Steve Bruce was effusive in his praise of his Blackpool side after they made it three league wins out of three since he took over by claiming a 2-0 victory at Huddersfield.Kyle Joseph and CJ Hamilton struck in the first half to secure the points.Bruce said: “You couldn’t have wished for two better performances back-to-back against teams who will be there or thereabouts.“We defe...Full Story »

Emiliano Buendia hailed a special night after scoring his first goal since March 2023 as Aston Villa reached the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a 2-1 win at Wycombe.Winger Buendia, who missed the whole of last season through injury, headed the opener before Jhon Duran tucked away a penalty to see off League One Wanderers, who hit a late consolation through Richard Kone.“It is a reall...Full Story »

Yeovil failed to score for the fourth successive Vanarama National League game as they secured a battling goalless draw away to Sutton.Sutton were seeking a third consecutive victory but clear chances were at a premium at the VBS Community Stadium.Glovers goalkeeper Oliver Wright produced a fine late save to prevent forward Will Davies heading the hosts ahead.Yeovil striker Frank Nouble went clo...Full Story »

Richie Wellens could not hide his disappointment after watching his Leyton Orient side draw 2-2 with Peterborough at Brisbane Road.The result gave Orient their first home league point of the season at the third attempt while Posh missed out on a third consecutive away league win.The visitors recovered after going behind to a stunning strike by full-back Tom James to take an interval lead through...Full Story »

Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be out for “a long, long time” and requires surgery, manager Pep Guardiola has said.The influential Spain international limped off during the first half of the champions’ draw with Arsenal in the Premier League at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.The 28-year-old is now in Barcelona undergoing assessment and a full prognosis is not yet available...Full Story »

Chris Maguire struck 10 minutes from time as Eastleigh claimed a 2-2 draw at home to Woking in the Vanarama National League.Eastleigh took the lead in the 18th minute thanks to Tyrese Shade, who collected the ball from Lloyd Humphries before thumping an effort across Will Jaaskelainen and into the far corner.Woking, though, struck either side of half-time, drawing level when Lewis Walker tapped ...Full Story »

Devante Rodney helped condemn former club Hartlepool to a third successive National League defeat as Rochdale left the north-east with a 3-0 victory.The home side were first to muster a meaningful attempt when Joe Grey’s shot was blocked before Nicky Featherstone sent the rebound just off target from 20 yards.Kairo Mitchell headed over from Tobi Adebayo-Rowling’s cross before Jake Bu...Full Story »

Emiliano Buendia scored his first goal since March 2023 and Jhon Duran grabbed his fifth of the season as Aston Villa reached the fourth round of the Carabao Cup after a 2-1 win at Wycombe.Winger Buendia, who missed the whole of last season through injury, headed the opener before Duran tucked away a late penalty to see off League One Wanderers, who hit a late consolation through Richard Kone.Vi...Full Story »

Danny Ward saved three penalties in a shoot-out to help Leicester avoid a Carabao Cup upset against Walsall at the Poundland Bescot Stadium.The Saddlers had won all six of their home matches this season and Premier League opposition did not phase them in the first period as they had the best chance through Charlie Lakin.Albert Adomah missed a great chance to put Walsall ahead on his 700th career...Full Story »

Braintree snapped a three-match losing run in the Vanarama National League as Inih Effiong’s last-gasp penalty helped them to a 1-0 win over Halifax.Despite going into the game with one win from 10 games and up against a Halifax side who were unbeaten in five, Braintree were the better side for much of the first half, with James Vennings denied when goalkeeper Sam Johnson tipped away.Venni...Full Story »