Tierney creates new streamlined WRU executive team

Abi Tierney has announced a new, streamlined, executive team structure at the Welsh Rugby Union, as she kicks-off her second year as CEO. The new executive leadership team consists of five roles, where previously there were up to nine individuals, and will include a new Chief Growth Officer, a Chief Operating Officer, the Chief People […]

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Manuel Akanji believes Manchester City can still ‘beat every team in Europe’

  • Akanji: ‘No team wants to face us’ in Champions League
  • City will play Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in playoffs

Manuel Akanji is convinced Manchester City can rediscover their best levels to go far in the Champions League and has warned Real Madrid and Bayern Munich they can “beat every team in Europe”.

City advanced to the playoff round with Wednesday’s 3-1 home win over Club Brugge and will face Real or Bayern, with the first leg set for the Etihad Stadium the week after next. The away tie is the week after.

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