Walk-on girls were axed in 2018, but they're set for a comeback It's been a whopping six-and-a-half years since we last saw the glamorous walk-on girls at the darts. In 2018, the PDC made the sudden decision to ditch the tradition amidst claims of sexism. This move ignited a fiery backlash from both fans and players alike, with big names like Raymond van Barneveld joining tens of thousands in ...Full Story »

Carlisle have parted company with manager Paul Simpson in the wake of Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at home to Tranmere.A brace from former United striker Omari Patrick consigned Carlisle to a fourth loss in five games in all competitions this season.The Cumbrian club announced in a statement on a Saturday night that 58-year-old Simpson, who had taken charge of Carlisle for a second time in 2022, ...Full Story »

Kamari Doyle marked his full EFL debut with a stunning left-footed free-kick to set Exeter on their way to a 2-0 win at Bolton in League One.And manager Gary Caldwell reckons the 19-year-old former Southampton academy player, dubbed ‘the Ward-Prowse apprentice’ by Exeter’s social media team, is even stronger with his right foot.The Brighton loanee’s corner then led to Mil...Full Story »

Steven Schumacher admitted he was pleased with Stoke’s start to the season following Saturday’s narrow 1-0 Championship win at former club Plymouth.Dutch forward Million Manhoef scored an all-important 83rd-minute winner after being denied by a string of Conor Hazard saves until then.“It was big three points that we needed,” admitted the Stoke boss.“I am drained. Fo...Full Story »

Accrington’s 1-1 draw with Colchester was overshadowed by an allegation of racist abuse aimed at U’s forward Samson Tovide.Kesley Mooney gave Stanley a 25th-minute lead before substitute Ben Goodliffe levelled for Colchester five minutes from time.However, in the final minute, Tovide appeared visibly upset after he reported something was said from the crowd as he waited for an Accrin...Full Story »

Johnnie Jackson called on AFC Wimbledon’s players not to get complacent after they recorded their third League Two win in four games with a 1-0 victory against Fleetwood.Josh Neufville scored in the 28th minute to cap a great week for the Dons, who beat Premier League side Ipswich in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.Fleetwood pushed for an equaliser during a physical second half but Jackson&rs...Full Story »

Scott Wright marked his deadline day transfer from Rangers by coming off the bench to score an added-time winner as Birmingham beat brave Wigan 2-1 in Sky Bet League One.After an even start Birmingham took an 18th-minute lead through a beautifully crafted goal which started when Christoph Klarer threaded a pass into Willum Willumsson in the centre circle.The Iceland international turned and play...Full Story »

Brett McGavin struck twice as Yeovil toppled 10-man Boston 3-1 in their Vanarama National League clash at Jakemans Community Stadium.McGavin fired a superb free-kick in the seventh minute to get the visitors off to a strong start but the score was levelled shortly after when Tony Weston’s astute pass was stabbed home by Sam Osborne.Boston were back in the hunt as they searched for their se...Full Story »

It was a tale of two penalties as Lincoln edged a narrow 1-0 away win to Stevenage in League One.The first was not given as Elliott List broke through the middle of the Lincoln defence and went to ground under a tackle.The referee was unsighted and did not get any advice from his linesman that would have pleased the home fans.Seven minutes later – with 72 on the clock – he did see a ...Full Story »

Wrexham made it three wins out of four in League One after recording a 2-0 win at Peterborough.Goals from Jack Marriott and Max Cleworth proved to be the difference in the tie at the Weston Homes Stadium.Malik Mothersille should have opened the scoring when he poked a low cross from Abraham Odoh wide after 18 minutes.Wrexham punished them after 27 minutes when a Marriott shot deflected off Oscar...Full Story »

David McGoldrick scored twice as Notts County came from behind to win at Swindon.Swindon drew first blood as new-boy Gavin Kilkenny took just 21 minutes to slam in his maiden Robins goal as the former Bournemouth midfielder drove forward and picked his spot from 20 yards out.Seconds earlier, Joel Cotterill had volleyed just wide after teeing himself up with a gorgeous flick over a defender&rsquo...Full Story »

Colchester substitute Ben Goodliffe scored a late equaliser to snatch a 1-1 draw and deny Accrington their first win of the season.After a lively start by both sides, Stanley opened the scoring after 25 minutes when Tyler Walton sent Shaun Whalley surging into the area and he pulled the ball back for Kesley Mooney to run onto and fire into the far corner of the net.Colchester came close to equal...Full Story »

Omari Patrick’s brace helped Tranmere maintain their unbeaten start in League Two with a 2-1 win over Carlisle at Brunton Park.Former Carlisle man Patrick opened the scoring for Rovers early on, but Archie Davies responded immediately for the Cumbrians.Patrick then restored Tranmere’s lead just before half-time with a brilliant strike and that was enough to seal all three points for ...Full Story »

Doncaster manager Grant McCann praised the way his side stood up to the challenge after holding off a late fightback to edge a 3-2 League Two win away to Port Vale.Luke Molyneux bagged his fourth and fifth goals of the season either side of providing an assist for Billy Sharp, while Ryan Croasdale and Ethan Chislett (penalty) replied for Vale, who are now winless in three league outings.Victory ...Full Story »

Blackpool interim manager Richard Keogh is concerned that his players “keep getting punished for every little mistake we’re making” after their 2-2 comeback draw against Wycombe.The Chairboys took the lead through a Garath McCauley rebound, but that was cancelled out by Kyle Joseph before half-time.A second-half screamer from Dan Udoh looked to have won it for Wycombe, but Jake...Full Story »

John Eustace praised the quality of summer signing Andreas Weimann after his wonder strike rescued a point for Blackburn against Burnley in the east Lancashire derby.The hosts dominated the match creating by far the greater chances after taking the lead through Lyle Foster.But Weimann’s second goal of the league campaign, a 25-yard effort into the top corner, ensured the points were shared...Full Story »

Ten-man Blackburn held off the challenge of a dominant Burnley side to grab a point in a fiery east Lancashire derby which finished 1-1 at Turf Moor.The hosts enjoyed the bulk of possession and the better chances on an afternoon when Rovers striker Makhtar Gueye saw red for a second bookable offence for brandishing an imaginary yellow card.But while they played more than half an hour a man down ...Full Story »

Managerless Blackpool twice came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against Wycombe in the Sky Bet League One contest at Bloomfield Road.Garath McCleary’s opener was cancelled out by a Kyle Joseph header in the first half and Jake Beesley levelled late on after a Daniel Udoh screamer had put the visitors in the driving seat.Blackpool had the better of the early stages but were caught napping...Full Story »

Doncaster made it three League Two wins out of four as they held off a late fightback to edge a 3-2 victory away to Port Vale.Luke Molyneux bagged his fourth and fifth goals of the season either side of providing an assist for Billy Sharp, while Ryan Croasdale and Ethan Chislett (penalty) replied for Vale, who are now winless in three league outings.Three points for Rovers sees them move up to s...Full Story »

JACK GREALISH has shared a heartwarming post celebrating the 21st birthday of his sister, Hollie. Manchester City star Grealish posted a collection of photos of him and his younger sibling to commemorate the milestone. Jack Grealish shared a heartwarming 21st birthday post for sister Hollie Credit: Instagram @jackgrealish In June he spoke of his pride for Hollie, who has cerebral palsy, as sh...Full Story »