Russell Martin hails ‘excellent’ Tyler Dibling after Southampton held by Ipswich
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Manager Russell Martin said he would “pay a lot of money” to watch 18-year-old winger Tyler Dibling play football after being left “angry” by Southampton’s failure to kill off Ipswich.Saints looked destined for a first Premier League win of the season following a maiden career goal from impressive homegrown talent Dibling.But their fellow promoted side snatched a 1-...Full Story »
Mat Sadler hails Walsall’s discipline after win at Salford
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Walsall manager Mat Sadler praised his side’s discipline in the way they stuck to their gameplan as they continued their excellent start to the season with a 2-0 victory at Salford.After a tight first half, the Saddlers, who now sit third in League Two, blew away their hosts with two goals in quick succession from Nathan Lowe and Charlie Lakin.Sadler said: “We had to work incredibly ...Full Story »
Rob Edwards hails Luton reaction as they pick up first home win of season
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Luton boss Rob Edwards hailed his side for their reaction as they registered a first home win of the season after hitting back from a goal down to beat Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 at Kenilworth Road.The hosts had trailed to Barry Bannan’s terrific volley on 52 minutes, before Edwards made all five substitutions in two swathes, to change the game in his side’s favour.One of them, Carlton ...Full Story »
Why does he shoot? – Arne Slot surprised by Darwin Nunez’s stunning goal
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot admits even he was surprised by Darwin Nunez’s brilliant goal which capped a 3-0 victory over Bournemouth.Leading by two Luis Diaz goals in as many first-half minutes, the Reds striker, on his first start since April, produced a reminder of his talent with a curling effort around Kepa Arrizabalaga that went in off the far post.Slot was certainly not expecting...Full Story »
Richie Wellens hails Orient matchwinner Ethan Galbraith
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Richie Wellens was full of praise for Ethan Galbraith after his two goals set Leyton Orient on their way to a 4-1 thumping of Stockport.Previously-unbeaten County were behind 2-0 at the break, thanks to Galbraith’s brace in the space of five minutes.And, after Dan Agyei and Sean Clare completed their convincing win, Wellens hailed his midfielder’s contribution.“We know how good...Full Story »
Phil Parkinson feels Wrexham had a tough game despite win over Crawley
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson believes it was a “tough afternoon” for his side despite a 2-1 win over Crawley.The hosts’ win meant they maintained their 100 per cent winning record at Stok Racecourse Ground this season.Wrexham tasted defeat for the first time this season last Monday against Birmingham, but the victory over Crawley means they keep top spot on goal difference.Ellio...Full Story »
Steven Naismith knows there could be ‘consequences’ after Hearts’ latest loss
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Steven Naismith conceded he is “realistic” enough to be aware that there could be “consequences” for his future after Hearts slumped to an eighth consecutive defeat in all competitions away to St Mirren.However, the under-fire Jambos boss remained adamant he still has the desire to fight on despite calls for his sacking from a furious travelling support in the closing sta...Full Story »
Back to being us – Ian Evatt thrilled with Bolton’s big win over Reading
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Ian Evatt said Bolton were “back to being us” after returning to winning ways against Reading thanks to Dion Charles’ first-half hat-trick.Wanderers scored four of their five goals in the opening period to repair some of the damage caused by three successive league defeats.Evatt admits there are more improvements to be made but was delighted by his team’s response to the ...Full Story »
Scott Parker talks up Burnley hero Josh Brownhill’s ‘experience and composure’
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Scott Parker hailed captain Josh Brownhill after Burnley came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Portsmouth with a stoppage-time winner at Turf Moor.The Clarets looked to be heading for a draw until Brownhill delivered the sting in the fourth minute of added time.Parker insisted the ball fell to the right man in the dying minutes given the midfielder’s experience and composure in cru...Full Story »
Assistant Anthony Hayes: Gillingham more interested in chances than possession
Posted Sunday, September 22, 2024 by PA
Gillingham assistant Anthony Hayes said his team “came here to dominate in terms of chances” rather than possession after Mark Bonner’s side picked up a huge three points at Notts County with a 1-0 win.Elliott Nevitt’s solo moment of pure brilliance was enough in the end to give his side all three points, as Gillingham brought County’s unbeaten start to the 24-25 se...Full Story »