Oxford boss Karl Robinson paid tribute to James Henry after the midfielder’s hat-trick destroyed injury-hit Lincoln 3-1.Henry struck with shots from outside the area in the 12th and 24th minutes and completed his treble from the penalty spot after Matty Taylor was tripped by Lewis Montsma.Robinson said: “He’s a master at annoying me, but in a good way.“I like players who&...Full Story »

Ipswich manager Paul Cook was disappointed his team failed to dominate the game after taking a 2-0 lead against AFC Wimbledon.Opposite number Mark Robinson, however, had a mixed reaction to the final 2-2 result after Will Nightingale conceded a 52nd-minute penalty which gave Ipswich the lead.It was a scrambled effort by Dons substitute Jack Rudoni in the fifth minute of stoppage time that helped...Full Story »

Hearts boss Robbie Neilson hailed “world-class” saves from goalkeeper Craig Gordon for helping his side seal victory over Dundee United at Tannadice.The visitors scored just before the break through Liam Boyce, following up after his penalty was saved, and at the death through Armand Gnanduillet to complete a 2-0 win.Between the goals, though, Gordon pulled off a series of stunning s...Full Story »

Sheffield United were left still searching for their first win of the Sky Bet Championship season after hanging on for a goalless draw at Luton.The Blades have struggled to adapt to life back in the second tier following their relegation last season and never looked like ending their quest for a victory at Kenilworth Road as the Hatters produced a dominant second-half display that was only lacki...Full Story »

Birmingham recovered from an early setback to secure a point in a 1-1 draw at Barnsley.Callum Styles put the home side ahead in the sixth minute before Lukas Jutkiewicz equalised.Barnsley head coach Markus Schopp named an unchanged side following his side’s 2-2 draw at QPR last weekend.Both sets of players wore black armbands as a mark of respect following the death of former Birmingham pl...Full Story »

Jamie Proctor scored a quick-fire first-half brace as Port Vale claimed their first League Two victory of the season to end leaders Forest Green’s winning start to the campaign.Summer-signing Proctor opened his league account for Vale in the sixth minute when he was fed by co-striker James Wilson to the right of goal and sent a 12-yard side-footed effort into the far corner.Just three minu...Full Story »

Jake Hyde scored twice as Wrexham recorded their first win of the season by beating Eastleigh 2-0.The striker opened the scoring after 12 minutes with a calm finish after being put through by Paul Mullin.Hyde grabbed his second shortly before half-time and could have had a first-half hat-trick but for a fine save from Joe McDonnell.Dior Angus almost added a third late on but his shot flashed wide.Full Story »

Conor Wilkinson’s early strike earned Matthew Taylor his first managerial win as Walsall broke their duck by beating Stevenage 1-0.The winner came just five minutes in, Wilkinson outmuscling Ben Coker before racing into the area and, after feigning to curl into the far post, drilling inside Sacha Bastien’s near post instead.Walsall had chances to double their advantage but Jack Earin...Full Story »

Nigel Pearson praised match-winner Andreas Weimann after the Austrian’s double downed Cardiff in the Severnside derby.Weimann scored twice in Bristol City’s last away game – a 3-2 win at Reading – and he repeated the feat as the Robins overcame Cardiff 2-1 in the Welsh capital.The 30-year-old missed most of last season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury ...Full Story »

Brennan Johnson eased some of the pressure on Chris Hughton with a late strike that earned Nottingham Forest a 1-1 draw at rivals Derby.Forest were heading for a fifth league defeat until Brennan fired home eight minutes from the end.Hughton’s team had been second best after Tom Lawrence gave Derby an early lead but improved in the second half to secure their first point of the season.Fore...Full Story »

Tottenham are reportedly closing in on the signing of Barcelona wonderkid Iliax Moriba. Tottenham have agreed personal terms with Barcelona midfielder Ilaix Moriba, according to newspaper reports in Spain and talks are now believed to be advanced for the 18-year-old star. Moriba is widely regarded as one of the brightest La Masia graduates in recent times but his future in Catalonia remains up ...Full Story »

The Sun can reveal the superstar, 36, had been in secret talks for months to rejoin the Red Devils — despite rumours he would sign for rivals Man City. Cristiano Ronaldo, mocked-up in the new Man Utd kit, will earn £50 million from his Red Devils return A source said: “In his heart, he only ever wanted to go back to United.” The superstar, who already has a personal for...Full Story »

Andy Robertson is hoping to make his first appearance of the season in Liverpool’s home game against Chelsea.The Scotland left back was an unused substitute in last week’s home win against Burnley after recovering from an ankle injury and Jurgen Klopp must decide if he starts in place of Kostas Tsimikas.Fabinho is back from compassionate leave following the death of his father and Al...Full Story »

Allan Saint-Maximin is expected to be fit for Newcastle’s home Premier League clash with Southampton on Saturday.The French frontman emerged from Wednesday night’s Carabao Cup defeat by Burnley, during which he was introduced as a second-half substitute, with a minor foot injury, but head coach Steve Bruce is confident he will be available.Defender Paul Dummett is back in training af...Full Story »

MANCHESTER City superstar Benjamin Mendy is to appear in court today charged with sex attacks on three women. The left-back, 27, faces four counts of rape and one of sexual assault after being arrested at his £5m home, police confirmed. Benjamin Mendy has been charged with four counts of rape and one of sexual assaultCredit: AP He was immediately suspended by the club pending an investig...Full Story »

St Johnstone boss Callum Davidson was far from pleased with LASK counterpart Dominik Thalhammer after Saints exited the Europa Conference League play-off 3-1 on aggregate to the Austrian side.Thalhammer had described the Perth side as disgusting to play against following the 1-1 draw last week and there seemed to be little love lost between the men on the touchline at McDiarmid Park as the home ...Full Story »

Cardiff are hopeful “warrior” Sean Morrison will make Saturday’s Severnside derby with Bristol City.Morrison was forced off with a sore knee during Tuesday’s Carabao Cup defeat to Brighton after overstretching for a ball by the touchline.Bluebirds boss Mick McCarthy is confident skipper Morrison will be ready for the Sky Bet Championship clash, saying: “I think with...Full Story »

Harrison Dunk could feature for Cambridge against Bolton at the Abbey Stadium as he returns from a back injury.The 30-year-old was an unused substitute in last week’s 3-0 win over Burton and has been back running after not being able to train earlier in the week.Lloyd Jones will miss out and is being managed through a small injury but should be in contention to start after this weekend.Goa...Full Story »

Fulham will have Harry Wilson back for the visit of fellow joint-leaders Stoke in the Sky Bet Championship.The former Liverpool attacker served the final match of his three-game suspension when he sat out the midweek win over Birmingham.Anthony Knockaert featured in the Carabao Cup tie after recovering from a back injury, but boss Marco Silva remains without a number of other players.Terenc...Full Story »

BEN CHILWELL has been hitting the right notes on and off the pitch as Dele Alli revealed he has been learning to play piano. The Tottenham midfielder walked in on the Chelsea left-back having a lesson, filmed the encounter and shared it online. Chelsea star Ben Chilwell has been learning to play pianoCredit: Instagram / @dele Alli arrived at Chilwell's plush home and was shocked with what he ...Full Story »