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Man United CEO Omar Berrada: Erik ten Hag has our full backing

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by ESPN

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 »

'They've behaved badly towards me' - Cristiano Ronaldo aims subtle dig at Man Utd and Erik ten Hag as Portugal star insists he 'always' respects his coaches' decisions amid doubts over Portugal future

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by Goal.com

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 to retire from Uruguay after Friday's WC qualifier

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by ESPN

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 star John Paintsil in hospital after horror car crash

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

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 »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Victor Osimhen finally seals Napoli exit as Chelsea & PSG target agrees Galatasaray move

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by Goal.com

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 »

KIM HIT ’N’ MISH Thibaut Courtois’ stunning wife Mishel Gerzig wows in patterned bikini after meeting up with Kim Kardashian

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

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 »

Man Utd flop Casemiro's wife hits back at trolls on Instagram after Liverpool humiliation

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

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 »

Karl Robinson praises Salford’s performance after win over former club MK Dons

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by PA

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 »

Frankie Okoronkwo scores on his debut as Salford beat MK Dons

Posted Tuesday, September 03, 2024 by PA

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 »

Daily Laugh - Man United 0-3 Liverpool

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Casemiro opened the door for Liverpool's victory at Old Trafford     Liverpool vs Man utd / Ipswich / Brentford     Man Utd 0-3 LiverpoolSave 10Hag?     Chelsea 1-1 Crystal PalaceNewcastle 2-1 Tottenham     Haaland 3 games 2 Hat-trick     "They are already bottling it."   &nbs...Full Story »

'I love you' - Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez enjoy trip to Monaco before Al-Nassr star jets off for international duty with Portugal

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by Goal.com

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 »

Jackson signs new Chelsea contract

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com

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 fires warning to Man City & Arsenal as Liverpool crush Man Utd – "We are not satisfied"

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com

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 splashes out on TWO private jets as Man City star eyes next business move

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by mirror.co.uk

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 finally breaks La Liga goal duck for Real Madrid after unbelievable assist from Fede Valverde - before adding late second to kill off Real Betis

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by Goal.com

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 »

Transfer Centre LIVE! Mohamed Salah likely to stay Liverpool - he's too good for Saudi, says Jamie Carragher

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by Skysports.com

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 »

WORK OF MART Meet model Marta Marchena, the Prem’s newest Wag who joined on Deadline Day, loves exotic trips and shares bikini pics

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

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

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Steven Naismith confident he can turn things around after Hearts lose again

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Chris Wilder feels Sheffield United deserved their victory over Watford

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Late leveller ‘very least’ Kilmarnock deserved from Hibs draw – Derek McInnes

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Luis Diaz scores twice as Arne Slot’s Liverpool win at rivals Manchester United

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Newcastle win ‘massive’ after tough transfer window – Eddie Howe

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Sheffield United end Watford’s perfect start to Championship season with win

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 mounts on Steven Naismith as Ross Graham fires Dundee United winner

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 nets late penalty equaliser as Kilmarnock earn Hibernian draw

Posted Monday, September 02, 2024 by PA

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 »

Best is yet to come – Philippe Clement promises response after Old Firm humbling

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 grabs winner as Newcastle edge out Tottenham

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Eberechi Eze strikes to earn Crystal Palace a point at Chelsea

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Callum McGregor rounds off Celtic’s dominant Old Firm victory over Rangers

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Daily Laugh - Arsenal 1-1 Brighton

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by 7M Sport

Let's start our Daily Laugh today.   Who will win in the Red War ? !!   Arsenal 1-1 BrightonRice (Red Card)   Back-to-back hat tricks for Erling Haaland.   Barcelona’s front three through four games this season   Rivals watching Arsenal drop points three games into the Premier League   He gave everything to the club, he scored a HAT-TRICK in El Cl...Full Story »

Everton have four options to replace Sean Dyche after horror Bournemouth collapse

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Express.co.uk

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 »

SAINTS' RAM RAID Aaron Ramsdale DRESSES UP to announce transfer to Southampton from Arsenal as fans hail it as ‘absolutely class’

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

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 »

ROB WON'T BE A STEAL Man Utd eye £30m Antonee Robinson transfer as Ten Hag lines up Fulham star to replace Luke Shaw

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

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 »

Darts' stunning walk-on girls – where they are now from BBC actress to football WAG

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk

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 given surprising transfer advice regarding Man City, Man Utd, Liverpool & Bayern Munich interest by Germany legend Lothar Matthaus

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Goal.com

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 »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd line up move for £30m Fulham star Antonee Robinson to succeed Luke Shaw

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Goal.com

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 »

STAR GONE Sol Bamba dead aged 39: Ex-Leeds United, Leicester City and Cardiff City star has died as former club pays tribute

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk

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: Even a defender with a gun could not stop Erling Haaland

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

No problem with Kylian Mbappe’s start at Real Madrid – Carlo Ancelotti

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

We have only played four games – Jimmy Thelin calm despite flying start

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Richie Wellens labels Orient performance in Shrewsbury defeat worst of his reign

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Kevin Nisbet snatches late Aberdeen winner after VAR dramas against Ross County

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Chris Davies highlights the energy of Birmingham after win over Wigan

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Supersonic – Erling Haaland hits another hat-trick as Noel Gallagher watches on

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 scores late as Forest Green edge past Sutton

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Darrell Clarke praises Adam Phillips after Barnsley thrash Crawley

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Unai Emery satisfied to take six points from August after win over Leicester

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Pre-match mentality drove West Brom to win over Swansea – Carlos Corberan

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

He was smashing – Nigel Adkins lauds Omari Patrick after match-winning brace

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Gary Caldwell thrilled with Kamari Doyle’s Exeter impact

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Gary O’Neil hails ‘wild horses’ Wolves after entertaining draw at Forest

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Wolves boss Gary O’Neil described his players as “wild horses” after their entertaining 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest.Jean-Ricner Bellegarde’s first-half thunderbolt earned Wolves their first point of the Premier League season after Chris Wood had headed Forest into the lead two minutes earlier.The point lifted Wolves out of the bottom three following defeats to Arsenal a...Full Story »

Matt Taylor: Bristol Rovers could have a serious player in Promise Omochere

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Bristol Rovers manager Matt Taylor feels he could have a “serious player” on his hands after summer signing Promise Omochere made the difference in a 2-0 win against Cambridge.Omochere netted both goals, two right-footed finishes from inside the box, to get off the mark for his new club in his fifth appearance in all competitions.“He’s a handful like he’s been but h...Full Story »

Oxford boss Des Buckingham hails Tyler Goodrham’s wonder strike

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Oxford boss Des Buckingham saluted 21-year-old winger Tyler Goodrham after his spectacular strike helped the Championship new boys to a 3-1 win over Preston 3-1 at the Kassam Stadium.Emil Riis gave Preston a third-minute lead, but Oxford levelled in the 20th minute when Mark Harris scored for the fourth league game in succession.Goodrham’s stunning goal put United in front and after visiti...Full Story »

Stuart Kettlewell hoping Motherwell will go from ‘strength to strength’

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Stuart Kettlewell has plans to take Motherwell from “strength to strength” after celebrating his new contract with a last-gasp 2-1 victory over St Johnstone in Perth.Moses Ebiye headed home from close range in stoppage time to make it three consecutive wins after Benji Kimpioka had cancelled out Dan Casey’s early opener, which also came from a corner.Motherwell earlier announce...Full Story »

Steven Schumacher pleased with Stoke’s start to season after win at Plymouth

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Tony Docherty pleased with Dundee’s response to Luke McCowan’s departure

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Dundee boss Tony Docherty was delighted with his players’ start to life after captain Luke McCowan as they drew 2-2 against St Mirren.St Mirren twice took the lead at Dens through Toyosi Olusanya and Mikael Mandron but were pegged back each time with Curtis Main and Ziyad Larkeche on the mark for the Dark Blues.Docherty praised his players for the way they battled for a draw, especially as...Full Story »

Nelson Jardim happy as Newport grind out win over unlucky Morecambe

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Newport moved up to fourth in the League Two table with a battling 1-0 victory but manager Nelson Jardim admitted struggling opponents Morecambe deserved something from the game.Aaron Wildig scored the only goal against his former club after being gifted the chance by Morecambe keeper Stuart Moore’s poor clearance as the Exiles made it three wins from four this season.From there Morecambe ...Full Story »

Neil Harris says new boy Josh Coburn has given Millwall ‘belief and confidence’

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Millwall manager Neil Harris believes Josh Coburn has given his side just the boost they needed after the deadline day signing enjoyed a goalscoring debut in a 3-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday.Coburn was thrown in straight away after signing on loan from Middlesbrough on Friday and struck the opener at The Den as the Lions picked up their first Sky Bet Championship win of the season.The 21-y...Full Story »

Nathan Jones unimpressed by Charlton’s performance at Reading

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Charlton manager Nathan Jones blasted his players as they meekly surrendered their 100 per cent League One record with a 2-0 defeat at Reading.Charlie Savage broke the deadlock in the 66th minute, with the first league goal that the Addicks had conceded this season, and Sam Smith struck 10 minutes later to effectively seal victory for the impressive hosts.“I’m really disappointed. We...Full Story »

Samson Tovide reports racist abuse from crowd as Accrington draw with Colchester

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

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 »

Everton’s dramatic collapse ‘the most frustrating’ defeat of Sean Dyche’s career

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Sean Dyche called Everton’s stunning 3-2 home loss to Bournemouth the most frustrating defeat of his career after three goals in 10 minutes saw Bournemouth come from 2-0 down to win it at the death.For 86 minutes Everton had delivered a hugely encouraging performance, leading through goals from Michael Keane and Dominic Calvert-Lewin and spurning a series of chances to add to their lead.Bu...Full Story »

Lee Bell pleased with Crewe attitude after late win at Bromley

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Lee Bell hailed his Crewe players as they produced a fantastic late show to come from behind and seal their first three points of the season with a 2-1 win at Bromley.Lewis Leigh’s second-minute strike appeared to give Bromley a great platform to build from but two Crewe goals in the final seven minutes from Micky Demetriou and Chris Long ensured it was the Railwaymen who took the spoils o...Full Story »

Alex Revell rues missed chances as Stevenage suffer narrow Lincoln defeat

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Stevenage manager Alex Revell pointed at big moments as the reason his side fell to a 1-0 League One loss at home to Lincoln.Jack Moylan scored a winning penalty after 72 minutes, seven minutes after the hosts were denied a spot-kick of their own by an unsighted referee.And there was a big miss in the first half by Tyreece Simpson that came back to haunt them.Revell said: “The stats show i...Full Story »

Nigel Clough praises Mansfield’s effort in Stockport draw

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Both managers were content with the draw as promoted pair Mansfield and Stockport battled out a 1-1 draw at the One Call Stadium.It was the first point Stockport had dropped in their opening four Sky Bet League One games and they had to come from behind as Kyle Wootton cancelled out Hiram Boateng’s opener.“I thought that was a proper game of football,” said Stags boss Nigel Clo...Full Story »

Ivan Toney’s farewell address got Brentford boss Thomas Frank ‘a bit emotional’

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Brentford boss Thomas Frank admitted he was left ‘a bit emotional’ after Ivan Toney’s farewell address to his former team-mates.The England forward’s move to Saudi side Al-Ahli was confirmed in the early hours of Saturday morning but he was in the stands at GTech stadium to  watch the Bees secure a 3-1 Premier League victory over Southampton later in the afternoon.Fr...Full Story »

David Artell says Grimsby ‘full value’ for win but need to be more ruthless

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

David Artell felt Grimsby were good value for their 2-1 home victory over Bradford with a ruthless edge being the one thing missing from their performance.Mariners skipper Danny Rose scored his first goal of the season before half-time and Icelandic import Jason Dadi Svanthorsson scored his first goal in English football after the break to give Grimsby a two-goal advantage.Half-time substitute O...Full Story »

Stephen Clemence head over heels with joy as Neo Eccleston shows off his moves

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Barrow boss Stephen Clemence revealed match-winning defender Neo Eccleston rose to the challenge of showcasing his somersaulting skills to the club’s supporters.The on-loan Huddersfield right-back first demonstrated his gymnastic ability in a “dance-off” with team-mate Katia Kouyate during the final training session ahead of the trip to North Yorkshire.And he displayed them to ...Full Story »

Paul Warne: That was the best Derby performance I’ve seen as manager

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Paul Warne felt Derby’s performance against Bristol City was the best in his time as the club’s managerWarne saw his side deliver an energetic and clinical display that ended City’s unbeaten start to the Championship campaign.Kenzo Goudmijn, Kayden Jackson and David Ozoh all scored in the Rams’ 3-0 victory.And Warne said: “I’m really proud. It was the best Der...Full Story »

Phil Parkinson believes Wrexham showing they can challenge in League One

Posted Sunday, September 01, 2024 by PA

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson believes his side are already showing they can compete at the top end of League One after winning 2-0 at Peterborough.Goals from Jack Marriott and Max Cleworth were decisive in the victory at the Weston Homes Stadium.With the first international weekend upcoming, Wrexham are second with three wins from their opening four games, and Parkinson was happy with the perf...Full Story »

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