Paul Simpson says Carlisle have made a “big statement” with a 4-1 hammering of League Two promotion rivals Salford.The visiting Cumbrians returned to the play-offs as they extended their unbeaten run to five games in all competitions.Kristian Dennis opened the scoring inside three minutes and, despite Matt Smith’s leveller after the break, Carlisle took control of the deciding ...Full Story »

Dino Maamria was the happier of the two managers as his Burton side grabbed a late equaliser in a 2-2 League One draw against leaders Plymouth thanks to Adrian Mariappa’s first English League goal for over nine years.“I am so happy for him,” Maamria said when told how long it had been. “He has been brilliant for us in the dressing room and on the pitch and I am so pleased...Full Story »

Barnsley head coach Michael Duff felt his side put in their best home performance of the season as they cruised to a 3-1 victory over MK Dons.Adam Phillips and Herbie Kane scored in the second half after Jordan Williams’ 18th-minute opener was cancelled out by Dons’ Mohamed Eisa before the interval.Victory moved the hosts into the League One play-off places and their boss was pleased...Full Story »

Oxford boss Karl Robinson thought his players were “flippant” as they allowed bottom club Forest Green to secure a 1-1 draw in their League One game at the Kassam Stadium.James Henry put the U’s ahead in the 19th minute but Rovers recovered and were the better side in the second half, equalising through substitute Jamille Matt just after the hour mark.The game’s most memo...Full Story »

Tranmere boss Micky Mellon took his frustration out on the officials after he saw his side slump to a 2-0 defeat at home to AFC Wimbledon.Ethan Chislett put the visitors ahead after just eight minutes, firing home from six yards and capitalising on a fortunate ricochet.The home side’s task was made even harder on the half-hour mark when Dynel Simeu received a straight red card for violent ...Full Story »

Simon Weaver hailed Harrogate’s best performance of the season as they romped to a 3-0 home win over play-off hopefuls Mansfield.A sixth goal of the season for midfielder Alex Pattison followed by striker Luke Armstrong’s brace – all scored in the first half – saw the Sulphurites extend their proud undefeated record against the Stags to a sixth contest, including five win...Full Story »

Matt Bloomfield was full of pride for his Colchester side after they swept Doncaster aside 3-0 to move out of the Sky Bet League Two relegation zone.Colchester went ahead in the first minute of first-half stoppage-time when Alex Newby curled an exquisite free-kick into the top corner from around 25 yards.The U’s doubled their advantage in the 59th minute through 18-year-old striker Samson ...Full Story »

Cheltenham boss Wade Elliott hailed the impact of returning striker Alfie May as his goal secured a 1-0 home win over Wycombe.Making his first League One start since October 1 due to an ankle injury, May cut inside after receiving Dan Nlundulu’s pass and scored via the aid of a deflection off Nick Freeman in the 26th minute.The result earned Cheltenham their first win over Wycombe for nine...Full Story »

Reece Smith’s winning goal ensured Maidenhead secured back-to-back wins with a 2-1 home victory against Eastleigh.The visitors had a chance in the opening stages when Charlie Carter’s shot was blocked and the midfielder had a header saved by goalkeeper Dan Gyollai.The Magpies took the lead in the 28th minute, however, when Ashley Nathaniel-George played in a corner and Emile Acquah w...Full Story »

Daniel Agyei’s first-half penalty ended Swindon’s five-match unbeaten run as Crewe won 1-0 at the County Ground.Luke Offord’s timely intervention just about kept Crewe level when Remeao Hutton got beyond his defender and delivered a dangerous cross to the back post towards Jacob Wakeling but the defender nipped in ahead of him to turn it behind.Crewe took the lead after 23 minu...Full Story »

Kristian Dennis scored twice as Carlisle beat League Two promotion rivals Salford 4-1.Matt Smith cancelled out Dennis’ early opener to give Salford hope of ending a five-match winless run.But goals from Callum Guy, Corey Whelan and Dennis sent the Cumbrians up to sixth in the table.With less than three minutes on the clock, Dennis opened the scoring.Neil Wood’s goal-shy side responde...Full Story »

Harrogate’s hoodoo over Mansfield continued as Luke Armstrong’s brace and an Alex Pattison goal secured a comprehensive 3-0 home win.The victory means Mansfield have now failed to beat Town in all six meetings between the two clubs – a sequence encompassing five defeats and just one draw.Simon Weaver’s men forged ahead in the fifth minute when Pattison raced onto Danny Gr...Full Story »

Adrian Mariappa grabbed a last-ditch Burton equaliser to deny League One leaders Plymouth maximum points in an enthralling 2-2 draw.The former Watford and Crystal Palace defender headed home from close range seven minutes into added time after Argyle had come from behind to lead.Lowly Burton warmed to their task with several set-pieces making life uncomfortable for the Plymouth defence.Cameron B...Full Story »

Three strikes of the highest quality secured struggling Colchester a 3-0 win against Doncaster and their first league victory in seven attempts.Rovers came close to an opener on the half hour when George Miller’s 25-yard strike was fingertipped over by U’s goalkeeper Sam Hornby.Luke Molyneux, James Maxwell and Harrison Biggins all went close for the visitors after that.But Colchester...Full Story »

Alfie May marked his return from injury with the only goal as Cheltenham secured a 1-0 home win over Wycombe.Making his first League One start since October 1 due to an ankle injury, May cut inside after Dan Nlundulu’s pass and scored with the aid of a deflection off Nick Freeman in the 26th minute.It was May’s fourth league strike of the season as he piled more misery on Wycombe, ag...Full Story »

Kieran McKenna praised his side’s defending as Ipswich’s League One promotion charge gathered momentum with a 2-0 win at Exeter.Freddie Ladapo put the Tractor Boys in front in the 11th minute before Marcus Harness ended a seven-game goal drought in the second half to seal a seventh away win of the season.Ipswich are also unbeaten in six games in all competitions but it was a first cl...Full Story »

The right-back will be hoping for more than a brief stay in Qatar as the Three Lions chase glory. Trent Alexander-Arnold models Calvin Klein pants Credit: Calvin Klein via Instagram / @calvinklein The Liverpool star shows off his chiselled physique Credit: Calvin Klein via Instagram / @calvinklein And he'll surely have packed enough pairs of pants if his latest endorsement deal is anything to...Full Story »

Roma coach Jose Mourinho is targeting Barcelona fullback Hector Bellerin. Signed in the summer from Arsenal, Bellerin's deal with Barca only runs to the end of this season. La Gazzetta dello Sport says Mourinho is a fan and plans to personally drive a deal for the Spaniard. Mourinho is eager to see Rick Karsdorp offloaded in January and a new right-back signed. Top of his list is Bellerin....Full Story »

Arsenal midfielder Charlie Patino is attracting interest from several clubs in Europe. The talented 19-year-old has impressed since making his first-team debut for the Gunners last December against Sunderland. He is also excelling on loan at Blackpool this term, under the guidance of Michael Appleton. Football.london states that Arsenal have not triggered an option to extend his deal by a f...Full Story »

Manchester United are reportedly considering terminating Cristiano Ronaldo's contract following his explosive interview with Piers Morgan. · Ronaldo's comments have caused serious backlash· United 'initiated action' in club statement· Could terminate deal for breach of contractWHAT'S HAPPENING? New information from The Athletic suggests that the legal action United are currentl...Full Story »