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Liverpool identify La Liga goalkeeper as Caoimhin Kelleher replacement

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher is set to leave the Reds at the end of the season and the Merseyside club have identified his replacement in La Liga. The Ireland international has been a great backup for Alisson over the last few seasons and helped the Reds to the Carabao Cup last season. However, it is time for the 24-year-old to get regular game time and the goalkeeper looks set to lea...Full Story »

Barcelona optimistic about signing two huge stars this summer

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Barcelona are said to be very optimistic about bringing Paris Saint-Germain’s Lionel Messi and Man City’s Ilkay Gundogan to the Camp Nou ahead of next season. The pair will become free agents in the summer and are expected to leave their clubs should Barca be able to fund moves for the duo. The Catalan club still have financial issues and needs to address them before completing a...Full Story »

Juventus get 15-point Serie A deduction reversed as Fabio Paratici has ban appeal rejected

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by Express.co.uk

Juventus have flown up the Serie A table after having their points deduction overturned, following an order from Italy's top sport body for the court to review their previous ruling. However, former Juve sporting director Fabio Paratici has seen an appeal on his 30-month ban from football activity rejected, plunging his Tottenham future into further doubt. Juve were slapped with a painful 15-po...Full Story »

LUND'S END Man Utd ‘place Atalanta star Rasmus Hojlund on striker transfer shortlist’ but face battle with Arsenal and Chelsea

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

But they face competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea for the Danish star. Man Utd are keen on signing Arsenal and Chelsea target Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta Credit: Rex Hojlund, 20, has made waves this season in Italy with eight goals for Atalanta. He then scored a hat-trick on his Denmark debut last month before bagging another two strikes in the following game. And Sca...Full Story »

RE-UNAI-TED Aston Villa boss Unai Emery ‘plots Smith Rowe reunion despite Villans seeing £30m transfer bid rejected by Arsenal’

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

The ambitious Villans are targeting a move that would see Smith Rowe reunite with Unai Emery, the manager that handed him his Gunners debut. Emile Smith Rowe is yet to start a Premier League game this season Credit: Getty Villa tried to sign Smith Rowe in the summer of 2021, having a £30million bid rejected by Mikel Arteta's side. According to talkSPORT, changing circumstances could see ...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona confident of making two big-name signings

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by Goal.com

Barcelona are optimistic of signing Messi and Gundogan (Relevo) According to Relevo, Barcelona are hoping to bring back Lionel Messi and sign free agent Ilkay Gundogan in the summer in a bid to boost their squad. The Blaugranas are growing increasingly confident of getting both the deals over the line. Hutter tipped to replace Hodgson at Palace Crystal Palace might appoint Austrian manage...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag not happy with Man United’s ‘unacceptable’ lack of fight and desire

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by PA

Erik ten Hag says Manchester United let the fans down with their “unacceptable” lack of fight and desire in Thursday’s humiliating Europa League exit to Sevilla.Last week the Red Devils threw away a commanding quarter-final lead as late Tyrell Malacia and Harry Maguire own goals saw the first leg end in a chaotic 2-2 draw.But United wilted rather than rallied in the return leg ...Full Story »

David Moyes hails Declan Rice’s ‘Roy of the Rovers’ goal in West Ham win

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by PA

David Moyes branded Declan Rice West Ham’s “Roy of the Rovers” after his memorable solo goal helped them to the semi-finals of the Europa Conference League.Hammers skipper Rice scored a goal Roy Race, the comic book hero of Melchester Rovers, would have been proud of as they beat Belgian side Gent 4-1 on the night and 5-2 on aggregate.The England midfielder won the ball in his ...Full Story »

Hammers hit back to beat Gent and reach Europa Conference League semi-finals

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by PA

Michail Antonio scored twice and Declan Rice hit a superb solo goal as West Ham marched into the semi-finals of the Europa Conference League.The Hammers fell a goal behind to Belgian side Gent but hit back for a thumping 4-1 win on the night and 5-2 on aggregate.It means a continental semi-final for a second consecutive year for David Moyes’ side, having reached the same stage of the Europ...Full Story »

Sevilla 3 - 0 Manchester United: Harry Maguire and David De Gea errors costly as Man Utd crash out of Europe

Posted Friday, April 21, 2023 by PA

Harry Maguire and David De Gea errors bookended an embarrassing 3-0 defeat at Sevilla as Manchester United’s Europa League dreams went up in smoke in Spain.A week on from blowing a comfortable two-goal lead in the first leg of this quarter-final, the Red Devils withered rather than rallied at the rocking Estadio Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.Youssef En-Nesyri capitalised on a Maguire mistake and, ...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Can't wait UCL Super big Match

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Can't wait UCL Super big Match   Oliver Kahn be like: I may have taken 99 wrong decisions but rejecting Ronaldo ain't one of them.   Barca Fans Changes More Teams Than Kids Change Their Diapers.   Chelsea next season   Semifinals   1. Out from ucl2. Out from uel3.out from cdrBut enjoying man city qualifying for sem...Full Story »

Chelsea 'in contact' with Mauricio Pochettino - while Luis Enrique is 'axed from list'

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Chelsea are reportedly set for further talks with Mauricio Pochettino having cut Luis Enrique from their shortlist. The Blues are conducting a thorough search for their next permanent manager with Frank Lampard in interim charge until the end of the season. Former Barcelona and Spain boss Enrique flew to London two weeks ago for discussions, but he's no longer a main candidate. That's accord...Full Story »

Manchester United plan to sell four defenders in the upcoming transfer window

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

According to Manchester Evening News, Manchester United are set to sell four defenders in the summer. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag will be hoping to further strengthen his squad in the summer with the club already heavily linked with a big money move for Tottenham striker Harry Kane who could cost up to £100m. They are also looking to improve the right side of the defense with...Full Story »

Chelsea chiefs favouring Nagelsmann and Enrique

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Former Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann has overtaken Luis Enrique as the frontrunner for the Chelsea job. The German is the man who the Blues hierarchy believe can take the club back to the top. Nagelsmann and Enrique, along with Mauricio Pochettino and Ruben Amorim, are among those being head hunted by Chelsea. However, Sky Sports Germany states that Naglesmann has the upper hand in ...Full Story »

Harry Kane to reunite with Jose Mourinho as superclub plots sensational rebuild - report

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by fourfourtwo.com

Harry Kane will finally leave Tottenham this summer, according to media reports, with Pais Saint-Germain emerging as the likeliest destination for the England captain. Le Parisien believe the French giants have already drawn up their list of targets as a billion-euro rebuild gets underway, and Kane is seen as the ideal striker to lead them into a new era. The Paris-based outfit's current squa...Full Story »

Chelsea ready to pounce if Atletico Madrid decide to sell key star

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Chelsea are reportedly very interested in signing Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak should the La Liga giants decide to sell the goalkeeper in the summer. The 30-year-old has a contract at the Metropolitano until 2024 and if they are undecided about his continuation at the club, this summer would be the time to sell him. The Slovenia international is one of the best goalkeepers in the world but a...Full Story »

Arsenal star's 'Twerk Queen' WAG shakes her booty violently in saucy new routine

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Claudia bounced around the dance hall with her new routine Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior's 'Twerk Queen' WAG Claudia has stunned social media with her latest routine. The model and dancer, who spends her days teaching twerk skills and choreographing sequences, brought in thousands of likes having gained a following of over 70,000 strong fanbase. Many Gunners supporters have enjoyed Claudia's ...Full Story »

Spurs boost as Chelsea go cold on Luis Enrique

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Tottenham have received a boost in their pursuit of a new manager. Spurs are seeking a long-term appointment after Antonio Conte's departure last month. The Telegraph says Chelsea have decided against pursuing a deal for former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique after talks in London. And that could leave the door open for Spurs - who are keen on the ex-Barcelona man despite Daniel Levy previousl...Full Story »

I’m ex-Man Utd masseuse.. Cristiano Ronaldo sold me his Porsche at half-price because I got him a Pussycat Doll’s number

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

CRISTIANO RONALDO sold his £60,000 Porsche convertible for half the price - in return for the phone number of Pussycat Dolls singer Kimberly Wyatt. The footie megastar was desperate to land a date with the stunning performer after watching her on X Factor during his first spell at Old Trafford. Cristiano Ronaldo sold his Porsche for half price in exchange for a Pussycat Doll's number Mas...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: City set to offer new contract to star player

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Goal.com

Manchester City set to offer new contract to Erling Haaland According to The Athletic, Manchester City ace, Erling Haaland will soon receive a contract extension from the club after his release clause for next summer was removed from his contract. The report states that it is unknown how many years Manchester City will offer to extend Haaland's contract to, however, his current deal runs til...Full Story »

Julian Nagelsmann’s girlfriend drops major hint he could be next Chelsea manager

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

CHELSEA'S hunt for a new manager has taken a new twist after the partner of favourite Julian Nagelsmann put her new job on hold. Nagelsmann's girlfriend Lena Wurzenberger was due to start a new position working for German car giants BMW in Munich on April 1. Julian Nagelsmann's partner is former newspaper reporter Lena Wurzenberger She has put her career switch on hold as Nagelsmann's future ...Full Story »

Michael Carrick praises Isaiah Jones impact as Middlesbrough beat Hull

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Michael Carrick was pleased to see Isaiah Jones “light up” the Riverside Stadium by helping Middlesbrough beat Hull 3-1 and move to the brink of securing a Championship play-off spot.Fourth-placed Boro effectively secured a top-six finish as they boast a considerably superior goal difference to Millwall who are nine points behind with three games left to play.By recovering from falli...Full Story »

Sabri Lamouchi hails Cardiff players after ‘massive result’ in beating Watford

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Sabri Lamouchi hailed his Cardiff players for the 3-1 win at Watford that boosted their chances of avoiding relegation.But Watford manager Chris Wilder laid into his squad for failing to operate as a team as the Hornets’ slim chances of making the play-offs all but disappeared.Ismaila Sarr fired Watford into an early lead only for the Bluebirds to reply with three goals in the space of 10 ...Full Story »

Gareth Ainsworth: QPR can avoid relegation despite worrying form

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

QPR boss Gareth Ainsworth insisted his players believe they can avoid the drop despite their relegation worries worsening after a 1-1 draw at home to Norwich.Rangers, who were top of the Sky Bet Championship in October, have slid down the table with an appalling run of just one league win in 20 matches.But Ainsworth is adamant that the players still feel confident they can save Rangers, who are ...Full Story »

I don’t think it’s pretty for anyone – Russell Martin on Swansea-Preston brawl

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Swansea head coach Russell Martin has described the mass brawl that broke out near the end of his team’s 4-2 win over Preston in the Championship as “carnage”.At least 30 people – including players, substitutes and coaches from both clubs – were involved in the ugly scenes that erupted near the end of the match when the Swans were leading 3-2.Punches appeared to be ...Full Story »

Bernardo Silva confident of claiming Champions League revenge over Real Madrid

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Bernardo Silva spoke confidently of claiming revenge over Real Madrid after Manchester City booked a Champions League semi-final rematch against the Spanish giants.City reached the last four for a third successive year as they weathered a storm to claim a 1-1 draw in the second leg of their quarter-final against Bayern Munich on Wednesday and progress 4-1 on aggregate.Erling Haaland put the resu...Full Story »

Noel Hunt feels Andy Carroll’s red card in Reading’s draw with Luton was ‘harsh’

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Reading interim manager Noel Hunt labelled the dismissal of striker Andy Carroll in the 1-1 Sky Bet Championship draw with Luton as “harsh”.After a drab first half, the highlight of which saw Luton’s Alfie Doughty strike a post, Reading went in front early in the second period through a near-post Carroll header.Carroll was sent off just five minutes later, after scoring a near-...Full Story »

Coventry boss Mark Robins hails luck as goalkeeper Ben Wilson salvages point

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Coventry boss Mark Robins said his team made their own luck after goalkeeper Ben Wilson snatched a remarkable injury-time equaliser in the 1-1 draw at Blackburn.In the clash between two play-off contenders, Rovers looked on course for a decisive win after Sam Gallagher’s bullet header – his eighth of the campaign – put them on course to move fifth and four points above the Sky ...Full Story »

Coventry goalkeeper Ben Wilson rescues vital point with late equaliser

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Coventry goalkeeper Ben Wilson scored a controversial equaliser five minutes into added time to snatch a dramatic 1-1 draw at fellow Championship play-off chasers Blackburn.The Sky Blues, who had been lacklustre for much of the game, looked to be heading for a damaging defeat in their hopes of reaching the top six after deservedly falling behind to a guided header by Sam Gallagher six minutes be...Full Story »

Chuba Akpom scores again as Middlesbrough hit back to beat Hull

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Chuba Akpom became the first player to score in nine consecutive Championship home games by hitting the goal that completed Middlesbrough’s 3-1 win against Hull at the Riverside.The 27-year-old powered in a brilliant third for Michael Carrick’s side to keep their faint hopes of an automatic promotion place alive.Boro turned around a half-time deficit delivered by Allahyar Sayyadmanes...Full Story »

Manchester City progress past Bayern Munich to reach Champions League semi-final

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Erling Haaland scored his 48th goal of the season as Manchester City weathered a storm to reach the Champions League semi-finals with a 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich.The prolific Norwegian recovered from missing a penalty to strike in the 57th minute of tense quarter-final second leg at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday as City progressed 4-1 on aggregate.Joshua Kimmich registered Bayern’s first ...Full Story »

Luton book play-off spot after snatching draw away to 10-man Reading

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Ten-man Reading’s relegation worries increased when they could manage only a 1-1 Sky Bet Championship draw with promotion-chasing Luton, who secured their play-off place.Neither side impressed in a drab first half, though Alfie Doughty struck a post for Luton with a long-range effort.Reading went in front six minutes into the second period when Andy Carroll nodded in from close range.But t...Full Story »

Joel Piroe dents Preston’s play-off hopes after mass touchline brawl in Swansea

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Joel Piroe scored twice as Swansea beat play-off chasing Preston 4-2 in a bad-tempered Championship clash that involved a mass brawl in the closing stages.Preston manager Ryan Lowe and Swansea midfielder Joe Allen were both shown straight red cards after a heated confrontation erupted on the touchline with the hosts leading 3-2 five minutes from time.At least 30 players, substitutes and coaches ...Full Story »

Inter Milan edge out Benfica to set up Champions League clash with AC Milan

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Inter Milan set up a Champions League semi-final derby with AC Milan, edging Benfica 5-3 on aggregate after a thrilling 3-3 draw in the second leg at the San Siro.The Italian side carried over a 2-0 lead from the first leg in Lisbon and that result proved critical as Benfica fought hard, scoring twice in the closing minutes to fight back from 3-1 down on the night.Nicolo Barella, Lautaro Martine...Full Story »

Cardiff boost survival hopes after coming from behind to win at Watford

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

Cardiff gave their hopes of avoiding relegation from the Sky Bet Championship a big boost by coming from behind to win 3-1 at Watford.Ismaila Sarr gave the Hornets an early lead but their slim hopes of gate-crashing the play-offs were dented by three Cardiff replies in the space of 10 first-half minutes.Kion Etete and Cedric Kipre quickly turned the scoreline on its head before Sory Kaba posted ...Full Story »

QPR slip further into trouble after draw with Norwich

Posted Thursday, April 20, 2023 by PA

QPR’s survival hopes and Norwich’s play-off challenge both took another blow as they drew 1-1 in the Sky Bet Championship at Loftus Road.Lyndon Dykes’ ninth-minute goal put Rangers ahead but Adam Idah, sent on as a half-time substitute, equalised in the first minute of the second half.Rangers’ awful slide down the table continues and the west London side are in serious da...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Real Madrid is too strong

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Chelsea (0)0-2(4) Real MadridReal Madrid is too strong   Man City When They See A Certain Real Madrid Player Cooking Chelsea In the Quarterfinals Of Uefa Champions League.   Double standards of   WE ARE NOT THE SAME SIMPLE.   Rodrygo's Pocket after he returned to the house.   No way   Bentornato, Milan! &nb...Full Story »

Three-man summer shortlist revealed as Liverpool consider center-back reinforcements

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS

The summer transfer window has already begun to take shape for Premier League giants Liverpool according to reports from CBSSports’ Ben Jacobs during an exclusive with CaughtOffside that detailed interest in three center-backs that the Reds could make a move for come July. According to Jacobs, the senior squad under beloved German tactician Jürgen Klopp could be strengthened by one...Full Story »

Real Madrid ‘want Chelsea quartet and willing to splash out more than £90m on Reece James alone’

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

REAL MADRID are reportedly keen on signing four players from Chelsea. And they are ready to spend £90million alone on star man Reece James. Real Madrid are ready to spend £90m on Chelsea star Reece James Chelsea and Real face each other tonight in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash. The Spaniards lead the tie 2-0 following last week’s win at the Bern...Full Story »

Van der Vaart tells Liverpool: Gravenberch better than Bellingham in every way

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Former Holland star Rafael van der Vaart has told Liverpool that Ryan Gravenberch is no Jude Bellingham reserve. The Reds are in talks for the Bayern Munich midfielder after being priced out of a deal for Borussia Dortmund's Bellingham. Van der Vaart says of his countryman: "What I think is the big difference (between the two players); Bellingham is a step lower at a club and always plays. ...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: PSG to battle Man Utd for Harry Kane

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Goal.com

Arteta wanted by Real Madrid Rio Ferdinand has claimed that Real Madrid want Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to replace Carlo Ancelotti. "I heard something… I heard that Real Madrid [are interested] and when they come knocking your players will be coachless," he said on his podcast. "I heard Ancelotti, Don Carlo, the eyebrow, he might be getting off, and that Arteta is looking to go to Rea...Full Story »

Arsenal interested in Declan Rice alternative also wanted by Chelsea

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

As we hurtle towards the business end of the current 2022/23 Premier League season, so clubs up and down the country will be positioning themselves to be at the head of the queue for the best players available on the market. Declan Rice has long been coveted by a number of English top-flight clubs, however, the West Ham captain is unlikely to come cheap and that could put off potential suitor...Full Story »

Man Utd target Jurrien Timber in surprise transfer hint as girlfriend 'goes on house-hunt'

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Express.co.uk

Jurrien Timber is reportedly eying a move to Liverpool Jurrien Timber could be set to leave Ajax this summer with his partner 'already house-hunting in Liverpool' according to surprise reports in Holland. The Dutch international centre-back was among the names on Manchester United's transfer shortlist last summer but Erik ten Hag failed to land his former player before later signing Lisandro M...Full Story »

Man United close to agreeing new De Gea contract - sources

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by ESPN

Manchester United are closing in on an agreement with David de Gea over a new contract, sources have told ESPN. The goalkeeper is approaching the end of his current deal and could leave Old Trafford for free at the end of the season. United, however, believe they are close to an agreement which would see De Gea extend his stay while taking a cut in his basic wage but with larger performance-re...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo's ex spotted cosying up to Leonardo DiCaprio at Coachella

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Cristiano Ronaldo's ex Irina Shayk was seen partying with Leonardo Di Caprio at Coachella Cristiano Ronaldo's ex Irina Shayk was spotted cosying up to Leonardo DiCaprio at Coachella. The singletons let their hair down until the early hours at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California at the weekend. Di Caprio, 48, was seen wearing a black baseball cap and t-shirt as he stood behin...Full Story »

Arsenal explain video of mascot getting ‘blanked’ by stars after club are hit by furious fan backlash

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

ARSENAL have defended their much-criticised video clip of a mascot being "blanked" by players. Many fans, including SunSport columnist Piers Morgan and TalkSPORT presenter Laura Woods, slammed the disconnect between the Gunners' stars and the smiling young girl. Players didn't appear to interact with the mascot but Arsenal later pointed out the autograph-signing was just part of her whole day'...Full Story »

TWO BECOME THREE Neymar and stunning model partner Bruna Biancardi announce she is pregnant with their first child in sweet post

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

NEYMAR and his stunning model Wag have announced they are expecting their first child together. The PSG superstar, 31, was tagged in a post that Bruna Biancardi shared on Instagram telling the world their happy news.Footie superstar Neymar and partner Bruna Biancardi are expecting their first child together The PSG star footballer kisses his Wag on the tummy Neymar and his partner decided to ...Full Story »

Scott Lindsey targeting Hartlepool scalp as Crawley chase League Two survival

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Crawley boss Scott Lindsey vowed his side will go flat out for victory at Hartlepool on Saturday after a goalless draw at home to Colchester put them three points clear of second-bottom Pools with three games remaining.Lindsey admitted he wanted maximum points against the U’s but was happy enough with the manner of the performance and knows a win this weekend would be a huge step towards s...Full Story »

This club is going to be back – Frank Lampard expects Chelsea to rise again

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Frank Lampard promised that Chelsea will be back after Real Madrid effectively ended a dismal season for his side with a 2-0 win to eliminate them from the Champions League.Lampard’s team fell to two goals from Real forward Rodrygo to exit the tournament at the quarter-final stage, thus relinquishing their last faint hopes of qualifying again next year.Chelsea, in 11th place in the Premier...Full Story »

Jim McNulty hails Rochdale’s fighting spirit in draw with Tranmere

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Manager Jim McNulty praised his Rochdale side for overcoming adversity in recovering from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw at home against Tranmere.Dale fell behind to a bizarre goal in the 19th minute.Liam Kelly’s back pass was heading wide of the goal until goalkeeper Richard O’Donnell, in attempting to control the ball, sliced it into his own net – although, according to Mc...Full Story »

Richie Barker pleased to see Derby keep their play-off bid on track

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Assistant head coach Richie Barker was delighted Derby kept their play-off bid on track following a gritty 2-1 win at Exeter.After a passive first half, two goals form striker David McGoldrick – which takes him to 21 for the season – put the Rams in control, but Jack Sparkes’ header 12 minutes from time led to a spirited fightback from Exeter.Despite plenty of possession, thoug...Full Story »

Pete Wild rues missed chances as Barrow’s play-off hopes sink with Grimsby loss

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Pete Wild felt his Barrow side created enough goalscoring opportunities to win two games before eventually slumping to a 1-0 defeat at Grimsby which virtually ends their League Two play-off hopes.Grimsby striker Danilo Orsi came off the bench to settle the match in the 77 minute with a well-taken winner at Blundell Park, leaving Barrow seven points off the top seven with only three matches to pl...Full Story »

Lincoln draw leaves Barnsley boss Michael Duff frustrated

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Barnsley boss Michael Duff was left frustrated after his side’s goalless draw at Lincoln saw them lose substantial ground in the League One automatic-promotion race.The Tykes were forced to settle for a point as the Imps made it five games without defeat.It was the first time Duff’s charges had failed to score in 10 attempts and to make matters worse title-chasing trio Plymouth, Ipsw...Full Story »

Simon Weaver salutes Sam Folarin and Kazeem Olaigbe after Harrogate beat Walsall

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Boss Simon Weaver hailed the match-winning efforts of young guns Sam Folarin and Kazeem Olaigbe as Harrogate pulled six points clear of the relegation zone following a 3-0 home win over Walsall.Ex-Middlesbrough winger Folarin, 22, opened the scoring early on before on-loan Southampton winger Olaigbe, 20, rifled a stunning edge-of-the-box effort into the top corner midway through the second half....Full Story »

Paul Simpson still looking up despite Carlisle being held by Stockport

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Paul Simpson is not ready to concede defeat in Carlisle’s chase for a top-three finish despite a 2-2 draw with League Two promotion rivals Stockport County at Brunton Park.Jon Mellish and Owen Moxon each scored their sixth goals of the season in the second half to put the Cumbrians in front with seven minutes remaining.But the Hatters, who gained a 31st-minute lead through Myles Hippolyte,...Full Story »

Mark Hughes admits Bradford’s finishing let them down in loss at Swindon

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Mark Hughes bemoaned Bradford’s finishing after their League Two automatic-promotion hopes suffered a huge blow with a 1-0 defeat at Swindon.Jonny Williams struck eight minutes from time to secure the Robins’ first win in 10 matches, leaving the Bantams five points off the top three with four games remaining.Bradford boss Hughes said: “We were disappointed obviously. First half...Full Story »

Richie Wellens ‘so proud’ of promoted Orient as he sets sights on winning title

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Richie Wellens spoke of his pride after seeing Leyton Orient seal promotion despite losing at Gillingham and set his sights on clinching the League Two title.Orient suffered an early setback in an incident-packed game at Priestfield when Omar Beckles was sent off after just 14 minutes and, from the resulting free-kick, Alex MacDonald fired Gillingham ahead.Cheye Alexander then made it 2-0 to the...Full Story »

John Eustace pleased to prove Birmingham doubters wrong

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Manager John Eustace was beaming with pride after Birmingham battled to a 1-0 win over Millwall at the Den.Lukas Jutkiewicz smuggled home the winner in the 28th minute and the Blues held on to all-but ensure their Championship status for next season.Millwall have now failed to score in five of their last six matches and could have their two-point cushion to seventh wiped out if West Brom and Bla...Full Story »

Stephen Dobbie can’t fault his Blackpool players despite defeat to West Brom

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Stephen Dobbie felt his Blackpool side “couldn’t have done any more” in the 2-0 defeat against West Brom which left them on the brink of the drop from the Championship.Morgan Rogers struck the post and saw another shot well saved in a first half which also saw Jerry Yates and Keshi Anderson go close.But promotion-chasing West Brom gave their hosts a lesson in ruthlessness and g...Full Story »

Steve Evans hails illness-hit Stevenage for earning ‘massive’ win over Doncaster

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Steve Evans hailed his illness-ridden Stevenage side for overcoming adversity and earning a “massive” 1-0 win over Doncaster.Jordan Roberts’ 13th-minute strike proved the difference at the Lamex Stadium as third-placed Boro extended their unbeaten run to five.Stevenage now sit four points clear of fourth-placed Stockport with a game in hand and he was delighted with his side&rs...Full Story »

Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher shell-shocked after last-gasp win at Shrewsbury

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher admitted dramatic winners will be the end of him after his side’s last-gasp 2-1 victory at Shrewsbury.The Pilgrims looked set to plummet out of the League One promotion places until Callum Wright’s 96th-minute diving header.Crystal Palace loanee Killian Phillips opened the scoring for the hosts before visiting captain Joe Edwards levelled.And there was...Full Story »

Northampton edge closer to promotion after hard-fought win at Sutton

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Northampton took a big step towards automatic promotion from League Two as they edged an entertaining game 2-1 against a Sutton side unfortunate to go down to a fourth successive defeat.In a fast-paced start to the game Sutton went close to taking the lead after a quarter of an hour when Alistair Smith’s first-time volley came back off the foot of the post.It was slightly against the run o...Full Story »

Ian Evatt bemoans ‘one that got away’ as Bolton can only draw with Burton

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Bolton boss Ian Evatt felt that two points got away as Josh Walker’s equaliser grabbed Burton a point from a 1-1 draw after former Brewers striker Victor Adeboyejo had seemingly set the Trotters on the way to victory.Adeboyejo helped Aaron Morley’s long-range effort past Burton keeper Craig MacGillivray in the fifth minute and Wanderers held Albion at bay until substitute Walker nett...Full Story »

Neil Wood hails ‘professional’ Salford display in win over Hartlepool

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Salford boss Neil Wood saluted a ‘professional’ performance from his team after they eased to a 2-0 victory against relegation-threatened Hartlepool.The Ammies remain firmly in the play-off picture after two first-half goals from Matt Smith and Louie Barry proved the difference.The second half was largely unspectacular from both sides but Wood’s team had done enough and the pla...Full Story »

Connor Evans pounces late to earn Stockport a draw at Carlisle

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Promotion rivals Carlisle and Stockport played out a 2-2 draw that leaves both outside the League Two top three.But County left it late to salvage a vital point through substitute Connor Evans after Paul Simpson’s hosts produced a stirring second-half fightback.Jon Mellish cancelled out Myles Hippolyte’s 31st-minute opener for Dave Challinor’s side, eight minutes into the secon...Full Story »

Jon Brady salutes ‘quite special’ victory as Cobblers close in on promotion

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Delighted Northampton boss Jon Brady saluted a “special” victory as his side triumphed 2-1 at Sutton.A second win in three games maintained the Cobblers’ grip on second place in the table on a night when they and third-placed Stevenage both won.“To come here and come away with three points is quite special really,” said Brady.“Sutton are a fantastic side, and ...Full Story »

Mark Bonner bemoans Cambridge’s lack of killer instinct against Wycombe

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Mark Bonner rued Cambridge’s failure to take their chances in the 2-1 defeat to Wycombe.The U’s had picked up 10 points in their previous four Sky Bet League One games but fell to a 2-1 home loss, leaving them a point behind Oxford and three behind MK Dons going into their last four matches of the season.“I thought we played really well,” reflected Bonner.“We should...Full Story »

Kieran McKenna talks up importance of Ipswich’s win over Port Vale

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna said it was a “really good win” for his team after they came from a goal down to beat Port Vale 2-1 and maintain their League One automatic-promotion charge.Mal Benning’s superb volley just before half-time put the visitors, who sacked boss Darrell Clarke on Monday, ahead against the run of play.But it was cancelled out by Nathan Broadhead’s...Full Story »

Nigel Clough lauds Mansfield’s ‘against the odds’ win over Newport

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Mansfield manager Nigel Clough hailed his injury-hit side’s “incredible effort” as they held on to seal a 2-1 win at Newport.Hiram Boateng and substitute James Gale had put the play-off-chasing Stags in control with goals in each half but a late header from Exiles sub Aaron Wildig set up a nervy finish.That goal was enough to see Clough’s men drop from seventh to eighth b...Full Story »

Liam Manning hails Oxford but curses missed chances after Portsmouth draw

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Oxford United manager Liam Manning was left ruing missed chances after what he claimed was his side’s best performance since he took charge against Portsmouth.The U’s came from a goal behind thanks to Sam Long, who cancelled out Marlon Pack’s stunning first-half opener.“Terrific response from the weekend (losing to Bolton),” said Manning after the 1-1 draw. “I...Full Story »

Forest Green are still giving me everything – Duncan Ferguson

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Forest Green boss Duncan Ferguson praised his side’s resolve as they managed a first clean sheet in five matches in a goalless draw with Fleetwood.Rovers are rooted to the bottom of Sky Bet League One and played out an uninspiring stalemate with Fleetwood, who are now mathematically safe.After conceding 10 goals in their four games in April, Ferguson was keen to praise his defensive set-up...Full Story »

Paul Heckingbottom backs Blades for Man City ‘test’ after promotion moves closer

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Paul Heckingbottom wants to see Sheffield United “test themselves” against Premier League giants Manchester City at Wembley after the Blades moved within touching distance of winning automatic promotion with a 1-0 victory over Bristol City.James McAtee netted the winner in the second half after coming off the bench.Heckingbottom said: “I thought we were much better in the secon...Full Story »

Tony Mowbray admits Sunderland ‘fell short’ in home draw with Huddersfield

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Tony Mowbray admitted his Sunderland side “fell short” as they were pegged back to a 1-1 draw by Huddersfield that has dented their hopes of making the Sky Bet Championship play-offs.The Black Cats looked to be heading into the top six when Joe Gelhardt fired them into the lead shortly before the interval at the Stadium of Light.But Josh Koroma equalised for Huddersfield just before ...Full Story »

Charlton riposte at MK Dons impresses Dean Holden

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Charlton manager Dean Holden was delighted with the reaction his players showed from their drubbing against Ipswich as they bounced back with a 1-0 victory at MK Dons.The Addicks were left to lick their wounds following a 6-0 loss at Portman Road last Saturday, and a poor showing at Stadium MK would have led to accusations of their players’ minds already being on the end-of-season break.Ho...Full Story »

Vincent Kompany: Burnley should have been celebrating victory at Rotherham

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Burnley boss Vincent Kompany was left scratching his head as to how his side were held to a 2-2 draw at Rotherham, which leaves their Sky Bet Championship title-winning champagne on ice.The Clarets would have become champions if they had bettered Sheffield United’s result and they looked on course for three points in South Yorkshire as quality goals from Scott Twine and Manuel Benson, eith...Full Story »

Darren Moore’s ‘strong and resolute’ Sheffield Wednesday boost promotion hopes

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Darren Moore praised Sheffield Wednesday’s performance after they boosted their automatic promotion hopes with a 2-1 win at Bristol Rovers.Barry Bannan scored a sublime effort from the edge of the box and defender Akin Famewo blasted in following a corner to seal a first League One away win in six matches and keep the South Yorkshire side in the hunt for a top-two finish.Wednesday are the ...Full Story »

Shaun Maloney talks up Wigan’s survival chances after vital victory at Stoke

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Delighted Wigan boss Shaun Maloney has no doubts his battling side can still avoid relegation.Striker Will Keane claimed the only goal of the game for a first away win since October as the Latics stunned Stoke at the bet365 Stadium.And with victory, which ended a run of three successive losses, no wonder Maloney was smiling after his team moved within five points of safety with three games still...Full Story »

Southend’s play-off hopes dented by Oldham defeat

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Southend’s play-off push suffered a major setback following a damaging 2-0 defeat at Oldham in the Vanarama National League.Alex Reid put the Latics ahead two minutes before the break, capitalising on an error from Shrimpers goalkeeper Collin Andeng-Ndi to fire into an unguarded net and score for the second successive match.Cheltenham loanee Ellis Chapman secured a third consecutive win fo...Full Story »

Jordan Roberts keeps Stevenage on track for promotion with winner against Donny

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Jordan Roberts’ 10th league goal of the season moved Stevenage a step closer to automatic promotion as they beat struggling Doncaster 1-0.The hosts started on top and Danny Rose fired an early warning shot wide with just a minute played before Jake Forster-Caskey volleyed narrowly off target.Jake Taylor blasted wide as Boro kept the pressure on for an early opener and it arrived in the 13t...Full Story »

Barnet see off Solihull to sew up play-off spot

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Barnet secured a National League play-off spot with a 1-0 win over Solihull.Harry Smith’s first-half winner ensured the Bees will finish inside the top seven. They currently sit fifth.Smith pounced to head in at the far post just before the half-hour mark for a goal which proved to be the winner.Victory ended a five-game winless run for the Bees in the league, while Solihull’s play-o...Full Story »

West Brom move into play-off position with win over struggling Blackpool

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Blackpool’s hopes of avoiding relegation from the Championship were dealt a blow with a 2-0 defeat at home to play-off hopefuls West Brom.The Seasiders had been hoping to follow Saturday’s win against bottom side Wigan with another much-needed three points.But with Brandon Thomas-Asante and Taylor Gardner-Hickman finding the net for West Brom, the defeat left their chances of escapin...Full Story »

Aldershot pull clear of danger with Wealdstone win

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Aldershot took a significant step towards Vanarama National League survival following a 1-0 victory over Wealdstone at Grosvenor Vale.Tahvon Campbell struck the 67th-minute winner, finishing at the second attempt to move the Shots five points clear of the relegation zone with two games remaining.On-loan Rochdale winger Campbell had earlier sent a header against the crossbar before condemning 14t...Full Story »

Wrexham on verge of promotion after victory over Yeovil

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Paul Mullin scored his 45th goal of the season as Wrexham produced a second-half onslaught to beat Yeovil 3-0 and move closer to promotion from the National League.Mullin struck 13 minutes from time after Anthony Forde and James Jones had netted against Yeovil, who were relegated as a result, to leave the Red Dragons four points clear of Notts County with two matches remaining.In a first-half of...Full Story »

Will Keane grabs Wigan lifeline in survival battle with winning strike at Stoke

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Will Keane’s 10th league goal of the season gave Wigan hope in their battle to avoid Sky Bet Championship relegation with a battling 1-0 away win over Stoke.The striker bagged a 54th-minute winner for the Latics as they climbed to within five points of getting out of the relegation zone.Manager Shaun Maloney’s side still have three fixtures to secure safety, but three of the four tea...Full Story »

Ethan Ebanks-Landell salvages Rochdale point against Tranmere

Posted Wednesday, April 19, 2023 by PA

Ethan Ebanks-Landell spared goalkeeper Richard O’Donnell’s blushes with a stoppage-time goal to rescue relegation-threatened Rochdale a 2-2 draw against Tranmere.The visitors had been handed the lead after 19 minutes when midfielder Liam Kelly sent a pass back to O’Donnell and the Dale stopper, under no pressure at all, sliced the ball into his own net.There was a brief flash o...Full Story »

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