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Germany's World Cup ComebackGermany are desperate for a successful World Cup after two spectacular failures – they were knocked out in the group stages in 2018 and 2022. They certainly look improved under coach Julian Nagelsmann, who took over in September 2023 and has restored some national pride. Germany eased through their World Cup qualification group with five wins from six matches.The Squad: Youth Meets ExperienceThe squad blends the youthful brilliance of Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz with the experience of Joshua Kimmich, Antonio Rudiger and veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who surprised many by coming out of international retirement for the tournament. However, whether the team as a whole is talented enough to pose a serious threat to the favourites and whether all the pieces really fit together under the pressure of a tournament remain to be seen.Group Stage ChallengesIn 2018, Germany crashed out after losing to South Korea. In 2022, they were defeated by Japan en route to being eliminated on goal difference. Nagelsmann has restored some national pride, and Germany looked decent as the host nation at Euro 2024 and were perhaps unlucky to lose to Spain in the quarterfinals. The mood around the squad seems optimistic, and they will expect to go deep in the tournament.Key Players to WatchAt the heart of Germany's ambitions are gifted young attackers in Musiala, Wirtz and Lennart Karl. Musiala, 23, was the standout performer at Euro 2024 and gives the team an individual spark of genius. However, he suffered a horrific injury in July, breaking his leg and dislocating an ankle. Wirtz, meanwhile, has endured a difficult season after his big money move to Liverpool but seems to have found his feet in the Premier League. Karl is another exciting prospect who became Bayern's youngest scorer in the UEFA Champions League and third youngest in the Bundesliga.Neuer's Shock ReturnThe 40-year-old goalkeeper was a surprise inclusion in Nagelsmann's 26-man World Cup squad. Neuer retired from international play after Euro 2024, but the Bayern keeper is now set to make his fifth World Cup appearance with Nagelsmann saying he is the first choice ahead of Oliver Baumann and Alexander Nubel. "Everyone knows the aura and quality Manu has, what he brings to a team," Nagelsmann said as he announced the squad.Questions for NagelsmannSeveral players look nailed on to start – think Leon Goretzka alongside Aleksandar Pavlovic as a double pivot in midfield and Kimmich at right back. But other positions are less settled, not least up front, where Germany lack a world-class out-and-out striker. Niclas Fullkrug is a traditional number nine but did not make the cut after a terrible season in front of goal for AC Milan. Newcastle's Nick Woltemade did make the squad despite a mixed season for his club. Kai Havertz can be used as a false nine, but it is not his most natural position.Group Stage OutlookNo disrespect to the other teams, but Germany will likely have breathed a sigh of relief when the draw for Group E was made. On paper, they will expect to progress comfortably. They open their campaign on June 14 against Curacao, the smallest nation ever to reach a World Cup. Their second game on June 20 against Ivory Coast should provide a stiffer test as the Ivorians, who are returning to the World Cup for the first time in 12 years, are a dangerous side. The final group game is on June 25 against Ecuador, who finished second in qualifying ahead of Brazil, Colombia and Uruguay.Germany's World Cup SquadGoalkeepers: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich), Oliver Baumann (Hoffenheim), Alexander Nubel (Stuttgart)Defenders: Joshua Kimmich (captain, Bayern Munich), Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund), David Raum (RB Leipzig), Jonathan Tah (Bayern Munich), Waldemar Anton (Borussia Dortmund), Antonio Rudiger (Real Madrid), Nathaniel Brown (Eintracht Frankfurt), Malick Thiaw (Newcastle United)Midfielders: Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich), Florian Wirtz (Liverpool), Lennart Karl (Bayern Munich), Angelo Stiller (Stuttgart), Aleksandar Pavlovic (Bayern Munich), Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich), Leroy Sane (Galatasaray), Felix Nmecha (Borussia Dortmund), Nadiem Amiri (Mainz), Pascal Gross (Brighton and Hove Albion)Forwards: Kai Havertz (Arsenal), Deniz Undav (Stuttgart), Jamie Leweling (Stuttgart), Nick Woltemade (Newcastle United), Maximilian Beier (Borussia Dortmund)

The Lead: Iran's Internet Partially Restored Tehran, Iran – Authorities in Iran have reinstated some internet access three months after taking the country offline at the start of the war with the United States and Israel, but restrictions remain in place for most people. The Iranian government said last week that it had started a process to bring internet access back to a pre-war level, which was already very restricted as Iran was at the time still coming off an earlier 20-day shutdown imposed during deadly nationwide protests in January. The World's Longest Internet Blackout Last week's move ended more than 2,000 hours of near-total internet shutdown in the country of 90 million people, the longest-ever nationwide blackout in the world. But according to numerous user reports, local media accounts and expert analysis, Iranians' free access to the global internet is far from restored. Restricted Access and Blocked Services Access to millions of web pages remains blocked by the state, and almost all global services and apps such as YouTube, Instagram, Telegram, WhatsApp, Facebook and Waze are closed off and are not under consideration for reinstatement. Mobile, wireless and landline connections are slow and patchy, to varying degrees, while many local applications and services regularly malfunction or fail to load. The Black Market for Internet Access Most people are forced into a black market for access to the internet, which has proven lucrative for those selling virtual private networks (VPNs) or other circumvention methods, often through affiliations with the state. Those connections have now become cheaper after the authorities restored some internet bandwidth, but demand for VPNs has skyrocketed, and people remain exposed to scammers and malware while navigating the market. The Architecture of Filtering Meanwhile, even after the partial reopening, Iranian authorities continue to impose several complex layers of restrictions that have effectively turned full internet access into a privilege that very few people authorised by the state can enjoy. Many data centres have yet to be fully brought back online, and some internet protocols like IPv6 and HTTP/3 are blocked, while others like UDP are actively disrupted by the authorities, local media reported. Political Conflict Over Internet Policy That has prompted more criticism against Iran's relatively moderate President Masoud Pezeshkian, who campaigned against hardliners, in part, on reopening the internet. The Sazandegi reformist newspaper criticised the government over the "belated opening" in an op-ed on Saturday while the state-linked KhabarOnline news site wrote that the "Internet's technical infrastructure is the victim of the new architecture of filtering". The Tiered-Access Internet System Authorities have also failed to elaborate on what exactly they plan to do with the tiered-access internet system that they began expanding during the war. As part of the system, Iranians get varying degrees of access – or no access at all – to the global internet based on their profession and other classifications made by the state. To implement the scheme, a so-called "Internet Pro" scheme was introduced, which offers slightly less restricted access for about three times the price of a regular, more restricted internet package. Frustration and Limited Normalcy Still, more people have been able to get back on social media, where they have posted more videos from the war, including one that showed a new view as dozens of missiles rained down on the headquarters of Iran's supreme leader in downtown Tehran on February 28. Others are sharing war experiences, including where they were and how they felt when the first bombs hit the capital. But that hasn't alleviated the frustrations for many. "What we have right now is not the internet," said a Tehran resident, who spoke to Al Jazeera on condition of anonymity. "It's a return to the previous half-closed condition that is now being sold as an achievement."

The Shift from Exit Point to DestinationFor decades, the museum gift shop was a secondary consideration—a place to buy a postcard before leaving. However, a significant strategic pivot is underway. Museums are now treating their retail spaces as primary destinations, curating lifestyle collections that rival high-street fashion stores. This shift aims to boost revenue and deepen the connection between the institution and the public, effectively turning the 'exit through the gift shop' into an 'entry point' for shopping.Curated Lifestyle MerchandisingThe core of this transformation is the move away from literal reproductions of artwork toward thematic, lifestyle products. Curators are developing collections that interpret exhibitions through fashion and homeware rather than just posters.National Portrait Gallery (NPG): For the upcoming Marilyn Monroe exhibition, the shop features cat-eye sunglasses, a signature red lipstick, and baseball caps with Monroe’s scrawl.Tate Modern: To mark Tracey Emin’s exhibition, the shop offers cat feeding bowls and cat-shaped hair clips.V&A; Dundee: For the catwalk exhibition, the merch includes bottles of hairspray and gold scissors.Design Museum: The Wes Anderson archival exhibition features Earl Grey teabags in pink patisserie boxes and 'Asteroid City' alien logo T-shirts.The Financial Power of Pop CultureThis merchandising strategy is proving to be a lucrative revenue stream. Merchandise is no longer a 'nice add-on' but a primary expectation for visitors. The V&A; reported that merchandise from its Taylor Swift exhibition generated £1.1m in just seven weeks, a record high for the institution.The product range is diverse, catering to different budgets. Items range from £3 magnets to high-end pieces like a £380 'Rave culture' vase, ensuring accessibility while offering luxury items for collectors.Cultural Capital and the 'Walking Gallery'Analysts suggest this trend is driven by the concept of 'cultural capital.' Bridget Dalton describes this as a 'triple whammy' where consumers buy products that represent their interests and support a national institution. It allows individuals to express their intellectualism and cultural engagement through fashion.This approach resonates strongly with Gen Z, who document their museum visits and purchases on TikTok as 'museum hauls.' For this demographic, seeing these products on social media often drives ticket sales, creating a feedback loop between social media trends and physical attendance.The Future of Institutional RetailAs museums continue to blur the lines between cultural institutions and retailers, we can expect to see more collaborations with independent makers and up-and-coming designers. The goal is to create a 'grown-up' form of fandom where visitors can wear their interests, effectively becoming a 'walking gallery' that demonstrates their knowledge and cultural engagement.

The Rise of Nigeria's Digital Herbal Marketplace In Abuja, Nigeria, Oke Bola thought a fertility supplement she found online might help her conceive. Instead, within days of taking it, she struggled to breathe. Her experience reflects a growing online trade in unverified herbal remedies promoted across social media platforms. Bola, who is in her early 40s and has never had children, bought the supplement earlier this year and increased the recommended dosage, hoping for quicker results after hearing about it from friends and family. "I recognised the symptoms of asthma; the wheezing sound at night was familiar," she told Al Jazeera. "When I checked online, I realised it could be from the herbal medication." Her experience is not isolated. Across Nigeria, doctors and pharmacists report a surge in social media-driven self-medication, particularly involving unverified herbal products. This trend is worsening health outcomes, delaying treatment, and adding pressure to an already strained healthcare system serving about 230 million people. Nigeria's young, hyperconnected population increasingly uses digital platforms for health information and advice. But that access has also created what Dr Isaac Kolawole and Dr Fidelis describe as an "algorithmic apothecary" – an unregulated online marketplace where influencers and anonymous sellers promote remedies directly to consumers with little or no scientific backing. Health Impacts of Unverified Herbal Remedies Within this ecosystem, herbal remedies, long part of Nigeria's medical and cultural landscape, are increasingly repackaged as miracle cures, sometimes with dangerous consequences. Doctors report more patients arriving at hospitals only when their conditions have significantly worsened, often after prolonged use of unverified treatments. A consultant nephrologist at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Dr Yemi Raji, said herbal medicine continues to play a role in kidney disease cases in Nigeria. "When you take herbal medication, you are taking both the good and the bad," he said. "Patients often arrive late, when treatment is more difficult and expensive." Dialysis alone can cost between 50,000 and 100,000 naira ($36-72) per session, several times a week. Studies link herbal use to kidney and liver disease cases across Africa, including findings that about 46 percent of liver disease admissions in one Nigerian hospital involved herbs or roots. A 2022 study found that 76.65 percent of participants had used herbal medicine, with more than a third combining herbal and conventional treatments while 82.44 percent did not inform their doctors. The Algorithmic Amplification Effect On a smartphone screen, relief is just a click away: fertility tonics, eye drops promising restored vision, syrups claiming to "flush out" disease. The advertisements are polished, persuasive and constant, woven into TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and X feeds. "The platforms themselves amplify this effect," said Dr Egemba Chinonso Fidelis, a public health advocate known online as Aproko Doctor. "Their algorithms reward engaging content and push it to wider audiences." Even users who try to avoid such content often encounter it repeatedly, shaped by emotional storytelling, music and urgency-driven messaging. A 2025 Nigeria-based study on Jinja Herbal Mixture found it appeared safe for short-term use within tested dosage ranges, but researchers recorded biochemical changes at higher doses, including altered creatinine and sodium levels in test subjects, signs of possible kidney and liver stress. The study called for further research into long-term effects and interactions with conventional medicines. Regulatory Challenges in the Digital Age The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it is working to track unregistered manufacturers, but enforcement remains difficult, especially online. "With the sheer volume of products online, enforcement has limited reach," said Isaac Kolawole, the southwest zonal director of NAFDAC. Many sellers use fake or incomplete addresses, making them difficult to trace. NAFDAC requires strict registration, testing and approval before herbal products can be sold or advertised, but regulation has not kept pace with online commerce. Fidelis argued that stronger regulation alone is not enough. "If there are no consequences for lying about healthcare online, people will keep doing it," he said. He noted that scammers have even used AI-generated versions of his image to promote fake products. "Real medicine does not promise to cure everything, and it does not rely on countdowns," he added. "Scammers do." Path Forward for Safer Digital Health As Nigeria's digital economy expands, the intersection of technology and healthcare will only grow more complex. Fidelis stressed that access to affordable healthcare must improve, public trust must be rebuilt, and digital platforms must take responsibility for the health content they amplify. Pharmacist Akinade Akinlolu noted that while conditions like diabetes and hypertension can be managed, online claims often suggest cures. "Economic pressure is also pushing people towards cheaper or 'miracle' alternatives," he added. "Without stronger safeguards," Fidelis warned, "the algorithmic apothecary will continue to grow and put more people at risk." The challenge for Nigeria's healthcare system is to harness the power of digital platforms while ensuring they promote evidence-based care rather than potentially harmful alternatives.

The LeadParis Saint-Germain's second consecutive Champions League victory was marred by violent celebrations as police arrested more than 130 people and deployed thousands of officers to control crowds across the city. The celebrations turned tense with skirmishes between PSG fans and law enforcement, resulting in damaged property and the use of teargas.The Championship Celebration Turns ChaoticMore than 40,000 fans gathered at PSG's Parc de Princes stadium in western Paris to watch the club win its second consecutive title on penalties at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on giant screens. The atmosphere quickly escalated as some PSG fans aimed fireworks at police officers, while others were seen wearing provocative T-shirts and setting fire to Lime Bikes on city streets. Smoke rose from several areas during the clashes as police responded with riot gear and teargas.Security Response and ArrestsBy 11pm local time, police had made more than 130 arrests, with six vehicles and two storefronts damaged during the disturbances. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez emphasized that authorities had a "very robust, very solid system in place" to curb violence. A police spokesperson stated their responsibility was "to guarantee everyone a festive celebration that is calm and fully secure." France had deployed 22,000 police to maintain order in the capital for the event.A Pattern of Post-ViolenceThis year's celebrations follow a concerning pattern from 2025 when PSG won the Champions League for the first time by beating Inter Milan. That victory resulted in two deaths and close to 200 injuries. Despite increased security measures, the celebrations once again turned violent, raising questions about how the city manages large-scale sporting events and fan celebrations.The Future of PSG CelebrationsAs PSG continues its dominance in European football, authorities will face increasing pressure to find better solutions for managing victory celebrations. The Champs-Élysées boulevard, which was partially cordoned off, saw an estimated 20,000 peaceful supporters, suggesting that while violence occurred, it was not representative of all fans. Future celebrations may require even more sophisticated crowd management strategies to prevent both property damage and potential injuries.

Internet Blackout Flickers Back: The Human Toll After 88 DaysAt about 5 pm on Tuesday, the first wave of messages, images and poems broke through Iran’s near‑total internet blackout that began on 8 January. While many celebrated the return of any connection, the tone was dominated by scepticism, anxiety and grief.Partial Restoration Triggers Mixed Reactions Across IranFirst‑hand accounts illustrate the emotional split:Ellie, 42, an artist from Tehran, described lighting a cigarette, playing SoundCloud and crying, calling the glimpse of connectivity “a small taste of a much greater freedom.”Maryam, a photographer, called the celebrations “nauseating” and warned that the internet is a basic right, not a regime achievement.Mina, 23, a recently arrested protester, warned that the limited return could be a prelude to expanded surveillance, dubbing it “filternet.”Other voices, from students posting “Hello, fellow prisoners” to diaspora activists monitoring loved‑ones, echoed a blend of relief and dread.Scale of Disruption: Numbers Behind the BlackoutDuration: 88 days of near‑total outage.Start date: 8 January – imposed to crush nationwide anti‑government protests.Partial lifts: Gradual restoration in February, a second blackout after late‑February US/Israeli strikes, and the latest limited connectivity on 30 May 2026.Access cost: VPNs became “rocketing” in price, leaving most citizens in digital isolation.Why the Partial Return Deepens Political and Social StrainThe limited connectivity does not signal a liberalisation of digital rights. Instead, it reveals a strategic use of the internet as a tool of control:Regime supporters applauded the government, framing the partial lift as a victory.Iranians on the ground reported that essential services—mobile internet, WhatsApp—remain largely unusable, hampering work and communication.The national security council’s recent approval of “Internet Pro”—a restricted, sector‑specific service—suggests a move toward monitored, commercial‑grade connectivity rather than open access.Diaspora observers noted heightened anxiety over possible surveillance, with many fearing that the restored channels will be used to track dissent.What the Next Phase of “Internet Pro” Could Mean for IraniansAnalysts warn that the rollout of Internet Pro may cement a two‑tiered digital landscape: a limited, state‑approved network for businesses and a heavily throttled, surveilled channel for the general public. If the regime expands this model, the following outcomes are plausible:Increased reliance on costly VPNs and satellite links for uncensored communication.Further erosion of trust in online platforms, driving more citizens to offline or encrypted alternatives.Potential escalation of international pressure as human‑rights groups highlight the disparity between “partial restoration” and genuine freedom of expression.For now, the flicker of connectivity serves as a stark reminder that “what truly came back online is our misery, not freedom.”

The Lead: Graduation Celebration Amidst Economic DespairAt Bethlehem University, the sound of drums and whistles fills the air as final-year students celebrate their graduation. Families gather with flowers and phones, but beneath the festivities, a quiet dread prevails among graduates facing a collapsed job market.The Event Details: Education as a Broken PromiseFor decades, education has been one of the few paths Palestinians could rely on for stability and social mobility despite occupation and political instability. Now, many young graduates say that promise is collapsing.Siwar Abu Kamal, 21, a business student, reflects: "The older you get, the more reality shocks you." Her classmate Christy Abu Mahour, 21, adds: "We don't get the same options as everyone else."Reaching graduation takes more than academic perseverance. Students face military raids, road closures, unpredictable commutes, and classes moving online with each political escalation. Many have also worked to fund their degrees as financial pressure at home mounted.The Data Analysis: Unemployment Crisis in NumbersNearly 40 percent of young Palestinians in the occupied West Bank holding at least a diploma are unemployed, according to figures cited by the Palestine Economic Policy Research Institute (MAS).Overall unemployment has more than doubled since October 2023, peaking at 35.2 percent in early 2024 and sitting at 27.5 percent by the end of 2025. Israel's indefinite freeze of work permits for 115,000 Palestinians from the West Bank who worked in Israel has compounded the crisis.In the Bethlehem governorate alone, about 1,080 people holding at least a master's degree have left in the past three years, according to former mayor Maher Canawati.The Impact Analysis: Economy That Cannot Absorb TalentEvery year, Palestinian universities produce tens of thousands of graduates, but the economy has not been growing to meet them. Salsabyl Salama, 25, graduated in 2023 with a degree in physiotherapy but now works at a supermarket checkout. "It's not what I dreamed of," she says, "but it allows me to depend on myself."The public sector, once seen as a stable path, has become increasingly unreliable. Since 2021, the Palestinian Authority has struggled to pay salaries as Israel withholds Palestinian tax revenues. By mid-2025, public sector workers had accumulated billions of dollars in unpaid wages, according to the World Bank.Decades of dependence on jobs in Israel left the Palestinian economy too weak to absorb graduates locally, effectively turning Palestinian workers into "political hostages," tying their livelihoods to volatile Israeli security considerations rather than sustainable domestic growth.The Prediction: Exodus of Talent and ResilienceThe crisis is driving a growing number of Palestinians to leave the country altogether. "All of the brains are leaving," says Canawati. "Getting immigration papers and leaving Palestine without those who can actually build the economy, build the country."For those who stay, leaving their field entirely is sometimes the only option. Salama has enrolled in a pastry chef course alongside her job at a grocery store, an attempt to rebuild some sense of direction. "I was beginning to lose hope, but hope came back to me," she says.Despite the challenges, graduates maintain resilience. "There is happiness here," says Abu Kamal over the sound of drums and cheering. "We hold on to hope because people deserve happiness."

The Renaissance of Inglewood: A City on the Global Stage Inglewood, California, is undergoing a metamorphosis that is redefining its identity from a struggling urban center to a premier global sports destination. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Super Bowl returning to the region, and the 2028 Olympics on the horizon, the city is leveraging billions in investment to position itself as Los Angeles's primary sports hub. However, this rapid transformation is creating a complex narrative of progress and displacement, pitting the glitz of international events against the daily realities of its nearly 103,000 residents. Building the Sports Capital of the Future The centerpiece of this renaissance is the construction of world-class infrastructure, most notably SoFi Stadium, home to the NFL's Rams and Chargers, and the adjacent Intuit Dome. These venues, alongside the remodeled Kia Forum, have turned the city into a focal point for global entertainment. The development extends beyond the stadiums; major streets are being freshly paved, digital billboards are lining the corridors, and the surrounding area—formerly known as Hollywood Park—is being redeveloped into a massive entertainment complex. This physical overhaul is designed to accommodate the influx of international visitors and high-profile events that will soon define the city's calendar. Billions in Investment and a Population Under Pressure The economic scale of this transformation is staggering, with billions of dollars flowing into infrastructure, entertainment development, and commercial real estate. While the city markets itself as the future of sports, the data reveals a stark contrast between the booming venues and the local commercial landscape. Despite the investment, vacant storefronts still punctuate commercial corridors, and essential community assets, such as a closed public school, remain shuttered. This disparity highlights a critical challenge: the rapid pace of development is outstripping the ability of the local economy to absorb the changes, creating a tension between high-profile capital projects and the maintenance of existing community infrastructure. The "Old vs. New" Divide: Gentrification and Displacement The impact of this boom is creating a palpable divide between the "Old Inglewood" and the "New Inglewood." While business owners like Christian Martin of Fiesta Martin Mexican Grill embrace the growth and expansion, long-term residents like Melisa Arnold and Tyler Fister express deep concerns about gentrification. Residents report dealing with the staccato beat of jackhammers, constant street closures, and traffic congestion that makes daily life difficult. The sentiment among some working-class residents is that they are being "walked over" by the development, unable to afford the luxury of attending the very events they helped build. This raises the fundamental question of whether the economic windfall will be equitably distributed or if it will lead to the displacement of the community that calls the city home. Will the Boom Translate to Local Prosperity? The future of Inglewood hinges on the sustainability of this development model. While the short-term economic boost from hosting global events is undeniable, the long-term success depends on the city's ability to integrate the local population into the new economy. Without equitable revenue sharing, affordable housing policies, and community investment, the city risks creating a legacy of prosperity for a select few while leaving the original inhabitants behind. The coming years will determine if Inglewood can successfully transition from a construction site to a thriving, inclusive community that benefits from its status as a world-class sports capital.

Liverpool FC announced on 30 May 2026 that head coach Arne Slot has been dismissed with immediate effect, merely a year after delivering a Premier League title.Why Liverpool ended Slot’s tenure despite a titleThe club said an end‑of‑season review highlighted a “difficult season” that culminated in a fifth‑place league finish. Fan frustration peaked after a 1‑1 draw with Chelsea, where supporters booed the team, and a further 1‑1 draw with Brentford left the season without a celebratory pitch ceremony. The statement praised Slot’s work ethic and his handling of the tragic loss of Diogo Jota, but concluded that a change of direction was necessary to keep the club moving forward.Financial implications of the coaching changeDetails of any severance package were not disclosed, but Liverpool’s ownership confirmed the decision was “difficult” and not taken lightly. The abrupt departure could affect commercial negotiations tied to the coach’s brand, while the club may incur costs associated with recruiting a new manager and potential contract payouts to existing staff.What the sacking means for Liverpool’s competitive outlookLoss of continuity after a title‑winning campaign.Potential short‑term instability in the squad as players adjust to a new tactical philosophy.Increased pressure on the board to appoint a manager who can restore confidence and challenge for European places.Supporters and analysts view the move as a signal that the club will not settle for anything less than a top‑four finish, even at the expense of recent success.Potential paths forward and next managerial candidatesAmong the frontrunners is Andoni Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth at the end of the season. Other names being whispered include experienced Premier League figures and promising foreign coaches, though the club has emphasized the need for a “different approach” rather than a simple like‑for‑like replacement.