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Eddie Howe reportedly turns down Lens amid Man Utd and Fulham links
Eddie Howe has reportedly turned down an approach from Lens, with our former manager said to be waiting for the right job as speculation over his next move continues.
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Lens coverage at a glance
Across 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-15 (UTC), Kickjolly collected 20 reports tagged with Lens: 0 official-source updates, 18 publisher reports and 2 rumours. These count reports, not distinct events or verified claims.
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Reported
Suarez scores again as Sporting beat Lens
Luis Suarez scores for an eighth consecutive match as he helps Sporting beat Lens 2-0 in France, as the Portuguese side make it two wins from two in this season's Champions League.
Reported
Former Newcastle man rejects Champions League move as reunion suggested
Eddie Howe’s Next Move: Lens Rebuff, Premier League Pressure and Why Newcastle Still Looms Large Eddie Howe is out of work, by choice, and that usually changes the way people talk about a manager. The assumption is that if he
Reported
Eddie Howe turned down Champions League club approach
Eddie Howe has already turned down the chance to return to management, with the former Newcastle United boss rejecting an approach from French side Lens last month. The 48-year-old has been out of work since leaving St James’ Park at
Reported
Forward on loan from Benfica avoids future talk: “We’ll see…”
Franjo Ivanovic is happy with his experience at Lens, the club he joined on loan from Benfica following the arrival of Jhon Durán, who became an alternative to Vangelis Pavlidis...
Reported
Eddie Howe turns down return to football after Newcastle United exit
Eddie Howe Weighs Next Move After Rejecting Lens as Former Newcastle Boss Waits for Right Project Eddie Howe is ready to return to management, but the clearest message emerging around his situation is that he will do so strictly on
Reported
Sporting lead Lens; Sabah denied by the offside flag
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T17:28:26ZThere's five minutes of normal time left in these two early kick offs but we don't want either of them to end - they've been thrilling!2026-10-13T17:27:21ZCHANCE!How haven't Slavia scored there?!...
Reported
Sporting lead Lens; Sabah denied first UCL goal by the offside flag
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T17:31:35ZLens have looked dangerous in the first half but it's Sporting who are pushing for another goal here. The Portuguese side are pressing with intent and it's Catamo's trickery down...
Reported
Big hitters back in UCL action; Sabah make history; Sporting top
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T19:03:11ZKICK OFF!We're underway in all of tonight's remaining seven matches2026-10-13T19:00:23ZThe atmosphere in Madrid is hotting up as Atleti do battle with Manchester United2026-10-13T18:40:08ZFULL TIME!Lens 0-2 SportingSabah 2-0 Slavia PragueWhat a...
Reported
Champions League returns with Man Utd, Barcelona and Arsenal in action
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T16:44:19ZWe found one!2026-10-13T16:42:48ZUnfortunately we're struggling to find a good image of the Lens tifo, but take our word for it - it looks amazing. They're properly up for it tonight!2026-10-13T16:40:20ZThe...
Reported
Goalless as Lens host Sporting and Sabah look for first UCL win
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T17:08:14ZWe've had 20 minutes in both these matches and I really don't think a goal is too far away. Lens look dangerous, as do Sabah. 2026-10-13T17:07:35ZJamaica international Parris was the man...
Reported
Lens host Sporting; Sabah look for first ever UCL win
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T16:51:17ZThree minutes gone at Stade Bollaert-Delelis and despite the insane atmosphere, there's been no chances to speak of just yet.2026-10-13T16:48:45ZOfffffffff. Almost a chance early on in Azerbaijan. Sabah goalkeeper Pokatilov takes...
Reported
Sporting lead Lens; Sabah make history with first UCL goal
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T17:56:16ZGOAL! Sabah 1-0 Slavia Prague!And this one should count! Parris is the goalscorer for the second time this evening with the Jamaica international finishing brilliantly from the edge of the...
Reported
Sporting lead Lens; Sabah denied first UCL goal by offside flag
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T17:52:18ZAnd we're back underway for the second half of these early matches!2026-10-13T17:49:55ZHarry Kane starts for Bayern in Norway ...2026-10-13T17:48:38ZArsenal's side is in as well ...2026-10-13T17:47:02ZMan Utd have named their side...
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Sabah set to make UCL history; Sporting extend lead at Lens
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T18:40:08ZFULL TIME!Lens 0-2 SportingSabah 2-0 Slavia PragueWhat a result that is for Sabah, who enjoy a night of firsts in the Champions League. Huge result for Sporting too as they...
Reported
Sporting extend lead; Sabah make history with first UCL goal
LIVE NEXT 2026-10-13T18:22:00Z GOAL! Lens 0-2 SportingThe visitors to double their lead as Anderson releases Doumbia with a great defence-splitting pass, allowing the forward to drive through the middle and slot past an...
Rumour
'Interesting option': Arsenal eyeing move for £51m star, who made France debut last month
According to Caught Offside, Arsenal are closely monitoring Inter Milan star Andy Diouf amid his impressive progress for club and country this year. The Frenchman signed for the Nerazzurri from Lens in August last year and made 29 appearances in
Reported
Thauvin leads Ligue one team of the week as Brest shine
According to L'Équipe, Thauvin headlines the Ligue one team of the week for matchday six after supplying two assists in Lens's 2-1 win over Lyon. Brest's 5-1 rout of Angers...
Reported
🚨⚠️ Loïs Openda was forced off in the 60th minute against Lens. The striker left the pitch in tears and had to be carried off by members of Lyon’s staff. https://t.co/NAvm4VkxUl
Reported
Ligue 1 Predictions | Round 6: Lyon visit Lens as Marseille face must-win game against Troyes
Ligue 1 Predictions, Round 6GFFN editor-in-chief Luke Entwistle, and sub-editor Bastien Cheval face off in our Ligue 1 predictions competition, which returns for the 2026/27 campaign. This season, GFFN will also be hosting guests. It’s three points for a...
Reported
How USWNT coach Emma Hayes is rebuilding U.S. Soccer's women's program through female lens ahead of World Cup
The head coach led the second annual herLENS conference at the USSF's national training center and expanded on her big-picture views