Jack Stevens’ brace earns Solihull victory against Woking
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Jack Stevens scored twice as Solihull came from behind to claim a 2-1 win against Woking at Damson Park.The visitors had taken an eighth-minute lead when Harry Beautyman slotted home from a free-kick, but were denied a second when Cian Harries had a penalty saved in the 31st minute.Seven minutes later, Woking striker Charley Kendall – who was not on the pitch but warming up – was sen...Full Story »
Aldershot and Southend play out goalless draw
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Southend registered a second successive clean sheet in the National League following a goalless draw at Aldershot.A last-ditch challenge from Shrimpers defender Adam Crowther prevented Jack Barham giving the hosts an early lead in a tight first half.With both sides struggling to create clear chances, Shots goalkeeper Marcus Dewhurst turned away a header from Gus Scott-Morriss in the second perio...Full Story »
Erling Haaland scores twice as Manchester City hammer Sparta Prague
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Erling Haaland maintained his phenomenal Champions League scoring rate with two more as Manchester City eased to a 5-0 win over Sparta Prague on Wednesday.Phil Foden, John Stones and Matheus Nunes also struck as City broke a Manchester United record for the most consecutive games unbeaten in the competition in a one-sided contest at the Etihad Stadium.Haaland’s double took his goal tally t...Full Story »
Darwin Nunez nets winner as Liverpool continue impressive form under Arne Slot
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Darwin Nunez’s first-half goal was enough to earn Liverpool a 1-0 Champions League win at RB Leipzig as the outstanding start to Arne Slot’s reign continued in Germany.Against a club that will soon become a concern of former Reds boss Jurgen Klopp, Slot’s men set two new club records – the first Liverpool side to win their first six away games of a season and the first to...Full Story »
AFC Fylde secure first away win of the season as Kevin Phillips tastes victory
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
AFC Fylde claimed a first away win of the season and Kevin Phillips’ first win since taking charge with a 2-1 victory at Boston, who slumped to a fifth straight National League defeat.It looked like the sides were going to head into the break on level terms until Pemi Aderoju nodded the hosts in front in the second minute of added time.Fylde skipper Corey Whelan equalised with a volley fro...Full Story »
Wayne Rooney’s travel woes continue as Millwall beat Plymouth
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Wayne Rooney suffered another bout of travel sickness as Plymouth slipped to a 1-0 defeat at Millwall.A first-half goal from 19-year-old Lions winger Romain Esse piled on the away-day misery for the former England captain.Rooney’s Argyle side are now winless in all six matches on the road this season, picking up just one point and scoring only one goal, on their travels.But their form at H...Full Story »
Sam Ashford scores twice as Wealdstone beat Braintree
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Sam Ashford scored twice as Wealdstone came from behind to secure a 3-2 win against Braintree in the National League.Ashford opened the scoring for the home side after just 10 minutes before Louie Annesley hauled Braintree level a few minutes later.Callum Powell was then on target as the visitors secured a half-time advantage.But Alex Reid’s strike in the 54th minute ensured his side were ...Full Story »
Nothing to separate Blackburn and West Brom at Ewood Park
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Blackburn’s perfect home start in the Championship was ended after they were held to a 0-0 draw by West Brom.Given these sides have identical league records, it was perhaps unsurprising they could not be separated.They both had their opportunities, with Yuki Ohashi firing wide in the second half for the hosts, who had won all five league games this term at Ewood Park.The best chances fell ...Full Story »
Zian Flemming rescues Burnley a point at Hull
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Zian Flemming scored his first Burnley goal to rescue a 1-1 draw for his side at Hull.The Dutchman headed home inside the final quarter of an hour after Xavier Simons had opened the scoring with a deflected strike just before the break – the first time the Clarets had conceded in 453 minutes.Jaidon Anthony spurned a gilt-edged chance to claim all three points for the visitors in the dying ...Full Story »
Celtic’s Italian job shows they can hang with Europe’s elite – Brendan Rodgers
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers believes his players can take major confidence from a clean sheet in Italy as he hailed their courage in bouncing back from the heavy defeat against Borussia Dortmund.Rodgers’ side held Europa League champions Atalanta to a goalless draw in Bergamo three weeks after conceding seven goals in Germany.Celtic had to withstand some periods of sustained pressure bu...Full Story »
Celtic keep Atalanta at bay in Champions League
Posted Thursday, October 24, 2024 by PA
Celtic produced an impressive response to their thrashing in Dortmund by holding Atalanta to a goalless Champions League draw in Italy.Brendan Rodgers’ side followed their 7-1 defeat by Borussia Dortmund by keeping their first clean sheet at this level since a 3-0 win at Anderlecht seven years ago.The Scottish champions had to withstand spells of sustained pressure with the Europa League h...Full Story »
'It's sh*t he does something like that!' - Did former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp sell his soul by joining Red Bull?
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Goal.com
The German's past and future are essentially colliding in Leipzig on Wednesday, as the row over his alleged hypocrisy rages on
On October 9, Kevin Grosskeutz woke up to more than 30 messages on his phone, all saying the same thing: Jurgen Klopp was joining Red Bull. Grosskreutz couldn’t believe what he was reading; he didn’t want to. He had played under Klopp at Borussia Dortmund,...Full Story »
From 'The Special One' to 'The Crying One': Jose Mourinho's sad demise is continuing at Fenerbahce - and Man Utd have nothing to fear against former boss in Europa League reunion
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Goal.com
The Portuguese tactician has endured a turbulent start to life in Turkey, and Thursday's meeting with the Red Devils could bring more misery
“That culture makes it fun,” Jose Mourinho said after receiving a rapturous welcome from around 30,000 feral Fenerbahce fans at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in June. “It’s for the president, the directors, the board to be stable an...Full Story »
Man Utd explore re-signing Gomes from Lille
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Manchester United have been handed a major boost as they chase a former player.The Red Devils are showing some interest in bringing Angel Gomes back to the club.
The diminutive England international left for Lille a few years ago, but has impressed in France.
The now 24-year-old is likely to be out of contract at the end of this season, as he does not want to sign a new deal.
Gomes is ready...Full Story »
Real Madrid target Acheampong FROZEN OUT by Chelsea chiefs
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Chelsea find themselves in a tough situation involving an academy starlet this season.The Blues are in a contract stand-off with their 18-year-old academy star Josh Acheampong.Per The Mail, the Premier League side felt they had agreed a long-term deal with the defender.
However, Acheampong did not commit to that deal, even though he had verbally agreed.
He has been linked to top teams, such ...Full Story »
Exclusive: Liverpool eye three transfer targets as Alexander-Arnold to be offered huge Real Madrid deal
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Carlo Ancelotti (Photos by Carl Recine, Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images)
Real Madrid are planning to offer Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold a contract in the range of £14-15million per year extending until the 2029-2030 season.
Sources close to the situation have informed CaughtOffside that, the La Liga giants have been in discussions with Alexander-Ar...Full Story »
Daily Laugh - Vinicius vs Dortmund (Hat-Trick)
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by 7M Sport
Let's start our Daily Laugh today.
Vinicius vs Dortmund (Hat-Trick)Real Madrid 5-2 Dortmund
Leny Yoro finally backbut Luke Shaw..
look at it
Barcelona fans watching Real Madrid tonight
DREAMS COME TRUE.
Christian Benteke Really OUTSCORED Lionel Messi & Luis Suarez!
WHAT A PERFORMANCE!
Please stay tuned on Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow!
(Credit: Just to...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Ajax considering re-signing Antony from United
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Goal.com
Ajax considering re-signing Antony from United
Ajax are reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing winger Antony back from Manchester United, according to De Telegraaf.
Discussions are said to be taking place within Ajax's hierarchy regarding the potential move, though there are concerns about the 24-year-old's mentality following a challenging spell at Old Trafford. Recent reports sug...Full Story »
Liverpool and Chelsea target with six G/A offered €6m pay rise by European table toppers
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Napoli have drawn up a new contract for star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia which will see the Georgian star receive a €5m/€6m pay rise at the Italian club.
Napoli ready to offer Khvicha Kvaratskhelia a new deal
The 23-year-old has attracted a lot of attention since moving to Naples in 2022 with Kvaratskhelia’s performances during the 2022/23 campaign helping Napoli win Serie...Full Story »
Man Utd 'open talks with Xavi' over replacing Erik ten Hag as Omar Berrada flies to Spain
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Express.co.uk
Xavi Hernandez has emerged as a contender to replace Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager after holding two rounds of talks with the club, according to reports. The former Barcelona boss has entered the frame, with Ten Hag still under severe pressure to improve results after a dismal start to the season.
United eased the ongoing scrutiny of the Dutchman by producing an encouraging performa...Full Story »
Kompany hails Barcelona for potential Messi replacement, Yamal
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by ESPN
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany says it is exceptional that Barcelona have potentially found a Lionel Messi replacement in Lamine Yamal so soon after the Argentine left the club.
Messi, now at Inter Miami, left Barca in 2021, with Yamal, a left-footed attacker who plays on the right, emerging from the academy to make his first team debut as a 15-year-old in 2023.
The 17-year-old has since ...Full Story »
COL-FIDENT Real reason Coleen Rooney finally felt able to sign up for I’m A Celebrity revealed – & it’s good news for husband Wayne
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
COLEEN Rooney signed up to I’m A Celebrity because she finally trusts husband Wayne to behave — after 22 years together.
The couple started dating aged 16 and wed in 2008, but mum-of-four Coleen told pals she only now has confidence that her scandal-hit other half can keep out of trouble.
Coleen Rooney signed up to I’m A Celebrity because she finally trusts husband Wayne to b...Full Story »
Kevin De Bruyne and his stunning WAG 'prefer the US over Saudi' as club emerge as frontrunners
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk
Kevin De Bruyne could be on his way out of Manchester City (Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)
Kevin De Bruyne could be on his way to the USA with stunning WAG Michele Lacroix snubbing Saudi Arabia as she can't 'see herself raising her children in the Middle East'
Kevin De Bruyne and his stunning WAG Michele Lacroix would prefer a move to the USA over Saudi Arabia.
De Bruyne, 33, has been t...Full Story »
BACK OF THE NET Jose Mourinho reveals the four reasons he loves living in a hotel as ex-Man Utd manager dubbed ‘Alan Partridge’
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
JOSE MOURINHO has many reasons why he prefers to stay in a hotel rather than find a new home when he takes over at football clubs.
Which might explain why he's checked-in to a new hotel since moving to Istanbul.
Fans think that Jose Mourinho is just like Alan Partidge after learning that he has been living in hotels for years
The Special One spent the entirety of his two-and-a-half year stint...Full Story »
Johnnie Jackson delighted with AFC Wimbledon’s response in Morecambe victory
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Johnnie Jackson praised AFC Wimbledon’s response to their weekend defeat at Notts County as they eased their way to a 3-0 win against bottom club Morecambe.James Tilley set Jackson’s side on course for victory in the 52nd minute before Omar Bugiel and Matty Stevens struck to secure the south-west London club’s fifth successive victory win.The triumph leaves them just two points...Full Story »
David Artell feels Grimsby squad are ‘together as a bunch’ after more away joy
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Grimsby boss David Artell praised his players’ commitment after a 1-0 win at Tranmere saw them move up into the Sky Bet League Two play-off placesA second half strike from on-loan Coventry forward Justin Obikwu was the difference as The Mariners recorded a fourth consecutive win on the road.Luke Morris twice had opportunities to open the scoring for Rovers – and on both occasions was...Full Story »
Danny Webb left frustrated by Chesterfield’s failure to beat Colchester
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Chesterfield assistant manager Danny Webb admitted his side lacked quality in the 1-1 draw with Colchester.United opened the scoring in the sixth minute through Jack Payne’s close-range strike, but Will Grigg equalised in the second half with his sixth goal in five games.It was a frustrating performance from Chesterfield as they had many chances in the second half to grab three points.Webb...Full Story »
Richie Wellens delighted to end barren home run with victory over Rotherham
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Richie Wellens praised Leyton Orient after finally recording their first home win of Sky Bet League One in the 1-0 victory over Rotherham.Orient had failed to win any of their previous five league encounters at Gaughan Group Stadium, but a second-half header by central defender Dan Happe from a set-piece proved decisive to end the barren run at the sixth time of asking.“The players have be...Full Story »
‘Unacceptable’ performance hurts Stevenage boss Alex Revell
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Stevenage manager Alex Revell described his side’s performance as “unacceptable” after they fell to a 2-0 loss at home to Cambridge in League One.It was a second win on the bounce for the U’s following their victory over Wigan by the same scoreline, ending nine games without a success.Korey Smith scored in the 32nd minute before Sullay Kaikai wrapped things up at the deat...Full Story »
Andy Woodman hails Bromley’s character after overdue win
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Bromley manager Andy Woodman hailed the character of his side as they ended an 11-game search for victory by toppling high-flying Doncaster.Ben Thompson’s 20th-minute strike against the run of play was enough for Bromley to collect their first win since the second weekend of the season as they battled superbly and showed tremendous organisation to shut out Rovers.Woodman tipped his hat to ...Full Story »
Graham Alexander felt Bradford should have beaten Cheltenham
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Graham Alexander was left frustrated as Bradford’s three-match winning run was ended by a 1-1 draw at Cheltenham.Neill Byrne put the Bantams ahead inside five minutes, but Luke Young smashed in a long-range equaliser 10 minutes later and Bradford did not regain control until after half-time.They controlled much of the second period, but could not find a winner and missed out on a chance to...Full Story »
Charlie Raglan salves point for Oldham at Maidenhead
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Charlie Raglan struck a late equaliser as Oldham came back to draw 2-2 with Maidenhead in the National League.James Golding opened the scoring for Maidenhead after just 14 minutes.After Manny Monthe’s own goal helped them double their lead, the defender made up for his mistake with a goal at the right end to give Oldham hope.And they secured a point when Raglan netted with 10 minutes remai...Full Story »
Stephen Clemence ‘proud’ of Barrow’s display despite late draw with Notts County
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Stephen Clemence admitted he was “proud” of Barrow’s first point in three games after a 1-1 draw with Notts County.David McGoldrick netted his sixth goal of the campaign in the third minute of stoppage time to move the Magpies up to third in the table after he had been pulled down by Chris Stokes to deny the Cumbrians victory.Rory Feely had given Barrow the lead in the seventh ...Full Story »
Tamworth held by 10-man Yeovil
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Yeovil held out for a 0-0 National League draw at Tamworth after having Morgan Williams sent off at the Lamb Ground.Williams was shown a straight red card with around 20 minutes of the contest remaining following a challenge on Rico Browne, but Tamworth were unable to find a winner against the 10 men.Yeovil had gone close early in the second half when Ciaran McGuckin’s cross took a deflect...Full Story »
Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl rues missed opportunities in Swans stalemate
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl felt his side need to be sharper offensively as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Swansea at Hillsborough.Both sides hit the woodwork in a game filled with errors and little in the way of goalmouth action.“We invested a lot, got ourselves on the edge of the box, but missed a lot of opportunities,” Rohl said.“Our biggest issue is we had no shots...Full Story »
Johannes Hoff Thorup happy Shane Duffy defied orders to earn Norwich draw
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Head coach Johannes Hoff Thorup admitted Shane Duffy ignored his instructions to score the equaliser as Norwich fought back from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Preston in the Sky Bet Championship.The 32-year-old left Preston defenders in his wake in the 61st minute, carrying the ball up from the back before continuing his run into the opposition box and slotting in a fantastic tee-up from Josh Sa...Full Story »
Omer Riza eager to know what the future holds after Cardiff’s latest win
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Interim Cardiff manager Omer Riza has called for clarity over his position after extending the Bluebirds’ unbeaten run to four games with a convincing 2-0 home victory over Portsmouth.Riza’s record reads 10 points from 12 since losing his opening game at Hull – and Cardiff are now out of the Sky Bet Championship relegation zone and up to 19th.Whether the former Leyton Orient bo...Full Story »
Jon Brady hails Tyler Magloire for ‘special’ equaliser for Northampton
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Northampton manager Jon Brady praised Tyler Magloire after his stoppage-time header secured a 1-1 draw at Stockport.The defender returned to the fold in pre-season following 15 months on the sidelines after suffering a serious knee injury.Magloire struck at the death after Louie Barry had put the hosts ahead with a 87th-minute penalty.“For Tyler Magloire to get the equaliser right at the e...Full Story »
Chris Davies hails his Birmingham side after another win
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Birmingham manager Chris Davies hailed the “relentlessness” of his team after a routine 2-0 win against Bolton put them four points clear at the top of Sky Bet League One.Tomoki Iwata’s cushioned third-minute volley and substitute Jay Stansfield’s 83rd-minute penalty sealed Blues’ ninth win in 11 games.Bolton missed the chance to equalise late on when John McAtee mi...Full Story »
Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal suffered with tiredness against Shakhtar Donetsk
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal looked tired in their slender 1-0 Champions League win over Shakhtar Donetsk at the Emirates.The Gunners bounced back from their surprise defeat against Bournemouth after Gabriel Martinelli’s first-half strike rebounded in off goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk to maintain their unbeaten record in Europe.But Leandro Trossard missed a second-half penalty and David Raya h...Full Story »
That one’s for the fans – Nelson Jardim happy to reward Newport faithful
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Newport boss Nelson Jardim dedicated the 2-0 victory at Gillingham to his club’s faithful fans.First-half goals from Matt Baker and Kyle Hudlin ended the Exiles’ three-game losing run.“I’m really satisfied with that,” beamed Jardim. “This win was a really big one for us.“This win goes entirely to the fans. I know they have been disappointed, especially w...Full Story »
Red Devils boss Rob Elliot has “overriding pride” with first win under his belt
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Crawley manager Rob Elliot hopes his side can build on the 3-0 win over Lincoln which ended a run of six successive Sky Bet League One defeats.Town turned on the style after the break with Will Swan, Ronan Darcy and substitute Rushian Hepburn-Murphy all on target to give former Gateshead boss Elliot his first win.“I have a mixture of overriding pride,” Elliot said.“The lads nee...Full Story »
Ao View to a Thrill – Daniel Farke hails Leeds ‘James Bond’ Tanaka
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Leeds boss Daniel Farke said summer signing Ao Tanaka produced a “James Bond” performance after his side’s 2-1 win against Watford at Elland Road.The Whites, who moved up to second in the Sky Bet Championship, raced into a 2-0 lead inside seven minutes as Largie Ramazani and Brenden Aaronson benefitted from two blunders by Watford goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann.The visitors were tr...Full Story »
Paul Hurst rues ‘harsh’ offside call as Shrewsbury lose at Bristol Rovers
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Shrewsbury manager Paul Hurst was left baffled by the “extremely harsh” decision to deny his side a late equaliser in the 1-0 defeat to Bristol Rovers at the Memorial Stadium.Substitute Tom Bloxham was prevented from claiming a dramatic leveller when ex-Rovers striker John Marquis was flagged offside, cutting short his celebrations after his 20-yard effort beat goalkeeper Josh Griffi...Full Story »
Nigel Clough delighted with win on ‘tough, tough night’
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Nigel Clough admitted Mansfield’s 2-1 Sky Bet League One victory at Wigan was ‘tough’ against a ‘far superior side to us’.Wigan dominated in most areas at the Brick Community Stadium, creating far more chances, but the Stags recorded a huge away win to cement fourth spot in the table.Will Evans put Mansfield ahead on the half-hour with a brilliant strike from 25 yar...Full Story »
Walsall boss Mat Sadler hails ‘ruthless’ performance against Carlisle
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Mat Sadler hailed the front-foot style that saw “ruthless” Walsall put struggling Carlisle to the sword during a 3-1 victory in Sky Bet League Two.Nathan Lowe notched within the opening two minutes and while the Cumbrians made their presence felt more as the first half went on, their work was quickly undone by Jamie Jellis’ fine finish four minutes after half-time.The game was ...Full Story »
Darrell Clarke frustrated as Barnsley force a late point
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Barnsley head coach Darrell Clarke praised his side’s attitude as they levelled deep into stoppage time to make it 2-2 after Charlton thought they had won it.Davis Keillor-Dunn and Max Watters scored for the hosts either side of a Luke Berry brace, with both sides finding the back of the net in second-half stoppage time.Clarke said: “Disappointed not to win the game, I really am.&ldq...Full Story »
Unai Emery has no issue with Jhon Duran after angry reaction to substitution
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery had no problem with Jhon Duran’s reaction to being substituted during the 2-0 Champions League win against Bologna.The Colombian is used to coming off the bench this season, making a name for himself as a super sub, but he was given a start against the Italians and helped fire Villa to the top of the standings.His classy finish nine minutes after John McGinn&rsq...Full Story »
‘Front footed’ Royals delight Ruben Selles after fast start at Exeter
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Reading manager Ruben Selles felt rewarded for his team going ‘all in’ at Exeter and picking up their first away win of the season.Jayden Wareham put the Royals ahead inside the opening minute after some woeful Exeter defending and Michael Craig then lashed in a second before half-time.A resurgent Exeter were left with too much to do in a dominant second half, with Ilmari Niskanen re...Full Story »
Mark Kennedy felt Swindon ‘found a way to lose’ to Salford
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Manager Mark Kennedy wants Swindon’s decision-making to improve after the 2-1 defeat at Salford kept them only three points above the relegation zone.Swindon found themselves behind after just three minutes thanks to a Kelly N’Mai goal but were dragged level through Harry Smith.Ultimately they fell to their sixth league defeat of the season, with a poor clearance emphatically pounced...Full Story »
Rob Elliot gets first win as Crawley boss after super second-half display
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Crawley boss Rob Elliot secured his first win as the Red Devils ended a run of six successive Sky Bet League One defeats with a 3-0 victory over Lincoln.Town turned on the style after the break with Will Swan, Ronan Darcy and substitute Rushian Hepburn-Murphy all on target.Crawley had threatened in only the second minute when Darcy saw an effort cleared away after Max Anderson had played him in....Full Story »
Darren Ferguson delighted with Peterborough’s response in rout of Blackpool
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Peterborough manager Darren Ferguson was delighted with the response of his young team to their weekend defeat as Blackpool were put to the sword in a 5-1 win at the Weston Homes Stadium.The Posh collapsed in the second half as they were beaten 3-1 at Wycombe last Saturday, but they were in rampant form against the Seasiders to pick up their first win in three games in Sky Bet League One.Ferguso...Full Story »
Paul McCallum earns Eastleigh a point at Dagenham with late breakthrough
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Paul McCallum’s header in the third minute of added time helped 10-man Eastleigh claim a 2-2 draw at Dagenham in a dramatic conclusion to the Vanarama National League contest.The visitors went ahead in the 10th minute when Niall Maher controlled Jake Taylor’s free-kick and thumped the ball beyond Dagenham goalkeeper Elliot Justham from the edge of the area.Eastleigh’s lead last...Full Story »
Charlie Adam ‘hugely disappointed’ as Fleetwood beaten by Crewe
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Fleetwood manager Charlie Adam was “hugely disappointed” after his side’s underwhelming defeat at home to Crewe saw them slide to 14th in League Two.Ryan Cooney’s late penalty sealed the points for Crewe after Fleetwood had several chances throughout the game.Adam, whose side have not won since the first weekend of October, said: “We were frustrated because we did O...Full Story »
MK Dons boss Scott Lindsey happy with the win if not the performance
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
MK Dons head coach Scott Lindsey was happy to win but wanted more from his side as they scraped past Accrington 2-1 at Stadium MK.The Dons struck in the opening minute when Alex Gilbey took advantage of a defensive error to score, and they doubled their lead when Joe Tomlinson struck from range just before the hour.Accrington got a goal back when Josh Woods converted, but the visitors were unabl...Full Story »
Justin Obikwu second-half strike gives Mariners another win on the road
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Grimsby continued their fine away form with a 1-0 victory over Tranmere at Prenton Park.Tranmere had come close to breaking the deadlock after 17 minutes when Kieron Morris’ long-range drive was saved by Town keeper Jackson Smith.Morris soon again denied by Smith, who got a hand to the goal-bound effort before the ball was eventually cleared off the line.Grimsby’s best chance of the ...Full Story »
AFC Wimbledon maintain perfect home league form with victory against Morecambe
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
James Tilley set AFC Wimbledon on course for a 3-0 win over Morecambe and maintained their perfect home form in Sky Bet League Two.Tilley made the breakthrough early in the second half before Omar Bugiel and Matty Stevens completed the win which moved the Dons to within two places of the play-off places with three games in hand on many of their rivals.The home side initially struggled to find a ...Full Story »
Oxford boss Des Buckingham sent home early after suffering with dizziness
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Oxford head coach Des Buckingham was checked over by the club doctor following the 1-1 draw with Derby at the Kassam Stadium after feeling unwell during the second half.His assistant Craig Short did the post-match press conference and explained Buckingham, who had been experiencing dizziness, had been advised to go home.Short said: “He stayed till the end of the game but two or three times...Full Story »
Darren Moore thrilled as Port Vale find ‘different way of winning’
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Darren Moore said his Port Vale side had to find a “different way to win” in Tuesday night’s 1-0 success at Harrogate.The League Two leaders recorded a fourth consecutive victory and extended their unbeaten run to 10 matches in all competitions courtesy of Ruari Paton’s delicious 54th-minute free-kick.Although the Valiants dominated for a big chunk of the game, they did n...Full Story »
York climb to second and knock Barnet off the top with come-from-behind success
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Barnet were knocked off the top of the Vanarama National League by York, who came from behind and climbed up to second with a 3-1 home win.The visitors took the lead through Bailey Hobson’s 37th-minute finish before Marvin Armstrong equalised in first-half stoppage time.The Minstermen then completed the turnaround with two goals in quick succession after the break, Alex Hunt’s free-k...Full Story »
Kieran Morgan’s first career goal delights QPR boss Marti Cifuentes
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
QPR boss Marti Cifuentes hailed Kieran Morgan after the teenager’s first career goal secured a 1-1 win at home to Coventry and lifted them off the foot of the Sky Bet Championship.Morgan, released by Tottenham in the summer, was making just his second substitute appearance with Rangers trailing to Haji Wright’s early strike.The 18-year-old had only been on the pitch for five minutes ...Full Story »
Jamie Lindsay scorcher earns Bristol Rovers victory over Shrewsbury
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Jamie Lindsay’s stunning second-half goal eased the pressure on Bristol Rovers manager Matt Taylor as the West Country side overcame Shrewsbury 1-0 at the Memorial Stadium.Shrewsbury edged the first half but ex-Rovers striker John Marquis failed to round goalkeeper Josh Griffiths when clean through and then George Lloyd saw a shot deflected to safety before firing wide from close range.Lin...Full Story »
David McGoldrick snatches point for Notts County with late penalty at Barrow
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
David McGoldrick scored a stoppage-time penalty to earn Notts County a dramatic 1-1 draw at Sky Bet League Two play-off rivals Barrow.McGoldrick, who netted from the penalty spot in last season’s corresponding game, was fouled by Chris Stokes and stepped up to convert his spot-kick in the third minute of added time.It was heartbreaking for the Cumbrians, who were within touching distance o...Full Story »
MK Dons do enough to see off Accrington
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
MK Dons picked up back-to-back wins for the first time this season with a 2-1 win over Accrington Stanley.Alex Gilbey gave MK Dons a first-minute lead, before Joe Tomlinson extended it after the break.Josh Woods pulled a goal back for the visitors, but the result went against the visitors, who lost for the first time in four League Two games.MK Dons scored in the opening minute. A rushed defensi...Full Story »
Ryan Cooney on the spot as Crewe edge out Fleetwood
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Crewe needed a late penalty to overcome Fleetwood 1-0 at Highbury Stadium.After Town had dominated the first half, the Alex woke up in the second half and eventually sealed the victory with a Ryan Cooney spot-kick less than five minutes from time.The game started slowly with Crewe’s Filip Marschall making the first real save after half an hour, denying Mark Helm from a tight angle.Minutes ...Full Story »
Dan Udoh nets late winner for Wycombe at Burton
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Substitute Dan Udoh grabbed the winner as Wycombe made it nine games unbeaten in League One with a 3-2 win at strugglers Burton.West Ham loanee Gideon Kodua broke the deadlock with his first EFL goal after 16 minutes, slotting home from 10 yards having been picked out by Josh Scowen’s low pass down the side of the Brewers defence.Albion had looked the brighter of the two teams up to that p...Full Story »
Swans and Owls cancel each other out as Hillsborough stalemate fails to spark
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Swansea’s winless run extended to five matches after a 0-0 draw with Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.Both sides had chances to take all three points, but neither could find the net.Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl made a couple of changes from the 2-0 defeat at home to Burnley, with Svante Ingelsson and forward Jamal Lowe coming into the side.Swansea manager Luke Williams made five ...Full Story »
Newport end losing run to add to Gillingham’s misery
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
First-half goals from Matt Baker and Kyle Hudlin secured Newport a much-needed 2-0 win at out-of-sorts Gillingham.The Exiles stopped a three-game losing run as they inflicted the hosts’ fifth straight league defeat.Jayden Clarke was frustrated as his low effort was kept out by Nick Townsend after he slipped in behind the visitors’ defence early on.Defender Baker broke the deadlock wi...Full Story »
Tyler Magloire denies Stockport at the death in late drama
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Tyler Magloire’s stoppage-time header secured a 1-1 draw for Northampton against League One promotion hopefuls Stockport at Edgeley Park.The hosts had looked to have claimed an 87th-minute winner when Louie Barry converted from the penalty spot, but Magloire nodded home from a free-kick at the death.County almost took the lead in the 20th minute when Jayden Fevrier unleashed a shot from th...Full Story »
Arsenal return to winning ways during unconvincing display against Shakhtar
Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 by PA
Arsenal bounced back from their defeat against Bournemouth by securing a 1-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League.Seventy-two hours after they were dealt a surprise first loss of the season at the Vitality Stadium, Mikel Arteta’s side retained their unbeaten record in Europe so far when Gabriel Martinelli’s first-half strike rebounded in off goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk.Lean...Full Story »