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Former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is poised to take his first senior managerial position, reportedly agreeing terms with Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava. The move will see Toure lead a club preparing for the UEFA Champions League qualifying stages.

Martin O'Neill, at 74 years old, will continue as Celtic's manager following a successful 2025/26 season that saw the club secure a domestic league and cup double. His leadership has been pivotal in navigating a challenging campaign.

Nottingham Forest have submitted a £23 million offer for an undisclosed midfielder with Champions League experience as they continue their summer recruitment drive.

Fenerbahce has earned a place in the 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League Second Qualifying Round, following a competitive domestic campaign that saw them finish as Super Lig runners-up.

Hibernian FC has been confirmed as a seeded team for the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round draw, offering a more favourable initial path in their second consecutive European campaign.

Hearts cling to a slender lead in the Scottish Premiership, but European dreams diverge wildly: Rangers could waltz into Champions League group stage glory, while leaders face qualifiers. Post-split fireworks loom.

FSV Mainz 05 host Racing Strasbourg in a pulsating UEFA Conference League quarter-final first leg, pitting Bundesliga grit against Ligue 1 flair. With Mainz chasing European glory for the first time and Strasbourg unbeaten in 10, this cross-border clash promises fireworks.

Germany sits third in UEFA's coefficient race with Bayern, Freiburg, and Mainz still competing in European competitions. A pivotal clash against Real Madrid could determine whether the Bundesliga secures a fifth Champions League berth for 2026/27.