Manchester United have reportedly made calls to Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez in hope of signing the Argentine in January, though they will have to fend off interest from Paris Saint-Germain if they are to secure his signature. Reports are still circulating that Cristiano Ronaldo wants to depart, and Martinez could be the ideal replacement for the Portuguese star. United have made a soli...Full Story »

Manchester United's Mason Greenwood has been charged with attempted rape, police confirmed on Saturday. Greenwood, 21, has also been charged with controlling and coercive behaviour and assault. He is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court on Monday. Janet Potter, the deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS North West, said on Saturday: "The Crown Prosecution Service has toda...Full Story »

Northampton manager Jon Brady heaped praise on his players after his side was reduced to 10 men in their goalless draw at fellow League Two high-flyers Leyton Orient.Ben Fox was given his marching orders after 48 minutes for a foul on Orient midfielder Craig Clay and Brady was left incredulous at the decision.“Words cannot describe that decision to be honest and it’s probably best if...Full Story »

Manager Paul Hurst lauded his strong-travelling Grimsby side after they defeated 10-man Stockport 3-1.The visitors survived a Hatters fightback to extend their unbeaten run to six away games in League Two.Harry Clifton handed the Mariners the advantage when he notched his fifth league goal of the season with a tap-in after 24 minutes.Six minutes later, more questionable Stockport defending was p...Full Story »

Bristol Rovers boss Joey Barton praised Aaron Collins for his attitude and quality after the in-form front man netted a brace in a 4-1 win at Cheltenham.Collins struck twice in the first half to take his tally for the season to eight and he also set one up for Antony Evans as the Pirates ran riot at the Completely-Suzuki Stadium to lead 4-0 at the break.Liam Sercombe pulled one back from the pen...Full Story »

Dundee United manager Liam Fox was pleased to see his side come from behind to earn a result in the cinch Premiership for the first time this season.Ross Callachan had given Ross County the lead against United in Dingwall, only for Tony Watt to level the scores just after the hour mark.To come back and earn a point after going behind showed a resilience that has been all too rare at Tannadice so...Full Story »

Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom reflected on his side’s “wasteful” performance following their 3-3 draw at home to Blackpool which saw them lose their place at the top of the table.The hosts had looked comfortable following goals from James McAtee and Iliman Ndiaye, but Jerry Yates struck twice to make it all-square at the break and Kenny Dougall made it 3-2 to Blac...Full Story »

MK Dons boss Liam Manning bemoaned mistakes by his side that saw them slip to a 4-1 defeat to table-topping Plymouth.Finn Azaz twice pounced on defensive mistakes to score a brace, after Morgan Whittaker had opened the scoring for the away side at Stadium MK.The Dons sit 22nd in Sky Bet League One with one win in their last five games, with Will Grigg’s goal early in the second half all th...Full Story »

Interim boss Leo Percovich was unable to provide any clarity over the managerial situation at Middlesbrough after defeat to Blackburn left them in the Championship relegation zone.Boro ended the day third from bottom following a 2-1 home defeat as their fans at the Riverside greeted the half-time and full-time whistles with boos.The hosts were all at sea as they were overrun by Blackburn in a on...Full Story »

Grimsby’s impressive away record continued with a 3-1 victory at 10-man Stockport.The Hatters, who were unbeaten in five league games at Edgeley Park, dominated the early stages but fell behind to a rapid-fire double.After Ryan Johnson’s error was pounced upon by the Mariners, a parried Otis Khan effort fell fortuitously into the path of Harry Clifton for a tap-in on 24 minutes.The h...Full Story »

Ten-man Northampton frustrated hosts Leyton Orient as the League Two high-flyers fought out a goalless draw at Brisbane Road.The visitors turned in a plucky defensive effort in the second half after Ben Fox was sent off in the 48th minute for a dangerous tackle on Craig Clay.Cobblers manager Jon Brady was booked for his protests over the decision of referee Ollie Yates.Despite enjoying their num...Full Story »

Managerless West Brom defeated Reading 2-0 to end their eight-match run without a Championship victory.Under the guidance of interim boss Richard Beale after Steve Bruce was sacked on Monday, Albion went in front in the 25th minute through a close-range effort from Matt Phillips.Although Reading had much of the play in the second period, the visitors secured the three points in the 72nd minute t...Full Story »

Tony Watt’s second-half equaliser for Dundee United sees Ross County remain at the bottom of the cinch Premiership following a 1-1 draw at Dingwall.Ross Callachan had opened the scoring in the 37th minute, but the visitors battled back well.Their efforts were rewarded when Glenn Middleton set up Watt for a simple finish in the 61st minute, with neither side able to go on and find a winning...Full Story »

Oliver Norwood’s goal at the death rescued a point for Sheffield United in a 3-3 draw with Blackpool.The hosts had looked comfortable following goals from James McAtee and Iliman Ndiaye, but Jerry Yates struck twice to make it all-square at the break and Kenny Dougall made it 3-2 to Blackpool early in the second half.Blackpool were reduced to nine men in the closing stages after having Mar...Full Story »

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough was delighted to see his promotion-chasing side “find a way to win” as a late header from Will Swan secured a 2-1 home victory over battling Walsall.George Lapslie’s 15th-minute opener was wiped out by Liam Bennett’s first goal for the Saddlers after 35 minutes, only for substitute Swan to win it in the 82nd minute.“We are under no illusi...Full Story »

Harrogate manager Simon Weaver praised the efforts of his “man-mountains” as he avoided equalling the longest win-less run of his 13-and-a-half year Wetherby Road reign.The Sulphurites had lost nine of their last 10 contests without a victory but first-half goals from Alex Pattison and Jack Muldoon secured a much-needed three points during a 2-1 triumph against fellow strugglers Hart...Full Story »

A late winner from substitute Will Swan preserved promotion-chasing Mansfield’s unbeaten home record as they edged out battling Walsall 2-1.The Stags created some fine early chances, with Jordan Bowery curling a 20-yard effort against the bar from George Lapslie’s lay-off after 10 minutes.So it was no surprise when they took the lead 15 minutes later as Stephen Quinn nodded down Elli...Full Story »

Jurgen Klopp has explained the challenges Liverpool face in trying to keep pace with Manchester City's unlimited spending power. City have won four of the last five Premier League titles Liverpool already 13 points behind this season Sides meet at Anfield on Sunday WHAT HAPPENED? In an engaging press conference ahead of the sides' meeting at Anfield on Sunday, the Reds boss said it was i...Full Story »

Ross County manager Malky Mackay has reported no fresh injuries for the cinch Premiership basement clash with Dundee United.Full-backs George Harmon (hamstring) and Connor Randall (broken leg) are getting close to making returns.Attacker Alex Samuel remains out with a long-term knee injury.United could have former Scotland internationals Charlie Mulgrew and Steven Fletcher back in their squad.Mu...Full Story »

Anthony Hartigan could be in line to return for Nigel Clough’s Mansfield as they prepare to face Walsall on Saturday.The 22-year-old midfielder sustained a dislocated shoulder in the Stags’ 2-0 loss to Grimsby in last month’s Papa Johns Trophy tie but may feature at the weekend.The trio of Stephen McLaughlin, Riley Harbottle and George Maris will all be assessed ahead of kick-o...Full Story »