Relegation-threatened Gateshead earn much-needed National League win at Solihull
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Gateshead claimed a much-needed 2-0 National League victory away to Solihull to make it two wins from two and move level on points with Oldham in their bid for survival.Midfielder Daniel Ward and substitute William Harris scored in either half to haul the relegation-threatened visitors to within touching distance of safety, as their hosts lost further ground on the play-off places.Andrew Dallas ...Full Story »
Paul Warne says Derby’s second-half display ‘one of the best’ of his career
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Paul Warne hailed Derby’s second-half display as “one of the best” of his managerial career after they trounced Morecambe 5-0 at Pride Park.Derby’s head coach saw his team extend their unbeaten league run to 15 games with David McGoldrick scoring his third hat-trick of the season.But for much of the first half there was no sign of what was to come as Morecambe frustrated ...Full Story »
Paul Simpson admits Carlisle were off the pace in defeat to Harrogate
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Carlisle manager Paul Simpson says his promotion-chasing side simply were not good enough as Paul Huntington’s late own goal saw them fall to a 1-0 loss at home to League Two strugglers Harrogate.The match looked destined to end in a goalless draw until the 82nd minute, when Huntington misjudged a pass back to goalkeeper Tomas Holy and sent the ball agonisingly across the line.Th...Full Story »
Managers satisfied with share of spoils as Northampton held by Walsall
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Both managers were happy to settle for a point after Northampton and Walsall played out a hard-fought 0-0 draw at Sixfields.The home side edged a scrappy first half before Walsall turned the tables in the second, but goalmouth action was at a premium throughout.Tom Knowles poked Walsall’s best chance wide of the target just after half-time, while Northampton had to wait until the final min...Full Story »
Mark Kennedy hails an ‘outstanding performance’ from Lincoln in Accrington win
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Mark Kennedy praised an “outstanding performance” from his Lincoln side as they overcame relegation-threatened Accrington 3-0.It was their first league win of 2023 – the Imps last won a league game on November 19 – and the game turned their way in three second-half minutes.Lincoln opened the scoring in the 24th minute when Ben House fired home, and made it two after 55 mi...Full Story »
Michael Carrick praises Chuba Akpom as Middlesbrough east past Blackpool
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Michael Carrick believes Chuba Akpom’s brilliance got Middlesbrough firing at the Riverside to keep their promotion push on track by beating struggling Blackpool 3-0.It was an impressive afternoon for the Sky Bet Championship’s leading scorer, with the former Arsenal striker putting Boro on course for another win under Carrick to keep hold of third spot and move to within 10 points o...Full Story »
Steve Cotterill happy to feel benefit after ‘almighty’ delay on scouting trip
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Shrewsbury manager Steve Cotterill was pleased that the pain of a midweek scouting trip paid off as his in-form team made it five straight wins with a 1-0 success at Oxford.Cotterill spied on Oxford in their home defeat by Barnsley on Wednesday night.And after sub Ryan Bowman’s 74th-minute goal had given them victory at the Kassam Stadium, he reflected on how the midweek journey paid off i...Full Story »
Paul Hurst determined to help Grimsby forward John McAtee rediscover form
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Paul Hurst says he is determined to help John McAtee out of a difficult spell after the frontman inspired Grimsby’s 3-0 romp at Crewe.The frontman scored only his second goal of what will be his final campaign at Blundell Park. McAtee joined Luton last summer, but was then loaned back to the Mariners before his season was disrupted by shoulder surgery.His third-minute blast was added to by...Full Story »
Barnsley leave it late to grab draw with Portsmouth
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Bobby Thomas scored a late leveller to rescue play-off chasing Barnsley a 1-1 draw at Portsmouth.Thomas headed home from 10 yards a minute from time to cancel out Colby Bishop’s 49th-minute opener.The opening 45 minutes were fairly even and produced very little in terms of efforts on goal.On 10 minutes, Pompey had the ball in the net as a through-ball from Owen Dale saw Bishop slot in but ...Full Story »
Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu sets Luton on way to victory over Stoke
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu’s first goal since August 2021 earned Luton a 1-0 win over Stoke at Kenilworth Road.The hosts made a glorious start as the long-serving Mpanzu pounced on a loose ball in midfield and raced forward before driving a shot into the bottom corner from 22 yards with just six minutes gone.Jordan Clark had claims for a penalty turned down as the Hatters continued their bright ...Full Story »
Dan Dodds delivers Hartlepool victory at Doncaster
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Dan Dodds’ late strike gave Hartlepool only a second win in seven Sky Bet League Two matches as they triumphed 1-0 at Doncaster.The hosts enjoyed much the better of the attacking play throughout, but struggled to break down Pools, who showed only glimpses of attacking threat before Dodds’ fine strike on 88 minutes.Hartlepool boss Keith Curle named three of five deadline-day signings ...Full Story »
Jordan McGhee rescues Dundee a point at struggling Hamilton
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Bottom side Hamilton secured a much-needed point from a 1-1 cinch Championship draw at home to Dundee.On-loan Hearts midfielder Connor Smith handed the hosts an early lead as he picked out the top corner with a long-range strike after just five minutes of his home debut.Dundee began to dominate possession and Jordan McGhee came close to equalising after the half-hour mark although he headed just...Full Story »
Stevenage fall further behind leaders Leyton Orient after draw at Sutton
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Stevenage lost ground on League Two leaders Leyton Orient after a goalless draw at Sutton.Steve Evans’ side extended their unbeaten league record to 12 games but are now four points behind Orient after a frustrating draw at Gander Green Lane.Neither goalkeeper was severely tested in a poor first half for the neutral.Boro’s on-loan debutant Jokull Andresson beat away Will Randall&rsqu...Full Story »
Salford see off struggling Rochdale to maintain promotion push
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Salford maintained their League Two promotion push with a 2-1 win over local rivals Rochdale at the Peninsula Stadium.The home side enjoyed the better of the first half, with Louie Barry twice coming close to opening the scoring early on.And City’s fast start was rewarded after 11 minutes when Matt Smith turned-in Elliot Watt’s teasing cross from close range.Ethan Galbriath could hav...Full Story »
Paul Huntington own goal hands Harrogate victory at Carlisle
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Harrogate ended a run of five games without a win in League Two after Paul Huntington’s late own goal earned them a 1-0 victory away at promotion-chasing Carlisle.The match looked destined to end in a goalless draw until the 82nd minute, when Huntington misjudged a pass back to goalkeeper Tomas Holy and sent it agonisingly across the line.Third-placed Carlisle were seeking a fifth straight...Full Story »
Kwesi Appiah’s late strike earns Colchester draw with Barrow
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Kwesi Appiah netted a stoppage-time equaliser to salvage Colchester a point in their 1-1 draw with visitors Barrow.Substitute Appiah slotted in at the far post in the sixth minute of time added on, after John Akinde’s effort was cleared off the line.Barrow almost took a second-minute lead when Niall Canavan’s excellent header was saved by Kieran O’Hara.But Colchester went close...Full Story »
Gillingham boss Neil Harris thrilled with win over Crawley
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Gillingham boss Neil Harris was thrilled with his side’s second-half response after sealing a 1-0 win over Crawley.Shaun Williams struck in the 48th minute to secure victory for the Gills, who still sit 23rd in Sky Bet League Two but have won three of their last four matches.Crawley had arguably been the better team in the first half, and Harris was pleased to see his side adjust in the se...Full Story »
George Moncur winner earns Leyton Orient victory over Wimbledon
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
George Moncur scored the winner as League Two leaders Leyton Orient beat AFC Wimbledon 1-0 at Brisbane Road.Moncur struck in the 64th minute when he drilled a shot from the left side of the area across a crowded box and into the bottom right corner.The London derby often proved a feisty affair and both sides created chances to break the deadlock before Moncur’s telling blow.The former Hull...Full Story »
Cove Rangers claim first away win of season against 10-man Partick Thistle
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Cove Rangers finally managed to win an away game in the cinch Championship this season after holding on for a 1-0 victory at Partick Thistle.Mitch Megginson headed home in the first half, while his goalkeeper Scott Fox played his part, keeping out the visitors with a string of saves.Danny Mullen missed an early chance for the hosts and Leighton McIntosh should have done better at the other end w...Full Story »
Alfie Kilgour leaves it late to earn Mansfield a point at Bradford
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Alfie Kilgour headed a stoppage-time equaliser for Mansfield to earn a 1-1 draw at Bradford.Kilgour nodded home Elliott Hewitt’s cross to cancel out Andy Cook’s first-half goal for the home side.Cook, starting his first game since Boxing Day, scored his 17th of the season when he headed in a corner from Adam Clayton.Abo Eisa and Jamie Walker had good chances for Bradford before Cook&...Full Story »
Substitute Ethan Cairns claims late equaliser as Inverness draw with Morton
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Teenager Ethan Cairns came off the bench to score with his first touch as his late equaliser earned Inverness a 2-2 draw at home to Morton in the cinch Championship.The 18-year-old had only just stepped onto the pitch when he got on the end of a free-kick at the near post to claim his maiden league goal in the 85th minute.Morton had gone ahead in the fifth minute when former Celtic midfielder Ca...Full Story »
Dave Challinor lauds ‘big win’ for Stockport against Tranmere in play-off bid
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Stockport boss Dave Challinor reflected on a ‘really happy Saturday’ after his side beat Tranmere 3-2 in League Two.The three points lifted last season’s National League champions into the play-off positions as they saw off one of their main top-seven rivals.Kane Hemmings’ penalty cancelled out Kyle Knoyle’s opener for Stockport, who moved back in front through Kyle...Full Story »
Mansfield boss Nigel Clough wants sub rule change after injury blow at Bradford
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Nigel Clough called for a change in the substitution rules after Mansfield had three players injured in their 1-1 draw at Bradford.Louis Reed, Rhys Oates and Callum Johnson were all forced off in the first 36 minutes at Valley Parade.Centre-half Alfie Kilgour headed a stoppage-time equaliser to reward Mansfield’s fightback. But manager Clough was concerned about the current rules and he al...Full Story »
Boreham Wood boost their play-off hopes with win over Chesterfield
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Boreham Wood boosted their National League play-off hopes with a 1-0 victory over top-seven rivals Chesterfield.Nathan Ashmore kept Wood, coming off the back of two consecutive wins, in the game after an early Chesterfield blitz.After a reflex parry kept out a deflected effort, the goalkeeper produced a brilliant triple save and then tipped Jamie Grimes’ header over the crossbar.Ryan Colcl...Full Story »
Cambridge hold high-flying Ipswich to draw
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Cambridge defended resolutely to hold League One promotion hopefuls Ipswich to a 1-1 draw.Having seen out the early stages, Cambridge went ahead after 24 minutes when Harvey Knibbs drove forward before firing home an excellent finish from outside the box.Seven minutes later the U’s had the chance to double their lead after they were awarded a penalty when Conor McGrandles was brought down ...Full Story »
Shrewsbury march on to increase pressure on Oxford boss Karl Robinson
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
In-form Shrewsbury made it five wins on the spin thanks to Ryan Bowman’s fine volleyed finish in a 1-0 victory at Oxford.Killian Phillips flicked the ball forwards inside the box in the 74th minute and substitute Bowman swivelled to volley unerringly past Simon Eastwood.It dealt the Us a fourth straight defeat – during which they have scored just once – to increase the pressure...Full Story »
Bromley slip out of National League play-off places after Maidenhead draw
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Bromley slipped out of the National League play-off places after only managing a 1-1 home draw with struggling Maidenhead following a late equaliser from Louis Dennis.Charlee Adams’ strike was easily collected by Bromley goalkeeper Reice Charles-Cook and Cole Kpekawa fired over, while Corey Whitely curled wide at the other end.Maidenhead took the lead in the 57th minute when Emile Acquah c...Full Story »
Gillingham extend unbeaten run with victory over Crawley
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
In-form Gillingham extended their unbeaten run to four games as veteran midfielder Shaun Williams scored the winner in a 1-0 victory over Crawley.Crawley picked up from where they left off in last week’s victory over Salford, as Tom Fellows almost put them in front within 30 seconds when unmarked at the back post.Newly-appointed Town captain Ben Gladwin rounded Glenn Morris before the ex-C...Full Story »
Bristol City continue fine run with hard-fought victory at Preston
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Mark Sykes and Sam Bell’s first-half goals earned Bristol City a battling 2-1 victory at Preston.Striker Ched Evans pulled a goal back for the hosts shortly after the hour mark, but City held on after some late pressure to extend their healthy unbeaten run to eight games in all competitions.This was Preston’s fifth home league defeat in a row as their play-off hopes took a dive.City ...Full Story »
Kyle Dempsey’s late goal earns Bolton victory against Cheltenham
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Kyle Dempsey scored the only goal of the game as Bolton boosted their Sky Bet League One promotion hopes with a 1-0 win at home to Cheltenham.Dempsey’s curling right-foot shot 10 minutes from time ended an afternoon of frustration for Wanderers, beaten only once in their last 10 league outings.Cheltenham won the reverse fixture by the same scoreline last October and their game management r...Full Story »
Austin Trusty caps stunning stoppage-time turnaround as Birmingham beat Swansea
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Two late goals capped an incredible comeback by Birmingham as they snatched a dramatic 4-3 win against Swansea.American centre-back Austin Trusty was the hero, glancing in a header off a Hannibal Mejbri corner to leave home fans at the Swansea.com Stadium in disbelief.Going into the last minute of normal time the Swans appeared to be cruising to three points after dominating most of the match.A ...Full Story »
In-form Kaoru Mitoma leaves it late again as Brighton beat Bournemouth
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Kaoru Mitoma headed home an 87th-minute winner to earn Brighton a 1-0 victory over struggling Bournemouth at the Amex Stadium.The Japan international, whose goal in stoppage time helped the Seagulls knock holders Liverpool out of the FA Cup last week, nodded past goalkeeper Neto to send his side into sixth place.Both sides threatened throughout a pacey first half, the Cherries somehow surviving ...Full Story »
Casemiro red card takes shine off Manchester United win over Crystal Palace
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Manchester United were made to sweat for their 13th successive home win after star midfielder Casemiro’s red card for violent conduct sparked a frenzied conclusion against Crystal Palace.Fresh from sealing their place in the Carabao Cup final on Wednesday, Erik ten Hag’s side looked set to make light work of Patrick Vieira’s Eagles in a rare Saturday afternoon kick-off.Bruno Fe...Full Story »
Wealdstone boost play-off push with win over Dagenham
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Ashley Charles scored the only goal as Wealdstone boosted their play-off hopes with a 1-0 win over rivals Dagenham in the Vanarama National League.Charles struck after just five minutes at Grosvenor Vale following a good run and pass from Brooklyn Ilunga.Olufela Olomola and Jack Cook had chances to extend the lead before the Daggers rallied after the break.Junior Morias hit the bar for the visit...Full Story »
Raith come from behind to beat Arbroath
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Raith scored twice in seven second-half minutes to claim a 2-1 comeback cinch Championship victory at Arbroath and move up to fifth in the table.Michael McKenna broke the deadlock with Arbroath’s first shot on target from a corner in the 20th minute for his seventh goal of the season in all competitions.Moments later, Toyosi Olusanya had an attempt saved as the hosts looked to double their...Full Story »
Ruben Rodrigues penalty earns Notts County win over Torquay
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Ruben Rodrigues’ penalty proved the difference as National League leaders Notts County won 2-1 at relegation battling Torquay.County took the lead in the 34th minute with a quick counter-attack, finished off when Macauley Langstaff took a touch to control Connell Rawlinson’s pass before rifling a shot home.Torquay went in level at half-time as Tom Lapslie controlled inside the box be...Full Story »
Wycombe cruise to win at Port Vale
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Wycombe moved within touching distance of the League One play-off spots after winning 3-0 away at out-of-form Port Vale.Gareth Ainsworth’s team were ruthless in attack four days after the sale of top-scorer Anis Mehmeti to Bristol City. Brandon Hanlan netted after 13 minutes and Joe Jacobson, from the spot, and substitute Garath McCleary scored in quick succession late in the game.Hanlan&r...Full Story »
Cardiff’s relegation concerns suffer blow as Cyrus Christie nets Hull winner
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Cardiff’s relegation concerns suffered another blow as they recorded a 1-0 Championship defeat at in-form Hull.Man-of-the-match Cyrus Christie scored the winning goal after 62 minutes to leave the visitors just two points clear of the bottom three.Cardiff, without a league victory in 2023, will leave East Yorkshire frustrated after Callum Robinson’s first-half penalty was brilliantly...Full Story »
Jack Bridge shoots Southend past struggling York
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Jack Bridge’s brace fired Southend back into the National League play-off places with a 2-0 win over troubled York.Both goals came in the second half, with the first from the penalty spot after Bridge went down under a challenge.Bridge stepped up himself and opened the scoring in the 64th minute with a spot-kick down the middle as Ethan Ross dived to his right.The second was all Bridge&rsq...Full Story »
Stockport edge Tranmere to move into top seven
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Stockport climbed into the League Two play-off places with a 3-2 win over Tranmere at a sold-out Edgeley Park.An early drilled effort from Tranmere’s Lee O’Connor was well saved down low by goalkeeper Ben Hinchliffe before Stockport struck after 19 minutes when Kyle Knoyle rose to meet Chris Hussey’s cross and head smartly into the corner.Rovers levelled from the spot in the 41...Full Story »
Charlie Kirk breaks 10-man Fleetwood hearts as Burton edge thrilling finish
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Charlie Kirk scored deep into stoppage time to earn Burton a 3-2 win at Fleetwood after a breathless end to the League One clash.Promise Omochere had equalised for the 10-man hosts in the fourth minute of added time, but there was still time for Kirk to lift Albion out of the relegation zone.Earlier in the contest Burton goalkeeper Craig MacGillivray thwarted Jayden Stockley with a smart save an...Full Story »
Sheffield Wednesday go top as Callum Paterson shoots down Plymouth
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Callum Paterson’s early goal gave Sheffield Wednesday a 1-0 victory over Plymouth Argyle and saw them replace their opponents as League One leaders on goal difference.Paterson struck in the seventh minute, producing a fine first-time finish at the near post after meeting a low cross from George Byers.Michael Cooper made a good save from Aden Flint to prevent the hosts from increasing their...Full Story »
Late Dennis Cirkin header salvages Sunderland a draw at Millwall
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Dennis Cirkin’s late header earned Sunderland a 1-1 draw at Millwall that kept both teams well in the mix for the Championship’s play-off places.The Lions, however, will see this as two points dropped as they largely had the better of proceedings at The Den and looked set to lift themselves into the top six thanks to a goal from captain Jake Cooper.They are up to seventh and just one...Full Story »
I love my players – Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta remaining calm after Everton loss
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal are not feeling the pressure in the Premier League title race despite losing 1-0 at Sean Dyche’s Everton.James Tarkowski’s header on the hour mark gave Dyche a winning start to life at Goodison Park and condemned the Gunners to only their second league defeat of the season.Arsenal’s best chance came when Bukayo Saka saw his goalbound effort cleared ...Full Story »
Grimsby cruise to win at Crewe
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
First-half strikes from John McAtee and George Lloyd put Grimsby on course to a comfortable 3-0 win at Crewe.Substitute Tom Dickson-Peters sealed victory for the Mariners with a close-range finish late on.The visitors got off to a great start when Lloyd’s clever flick released McAtee and the attacker raced clear before curling the ball into the far corner from 20 yards in the third minute....Full Story »
Hibernian win at St Mirren thanks to late Elie Youan strike
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Elie Youan’s second-half goal earned Hibernian a 1-0 victory away to St Mirren.The forward struck 13 minutes from time to settle a game that struggled to get into any kind of rhythm.In doing so Lee Johnson’s men became the first team to win at the SMISA Stadium since Motherwell on the opening day of the league season.Hibs also moved above Saints into fifth place in the cinch Premiers...Full Story »
David McGoldrick nets another hat-trick as five-star Derby thrash Morecambe
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
David McGoldrick scored his third hat-trick of the season as Derby thrashed Morecambe 5-0.Morecambe did well to frustrate Derby for much of the first half but McGoldrick’s quality broke their resistance in the 45th minute.After Hayden Roberts was tripped by Dynel Simeu just outside the area, Conor Hourihane teed up McGoldrick to bend a shot into the bottom left corner.McGoldrick put the re...Full Story »
Nathan Jones under fire from his own fans as Brentford humble Southampton
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Southampton fans turned on Nathan Jones after seeing their side slump to another limp defeat, 3-0 at Brentford.Saints could have climbed off the bottom of the Premier League with a victory at the Gtech Stadium, but instead goals from Ben Mee, Bryan Mbeumo and Mathias Jensen condemned them to an eighth loss in their last nine matches.The away supporters have evidently run out of patience with man...Full Story »
Watford slip up as Reading fight back from two down to draw
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Watford’s Championship play-off hopes suffered a setback after they threw away a two-goal lead in their 2-2 draw at Reading.After a cagey opening half-hour, Watford went ahead when a clever team move culminated in Ismaila Sarr stroking in from close range.Defender Ryan Porteous, on his Watford debut, extended the advantage from a glancing header three minutes into the second half.Reading, ...Full Story »
Vincent Kompany hails ‘complete performance’ from Burnley in win at Norwich
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
Manager Vincent Kompany was thrilled to see his side overcome a potentially tricky hurdle as they won 3-0 at Norwich to go marching on at the top of the Championship.Facing a side which had won their two previous games in scintillating style under new coach David Wagner, the Clarets were at their imperious best from minute one as they reeled off a ninth straight league win.Anass Zaroury took adv...Full Story »
Swindon boss Jody Morris slams ref after Rushian Hepburn-Murphy’s red at Newport
Posted Sunday, February 05, 2023 by PA
New Swindon Town manager Jody Morris was critical of referee Neil Hair after his promotion hopefuls were beaten 2-1 at struggling Newport County having played with 10 men for 75 minutes.Rushian Hepburn-Murphy was shown a straight red card after quarter of an hour for shoving Cameron Norman in the face after a touchline scuffle.But Morris, who took over the Robins on Tuesday, is adamant that his ...Full Story »
Paul Heckingbottom content with Sheffield United’s ‘positive point’ at Rotherham
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom said his side’s goalless draw at local rivals Rotherham was a positive point despite losing ground in the Sky Bet Championship title race.The Blades are now seven points adrift of leaders Burnley, who won 3-0 at Norwich, after they failed to make a breakthrough against their neighbours from across the M1.They were the better side at the New York Sta...Full Story »
Leaders Burnley ease to victory at Norwich
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Burnley marched on at the top of the Championship as they swept aside Norwich 3-0 at Carrow Road.Vincent Kompany’s side produced another impressive display to make it nine league wins on the trot and move, temporarily at least, 20 points clear of third-placed Middlesbrough.Anass Zaroury took advantage of a horrible error from goalkeeper Tim Krul to open the scoring in the eighth minute and...Full Story »
Rotherham keep Sheffield United at bay in South Yorkshire derby
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Sheffield United lost ground in the Sky Bet Championship title race as they were held to a 0-0 draw in the South Yorkshire derby at Rotherham.The Blades are now seven points adrift of leaders Burnley, who won 3-0 at Norwich, after they failed to make a breakthrough against their neighbours from across the M1.They were the better side at the New York Stadium but did not create an abundance of cha...Full Story »
Sean Dyche makes immediate impact as Everton stun leaders Arsenal
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Everton leant heavily on their Burnley connection for a first win since October as Sean Dyche’s reign as manager got off to the perfect start with a 1-0 win over Premier League leaders Arsenal.The ex-Clarets boss insisted he did not have any “magic dust” to sprinkle on a struggling squad – the only one not to be strengthened by a January signing – but the effect he ...Full Story »
Cameron Norman and Calum Kavanagh earn Newport crucial win over 10-man Swindon
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Relegation-threatened Newport County secured a vital 2-1 home win over promotion-chasing Swindon Town, who played with 10 men for 75 minutes.The straight red card shown to Rushian Hepburn-Murphy, for shoving Cameron Norman in the face following a touchline scuffle after only quarter of an hour, proved the pivotal moment of the contest.Norman, Adam Lewis and Harry Charsley went close for the host...Full Story »
ARRIVEDERCI? Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang ‘jets off to MILAN’ as he misses Chelsea game hours after Champions League squad axe
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
PIERRE EMERICK-AUBAMEYANG appears to be in MILAN after being axed from Chelsea’s Champions League squad.
The striker’s brother has shared a family snap, which includes the Gabon ace, posing in the Italian city - despite the Blues currently being in action against Fulham.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been axed from Chelsea's Champions league squad
The star's brother posted this sn...Full Story »
PENALTY? Newcastle United’s £45m signing Anthony Gordon could face jail after being caught driving just two days into a road ban
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
NEWCASTLE United’s £45million signing Anthony Gordon could face jail after driving just two days into a road ban.
The star, 21, got a six-month disqualification on Monday for twice failing to disclose details of the driver of his car.
Anthony Gordon was photographed behind the wheel of his £100k Mercedes G-Wagon on Wednesday - days after being banned from the road
Wearing a bl...Full Story »
Fans spot 'fuming' Todd Boehly reacting to new Chelsea signing Fofana missing open goal
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk
David Datro Fofana wasn't able to find a winner on his Chelsea debut
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly fell back into his seat after watching David Datro Fofana miss a golden chance to score in their goalless draw against Fulham.
The US businessman has overseen £566million in incoming deals but that wasn't enough for Graham Potter's men to beat their west London rivals who sit three places above...Full Story »
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang removed from Chelsea's Champions League squad
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by ESPN
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been removed from Chelsea's Champions League squad.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been omitted from Chelsea's Champions League squad to free up registration spots for the club's new signings.
Chelsea made eight new signings in the January transfer window, including a Premier League record deal to acquire World Cup-winning midfielder Enzo Fernandez for €120 ...Full Story »
'NOT HAPPY' Mason Greenwood eyes drastic move to restart his football career if Manchester United choose to sack star
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
MASON Greenwood is eyeing a football career in China if Manchester United sack him over sex attack claims.
The club launched a probe on Thursday when prosecutors dropped the charges against him because 12 witnesses refused to cooperate.
Mason Greenwood is eyeing a football career in China if Manchester United sack him over sex attack claims
The club launched a probe on Thursday when prosecuto...Full Story »
Heartbreak for Araujo! LA Galaxy star's dream Barcelona transfer falls through after FIFA ruling
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Goal.com
Julian Araujo's big move to Barcelona has fallen through after FIFA ruled that the paperwork to finalize the transfer was submitted too late.
Araujo misses out on dream move
FIFA reject appeal
Defender will remain with Galaxy
WHAT HAPPENED? FIFA confirmed on the news on Friday, with Barcelona director of football Mateu Alemany saying a system error caused the club to miss the deadline by...Full Story »
Real Madrid turned down chance to sign Joao Cancelo before Bayern Munich transfer as they're happy with current squad
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Goal.com
Real Madrid were offered the chance to sign Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo, but turned down a potential deal for the now-Bayern Munich man.
Madrid offered Cancelo but turned him down
Barca also in the running to sign him
Real saving up for Bellingham in summer
WHAT HAPPENED? Cancelo signed for Bayern on loan with a buy option of €70 million (£62m/$76m). However, the ou...Full Story »
Stones to miss Man City's games against Tottenham, Arsenal and RB Leipzig due to injury as Guardiola provides more positive Foden update
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Goal.com
Manchester City will be without John Stones for some key games at home and in Europe but Phil Foden is set to return.
Stones injured against Arsenal
Will miss a month
But Foden ready to return
WHAT HAPPENED? Guardiola has offered an update on Stones and confirmed he will miss the next month after sustaining a hamstring injury against Arsenal. The Manchester City boss also spoke about Fod...Full Story »
'I'm saying nothing without my lawyer!' - Liverpool boss Klopp takes aim at Chelsea over £320m January spending spree
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Goal.com
Jurgen Klopp admits he "doesn't understand" Chelsea's remarkable £320m January spending spree.
Chelsea spent more than £320m in January
Eight players including Mudryk and Fernandez recruited
Klopp expects rapid improvement from Blues
WHAT HAPPENED? Speaking at a press conference ahead of Liverpool's Premier League trip to Wolves, Klopp was asked about events at Stamford Bridge ...Full Story »
Off the mark! Ronaldo scores stoppage-time penalty to rescue draw for Al-Nassr against Al-Fateh
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Goal.com
Cristiano Ronaldo opened his account for Al-Nassr from the penalty spot to salvage a 2-2 draw for his new team against Al-Fateh.
Al-Nassr held by Al-Fateh
Ronaldo opens Al-Nassr account
Nets 93rd minute penalty
TELL ME MORE: Ronaldo scored his first Al-Nassr goal on Friday but it wasn't enough to seal all three points for his new side. However, the Portuguese superstar's stoppage-time ...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - Chelsea 0-0 Fulham
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by 7M Sport
Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.
Chelsea 0-0 Fulham last night..
Arteta named Barclays Manager of the Month
Enzo Fernandez in this Chelsea team
"She's been my friend for 5 years but i don't think i can trust her"
Men right after they meet someone that supports the same club as them:
When You Spend a World Record €800M+ and Still Can't Win ...Full Story »
Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd & PSG must pay €100m for Napoli star Osimhen
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by Goal.com
Guardiola wants Brighton star Mac Allister to replace Gundogan (Fichajes)
Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola has identified Alexis Mac Allister as the man he wants to replace Ilkay Gundogan in midfield.
The Brighton star impressed in Argentina's World Cup triumph last year and Fichajes says Guardiola is pushing for City to sign him.
Man Utd & PSG must pay €100m for Osimhen (ESP...Full Story »
Graham Potter says omitted Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has done ‘nothing wrong’
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Graham Potter said Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has done “nothing wrong” after he was left out of Chelsea’s Champions League squad for the rest of the season.Aubameyang flew to Milan after being told he would not be involved in the team’s Premier League clash with Fulham on Friday night, which ended in a goalless stalemate as £106.5million record-signing Enzo Fernandez...Full Story »
Carlos Corberan focused on West Brom consistency as Baggies climb to fifth
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
West Brom head coach Carlos Corberan urged his side to continue to strive for consistency to fuel their promotion bid after a historic 1-0 win against Coventry.Grady Diangana’s 15th-minute tap-in clinched a sixth straight home league win for the Baggies without conceding and lifted them to fifth in the Sky Bet Championship.It was the first time they have kept six successive league clean sh...Full Story »
Enzo Fernandez’s Chelsea debut ends in a goalless draw against neighbours Fulham
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Enzo Fernandez’s Chelsea debut ended in anti-climax as Fulham earned a worthy 0-0 draw against Graham Potter’s side at Stamford Bridge.The hosts’ £106.5million deadline day signing was kept largely subdued as Potter’s team failed to substantially improve upon their mid-table Premier League position and saw their indifferent form extend to one win in six in the compe...Full Story »
Grady Diangana on target as West Brom climb to fifth after beating Coventry
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
West Bromwich Albion climbed to fifth in the Sky Bet Championship with a 1-0 win over Coventry City.Grady Diangana’s 15th-minute tap-in ensured Carlos Corberan’s side clinched a sixth home league win and clean sheet in a row.Albion have not conceded a goal at home in all competitions in more than 11 hours of football – 697 minutes.After being knocked out of the FA Cup last time...Full Story »
Dale Gorman nets brace as Barnet defeat Scunthorpe to continue unbeaten run
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Dale Gorman struck twice as high-flying Barnet won 3-1 at Scunthorpe to extend their unbeaten league run to 10 matches.Gorman scored either side of half-time to put Barnet 2-0 up and after Gerry McDonagh pulled one back for Scunthorpe on his debut, David Moyo headed the visitors’ third.The Bees took a 31st-minute lead when Gorman’s free-kick from the right evaded everyone in the box ...Full Story »
Queen’s Park move four points clear after victory over Ayr
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Queen’s Park shrugged off the shock of being booted out of the Scottish Cup as they extended their lead at the top of the Championship to four points with a 2-0 win over second-placed Ayr.Just hours after the Spiders were sanctioned for fielding an ineligible player against Inverness, two second-half strikes downed the visitors at Ochilview.After a goalless first period the hosts grabbed t...Full Story »
Queen’s Park ejected from Scottish Cup for fielding ineligible player
Posted Saturday, February 04, 2023 by PA
Queen’s Park have been ejected from the Scottish Cup for fielding an ineligible player in their fourth-round victory over Inverness.On-loan Hearts striker Euan Henderson led the attack in the Spiders’ 2-0 win in Tuesday’s rescheduled tie at the Caledonian Stadium but the 22-year-old should not have played as he was not signed prior to the original date of the game (January 21) ...Full Story »
Mason Greenwood breaks silence as all charges against Man Utd ace are dropped
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk
Mason Greenwood has spoken out for the first time since charges against him were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service.
The Manchester United forward, 21, said: "I am relieved that this matter is now over and I would like to thank my family, loved ones and friends for their support.
"There will be no further comment at this time."
All charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive contr...Full Story »
7M Daily Laugh - L I V E R P O O R
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by 7M Sport
Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.
Javier Tebas (La Liga President) : "The Premier League market is a doped, inflated market, but La Liga still has the best players and stars."
Lionel Messi has 14 GOALS & 14 ASSIST with PSG This Season!
Gerard Pique Chose Violence.
Not his fault but Loyalty isn't a thing in Modern Football...
L I V E R P O O R...Full Story »
Dani Alves 'begs estranged wife for forgiveness from prison' after she asked for divorce over club rape charge
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
DANI Alves has begged his estranged ex-wife for forgiveness after she asked for a divorce when he was charged with rape, it was reported.
The Brazilian World Cup ace, 39, was locked up last month by a judge investigating claims of an assault at Barcelona's swanky Sutton venue in the early hours of December 31.
Joana Sanz has requested a divorce for Dani Alves, according to reportsCredit: Insta...Full Story »
Gareth Bale makes PGA debut 23 days after retiring from professional football
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
GARETH BALE is making a dramatic PGA Tour debut - just 23 days after quitting football.
The Wales and Real Madrid legend, 33, recovered from the bunker to par the first hole of the Pebble Beach pro-am.
Footballer-turned-golfer Gareth Bale shows his focus on day one of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am at Spyglass Hill Golf CourseCredit: Getty
Smiling Bale looked a world away from the stressful...Full Story »
Leeds United among Premier League clubs enquiring about Liverpool star
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com
Leeds United are reportedly one of several Premier League clubs who have approached Liverpool about the possibility of signing midfielder Curtis Jones.
However, according to a report from Goal, Liverpool are unlikely to sell the midfielder as they see him as a long-term player at Anfield.
Jones, who is a home-grown player, has a good chance of staying at the club, but if a good offer comes i...Full Story »
Chelsea made a late deadline day move for World Cup star but were swiftly rejected
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com
Chelsea were dealt a swift rejection from Fiorentina when they made a last-ditch attempt to sign Moroccan star Sofyan Amrabat on the final day of the transfer window, according to Daily Mail.
Despite the Blues’ recent spending spree, the Italian club was not willing to part with the in-demand player.
Since taking over at Stamford Bridge, Boehly has been actively involved in recruitment a...Full Story »
DONE DEAL: Nottingham Forest sign Ghana captain Andre Ayew
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com
Nottingham Forest have signed Ghana captain and free agent Andre Ayew until the end of the season.
The 33-year-old forward was without a club following his exit from Qatari outfit Al Sadd after spending two years with the Middle Eastern club.
Ayew turned down Forest's Premier League rivals Everton before the January transfer window closed.
The former Swansea and West Ham player is Forest's ...Full Story »
Gabriel Martinelli pens new Arsenal deal
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com
Gabriel Martinelli has reportedly signed a new Arsenal contract.
The 21-year-old has penned a new four-and-a-half year contract at the Emirates, according to The Athletic.
He is now tied down until the summer of 2027.
Martinelli's previous deal expired in 2024, although the Gunners had the option to extend by a further two years.
But the Brazilian ace has now committed his long-term future...Full Story »
Pundit names 49-year-old as potential Jurgen Klopp replacement
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com
Former England international Darren Bent recently spoke to talkSPORT (via HITC) about Liverpool’s current situation, and what the future might hold for manager Jurgen Klopp.
Despite the club’s recent struggles, Bent doesn’t believe that Liverpool will fire Klopp, but he does think the German manager may decide to step down on his own if things don’t improve.
One year ...Full Story »
France's Raphael Varane retires from international football
Posted Friday, February 03, 2023 by ESPN
Raphael Varane won the 2018 World Cup with France. Photo by ANP via Getty Images
Raphael Varane has announced his retirement from international football after France's failure to retain the World Cup in Qatar.
Varane, who made 93 appearances for France, was part of the side that won the tournament in 2018 but was unable to help Les Bleus defend their crown last year. He also helped Didier Desc...Full Story »