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Cody Gakpo opens Liverpool account as they ease past derby rivals Everton

Posted Tuesday, February 14, 2023 by PA

Liverpool’s first Premier League win of the year – and January signing Cody Gakpo’s maiden goal for the club – brought new Everton manager Sean Dyche’s honeymoon period to an abrupt end in the 242nd Merseyside derby.Having beaten leaders Arsenal in his first match in charge, the former Burnley boss and his side made the short trip across Stanley Park arguably with m...Full Story »

Darvel’s Scottish Cup dreams ended in fifth round by ruthless Falkirk

Posted Tuesday, February 14, 2023 by PA

Darvel’s Scottish Cup dreams were ended by ruthless Falkirk as the Bairns ran out easy 5-1 winners at Recreation Park.The non-league outfit from Ayrshire captured the imagination of the country with their 1-0 home win over cinch Premiership side Aberdeen in the fourth round.The West of Scotland Premier Division champions had also earlier dismissed League One side Montrose but the Bairnspro...Full Story »

Kylian Mbappe set to be named in PSG squad to face Bayern Munich as he makes dramatic injury recovery

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

KYLIAN MBAPPE is set to be named in Paris Saint-Germain's matchday squad against Bayern Munich on Tuesday night, according to reports. The French forward suffered a thigh strain against Montpellier on February 1. Kylian Mbappe suffered a thigh injury against Montpellier on February 1 Mbappe, 24, was expected to be out for three weeks, which would have ruled him out of Tuesday night's crunch c...Full Story »

Mendes informs Barcelona of Man Utd contact for Fati

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Agent Jorge Mendes has informed Barcelona of Manchester United's interest in Ansu Fati. Sport says Mendes has only limited himself to mentioning the interest of several European teams in the striker, and has frozen the whole issue until the end of the season so as not to interfere with the team's objectives and is convinced that Ansu's situation could turn around. Mendes, who has a great rel...Full Story »

Jim Ratcliffe faces challenges from four other 'serious bidders' in race to buy Man Utd

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

There could be a Manchester United bidding war involving Sir Jim Ratcliffe Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly one of five serious contenders in the race to buy Manchester United. Britain's richest man and the founder of chemicals company INEOS became a frontrunner when he put his hat in the ring for the Red Devils last month. There's considerable interest from around the globe to do business with...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Laporta wants Man City's Julian Alvarez at Barcelona

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Goal.com

Positive Marquinhos contact update at PSG ‘Just matter of time’… and then PSG will confirm new deal for Marquinhos, it’s almost agreed as expected 🔵🔴 #PSGFour year contract, in place ⤵️🇧🇷 https://t.co/PiQeYj9inq— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 12, 2023 Premier League teams after Arsenal winger Nelson According to Fabrizio Romano, a few u...Full Story »

Journalist claims 24-year-old star is ‘definitely on Chelsea’s shortlist’

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Chelsea have been keeping tabs on the Napoli striker Victor Osimhen since last season. According to Simon Phillips, the Blues have been scouting Napoli extensively ever since Todd Boehly and co. took over at Stamford Bridge. He also added that Osimhen is definitely on the club’s shortlist ahead of the summer transfer window. Phillips said to GMS: "Victor Osimhen is definitely one on t...Full Story »

Liverpool handed summer transfer boost as Jurgen Klopp’s future revealed

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS

Liverpool’s form has fallen off a cliff in 2022/23. The Reds sit 10th in the league after 20 games and are very unlikely to secure a top-four spot. One of Liverpool’s main issues this term has been their defence. Trent Alexander-Arnold has been in especially bad form, whilst the Reds as a squad are leaking goals – including three to a Wolves side who had scored just 12 in 20...Full Story »

Massimiliano Allegri confronts fan abusing Juventus players - 'Shut up and come down here'

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Express.co.uk

Massimiliano Allegri confronted one Juventus fan who was giving his players abuse An angry Massimiliano Allegri confronted a Juventus fan in the stands who was allegedly continuously abusing the club's players during their Serie A clash with Fiorentina. The Old Lady are working tirelessly to revive their season after being slapped with a 15-point deduction by the Italian football authorities la...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Man City 3-1 Aston Villa

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   16 clean sheets and seven goals conceded in 21 league games.Good luck getting past Marc-Andre ter Stegen     Six out of six league wins in 2023 and Barcelona extend their lead at the top     Man City cut Arsenal's lead at the top to three points.Next up: Arsenal vs. City on Wednesday     Man City 3-1 Aston Vil...Full Story »

Ex-Miss Croatia makes OnlyFans decision after receiving '20 emails a day' to start one

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Ex-Miss Croatia Ivana Knoll has explained why she will not be opening an OnlyFans page anytime soon despite being inundated with requests. Ivana stole the headlines for her revealing outfits at the World Cup in Qatar, going on to attract 3.5 million followers on Instagram but not bow to requests regarding adult content. While explaining which brands she likes to work with, Ivana was asked di...Full Story »

'I love you guys' – Georgina Rodriguez shares sweet snap of beaming Cristiano Ronaldo and daughter Bella Esmeralda

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ doted over her "Beautiful Emerald" as she shared a cute picture of Cristiano Ronaldo and their youngest daughter. Ronaldo followed his gem of a performance for Al-Nassr with a sparkling photo cradling Bella Esmeralda on a sofa. Georgina Rodriguez noted the 'strong and delicate look' of Bella as Cristiano Ronaldo held the couple's youngest daughterCredit: Instagram @georginag...Full Story »

Shakira 'considering tell-all interview' to share her side on the story on split from 'cheating' ex Pique

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

SHAKIRA is said to be considering a tell-all interview after her split with Gerard Pique. The Colombian singer is reportedly willing to share her side of the story following the bombshell split with the ex-footie star after 12 years. Shakira is set to give her fans an insight into her personal life in a big TV interview, according to Spanish outlet 20 minutos. The singer is reportedly willi...Full Story »

Malik Tillman ‘completely unaware’ of wrong-doing with cup goal – Michael Beale

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Michael Beale claims Malik Tillman was “completely unaware” of any wrong-doing in his controversial goal in Rangers’ incident-packed 3-2 Scottish Cup win over Partick Thistle at Ibrox.Jags captain Kevin Holt gave the Championship side a shock interval lead with a penalty after 35 minutes before Croatia striker Antonio Colak levelled soon after the break and Thistle goalkeeper J...Full Story »

Erling Haaland faces fitness test before Man City’s crucial clash with Arsenal

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Erling Haaland faces a fitness test before Manchester City’s crucial clash with Premier League leaders Arsenal on Wednesday.The prolific Norway striker, who has scored 31 goals in all competitions for the champions this season, was withdrawn at half-time during Sunday’s 3-1 win over Aston Villa.With City 3-0 ahead at the time, there seemed little need to risk the 22-year-old in the s...Full Story »

Man City hit back after dismal week with commanding victory over Aston Villa

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Manchester City hit back after a dismal week off the field with a commanding display on it as they overpowered Aston Villa 3-1 on Sunday.The champions were rocked when they were charged with 115 breaches of the Premier League’s Financial Fair Play regulations on Monday.The players responded to the furore with one of their best displays of the season, racing into a 3-0 half-time lead with g...Full Story »

Rangers scrape past Partick Thistle after controversial Malik Tillman goal

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Ropey Rangers survived a Scottish Cup scare to beat Partick Thistle 3-2 but the fifth-round tie threw up a hugely controversial incident which saw both sides grab a goal each.Jags captain Kevin Holt gave the Championship side the interval lead with a penalty after 35 minutes after a VAR check and Croatia striker Antonio Colak, who had been penalised for handball for the spot-kick, levelled with ...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag hails Marcus Rashford as one of the best forwards in Europe

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Erik ten Hag believes Marcus Rashford is one of the best forwards in Europe and told the Manchester United sharpshooter to stay hungry following his latest goal in Sunday’s win at Leeds.After the old rivals drew 2-2 at Old Trafford on Wednesday night, the reverse fixture was on course to end in another hard-fought draw at a rocking Elland Road.But United secured a late 2-0 win against mana...Full Story »

Man City fans drown out Premier League anthem with boos before Aston Villa game

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Manchester City fans drowned out the Premier League anthem with boos prior to kick-off of their clash with Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.The match was the champions’ first outing since they were charged with 115 breaches of the competition’s Financial Fair Play regulations on Monday.The club have strongly denied any wrongdoing and the fans’ protest echoed their lo...Full Story »

Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho give Man Utd victory at Leeds

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho struck late goals as Manchester United won 2-0 at Roses rivals Leeds to close the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal.Rashford maintained his rich scoring form by heading the visitors ahead in the 80th minute and substitute Garnacho delivered a knockout blow five minutes later.Managerless Leeds went toe-to-toe with Erik ten Hag’s side for the second...Full Story »

Dundee climb to second with convincing home defeat of Cove Rangers

Posted Monday, February 13, 2023 by PA

Dundee moved up to second in the cinch Championship with a convincing 3-0 victory over Cove Rangers.After a competitive first half, the hosts broke the deadlock four minutes after the break through Alex Jakubiak, after Zach Robinson fizzed the ball across goal.Dundee doubled their advantage two minutes later, Robinson going from creator to finisher as he smashed in emphatically from 12 yards.Lya...Full Story »

Man Utd go top of WSL after Molly Bartrip own goal earns victory at Tottenham

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Molly Bartrip’s own goal sent Manchester United back to the Women’s Super League summit following a hard-fought 2-1 win at Tottenham.After an entertaining first half, the contest sprung into life when Leah Galton opened the scoring in the 67th minute with her fifth goal of the term.Spurs levelled at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium soon after through January signing Bethany England, who res...Full Story »

'World's most beautiful footballer' Ana Maria Markovic has fans swooning as she posts selfies before training

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

THE “WORLD's most beautiful footballer” Ana Maria Markovic sent fans wild with her latest social media snaps. The Croatian, 23, has found the net on Instagram after amassing 2.3m followers after her exploits in the Swiss Women's Super League at Grasshopper. And she will gain even more wiith her latest snapsCredit: Instagram / @anamarkovic And she scored again this week when she po...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo shows off insane six-pack aged 38 as he and son Cristiano Jr relax in sauna

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

CRISTIANO RONALDO showed off his insane six-pack as he and son Cristiano Jr relaxed in a sauna. The 38-year-old was in action for new club Al-Nassr in Mecca on Thursday night for their Saudi Pro League match with Al-Wehda at the King Abdulaziz Sports City Stadium. The superstar showed off his six-pack as the pair posed in a saunaCredit: Instagram / @cristiano The Portugal international scored...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Big teams last night

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   West Ham 1-1 ChelseaArsenal 1-1 BrentfordLeicester 4-1 TottenhamBournemouth 1-1 Newcastle   Arsenal 1-1 BrentfordLeicester 4-1 Tottenham   West Ham 1-1 Chelsea   Dance Vini Dance!!   Arsenal in 2023   PSG has to face Bayern Munich in three days..   "IT IS DA HISTORY OF DA TOTTENHAM.."7   Please stay t...Full Story »

Shakira's nickname for ex Pique's new girlfriend Clara Chia as it's revealed pair met when she was hired as intern

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

SHAKIRA had a nickname for Gerard Pique's new girlfriend Clara Chia, it has been revealed. The Colombian singer met 23-year-old Clara Chia Marti at the Kosmos company where she was hired as an intern. Shakira met Clara Chia at the company where she worked as an internCredit: Splash And now it has been revealed that Shakira was left in shock when she later discovered her husband's affair with ...Full Story »

Lionel Messi should be fit to face Bayern Munich, says PSG coach Christophe Galtier

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by fourfourtwo.com

Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier says he expects Lionel Messi to be fit for his side's Champions League last-16 clash at home to Bayern Munich on Tuesday. Messi suffered a hamstring strain in PSG's 2-1 defeat to Marseille in the French Cup on Wednesday night and will miss this weekend's trip to Monaco in Ligue 1. It has been reported in France that the Argentine attacker is an in...Full Story »

Spurs made January bid for Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Tottenham failed with an offer for Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie in January. Sport says Tottenham and former club AC Milan swooped in for the 26-year-old, but the midfielder is not ready to give up on his Barcelona dream so quickly. It comes despite the Ivory Coast midfielder only joining the Catalan giants from in the 2022 summer window, where he signed a four-year deal following the e...Full Story »

Toni Kroos speaks out on Real Madrid contract talks

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS

Real Madrid star Toni Kroos has, on Saturday evening, provided a fresh insight into his future with the club. This comes after the German international played a central role, en route to Real securing their latest piece of silverware. After booking a spot in the showpiece clash courtesy of a comfortable downing of Al Ahly in midweek, Carlo Ancelotti’s troops put five past Saudi giants ...Full Story »

'I'm not stupid' – Graham Potter expects sack if Chelsea form doesn't improve soon

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by fourfourtwo.com

Graham Potter is under no illusions that he could be for the chop at Chelsea(opens in new tab) if results don't improve following the club's mega January transfer window. The Blues splashed out more than £300m last month, bringing in the likes of Mykhailo Mudryk and new British-record signing Enzo Fernandez. And their boss knows that he will need to get a tune out of his new-look team q...Full Story »

Joao Felix unsure of Chelsea plans

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Joao Felix is unsure about his future at Chelsea beyond the end of the season. Felix is on-loan from Atletico Madrid - without a purchase option. He told AS: "Chelsea has no purchase option, so the club has to agree with Atletico Madrid. "I've only been here a few weeks and I'm getting to know everything. I'm fine, but no one can predict the future. "I have been looking for a change for a ...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Liverpool owners to shower Klopp with 'transfer overhaul' funding as two mega-targets identified

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by Goal.com

Coman valued at €100m by Bayern Munich Amid reported Real Madrid interest in Kingsley Coman, Bayern Munich have slapped a €100 million (£88.5m/$107m) valuation on the French attacker, according to Calciomercato. Coman, who has won the league title in every single season of his professional career, has scored four times in the Bundesliga this season. Gvardiol may not move in...Full Story »

Eddie Howe left with mixed emotions after Newcastle’s draw at Bournemouth

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

An emotional Eddie Howe was left with mixed emotions after watching Newcastle battle back to earn a 1-1 draw at old club Bournemouth in a match where they lost three players to injury.Marcos Senesi poked the struggling Cherries ahead on the half-hour mark but Miguel Almiron’s 10th goal of the campaign got the fourth-placed Magpies back on level terms.There would be no further goals on the ...Full Story »

Motherwell sack club great Steven Hammell after cup defeat by Raith Rovers

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Motherwell have sacked Steven Hammell after they crashed to a 3-1 Scottish Cup defeat at Raith Rovers.Hammell faced calls of “you’re getting sacked in the morning” from jubilant Raith fans after Esmael Goncalves’ debut goal clinched Rovers’ place in the quarter-finals. Some of the Motherwell fans who had not walked out following the 85th-minute winner joined in the ...Full Story »

Miguel Almiron strike earns Newcastle a point in draw at Bournemouth

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Miguel Almiron’s 10th goal of the season and a late goaline clearance by Kieran Trippier ensured Newcastle boss Eddie Howe claimed a point on his Bournemouth return but only after a potentially costly 1-1 draw.Marcos Senesi poked the struggling Cherries ahead and while Almiron levelled by half-time, the Magpies could not arrest their stuttering form and slumped to a fifth draw from their l...Full Story »

Adam Chicksen fires Notts County past Chesterfield and back into first place

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Notts County beat local rivals Chesterfield 2-1 to return to the summit of the Vanarama National League.Wrexham had displaced the Magpies earlier in the day with victory over Wealdstone, but Luke Williams’ side responded during the short trip up the M1.Macaulay Langstaff’s 25th goal of the season put them ahead as he superbly controlled goalkeeper Sam Slocombe’s long kick and c...Full Story »

This is a tough place – Carlisle boss Paul Simpson happy with Plough Lane point

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Carlisle boss Paul Simpson was delighted to take a point from their trip to AFC Wimbledon despite all of their rivals at the top of League Two dropping points.An even first half at Plough Lane was punctuated by set-pieces as both goalkeepers did well from a barrage of corners.A more action-packed second half saw both teams force saves, and each traded near misses, most notably Josh Davison going...Full Story »

Mick McCarthy admits Blackpool did not deserve more than point against Rotherham

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Blackpool manager Mick McCarthy did not feel his side deserved three points despite battling to a 0-0 draw against Rotherham.Rotherham had the better chances, with Ollie Rathbone forcing a top-quality save from Chris Maxwell, and Cohen Bramall hitting the post.The result means McCarthy is still without a win since replacing Michael Appleton as Blackpool boss.The draw also sees The Seasiders slip...Full Story »

Billy Dodds thankful Inverness made most of ‘luck’ to reach cup quarter-finals

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Billy Dodds praised Inverness for making the most of their Scottish Cup “luck” to book their place in the quarter-finals with a shock 3-0 win over Livingston.Caley Thistle were handed a reprieve following defeat to Queen’s Park in the last round after their Championship rivals were found to have played the ineligible Euan Henderson.But Dodds has revealed he urged his players no...Full Story »

Neil Critchley defends players after QPR slump continues with Millwall defeat

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

QPR boss Neil Critchley defended his players after their miserable run continued with a 2-1 defeat at home to Millwall.Rangers were top of the Championship in October but have slumped to 16th and have now gone nine matches without a win.The west London side have won just one of their past 16 games – and one of their 10 since Critchley took over as head coach in the wake of Michael Beale&rs...Full Story »

Wade Elliott rues missed Cheltenham chances in draw with Accrington

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Boss Wade Elliott was left frustrated after Cheltenham failed to make their superiority count as they were held to a goalless home draw by fellow strugglers Accrington.Looking for their first league win of the calendar year, the Robins created several clear-cut chances but a mixture of wasteful finishing and excellent goalkeeping kept them out.The normally deadly Alfie May spurned the best openi...Full Story »

Paul Warne praises character of Derby players despite defeat at Wycombe

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Paul Warne praised the character of his Derby players despite their 15-match unbeaten league run coming to an end in a 3-2 League One loss to Wycombe on Saturday.After James Collins cancelled out an early opener from Wycombe’s Sam Vokes, Lewis Wing’s double proved enough for the hosts, who held on for three points despite a late goal from Lewis Dobbin.It was the first time since Octo...Full Story »

Nathan Jones has ‘no idea’ if Wolves defeat will be his last as Southampton boss

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Nathan Jones said he has “no idea” if he will be spared the Southampton axe following his side’s crushing 2-1 defeat against 10-man Wolves at St Mary’s.Southampton remain rooted to the foot of the Premier League after Wolves came from a goal down, and a man down, to leave Jones scrambling for his future.Furious Saints fans chanted “get out of our club”, and &l...Full Story »

Duncan Ferguson pleased with his first point despite late Morecambe equaliser

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Duncan Ferguson focused on the positives despite being denied his first win as Forest Green boss by a last-gasp Morecambe equaliser.Cole Stockton scored an 89th-minute leveller to cancel out Jahmari Clarke’s opener seven minutes earlier.After two defeats in his first two games in charge of League One’s bottom club, Ferguson looked set for a valuable three points. But he suffered a cr...Full Story »

Late goal delights Burton boss Dino Maamria

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Dino Maamria was delighted that his Burton Albion side found a “different” way to win as they completed a double over Exeter with a 1-0 victory thanks to Sam Winnall’s late strike.Winnall’s goal ensured Albion moved three points clear of the relegation zone, leaving their manager happy with their resolve.“It is a fantastic win because it is a different type of win,&...Full Story »

Richie Wellens believes Leyton Orient put ‘blip’ behind them with Walsall draw

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Leyton Orient boss Richie Wellens believes his side are over their recent blip after storming back to earn a draw at Walsall that moved them eight points clear at the top of Sky Bet League Two.Orient won just once in seven games between Boxing Day and the end of January but have now taken seven points from their last nine.After falling behind at Walsall, they totally dominated the second half, w...Full Story »

Roberto De Zerbi defends Robert Sanchez after error in Brighton draw with Palace

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi was quick to exonerate goalkeeper Robert Sanchez after his error helped Crystal Palace earn a 1-1 draw.The visitors, who dominated with 75 per cent possession at Selhurst Park, broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute through Solly March.Six minutes later Sanchez failed to hold onto Michael Olise’s free-kick and James Tomkins took full advantage to head home.&ld...Full Story »

Paul Heckingbottom hails aggressive Sheffield United display

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Paul Heckingbottom hailed Sheffield United’s aggression in a dominant 3-0 win over Swansea.Goals from Sander Berge and Jack Robinson gave the Blades a first-half lead before substitute Oli McBurnie rounded off the victory with a goal in the final minute.Manager Heckingbottom said: “I thought we were good, we fully committed to it. I know Swansea can dominate games and they were brave...Full Story »

Nigel Pearson: The future is looking brighter for Bristol City

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Nigel Pearson believes Bristol City fans now have “a team to take pride in” after seeing his improving side extend their unbeaten run to nine games in all competitions.Mark Sykes scored the only goal as Pearson’s side beat Norwich 1-0, leaving them seven points off the play-off places in the Championship.It was the first time the Robins had beaten the Canaries since 2009, a run...Full Story »

Graham Coughlan says match-winner Mickey Demetriou is ‘priceless’ to Newport

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Newport manager Graham Coughlan described captain Mickey Demetriou as “priceless” after the defender secured his side an historic victory at Barrow with a last-gasp winner.Demetriou’s first goal of the campaign came five minutes into stoppage time at Holker Street with the Exiles heading for a fifth draw in seven games.It was rough justice, however, on a Barrow side who have no...Full Story »

Steve Cotterill praises ‘outstanding’ Killian Phillips following Shrewsbury win

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Steve Cotterill heaped praise on on-loan Killian Phillips as his first Football League goal earned in-form Shrewsbury a fine 3-2 League One comeback victory over Port Vale.Cotterill’s play-off chasers made it six league wins in a row for the first time since way back in April 2015.Dominic Politic fired Vale in front, but goals from Chey Dunkley, Luke Leahy and on-loan Crystal Palace midfie...Full Story »

Jody Morris blames unforced errors for Swindon’s home defeat by Doncaster

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Jody Morris thought his Swindon side were their own worst enemies as they lost 2-0 at home against Doncaster.Luke Molyneux scored twice in three minutes to fire the visitors to victory at the County Ground.Manager Morris said: “I felt like we were trying to do the right things, but when we looked like we might start to get in a rhythm, I felt there were unforced errors happening far too of...Full Story »

Lee Bell hails second-half improvement despite ‘gutting’ late equaliser

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Crewe boss Lee Bell preferred to praise his side’s second-half performance rather than celebrate the result after a stoppage-time goal from Crawley’s Ben Gladwin robbed him of only a second win in charge.The Alex, who fell behind to a first-half own goal by captain Luke Offord, turned the game around when striker Daniel Agyei scored twice in a fast start to the second half.Crewe were...Full Story »

Dean Holden slams Charlton supporters after referee hit by plastic bottle

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Charlton manager Dean Holden condemned the behaviour of his club’s fans after referee Carl Boyeson was struck in the face by a plastic bottle following the 2-1 home defeat by Fleetwood at The Valley.The bottle was thrown from the Charlton section as the match officials approached the tunnel. Although Boyeson didn’t appear to be injured, Holden is expecting the incident to be reported...Full Story »

Mark Hughes satisfied to come away from Stevenage with all three points

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Bradford boss Mark Hughes was bemused by Stevenage’s pre-match mind games and all the more satisfied to condemn the high-fliers to a 3-2 defeat.Hughes accused the hosts of disrupting his goalkeepers’ warm-up and preventing Bradford’s match analysis staff from filming.In the 87th minute of the game, a home fan ran onto the pitch and seemingly made for Bantams striker Andy Cook, ...Full Story »

Steven Schumacher pleased with response as Plymouth make quick return to the top

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher praised the composure of his side as they returned to the League One summit with a 3-1 home win over south coast rivals Portsmouth.Ryan Hardie struck on the counter-attack in stoppage time, set up by strike partner Sam Cosgrove who had opened the scoring in the first half.Finn Azaz had made it 2-0 in the 70th minute before Reeco Hackett pulled a goal back for Pomp...Full Story »

Vincent Kompany hails Nathan Tella’s stunning hat-trick as Burnley beat Preston

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Vincent Kompany hailed Nathan Tella’s stunning hat-trick as his record-equalling Burnley side crushed Preston with a 3-0 Championship victory at Turf Moor on Saturday.Local derbies often need a hero and Kompany had to look no further than the Southampton loanee as his brilliant afternoon secured all three points and saw Burnley win their 10th-straight league match.That matches the club&rsq...Full Story »

Karl Robinson feels Oxford should have earned all three points at MK Dons

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Oxford manager Karl Robinson felt his side have come away from MK Dons with more than a draw after being booed off at half-time by their own fans.The U’s came into this match off the back of a four-game losing run and that slump looked like it would continue after Sullay Kaikai put the struggling Dons ahead.However, Oxford were much improved in the second half and had a succession of chanc...Full Story »

Liam Rosenior impressed with Hull’s ‘resilient’ defending in Stoke stalemate

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Liam Rosenior praised his resilient defence as resurgent Hull took a point in a goalless draw at Stoke.The Tigers recorded a third successive Sky Bet Championship clean sheet for the first time since January 2022 as their strong form continues.Since Rosenior’s arrival in November, Hull have lost only two of their 13 league games.Aaron Connolly twice came close to putting the visitors in fr...Full Story »

Jacob Mendy among the scorers as Wrexham maintain perfect home record

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Jacob Mendy scored against his former club as Wrexham went back to the top of the National League and maintained their 100 per cent home record with a 3-1 win over Wealdstone.With Will Ferrell among those watching on, Paul Mullin headed Wrexham in front five minutes before half-time.Wealdstone drew level five minutes into the second half as Tarryn Allarakhia beat the offside trap and rounded the...Full Story »

Tony Mowbray hails Sunderland for digging deep to secure win over Reading

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Tony Mowbray felt Sunderland were “dull” against Reading, but hailed his side for digging deep to snatch a late winner and move to within a point and place of the top six.Patrick Roberts struck late on for the Black Cats against the struggling Royals, who are now six without a win in the Championship and looking anxiously over their shoulder.On the back of the midweek FA Cup replay a...Full Story »

Matt Bloomfield thrilled as Colchester treat away fans to record-equalling win

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Matt Bloomfield heaped praise on his in-form Colchester side after they picked up their fifth straight League Two away win against Grimsby.Tom Hopper settled the scores with a point-blank header, the only goal of a game which was low on quality from both sides.Colchester leapfrogged Grimsby into 16th position with another gutsy display on their travels, in the process equalling the club’s ...Full Story »

Michael Duff happy to put on a show for Barnsley’s fans

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Michael Duff praised Barnsley’s fans as his side defeated Cambridge 2-0 at Oakwell, despite being reduced to 10 men in the first half.Max Watters opened the scoring before being shown a red card before half-time.A second-half volley from Jordan Williams doubled Barnsley’s lead as they saw the game out, limiting Cambridge’s opportunities to get back in the game.And Duff felt the...Full Story »

Slaven Bilic bemoans ‘lack of quality’ as Watford can only draw with Blackburn

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Watford head coach Slaven Bilic believed securing victory was only prevented by a lack of quality as they drew 1-1 with Blackburn.The Hertfordshire side overcame Bradley Dack’s first-half effort at Vicarage Road, with debutant Wesley Hoedt netting for the Hornets in the second half.Watford were generally on top in the contest and the result keeps them still in the Sky Bet Championship play...Full Story »

‘Resolute’ Owls impress boss Darren Moore despite seeing two-goal lead wiped out

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore said the most pleasing aspect of the pulsating 2-2 draw with Ipswich was the way his team “stayed in the game” and did not let it “get away from them.”The Owls led the Sky Bet League One contest at Portman Road against their promotion rivals 2-0 through Michael Smith’s header and a strike by George Byers.However, the Tractor ...Full Story »

Would have been a travesty if Coventry lost against Luton – Mark Robins

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Mark Robins claimed it would have “been a travesty” if Coventry did not get anything out of their 1-1 Championship draw with Luton at the CBS Arena.Matty Godden marked his first start since October with his first goal since the end of August to level matters after Tom Lockyer opened the scoring for the Hatters inside 40 seconds.Manchester City loanee Joshua Wilson-Esbrand was then se...Full Story »

Something has to change – Cristian Stellini questions Tottenham’s mentality

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Tottenham assistant Cristian Stellini questioned Spurs’ mentality after they were thumped at Leicester.Nampalys Mendy, James Maddison, Kelechi Iheanacho and Harvey Barnes piled the pressure on manager Antonio Conte as the Foxes ran riot in a 4-1 win.Rodrigo Bentancur had given the visitors an early lead but defeat left Spurs continuing to play catch up in the race for the Champions Le...Full Story »

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough pleased with ‘professional performance’ in Gills win

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough was delighted with the professional way his side halted Gillingham’s recent revival with a comfortable 2-0 home win.A strike from skipper Ollie Clarke and a Lucas Akins penalty before the break were enough to halt a run of three wins and a draw for the revitalised Gills, and Clough said: “I thought it was a good, solid, professional performance.“I th...Full Story »

Derek McInnes lauds Kyle Vassell after beating injury to send Kilmarnock through

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Derek McInnes revealed that Kilmarnock’s Scottish Cup hero Kyle Vassell came close to missing the game with Dundee United.The 30-year-old striker only declared himself fit on Friday but scored what proved to be the winner to take the Ayrshire side through to the quarter-finals.United’s misery was made complete when debutant Loick Ayina, the on-loan Huddersfield defender, was sent off...Full Story »

Ian Evatt got his wish as Bolton marked 5,000th game in style

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Beaming boss Ian Evatt hailed his five-star Bolton side after they marked their 5,000th league game by hammering Peterborough 5-0.With second-placed Sheffield Wednesday and third-placed Ipswich drawing, on-song Wanderers cut the gap between themselves and the League One automatic promotion places to six points.Goal machine Dion Charles took his tally to the season to 17 with a fine hat-trick, wh...Full Story »

Willian is really something, says Fulham boss Marco Silva

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Marco Silva spoke of his privilege in getting to work with Willian every day after the winger’s goal helped Fulham win for the first time in four Premier League games.The 34-year-old’s brilliant first-half drive set the hosts on their way to a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at Craven Cottage, capping a brilliant individual display as Silva’s team ended their winless streak ...Full Story »

Brentford equaliser angers Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Mikel Arteta accused officials of “changing the rules” as he claimed Brentford’s equaliser at Arsenal should have been ruled out for offside.Arsenal had to settle for a share of the spoils after Ivan Toney’s header cancelled out a first Gunners goal for Leandro Trossard as Brentford left the Emirates Stadium with a thoroughly deserved 1-1 draw.Arteta’s side had lost...Full Story »

Dave Challinor disappointed with Stockport’s second-half display at Harrogate

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Demanding Stockport boss Dave Challinor insisted his players cannot afford to let their second-half standards slip despite winning 3-1 at Harrogate.Promotion hopefuls County led 2-0 at the break following a dominant opening 45 minutes thanks to goals from Myles Hippolyte and Isaac Olaofe.But the visitors then let struggling Harrogate back into the game, with on-loan Southampton winger Kazeem Ola...Full Story »

Steven Hammell shuns media following Motherwell’s Scottish Cup exit at Raith

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Steven Hammell left Stark’s Park without talking to the media after his Motherwell side crashed to a 3-1 Scottish Cup defeat by Raith Rovers.Hammell faced calls of “you’re getting sacked in the morning” from jubilant Raith fans after Esmael Goncalves’ debut goal clinched Rovers’ place in the quarter-finals. Some of the Motherwell fans who had not walked out fo...Full Story »

Result was all that mattered to Shaun Maloney as Wigan leapfrog Huddersfield

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Shaun Maloney admitted “the result was all important” after his Wigan side moved off the foot of the Sky Bet Championship thanks to a 1-0 victory over managerless Huddersfield.Jack Whatmough’s header with 10 minutes to go was enough to settle a tense and tight encounter at the DW Stadium.It handed Wigan their first victory in three months and gave Maloney the perfect way to mar...Full Story »

Michael Carrick hails all-round performance as Middlesbrough claim Cardiff win

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Middlesbrough manager Michael Carrick felt his side produced some of their best football since he took charge during the first half of their 3-1 victory at Cardiff, before then showing their battling qualities to secure the points.The former Manchester United midfielder saw his in-form Boro team chalk up an 11th win in 15 matches since taking over at the Riverside in October.Goals from Marcus Fo...Full Story »

Newport captain Mickey Demetriou scores last-gasp winner at Barrow

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Newport captain Mickey Demetriou scored a stoppage-winner as his side snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory over 10-man Barrow.Demetriou’s match-winning header came five minutes into added time at the end of the game as Graham Coughlan’s visitors claimed back-to-back victories.The Exiles were already in the ascendancy when Pete Wild’s Cumbrians saw home debutant Rory Feely sent off i...Full Story »

Leicester thrash Tottenham as Antonio Conte returns to dugout

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Leicester routed Tottenham to increase the pressure on Spurs boss Antonio Conte. Nampalys Mendy’s first goal in over six years inspired the Foxes to a 4-1 comeback win at the King Power Stadium. James Maddison, Kelechi Iheanacho and Harvey Barnes also netted as the hosts scored four for the second straight game. Rodrigo Bentancur had briefly given Spurs the lead but they crumbled duri...Full Story »

Shrewsbury record sixth-straight win with comeback victory against Port Vale

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Shrewsbury made it six league wins on the spin for the first time since April 2015 as they edged a five-goal thriller with a 3-2 League One comeback victory against Port Vale.Steve Cotterill’s side suffered a horror festive period with three-straight defeats and were then knocked out of the FA Cup.But 18 points from a possible 18 has put them knocking on the door of the play-offs, with thr...Full Story »

Ayr overcome scare before beating Elgin in extra-time

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Scottish Championship promotion chasers Ayr needed a last-gasp equaliser before securing a 4-1 victory over Division Two side Elgin in extra-time to reach the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup.Kane Hester’s 26th goal of the season in the 41st minute gave Elgin the lead, and they held on to it until the 90th minute, when Fraser Bryden bundled the ball home.Dipo Akinyemi nearly won it for A...Full Story »

Inih Effiong delights Dagenham with debut double

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Inih Effiong was the star of the show on his Dagenham & Redbridge debut as a 2-1 win over Solihull Moors moved them to within touching distance of the National League play-off places.Effiong, who arrived during the week from Aldershot, opened the scoring in the 36th minute when his initial free-kick was blocked but he fired home the rebound.The lead lasted only five minutes before Andrew Dal...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon and Carlisle share spoils as goalkeepers come out on top

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

AFC Wimbledon and Carlisle shared the points as good goalkeeping at both ends ensured a goalless draw at Plough Lane.The hosts, who are now five home matches unbeaten, had the first chance of the match before the half hour.Tidy footwork by Dons new boy Diallang Jaiyesimi won his side a corner, which would have looped all the way in but for a good palm out by Tomas Holy.The visitors threatened fr...Full Story »

Lewis Wing nets second-half brace as Wycombe end Derby’s 15-match unbeaten run

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Lewis Wing scored a second-half brace as Wycombe secured a thrilling 3-2 League One win to bring a halt to Derby’s 15-match unbeaten run in the league.A 10th-minute Sam Vokes volley opened the scoring, before a close-range James Collins reply drew the visitors level.Wing’s second-half double saw Wycombe move two goals ahead and – although a late Lewis Dobbin goal threatened a f...Full Story »

Woking hit back to draw with Boreham Wood

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

Rhys Browne and Jacob Rees scored twice each as Woking came from 2-0 down to claim a point from a 2-2 draw with National League play-off rivals Boreham Wood.The visitors took the lead 27 minutes in when Woking failed to deal with a long throw from Chris Bush and Rees made them pay with a fine strike from the edge of the area.And it was 2-0 just before the hour as Rees got his second with a calm ...Full Story »

Harrison Holgate grabs winner as Fleetwood beat 10-man Charlton

Posted Sunday, February 12, 2023 by PA

A close-range Harrison Holgate header gave Fleetwood a much-needed 2-1 victory over lacklustre 10-man Charlton at The Valley.Holgate was left unmarked to nod in a Phoenix Patterson corner after 52 minutes to give Scott Brown’s side their first league victory since New Year’s Day.In spite of progressing to the fifth round of the FA Cup, Fleetwood had been sliding towards the League On...Full Story »

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