Russell Martin was proud that Southampton found a new way to win as they extended their unbeaten run to eight matches with a 2-1 victory over West Brom.Will Smallbone and Adam Armstrong’s strikes maintained Saints’ promotion push, but it came in a much scrappier style than Martin would have liked.The Baggies dominated the second half, equalised through Kyle Bartley and could have led...Full Story »

Hibernian head coach Nick Montgomery described Martin Boyle as a “special player” after the forward provided a superb assist for Josh Campbell to score the only goal of the game against Kilmarnock.The Australia international, who also had an earlier effort ruled out for offside, sped forward with a forceful run from the centre-circle before teeing up his team-mate from close range.Ca...Full Story »

Russell Martin praised Southampton’s bravery as Ryan Fraser was again their late hero at Millwall.The Saints have scored crucial injury-time goals in their last three away games with Fraser, who scored a last-gasp winner at Hull last month, sealing the spoils with a 93rd-minute strike.Martin’s side are now motoring – having also drawn with Preston thanks to Ched Evans’ st...Full Story »

David Martindale is adamant he is perfectly content with Livingston’s decision to reject an approach from St Johnstone regarding their managerial vacancy.The Perth club requested permission to speak to the 49-year-old about the possibility of replacing the sacked Steven MacLean earlier this week but the Lions released a statement on Tuesday explaining that they would not be allowing their ...Full Story »

Russell Martin hailed Southampton’s resilience after a last-gasp Ched Evans own goal secured them a valuable 2-2 draw at Preston.Goals from Milutin Osmajic and Brad Potts in three second-half minutes set Preston on course for victory until Evans diverted a 96th-minute corner into his own net while under pressure from Saints goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu.Kyle Walker-Peters had put Southampton ahe...Full Story »

Man City battle Barca and Real Madrid for Martinez (90min) Manchester City, Barcelona and Real Madrid are in a three-way battle to sign Arnau Martinez from Girona, says 90min. The Spanish defender has impressed in La Liga and caught he attention of several top European sides. While Barca and Madrid want to keep him in Spain, the English team may have the advantage as Girona are part of the ...Full Story »

Russell Martin challenged Ryan Fraser to kick on after the Scotland international’s late goal maintained Southampton’s promising run with a 2-1 win at Hull.The on-loan Newcastle winger opened his Saints account in the fifth minute of stoppage time to settle a fascinating game of end-to-end football.Martin said: “People ask me, ‘what’s he like as a person?’ &nd...Full Story »

Martinez has announced himself as one of La Liga's premier right-backs since Girona returned to the top flight last season, while he has also contributed to their bright beginning to this campaign, sitting second in the table. His exploits last term attracted the attention of Barcelona - where he spent six years in his adolescence - and Real Madrid, but neither ended up sanctioning a bid during...Full Story »

Michael O’Neill has told Shea Charles he must learn from his dismissal after Northern Ireland suffered yet another 1-0 defeat in Euro 2024 qualifying, this time at home to Slovenia.The 19-year-old Charles has been one of the bright spots for Northern Ireland in a hugely frustrating qualifying campaign, among the young players who have grabbed the chance to establish themselves in the side ...Full Story »

Michael O’Neill was delighted to see Paul Smyth grab his Northern Ireland chance with both hands as the QPR winger got a goal and an assist on his first international start in a 3-0 win over San Marino.Smyth, who also had a goal disallowed, did his best to light up what was a largely drab affair at Windsor Park as Northern Ireland ended a run of five straight defeats in Euro 2024 qualifyin...Full Story »

Gabriel Martinelli returned with a bang as the Arsenal substitute’s deflected effort sealed a late, long-awaited victory against Premier League champions Manchester City.Last season the Gunners pushed City in the title race, only to eventually fall just short as Pep Guardiola’s side went on to become just the second English team to win the treble.Arsenal’s inability to win a po...Full Story »

David Martindale heaped praise on Livingston for the ruthless way they put 10-man Motherwell to the sword in a 2-0 victory.The Lions made light work of cutting open their visitors once Lennon Miller had been red carded in first-half stoppage time for clipping the heels of Dan MacKay.Bruce Anderson made the breakthrough only seven minutes into the second half and Sean Kelly added a second from th...Full Story »

Martinez was forced off during Man United's crushing 3-1 defeat at Arsenal earlier this month. He's played six games in all competitions this season, but will now face a spell on the sidelines. Lisandro Martinez comes off against Arsenal. A club statement read: "Lisandro Martinez will be out of action for an extended period due to an aggravation of the foot injury he suffered in April. "The ...Full Story »

Martinez had a second operation on his injured metatarsal on Monday after tests revealed it had not healed correctly. Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite is being targeted by Manchester United The Argentina defender, 25, had returned to action after initial surgery in April. But he experienced pain in his foot against Arsenal last month. Martinez then played against Brighton and Bayern Munich befor...Full Story »

Russell Martin hopes Southampton can kick their Sky Bet Championship campaign on again after putting a bad run of form behind them with a 1-0 win over Stoke.Stuart Armstrong’s first-half free-kick proved the difference at the bet365 Stadium as Saints secured back-to-back victories, while the Potters slipped to their fifth loss in seven Championship games.The victory in the Potteries follow...Full Story »

Inter Miami are suffering from match congestion and are 'physically and mentally' drained, says head coach Tata Martino. WHAT HAPPENED? The Herons have played 17 matches in 73 days since both Martino and Lionel Messi arrived at the club, averaging just over four days of rest between matches played. That includes travel across the USA, training sessions and recovery - and for Martino, it's not...Full Story »

Russell Martin has insisted Southampton are through their “toughest period” of the season after beating Leeds 3-1.Adam Armstrong’s classy double and Will Smallbone’s first league goal for Saints – all in the first half – helped end a four-game losing streak.Pascal Struijk pulled one back for the visitors in the second half but Martin was thrilled to get back t...Full Story »

Martin Boyle’s late double settled a thriller against St Mirren and sent Hibs into the Viaplay Cup semi-finals following a 4-2 victory.The visitors had gone in at half-time ahead thanks to Scott Tanser’s fine effort.Goals from Elie Youan and Dylan Vente then gave Hibs the advantage, only for Keanu Baccus to level things at 2-2.With 10 minutes left to play, Boyle smashed home what pro...Full Story »

Livingston manager David Martindale says he was conscious of the impact a delayed kick-off in their match against Ross County would have on the fans more than his players.The Lions’ coach broke down a few miles north of Inverness, leading to a knock-on impact on their arrival in Dingwall and the starting time for the game.However, when the match did eventually kick off 15 minutes late Livi...Full Story »

Southampton manager Russell Martin insists Leicester should be criticised as much as his side despite winning 4-1 at St Mary’s.Saints conceded after 21 seconds to a thumping Jamie Vardy finish before Kasey McAteer, Wilfred Ndidi and Stephy Mavididi also netted as the Foxes ran riot.But Martin, who saw Sam Edozie pull one back and Kamaldeen Sulemana sent off late on, thinks the result did n...Full Story »