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Fabian Hurzeler will ‘stay humble’ despite impressive start to life at Brighton

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

New Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler is not getting carried away after marking his Premier League debut with a 3-0 victory at 10-man Everton.The 31-year-old, who arrived from St Pauli in the summer, saw goals from Kaoru Mitoma, Danny Welbeck and Simon Adingra burst the early-season optimism at Goodison Park.And he was pleased to see the work he has done in pre-season pay off.“I’m ...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta hails Bukayo Saka’s starring role in Arsenal’s win over Wolves

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Mikel Arteta praised an “unbelievable” contribution from Bukayo Saka after the winger fired in Arsenal’s second goal in their 2-0 win over Wolves at the Emirates to kick off their Premier League campaign.The Gunners are looking to end a 21-year wait for the title, having finished second to Manchester City in each of the last two seasons, missing out by two points in May despite...Full Story »

Andy Cook effort should have stood, claims Bradford boss Graham Alexander

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Bradford boss Graham Alexander insisted Andy Cook was wrongly denied a goal in their goalless draw against Salford.Cook thought he had broken the deadlock in the second half when his shot was cleared off the line by Stephan Negru, with the Bantams arguing the ball was already in.Alexander said: “It is over the line.“It’s a difficult job officiating games and the speed of it. Bu...Full Story »

One of my best days in management – Paul Cook lauds Chesterfield display

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Paul Cook said Chesterfield’s stunning 5-0 romp at Crewe was “one of my best days in management”.The Spireites’ three-goal blitz inside the opening 12 minutes set them on the way, with James Berry netting twice and Will Grigg also on target.Skipper Tom Naylor punished the hosts’ tame defending after 28 minutes before Armando Dobra added a fifth in the second half as...Full Story »

Reading boss Ruben Selles can not wait for ‘suffering’ of last season to be over

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Reading manager Ruben Selles admitted he could not wait for the “suffering” of last season to be over after they earned a 2-0 League One win over Wigan, with the arrival of prospective new owner Rob Couhig now imminent.The 75-year-old American financier and members of his consortium watched on as Reading eased to their first victory of the league campaign, with goals from Charlie Sav...Full Story »

Tony Docherty reveals Dundee players ‘angry’ not to keep clean sheet in big win

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Dundee boss Tony Docherty revealed his players were angry with themselves despite their emphatic Premier Sports Cup win over 10-man Airdrie.The Dark Blues shared six goals between themselves to seal a quarter-final spot, with Seb Palmer-Houlden, Jordan McGhee, Scott Tiffoney, Antonio Portales, Curtis Main and Lyall Cameron on the scoresheet.However, it was Adam Frizzell’s consolation strik...Full Story »

Jimmy Thelin admits Aberdeen need to start taking their chances

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Aberdeen boss Jimmy Thelin admits his side have to be more clinical after they had to rely on a stoppage-time goal from debutant Topi Keskinen to progress in the Premier Sports Cup.The Dons had the better of the game against Championship opposition in Queen’s Park, but could have fallen behind had Zak Rudden been more clinical after a Jack Milne error.Spiders keeper Calum Ferrie made sever...Full Story »

Gateshead avenge bad tackle on Greg Olley to beat 10-man Woking and keep pace

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Gateshead avenged a bad tackle on Greg Olley by claiming a 2-0 Vanarama National League victory over 10-man Woking at Kingfield Stadium.Woking captain Dion Kelly-Evans was sent off for taking Olley out from behind in the 13th minute and once the teams had returned to their changing rooms – with the midfielder receiving lengthy treatment – the officials signalled a further delay of 30...Full Story »

Scott Lindsey hails ‘outstanding’ Crawley as they maintain impressive start

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Scott Lindsey felt his Crawley side were worthy winners after they won their first away game of the season at Cambridge.The Reds have won both of their Sky Bet League One matches following promotion as well as progressing in the EFL Cup, while Cambridge are yet to pick up a point and also exited the cup on Tuesday.Ade Adeyemo made amends for missing a huge chance by netting the winner four minut...Full Story »

Michael Duff warns Huddersfield over complacency

Posted Sunday, August 18, 2024 by PA

Huddersfield manager Michael Duff admitted he has warned his side over complacency despite running out 2-1 winners over Stevenage.Josh Koroma and Ben Wiles were on target for the Terriers with Harvey White’s stoppage-time penalty coming too late for the visitors to salvage anything.But it could have been a different story if Elliott List had take advantage of a golden opportunity moments a...Full Story »

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