FA shortlisting candidates to replace departing Long

FA shortlisting candidates to replace departing Long

Written by

Simon Austin

March 30, 2026

The Football Association is compiling a shortlist of candidates for the new role of Head of Performance Analysis for Men’s Teams following the departure of Rhys Long after a decade’s service.

Long, who had been Head of Performance Analysis and Insight for the FA since January 2016, begins his new role as Technical Director for the Welsh Rugby Union this week.

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