"> ">

LIN FOR THE WIN Man Utd star Victor Lindelof wanted by Inter Milan as they line up transfer replacement for PSG target Milan Skriniar

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

The Italian club are braced for the potential departure of Milan Skriniar - at target for Paris Saint-Germain. Victor Lindelof is being targeted by Inter Milan as a replacement for Skriniar Credit: Getty And that move could have a knock-on effect for Man Utd. Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reports Lindelof is among Inter's top targets. But the Red Devils are not keen to sell to avoid having t...Full Story »

TO THE ENZ Chelsea ‘reopen Enzo Fernandez transfer talks with Blues confident they’ll secure £105m deal for Benfica ace’

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

Blues owner Todd Boehly has splashed out over £500m on 16 new players since last summer. Chelsea have re-opened talks with Benfica over a deal for Enzo Fernandez Credit: Getty Full-back Malo Gusto, 19, became the latest addition to Graham Potter’s squad this weekend after penning a deal that runs until 2030 following a £31m move from Lyon. We reported earlier in the week how B...Full Story »

Brighton reject improved £70m Arsenal transfer bid for Caicedo

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by Goal.com

Arsenal have seen an improved bid of £70 million for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo rejected, GOAL can confirm. Arsenal have now had two bids rejected Caicedo has publicly stated his desire to leave Brighton Chelsea have also had an offer turned down WHAT HAPPENED? The Gunners had an initial £60 million offer for the 21-year-old knocked back on Friday, with Brighton making ...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona tacking Joao Felix

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by Goal.com

Barcelona keeping tabs on Joao Felix (SPORT) Barcelona are tracking Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix - according to SPORT. The two clubs spoke about the 23-year-old's future during the negotiations that saw Memphis Depay join Atletico earlier in the transfer window. Felix extended his contract at Atleti through to 2027 before joining Chelsea on loan, but would be open to a permanent move ...Full Story »

Phil Parkinson gutted after Sheffield United late show spoils Wrexham party

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson was “choked” they had not been able to hold off Championship high-fliers Sheffield United after his side were denied a famous victory by an added-time equaliser.Paul Mullin’s 27th goal of the season four minutes from time had put the National League leaders within sight of the FA Cup fifth round only for John Egan to make it 3-3 deep into seven mi...Full Story »

Wrexham denied famous win by late Sheffield United equaliser in FA Cup thriller

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

National League leaders Wrexham were denied another FA Cup giant-killing as 10-man Championship high-flyers Sheffield United snatched a stoppage-time equaliser in an absorbing 3-3 draw.The famous old Racecourse ground has witnessed its fair share of shocks – with a picture of Mickey Thomas’ famous free-kick goal against Arsenal in the FA Cup in 1992 hanging on the wall of the Turf Ho...Full Story »

I’m a lucky man – Ange Postecoglou not surprised by Aaron Mooy form since break

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou declared himself a “lucky man” after Aaron Mooy inspired a 2-0 victory over Dundee United.Mooy’s cross set up Jota for a 51st-minute opener and he netted from the spot five minutes later following a VAR-assisted penalty for Kieran Freeman’s handball.Postecoglou was recently branded a “lucky man” by Rangers counterpart Michael Be...Full Story »

Aaron Mooy shines for table-topping Celtic in victory at Dundee United

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Aaron Mooy scored one goal and set up another as Celtic beat Dundee United 2-0 to restore their nine-point lead in the cinch Premiership.Jota headed home in the 51st minute after Mark Birighitti misjudged Mooy’s cross.The Australian then benefited from Kieran Freeman’s handball a few minutes later as Celtic were given a VAR-assisted penalty after earlier seeing an award withdrawn.It ...Full Story »

Stevenage boss Steve Evans critical of referee after FA Cup defeat at Stoke

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Steve Evans criticised referee David Webb’s performance as Stevenage’s FA Cup run came to an end with a 3-1 defeat at Stoke.The League Two promotion hopefuls were denied a penalty for handball by Josh Laurent with Stoke holding a slender 2-1 lead, with the Potters awarded a controversial spot-kick of their own soon after following Jonathan Tomkinson’s challenge on Jacob Brown.W...Full Story »

Roberto De Zerbi: If Brighton keep Moses Caicedo we’re ready to fight for Europe

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi insists the club must keep wantaway midfielder Moises Caicedo if they are to maintain their bid for a place in Europe.The sixth-placed Seagulls have two possible routes to the continent after they knocked out holders Liverpool to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup.De Zerbi has already seen attacker Leandro Trossard leave for Arsenal and Brighton have blocked the G...Full Story »

Goalless draw against Hearts underlines Livingston’s progress – David Martindale

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

David Martindale believes Livingston’s goalless cinch Premiership draw against third-place Hearts at the Tony Macaroni Arena underlined the West Lothian club’s progress.The league encounter improved after a scrappy first-half spoiled by the wind but – while Robbie Neilson’s men probably had more opportunities – there was little between the sides and neither could fi...Full Story »

Stoke advance to fifth round of FA Cup with victory over Stevenage

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Stevenage’s FA Cup run came to an end as they were defeated 3-1 by Stoke in an entertaining tie.The in-form League Two side, buoyed on by 3,291 travelling supporters, were eyeing passage to the fifth round of the competition for the first time since 2012.However, their return to the midlands – where they came from behind to upset Unai Emery’s Aston Villa in the previous round &...Full Story »

Brighton & Hove Albion 2 - 1 Liverpool: Kaoru Mitoma’s last-gasp strike sends holders Liverpool out of FA Cup

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Liverpool suffered another horror show on the south coast as Kaoru Mitoma’s stunning stoppage-time goal saw the holders dumped out of the FA Cup 2-1 at Brighton.The Reds, back at the scene of the 3-0 thumping a fortnight ago which Jurgen Klopp described as the worst of his managerial career, looked destined for at least a replay after Lewis Dunk’s lucky strike cancelled out Harvey El...Full Story »

Hearts extend unbeaten run to 10 games after Premiership draw with Livingston

Posted Monday, January 30, 2023 by PA

Hearts extended their unbeaten run to 10 games in all competitions but Livingston proved once again to be a troublesome foe in a cinch Premiership goalless draw at the Tony Macaroni Arena.The match improved after a dull first half spoiled by the wind but, while the third-placed Jambos probably had more opportunities but there was little between the sides and neither could get the breakthrough.Da...Full Story »

7M Daily Laugh - Antony MOTM v Reading

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by 7M Sport

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   Manchester United fans watching Casemiro this season   Antony MOTM v Reading   !‏Milan without Maignan   Watch The Highlights if you Missed These Two Games!   Can The Great Buffon Play till The #PS6 is Released (2027)?   Cristiano Ronaldo celebrating Georgina’s birthday with the family.   Bayern Mun...Full Story »

Fans fear 'The Last Of Us' is coming true after football club shares creepy snaps

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

HBO TV series The Last Of Us has proven popular with fans Fans are fearing the worst after a football club shared pictures of one of their player's boots that are housing an unknown and frankly disturbing new substance. The recent cold snap has wreaked havoc over grassroots football fixtures up and down the country, with one club - Chalford AFC - not getting out on the pitch for six weeks. The...Full Story »

Wrexham OnlyFans star promises discount for FA Cup win and wants stars to 'slide in DMs'

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Wrexham OnlyFans star Alaw Haf can't wait for this weekend's FA Cup tie against Sheffield United OnlyFans star Alaw Haf is giving Wrexham an extra incentive to upset the odds in their FA Cup tie against Sheffield United on Sunday. The Red Dragons, who are now famous around the world thanks to the ownership of actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, have already beaten Championship opposition ...Full Story »

Wanda Nara posts racy bikini snaps from Dubai holiday just days after suffering nip slip

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Wanda Nara has been sharing a series of bikini snaps from her sun-seeking trip to Dubai. The Argentine model, who became one of football's most notorious WAGs as the other half of PSG striker Mauro Icardi, jetted off to the Middle East this week for what appeared to be a relaxing holiday on her own. She kept her 15.7million Instagram followers updated with regular posts - the majority of which...Full Story »

Five clubs Lionel Messi could join next as rumours swirl over his PSG future

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Lionel Messi has rejected PSG's contract extension Lionel Messi's future at PSG has been thrown into jeopardy after he reportedly experienced a "change of mentality". The World Cup hero, 35, was understood to have a verbal agreement with PSG chiefs for another 12-month stint at the Parc des Princes. However, according to Spanish journalist Gerard Romero, Messi has in fact rejected the offer fr...Full Story »

Inter Milan defender pens terms with PSG

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by 101 GREAT GOALS

A key member of the defensive ranks at Italian giants Inter Milan has already committed his future to Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain, it has been revealed. The Nerazzurri star all set for a move to France’s capital? Milan Skriniar. Slovakian international Skriniar, of course, has long been viewed as one of Europe’s standout performers in his position. In turn, it has come...Full Story »

Crystal Palace will raid Man Utd and Chelsea for Wan-Bissaka and Gallagher in summer after giving up on January transfer

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

CRYSTAL PALACE will wait for targets Conor Gallagher and Aaron Wan-Bissaka — even if it means being patient until the summer. The Eagles have been quiet in this window with limited funds. But the club’s plan is to hold on until their ex-loan star Gallagher becomes available from Chelsea and AWB is squeezed out at Manchester United. Midfielder Gallagher, 22, and right-back Wan-Bi...Full Story »

Roma coach Mourinho: Tottenham blocked me signing Kim - he really wanted to come

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Roma coach Jose Mourinho has revealed Tottenham stopped him signing Napoli defender Kim Min-jae. Roma meet Napoli later on Sunday. “I can tell you a story about one of their players. I spoke to him on FaceTime and wanted to buy him at Tottenham, but Tottenham didn't help me," said Mourinho. “The player cost 10m (euros), Tottenham offered 5. A deal could be done for 7-8m, but at ...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Kane to cost Man Utd over £300m

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Goal.com

Zaniolo to reconsider Bournemouth snub Roma attacking midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo is set to reconsider the transfer offer from Premier League Bournemouth after a complete breakdown in his relationship with Jose Mourinho and the club. The 23-year-old reportedly didn't even entertain contract negotiations with Bournemouth, and even if he joins, he will look to leave the club in summer. Kane to ...Full Story »

Arsenal submit massive second bid for Chelsea target as Gunners push for wanted star

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Caughtoffside.com

Arsenal have submitted a second bid to Brighton for their midfield star Moises Caicedo as Mikel Arteta pushes to sign the 21-year-old ahead of Chelsea. The new bid is reportedly a £60m fee plus £10m in add-ons, and according to the Daily Mail, Brighton are set to reject the offer as they hold tight for £80m. This is the Gunners’ second bid for the 21-year-old star this ...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo makes unexpected request to four Man Utd stars in 'goodbye holiday' plan

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by Express.co.uk

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly invited former Manchester United team-mates Harry Maguire, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro and Raphael Varane to Portugal for a goodbye holiday after he was unable to bid farewell to them when he exited the Red Devils last year. Ronaldo had his contract at the club terminated following an explosive interview with Piers Morgan but was in World Cup duty for Portugal when...Full Story »

Tottenham agree deal for Spain international Pedro Porro from Sporting - sources

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by ESPN

Tottenham have reached an agreement to sign Sporting Lisbon wing-back Pedro Porro, sources have told ESPN, with the player ready to sign a contract at the Premier League club until 2028. Porro, 23, played for Sporting in their 2-0 Portuguese League Cup final defeat to FC Porto on Saturday, and was pictured afterwards waving to fans, in an apparent farewell. Spurs increased their bid for the de...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag not complaining about schedule as Man Utd try to end trophy drought

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Erik ten Hag has no complaints about the relentless fixture schedule as the Manchester United manager looks to end his first season at the club with silverware.The Dutchman took over following a wretched 2021-22 season with the Old Trafford giants in the midst of their worst trophyless spell in 40 years.Ten Hag has overseen an impressive upturn, with the club vying for glory in all three cup com...Full Story »

Manchester United’s Brazilian stars see off Reading

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Casemiro scored a magnificent brace before Fred flicked home audaciously as Manchester United’s Brazilian stars sparkled in Saturday evening’s FA Cup win over Reading.Erik ten Hag surprisingly only made one alteration for a seemingly straightforward fourth-round assignment that his side initially made hard work of at Old Trafford.But second half samba magic in the Manchester rain sea...Full Story »

Son Heung-min thrived on responsibility against Preston – Cristian Stellini

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Tottenham assistant coach Cristian Stellini believes Son Heung-min thrived on the extra responsibility he was given in Harry Kane’s absence on Saturday night as his second-half brace powered Spurs to a 3-0 FA Cup win at Preston.Record-chasing Kane was kept in reserve on the bench after suffering with illness in the days since he moved level with Spurs great Jimmy Greaves on 266 goals for t...Full Story »

Kieran McKenna ‘proud’ of Ipswich following FA Cup draw with Burnley

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna said he was “proud” of his players and “proud” of the club following their 0-0 FA Cup fourth-round draw against Championship leaders Burnley.And Burnley manager Vincent Kompany was glad to have come through the game without being defeated and looked forward to the replay at Turf Moor.Town were on the front foot early on and nearly took the lead...Full Story »

Son Heung-min brace fires Tottenham past Preston and into FA Cup fifth round

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Record-chasing Harry Kane was limited to a watching brief as Son Heung-min fired Tottenham into the fifth round of the FA Cup with a 3-0 victory at Preston in a battle of the lilywhites.Kane recovered from a midweek illness to take his place on the bench and was hoping for an opportunity to move clear of Jimmy Greaves’ all-time scoring record for the club, having matched his tally of 266 w...Full Story »

Nathan Jones says cup exit for under-pressure Saints would have caused ‘carnage’

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Nathan Jones dismissed any suggestion there was less pressure on relegation-battling Southampton ahead of their FA Cup clash with Blackpool, saying there would have been “carnage” had they lost to the Championship strugglers.Romain Perraud scored in either half to secure a 2-1 win over Mick McCarthy’s Seasiders and ensure Saints remain in the hat, one victory away from their fo...Full Story »

Nigel Pearson hails potential of Bristol City youngsters Sam Bell and Alex Scott

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Nigel Pearson highlighted the potential of youngsters Sam Bell and Alex Scott after their goals sent ragged West Brom spinning out of the FA Cup.Promoted to the starting line-up in place of £9 million Bournemouth signing Antoine Semenyo, Bell opened the scoring with a sweet right-footed curler after the visitors failed to clear a 12th-minute corner.Scott doubled the lead after 28 minutes, ...Full Story »

Nigel Clough: Mansfield result brilliant but performance could have been better

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough was relieved to see his side end their poor home run with a 4-1 demolition of Doncaster in League Two.But he admitted the score probably flattered his side as they recorded their first win in four matches.The Stags had won only once in their previous seven home games but an early own goal from Tom Anderson and strikes from Alfie Kilgour, Lucas Akins and Will Swan secu...Full Story »

Gavin Gunning left with mixed emotions as Swindon draw with Gillingham

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Caretaker-boss Gavin Gunning was left with mixed emotions after 10-man Swindon fought back from two goals down to draw 3-3 with Gillingham.Charlie Austin scored twice as the Robins grabbed what looked an unlikely point at the County Ground after going into the half-time break 3-1 down.Jonny Williams gave them a first-minute lead before goals from Timothee Dieng, Will Wright and Tom Nichols turne...Full Story »

Scott Lindsey enjoys ‘outstanding’ start to life as Crawley manager

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

New Crawley boss Scott Lindsey felt the break of 26 days without a game worked in his favour after the Reds marked his first match in charge with a 3-2 home win over play-off challenging Salford.First-half goals from Dom Telford and Dion Conroy put Crawley in control and Teddy Jenks’ first for the club on the hour mark made it 3-0 before Salford hit back through Ryan Watson and substitute ...Full Story »

Johnnie Jackson wants more goals from Harry Pell after winner for AFC Wimbledon

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Manager Johnnie Jackson challenged Harry Pell to become a regular goalscorer after his header secured AFC Wimbledon a 1-0 home victory over Stockport.The midfielder was on the receiving end of a Huseyin Biler cross and powered home in the 49th minute to swing a back-and-forth game the hosts’ way.It was just his third goal of the season and Jackson has urged Pell to gamble more often and ge...Full Story »

Northampton boss Jon Brady pleased with ‘professional second-half performance’

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Northampton boss Jon Brady felt his side benefitted from keeping things “simple” as they returned to winning ways.After Barrow shaded the opening 45 minutes, Town took control after the interval, claiming victory with goals after 54 and 85 minutes from Ben Fox and substitute Shaun McWilliams.Third-placed Northampton won the corresponding game 3-1 last May but were denied automatic pr...Full Story »

Darrell Clarke points to Port Vale as ‘better team’ in bore draw with Cheltenham

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Darrell Clarke described Port Vale’s performance in their goalless draw at Cheltenham as “dominant” despite their inability to find a breakthrough.Vale were looking to bounce back from their heartbreaking midweek defeat at Derby, when they led 1-0 until the 87th minute only to concede two late goals.Substitute Rory Holden’s header against the bar in the second half was th...Full Story »

Ipswich hold Championship leaders Burnley in tense FA Cup fourth-round tie

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Sky Bet League One high-flyers Ipswich held Championship leaders Burnley to 0-0 draw in a nail-biting FA Cup fourth-round encounter at Portman Road.Town were on the front foot early on and nearly took the lead when George Hirst just failed to hit the target following a cross from Kayden Jackson and Marcus Harness struck the top of the bar.Tricky footwork by Darko Churlinov led to him cutting the...Full Story »

Derek Adams delighted as Morecambe hammer Bristol Rovers

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Derek Adams was a happy man after seeing his Morecambe side maintain their magnificent home form with a 5-1 victory over Bristol Rovers.Four second-half goals helped the clinical Shrimps to a fourth successive home win and moved them out of the Sky Bet League One relegation spots.Adams said: “It was a fabulous performance and to score five goals against a side like Bristol Rovers, with the...Full Story »

I don’t understand it – Callum Davidson fumes at Nicky Clark red card

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Callum Davidson was left perplexed and frustrated after three key decisions went against his St Johnstone side in their 2-0 defeat by Rangers at Ibrox.Gers skipper James Tavernier scored from the spot in the 15th minute after referee Willie Collum penalised Saints defender James Brown after the ball struck his arm in the box.Perth striker Nicky Clark was shown a straight red card in the 33rd min...Full Story »

Duncan Ferguson ‘hurt’ after Forest Green stunned by Shrewsbury in stoppage time

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Duncan Ferguson admitted Forest Green’s dramatic 2-1 defeat at Shrewsbury “hurt” after he was denied victory in his first game in charge.The 51-year-old took over the League One basement boys from Ian Burchnall this week and was on course for a win until two stoppage-time Shrewsbury goals spoiled the party.Ferguson had his head in his hands after the ending left his side rooted...Full Story »

Neil Etheridge ‘shook up’ as racist abuse allegedly aimed at Birmingham keeper

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Birmingham goalkeeper Neil Etheridge was allegedly targeted by racist abuse from a supporter during his side’s dramatic FA Cup draw at Blackburn.A visibly upset Etheridge was seen speaking to the referee after team-mate Jordan James had equalised in stoppage time for the Blues to secure a 2-2 draw and send the fourth-round tie back to St Andrew’s for a replay.Birmingham boss John Eus...Full Story »

Mark Robins hails Kasey Palmer after helping Coventry sink Huddersfield

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

A relieved Mark Robins praised Kasey Palmer after the ex-Huddersfield loanee scored against his former side as Coventry ran out 2-0 winners at the CBS Arena.The Chelsea academy product spent 18 months on loan in West Yorkshire, netting four goals in 28 league appearances before joining the Sky Blues from Bristol City last summer.Gustavo Hamer was also on the scoresheet for Robins’ side, wh...Full Story »

Tranmere boss Micky Mellon delighted with impact of new signings

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Tranmere manager Micky Mellon was delighted with the contribution of his new signings as Tranmere beat League Two leaders Leyton Orient at Prenton Park.A late own goal from O’s defender Omar Beckles was the difference in a hard-fought encounter with the home side deservedly taking all three points.Tranmere dominated for much of the game and could have taken the lead in the first half with ...Full Story »

Jim Bentley bemoans ‘borderline’ offside decision as Rochdale lose to Carlisle

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Jim Bentley bemoaned relegation-threatened Rochdale’s poor luck following a 1-0 home defeat against Carlisle in League Two.John-Kymani Gordon scored the only goal of a scrappy contest in the eighth minute, latching on to Kristian Dennis’ ball over the top and slotting neatly past goalkeeper Jake Eastwood.The home side thought they had equalised when Dale’s record goalscorer Ian...Full Story »

Gateshead hit back to beat Wealdstone and boost survival bid

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Gateshead gave their National League survival hopes a boost with a late comeback to earn a 2-1 win away at WealdstoneMax Kretzschmar looked to have given the hosts a win to bolster their aspirations of reaching the play-offs, but an equalising goal from Daniel Elliot before an 83rd-minute winner from substitute Adam Campbell turned the game on its head to drag Gateshead to within three points of...Full Story »

Liam Rosenior a huge fan of Hull loanee Aaron Connolly after birthday brace

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Hull manager Liam Rosenior hailed Aaron Connolly as a “natural” in front of goal after he scored twice on his 23rd birthday in the 3-0 victory against QPR.The Tigers had not won at home since early October and were indebted to Connolly, on loan from Brighton until the end of the season, for his contribution against admittedly lifeless opposition.Rosenior said: “I’ve known...Full Story »

He fits – Michael Carrick happy to see Dan Barlaser on brink of signing for Boro

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Michael Carrick has revealed Middlesbrough are on the brink of signing Dan Barlaser from Rotherham – and the head coach cannot wait to begin working with the midfielder.Barlaser was an interested observer as he watched Boro’s 2-0 win over Watford from a seat in the directors’ box at the Riverside.Middlesbrough have agreed a deal with Rotherham that will see Barlaser return to h...Full Story »

Mark Bonner says Cambridge must prepare for ’emotional roller coaster’

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Mark Bonner urged Cambridge fans to strap in for an “emotional roller coaster” as they try to avoid relegation after stopping the rot with a goalless draw at Lincoln.United bounced back from conceding 10 goals in their last two away games to hold on for a point at Sincil Bank after four straight defeats in Sky Bet League One.Cambridge boss Bonner, whose side are 23rd but only in the ...Full Story »

Darren Ferguson relieved after Peterborough survive Portsmouth rally

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Darren Ferguson breathed a huge sigh of relief after his triumphant return to Peterborough continued with a 2-1 home win over Portsmouth.Ferguson toasted a second successive victory thanks to a first-half brace from Jonson Clarke-Harris.The League One leading scorer tapped in an 18th-minute opener and smashed home a penalty just before the break as the hosts took command.Posh were then guilty of...Full Story »

Bullish Burton boss Dino Maamria hails ‘perfect afternoon’ after beating Oxford

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Burton boss Dino Maamria was in bullish mood after seeing his new-look side pick up a well-deserved 2-0 win against Oxford.Albion got a rare moment of luck when debutant Zac Ashworth, one of four new faces to debut for the Brewers, saw a 30-yard volley cannon back off a post before hitting Simon Eastwood in the Oxford goal and bounce in.Fellow debutant Dale Taylor sealed victory with an impudent...Full Story »

Paul Hurst ‘proud and really pleased’ after Grimsby hold Luton

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Grimsby boss Paul Hurst was proud of his team’s efforts as they held Championship outfit Luton to a 2-2 draw in the FA Cup fourth round at Kenilworth Road.The visitors had led at the break through Gavan Holohan’s header, only for Town to hit back and move 2-1 in front with 66 minutes gone thanks to goals from Elijah Adebayo and Jordan Clark.However, Harry Clifton levelled within 60 s...Full Story »

Darren Moore impressed by Sheffield Wednesday’s desire in draw with Fleetwood

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Sheffield Wednesday boss Darren Moore had no complaints following his side’s 1-1 draw at home to fellow League One side Fleetwood in the FA Cup fourth round.Promise Omochere gave Fleetwood the lead early in the second half but Josh Earl’s own goal, under pressure from Mallik Wilks, secured Wednesday a replay.Hillsborough’s last FA Cup tie saw Wednesday stun Newcastle in the thi...Full Story »

Steven Hammell frustrated by penalty call as Motherwell slump to Saints loss

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Motherwell manager Steven Hammell was left baffled over why referee John Beaton was not asked to review a penalty claim for his side during their 1-0 defeat by St Mirren in Paisley.Ricki Lamie was left on the ground after Charles Dunne wrapped his arms around the Motherwell defender’s neck but video assistant Grant Irvine did not believe the incident was worthy of a second look from Beaton...Full Story »

Marco Silva frustrated by missed chances as Fulham draw with Sunderland

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Fulham manager Marco Silva believes his side should have capitalised on their numerous chances after being held by Sunderland in an entertaining 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage in the FA Cup fourth round.Jack Clarke pounced on an Issa Diop mistake to give Sunderland a sixth-minute lead, but their advantage was cancelled out by a Tom Cairney equaliser in the 61st minute.Fulham started the game on the ...Full Story »

Sutton boss Matt Gray ‘really pleased’ with manner of win over Harrogate

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Matt Gray heaped praise on his Sutton side for grinding out a 1-0 victory against a Harrogate team that made four half-time substitutions and changed their system three times.On-loan winger David Ajiboye, who has returned to Sutton following a summer move to Peterborough, grabbed the game’s only goal after eight minutes during a dominant first-half display by the visitors.Ajiboye was also ...Full Story »

Exeter boss Gary Caldwell praises ‘brilliant’ Jevani Brown

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Gary Caldwell showered praise on the “brilliant” Jevani Brown after his double led Exeter to a 2-0 win at MK Dons.Brown netted in each half as the Grecians recorded a first ever victory at Stadium MK, adding a composed 67th-minute finish to his penalty nine minutes before the break.The striker missed a gilt-edged opportunity in City’s defeat at Portsmouth last week and Caldwell...Full Story »

We stuck at it – Matt Bloomfield relishes Colchester character after Pools win

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Delighted Colchester boss Matt Bloomfield praised the character of his side as the U’s moved eight points clear of the Sky Bet League Two relegation zone.They needed a scrambled 88th-minute Alex Newby winner to see off struggling Pools, who thought they had salvaged a late point.And, after recording a fourth successive away win – the first time Colchester have managed that in 25 year...Full Story »

Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack ’embarrassed’ by form after sacking Jim Goodwin

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack admitted he was “embarrassed and humiliated” by the results which led to him sacking Jim Goodwin as manager immediately after Saturday’s 6-0 Premiership loss at Hibernian.The Dons announced the Irishman and assistant Lee Sharp had been relieved of their duties in a statement just 19 minutes after the final whistle at Easter Road.The heavy loss cam...Full Story »

Maidenhead ease relegation concerns with victory at York

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Maidenhead pulled seven points clear of the National League relegation zone after ending their winless run with a 2-1 victory away at York.Goals in each half from Ashley Nathaniel-George and Cole Kpekawa put the visitors comfortably in control at the LNER Stadium before striker Lenell John-Lewis pulled one back to make for a nervous finish.Maidenhead took the lead after 39 minutes when Nathaniel...Full Story »

Charlie Austin brace earns Swindon draw with Gillingham

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Charlie Austin’s brace helped 10-man Swindon fight back from two goals down to earn a 3-3 draw at home against Gillingham.Swindon took the lead after 58 seconds when a cross was half cleared by Gillingham straight to Jonny Williams, who volleyed into the corner of the net.The Gills answered back straight away as Tom Nichols picked out Timothee Dieng with a cross and he diverted it beyond S...Full Story »

Scott Lindsey off to winning start at Crawley with victory over Salford

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Crawley gave new boss Scott Lindsey a fine start with a 3-2 home victory over play-off chasing Salford in his first game in charge.The Reds had been out of action for 26 days following a string of postponements but withstood a late Salford fightback to clinch only their third win in 13 league games.Crawley went into the clash following a torrid last few weeks on and off the pitch and new boss Li...Full Story »

Omar Beckles own goal gives Tranmere victory over leaders Orient

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Tranmere returned to winning ways with a well-deserved 1-0 victory over League Two leaders Leyton Orient at Prenton Park.An own goal from Omar Beckles was enough to give Micky Mellon’s side their first win in four games and inflict a third straight away defeat on the O’s.The home side had much the better of the first half with Kieron Morris, Kane Hemmings and new signing Harvey Saund...Full Story »

Falkirk make most of leaders Dunfermline dropping points at Clyde

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Dunfermline saw their lead at the top of Scottish League One cut to five points by Falkirk after they were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw at struggling Clyde.The Pars’ hopes of clinching a fourth straight win were hit in the fourth minute when Erik Sula bundled the ball goalwards and Martin Rennie supplied the finishing touch.Heading into the game at the foot of the table and on the back ...Full Story »

Duncan Ferguson denied debut win as Shrewsbury stun Forest Green

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Duncan Ferguson was denied a winning start to life as Forest Green boss as a dramatic end saw his side slip to a heart-breaking 2-1 defeat at in-form Shrewsbury.Swansea loanee Jordon Garrick had seemingly started the Everton favourite’s era in Gloucestershire in style with his stunning strike, a second goal in four league appearances for the club.But the League One basement boys had an elu...Full Story »

Northampton brush aside below-par Barrow

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Ben Fox and substitute Shaun McWilliams scored second-half goals as Northampton shrugged off back-to-back League Two defeats to beat Barrow 2-0 at Holker Street.Fox set Jon Brady’s high fliers on the way to a deserved win, tapping in from close range in the 54th minute after Louis Appere flicked on Sam Hoskins’ free-kick for his third goal of the campaign.With five minutes remaining,...Full Story »

Leaders Dumbarton back on track with narrow win over struggling Bonnyrigg Rose

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Leaders Dumbarton returned to winning ways in cinch Scottish League Two as Gregg Wylde’s first-half strike gave them a 1-0 win over bottom club Bonnyrigg Rose.The Sons went into the weekend with a four-point lead but looking to return to form after a surprise defeat to Forfar last time out.Wylde latched onto to a cross from Kalvin Orsi to drill the ball home in the 15th minute and it prove...Full Story »

Play-off hopefuls Southend come unstuck at home to Eastleigh

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Southend were caught cold on their return to action after a spell of freezing weather as Eastleigh claimed a 3-1 Vanarama National League win at Roots Hall.Charlie Carter forced Shrimpers goalkeeper Blondy Nna Noukeu to make one of two critical errors in the 32nd minute, with Alfie Lloyd following up after the ball was spilled back into the danger zone.Carter doubled the lead after play-off chas...Full Story »

Mike Fondop’s impressive strike earns Oldham a point at Aldershot

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Mike Fondop’s stunning second-half strike earned Oldham a point in a 1-1 draw at Aldershot in the National League.Fondop let fly from 30 yards to equalise in the 48th minute after Inih Effiong had put the Shots in front.Effiong’s 28th-minute strike was his 17th goal of the season and swiftly followed his hat-trick in the midweek win at Maidstone.He came close to doubling his tally in...Full Story »

Aaron Jarvis secures big win for Torquay

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Aaron Jarvis struck the winner as Torquay beat fellow National League relegation battlers Maidstone 1-0 at Plainmoor.The Gulls went close to opening the scoring just after the interval when Shaun Donnellan’s header was pushed over by Dan Barden.Jarvis then made the breakthrough in the 79th minute, hitting a shot past Barden having been set up by Tope Fadahunsi.It sees the gap between third...Full Story »

Boreham Wood bounce back from FA Cup exit with victory at Altrincham

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Boreham Wood showed no ill effects from their midweek FA Cup exit as they strolled to a 2-0 win at Altrincham.The visitors’ hopes of securing a famous cup clash with Leeds were shattered by their extra-time exit at Accrington Stanley on Tuesday.But they recovered to deliver a dominant performance at the J Davidson Stadium with Will Evans bundling home their opener after 24 minutes.Femi Ile...Full Story »

Yeovil stun 10-man Dagenham

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Lowly Yeovil sprang a surprise with a 2-0 win over play-off hopefuls Dagenham.The hosts were forced to play with 10 men from the half-hour mark after Harry Phipps was sent off for a foul on Matt Worthington in the box.Jordan Maguire-Drew put the Glovers in front from the resulting penalty but the Daggers continued to press for an equaliser.It almost arrived in the 72nd minute when Junior Morias ...Full Story »

Malky Mackay uses Lionel Messi as inspiration before Ross County’s win

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Malky Mackay says a stroke of inspiration from World Cup winner Lionel Messi helped his side to a 3–0 victory over Kilmarnock in the cinch Premiership.As part of his pre-match team talk, Mackay used Messi and his Argentina teammates as an example of how quickly fortunes can change in football.Argentina were on the wrong end of a World Cup shock against Saudi Arabia last November, but still...Full Story »

Colin Hamilton and Michael McKenna complete Arbroath turnaround

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Struggling Arbroath claimed a much-needed victory after coming from behind to win 2-1 at Morton.George Oakley enjoyed a dream start to his debut for Morton when he scored after just four minutes, heading into the corner of the net from Calvin Miller’s ball in.But second-bottom Arbroath levelled after 63 minutes when Colin Hamilton turned home Sean Adarkwa’s shot at the far post.The v...Full Story »

Alex Newby hits late winner as Colchester pull further clear of danger zone

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Colchester’s fight to beat the drop from Sky Bet League Two took another step forward as they enjoyed a dramatic 2-1 win at relegation rivals Hartlepool.An 88th-minute scrambled winner from Alex Newby earned the U’s a fifth win in eight games, while Pools stay third bottom.The visitors bagged the opening goal on five minutes.A long free-kick was pumped into the area by Arthur Reid an...Full Story »

Sheffield Wednesday hit back to earn a replay at Fleetwood

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Sheffield Wednesday and Fleetwood will face a replay after the League One rivals drew 1-1 at Hillsborough in the FA Cup fourth round.Promise Omochere gave the visitors a lead early in the second period, but Wednesday drew level midway through the half when Josh Earl was credited with an own goal.The home side, who upset Premier League Newcastle in the third round, dominated in the first half wit...Full Story »

Jevani Brown bags double in Exeter’s win at MK Dons

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Jevani Brown scored in each half as Exeter ran out 2-0 winners at struggling MK Dons.Brown broke the deadlock from the spot nine minutes before the break, sending Jamie Cumming the wrong way after former Dons frontman Sam Nombe was brought down by Zak Jules.The striker doubled his tally midway through the second half as he latched on to Archie Collins’ deflected pass to fire home his 12th ...Full Story »

Tom Cairney equaliser earns replay for Fulham in FA Cup clash with Sunderland

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Fulham and Sunderland could not be separated in their FA Cup fourth round clash at Craven Cottage with Tom Cairney’s equaliser securing a 1-1 draw for the hosts.Sunderland took the lead in the sixth minute when Jack Clarke capitalised on a defensive error to fire his side in front.The early blow seemed to spark Fulham into life although they had to be patient, with a number of chances scup...Full Story »

Jordan James scores late leveller to earn Birmingham a replay with Blackburn

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Jordan James struck in stoppage time as Birmingham snatched a dramatic 2-2 draw at Blackburn in the FA Cup fourth round.Rovers looked to be heading through to the fifth round for the first time since 2017 after recovering from conceding Reda Khadra’s early opener thanks to Bradley Dack’s close-range finish and a precise Joe Rankin-Costello strike.But 18-year-old James, who had been o...Full Story »

Five-star Morecambe beat Bristol Rovers

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Morecambe scored four second-half goals to secure a convincing 5-1 victory over Bristol Rovers at the Mazuma Stadium.Derek Adams’ side recorded their fourth successive home win with a clinical performance against Joey Barton’s charges.The Shrimps took the lead on 20 minutes when debutant Dan Crowley fired a long-range shot past Ellery Balcombe.Michael Mellon hit the post before Aaron...Full Story »

Harry Pell earns AFC Wimbledon victory over Stockport

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Harry Pell’s bullet header handed AFC Wimbledon their first League Two victory of the year with a 1-0 win over Stockport at the Cherry Red Records Stadium.The Dons leapfrog their opponents up to 10th in the league after a stop-start game that saw seven players booked.Myles Hippolyte had an excellent chance to put Stockport ahead from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute after Nik Tzanev tri...Full Story »

James Tavernier penalty sets Rangers on way to win over 10-man St Johnstone

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Rangers eased past 10-man St Johnstone with a 2-0 victory in a controversial cinch Premiership encounter at Ibrox.On the day that Todd Cantwell made his Rangers debut, skipper James Tavernier smashed home a penalty in the 15th minute before referee Willie Collum took centre stage.He showed a straight red card to Saints striker Nicky Clark in the 33rd minute for a foul on Gers midfielder Ryan Jac...Full Story »

Romain Perraud fires Saints to victory as Mick McCarthy beaten on Blackpool bow|

Posted Sunday, January 29, 2023 by PA

Romain Perraud scored twice to seal Southampton’s place in the FA Cup fifth round with a 2-1 win over Mick McCarthy’s Blackpool at St Mary’s.The Seasiders, languishing in the bottom two of the Championship, held their own in the first half against their Premier League opposition in what was new boss McCarthy’s first match in charge.But they were behind at the break after ...Full Story »

« Previous12...349350351352353354355...388389Next »