Mikel Arteta hopes Arsene Wenger’s first trip back to the Emirates since leaving the club in 2018 was the first of many future visits by the former Arsenal boss.Wenger’s appearance capped a brilliant Boxing Day for the Gunners faithful who watched their side complete a 3-1 comeback to beat struggling West Ham.“There’s only one Arsene Wenger” erupted from the stands ...Full Story »

Ryan De Havilland scored a dramatic last-minute winner as Barnet defeated Boreham Wood 2-1 at the Hive Stadium, in a game which saw three red cards.Barnet went 1-0 up shortly after the half-time break when a shot fell in the path of Nicke Kabamba who rifled home.A turning point in the game came midway through the second half when an-off-the-ball incident led to two red cards for Wood’s Bru...Full Story »

New Charlton boss Dean Holden admitted his side deserved no more than a point after his managerial reign started with a 1-1 home draw against Peterborough.The Addicks are now winless in League One for more than two months, their last success coming at Shrewsbury on October 22.But the south Londoners had two big chances against Posh to build on a 1-0 lead handed them by Miles Leaburn’s 49th...Full Story »

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe refused to be drawn on whether his side were in the Premier League title race after their 3-0 win at Leicester.The Magpies moved up to second in the table after a sixth successive win, which came thanks to a stunning first half-hour at the King Power Stadium.Chris Wood’s penalty and a sublime Miguel Almiron strike put them 2-0 up after only seven minutes, with Joe...Full Story »

Sheffield Wednesday came from behind to beat 10-man Fleetwood 2-1 and extend their unbeaten League One run to 11 games.The hosts looked lively from the word go and had to wait less than 10 minutes for the opener.They worked it left to right before the ball found its way to Shaun Rooney, who rifled an unstoppable effort past the helpless Cameron Dawson.But it didn’t last long as George Byer...Full Story »

Myles Weston scored the only goal of the game as play-off chasing Dagenham earned a hard-fought 1-0 win over Maidstone in the National League.Weston broke the deadlock in the 37th minute as he cut in from the right to get on his preferred left foot before curling a shot beyond goalkeeper Dan Barden.Paul McCallum had a great chance to double the home side’s lead 20 minutes from time when he...Full Story »

Plymouth Argyle remained top of League One after Morgan Whittaker’s late goal sealed a 1-0 win at Cheltenham.Argyle had won on their previous five league visits to Cheltenham and Whittaker made it six in a row with a shot into the bottom right corner 12 minutes from the end.The first half was well contested, but neither goalkeeper had a save to make.Town striker Alfie May curled a shot wid...Full Story »

Newcastle showed they can be part of the Premier League title race, moving  second in the table with a 3-0 win at Leicester.The six-week break has not derailed what is turning out to be a memorable season under Eddie Howe and the Magpies eased to the three points at the King Power after a sensational opening 32 minutes.Chris Wood’s penalty and a sublime Miguel Almiron strike put them ...Full Story »

Tempers flared at Plough Lane as AFC Wimbledon drew 1-1 with Newport in a tense Sky Bet League Two clash.Ethan Chislett gave the Dons the lead with an incredible free-kick 10 minutes into the second half after Ayoub Assal drew a foul at full pace.However, the game was turned on its head less than 10 minutes later when Wimbledon striker Kyle Hudlin was sent off for an off-the-ball headbutt on Aar...Full Story »

Ellis Simms slotted home a stoppage-time winner as Sunderland claimed a dramatic 2-1 win over Blackburn at the Stadium of Light.Simms left the bench in the closing stages of the game to make a decisive intervention as he found the net following a square ball from Dan Ballard.His composed finish settled things after Ross Stewart had scored a goal at either end.Promotion hopefuls Blackburn would h...Full Story »

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has made Marcus Rashford's new contract a priority. United have just triggered the 12 month option in Rashford's deal, but Ten Hag is eager to secure the striker long-term. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports getting the No 10 to pen a new deal has become an 'obsession' for Ten Hag behind the scenes. "Behind the scenes, Erik ten Hag is pushing Man Utd...Full Story »

Newcastle's manager, Eddie Howe, during his side's Carabao Cup victory over Bournemouth. Eddie Howe would later admit he was not really thirsty but that failed to prevent Newcastle's manager from unscrewing the top of the small bottle of water in front of him and taking a long, very slow, sip. It was such an obvious timewasting tactic that, by the time he put it back on the table, laughter fill...Full Story »

Big money bids are already being readied, with Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea among those who have hinted they are ready to splurge on key personnel. Jurgen Klopp has already welcomed major investment, while Graham Potter wants firepower at Chelsea and Erik ten Hag has confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will be replaced mid-season. Some deals have already been rubber-stamped, with two you...Full Story »

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has reached an "agreement in principle" to renew his contract at Paris St-Germain. Messi, 35, who led Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar, is out of contract at the French club in June 2023. Earlier this week Barcelona president Joan Laporta said he "would love" Messi to return to the Spanish club where he spent 21 years. But his biographer Guillem Balague s...Full Story »

Atletico Madrid agree personal terms with SoyuncuLeicester City centre-back Caglar Soyuncu has agreed to personal terms with Atletico Madrid on a contract that will keep him at the club until 2027, says Nicolo Schira. The transfer is expected to be completed in July, but Atletico is reportedly working to bring the move forward to January if they can free up a roster spot by selling a current ce...Full Story »

Man Utd fans sang 'I don't care about Ronny' during their game against Burnley Credit: Tik Tok @therealslimshivy The chant was aimed at former player Cristiano Ronaldo Credit: Rex Ronaldo saw his contract with the club mutually terminated after his explosive interview with Piers Morgan. While the current side did the business on the pitch, dispatching the Championship side 2-0, fans were voic...Full Story »

Summary Man Utd overtake Liverpool in race for Enzo Fernandez (Andrade) Newcastle could move for Ziyech (CBS Sports) Man Utd overtake Liverpool in race for Enzo Fernandez (Andrade) Journalist Bruno Andrade has claimed that Manchester United are 'overtaking' Liverpool in the race for Enzo Fernandez. He said on Twitter: "There are already ongoing conversations between all involved."...Full Story »

Substitute Leighton McIntosh enjoyed a stunning impact with two late goals to secure Cove Rangers a 2-0 cinch Championship home win over bottom side Hamilton.Both previous meetings in the league between these teams this season had finished in draws and Friday’s game looked to be heading the same way.Hamilton came closest to breaking the deadlock when captain Andy Ryan hit the crossbar from...Full Story »

The Magpies are flying high in the Premier League as they currently sit in third place ahead of the return of top flight football. Memphis Depay played a part in the Netherland’s World Cup campaign in Qatar, featuring in all five of their games.Credit: Getty Images - Getty Eddie Howe’s men have been nothing short of breathtaking at times so far this season and reports are suggestin...Full Story »

Leeds & Lyon battle for Mason HolgateLeeds and Lyon have both asked Everton about the availability of Mason Holgate, according to The Sun. Everton are keen to trim their wage bill and could be tempted to sell Holgate in January, particularly as the club are well stocked for defenders currently. PSG want Man Utd's Fred (Sun) Paris Saint-Germain are planning a shock move for Man Utd mid...Full Story »