Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits matchwinner Fabinho would have scored more goals in his career had he afforded the midfielder more opportunity.The Brazil international’s fifth goal in seven matches for the Reds five minutes before half-time helped his side grind out a 1-0 victory over Burnley in testing conditions at Turf Moor.None of his team-mates have scored more since the turn of...Full Story »

Fabinho’s fifth goal in seven matches helped Liverpool grind out a 1-0 victory over Burnley in testing conditions to maintain their pursuit of Manchester City.With rain seemingly blowing around Turf Moor in three different directions at the same time, the conditions seemed ideal for an upset – one Jurgen Klopp’s side could ill-afford starting the game 12 points off the leaders....Full Story »

Kevin Nisbet and Chris Mueller struck in the second half as Hibernian came from behind to defeat cinch Championship leaders Arbroath 3-1 at a drizzly Gayfield and reach the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup.Shaun Maloney’s side, without a win in their last six Premiership matches, looked in trouble when ex-Hearts striker Craig Wighton gave the home side an early lead.But they held their n...Full Story »

Footage of Cristiano Ronaldo appearing to spit in the direction of Anthony Elanga has sent social media into meltdown. After Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Southampton on Saturday, a viral clip did the rounds showing the superstar appearing to gob on the back of his teammate. The more likely explanation is that camera angle deceived viewers. There's a chance that Ronaldo spat behind the Sw...Full Story »

Thomas Tuchel has revealed he only beat his Covid isolation at the “second-to-last chance” to coach Chelsea to their maiden Club World Cup title in person.The Blues’ German boss admitted he cut a frustrated figure trying to coach Chelsea’s FA Cup fourth-round win over Plymouth and the Club World Cup semi-final from his office.And, as time ticked down, he revealed he made ...Full Story »

Under-fire Reading manager Veljko Paunovic praised his club’s fans despite their protests before and after the 3-2 Sky Bet Championship defeat at home to Coventry.It was relegation-threatened Reading’s seventh league defeat in a row.Lucas Joao headed home in the 23rd minute to give Reading the lead but Coventry levelled in first-half stoppage time through Dominic Hyam.Defender Michae...Full Story »

Port Vale manager Darrell Clarke issued an apology to his side’s paying fans after their goalless draw at home to Northampton.A dire afternoon at Vale Park saw little goalmouth action and precious few chances, with the Valiants’ boss admitting it had been an “awful” showing, though they did extend their unbeaten run to five games.“I thought we were poor throughout t...Full Story »

St Mirren eased into the Scottish Cup quarter-finals with a comfortable 4-0 home victory over Kelty Hearts.A first-half strike from Alex Greive and second-half goals from Jordan Jones and a Greg Kiltie double ensured Saints’ safe passage through to Monday night’s draw.The League Two leaders had shocked holders St Johnstone in the previous round but never looked like pulling off anoth...Full Story »

Sheffield United head coach Paul Heckingbottom admitted he would have loved to end Huddersfield’s recent unbeaten run after both sides shared the spoils from a goalless draw at the John Smith’s Stadium.Town were denied a first-half opener in controversial fashion as Jon Russell thought he had scored when heading home from a corner in the first half.However, referee James Linington bl...Full Story »

Che Adams fired Southampton to a deserved point at Old Trafford as Manchester United blew a first-half lead to draw 1-1 for the third straight game. Profligacy in front of goal has hurt Ralf Rangnick’s Red Devils recently, having failed to capitalise on dominant opening periods in the shock FA Cup exit to Middlesbrough and Tuesday’s trip to rock-bottom Burnley. Jadon Sancho again...Full Story »

The pair continue to recover from injuries Neymar with PSG Paris Saint-Germain stars Neymar and Sergio Ramos have been left out of the team's squad for their Ligue 1 match Rennes on Friday, just four days before their Champions League game against Real Madrid. Neymar has not played since November after suffering a ligament injury in November, whilst Ramos is recovering from a minor calf injur...Full Story »

Tottenham are still without Eric Dier as they face Wolves on Sunday.The defender has an ongoing thigh issue and is joined in the treatment room by Oliver Skipp (groin) and Japhet Tanganga (knee).New signings Dejan Kulusevski and Rodrigo Bentancur could both start, having twice come off the bench in the last two games.Wolves are assessing Hwang Hee-chan and Joao Moutinho ahead of the trip to nort...Full Story »

Conor Thomas could return to the Cheltenham squad for the Sky Bet League One visit of Fleetwood to the Jonny-Rocks Stadium.The 28-year-old is back in training after a calf injury and Robins boss Michael Duff said the midfielder was “touch and go” to feature.Jamie Soule, a loan signing from West Brom, will be pushing to make his Cheltenham debut as the club look to build on their midw...Full Story »

Paul Downing will be assessed for Rochdale as they prepare for their clash with Harrogate.The defender is set to have a scan for a groin injury.Luke Charman will also be assessed after picking up a knock to his knee, but manager Robbie Stockdale is hopeful the forward can be involved against Harrogate.Jimmy Keohane has returned to training but the weekend game will come too soon for him.Harrogat...Full Story »

Portsmouth boss Danny Cowley could be tempted to pair Marcus Harness and Michael Jacobs together when his side face Doncaster in League One.Harness, who has 10 goals in 30 games this season, has been rested for the past two games, but Jacobs has stepped up in his absence and now has three goals in three to give Cowley a dilemma.Cowley reported no fresh injury concerns after Tuesday’s 2-1 w...Full Story »

Joss Labadie will be suspended for managerless Walsall when they host promotion-chasing Tranmere at the Banks’s Stadium on Saturday.The 31-year-old received his 10th caution in the defeat to fellow strugglers Scunthorpe on Tuesday and is now banned for two matches.The club sacked manager Matt Taylor on Wednesday after a run of seven straight defeats, with Neil McDonald and Mat Sadler place...Full Story »

But if the Blues are to see off Brazilian side Palmeiras and win this competition for the first time, they will have to do a hell of a lot better than this laboured semi-final win here in Abu Dhabi. Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku broke the deadlock after firing home in the 32nd minute Credit: Getty Lukaku reacts after grabbing his ninth goal of the season for the Blues Credit: AFP What should ...Full Story »

The Red Devils are looking to hire a full time boss to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with the PSG coach and Erik ten Hag topping their list Manchester United are stepping up their search for a permanent manager following the departure of Ed Woodward. Richard Arnold replaced the outgoing Woodward at the start of the month and it is understood the search for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s perma...Full Story »

Huddersfield manager Carlos Corberan admitted a point was a fair result as his side were held to a 0-0 draw by Preston.It was an entertaining contest between two in-form sides and neither would have been too dissatisfied to come away with a point.Ched Evans and Cameron Archer both had good chances for hosts North End, while Danny Ward and Danel Sinani spurned opportunities for Huddersfield.Hudde...Full Story »

Bournemouth manager Scott Parker felt his side proved a point after bouncing back from their humiliating FA Cup defeat to Boreham Wood with a 3-1 win over Birmingham.Goals from Ryan Christie, Dominic Solanke – his 20th of the season – and Jaidon Anthony – saw the Cherries climb back up to second place in the Championship table.The hosts were given a scare when Onel Hernandez br...Full Story »