Phil Foden fires Man City to victory with superb hat-trick against Aston Villa
Posted Thursday, April 04, 2024 by PA
Phil Foden scored a brilliant hat-trick as Manchester City kept the pressure on in the Premier League title race with a 4-1 win over Champions League-chasing Aston Villa.A day after defending his star striker against criticism from Roy Keane, Pep Guardiola left Erling Haaland on the bench alongside Kevin De Bruyne, clearing the stage for Foden to grab the spotlight with an outstanding performanc...Full Story »
Roberto de Zerbi believes Brighton dropped two points at Brentford
Posted Thursday, April 04, 2024 by PA
Roberto De Zerbi admitted Brighton dropped two points in the race for Europe after they were held to a goalless draw at Brentford.The Seagulls failed to take advantage of their nearest rivals West Ham, Newcastle and Wolves all dropping points a day earlier after a drab encounter in west London.“We have to make a difference between the performance and the result. I’m really pleased fo...Full Story »
Brentford and Brighton battle to goalless draw
Posted Thursday, April 04, 2024 by PA
Brighton could not turn a lucrative week off the pitch into a profitable one on it after they were held to a goalless draw at Brentford.The Seagulls announced on Tuesday an eye-watering annual profit of £122.8million, a record for an English club, following the most successful season in their history.Chairman Tony Bloom celebrated by taking his place among the away fans for the match he pr...Full Story »
Title-chasing Arsenal go top after seeing off struggling Luton
Posted Thursday, April 04, 2024 by PA
Arsenal launched a pivotal month in their pursuit of silverware by returning to the top of the Premier League table thanks to a routine 2-0 win over relegation-threatened Luton.Martin Odegaard’s 10th goal of the season set the Gunners on course for a straightforward evening at Emirates Stadium.Daiki Hashioka’s own goal completed the job before half-time as Mikel Arteta’s men ba...Full Story »
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez looks incredible in figure-hugging dress as fans say 'Queen queening'
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ has left her fans swooning after posing in a figure-hugging dress.
The model, who is the girlfriend of Cristiano Ronaldo, had her followers calling her "Queen" with her latest Instagram post.
Georgina shared a pair of snaps and a video as she paired the dress with a red bag.
She smouldered for the camera before leaning up a against a tree whilst showing off her outfit.
T...Full Story »
'I'm an ex-cop who now gets naked for a living – but my real love is West Ham'
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk
Lana Huckaby has been known for many things over the years – from pastor's daughter, cam girl, police officer to adult star.
But while she has dramatically changed careers in recent times, one thing that will remain constant in her life is West Ham United.
The Babestation phone sex presenter, who used to work for Hertfordshire Constabulary, did not grow up a stone's throw away from the...Full Story »
David de Gea trolled by former Man Utd team-mate as he poses on beach holiday with WAG
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk
He may no longer be a part of Manchester United's squad, but the dressing toom banter is alive and well for David De Gea.
The 33-year-old has spent this season in free agency after he was released from his commitments at Old Trafford last summer. That's given him plenty of free time to spend with his loved ones, such as his recent holiday to the Bahamas with his popstar wife, Edurne, and thei...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Arsenal's defense against Man City
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by 7M Sport
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V Lindelof and L Martínez injured
Arsenal's defense against Man City
Man Utd announce Lisandro Martínez will miss another month after picking up another injury in training.The Argentine has only played 11/41 of their matches this season
There's a full slate of midweek Premier League games
A new Jurgen Klopp mural in Liverpoo...Full Story »
TRIPLE CROWN Cristiano Ronaldo scores second hat-trick in FOUR DAYS as Piers Morgan calls one of TWO free-kick goals ‘vintage’
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
CRISTIANO RONALDO'S second sensational hat-trick in four days left fans claiming he's still a Ballon d'Or contender aged 39.
Ron bagged two free-kicks - one labelled "vintage" by Sun columnist Piers Morgan - before notching a solo special and being taken off at half-time!
Ronaldo celebrated the 65th treble of his incredible career Credit: Reuters
The Manchester United and Real Madrid legend h...Full Story »
Tottenham Hotspur planning shock move for South American star: report
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by fourfourtwo.com
Tottenham are eyeing a surprise move, as Ange Postecoglou improves his squad
(Image credit: Getty Images)
Tottenham are said to be preparing a move for a South American star this summer, as Ange Postecoglou aims to improve his squad.
Spurs are riding high in the Premier League, chasing the fourth Champions League spot but have found that their thin squad has prevented them from sustaining a t...Full Story »
Man Utd prepared to sell Pellistri
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Manchester United youngster Facundo Pellistri is set to leave the club in the summer.
The Uruguayan winger arrived several years ago with plenty of promise, but has failed to live up to that potential.
A loan spell at Granada this winter has been middling, with Pellistri managing one goal and one assist.
Evaristo Gonzalez, the secretary at Penarol where Pellistri played before joining Unite...Full Story »
Chelsea get clear Jose Mourinho stance as possible Mauricio Pochettino replacement breaks silence
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by football.london
Chelsea news as possible Mauricio Pochettino replacement opens up on Jose Mourinho comparisons
Ruben Amorim has been compared to Jose Mourinho (Image: Antonietta Baldassarre/Insidefoto/LightRocket via Getty Images)
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Arsenal scouting Porto star Evanilson
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Arsenal are said to have a scouting brief on Porto star Evanilson this season.
The Premier League giants are vying to sign a top class forward in the summer transfer window.
Brazilian youngster Evanilson is an alternative to Brentford striker Ivan Toney.
Evanilson has been excellent this term, netting 22 goals in 35 games so far this term.
Meanwhile, the club are also keeping an eye on the...Full Story »
Man Utd prepared to smash transfer record for Joao Neves after extensive scouting mission - with Benfica wonderkid earmarked for club partnership with Portugal team-mate Bruno Fernandes
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Goal.com
Manchester United are prepared to smash their transfer record to sign Benfica starlet Joao Neves and pair him with Bruno Fernandes in midfield.
Man Utd tracking Benfica starlet Neves
Red Devils prepared to smash transfer record
Want Portugal link-up in midfield
WHAT HAPPENED?United have long been linked with a move for the 19-year-old, as he looks to be one of the hottest properties go...Full Story »
PLAN B Man Utd add two little known teenagers to centre-back search if they miss out on top transfer target Jarrad Branthwaite
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
MANCHESTER UNITED have identified two potential alternatives to Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite ahead of the summer transfer window.
Branthwaite, 21, is among United's top targets in their bid to strengthen at the back amid a turbulent campaign that has seen them plummet to sixth place with 11 points separating them fourth.
Manchester United have scouted alternatives to Everton star Jarrad Bra...Full Story »
Erling Haaland to Barcelona?! La Liga giants plot transfer raid on Man City in elaborate bid to prevent Xavi from stepping down as manager
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Goal.com
Barcelona are reportedly plotting a transfer raid on Manchester City for Erling Haaland in 2025, with the Liga giants eager to see Xavi stay put.
Coach planning on stepping down this summer
Recruitment may lead to a change of heart
Lewandowski replacement required at Camp Nou
WHAT HAPPENED?Back in January, Blaugrana legend Xavi stated his intention to step down as manager at Camp Nou whe...Full Story »
Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd ready to offer Mason Greenwood in swap deal to sign Juventus' Gleison Bremer
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by Goal.com
Man Utd ready to offer Greenwood to sign Bremer
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Manchester United are desperate to sign Juventus defender Gleison Bremer in the summer transfer window.
The report claims that United are willing to spend €60m to sign the Brazilian player. They could also consider using Mason Greenwood as part of the deal to convince the Serie A giants who have their...Full Story »
Andoni Iraola pleased to see Bournemouth’s patience pay off with victory
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola praised his side’s patience after a late goal from Justin Kluivert earned a hard-fought 1-0 win at home to Crystal Palace.Dutchman Kluivert’s strike 11 minutes from time was enough to seal the Cherries’ third straight win and their fourth in five matches.Iraola, whose side found it tough going to breach Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson and his ...Full Story »
Tottenham ‘not the finished article’ but on right track – Ange Postecoglou
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Ange Postecoglou felt Tottenham’s 1-1 draw at West Ham was a step in the right direction despite dropping more points in the top-four race.Brennan Johnson’s early strike was cancelled out by a goal from Kurt Zouma as a frantic London derby ended all square.“I thought for the most part we controlled the game pretty well,” said the Spurs boss.Ange Postecoglou gives instruct...Full Story »
John Mousinho welcomes ‘decent enough point’ as Portsmouth rally against Derby
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Portsmouth manager John Mousinho was relieved to see his side take a point from their top-of-the-table clash at home to nearest challengers Derby after twice coming from behind to draw 2-2 at Fratton Park.Substitute Owen Moxon’s 25-yard screamer 13 minutes from time ensured the League One leaders took a share of the spoils to move a step closer to sealing promotion to the Championship.Mous...Full Story »
Sean Dyche pleased with Everton’s second-half display in Newcastle draw
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Sean Dyche hailed Everton’s second-half “edge” as they came from behind to rescue a valuable point in a 1-1 draw at Newcastle.The Magpies went ahead through Alexander Isak’s first-half strike, but spurned a number of opportunities before Everton struck back in the latter stages.Paul Dummett’s challenge on Ashley Young saw the Toffees awarded a penalty in the 87th mi...Full Story »
Grant McCann ‘really proud’ of Doncaster after fifth consecutive victory
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Grant McCann spoke of his pride in his Doncaster side as they beat promotion-chasing Wrexham to claim a fifth consecutive win in League Two.Owen Bailey’s header late in the first half was enough to decide the game 1-0 and see Rovers continue their impressive run of form late in the campaign.“It was a really good performance from us,” McCann said.“I was really proud of the...Full Story »
Nuno Espirito Santo talks up Morgan Gibbs-White after impressive performance
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Nuno Espirito Santo hailed the importance of Morgan Gibbs-White after he inspired Nottingham Forest to a vital 3-1 win over Fulham.Gibbs-White put in a virtuoso display in a golden first half which saw Forest cruise into a 3-0 lead.After setting up Callum Hudson-Odoi’s opener, he watched as Chris Wood made it 2-0 before completing the scoring with a fine finish on the stroke of half-time.&...Full Story »
Owen Moxon opens Portsmouth account in style to earn draw with Derby
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Owen Moxon picked the perfect time to score a spectacular first Portsmouth goal as the league leaders twice came from behind to draw 2-2 at home to second-placed Derby at Fratton Park.Moxon lashed home from 25 yards out 13 minutes from time as John Mousinho’s men moved another step closer to promotion to the Championship.Derby went in front in the 23rd minute when the unmarked Joe Ward dro...Full Story »
Don’t get me on referees again – Vincent Kompany unhappy after Burnley draw
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany was left to rue another refereeing decision after his relegation-battling side were held to a 1-1 draw by Wolves.A day after Kompany said refereeing standards in the Premier League this season have “not been good enough”, the Belgian disputed Thomas Bramall’s decision to award Wolves the free-kick from which Rayan Ait-Nouri cancelled out Jacob Br...Full Story »
Doncaster win again to dent Wrexham’s automatic-promotion hopes
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Doncaster dented Wrexham’s League Two automatic-promotion hopes with a 1-0 victory at the Eco-Power Stadium.Owen Bailey headed home his first goal in the English Football League just before the break to secure Rovers a fifth consecutive win and leave Wrexham third, two points above MK Dons.There was little between the two sides throughout the first half, though Doncaster had the better of ...Full Story »
York denied fourth straight win as Rob Harker rescues point for Halifax
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Rob Harker snatched a stoppage-time equaliser for Halifax, who missed the chance to move back into the play-off places after drawing 1-1 at home to York.It looked like the Minstermen were going to make it four straight wins and pull six points clear of relegation danger after Dipo Akinyemi struck from close range in the 74th minute.But poor goalkeeping from George Sykes-Kenworthy allowed Harker ...Full Story »
Tottenham pegged back by West Ham as Kurt Zouma nets equaliser
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Tottenham lost more ground in the battle for a top-four finish after they were held to a 1-1 draw at West Ham.Ange Postecoglou’s side could have leapfrogged fourth-placed Aston Villa with a win and made the perfect start when Brennan Johnson tapped home early on for his fifth goal of the season.West Ham, who let a 3-1 lead slip to lose 4-3 at Newcastle last weekend, were able to respond in...Full Story »
Rayan Ait-Nouri denies Burnley vital victory as Wolves share spoils
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Rayan Ait-Nouri’s third goal in four games earned Wolves a 1-1 draw at relegation-battling Burnley.Jacob Bruun Larsen volleyed in a fine goal for the hosts in the 37th minute but Ait-Nouri levelled deep into first-half stoppage time and Burnley’s late push for a winner came to nothing.The Clarets extended their unbeaten run to four games but Nottingham Forest’s 3-1 win over Ful...Full Story »
Morgan Gibbs-White the star as Nottingham Forest boost survival hopes
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Morgan Gibbs-White inspired Nottingham Forest to a vital 3-1 victory over Fulham which eased their Premier League relegation concerns.Gibbs-White put in a virtuoso display in a golden first half which saw Forest cruise into a 3-0 lead.After setting up Callum Hudson-Odoi’s opener, he watched as Chris Wood made it 2-0 before completing the scoring with a fine finish on the stroke of half-tim...Full Story »
Airdrie break into top four with victory at Arbroath
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Airdrie moved into the cinch Championship top four after beating Arbroath 2-1 at Gayfield Park.Callum Fordyce’s 72nd-minute header from a Charles Telfer corner broke the deadlock and Gabriel McGill struck nine minutes from time before Jay Bird’s free-kick cut the deficit.The Championship’s bottom club made Airdrie work hard for victory, and Arbroath were left to rue Leighton Mc...Full Story »
Dominic Calvert-Lewin ends goal drought to earn Everton a point at Newcastle
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Dominic Calvert-Lewin came off the bench to deny Newcastle victory but could not spare Everton an unwanted record of 13 Premier League games without victory.The England international converted an 87th-minute penalty – his first goal since October – to cancel out Alexander Isak’s first-half opener and secure a 1-1 draw at St James’ Park as the Magpies were made to pay for ...Full Story »
Justin Kluivert’s late winner enough for Bournemouth to see off Crystal Palace
Posted Wednesday, April 03, 2024 by PA
Substitute Justin Kluivert bagged a late winner as Bournemouth beat shot-shy Crystal Palace 1-0 to claim a third straight win and fourth in five matches.The game was played in torrential rain and swirling winds, which made it difficult for either side to get the ball down and play.Palace deployed former Bournemouth midfielder Jefferson Lerma as an emergency central defender to deputise for the i...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Best friend war!!
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by 7M Sport
Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.
EPL week 30
Best friend war!!Chelsea V Man Utd on this mid Week
Finding reasons to watch highlights of Man City vs. Arsenal
JUST APPRECIATE THE GOATNESS!
GOAT RECOGNIZES GOAT!
The REAL Reason Why Kylian Mbappe is still at PSG :
Hattick Without Penalties
Please stay tuned on 7M Daily Laugh. The...Full Story »
Arsenal and Chelsea ready to pounce for £55m Barcelona star, La Liga club forced to sell
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Barcelona’s financial issues are well documented and the Catalan club may be forced into selling Raphinha this summer to ease their problems as Arsenal and Chelsea get ready to pounce.
The Brazilian star made the move to Spain from Leeds United in 2022 as part of a £55m deal and although he has had moments, the winger has failed to consistently produce for Barca.
Raphinha has won hi...Full Story »
Liverpool join race for €120m talent who has been watched by Man United scouts many times
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Liverpool have reportedly entered the race for Benfica’s Joao Neves as the Reds look to beat several of their Premier League rivals to the midfielder.
That is according to the Portuguese outlet O Jogo, who claims that the Merseyside club have joined Manchester United and Chelsea in the race to sign the 19-year-old.
Liverpool overhauled their midfield last summer with Dominic Szoboszlai,...Full Story »
PSG held recent transfer talks with Chelsea star
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Caughtoffside.com
Chelsea right-back Reece James has reportedly been approached by Paris Saint-Germain over a potential transfer, but a deal looks complicated.
The England international has been a key player for the Blues and was made club captain this season, though he’s had numerous injury problems.
James is clearly a fine player when fit, but it remains to be seen if he can really live up to his pote...Full Story »
Dani Alves' ex-wife Joana Sanz shares first pic with disgraced Barcelona star since prison release after rape conviction
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
DANI Alves' ex-wife has shared a pic with the disgraced Barcelona star for the first time since he was released from prison.
The shamed footballer, who was jailed for raping a woman in a Spanish nightclub, walked free last week after appealing his four-and-a-half-year sentence.
Alves was released after serving just four weeks of his conviction as he coughed up €1million (£850,000)...Full Story »
Arsenal threaten Barcelona plans for Joao Cancelo
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Tribalfootball.com
Arsenal are eyeing Barcelona wing-back Joao Cancelo.
Cancelo is on-loan at Barca from Manchester City, where they're willing to sell him outright this summer.
However, Barca's finances are such that any permanent deal is no guarantee.
Instead, Sport says Barca could lose Cancelo this summer, with Arsenal keen to bring him back to England.
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta worked with Cancelo at Ci...Full Story »
Liverpool-linked Amorim 'focused on winning titles' at Sporting
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by ESPN
Sporting CP manager Rúben Amorim brushed aside rumours surrounding his future on Monday and said that winning trophies this season at the Portuguese giants is his main priority.
The 39-year-old has been linked to the top job at Premier League leaders Liverpool, with Jurgen Klopp set to leave at the end of the season.
The speculation around Amorim's future has gathered pace in recent days ...Full Story »
Barcelona star stops car to furiously confront fan and deliver 'last time' warning
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Dailystar.co.uk
Barcelona star Inigo Martinez was caught on camera leaving his car in the middle of the road to have a heated argument with a young football fan.
Over the weekend, Martinez played a full match as Barcelona narrowly beat Las Palmas 1-0, keeping their Champions League qualification hopes alive. Xavi's side are currently second in the league after their win on Saturday.
However, the video, whic...Full Story »
WE WANT ZU Arsenal and Bayern Munich to do battle off the pitch as well as on it as they target transfer for Real Sociedad star
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Thesun.co.uk
ARSENAL face a battle on and off the pitch with Bayern Munich with the Champions League quarter-finalists both reportedly eyeing Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi.
The midfielder "remains on the list" as a top transfer target at the Emirates Stadium ahead of the 2024 summer window.
Martin Zubimendi 'remains on Arsenal's list' to target in the summer transfer window Credit: Getty
The Gunners...Full Story »
Real Madrid's plans for Brazilian wonderkid Endrick confirmed as Palmeiras' hopes of loan transfer are ended
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Goal.com
Real Madrid intend on absorbing Brazilian wonderkid Endrick into their first-team squad, with a loan return to Palmeiras being ruled out.
Teenager starring for club & country
Will head to Spain when turning 18
Blancos have high hopes for youngster
WHAT HAPPENED?The talented teenager, who opened his senior goal account for Brazil when netting against England and Spain during the March...Full Story »
Aaron Ramsdale on the move? Newcastle revive transfer pursuit of Arsenal goalkeeper who is desperate for more minutes
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Goal.com
Newcastle United are reportedly eyeing a move for out-of-favour Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, who is on the lookout for more game time.
Newcastle want to sign Ramdale
Goalkeeper unhappy with lack of game time
Howe managed England international at Bournemouth
WHAT HAPPENED?Since the Gunners signed David Raya on loan - with an option to buy - last summer, Aaron Ramsdale saw his role a...Full Story »
Transfer news and rumours LIVE: PSG join race for Chelsea defender Reece James as clubs look to pounce on Blues’ FFP concerns
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by Goal.com
Conte unlikely to join Bayern as Napoli prepare huge bit
Contrary to earlier reports, Antonio Conte is now unlikely to join Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich as Napoli are preparing a huge bid for the Italian, according to CalcioNapoli24.
Napoli chief Aurelio De Laurentiis is personally invested in the deal and wants a big-name manager to rebuild the brand of his club next season.
Pioli likel...Full Story »
Daniel Farke relieved to see Leeds secure crucial victory despite injuries
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Leeds boss Daniel Farke revealed several of his players had been struggling during his side’s 3-1 win against Hull, which lifted them back into the Sky Bet Championship’s automatic promotion places.Sam Byram’s early header for Leeds was deservedly cancelled out by Hull’s on-loan Liverpool forward Fabio Carvalho and the visitors went on to out-play their hosts for long per...Full Story »
Leeds leave it late to see off Hull and climb into Championship top two
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Crysencio Summerville and Dan James struck two late goals as Leeds beat Hull 3-1 at Elland Road to climb back into the Sky Bet Championship’s top two.Summerville picked himself up after being bundled over in the box to convert from the spot in the 88th minute and James fired home from fully 40 yards with visiting goalkeeper Ryan Allsop stranded in the closing moments.The win extended Leeds...Full Story »
Kieran McKenna hails comeback kings Ipswich on return to Championship summit
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Kieran McKenna hailed his comeback kings as Ipswich dug deep to seal a jaw-dropping 3-2 stoppage-time victory against Southampton to go back top of the Sky Bet Championship.A pulsating Easter Monday clash at a packed Portman Road went down to the wire after Che Adams and Adam Armstrong had put Saints in the driving seat, having been hit by a Leif Davis’ stunner.Nathan Broadhead levelled fo...Full Story »
Ipswich super sub Jeremy Sarmiento nets late winner against sorry Southampton
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Super sub Jeremy Sarmiento secured Sky Bet Championship comeback kings Ipswich a stunning 3-2 stoppage-time win against profligate Southampton to go back to the top of the table.A packed Portman Road hosted this eagerly-anticipated Easter Monday encounter between a pair of sides pushing for a place in the Premier League next season.Che Adams and Adam Armstrong put Southampton on course for a muc...Full Story »
Wycombe defender Chris Forino reports racist remark from stands at Blackpool
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Matt Bloomfield called the alleged racist abuse of Wycombe defender Chris Forino “abhorrent” following his side’s 0-0 draw with Blackpool at Bloomfield Road.Wycombe defender Forino, 23, was engaged in a long discussion with both sets of managers and the officials towards the end of the first half after reporting being targeted by a discriminatory remark from the stands.Forino p...Full Story »
Super-sub Nahki Wells praised by Bristol City boss Liam Manning
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Bristol City boss Liam Manning hailed “terrific character” Nahki Wells after he came off the bench to score the only goal of the game at Plymouth.Half-time substitute Wells scored the Robins’ 57th-minute winner as Argyle slumped to 21st in the Championship, one point above the relegation zone following five straight home defeats without scoring.Manning said of the striker: &ldq...Full Story »
Steve Evans insists Stevenage are not out the play-off battle as slump continues
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Stevenage manager Steve Evans issued a defiant message after his promotion-chasing side suffered another setback with a 0-0 draw at Charlton.The stalemate at the Valley extended their winless run to seven matches and left them three points off the play-off places in League One.Boro’s 17-goal top-scorer Jamie Reid had a glorious chance to end his drought but instead extended it to nine matc...Full Story »
Mo Faal’s late winner may be ‘gold dust’ in Walsall’s play-off push – Mat Sadler
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Walsall boss Mat Sadler believes Mo Faal’s late winner could be “gold dust” in the race for the League Two play-offs after his side revived their top-seven hopes by beating Salford 2-1.The on-loan West Brom striker cut inside to lash the ball home in the third minute of second-half stoppage-time for his fourth goal since his January loan move, ending a four-game winless run for...Full Story »
Steve Cotterill praises Forest Green’s determination after win at Crewe
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Steve Cotterill praised the resilience of Forest Green’s players as the EFL’s bottom club won 3-0 at Crewe.The Sky Bet League Two strugglers swept into a three-goal lead before the half-hour mark at Gresty Road and then defended the lead impressively in the second half, helped by some outstanding goalkeeping by Vicente Reyes.Jordan Garrick netted twice and Jamie Robson added the thir...Full Story »
Michael Skubala hails back-up keeper Jordan Wright after Lincoln’s latest win
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Michael Skubala hailed late replacement goalkeeper Jordan Wright following Lincoln’s 3-1 win over relegation-threatened Carlisle.Ben House, Luton loanee Joe Taylor and Teddy Bishop grabbed the goals as the Imps secured a fifth straight win and stretched their unbeaten run to 15 games.But Wright made some crucial saves after number one Lukas Jensen went down with back spasms in the warm-up....Full Story »
Gary Rowett: Win over Preston one of Birmingham’s ‘most important’ of the season
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Interim manager Gary Rowett insists Birmingham have their belief back after clinching a priceless 1-0 win at home to Preston.On-loan Fulham striker Jay Stansfield eased City’s relegation fears with the only goal of the game in the 68th minute.Stansfield’s 10th Sky Bet Championship goal of the season secured Blues a deserved first victory in eight games since manager Tony Mowbray was ...Full Story »
Danny Cowley keeping focus on Colchester in relegation fight
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Colchester boss Danny Cowley insisted he was only interested in his own team’s results after seeing them slip into the League Two drop zone following a 1-1 draw at Tranmere.Kieron Morris and Alistair Smith traded goals in the early stages and the point means that, with Sutton and Forest Green both picking up victories, Colchester drop into the bottom two, a point from safety, albeit with t...Full Story »
Angry Stephen Clemence admits Gillingham’s ‘heads went’
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Gillingham manager Stephen Clemence admitted he was “very angry” following his side’s error-strewn 5-1 hammering at Harrogate.The Gills started the afternoon in League Two’s final play-off place but, despite taking a half-time lead through George Lapslie’s header, succumbed to second-half replies from Anthony O’Connor, Matty Daly (two), Jack Muldoon and Abarah...Full Story »
The blaming of the Shrews: ‘Lack of quality’ frustrates boss Paul Hurst
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Boss Paul Hurst was unhappy with Shrewsbury’s performance at Bristol Rovers, even though the 0-0 draw means they have only lost one of their last six away games.The visitors were indebted to several Marko Marosi saves for picking up a point from the Sky Bet League One contest at the Memorial Stadium, while Aiden O’Brien crashed a volley against the Rovers crossbar from 20 yards out.H...Full Story »
Ian Evatt: That’s why Bolton paid the money for Aaron Collins
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Ian Evatt felt Aaron Collins proved his value after his hat-trick in the 5-2 win over Reading helped reignite Bolton’s promotion push in League One.Collins, who moved from Bristol Rovers in January for a reported £750,000, opened the scoring after 11 minutes, converted a penalty in first-half stoppage time and completed his treble 13 minutes from time.Icelandic striker Jon Dadi Bodva...Full Story »
Cambridge showed what’s under the bonnet over Easter weekend – Garry Monk
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Garry Monk was delighted Cambridge showed their true ability over the Easter weekend.The U’s had only previously won successive league games once all season but made it a six-point haul after seeing off Wigan 3-1.Gassan Ahadme marked his first start since December with a brace to add to his goal at Barnsley on Good Friday, before Danny Andrew sealed the points with a brilliant late free-ki...Full Story »
Andre Breitenreiter happy with performance despite Huddersfield dropping points
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Andre Breitenreiter was pleased with Huddersfield’s performance even as they let another lead slip in a 1-1 draw at Stoke to remain in the relegation zone.The Terriers’ winless run stretched to six games, with Breitenreiter without a victory since his opening game in charge.Bojan Radulovic broke the deadlock on the cusp of half-time with his first goal following a January switch from...Full Story »
Michael Carrick feels Middlesbrough are hitting form at the right time
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Michael Carrick feels his Middlesbrough side are peaking at the ideal time after their 2-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday took them to within six points of the Championship’s play-off places.The Teessiders’ season looked to effectively be over when they dropped to 14th after last month’s 2-0 defeat at Stoke, but they have embarked on a six-game unbeaten run that has reignited the...Full Story »
Exeter’s resilience in come-from-behind away win impresses boss Gary Caldwell
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Gary Caldwell praised Exeter’s resilience after his team came from behind to win 2-1 at relegation-threatened Cheltenham in Sky Bet League One.The home side opened the scoring through Ben Williams early in the second half, but Luke Harris levelled five minutes later and Reece Cole won it from the penalty spot in the final minute.“The players were outstanding after going a goal down a...Full Story »
Des Buckingham says Oxford win over Fleetwood the best performance of his tenure
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Oxford boss Des Buckingham felt his team’s showing was as good as he has seen since taking charge last November as they flailed Fleetwood 4-0 at the Kassam Stadium for their biggest win of the season.The U’s had the match in the bag by half-time as Cameron Brannagan, Mark Harris and Owen Dale put them three up by the break, with Harris adding his second seven minutes from time.Buckin...Full Story »
Mike Williamson looking to learn after MK Dons concede late equaliser
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Mike Williamson insisted lessons would be learned from MK Dons’ 3-3 draw with Notts County after being unimpressed with what he saw at Meadow Lane.Substitute Ellis Harrison thought he had won the contest after scoring seven minutes from time with a fine finish, only for Aaron Nemane to net late on to share the spoils.“I thought we started slow,” Dons boss Williamson said. &ldqu...Full Story »
Barnsley boss Neill Collins salutes subs for inspiring second-half fightback
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Barnsley boss Neill Collins hailed the impact of his half-time substitutes after seeing his side come from behind to win 3-1 at Burton.Collins brought on striker John McAtee and midfielder Adam Phillips, who were both ill in the build-up to the game, and McAtee responded with a quick-fire brace, his ninth and 10 League One goals of the season, before Luca Connell sealed victory with a third for ...Full Story »
Port Vale boss Darren Moore rues wasteful finishing after defeat at Northampton
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Port Vale boss Darren Moore rued his side’s wasteful finishing after they were beaten 2-0 by Northampton.The Valiants had their chances in an even contest at Sixfields but were plunged deeper into relegation trouble by Mitch Pinnock’s sweet first-half strike and a stoppage-time second from Shaun McWilliams.Vale remain in the relegation zone in League One, a point from safety, with si...Full Story »
Second win means ‘fantastic’ Easter weekend for Ged Brannan and Morecambe
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Morecambe boss Ged Brannan hailed a “fantastic weekend” after his side sealed a second successive win to keep their play-off hopes very much alive.The Shrimps followed up a 2-1 win over Accrington on Good Friday with a similar success against Barrow, with early goals from David Tutonda and Gwion Edwards giving them the advantage before Ben Whitfield’s 89th-minute strike ensured...Full Story »
‘We are never going to give up’ says West Brom boss as they hit back for a point
Posted Tuesday, April 02, 2024 by PA
Carlos Corberan insisted that West Brom will ‘never give up’ after watching his side fight back from two goals down to draw 2-2 against Watford at The Hawthorns.Watford struck twice in the space of 15 second-half minutes when Edo Kayembe broke the deadlock in the 51st minute, before Mileta Rajovic doubled the lead from close range.Albion, who increased their lead over the chasing pla...Full Story »