West Ham Choose New Head Coach
Scott Parker is the new head coach of West Ham United. He signs a contract for two and a half years. He replaces Nuno Espirito Santo. Parker works with old friend Mark Noble. His first match is against Cardiff City on Wednesday.
West Ham United has a new head coach. His name is Scott Parker. He is 46 years old. He signs a contract for two and a half years. He works as a manager now. He is a former midfielder for West Ham. He knows the fans very well. The fans love him.
The old manager is Nuno Espirito Santo. The club removes Nuno on Tuesday. The team loses two games at home. They lose to Southampton and West Bromwich Albion. Now the team is in eighth place in the Championship. They want to go to the Premier League. Leaders Middlesbrough have six more points.
Scott Parker starts his new job today. His first game is on Wednesday. The team travels to Cardiff City. Three coaches help Parker. Their names are Steve Potts, Gerard Prenderville, and Billy Lepine. Mark Noble works as sporting director. He works with Parker too.
Parker feels very happy today. He says the club is special. He wins promotion three times with other teams. He wins with Fulham, Bournemouth, and Burnley. He wants to win again with West Ham. The team has good players like Jarrod Bowen, Tomas Soucek, and Konstantinos Mavropanos. The club spends money for new players too. They buy Arne Engels for 22 million pounds.
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How old is Scott Parker?
Present Simple for Facts
Use present simple to state facts, age, or permanent job details.
“He is 46 years old.”
What to know · A1
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Scenario: Talking about sports updates
- 01“His name is Scott Parker.”
- 02“The team is in eighth place.”
- 03“His first game is on Wednesday.”
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🔑Key Phrases
Useful phrase for talking about sports leaders.
The team needs a new head coach.
Describes league position.
They are in eighth place in the Championship.
Describes team movement for a game.
The squad travels to Cardiff City today.
💬Discussion Questions
Open-ended questions to talk or write about — alone, with a partner, or in class.
- 1
Do you like football?
Personal - 2
Is it good to change managers?
Opinion - 3
What sports do you play?
Personal - 4
Do you watch sports on TV?
Personal - 5
Will Scott Parker win games?
Predict - 6
Which football team is the best?
Opinion - 7
Is football better than basketball?
Compare - 8
Do fans help a sports team?
Evaluate
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