Danny Cowley revealed the hardships his Portsmouth team had faced in the build-up to the new season, which made their first-day 1-0 win at Fleetwood all the sweeter.Pompey took home the spoils thanks to Lee Brown’s second-half strike, after which manager Cowley spoke about the troubles on and off the pitch that had blighted their preparation.“It’s been a very challenging week,&...Full Story »

Head coach Ben Garner heaped praise on his Swindon side after they came from behind to win 3-1 at Scunthorpe.It has not been the easiest of preparations at the County Ground and Garner and director of football Ben Chorley have only had two weeks to get a squad together following the takeover of the club by Australian businessman Clem Morfuni.The Iron took the lead through Ryan Loft’s penal...Full Story »

Millwall boss Gary Rowett believes Jed Wallace proved his commitment to the club with his performance and goal celebration against QPR.The Lions began their Sky Bet Championship season with a 1-1 draw in west London, where Wallace ran to the opposite end of the pitch to celebrate in front of the away fans after firing in the opening goal.Rob Dickie’s brilliant strike hauled Rangers level j...Full Story »

Stoke boss Michael O’Neill praised his side’s character after a thrilling 3-2 win against Reading.The Potters were twice pegged back as goals from Nick Powell and Jacob Brown were cancelled out by John Swift and Liam Moore, but debutant Sam Surridge came off the bench to grab a late winner in an entertaining encounter at the Bet365 Stadium.It is the first time since 2009 that Stoke h...Full Story »

Danny Johnson scored a penalty in the sixth minute of stoppage-time as Mansfield beat Bristol Rovers 2-1 in Sky Bet League Two.A brilliant individual goal from Cian Harries looked to have rescued a 1-1 draw for Rovers but debutant Johnson kept his cool to send the goalkeeper the wrong way after Oli Hawkins had been tugged in the box by Mark Hughes.The visitors played the last 13 minutes with 10 ...Full Story »

Kilmarnock snatched a late 1-0 win at Queen of the South to maintain their 100 per cent start to the Scottish Championship season.Jason Naismith struck in time added on to ensure Killie kept pace with Partick Thistle and Inverness at the top of the fledgling table.Naismith fired low into the net when Rumarn Burrell slid him in.Liam Polworth had a first-half goal ruled out for offside for the vis...Full Story »

Gavan Holohan hit a brilliant late winner as Hartlepool marked their return to the EFL with a 1-0 win over Crawley in Sky Bet League Two.Holohan chested and then volleyed a lovely cross from debutant Tyler Burey into the bottom corner with two minutes remaining to secure three points.Pools, promoted via the National League play-offs in June after four years at that level, had their moments but h...Full Story »

A goal in each half helped Blackburn to a 2-1 opening-day Championship victory over Swansea in manager Russell Martin first game in charge of the visitors.In an end-to-end encounter, last season’s beaten play-off finalists were the architects of their own downfall, contributing to both Blackburn’s goals.The hosts pressed Swansea with purpose and were rewarded in the 36th minute throu...Full Story »

Shayne Lavery’s last-gasp equaliser earned newly-promoted Blackpool a 1-1 draw with Bristol City at Ashton Gate.The game was deep into stoppage time when Josh Bowler crossed low from the left for fellow substitute Lavery to fire home from close range.City had looked set for their first home win since January when Chris Martin powerfully headed home Andy King’s 44th-minute cross from ...Full Story »

Ebou Adams’ stoppage-time winner broke the hearts of League newcomers Sutton as Forest Green started life under new boss Rob Edwards with a 2-1 victory.Sutton started brightly enough in their first shot at League football in their 123-year history.Omar Bugiel was a threat against his former club and only a last-ditch foul from Jordan Moore-Taylor snuffed out his buccaneering run on goal.Ho...Full Story »

Defender Alex Baptiste snatched a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser to earn Sky Bet League One new boys Bolton a thrilling 3-3 draw with managerless MK Dons.Substitute Hiram Boateng appeared to seal a comeback win for the Dons who led 1-0, trailed 2-1 and then levelled with 23 minutes remaining.Instead, in the final extra minute, veteran Baptiste converted from close range to earn the home side d...Full Story »

Exeter and Bradford fought out an entertaining goalless draw as Sky Bet League Two kicked off at St James Park.In a surprisingly open start, Lee Angol crossed for the Bantams, but Andy Cook was unable to convert, while Matt Jay volleyed over from the edge of the penalty box for Exeter.Bradford began to get on top and create the better chances and Exeter’s debutant goalkeeper Cameron Dawson...Full Story »

Sunderland came from behind to beat Wigan 2-1 in their Sky Bet League One season opener at the Stadium of Light.Former Black Cats duo Charlie Wyke and Max Power started the game for the Latics after signing in the summer but it was their former team-mate Ross Stewart who hit the 53rd-minute winner on Wearside.Wigan took the lead in the 15th minute with a well worked move down the right-hand side...Full Story »

Newport experienced late delight on the Sky Bet League Two opening day as Kevin Ellison’s goal handed them a 1-0 victory away at Oldham.The hosts were without five key men due to Covid-19 protocols and lacked the necessary spark up top in the absence of Dylan Bahamboula and Hallam Hope.There were clamours for a red card in the first half as Carl Piergianni seemed to hold the neck of Camero...Full Story »

Paul Warne’s quest to earn a third promotion from Sky Bet League One got off to a solid start as his Rotherham side saw off Plymouth 2-0.First-half goals from Freddie Ladapo, against his former club, and Ben Wiles set Rotherham on their way to a fairly routine three points.Jordan Houghton almost made a great start to life as a Pilgrim but his volley whistled just over the bar.Ladapo was qu...Full Story »

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly planning to unveil Lionel Messi as their latest signing in a “mega event” at the iconic Eiffel Tower. Messi departed Barcelona on Thursday after his new contract failed to clear the salary cap rules in La Liga, with the Argentine a free agent for the first time in his career. The 34-year-old won an astonishing 34 trophies during his time with the ...Full Story »

FANS are convinced Jorginho is mocking England after dying his hair blond. Manchester City star Phil Foden, 21, paid tribute to Paul Gascoigne by bleaching his hair ahead of Euro 2020 - like Gazza did at Euro 96. Jorginho showed off his new bleached blond look with many fans quick to suggest he might be trolling Phil Foden The whole England squad agreed to follow suit if they went on to win t...Full Story »

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Cristian Romero was named Serie A Defender of the Year last season. Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of defender Cristian Romero from Atalanta, the club announced on Friday. Sources had told ESPN on Thursday the deal would be completed for €55 million ($65m). "I'm very happy to be wearing this shirt and to come to this club," Romero said in a video statement. "I want to than...Full Story »

BERNARDO SILVA is preparing showdown talks with Pep Guardiola in a bid to try and force through a move to Barcelona on the cheap. Portuguese midfielder Silva has asked to leave the Etihad this summer. Bernardo Silva wants talks with Pep Guardiola over his Man City future That was after he was deemed surplus to requirements following the £100m arrival of Jack Grealish. SunSport understa...Full Story »