150-seater-stand/) - Oporto Sports client Dorset FA officially opened its new 150-seater stand at the County Ground last month.The Deputy Mayor of Poole, Councillor Tony Trent, was invited to cut the ribbon in front of invited guests, spectators and dignitaries, who took shelter in the stand as they watched a game between Hamworthy United and a Dorset
- [Mikey Harris nominated for WSL manager of the month](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-nominated-for-wsl-manager-of-the-month/) - Oporto Sports client and Brighton & Hove Albion interim women’s head coach, Mikey Harris, was nominated for the Women’s Super League manager of the month for March.The nomination came after Harris achieved two wins and a draw in the four games in March. Gareth Taylor of Manchester City won the award, with nominations also for
- [Franny Benali set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live EFL Championship coverage of Southampton vs Preston North End, on Tuesday, on air from 7.30pm for an 8pm kick-off.Franny will be alongside host Adam Smith, and fellow guest Jobi McAnuff, with both sides still in the promotion race.For any enquiries for
- [Michael Appleton set for talkSPORT2 EFL show](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-set-for-talksport2-efl-show/) - Oporto Sports client and former Oxford United and Lincoln City boss, Michael Appleton, will be a guest on talkSPORT2’s EFL All Access show on Monday evening from 6pm until 7pm.Michael will be alongside host Hugh Woozencroft to discuss the latest EFL stories as the season comes to its conclusion.To listen to this podcast and previous
- [Birmingham CFA receive funding to deliver climate education course](https://www.oportosports.com/birmingham-cfa-receive-funding-to-deliver-climate-education-course/) - Oporto Sports client Birmingham County FA and its Save Today, Play Tomorrow programme have been awarded £25,000 to help deliver a Carbon Literacy for Grassroots Football Climate Education Course to clubs and volunteers across the West Midlands. Accessed through the West Midlands Combined Authority’s Community Environment Fund, this funding will provide subsidised, accessible and inclusive carbon
- [Mikey Harris joins Oporto Sports](https://www.oportosports.com/mikey-harris-joins-oporto-sports/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to announce that we will be representing current Brighton & Hove Albion interim women’s first team head coach, Mikey Harris.Qualified to UEFA Pro Licence level, with the LMA Diploma in Football Management, Harris has an extensive coaching career in the men’s game, having been assistant manager and then first-team manager of
- [Liverpool FA support Four Clubs One Goal initiative](https://www.oportosports.com/liverpool-fa-support-four-clubs-one-goal-initiative/) - Oporto Sports client Liverpool FA recently took part in an event Anfield as part of the Four Clubs One Goal initiative.Four Clubs One Goal sees Liverpool FA join forces with Liverpool FC, Everton FC, Tranmere Rovers FC, Marine AFC and Crimestoppers to show the role football can play in helping tackle child exploitation by drug
- [Nigel Pearson set for Sky Sports double header](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-set-for-sky-sports-double-header/) - Oporto Sports client Nigel Pearson will be a studio guest on Good Friday for a Sky Sports live EFL Championship double header.Pearson will be on air from 5pm for Blackburn Rovers vs Ipswich Town, followed by coverage of his former club Watford taking on Leeds United.Nigel will be alongside his former captain at Watford, Troy
- [Michael Appleton on BBC Radio 5 Live on Good Friday](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-appleton-on-bbc-radio-5-live-on-good-friday/) - Oporto Sports client Michael Appleton will be a guest for BBC Radio 5 Live’s Around The Grounds show, this Friday.Michael will be on air at 2.30pm until 5.30pm, alongside fellow guest Sam Parkin, and presenter Aaron Paul as the team work their way through a full EFL programme of games, as the end of the
- [Paul Heckingbottom ready for Easter Monday appearances](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-ready-for-easter-monday-appearances/) - Oporto Sports media client Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ EFL Championship live coverage of two key matches; Leicester City vs Norwich City and Stoke City vs Huddersfield Town.Heckingbottom will be alongside presenter David Prutton and fellow studio guest and Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer, and will be on air from
- [Luke Dowling to guest on White and Jordan on talkSPORT](https://www.oportosports.com/luke-dowling-to-guest-on-white-and-jordan-on-talksport/) - Friend of Oporto Sports, former Watford, Nottingham Forest and West Bromwich Albion Sporting Director, Luke Dowling, will be a studio guest for talkSPORT’s White and Jordan show on Tuesday from 12 until 12.30pm.Luke will be speaking with Jim White and Peterborough United Chairman, Darragh MacAnthony.For more information on the White and Jordan show, please click
- [Richie Wellens set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/richie-wellens-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports media client and Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live League One coverage of promotion-chasing Portsmouth and Derby County on Tuesday 2 April, on air from 7.30pm, kick off 8pm.Wellens will be alongside presenter Emma Saunders and fellow guest current Cheltenham Town defender, Curtis Davies.His
- [Cumbria Cricket youth teams head to Sri Lanka](https://www.oportosports.com/cumbria-cricket-youth-teams-head-to-sri-lanka/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket’s boys and girls youth teams have embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime cricketing tour of Sri Lanka.We would like to congratulate the team at Cumbria Cricket for their hard work in putting this tour together, and wish the players the best of luck!To read more about the tour, please click here
- [Darrell Clarke set for Sky Sports double header](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-set-for-sky-sports-double-header/) - Oporto Sports client and Cheltenham manager Darrell Clarke will be a Sky Sports studio guest for a double-header of live League Two action tomorrow (Saturday), on air from midday. Darrell will be alongside Jobi McAnuff for the first game between his former club, leaders Mansfield Town and Colchester United, with former Accrington Stanley boss John
- [ICYMI: Sven-Göran Eriksson documentary trailer](https://www.oportosports.com/icymi-sven-goran-eriksson-documentary-trailer/) - Oporto Sports client Sven-Göran Eriksson’s documentary trailer was officially released last week.The film will be released on Amazon Prime Video Sport later this year, and has been produced by Whisper with Up&Away Films, covering Sven’s complete life story, on and off the field.Contributors to the film include David Beckham, Wayne Rooney, Roberto Mancini, Kasper Schmeichel,
- [Amazon Prime to release Sven-Göran Eriksson’s life story](https://www.oportosports.com/amazon-prime-to-release-sven-goran-erikssons-life-story/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to reveal the official trailer for the life story documentary of our media client and former England, Lazio and Benfica manager, Sven-Göran Eriksson.The film will be released on Amazon Prime Video Sport later this year, and has been produced by Whisper with Up&Away Films, covering Sven’s complete life story, on and
- [Matty Fryatt on BBC Radio Leicester for former clubs’ showdown](https://www.oportosports.com/matty-fryatt-on-bbc-radio-leicester-for-former-clubs-showdown/) - Oporto Sports client Matty Fryatt will be on co-comms duty tomorrow (Saturday) for BBC Radio Leicester for the EFL Championship clash between Hull City and Leicester City, kick-off 3pm.Matty won the League 1 title and reached the Championship play-offs with Leicester, before a move to Hull where he won promotion to the Premier League and
- [Paul Heckingbottom to guest on Sky EFL Championship clash ](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-to-guest-on-sky-efl-championship-clash/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest for this evening’s live Sky Sports EFL Championship match between Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United, on air from 7pm and kick-off at 8pm.Paul will be alongside fellow guests Gary Rowett and Clinton Morrison, and presenter David Prutton.Heckingbottom managed Leeds United in 2018, before joining
- [Jason Euell to appear live on The Coaches Voice](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-to-appear-live-on-the-coaches-voice/) - Oporto Sports client Jason Euell will be a guest on The Coaches’ Voice’s CV Spaces on Monday from 5.30pm, live via X/Twitter, to analyse the previous day’s Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City.Jason will be alongside club analyst and scout, Umir Irfan.For more information on this, please click hereFor any enquiries for Jason,
- [Franny Benali on BBC Radio 5 Live for Brighton vs Forest](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-bbc-radio-5-live-for-brighton-vs-forest/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be on co-comms duty for BBC Radio 5 Live’s coverage of Sunday’s Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Nottingham Forest.Franny has been a regular this season for BBC Radio 5 Live, as well as appearances on Sky Sports for their live EFL Championship coverage.For any enquires
- [Trevor Steven to guest on talkSPORT International](https://www.oportosports.com/trevor-steven-to-guest-on-talksport-international/) - Oporto Sports client Trevor Steven will be back in the talkSPORT International studio for co-comms of Saturday’s Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton.Trevor is a regular for talkSPORT International, as well as also making appearances on Sky Sports News, ITV Sport and the BBC network.For any enquiries for Trevor, please email dean@oportosports.com
- [Football Medicine & Performance Issue 45 out now](https://www.oportosports.com/football-medicine-performance-issue-45-out-now/) - Oporto Sports is proud to work alongside the Football Medicine & Performance Association in the design of their quarterly magazine, with the 45th edition issued last week.This issue’s featured articles provide insight into various aspects of football, ranging from tactical methodologies to the well-being of players and those who support them.The FMPA represent medicine and
- [Paul Heckingbottom on Sky Sports, BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-on-sky-sports-bbc-radio-5-live-and-talksport/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom will make three prominent media appearances in the next few days.This evening (Friday), Paul will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of the EFL Championship match between Leeds United and Leicester City, alongside presenter David Prutton and fellow guests Jermaine Beckford and Jobi McAnuff.On Sunday, Paul
- [Pre-season opportunities at St. George’s Park](https://www.oportosports.com/pre-season-opportunities-at-st-georges-park/) - Every summer, Oporto Sports client St. George’s Park is proud to be able to welcome professional club sides for pre-season, offering visiting teams the unique opportunity to prepare for the new season at the home of England. This summer is no different. St. George’s Park currently has availability across July and August including: • 7
- [Franny Benali on BBC Radio 5 Live](https://www.oportosports.com/franny-benali-on-bbc-radio-5-live-2/) - Oporto Sports client Franny Benali will be on BBC Radio 5 Live duty tomorrow (Saturday), as a co-commentator for the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Manchester City.Franny will be alongside Ali Bruce-Ball on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra, but will also be on 5Live once the Six Nations game between Scotland and England
- [Cumbria Cricket partner with New Balance](https://www.oportosports.com/cumbria-cricket-partner-with-new-balance/) - Oporto Sports client Cumbria Cricket has signed an official teamwear and equipment provider partnership with New Balance.EZ Teamsports Ltd are the official licensee of New Balance teamwear in the UK. As part of this supply agreement, EZ Teamsports Ltd will be able to supply a complete head-to-toe offering for players affiliated with Cumbria Cricket clubs,
- [Euell and Benali on Sky Sports EFL coverage](https://www.oportosports.com/euell-and-benali-on-sky-sports-efl-coverage/) - Oporto Sports clients Jason Euell and Franny Benali will be studio guests for this evening’s live EFL Championship match between Bristol City and Southampton, on Sky Sports from 7.30pm.Jason and Franny will be alongside presenter Eilidh Barbour for the pre-match, half-time and post-match analysis.Euell has had a foot in both camps, as first-team coach of
- [Clemence named L2 manager of the week](https://www.oportosports.com/clemence-named-l2-manager-of-the-week/) - Oporto Sports client and Gillingham head coach Stephen Clemence has been named as the EFL League 2 WhoScored.com Manager of the Week, following Gillingham’s superb 3-1 away win at Notts County last Friday evening.Gillingham are currently in 9th position in the League 2 table, just a point outside the play-off positions, with 16 games to
- [The Coaches’ Voice: Paul Hall](https://www.oportosports.com/the-coaches-voice-paul-hall/) - Oporto Sports client and QPR first-team coach Paul Hall was recently featured by The Coaches’ Voice for an exclusive clinic focusing on the key principles associated with playing a 3-4-3 formation, and how to develop a team’s ability to attack within that system.Paul was also interim head coach of the Jamaican national team and mentions
- [Trevor Steven live on talkSPORT International](https://www.oportosports.com/trevor-steven-live-on-talksport-international/) - Oporto Sports client Trevor Steven is on talkSPORT International duty tomorrow (Saturday), for live co-commentary of the Premier League game between his former club, Everton, and Tottenham Hotspur.Trevor is a regular for talkSPORT, as well as appearing in recent times on Sky Sports News, BBC Radio 5Live, BBC World Service radio and ITV Sport, for
- [Jason Euell on Sky Sports for Bristol City vs Leeds United](https://www.oportosports.com/jason-euell-on-sky-sports-for-bristol-city-vs-leeds-united/) - Oporto Sports client Jason Euell will be a Sky Sports studio guest for this evening’s live EFL Championship game between his former club, Bristol City, and Leeds United, on air from 7.30pm.Euell will be alongside presenter, David Prutton, and fellow studio guests Troy Deeney and Jermaine Beckford.Jason departed Ashton Gate in October, after nearly a
- [Michael Flynn set for BBC One FA Cup appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/michael-flynn-set-for-bbc-one-fa-cup-appearance/) - Oporto Sports PR client Michael Flynn will be a guest for BBC One’s live coverage of The FA Cup 4th round tie between Newport County and Manchester United, this Sunday, on air from 4pm.Michael will be pitchside for interviews with Kelly Somers, with studio coverage coming from presenter Gary Lineker and guests Alan Shearer and
- [County FAs join forces to deliver faith group engagement project](https://www.oportosports.com/county-fas-join-forces-to-deliver-faith-group-engagement-project/) - Oporto Sports clients London FA and Middlesex FA are collaborating to deliver a faith group engagement project, funded by FIFA.The programme will capture The FA’s vision to bring all part of the game closer together by engaging with maktabs and madrasahs (Islamic schools) in the region to support the development of the workforce to deliver
- [Paul Heckingbottom set for Sky Sports live appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/paul-heckingbottom-set-for-sky-sports-live-appearance/) - Oporto Sports PR client Paul Heckingbottom will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live EFL Championship coverage of Leeds United vs Preston North End on Sunday, on air from 11.30am on Main Event and Sky Football. Heckingbottom managed Leeds United in 2018, after a successful spell with Barnsley, where he won the League 1
- [Steve Cotterill guests on Sky Sports News](https://www.oportosports.com/steve-cotterill-guests-on-sky-sports-news/) - Oporto Sports client Steve Cotterill was a studio guest on Monday evening for Sky Sports News’ Transfer Show. Steve was alongside presenter, Julian Warren, and SSN’s Dharmesh Sheth and Mark McAdam, as the panel discussed the latest moves in the January transfer window, the challenges faced by Manchester United, and Steve’s own experiences of the
- [Darrell Clarke: LMA Award and NTT20 podcast](https://www.oportosports.com/darrell-clarke-lma-award-and-ntt20-podcast/) - Oporto Sports client Darrell Clarke guided his Cheltenham Town side to a 2-1 victory over League 1 leaders Portsmouth, claiming the LMA Performance of the Week Award in the process.Darrell was also featured on the Not The Top 20 podcast, interviewed by George Elek, speaking about how he and his staff have gone about changing
- [Ian Baraclough joins Cheltenham Town as assistant manager](https://www.oportosports.com/ian-baraclough-joins-cheltenham-town-as-assistant-manager/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have completed the agreement for our client Ian Baraclough to be confirmed as assistant manager of Cheltenham Town Football Club.Baraclough has joined the staff of fellow Oporto client Darrell Clarke ahead of the club’s home League 1 match against Carlisle United on Saturday, and has agreed a deal until the
- [Nigel Pearson set for Sky Sports appearance](https://www.oportosports.com/nigel-pearson-set-for-sky-sports-appearance/) - Oporto Sports client Nigel Pearson will be a studio guest for Sky Sports’ live coverage of his former club Leicester City’s local derby match away to Coventry City, on air from midday tomorrow (Saturday). Nigel will be alongside presenter David Prutton and guest Jobi McAnuff. Leicester City are currently top of the Championship, ten
- [West Riding FA embraces excellence at Football Black List awards](https://www.oportosports.com/west-riding-fa-embraces-excellence-at-football-black-list-awards/) - Oporto Sports client West Riding FA had the honour of participating in the prestigious Football Black List awards held in Leeds last month. The evening was a testament to the rich tapestry of talent and dedication within the football community, emphasising the importance of diversity and inclusion in the sport. West Riding FA proudly joined
- [Stephen Clemence speaks to The Guardian](https://www.oportosports.com/stephen-clemence-speaks-to-the-guardian/) - Oporto Sports client and Gillingham head coach, Stephen Clemence, spoke exclusively to The Guardian’s Ben Fisher, ahead of his side’s FA Cup third round home tie with Premier League Sheffield United tomorrow (Saturday). Clemence goes in to the game following back-to-back wins in League 2 over Sutton United and Colchester United, leaving the Gills a
- [<strong>Even Heskey Scored available in paperback</strong>](https://www.oportosports.com/even-heskey-scored-misses-out-on-top-award/) - Even Heskey Scored, the autobiography of former Leicester City, Liverpool and England forward Emile Heskey, co-authored by Oporto director Dean Eldredge is now available to buy in paperback format.The paperback version, released by Pitch Publishing, is available to pre-order and will be released on 16 January 2023.The book was shortlisted for Autobiography of the Year

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- [Dean Eldredge](https://www.oportosports.com/dean-eldredge/) - Dean Eldredge - I am an experienced FIFA-licenced football agent, representing a number of high-profile and talented managers and coaches.
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## Portfolios

- [Ed Brand](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/ed-brand/) - Oporto Sports and Deean Eldredge represents former Chelsea coach, Ed Brand.
- [Trevor Steven](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/trevor-steven/) - Oporto Sports has a working partnership with former Burnley, Everton, Glasgow Rangers, Marseille and England football international, Trevor Steven.
- [Francis Benali](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/francis-benali/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to work with Southampton legend and football pundit Francis Benali
- [Shaun Pearson](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/shaun-pearson/) - Oporto Sports represents football coach, Shaun Pearson.
- [Ian Baraclough](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/ian-baraclough/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Ian Baraclough.
- [Chris Hogg](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/chris-hogg/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Chris Hogg.
- [Darrell Clarke](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/darrell-clarke/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Darrell Clarke.
- [Mikey Harris](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/mikey-harris/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager, Mikey Harris.
- [Kevin Maher](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/kevin-maher/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for Kevin Maher.
- [Bruno Berner](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/bruno-berner/) - Oporto Sports is proud to work with football coach Bruno Berner - former Leicester City full-back.
- [Richie O'Donnell](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/richie-odonnell/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football coach, Richie O'Donnell.
- [Jon Brady](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/jon-brady/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Jon Brady.
- [Chris Powell MBE](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/chris-powell/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Chris Powell MBE.
- [Ryan Garry](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/ryan-garry/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Ryan Garry.
- [Jason Euell](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/jason-euell/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Jason Euell.
- [Andy Whing](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/andy-whing/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Andy Whing.
- [Chris Lock](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/chris-lock/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Chris Lock.
- [Michael Appleton](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/michael-appleton/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Michael Appleton.
- [Alex Revell](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/alex-revell/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football manager and coach, Alex Revell.
- [Mike Stowell](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/mike-stowell/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for football coach, Mike Stowell.
- [Stephen Clemence](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/stephen-clemence/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports represent football manager and head coach, Stephen Clemence.
- [Xisco Muñoz](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/xisco-munoz/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official UK agents for football manager and coach, Xisco Muñoz.
- [Paul Heckingbottom](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/paul-heckingbottom/) - Oporto Sports provides Paul Heckingbottom with publicity services; seeking suitable media opportunities for him, whilst helping to manage his profile.
- [Emile Heskey](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/emile-heskey/) - Oporto works closely with former England international striker Emile Heskey.
- [Matty Fryatt](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/matty-fryatt/) - Oporto Sports works with former Leicester City, Hull City and Nottingham Forest striker, Matty Fryatt, as his official publicists.
- [Andy King](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/andy-king/) - Oporto Sports works with Leicester City legend Andy King, helping to organise media appearances for the former Welsh international.
- [Paulo Sousa](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/paulo-sousa/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official UK media agents for football manager and coach, Paulo Sousa.
- [Nigel Pearson](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/nigel-pearson/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official agents for Nigel Pearson.
- [Derek Fazackerley](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/derek-fazackerley/) - Oporto works with Derek through a variety of design and PR consultancy services, including media management and opportunities.
- [Neil Back](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/neil-back/) - Oporto Sports works with Rugby World Cup winner and England and Leicester Tigers legend, Neil Back MBE.
- [Dean Hammond](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/dean-hammond/) - Oporto Sports have a working partnership with former Brighton & Hove Albion, Southampton and Leicester City midfielder, Dean Hammond.
- [Michael Morrison](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/michael-morrison/) - Oporto Sports is delighted to have a working partnership with Cambridge United defender, Michael Morrison.
- [Richie Wellens](https://www.oportosports.com/portfolio/richie-wellens/) - Dean Eldredge and Oporto Sports are the official publicists for Richie Wellens.

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- [Franny Benali](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/franny-benali/)
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- [Mikey Harris](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/mikey-harris/)
- [Richie O'Donnell](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/richie-odonnell/)
- [Shaun Pearson](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/shaun-pearson/)
- [Cheshire FA](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/cheshire-fa/)
- [David Flitcroft](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/david-flitcroft/)
- [Alex Revell](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/alex-revell/)
- [David Pleat](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/david-pleat/)
- [Worcestershire FA](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/worcestershire-fa/)
- [Westmorland FA](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/westmorland-fa/)
- [Andy Whing](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/andy-whing/)
- [Dave Rennie](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/dave-rennie/)
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- [David Dunn](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/david-dunn/)
- [Green Football](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/green-football/)
- [Neil Dewsnip](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/neil-dewsnip/)
- [Jon Brady](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/jon-brady/)
- [Richard O'Donnell](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/richard-odonnell/)
- [Surrey FA](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/surrey-fa/)
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- [Jersey Sport](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/jersey-sport/)
- [Chris Hogg](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/chris-hogg/)
- [Chris Lock](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/chris-lock/)
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- [Ed Brand](https://www.oportosports.com/tag/ed-brand/)

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