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Feb 2026
16m 47s

FOOTBALL DAILY: '1000% sure' Frank sacke...

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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Spurs finally decided to get rid of Thomas Frank whilst Manchester United's winning run is halted.

Tottenham sack Thomas Frank just 11 days before the North London derby, with Spurs 16th and winless in eight league games.

Robbie Keane emerges as a potential successor as Spurs begin the search for a new manager.

Newcastle ease the pressure on Eddie Howe with a rare away win, beating Spurs 2-1.

Manchester United rescued by a 96th-minute Benjamin Sesko equaliser at West Ham to extend their unbeaten run under Michael Carrick.

Chelsea throw away a two-goal lead against Leeds at Stamford Bridge, with Cole Palmer missing a late chance to win it.

Bournemouth come from behind to beat Everton, with Jake O’Brien sent off for the Toffees.

Full preview of tonight’s Premier League action, including Liverpool’s trip to Sunderland and Manchester City hosting Fulham.

Irish focus with Kevin Kilbane on Seamus Coleman’s Everton legacy and the latest from Outside The Box.

Hearts win a dramatic Edinburgh derby to go six points clear in the Scottish Premiership, while Celtic and Rangers continue their pursuit.

Roberto De Zerbi leaves Marseille by mutual consent after mounting pressure in Ligue 1.

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