Birmingham head coach John Eustace says match-winner Jay Stansfield will be a “really big player” for the club after his wonder goal gave his side a 2-1 win against Plymouth.On-loan Fulham forward Stansfield, 20, volleyed home from the edge of the box in the fifth minute of time added on for a dream debut for the substitute to make it three wins out of four for Blues.“Jay is an...Full Story »

Wycombe manager Matt Bloomfield sang the praises of defender Joe Low after he played the role of local villain to perfection in a tense 2-1 victory over Bristol Rovers at the Memorial Stadium.The former Bristol City defender put the Chairboys in command after 19 minutes when he headed in ex-Rovers skipper Luke Leahy’s free-kick, only to be booked for goading the home fans who greeted his c...Full Story »

Exeter manager Gary Caldwell could not have been prouder of his team as they bagged a dramatic late winner to beat Reading 2-1 at St James Park.Despite their first-half dominance, Exeter went in level after Will Aimson’s 34th-minute header was cancelled out in stoppage time through Harvey Knibbs’ strike.The Royals shaded the second half but it was Exeter that won it when Reece Cole s...Full Story »

Motherwell boss Stuart Kettlewell hailed the resilience of his squad after they battled back from a goal behind to defeat Kilmarnock 2-1 in the cinch Premiership.Marley Watkins broke the deadlock after 12 minutes and Killie could and should have added to their advantage in the first half.Kettlewell’s side were much improved after the break, however, and Dan Casey levelled matters before Ha...Full Story »

Wigan boss Shaun Maloney was reluctant to criticise his team or the match officials after a 2-0 defeat to Barnsley with 10 men.The visitors started brightly and took advantage of Charlie Hughes’ 21st-minute red card, with Devante Cole firing his side in front five minutes later.Wigan showed plenty of heart in the second half but Barnsley substitute John McAtee made the game safe in added t...Full Story »

Shrewsbury manager Matt Taylor highlighted Daniel Udoh as instrumental after his goal secured a 1-0 victory at Fleetwood.The visitors fought hard to defeat nine-man Fleetwood, who fell to their fifth consecutive defeat in all competitions.The Cod Army created more chances but they could not find the back of the net.In contrast, Shrewsbury scored with their first shot providing the only goal of t...Full Story »

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough was delighted to see his side hit a higher gear in the second half as they twice came from behind to beat Stockport 3-2.Stags remain unbeaten in Sky Bet League Two after a late Davis Keillor-Dunn double saw them to victory.Clough said: “It feels like in six games we’ve had 20 games worth of thrills and spills and entertainment. We are certainly creating ch...Full Story »

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers admitted it was clear they need to bring in new signings to improve the team after a goalless home draw with St Johnstone.The hosts failed to score in consecutive domestic games for the first time since May 2018, when they did so soon after winning the title for the second time under Rodgers.Celtic delivered another flat display following their 1-0 defeat in the Vi...Full Story »

Wolves head coach Gary O’Neil admitted there were large spells in Saturday’s 1-0 Premier League victory over Everton which he did not like but he was more than happy with the outcome.The visitors scored with their only shot in target in the 87th minute when substitute Sasa Kalajdzic glanced home a header just two minutes after coming on.By contrast Everton had 15 shots, seven on targ...Full Story »

Daniel Farke had no hesitation in playing scoring duo Wilfried Gnonto and Luis Sinisterra in Leeds’ 4-3 win at Ipswich.The pair have been missing for a fortnight; Gnonto after submitting a transfer request as he tried to force a way out of the club and Sinisterra as his own future remained unresolved.Farke sidelined the pair and was firm when discussing them in the week, particularly on th...Full Story »

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick was left to rue what he deemed to be a foul in the build-up to West Brom’s opening goal as Boro were beaten 4-2 at The Hawthorns.Carrick’s winless side, who reached the Championship play-offs last season, suffered their third defeat in four matches after going down to Carlos Corberan’s Baggies.The hosts took control of the match with two go...Full Story »

Southampton manager Russell Martin was proud of his players for beating QPR 2-1 after another week of dealing with transfer disruption.Adam Armstrong bagged his fourth goal of the season after Samuel Edozie and Jack Colback had cancelled each other’s strikes out in the first half.Saints were without Che Adams – who is wanted by Everton – and Bayer Leverkusen-bound Nathan Tella ...Full Story »

Davis Keillor-Dunn was Mansfield’s hero with a late brace as they twice came from behind to beat classy Stockport 3-2 in a Sky Bet League Two thriller.An entertaining first half saw Stockport slice down the centre with a series of passes on six minutes, with Will Collar finally delivering to Louie Barry for a low finish into the bottom left corner.Nine minutes later Stephen Quinn put the b...Full Story »

Richie Wellens praised his “exceptional” players after Leyton Orient earned a 2-0 home win against Cambridge.The visitors started the game at the top of League One but were swept aside by their hosts and seldom given an opportunity to showcase their best form.Seeking their first win of the season since returning to the third tier, Orient were given a confidence booster when 19-year-o...Full Story »

Swansea boss Michael Duff rued a sloppy second half as his side blew a half-time advantage in a 2-1 loss to Preston at Deepdale.Harrison Ashby’s effort in the 33rd minute gave the visitors a deserved lead at the break but they were poor after the break and were made to pay.Andrew Hughes drew the hosts level before Duane Holmes struck with just over 10 minutes left to complete Preston&rsquo...Full Story »

Ben Garner dedicated Colchester’s first win of the season to their travelling fans after watching his team storm to a shock 3-0 victory at Gillingham.Colchester had propped up Sky Bet League Two before their trip to the leaders but goals from Fiacre Kelleher, Samson Tovide and Bradley Ihionvien sealed a sensational win.Garner believes there is work to do in the transfer window before his s...Full Story »

Hat-trick hero Martyn Waghorn starred in a stunning Derby comeback as they roared to a 4-2 win at Peterborough.The Rams found themselves trailing in the 23rd minute after a Posh opener from a move started and finished by Jonson Clarke-Harris.But it was one-way traffic from then on as the visitors went on an almighty attacking raid – scoring four times in 16 minutes against a Posh side who ...Full Story »

Sam Hoskins struck a late winner to earn promoted Northampton a 1-0 victory at struggling Cheltenham.The only goal of a largely uninspiring game arrived in the 88th minute after a ball over the top of the home defence from Sam Sherring left Hoskins with only Luke Southwood to beat.He finished confidently for his third of the season and Cheltenham rarely troubled Max Thompson in the Cobblers goal...Full Story »

Kevin Holt scored twice as Dundee United continued their unbeaten start to the Scottish Championship season with a 3-0 win at Ayr.Charlie Albinson kept the Terrors at bay in the first half, producing saves to prevent the returning Ross Docherty and Louis Moult from scoring in quick succession.Albinson denied Moult again but could not stop Dundee United from going ahead in the 58th minute when Ho...Full Story »

Burton and Bolton had to settle for a point apiece as goals from Mark Helm and Dion Charles cancelled each other out in a 1-1 draw at the Pirelli Stadium.Helm put Burton ahead soon after half-time before Bolton, looking to get back to winning ways after their 4-0 home defeat to Wigan last time out, equalised through Charles just before the hour.Albion had the clearest opening of the first half w...Full Story »