The Saints are preparing for life in the Championship after their relegation was confirmed with defeat to Fulham last weekend. Southampton are close to appointing Russell Martin Credit: Getty Ruben Selles remains in interim charge and the Spaniard is reportedly still yet to be officially informed that he will depart at the end of the season. But Southampton have lined up his replacement - Swa...Full Story »

Martin Rennie’s 53rd-minute tap-in gave Clyde a hard-fought 1-0 victory in the first leg of their Scottish League One play-off semi-final over East Fife at Bayview Stadium.Alan Trouten was unable to get a final touch which would have put the Fifers ahead from a Liam Newton free-kick, while Connor McManus saw a shot saved at the second attempt by Clyde goalkeeper Ryan Mullen.Clyde, who fini...Full Story »

Chelsea target £70m Lautaro Martinez Lautaro Martinez Inter Chelsea are targeting a move for Inter striker Lautaro Martinez at the end of the season, according to Football Insider. Mauricio Pochettino is expected to take charge at Stamford Bridge and has already discussed signing the Argentine with the Blues. Inter need to sell for financial reasons and would be willing to part company ...Full Story »

Sergio Busquets to inform his decision on his future to Xavi in coming days Sergio Busquets: “I have more or less decided about my future. Now there are a few days off and when I return I will surely notify the coach”, told DAZN. 🔵🔴 #FCBBarça expect Busquets to stay for one more season. pic.twitter.com/lz3jSAZNvs— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 2, 2023 ...Full Story »

Russell Martin expressed pride in his Swansea players after their late push for the Sky Bet Championship play-offs ended with a 1-1 draw at Hull.The Swans have been the in-form team in the league, but sit five points adrift of the top six with one game remaining after their four-match winning run came to an end.Luke Cundle’s fine finish after 39 minutes cancelled out Ben Cabango’s ea...Full Story »

Martin Odegaard has admitted that he thought Erling Haaland was 'a little b*****d' when they first met. Although the pair have forged a strong friendship in the years since, they are pitted against each other for the Premier League title run-in as Arsenal and Manchester City prepare to go toe-to-toe. Odegaard and Haaland have plenty in common, having both risen through the Norwegian ranks while...Full Story »

Swansea manager Russell Martin spoke of his pride as his return to Carrow Road ended with an impressive 3-0 victory over a Norwich side who were reduced to 10 men just before the interval.The Swans maintained their impressive end-of-season form at the ground where their manager made more than 300 appearances as a player, with goals from Joel Latibeaudiere, Liam Cullen and Olivier Ntcham earning ...Full Story »

Vincent Kompany’s Burnley must wait to be crowned champions after a stunning late goal from QPR substitute Chris Martin inflicted a first home defeat of the season on the Premier League-bound Clarets.The veteran forward had only been on the field for three minutes when Ilias Chair forced a corner with a shot that was well saved by Arijanet Muric.Burnley failed to clear the resulting set-pi...Full Story »

Swansea head coach Russell Martin has described the mass brawl that broke out near the end of his team’s 4-2 win over Preston in the Championship as “carnage”.At least 30 people – including players, substitutes and coaches from both clubs – were involved in the ugly scenes that erupted near the end of the match when the Swans were leading 3-2.Punches appeared to be ...Full Story »

Livingston manager David Martindale paid tribute to his players as they all-but secured an unprecedented sixth successive season in the Premiership with a 2-0 victory over St Johnstone.The Lions bounced back from consecutive 3-0 defeats by overcoming Saints courtesy of first-half Joel Nouble and Stephen Kelly goals.The wins also ensures Livingston remain in with a chance of finishing in the top ...Full Story »

Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez will miss the rest of the season after fracturing his foot, the club have confirmed. Martinez was stretchered off during Thursday's 2-2 draw with Sevilla in the first leg of their Europa League quarterfinal and medical assessments on Friday confirmed the defender has fractured a metatarsal bone and will play no further part this season. A club statement is...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag is sweating on the fitness of Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane after a comfortable Europa League quarter-final clash ended in a chaotic, and potentially costly, draw with Sevilla.Marcel Sabitzer’s first-half brace put the Red Devils in control at a packed Old Trafford, where Antony hit the woodwork after the break as they pushed to deservedly extend their lead.Much-changed...Full Story »

Swansea manager Russell Martin praised his players for an “incredible” fourth successive south Wales derby win after dramatic late 3-2 win at Cardiff City Stadium.Ben Cabango scored in the ninth minute of added time to seal an unprecedented double-double for the Swans – and left Cardiff deep in Championship relegation trouble.Martin said: “Firstly I thought we played real...Full Story »

Russell Martin urged Swansea to build on a morale-boosting victory over Bristol City by finishing the season in style.Goals from Liam Cullen and Olivier Ntcham saw Swansea claim a first Sky Bet Championship win since February 15, with Martin’s side having lost five and drawn one since.But, after moving 10 points clear of the relegation zone with eight games left, Martin is determined Swans...Full Story »

David Martindale urged his players to enjoy their squad night out after victory over Ross County propelled Livingston back up to sixth in the cinch Premiership.First-half Joel Nouble and Nicky Devlin efforts were enough to seal a first league win in six outings for the Lions.Substitute Simon Murray pulled one back for the Staggies midway through the second half but the visitors ran out of t...Full Story »

Manchester United have added Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez to their striker shopping list. Tuttosport says PSG and United are considering a swoop for Martinez. Speculation over the Argentina star and his Inter Milan future continues to mount. PSG and United hold an interest in Martinez, 25, after his 17 goals in 36 games this season. United have made Tottenham striker Harry Kane the...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta praised the partnership between Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka as the pair moved into double figures in the Premier League this season during Arsenal’s victory over Everton.The Gunners ran out 4-0 winners at the Emirates to re-establish their five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the league and deepen the visitors’ relegation fears.A goal in either half ...Full Story »

Barcelona are confident of a deal for Athletic Bilbao defender Inigo Martinez. Sport says Barcelona have had his signing under control for months, but there are teams trying to convince him to pick them. The Athletic defender is close to a return to action after overcoming an injury that has kept him out of action since November. Meanwhile, he is awaiting a final renewal offer from his club...Full Story »

Gabriel Martinelli hit the only goal of the game as Premier League leaders Arsenal secured a narrow victory at Leicester.The Gunners were the better side at the King Power Stadium but left with a hard-fought 1-0 win courtesy of Martinelli’s effort early in the second half.The game lacked much of the drama witnessed in Arsenal’s last-gasp victory at Aston Villa a week ago but it does ...Full Story »

Swansea head coach Russell Martin admitted he was relieved after his side avoided a slip-up against 10-man bottom club Blackpool.A man down for over half an hour after the dismissal of Arsenal loanee Charlie Patino, the Tangerines cancelled out Matty Sorinola’s opener through a Sonny Carey goal in the 70th minute.But Sorinola’s cross was turned into his own goal by Blackpool defender...Full Story »