The Full Time Report — Ep.31: Iraola Done Deal, Milner's Record, Southampton Spygate, and the World Cup Countdown
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June 3, 2026 · 8:12 AM
The Full Time Report — Ep.31: Iraola Done Deal, Milner's Record, Southampton Spygate, and the World Cup Countdown
Andoni Iraola officially agrees to become Liverpool's new head coach. James Milner hangs up his boots with 658 Premier League appearances — an all-time record. Southampton get expelled from the Championship play-offs over Spygate. Plus a busy transfer desk and eight days to World Cup.
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