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Luton reach play-off final with second-leg comeback against Sunderland

Posted Wednesday, May 17, 2023 by PA

Luton booked a place in the Sky Bet Championship play-off final with a 2-0 win over Sunderland.The Hatters delighted a noisy crowd at Kenilworth Road as first-half goals from defenders Gabe Osho and Tom Lockyer gave them victory over the Wearsiders.It proved enough for Rob Edwards’ team to overcome a 2-1 first-leg deficit and seal a 3-2 aggregate success.LUTON TOWN ARE GOING TO WEMBLEY!#LU...Full Story »

World's richest footballer's 'sex-mad' dad had gold-plated hot tubs and 40-woman harem

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Faiq Bolkiah has been labelled as the world's richest footballer - and his dad, the brother of the Sultan of Brunei, has certainly carved himself out a reputation over the past few decades Faiq Bolkiah is the world's richest footballer (Image: Getty Images) The father of the world's richest footballer, Faiq Bolkiah, is reportedly 'sex-mad' and has a harem of 40 women. Prince Jefri Bolkiah is ...Full Story »

'DEPRESSING' Chelsea fans disgusted at bare £6 hotdog as they joke ‘you get the rest of the toppings over 8-and-a-half year contract’

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

Results have gone from bad to worse for the Blues in recent weeks and now supporters are disgusted by an off the pitch matter. Fans have slammed Chelsea over their bland £6 hotdog Credit: Twitter @footyscran That's because one caterer at the stadium has offered up an unappealing bland hotdog. A fan shared a photo of the food item which featured a sausage in a bun and nothing else - no sa...Full Story »

TWERK IT Georgina Rodriguez shares raunchy video of her ‘first twerking class’ after private lesson from famous teacher

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

The Argentine-born Spaniard received a private masterclass from "international twerking teacher" Jack Gomez. Georgina Rodriguez shared a video from her 'first twerking class' Credit: Instagram Georgina Rodriguez got a private masterclass from a 'international twerking teacher' Credit: Instagram Georgina, dressed in pulled up joggers and a sports bra, released the raunchy dancing on her Instag...Full Story »

Rivaldo urges Ronaldo to quit Al Nassr for Real Madrid return

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Former Manchester United and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo could have been 'fooled' to sign for a Saudi Arabian domestic club,. Ronaldo signed his massive contract at Al-Nassr in January after leaving United by mutual consent during the World Cup this past winter. But according to Brazil and Barcelona legend Rivaldo, the Portuguese may have not been sure about the type of team he was jo...Full Story »

Napoli defender Kim Min-jae agrees terms with Man Utd

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Napoli defender Kim Min-jae has agreed to join Manchester United, it has been claimed. Il Mattino reports United have struck personal terms with the South Korea international and will trigger his buyout clause of €60m when it comes into effect in the first two weeks of July. Napoli president Aurelio de Laurentiis stated on Sunday that he did expect to lose some "senators" this summer. ...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Next Man City v Chelsea

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Arsenal   Leicester 0-3 Liverpool   Next Man City v Chelsea   Tag a Liverpool Fan & Say Nothing...     Barcelona win La Liga title   Work hard they say   Please stay tuned on 7M Daily Laugh. There will be more fun tomorrow! (Credit: Just toon it, originaltrollfootball, AZRorganization, koortoon)Full Story »

Barcelona learning from their mistakes? Blaugrana to demand signed guarantee from La Liga that Lionel Messi can be registered

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Goal.com

Barcelona will ask La Liga for a guarantee that they'll be able to register Lionel Messi before completing his signing, according to reports. WHAT HAPPENED? The Catalan club are keen to re-sign the Argentine legend this summer, with it all-but certain that he'll leave Paris Saint-Germain upon the expiry of his contract. But Spanish media outlet Sport claim Barca want assurances from the leagu...Full Story »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Manchester United push to sign Adrien Rabiot again

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Goal.com

Man Utd leading race to sign Osimhen Manchester United are currently leading the race to sign Napoli's star striker Victor Osimhen according to Il Mattino. The report suggests that Chelsea scouts were present during Napoli's Serie A defeat at the hands of Monza and were left unimpressed with the forward's underwhelming performance. Wrexham extend Paul Mullin's contract Wrexham have confirm...Full Story »

Tottenham turn to Brentford boss Thomas Frank after cooling interest in Julian Nagelsmann & receiving Vincent Kompany contract blow

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Goal.com

Tottenham have reportedly turned their attentions to Brentford's Thomas Frank over the vacant permanent manager's job at the club. THE BIGGER PICTURE: The club's search for a new long-term boss – with Ryan Mason taking caretaker charge for the rest of the season – has been chequered so far. After sacking Antonio Conte, they've turned down the chance to re-appoint Mauricio Pochetti...Full Story »

Man City not given up on extending Ilkay Gundogan deal - sources

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by ESPN

Manchester City have not given up hope of agreeing a new contract with Ilkay Gundogan and have not been informed that he intends to leave this summer, sources have told ESPN. Gundogan's deal is set to expire in June and if fresh terms are not agreed, the Germany international will leave the Etihad on a free transfer. His contract situation has alerted Barcelona and at least one club in Italy...Full Story »

PSG make key Man City star their number one target to replace Lionel Messi

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Lionel Messi is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season and the Ligue 1 leaders are targeting a Man City star to replace the World Cup winner this summer. Messi is out of contract at the end of the season and his departure will leave PSG without a number 10 – who can also play on the right. At Man City, Bernardo Silva is a star that can play both roles and his work r...Full Story »

Liverpool won’t let up in battle for top-four spot, says Jurgen Klopp

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by PA

Jurgen Klopp vowed Liverpool will maintain the pressure in the race for the Champions League after a routine 3-0 win at Leicester.Curtis Jones’ quickfire double and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s fabulous goal kept their push for the top four alive while plunging the Foxes closer to the drop.Second-bottom Leicester are two points from Premier League safety with two games left and go to New...Full Story »

Curtis Jones inspires Liverpool to leave Leicester on the brink

Posted Tuesday, May 16, 2023 by PA

Curtis Jones’ double pushed Leicester to the brink of relegation as Liverpool cruised to a 3-0 win – two years to the day since the Foxes’ FA Cup triumph.The midfielder’s first-half brace and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s stunner eased the visitors to victory as the hosts capitulated to leave them staring at the drop.That it came on the anniversary of their first ever FA...Full Story »

Pochettino needs ‘a miracle’ to keep Mason Mount at Chelsea with relations at all-time low as Arsenal eye £60m transfer

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

MAURICIO POCHETTINO faces a massive uphill battle to keep Mason Mount at Chelsea. The incoming boss has targeted the £60million-rated midfielder's contract stand-off as one of his main priorities when he takes over at the end of this season. Incoming Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino will need a "miracle" to keep Mason Mount But SunSport understands Pochettino's arrival is coming too late...Full Story »

Alisson only thinking of Liverpool future

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson says he's happily settled at Anfield. The Brazilian recently earned his 100th clean sheet with the Reds, with many rating him their best keeper since Ray Clemence. "Ray had over 600 matches for Liverpool (665)," said Alisson. "I don't know if I can play that amount here, but I'm already looking forward to the next 50 or 100 clean sheets, and for the next one in t...Full Story »

Feyenoord clinch Dutch title for first time since 2017 with win over

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by ESPN

Feyenoord wrapped up the Dutch championship with two games to spare after two early goals set them on their way to a 3-0 win over Go Ahead Eagles in Rotterdam on Sunday. Feyenoord took an unassailable lead at the top of the standings to spark wild celebrations in the port city, as they sealed the title for the first time since 2017. Oussama Idrissi opened the scoring in the 15th minute, befo...Full Story »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd-linked Ansu Fati wants to stay in Spain

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Goal.com

Liverpool receive boost as Barcelona cool interest in Ruben Neves A report from Spanish publication SPORT claims that Barcelona have dropped out of the race to sign Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, with Liverpool getting a significant transfer boost as a result. The Catalans isn't someone who the sporting management believes to be the ideal successor to Sergio Busquets, who will be leaving the c...Full Story »

Man United set to reignite interest in out of contract French star this summer

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Manchester United are said to be reigniting their interest in France and Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot. That’s according to L’Equipe, with the player’s contract set to expire at the end of the season. This would mean that Rabiot wouldn’t cost the Red Devils a single penny. Man United were interested in the Frenchman last summer and he looked set to sign, with Sky ...Full Story »

Paul Pogba walks off pitch crying as ex-Man Utd star left devastated after another injury

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Express.co.uk

Former Manchester United star Paul Pogba was reduced to tears after being forced off with another injury as his fitness problems continue to plague him at Juventus. The Frenchman became overwhelmed with emotion after suffering another devastating setback, having only recently returned from a lengthy spell out, as he walked off the pitch in their match against Cremonese on Sunday night. The 30-y...Full Story »

Barcelona clinch first LaLiga title since Lionel Messi's departure

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by ESPN

Barcelona have been crowned LaLiga champions for the first time since 2019 after winning 4-2 away at Espanyol in Sunday's Catalan derby. Robert Lewandowski scored twice in the first half either side of Alex Balde's back-post strike to set Barca on their way. Jules Kounde added a fourth after the break as Barca cruised to a win that put them 14 points clear of second-placed Real Madrid to clinch...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Man City close to PL Champion

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   BARCELONA WIN LA LIGA FOR THE 27TH TIME     Arsenal 0-3 Brighton     Man City close to PL ChampionEverton 0-3 Man City     Real Madrid have lost interest in signing Kylian Mbappe because they believe Vinicius Junior is better, according to Marca     Just a friendly reminder about who the biggest E...Full Story »

Ex-Barcelona WAG's boobs spill out dress as fans praise 'world's hottest woman'

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Former Barcelona WAG Jessica Goicoechea's boobs spilled out of her dress as she attended a red-carpet event. Goicoechea, who's the other half of Spanish centre-back Marc Bartra, left her fans speechless with a series of revealing photos that left little to the imagination on her Instagram. The Spanish model, 26, was on her way to a charity event at the Museu Nacional D'art de Catalunya, Barc...Full Story »

World Cup's sexiest fan's miniscule thong has fans begging 'go to Brazzers'

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Ivana Knoll – dubbed the 'World Cup's sexiest fan' has left fans drooling with steamy lingerie pictures. The Croatian beauty showed off her incredible curves as she posed in an all black thong in front of a mirror while out in California. Knoll captioned the Instagram post with a chilli and a flame, with no words necessary to accommodate the sizzling post. Knoll gained plenty of suppor...Full Story »

Stunning OnlyFans star and ex-footballer Madelene Wright leaves little to the imagination as she strips to her underwear

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

ONLYFANS star and former footballer Madelene Wright has stripped down to her underwear for her social media followers. The former Charlton star took to Instagram to share her latest picture. It showed her in grey matching Calvin Klein underwear as she relaxed on her carpet floor. And she also shared the link for her OnlyFans. Madelene, who has shifted her career away from football to becom...Full Story »

Mark Hughes feels Bradford’s win over Carlisle was great advert for League Two

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

Mark Hughes felt Bradford’s 1-0 play-off semi-final win over Carlisle was a great advert for Sky Bet League Two.The Valley Parade crowd of 20,575 was the highest for this stage in the fourth tier.Jamie Walker scored the only goal after 18 minutes to give the Bantams the edge for the return at Brunton Park next Saturday.Manager Hughes said: “The atmosphere tonight was incredible. It&r...Full Story »

Jamie Walker goal gives Bradford advantage over Carlisle in play-off semi-final

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

Jamie Walker gave Bradford the first-leg advantage over Carlisle following a 1-0 win in their Sky Bet League Two play-off semi-final.The Scottish midfielder scored the only goal in a close encounter at Valley Parade – a game watched by the largest crowd at this stage in the fourth tier.The 20,575 attendance saw Carlisle pile on the pressure in the second half but Mark Hughes’ Bradfor...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta apologises to fans after Arsenal are blown away by Brighton

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

A frustrated Mikel Arteta apologised to the Arsenal supporters after a crushing 3-0 loss at home to Brighton all but ended their Premier League title hopes.Second-half goals from Julio Enciso, Deniz Undav and Pervis Estupinan earned the Seagulls a deserved victory at the Emirates that means Manchester City need one more win from their final three games to defend their crown.City could be champio...Full Story »

My club has suffered – Emma Hayes hopes FA Cup win brings ‘joy’ to Chelsea fans

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes praised striker Sam Kerr as she dedicated her side’s third consecutive FA Cup victory to Blues fans in a year in which she feels the wider club has “suffered”.Kerr struck the winner past England goalkeeper Mary Earps to fire Chelsea to a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in front of a crowd of 77,390 at Wembley, a new world record for a women&rsquo...Full Story »

Brighton put the boot into Arsenal’s title hopes with victory at the Emirates

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

Arsenal’s fading Premier League titles hopes are all but over after second-half goals by Julio Enciso, Deniz Undav and Pervis Estupinan earned Brighton a stunning 3-0 win at the Emirates.The result means Manchester City only need one more victory from their final three games to defend their crown and they could be confirmed as champions as early as Saturday night if Mikel Arteta’s si...Full Story »

It’s not necessary what he does – Pep Guardiola hits out at Everton’s Yerry Mina

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was unhappy with Everton defender Yerry Mina for what he implied were underhand and unsporting tactics during their 3-0 win at Goodison Park.The Colombia international was involved in one visible incident with Aymeric Laporte at a corner in the first half in which the City centre-back slapped his opponent in the stomach following an altercation and Mina fell...Full Story »

West Ham boss David Moyes questions ‘strange’ VAR decision to rule out goal

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

David Moyes believes West Ham have been on the wrong end of too many strange VAR decisions.Having been denied penalties for handballs against Liverpool and Manchester United in recent weeks, the Hammers had a goal contentiously ruled out in their 2-0 defeat at Brentford.When Said Benrahma’s cross came back off a post it hit Divin Mubama, who had put his hand up to prevent himself from cras...Full Story »

Sam Kerr strike seals third straight FA Cup for Chelsea

Posted Monday, May 15, 2023 by PA

Sam Kerr’s second-half strike was all it took to win the FA Cup for Chelsea as they beat Manchester United 1-0 in front of a world record crowd of 77,390 at Wembley.The sold-out fixture smashed the previous best tally for a women’s domestic club match, 60,739, set when Atletico Madrid hosted Barcelona in 2019.United, who started brightly, were hoping to win their first major silverwa...Full Story »

Ilkay Gundogan at the double as Manchester City maintain march toward title

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Midfielder Ilkay Gundogan continued his scoring streak with another two goals as Manchester City edged closer to a fifth Premier League title in six seasons following a 3-0 win over Everton.Pep Guardiola’s side now only need a maximum of three points from their final three matches to extend their stranglehold on the championship trophy after a straightforward afternoon at Goodison ParkGund...Full Story »

Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa on target as Brentford beat makeshift West Ham

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa fired Brentford to a 2-0 victory in a Sunday stroll against makeshift West Ham.David Moyes’ priorities clearly lie elsewhere despite not being mathematically safe from relegation, with the Hammers boss making nine changes to his side ahead of Thursday night’s Europa Conference League semi-final second leg against AZ Alkmaar.However, if Moyes wa...Full Story »

Michael Carrick ready for second leg with ‘clean slate’ after Coventry stalemate

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick believes his side and Coventry will go into the second leg of their Championship play-off semi-final with a ‘clean slate’ after they played out a 0-0 draw at the CBS Arena.The two teams largely cancelled each other out on a warm afternoon, with the Sky Blues unable to make home advantage count as they failed to register a shot on target.The resul...Full Story »

Coventry and Middlesbrough set for tense second leg after stalemate

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

There was no breakthrough in the first leg of the Championship semi-final between Coventry and Middlesbrough as the two sides played out a cagey 0-0 draw at the CBS Arena.There were few chances over the course of the 90 minutes, with Coventry goalkeeper Ben Wilson required to make a couple of decent saves in the first half.Frustratingly for the Sky Blues, who have waited 22 years for a chance to...Full Story »

Emotion of anniversary got the better of Aberdeen’s players – Barry Robson

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Aberdeen manager Barry Robson felt the emotion of the day got to his players as they held off a dominant Hibernian side to maintain third place in the cinch Premiership.Pittodrie was sold out, with fans paying tribute to the Gothenburg Greats as the club marked the 40th anniversary of their Cup Winners’ Cup triumph, but the Dons were never at the races and had goalkeeper Kelle Roos to than...Full Story »

Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner stuns in plunging crop top and leather trousers leaving England Wags in awe

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

ANNIE KILNER has left England's Wags in awe after a racy post on Instagram. Kyle Walker's wife posed in a plunging top leaving little to the imagination while taking the selfie in a bedroom. Annie Kilner wowed in her recent Instagram postAnd was praised by plenty of other wagsKyle and Annie have been married since 2022Annie is a regular at England matches to show her support Annie, 30, paired...Full Story »

I’m a former Man Utd masseur – Dwight Yorke went off the rails after treble and used to come in with yellow eyes

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

DWIGHT YORKE "went off the rails" after Manchester United won the treble in 1999, the club's former masseuse has revealed. Sir Alex Ferguson's side produced a historic campaign 24 years ago when they claimed the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League. Dwight Yorke, right, won the treble with Manchester United in 1999He was also known for his party lifestyle and briefly dated Katie Price ...Full Story »

Premier League duo are married to pop stars who represented countries at Eurovision

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

David de Gea's stunning wife performed at Eurovision Eurovision rolls back into town on Saturday evening - and this year it's back on these shores with Liverpool selected to host the showpiece. And as Mae Muller looks to win the UK its first title since 1997, some Premier League players are sure to be tuning in. There will be special interest from Manchester United shot-stopper David de Gea an...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Leeds 2-2 Newcastle

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Chelsea 2-2 Nottm ForestAston Villa 2-1 TottenhamMan Utd 2-0 Wolves   Leeds 2-2 Newcastle   This version of Messi was wild   Thierry Henry   Kun Aguero: "I don't understand Real Madrid, I think they train all season and only think about the Champions League."   Spurs fans seeing the Pochettino to Chelsea news &nbs...Full Story »

Real Madrid boss Ancelotti provides Eduardo Camavinga injury update ahead of Man City 2nd leg

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has, late on Saturday, provided an update on the wellbeing of Eduardo Camavinga. For those not aware, midfield sensation Camavinga set pulses racing across the Real fanbase a short time ago. This came upon Los Blancos welcoming Getafe to the Santagio Bernabeu, for a La Liga clash. When all was said and done, the evening's hosts got the job done, albeit...Full Story »

Liverpool legend Souness: I hope Milner forgives me

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Liverpool legend Graeme Souness has apologised to James Milner. When Newcastle boss, Souness was unhappy with Milner's decision to leave for Aston Villa on-loan. "I was discussing leadership with Simon Jordan. James Milner was one of those I named as a leader I would want in my dressing room. At Newcastle, I knew him as a young boy," Souness wrote in his Daily Mail column. "He has matured i...Full Story »

Arsenal have 'verbal agreement' with £95m star at the Emirates

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by givemesport.com

Arsenal are now edging ever closer to agreeing a contract extension with Bukayo Saka, CBS reporter Ben Jacobs revealed to GIVEMESPORT. Jacobs believes the deal is imminent, with Arsenal having been in talks with Saka's representatives for much of the campaign. Arsenal contract news - Bukayo Saka According to a report from The Athletic's David Ornstein, Saka has agreed a new long-term contra...Full Story »

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea finalise Mauricio Pochettino deal - but he won't take over for Frank Lampard right away

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Goal.com

Aston Villa and Newcastle tracking Abraham Tammy Abraham Rom According to Fichajes, Aston Villa and Newcastle United are interested in making a move for AS Roma forward Tammy Abraham. AS Roma are open to entertaining offers starting at £40m, claims the report, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, and Manchester United interested in Abraham. Chelsea finalise Pochettino appointment...Full Story »

RB Leizpig prepared to make Manchester United target highest-paid player at the club – Christian Falk

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

RB Leipzig remain determined as ever to hold on to star midfielder Dani Olmo beyond the upcoming summer window, offering the Spaniard a contract that would make him the highest-paid player at the club, as was revealed by Christian Falk in his latest exclusive Substack column. Despite desiring a dream switch to Barcelona, the La Liga outfit's difficult finances could very well lead the Bundesl...Full Story »

Leeds confirm lifetime ban for fan who pushed Newcastle boss Eddie Howe

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS

The punishment handed down to the Leeds United supporter who confronted Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe during the meeting between the two clubs has been confirmed late on Saturday evening. For those who may have missed it, Howe was at the centre of a bizarre scene, late in today's action at Elland Road. En route to an action-packed 2-2 stalemate, as proceedings rolled into injury time, a mem...Full Story »

Chelsea agree terms with Mauricio Pochettino to become new head coach - sources

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by ESPN

Chelsea have agreed terms with Mauricio Pochettino to become the club's new coach, sources told ESPN. A contract is yet to be signed but that is now considered a formality with an official announcement expected in the coming days. Caretaker boss Frank Lampard is set to remain in charge with Pochettino taking over at the end of the season. Pochettino's backroom staff is expected to include his...Full Story »

Neil Wood pleased to be ahead but knows Salford have work to do at Stockport

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Salford boss Neil Wood knows his team “still have a job to do” after they beat Stockport 1-0 in the League Two play-off semi-final first leg at the Peninsula Stadium.Experienced striker Matt Smith bagged the decisive goal in the first half to hand the Ammies a slender lead ahead of next Saturday’s second clash back at Edgeley Park.Wood said: “I guess I’m pleased wit...Full Story »

Matt Smith gives Salford slender advantage over Stockport

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Salford claimed the advantage over local rivals Stockport with a 1-0 win in the first leg of their League Two play-off semi-final at the Peninsula Stadium.The hosts were much the better side on the night – and the shot statistics bore that out – but all they could muster was the single first-half goal from experienced striker Matt Smith.Neil Wood’s side could well go on to rue ...Full Story »

Tony Mowbray won’t let Sunderland play for a draw in second leg at Luton

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Tony Mowbray has no intention of playing for a draw at Luton after Sunderland earned a hard-fought lead in the first leg of the Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-final.The Black Cats will head for Luton on Tuesday evening with a 2-1 win under their belts, but under orders to follow it up with another victory at Kenilworth Road.Speaking after Saturday’s game at the Stadium of Light, Mowbra...Full Story »

Roy Hodgson: I won’t be telling Southgate to pick Eberechi Eze for England

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson refuses to step on Gareth Southgate’s toes when it comes to Eberechi Eze despite a two-goal afternoon from the England hopeful.The 24-year-old netted either side of half-time at Selhurst Park to lift his side to a 2-0 victory over Bournemouth, who could still secure their mathematical Premier League safety this weekend depending on results elsewhere.Eze was ...Full Story »

Amad Diallo’s stunner and Trai Hume’s header give Sunderland edge over Luton

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Trai Hume headed Sunderland to a comeback victory over Luton to ensure they have a priceless lead to defend in the second leg of their Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-final.Hume’s 63rd-minute effort secured a 2-1 first leg victory at a packed Stadium of Light after on-loan Manchester United midfielder Amad Diallo had cancelled out Elijah Adebayo’s early opener with a stunning stri...Full Story »

Derek McInnes hails Kilmarnock players for showing ‘fire and ice’ in vital win

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes praised his players for displaying both ‘fire and ice’ in a vital 2-0 victory over Livingston which lifted them out of the cinch Premiership relegation zone.After a tense and goalless first half at Rugby Park, the home side secured all three points thanks to Kyle Vassell’s opener and a Danny Armstrong penalty awarded after a VAR check on handbal...Full Story »

Ian Evatt confident after Bolton hit back to draw first leg against Barnsley

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Bolton are in a strong position to book a second Wembley trip in six weeks, boss Ian Evatt insisted after his side’s play-off draw with Barnsley.The EFL Trophy winners failed to secure a first-leg advantage in their semi-final and were grateful as leading marksman Dion Charles scrambled in an equaliser after Nicky Cadden’s 64th-minute opener had put Barnsley in the driving seat ahead...Full Story »

Standards have not been good enough – Ruben Selles on Southampton’s relegation

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Ruben Selles admits standards at Southampton have not been good enough after Premier League relegation was sealed by a limp 2-0 loss to Fulham.Second-half goals from Carlos Vinicius and Aleksandar Mitrovic inflicted a club-record 24th defeat of the season on the division’s bottom side to leave them eight points from safety with two fixtures remaining.Captain James Ward-Prowse conceded at f...Full Story »

Notts County back in EFL with sub goalkeeper Archie Mair the shoot-out hero

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Substitute goalkeeper Archie Mair was the hero as Notts County beat Chesterfield in a Wembley penalty shoot-out to end a four-year absence from the English Football League.Mair, on loan from Norwich and sent on in the final minute of extra time for the spot-kick contest, denied Darren Oldaker and Jeff King with full-length saves as County won 4-3 on penalties after the game had been drawn 2-2 af...Full Story »

‘Huge talent’ Alejandro Garnacho backed to play key role in Man Utd’s run-in

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Erik ten Hag highlighted Alejandro Garnacho’s bravery, maturity and confidence after the Manchester United teenager made a goalscoring return after a two-month injury lay-off.The nascent 18-year-old talent, who recently signed a new deal until 2028, received an excellent reception on his first appearance since sustaining an ankle injury against Southampton on March 12.Garnacho was brought ...Full Story »

Steven Naismith bemoans Hearts’ first-half display at St Mirren

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Hearts interim manager Steven Naismith was critical of his players’ performance despite battling back from two goals with 10 men to claim a point at St Mirren.The Tynecastle side looked to be heading for another defeat after goals from Joe Shaughnessy and Ryan Strain had the hosts two goals to the good at half-time.But strikes from Josh Ginnelly and Lawrence Shankland, either side of Peter...Full Story »

Frank Lampard urges Chelsea to be more ruthless after Nottingham Forest draw

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Frank Lampard called on his players to be killers in attack if they are to emulate Raheem Sterling’s two goals in the 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest and finally vanquish the team’s scoring woes.Chelsea were booed off at the break against struggling Forest, trailing to Taiwo Awoniyi’s header after Edouard Mendy had flapped at a cross on his return to the side.It then took ju...Full Story »

Barry Robson hails Aberdeen’s battling qualities after holding Hibernian to draw

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Aberdeen boss Barry Robson praised the battling qualities of his side as they survived a poor performance to earn a point from a goalless draw at home to Hibernian that keeps them in pole position to finish third in the cinch Premiership.On a day which started with a celebration of the club’s ‘Gothenburg Greats’, the Dons were poor on the pitch and had Kelle Roos to thank for a...Full Story »

Tottenham ‘pulling together’ despite latest setback – Ryan Mason

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Caretaker boss Ryan Mason denied managerless Tottenham are drifting after a potentially damaging 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa.Jacob Ramsey and Douglas Luiz struck to move Villa level on points in the Premier League with their sixth-placed visitors.Harry Kane’s late penalty gave the scoreline a flattering look as aimless Spurs were second best throughout.Jacob Ramsey celebrates his opener (Dav...Full Story »

Jim Goodwin demands more as Dundee United drop to bottom after Ross County loss

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Jim Goodwin lamented a dismal defensive display as his Dundee United side slipped back to the foot of the cinch Premiership with a 3-1 home defeat at the hands of relegation rivals Ross County.The Tayside outfit started the afternoon in 10th place and ended it two points adrift at the foot of the table with three games to play after being leapfrogged by both the Staggies and Kilmarnock.A hat-tri...Full Story »

Kevin van Veen ‘played through injury’ as Motherwell man kept goal streak going

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Motherwell manager Stuart Kettlewell hailed Kevin van Veen’s commitment after the striker played through injury to net in his eighth consecutive game.The Dutchman overcame a foot knock which he had suffered last weekend to score a re-taken penalty in confident style as Well beat St Johnstone 2-0 to confirm their cinch Premiership status for another year.Van Veen saw his initial effort save...Full Story »

Andy Winter hits hat-trick as Hamilton hammer Alloa to reach play-off final

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Andy Winter scored a hat-trick as Hamilton produced a stunning fightback against 10-man Alloa to reach the cinch Championship play-off final.The Accies trailed 2-0 on the day and 3-0 on aggregate in their semi-final before Winter’s heroics and a Dario Zanatta double saw them rally in remarkable fashion at New Douglas Park to go through 5-3 overall.Hamilton had looked in danger of dropping ...Full Story »

Kelle Roos saves second-half penalty as Aberdeen and Hibernian record stalemate

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Kelle Roos was Aberdeen’s hero as his second-half penalty save earned his side a point from a goalless draw against Hibernian to move a step closer to securing third place in the cinch Premiership.Hibs had been the better side throughout, but a goal never looked like coming until a penalty call from VAR referee Andrew Dallas saw Roos save Kevin Nisbet’s resultant spot-kick.The Dons h...Full Story »

Airdrie seal emphatic aggregate victory over Falkirk

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Gabby McGill scored the only goal as Airdrie rubber-stamped their place in the cinch Championship play-off final with an emphatic aggregate victory over Falkirk.McGill struck three minutes before half-time in their semi-final second leg at the Falkirk Stadium, with the 1-0 win completing a 7-2 overall triumph.Falkirk had a number of opportunities early on but a miracle turnaround always seemed u...Full Story »

Eberechi Eze double secures win for Crystal Palace against Bournemouth

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Eberechi Eze’s brace spoiled Bournemouth’s ambitions of securing Premier League safety after the Cherries’ afternoon ended in a 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.Gary O’Neil’s men needed just one point to make certain of another season in the top flight and looked bright to start with, but fell behind when Eze fired his side ahead late in the first half.It...Full Story »

Aston Villa turn up heat on European rivals Tottenham with vital win

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Jacob Ramsey and Douglas Luiz ignited Aston Villa’s Europa League charge after a vital win over rivals Tottenham.Unai Emery’s side moved level on points with sixth-placed Spurs with two games left in the race for Europe following Saturday’s 2-1 victory.They were superior in every way, with Emi Buendia hitting the bar, and remain in the hunt for a surprise European spot after re...Full Story »

Kevin van Veen keeps streak going as Motherwell push St Johnstone towards danger

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Kevin van Veen scored for the eighth consecutive game as Motherwell moved into seventh place in the cinch Premiership and left St Johnstone in relegation peril.The Dutchman dinked home a re-taken penalty in the 52nd minute at McDiarmid Park after having his initial effort saved.Motherwell survived a brief spell of late pressure before Mikael Mandron’s stoppage-time goal sealed a 2-0 victor...Full Story »

Lawrence Shankland scores from the spot to snatch Hearts a point at St Mirren

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Lawrence Shankland netted a stoppage-time penalty to earn 10-man Hearts a 2-2 draw away to St Mirren.First-half goals from Joe Shaughnessy and Ryan Strain had Stephen Robinson’s men well in control at half-time.Josh Ginnelly got one back for the visitors before Peter Haring was shown a straight red card.Hearts, though, kept battling and Shankland rolled in a late spot-kick to earn the visi...Full Story »

Alejandro Garnacho returns to put seal on Manchester United win over Wolves

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Alejandro Garnacho returned from injury with a bang as the Manchester United teenager wrapped up a victory against Wolves that gets their Champions League qualification quest back on track.Back-to-back defeats at Brighton and West Ham allowed rivals Liverpool to move within a point of the Red Devils in fourth, as Erik ten Hag’s side risked allowing a positive season to end badly.United all...Full Story »

Dion Charles strikes as Bolton peg back Barnsley in play-off first leg

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Dion Charles denied Barnsley a vital first-leg advantage with a second-half equaliser to earn Bolton a 1-1 draw in their Sky Bet League One play-off semi-final.The Northern Ireland international scored his 21st league goal just four minutes after Nicky Cadden threatened to put Barnsley in the driving seat for Friday’s return at Oakwell.The eventual winners will meet Sheffield Wednesday or ...Full Story »

Kilmarnock climb out of bottom two with victory over Livingston

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Kilmarnock boosted their cinch Premiership survival hopes as they climbed out of the bottom two with a 2-0 victory over Livingston.Kyle Vassell’s first league goal for the club and a Danny Armstrong penalty saw the Rugby Park side maintain their impressive home form as they bid to avoid the drop.Livingston, who had won all three previous meetings between the sides this season, slip to eigh...Full Story »

Jordan White hits hat-trick in Ross County’s vital win at Dundee United

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Jordan White scored a poacher’s hat-trick as Ross County beat Dundee United 3-1 in their relegation showdown at Tannadice to climb off the bottom of the cinch Premiership and leave their hosts two points adrift at the foot of the table.A large and expectant home support had turned out to try and roar their team towards safety while also celebrating the 40th anniversary of their club’...Full Story »

Raheem Sterling’s double earns Chelsea draw against Nottingham Forest

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Raheem Sterling rediscovered his scoring touch as he netted both of Chelsea’s goals in a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge that could prove vital for relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest.Home fans had booed their team off at the break, trailing to a Taiwo Awoniyi goal for Steve Cooper’s side and looking no nearer in the first half to finding a solution to the lack of firepower that has ...Full Story »

Southampton’s relegation confirmed after Aleksandar Mitrovic-inspired Fulham win

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by PA

Southampton suffered Premier League relegation after Aleksandar Mitrovic returned from his eight-match ban with a bang to help Fulham secure a 2-0 win at St Mary’s.Second-half finishes from Carlos Vinicius and substitute Mitrovic inflicted a club-record 24th defeat of the season on the division’s bottom club to leave them eight points from safety with just two fixtures remaining.Prim...Full Story »

Eddie Howe underlines the importance of safety after brush with a fan

Posted Saturday, May 13, 2023 by PA

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe says his confrontation with a Leeds fan in the 2-2 draw at Elland Road should act as a wake-up call for those responsible for the safety of players and staff.An angry home supporter – who Leeds later said had been arrested and banned for life by the club – climbed out of the stands and entered the technical area to confront Howe before being quickly whisked ...Full Story »

Leeds dig out a point against Newcastle in lively Elland Road clash

Posted Saturday, May 13, 2023 by PA

Rasmus Kristensen’s late equaliser rescued Leeds a point in a 2-2 home draw against Newcastle but it was not enough to lift them out of the bottom three.Kristensen’s deflected strike from outside the penalty area spared Leeds from a seventh defeat in nine matches, but their Premier League status was left hanging in the balance with two games to play.Skipper Luke Ayling had given Leed...Full Story »

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