New boss Craig Bellamy promised Wales will improve after 10-man Turkey denied him a debut win in the Nations League.Euro 2024 quarter-finalists Turkey held on for a 0-0 draw at Cardiff City Stadium, despite losing striker Baris Alper Yilmaz to a 62nd-minute red card for two bookable offences.Wales dominated possession, territory and goalscoring opportunities – having 15 shots compared to T...Full Story »

Wales began the Craig Bellamy era with a 0-0 Nations League draw against 10-man Turkey in Cardiff.New boss Bellamy did not get the victory he would have craved at kick-off but it was a positive performance from Wales against opponents who reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 this summer.Wales’ task was made slightly easier by the 62nd-minute dismissal of Baris Alper Yilmaz, banished for...Full Story »

Let's start our Daily Laugh today.   Time to use 100% Power Mudryk   Who will win Ballon d'or this year !?   Bolivia beat Venezuela 4-0 at home to secure their second win in 2026 World Cup qualifying   Toni Kroos became The First Player Since The Great Zidane to be Nominated for The Ballon D'or after Retiring from Football.   21-year run. The END of an ERA.. ...Full Story »

GABBY GEORGE is leaning on her superstar cousin Jesse Lingard to help her return from a lengthy injury. George, 27, has missed 11 months of action after suffering an ruptured ACL last October, just one month after joining Manchester United women from Everton. Gabby George is leaning on her cousin Jesse Lingard to help her return from injury Credit: Getty The Man Utd defender has been talking ...Full Story »

CRISTIANO RONALDO'S partner Georgina Rodriguez has made it to a special front cover. Georgina, 30, burst onto the scene in 2016 when she started dating Ronaldo, 39, and quickly became the most followed WAG on social media with 62.6million fans on Instagram alone. Cristiano Ronaldo's WAG Georgina Rodriguez posed on Forbes' 30 Under 30 Georgina shares a series of glam snaps on social media Cred...Full Story »

Jose Mourinho could raid his former club Chelsea, with the Turkish transfer window still open. Jose Mourinho could raid his former club Chelsea. (Image: Getty) Former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho could be the key to helping his former employers offload Ben Chilwell this summer, despite the UK transfer window being shut. The British transfer window may have slammed shut on August 30, but that doe...Full Story »

MANCHESTER CITY are keeping tabs on Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi's situation after Newcastle's failed bid to sign him in the summer. The Magpies launched four offers for Guehi, 24, with their most expensive bid costing an initial £60million with £5m in add-ons. Manchester City are monitoring Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi's situation Credit: PA However, that wasn't enough for Pala...Full Story »

Crystal Palace had already lined up a deal for Ebere Eze's replacement as Man Utd & Man City interest left Eagles 'convinced' England star would leave Eze linked with Man Utd and Man City Ended up staying at Crystal Palace Lined up a deal for Eze's replacement WHAT HAPPENED?According to the Daily Mail, United, City, and Tottenham expressed an interest in the England international t...Full Story »

Arsenal explored moves for Onana and Raphinha Arsenal explored deals for both Barcelona forward Raphinha and Aston Villa defensive midfielder Amadou Onana during the summer transfer, according to Team News and Ticks on Patreon. However, they both wanted to be guaranteed starters in the team, which was something Arsenal could not offer them. Raphinha has been constantly linked with the Gunner...Full Story »

Michael O’Neill praised the attitude of Conor Bradley after the Liverpool man put in another star performance in Northern Ireland’s 2-0 Nations League win over Luxembourg.Paddy McNair and Daniel Ballard got the goals inside the opening 17 minutes, but it was Bradley who provided the most constant threat down the right-hand side.The Liverpool man won the free-kick from which Ballard d...Full Story »

Steve Clarke refused to point the finger of blame at Grant Hanley for conceding the added-time penalty which helped Poland beat Scotland 3-2 win at Hampden Park.The Scots’ first encounter with top-tier Nations League football began by losing first-half goals to a Sebastian Syzmanski strike and a Robert Lewandowski penalty.However, in a turnaround  in the League A Group I opener, midfi...Full Story »

Scotland’s first encounter with top-tier Nations League football ended in despair as Nicola Zalewski’s penalty in added time handed Poland an undeserved 3-2 win at Hampden Park.Sebastian Szymanski’s long-distance strike gave ‎Michal Probierz’s visitors the lead after only eight minutes of the League A Group I opener.Scott McTominay thought he had levelled in the 23rd ...Full Story »

Early strikes from Paddy McNair and Daniel Ballard earned Northern Ireland a 2-0 victory over Luxembourg as they got their latest Nations League campaign off to a winning start.With both goals coming in the opening 17 minutes, the only disappointment was that Michael O’Neill’s side did not add to their tally as they dominated their first match at Windsor Park in 10 months.It was only...Full Story »

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Clubs can sign Crystal Palace attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze with an offer worth £68 million next year, reports the Daily Mail. It is reported that the release clause in the 26-year-old's contract can be activated with an upfront offer worth £60m as well as a further £8m in add-ons, and it is set to become active again at the end of the current season. Manchester City, Totten...Full Story »

Depay remains a free agent after terminating his contract with Atletico a year early last summer. Itatiaia Esporte says Corinthians are entering a tug of war for the 30-year-old's signature. The Brazilian giants have presented a contract proposal and are now waiting for a response from Depay. Corinthians is in 17th place in the Brazilian Serie A after 25 rounds. European clubs are still in...Full Story »

Who is Helen Flanagan's 'secret' boyfriend 'Halloween Hitman' ex-footballer Robbie Talbot Former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan has found love with a new ex-footballer Robbie Talbot and was forced to confess she was dating the 'Halloween Hitman' on Celebs Go Dating Helen Flanagan made a shocking admission on Celebs Go Dating (Image: E4) TV star Helen Flanagan has revealed a secret ex-f...Full Story »

Real Madrid have made Manchester City midfielder Rodri a transfer priority for next summer, says AS. Rodri, 28, is one of the best players in the world and is one of the favourites for the 2024 Ballon d'Or after he picked up the Premier League Player of the Year and Euro 2024 Player of the Tournament awards. Madrid are looking to sign Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies next summer on a ...Full Story »

JACK GREALISH enjoyed an incredible summer which included becoming an uncle and partying with Robbie Williams. The winger also made a return from injury to feature against Ipswich before starting in Manchester City's 3-1 thrashing of West Ham. He also met popstar Robbie Williams And partied at Creamfields festival with John McGinn He had a very busy August attending a festival and hanging ou...Full Story »

VICTOR OSIMHEN was given a hero's welcome to Galatasaray before even completing his switch. Osimhen was greeted by flare-wielding fans and chants late into the night after he landed in Turkey to finalise his move to Galatasaray. Victor Osimhen was given a hero's welcome to Galatasary in the early hours of the morning Credit: Getty Osimhen was swarmed by Galatasaray supporters upon his arrival...Full Story »

Greek Super League club eyeing move for Martial Greek side AEK Athens have approached Anthony Martial with a sizeable offer to sign the former Manchester United forward, according to SPORT24. Martial, who left Manchester United this summer after his contract expired at the end of the 2023-24 season, remains a free agent. Former Liverpool star Keita could move to Turkey Per journalist Ed A...Full Story »

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DAVID DE GEA'S wife has opened up about their long distance marriage as she revealed the couple live in different countries again. Edurne De Gea revealed that the pair are "more in love" than ever and denied any notion of a crisis as she explained their busy work schedules. The couple have rarely been able to live together since they met in 2010. The former Old Trafford keeper lived in Grea...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag's position at Manchester United is under real threat after a disastrous start to the season and the Red Devils may already have a replacement lined up Erik ten Hag's days at Manchester United could be numbered (Image: (Image: Getty)) Manchester United could have Erik ten Hag's replacement lined up if the struggling boss gets the boot. After another rough day at the office for Ten...Full Story »

GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ stunned in hotpants and fishnet stockings as she arrived in Italy for the Venice Film Festival. Cristiano Ronaldo's partner is visiting the country for her latest visit to the showpiece event. Georgina, 30, was pictured at a harbour wearing a full black outfit with a cap and sunglasses. And it was her hot pants paired with some eye-catching fishnet stockings that stole th...Full Story »

Victor Osimhen could still join Arsenal or Chelsea before the end of the season. Victor Osimhen could still join Arsenal or Chelsea before the end of the season (Image: GETTY) Victor Osimhen reportedly demanded a break clause as part of his loan deal with Galatasaray that would allow him to join Arsenal, Chelsea or Liverpool in January. Osimhen has joined the Turkish giants on loan after faili...Full Story »

JADE LEBOEUF risked a wardrobe malfunction as she went braless before changing into a bold black gown. The daughter of Chelsea legend Frank Leboeuf won a host of new admirers as she put on a racy display. Jade, 33, left little to the imagination with her latest post. The model and influencer has amassed an army of fans with her saucy snaps. And she boasts a tasty quarter of a million follo...Full Story »

Chelsea are ready to send out of favour defender Ben Chilwell on loan to Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce. Chelsea ready to part ways with Chilwell Defender linked with a move to Fenerbahce Could exit Stamford Bridge on loan WHAT HAPPENED?Per The Telegraph, Chelsea have agreed to part ways with Chilwell and he could head to Turkey on a loan deal. Earlier in the summer, the England internatio...Full Story »

Chelsea make Ben Chilwell transfer decision Per The Telegraph, Chelsea have agreed to part ways with Ben Chilwell and he could head to Turkey on a loan deal. The England international has been linked with a move to former Blues boss Jose Mourinho-managed Fenerbahce, although the Premier League giants have not received a formal offer from any Turkish Super Lig club. West Ham eyeing move for Hum...Full Story »

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Erik ten Hag has the full backing of Manchester United's new leadership team, according to chief executive Omar Berrada. United triggered a one-year extension to Ten Hag's contract in the summer. It was done despite United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS director of sport Sir Dave Brailsford sounding out a number of possible replacements including Thomas Tuchel and Roberto De Zerbi. Bo...Full Story »

Former Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has taken shots at the Red Devils while he talked about his future with the Portuguese national team. WHAT HAPPENED? Ronaldo made a fantastic return to Manchester United in the summer of 2021 and, while his first season back was a success, the second campaign was far from it as Erik ten Hag benched the striker after a string of underwhelming pe...Full Story »

Luis Suarez announced his retirement from the Uruguay national team in a news conference on Monday, saying he will step away from international duty after his team's World Cup qualifier against Paraguay on Friday. The former Liverpool and Barcelona star, who is now playing with Inter Miami in MLS, departs as Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals in 142 games across 17 years. "There...Full Story »

Former Premier League footballer John Paintsil, 43, who played for Fulham, West Ham and Leicester City and now works as Ghana’s assistant manager, has been rushed to hospital after a car crash John Paintsil earned cult hero status at Fulham (Image: Getty Images) Former Premier League star John Paintsil has been involved in a horrific car accident. The ex-Fulham, West Ham United and Leic...Full Story »

Galatasaray and Napoli agree to Osimhen loan deal Victor Osimhen has agreed to join Galatasaray on loan, Sky Sport in Italy reports . The striker will fly to Istanbul tonight and is due to undergo a medical on Tuesday. Osimhen was subject of intense interest from Chelsea on transfer Deadline Day last Friday. He has been frozen out of Napoli's squad under Antonio Conte after agitating for a mo...Full Story »

MODEL Mishel Gerzig seems to have earned her stripes by keeping up with reality TV star Kim Kardashian. The 27-year-old, wed to Real Madrid goalie Thibaut Courtois, 32, met Kim and family after a match in Spain. Mishel Gerzig shows off her incredible figure in this striped bikini Credit: Capture Media Agency Kim posted a pic captioned: “MADRID SOCCER MOM TOUR.” They tied the knot...Full Story »

Casemiro's wife launched a staunch defence of her husband after the Brazilian midfielder put in a dismal display against Liverpool at Old Trafford and was dragged off at half-time Manchester United flop Casemiro has been defended by his wife Anna Mariana (Image: FIFA via Getty Images) Casemiro’s wife defended her husband after he was substituted at half-time during Manchester United's ...Full Story »

Salford manager Karl Robinson praised his side’s performance as they edged a 1-0 victory over MK Dons in a closely-fought Monday night League Two encounter.Frankie Okoronkwo’s excellent solo effort on the stroke of half-time earned Salford their first win of the campaign against a Dons side who were amongst the promotion favourites this summer.Following a close-season squad overhaul,...Full Story »

A superb solo goal from debutant Frankie Okoronkwo saw Karl Robinson’s Salford City chalk up their first win of the season as they defeated his former side MK Dons 1-0.Salford largely had to hold off sustained pressure from the Dons for most of the first half – Alex Gilbey having his first-minute shot saved by Jamie Jones.Aaron Nemane caused plenty of problems for the hosts during th...Full Story »

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WHAT HAPPENED? Ronaldo's partner Georgina Rodriguez shared some moments from their holiday in Monaco on social media as the Al-Nassr star could be seen enjoying a short vacation before joining the Portugal squad in the upcoming international break. WHAT GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ SAID Rodriguez shared photographs and videos of their family trip as she kept her Instagram caption short and sweet. She w...Full Story »

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has signed a new contract. Jackson has extended his deal from 2031 to 2033. Asked about his striker on Sunday, Maresca said:  "The only thing I know is he's signing a new contract - I don't know how many years. "I'm very happy. Nicolas is doing a fantastic job with us, on and off the ball. He scored already two goals. "He scored again today. He had anot...Full Story »

Virgil van Dijk has warned Liverpool's title rivals he and his teammates are 'not satisfied with just competing' following Sunday's 3-0 thrashing of Manchester United. The Reds crushed their arch-rivals at Old Trafford, with Luis Diaz scoring a brace and Mohamed Salah finishing the job to punish some dreadful Man Utd mistakes. Man Utd 0-3 Liverpool player ratings: Reds find the new 'Vieira' ...Full Story »

Erling Haaland of Manchester City scored a brilliant hat-trick against Ipswich Manchester City star Erling Haaland is really taking off this season, as the striker splashed out £2.1million on private jets. The 24-year-old goal machine has already scored four times for his side in two games this term. And now his company accounts have revealed he's also got two planes to his name - as his ...Full Story »

Kylian Mbappe is up and running in La Liga for Real Madrid as the Frenchman scored both goals in a 2-0 win over Real Betis. WHAT HAPPENED? Mbappe had struggled in La Liga after scoring on his Real Madrid debut against Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup. The Frenchman failed to score in his first three league games as Los Blancos' attack failed to live up to the early hype. However, the former Pa...Full Story »

Carra: Salah is too good for Saudi  Sky Sports' Jamie Carragher on Mohamed Salah's future: "I think Mo Salah is obsessed, like Ronaldo, with records and longevity. Most of us think, when you get to 35, you're done in football. The way that lad looks after himself, I think he's thinking of playing until he's 40, or late 30s at least. " I don't think a Saudi situation is on the cards nex...Full Story »

Spain international Soler, 27, joined the Hammers on loan from Paris Saint-Germain on Deadline Day. Carlos Soler with partner Marta Marchena after signing for West Ham on Deadline DayMarta is known for being a social media influencer, model and fashion bloggerShe has a substantial following of 125,000 fans on InstagramMarta has shared a host of bikini pictures online He was introduced to the f...Full Story »

Arne Slot wants to enjoy Mohamed Salah’s talents for as long as possible after the Egyptian scored one and set up two goals in Liverpool’s 3-0 win away to rivals Manchester United.Salah, 32, is in the final season of his Liverpool contract and afterwards admitted he treated it as his last appearance at Old Trafford, but he used it to show he remains an elite talent as he twice set up...Full Story »

Under-pressure Steven Naismith insisted he can still turn things round after Hearts’ terrible start to the season continued with a sixth consecutive defeat at home to Dundee United.There was anger in the stands at Tynecastle as the Jambos went down 1-0 to the in-form Tannadice side, with defender Ross Graham firing in the only goal of the game in the 76th minute.Hearts have failed to win a...Full Story »

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder felt his side thoroughly deserved their 1-0 victory over a Watford team that had previously enjoyed a 100 per cent record this season.The only goal came in the second minute when keeper Daniel Bachmann, attempting to keep out Callum O’Hare’s cut-back, turned the ball into his own net.It could have been a more comfortable win for Wilder’s men, ...Full Story »

Derek McInnes insisted Kilmarnock’s late leveller in the 1-1 home draw with Hibernian was “the very least” his side deserved as he looked for a reset in the international break.The visitors took the lead in the 49th minute of their William Hill Premiership encounter through captain Joe Newell and it looked like David Gray’s side would leave Ayrshire with their first ...Full Story »

Arne Slot’s superb start to life at Liverpool continued as Luis Diaz scored twice in a 3-0 away win over rivals Manchester United that piled more problems at the door of Erik ten Hag.Liverpool were clinical as Mohamed Salah added a third early in the second half to make it three wins out of three for Slot, but this was a second defeat of the young season for a poor United side, and Ten Hag...Full Story »

Eddie Howe celebrated a “massive” win as Newcastle put their transfer window woes behind them to condemn Tottenham to a first Premier League defeat of the season at St James’ Park.Chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan was among the crowd as the Magpies scrapped their way to a 2-1 victory with a squad hit by injuries and arguably weakened by departures sanctioned in order to comply with sp...Full Story »

A second-minute Daniel Bachmann own goal was enough to give Sheffield United a 1-0 victory over Watford, ending their opponents’ 100 per cent record since the start of the season.It could have been a more comfortable win for Chris Wilder’s men, who saw Kieffer Moore miss a first-half penalty.Watford went into the game having won all five league and cup games, including Championship v...Full Story »

Pressure mounted on Steven Naismith after a second-half goal from Dundee United defender Ross Graham consigned beleaguered Hearts to a sixth consecutive defeat.The increasingly disillusioned Jambos support made their feelings clear towards their manager and the team during and at the end of their 1-0 loss at home to the in-form Tannadice side.While newly-promoted United head into the internation...Full Story »

Bruce Anderson’s late penalty gave bottom side Kilmarnock their first point of the William Hill Premiership season from a 1-1 draw with Hibernian.There was little between the sides at Rugby Park until the 49th minute when Hibs captain Joe Newell spectacularly curled a ball from distance into the Killie net.Derek McInnes’ side, who exited the Conference League qualifiers against Copen...Full Story »

Rangers manager Philippe Clement claimed there was much more to come from his side following their 3-0 defeat at Celtic and vowed they would show that in the New Year fixture.Celtic are already five points ahead of Clement’s side in the William Hill Premiership and have only suffered one defeat in 13 against their city rivals, that loss coming in May 2023 after they had already wrapped up ...Full Story »

Alexander Isak’s first goal of the season handed Newcastle a priceless 2-1 Premier League victory over Tottenham on an eventful afternoon at St James’ Park.The Sweden international struck 13 minutes from time to settle a pulsating encounter which the visitors dominated for long periods but were unable to convert the pressure into goals.Keeper Nick Pope, who was partially to blame for...Full Story »

Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Crystal Palace as Eberechi Eze’s excellent second-half strike earned Oliver Glasner’s side their first Premier League point of the season at Stamford Bridge.Fresh from scraping through their Conference League qualifier despite defeat to Servette on Thursday, Enzo Maresca saw his team dominate Palace in the first half as he sought back-to-bac...Full Story »

Celtic captain Callum McGregor underlined the difference in class between the William Hill Premiership champions and Rangers with a brilliant strike to round off a 3-0 Old Firm victory at Parkhead.McGregor delivered his second screamer of the season to add to first-half goals from Daizen Maeda and Kyogo Furuhashi as Celtic went above Aberdeen on goal difference and five points ahead of their cit...Full Story »

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Sean Dyche is under increasing pressure following Everton's dismal start to the campaign. Sean Dyche cut a frustrated figure after his side threw away a 2-0 lead against Bournemouth. (Image: Getty) The full-time boos told a story of their own. Leading 2-0 with less than 10 minutes to play, the despondent Goodison Park faithful were left in disbelief as Everton slumped to a 3-2 defeat. It mean...Full Story »

The Saints have agreed to pay £18million plus a further £7m in potential add-ons. Aaron Ramsdale has joined Southampton from ArsenalThe goalkeeper dressed up as Hagrid for his announcement videoRamsdale dressed up as Hagrid for the Championship Play-Off final And they announced his arrival with a hilarious social media post which involved the goalkeeper dressing up as Harry Potter ch...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED  are lining up a move for Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson — if they can raise the funds before the January transfer window. The Red Devils have started to look for a long-term replacement for  injury-hit Luke Shaw, 29. Antonee Robinson was previously linked with Man City, AC and Inter Credit: Getty American Robinson is in their sights because of his ability...Full Story »

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 »

Florian Wirtz was handed a surprise transfer advice by Germany legend Lothar Matthaus as Bayern Munich & English giants remain interested in him. WHAT HAPPENED?The 21-year-old playmaker, who played a pivotal role in Bayer Leverkusen’s domestic double-winning campaign, has become a hot commodity in the transfer market. His exceptional performances have caught the eye of Bundesliga po...Full Story »

Man Utd shortlist Robinson to replace Shaw Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson as they search for a long-term replacement for the injury-prone Luke Shaw, reports The Sun. The 29-year-old Shaw, who has been a mainstay in United's defence, has struggled with fitness issues in recent seasons, prompting the Red Devils to explore other options...Full Story »

The centre-back tragically passed away today aged just 39. Sol Bamba has died aged just 39Bamba with wife Chloe in 2020Bamba made 382 appearances in his senior career Bamba was known as one of the good guys of football and made 51 appearances for Leeds United and 24 for Middlesbrough. He played in the Premier League with Cardiff City in the 2018-2019 season after winning the Championship runn...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola claimed not even a defender with a gun could halt “unstoppable” Erling Haaland after his latest Manchester City hat-trick shot down West Ham 3-1.The 24-year-old scored the 24th treble of his career as City made it three wins from three Premier League matches.“We are happy for another hat-trick and the quality of the finishing but he was so involved with the game t...Full Story »

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has absolved star signing Kylian Mbappe of responsibility for the defensive lapses which have contributed to an indifferent start to the season.Having won only one of their three league fixtures to date, the LaLiga champions head into Sunday’s home clash with Real Betis sitting fifth in the table, seven points behind leaders Barcelona who have played a game...Full Story »

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin refused to get carried away after a stoppage-time strike from Kevin Nisbet extended his winning start to four straight league games and nine in all.Nisbet had come on as a first-half substitute for Jamie McGrath, who was sent to hospital after a clash of heads with Ross County defender Kacper Lopata in Dingwall, and the former Hibernian striker scored the decisive g...Full Story »

Leyton Orient manager Richie Wellens was scathing of his team after their 3-0 defeat at Shrewsbury and labelled it the worst performance since he took over.It left the Os rooted the foot of the fledgling League One table after a fourth successive defeat to launch the season.Shrewsbury had lost their first three games but changed their fortunes emphatically as on-loan Chelsea midfielder Leo Castl...Full Story »

VAR was the major talking point from a match between Ross County and Aberdeen that ended in a 1-0 win for the visitors in Dingwall.Both sides thought they had taken the lead, only for the technology to show otherwise, with County also awarded a penalty after review only for Ronan Hale’s effort to be saved.However, it was a stoppage-time finish from summer arrival Kevin Nisbet that proved d...Full Story »

Birmingham manager Chris Davies admitted the energy of his side ground down Wigan as they continued their solid start to the Sky Bet League One season with a 2-1 home win.Scott Wright marked his debut with an added-time winner for Davies’ side after Alfie May’s calm first-half finish after 18 minutes was cancelled out by Thelo Aasgaard’s 66th minute equaliser.Victory puts Birmi...Full Story »

Erling Haaland scored another hat-trick as Manchester City maintained their perfect record this season and moved to the top of the charts in front of watching Oasis star Noel Gallagher.Pep Guardiola’s masterplan was executed to perfection again as Haaland made it back-to-back trebles and seven goals in just three matches to bury West Ham 3-1.With Gallagher in the stands at the London Stadi...Full Story »

Charlie McCann’s late strike gave Forest Green a 2-1 win against Sutton in their Vanarama National League match at Gander Green Lane.Rovers made a bright start, with Christian Doidge seeing an early effort cleared off the line before Ryan Inniss headed over and Tom Knowles had a goal ruled out for offside.Doidge then did break the deadlock in the 30th minute when he headed in a long throw ...Full Story »

Barnsley head coach Darrell Clarke heaped praise on two-goal Adam Phillips as the Tykes produced a confident display to beat Crawley 3 -0 at the Broadfield Stadium.After defender Donovan Pines had headed Barnsley in front after 13 minutes, attacking midfielder Phillips burst through to double the advance before converting a penalty in first-half stoppage time having won the spot-kick.The victory...Full Story »

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is happy to finish August with six points on the board after his side secured a 2-1 win over Leicester to return to winning ways.Amadou Onana’s tap in at the back post and Jhon Duran’s header put Villa in control before Facundo Buonanotte brought Leicester back into the contest.Referee David Coote had awarded Leicester a penalty in stoppage time after Ezri...Full Story »

West Brom head coach Carlos Corberan felt his side beat Swansea in the dressing room before the game as they climbed into the Sky Bet Championship’s top two with a 1-0 win.Jayson Molumby’s first goal for 16 months gave Albion a deserved lead in time added on at the end of the first half to extend their unbeaten start.Corberan’s side dominated that first period and could easily ...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 »