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Manchester United not dreaming of Premier League title – Erik ten Hag after derby win

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by fourfourtwo.com

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has insisted he is not thinking about the Premier League title following his side's derby win over Manchester City on Saturday. United came from behind to beat City 2-1 at Old Trafford and are up to third in the Premier League following a remarkable run of results under the Dutch coach. Ten Hag's side have won 16 out of their 19 games since the 6-3 defe...Full Story »

Shakhtar Donetsk announce Mudryk 'close' to joining Chelsea

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by Tribalfootball.com

Chelsea are "close" to signing forward Mykhaylo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk, the Ukrainian club says. Chelsea have agreed a fee of €70m (£62m) plus add-ons for the 22-year-old, who was a January target for Premier League rivals Arsenal. A Chelsea delegation met with Shakhtar officials, who say talks went well. Mudryk has scored seven goals and made seven assists in 12 league app...Full Story »

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal want Raphinha after Mudryk snub

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by Goal.com

Gagliardini won't sign new Inter contract Inter Milan midfielder Roberto Gagliardini has no interest in renewing his contract, according to Football Italia. Gagliardini has only featured eight times for his club in the Serie A and reportedly has an eye on a move away. Liverpool could make move for Neves Liverpool may turn to Wolves captain Ruben Neves in order to ease their midfield woes, ...Full Story »

Kilmarnock denied clear penalty in Viaplay Cup defeat to Celtic – Derek McInnes

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Derek McInnes claims Kilmarnock were denied a clear penalty before they lost a late second goal in the 2-0 Viaplay Cup semi-final defeat to Celtic at Hampden Park.The holders were leading by an early Daizen Maeda opener as the match entered six added minutes when a clumsy challenge by Hoops substitute Giorgos Giakoumakis on Killie defender Joe Wright inside the box was ignored by referee Wi...Full Story »

I expect an apology – Bournemouth boss Gary O’Neil rages at penalty decision

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Gary O’Neil branded the penalty given to Brentford in Bournemouth’s 2-0 defeat “scandalous”.Ivan Toney was pulled to the floor by Marcos Senesi shortly before half-time, giving referee Jarred Gillett what looked a simple penalty decision.However, Cherries boss O’Neil insisted VAR should have spotted Toney actually held on to the defender’s arm until they reach...Full Story »

Ivan Toney sets Brentford on way to routine win over beleaguered Bournemouth

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Ivan Toney and Mathias Jensen fired Brentford up to eighth in the Premier League as Bournemouth’s collapse continued.Toney’s first-half penalty and Jensen’s late strike earned a 2-0 win and inflicted a sixth straight defeat since the World Cup on the freefalling Cherries, all since Gary O’Neil was made their permanent manager.It was a third consecutive Premier League win ...Full Story »

Daizen Maeda and Giorgos Giakoumakis on target as Celtic reach Viaplay Cup final

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Goals from Daizen Maeda and Giorgos Giakoumakis took Celtic into the Viaplay Cup final with a 2-0 victory over valiant Kilmarnock at Hampden Park.Japan international Maeda knew little about it when the ball bounced off his chest a few yards from goal in the 18th minute following an Aaron Mooy free-kick.The holders had two goals chalked off by VAR for offside after the break which kept Derek McIn...Full Story »

Mark Robins rues costly loss of concentration as Coventry go down to Burnley

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Manager Mark Robins felt his battling Coventry team lost to a blatant piece of gamesmanship as leaders Burnley secured a 1-0 victory at Turf Moor.The Sky Blues had been the better team in the first half and defended well as the Clarets stepped up the pace, aided by Vincent Kompany’s substitutions, after the break.But the game hinged on an incident in the 81st minute which Robins claims dis...Full Story »

Frank Lampard denies Everton have forgotten how to win after Southampton defeat

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Under-pressure Everton manager Frank Lampard denies his side have forgotten how to win but admits the damaging 2-1 defeat to fellow strugglers Southampton could have been avoided.His side got themselves in front courtesy of Amadou Onana’s first goal for the club since joining in the summer with a header from a corner shortly before half-time.However, James Ward-Prowse equalised two minutes...Full Story »

Gav Gunning feels Swindon players showed they are a level above League Two

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Swindon caretaker manager Gav Gunning believes that Charlie Austin and many of his squad showed that they are a level above League Two  as the Robins put Grimsby to the sword in a 5-0 win at the County Ground.Austin made a dream second debut for Swindon when opening the scoring midway through the first half but it was after the break that the floodgates really opened.Marcel Lavinier doubled...Full Story »

Steve Evans bemoans Stevenage mistakes after draw at Harrogate

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Steve Evans blamed sloppy finishing and one defensive lapse as his Stevenage team surrendered the chance of victory at Harrogate.The promotion-chasing visitors took a second-half lead courtesy of captain Carl Piergianni’s sixth goal of the season from defence.But Alex Pattison was allowed to burst unchallenged from midfield for the hosts to deliver the left-wing cross that Luke Armstrong h...Full Story »

We were too passive: Paul Ince unimpressed as Reading pegged back by QPR

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Reading manager Paul Ince blamed his players for being too “passive” after half-time as they threw away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with Championship play-off rivals QPR.Two goals from on-loan Newcastle Jeff Hendrick gave dominant Reading a comfortable interval advantage.However, a revitalised QPR deservedly snatched a share of the points in the second half with a brace of goals from Tyle...Full Story »

Carlos Corberan praises West Brom character after blasting back to beat Luton

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

West Bromwich Albion head coach Carlos Corberan praised his side’s never-say-die attitude after they hit back from two down to win 3-2 at Luton.Having trailed to early goals from Carlton Morris and Elijah Adebayo, the Baggies pulled one back just before the break, with Daryl Dike on target.Quickfire goals midway through the second period from Jayson Molumby and Conor Townsend meant the Bag...Full Story »

Jurgen Klopp admits Liverpool display in loss to Brighton ‘a really low point’

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Jurgen Klopp said he “can’t remember a worse game” in his career as he apologised and took full responsibility for Liverpool’s thumping 3-0 Premier League defeat to Brighton.The Reds were outclassed at the Amex Stadium and suffered an emphatic loss following Solly March’s double and a late volley from substitute Danny Welbeck.Klopp’s stunned visitors had no re...Full Story »

Darren Moore pleased as Sheffield Wednesday follow up FA Cup heroics with win

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Darren Moore was delighted his Sheffield Wednesday side put their FA Cup giant-killing behind them to beat Wycombe 1-0 at Adams Park.The League One title-chasers are four points clear of third-place Ipswich thanks to Will Vaulks’ first-half wonder strike.The Owls extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to 19 with their seventh clean sheet in nine league games.And after Wednesday st...Full Story »

Karl Robinson hails Oxford matchwinner Ciaron Brown

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Karl Robinson hailed Oxford’s matchwinner Ciaron Brown after his challenging week ended with a last-gasp goal in their 2-1 win at Fleetwood.Brown, who has allegations of spot-fixing for his booking in their FA Cup defeat to Arsenal, poked in a 90th-minute winner as Oxford came from behind to win.And Robinson was delighted for his defender, who popped up as stoppage-time loomed to break Fle...Full Story »

Jamie Cumming ‘quality’ kept MK Dons alive in Lincoln stalemate

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

MK Dons goalkeeper Jamie Cumming received praise from both managers as he helped his side secure a goalless draw with Lincoln.With only three shots on targets between the two teams, it was a quiet afternoon for the Imps stopper Carl Rushworth, while Chelsea loanee Cumming was on hand to pull off two strong saves to ensure a much-needed point for the Dons.Mark Jackson’s side remain in 22nd ...Full Story »

Steven Hammell accepts the dismay of Motherwell’s fans after draw

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Motherwell manager Steven Hammell says he can understand the frustration of the fans after his team went eight matches without a win following their 1-1 draw with Ross County.Boos rang out of Fir Park as the Steelmen threw away a lead and had to settle for a point with the Staggies.Motherwell broke the deadlock with 20 minutes remaining with Stuart McKinstry firing in a low drive from the edge o...Full Story »

Nigel Clough felt Mansfield contributed to own downfall again in Crewe draw

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Mansfield boss Nigel Clough said his side once again helped the opposition after a loose pass by Hiram Boateng invited visiting Crewe to earn a 1-1 draw.George Maris put Mansfield ahead just before the break, but a rocket finish by Kelvin Mellor levelled matters early in the second half and Maris was then controversially red-carded for bringing down Elliott Nevitt nine minutes from time.“A...Full Story »

Neil Wood vows Salford will ‘keep pushing’ in automatic promotion hunt

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Manager Neil Wood praised his “hungry” Salford side as their League Two promotion bid was boosted by a 2-0 victory over Sutton.A first half Conor McAleny double fired the Ammies to a second successive victory as they rose to fifth in the table.The in-form Salford striker opened the scoring early on with a precise low finish as the hosts assumed control.McAleny added a second after a ...Full Story »

Ian Evatt hails goalscorer Kieran Lee as Bolton ease past Portsmouth

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Ian Evatt praised “silent assassin” Kieran Lee after Bolton beat Portsmouth 3-0 to secure their second win over the south coast club in five days.Buoyed by a 1-0 quarter-final victory in the Papa Johns Trophy, Wanderers kept up their play-off in Sky Bet League One push boosted by Lee’s second-half goal and man of the match display.“He is a delight to watch and the players...Full Story »

Neil Harris insists things are looking up after Gillingham beat Hartlepool

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Gillingham boss Neil Harris believes the only way is up for his side after they secured a first league win since October with a 2-0 victory over Hartlepool.In the battle of the Football League’s bottom two clubs, Gillingham ran out comfortable winners thanks to goals from debutant Tom Nichols and Dom Jefferies.Harris’ side, boosted by four January arrivals since their American takeov...Full Story »

Mark Hughes rues red card as Bradford held by AFC Wimbledon

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Bradford boss Mark Hughes admitted his 10-man side were disappointed to grab just one point after a disappointing 0-0 draw away at AFC Wimbledon.The Bantams have now just two wins in their last seven league games.The visitors were reduced to 10 men after 60 minutes when Jamie Walker was sent off for a second bookable offence after a pair of late challenges.Hughes said: “We can’t be t...Full Story »

Michael Duff critical of Barnsley’s finishing following defeat at Charlton

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Barnsley manager Michael Duff was critical of his side’s finishing after they suffered a 2-0 League One defeat at Charlton.The Tykes had taken 19 points from a possible 21 but have now suffered back-to-back league losses.Charlton were fortunate to be leading at the interval, winger Tyreece Campbell scoring his first senior goal as he fired a low effort past Bradley Collins at his near post...Full Story »

Nigel Pearson admits result was all that mattered after win over Birmingham

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Nigel Pearson reflected on Bristol City’s first home win since October and admitted the result was all that mattered.But the manager was even more delighted that he could look back on a scintillating performance that tore Birmingham to shreds, particularly down the flanks.First-half strikes from Antoine Semenyo and Nahki Wells put the Blues on the back foot before Mark Sykes netted his fir...Full Story »

David Wagner wants Norwich win to be springboard for strong end to season

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

David Wagner wants Norwich’s 4-0 humbling of Preston to provide a springboard for a strong finish to the Championship campaign.The German was installed after Dean Smith lost his job following a Boxing Day defeat at Luton and in his first league match at the helm, oversaw a display packed with industry and invention.Teemu Pukki scored twice, either side of a double for Kieran Dowell, starti...Full Story »

Paul Simpson loving life at Carlisle after beating Newport

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Paul Simpson is loving life at Carlisle as his side moved to within touching distance of the automatic promotion places in Sky Bet League Two after a 2-0 win over Newport.Kristian Dennis scored for a third game running to take his impressive tally for the season to 15 in all competitions.The Cumbrians’ star striker then provided the assist for Crystal Palace loanee John-Kymani Gordon as he...Full Story »

Max Bird wonder strike in Derby victory hailed as goal of the season contender

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Max Bird’s stunning strike has a strong claim for goal of the season, according to Derby first-team coach Matt Hamshaw.The Rams’ skipper smashed an unstoppable shot into the top corner from more than 30 yards to help his side recover from a goal down to win 3-2 at Cheltenham and continue their sparkling run of form.“Wow, what a goal,” Hamshaw said. “I’ve just ...Full Story »

Cardiff sack manager Mark Hudson following draw with bottom club Wigan

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Cardiff have sacked manager Mark Hudson following a 1-1 draw at home against Sky Bet Championship bottom club Wigan which left them just above the relegation zone.The Bluebirds took the lead in the 82nd minute through Callum O’Dowda and looked set for a crucial three points only to concede an equaliser in the sixth minute of added time when Latics striker Will Keane poked home.Hudson was v...Full Story »

Pete Wild delighted with Barrow display in draw at leaders Leyton Orient

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Pete Wild was delighted with the draw that saw his Barrow side earn a well-deserved point in a 0-0 draw at Sky Bet League Two leaders Leyton Orient.Orient were able to record an eighth consecutive clean sheet at home but, at the opposite end of the pitch, they have managed just a single goal in their last five games.They did have two second-half penalty shouts turned down and drew three good sav...Full Story »

We were really poor – Gary Caldwell unhappy with slow-starting Exeter after draw

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Exeter manager Gary Caldwell could not hide his frustration at the first hour of his side’s performance after City were held to a 1-1 draw at home by League One’s bottom club Forest Green.The Grecians were really poor in that time and fell behind when Rovers forward Jordon Garrick, making his debut on loan from Swansea, ghosted in at the far post to tuck in Jamie Robson’s cross...Full Story »

Let’s not pretend we’re not – Rodgers accepts Leicester are in relegation battle

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers says he cannot pretend his side are not in a relegation battle after they were beaten 2-0 at Nottingham Forest.The Foxes went down to two second-half goals from Brennan Johnson as they lost for a fourth Premier League game in a row following the resumption of the season.They are just two points above the drop zone in a congested bottom six and Rodgers knows they ha...Full Story »

That’s a sore one – Liam Fox licks wounds after Hibs hold Dundee United to draw

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Liam Fox admitted Dundee United’s 2-2 draw at Hibernian “felt like a defeat” after they were denied victory by Kevin Nisbet’s stoppage-time equaliser.The Tannadice side looked on course to climb out of the bottom two of the cinch Premiership as they led through first-half goals from Glenn Middleton and Ian Harkes.But Nisbet pounced with virtually the last kick to score hi...Full Story »

Michael Carrick hails Marcus Forss efforts since change of role

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Michael Carrick praised match-winner Marcus Forss for adapting to an unfamiliar role to help Middlesbrough continue their charge up the Championship.Forss grabbed his fifth goal for Boro since moving from Brentford in the summer to seal a 1-0 win over rivals for a playoff place Millwall at the Riverside.The 23-year-old created space for himself by brushing Murray Wallace off the ball before firi...Full Story »

Steve Cotterill delighted as Shrewsbury get ‘deserved’ win at Burton

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Shrewsbury boss Steve Cotterill felt his side got what they deserved after ending their three-game losing streak in the league with a clinical 4-0 win over struggling Burton.Former Burton loan striker Christian Saydee netted a first-half brace, including the opener after just nineteen seconds to set the Shrews on the road to victory.Any hopes of a Burton comeback after the break were ended when ...Full Story »

Joey Barton questions referee’s decisions as Bristol Rovers lose at Accrington

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Joey Barton was unhappy with the decision-making of referee Tom Neild after arguing that Accrington’s first goal should not have stood in the 2-0 win over his Bristol Rovers side.A ball into the box hit the hand of Harvey Rodgers, and Tommy Leigh pounced on the loose ball before turning and firing into the net to open the scoring for Accrington after 51 minutes.Defender Ryan Astley then vo...Full Story »

Mark Fotheringham hails his Huddersfield battlers after derby draw at Hull

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Manager Mark Fotheringham was keen to underscore Huddersfield’s collective spirit in “adversity” following their dramatic 1-1 draw at Hull.Town remain in the bottom three but they deserved to win a tight Yorkshire derby in which Oscar Estupinan equalised for the hosts with the last kick of the game.Fotheringham said: “The team invested so much energy in the game and the p...Full Story »

David Moyes urges West Ham fans to ‘give back’ as success gives way to struggle

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

David Moyes called on West Ham fans to “give back” to the club after they slumped into the Premier League relegation zone following defeat at Wolves.The Hammers are only off the foot of the table by virtue of goal difference after Daniel Podence hit the only goal of the game to give fellow strugglers Wolves a 1-0 win at Molineux.After a game of little quality and few chances, West Ha...Full Story »

Callum Davidson says St Johnstone let down fans in Livingston defeat

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

St Johnstone manager Callum Davidson admits his side have not been good enough recently as they suffered a fifth consecutive defeat by losing 4-2 against Livingston at McDiarmid Park.Stephen Kelly’s first-half double and James Penrice’s strike before half-time handed the visitors a comfortable three-goal cushion.After being booed off at the break, Davidson turned to his bench for som...Full Story »

Dave Challinor has eyes on play-offs after Stockport sink Northampton

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Manager Dave Challinor emphasised the importance of Stockport’s 2-0 victory over Northampton in their League Two play-off push, stressing the need to “get points on the board as quickly as possible”.The Hatters edged a tight clash at Edgeley Park, with Antoni Sarcevic scoring from close range in the first half and Jack Sowerby being credited with an own goal in the second.The w...Full Story »

Mark Hudson calls on Cardiff players to ‘stand up’ to threat of relegation

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Cardiff manager Mark Hudson has called for his players to “stand up” to the threat of relegation after their agonising 1-1 draw with Wigan.The Bluebirds conceded an equaliser in the sixth minute of added time when Latics striker Will Keane poked home from close range.Hudson’s side had taken the lead in the 82nd minute thanks to a volley from Irish winger Callum O’Dowda an...Full Story »

Michael Flynn praises Danny Johnson after draw at Tranmere

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Walsall manager Michael Flynn was full of praise for Danny Johnson after the striker netted his 15th goal of the season in a 1-1 draw with Tranmere.The point means that the Saddlers are now seven games unbeaten on the road in all competitions as they look to maintain their assault on the play-off places.Danny Johnson pounced to give the visitors the lead in the 72nd minute but three minutes late...Full Story »

Slaven Bilic points out Tobi Adeyemo as spark in Watford win over Blackpool

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Slaven Bilic hailed teenager Tobi Adeyemo for scoring the goal that helped Watford beat Blackpool 2-0 and move the Hornets up to third in the Sky Bet Championship table.Ismaila Sarr was the Hornets’ star performer and made sure of victory with an 87th-minute penalty.But it was 17-year-old Adeyemo who will be remembered most fondly by the Vicarage Road faithful for coming off the bench to o...Full Story »

Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher happy to leave Ipswich with a point

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Plymouth manager Steven Schumacher said his team “kept going” and got what they deserved in a top-of-the-table 1-1 draw with Ipswich.Meanwhile, his opposite number Kieran McKenna said he was “disappointed’ with the result but could not have any complaints about it.Bali Mumba rescued the point for Plymouth in the third minute of time added on and kept them seven points cle...Full Story »

Stevenage settle for share of spoils against Harrogate

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Stevenage extended their unbeaten Sky Bet League Two run to 10 games but had to settle for a share of the spoils in a 1-1 draw against Harrogate.Carl Piergianni’s sixth goal of the campaign had given the visitors a second-half lead at a windswept Wetherby Road, but Luke Armstrong took his season’s tally into double figures to secure a point.The best chance of the first half had earli...Full Story »

Teemu Pukki and Kieran Dowell braces guide Norwich to big win at Preston

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

David Wagner’s Norwich reign exploded into life with an authoritative 4-0 victory over shell-shocked Preston at Deepdale.The former Huddersfield manager was appointed Norwich boss only eight days ago but the German’s fingerprints were unmistakably plastered across an away performance bursting with energy and enterprise.Kieran Dowell, restored to the starting XI for the first time sin...Full Story »

Conor Townsend completes West Brom comeback in thrilling win at Luton

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

West Bromwich Albion further showcased their promotion credentials as they hit back from two down to win 3-2 at Luton.Carlton Morris and Elijah Adebayo had the hots in control early but Daryl Dike and Jayson Molumby squared things up before Conor Townsend’s winner.The visitors made a bright start in front of a sold-out Kenilworth Road, Jed Wallace’s effort taking a deflection on its ...Full Story »

Livingston up to fourth after seeing off St Johnstone

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Livingston sealed successive wins and climbed to fourth in the cinch Premiership as they held off a spirited second-half fightback from St Johnstone to secure a 4-2 victory.Stephen Kelly’s first-half double and a goal in either half from James Penrice was enough to secure all three points in a six-goal thriller at McDiarmid Park.The home side were booed off the pitch at half-time but fough...Full Story »

Charlie Austin scores on second Swindon debut in thumping win over Grimsby

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Charlie Austin scored on his second debut for Swindon as the Robins climbed back into the play-off places  with a thumping 5-0 win over 10-man Grimsby at the County Ground.The game had been held up for 10 minutes early in the first half after referee Sam Purkiss was hit in the face by an attempted clearance from Swindon captain Angus MacDonald.Players rushed to the assistance of the officia...Full Story »

Struggling Hamilton beat Greenock Morton to claim only third league win of season

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Scottish Championship basement boys Hamilton got only their third league win of the season as Andy Winter’s penalty was the difference in a 1-0 victory over Greenock Morton.Winter stuck his spot-kick into the bottom right-hand corner after Daniel O’Reilly was fouled in the box with 17 minutes gone.Winter had a great chance to double the lead just after the hour mark as he ran through...Full Story »

Jordan Beyer leaves it late as leaders Burnley beat Coventry

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Jordan Beyer’s first goal for Burnley gave the Championship leaders a 1-0 victory over Coventry which extended their winning league run to seven matches.The German defender headed home Johann Berg Gudmundsson’s corner with eight minutes left, just when it seemed the Sky Blues – who had been the better side in the first half – would weather a growing Burnley storm.With the...Full Story »

Late Ciaron Brown strike earns Oxford victory at Fleetwood

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Ciaron Brown hit a late winner as Oxford came from behind to beat Fleetwood 2-1.Kyle Joseph had scored their equaliser seconds after coming on, cancelling out Brendan Wiredu’s strike at the end of the first half.And Brown forced in a second goal at the death to give his side an unlikely win.Fleetwood had dominated the first half but looked like turning around on level terms after goalkeepe...Full Story »

Oscar Estupinan leaves it late to pinch a point for Hull against Huddersfield

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Hull striker Oscar Estupinan scored with the last kick of the game to deny Huddersfield three big points in their 1-1 draw at the MKM Stadium.The visitors remain in the bottom three of the Sky Bet Championship but they impressively belied their lowly position in a rather stale Yorkshire derby, in which Michal Helik opened the scoring after 21 minutes.A well-worked corner, expertly converted by t...Full Story »

Will Vaulks rocket boost Sheffield Wednesday promotion bid

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Will Vaulks’ wonder strike gave title-chasing Sheffield Wednesday a hard-fought 1-0 win over Wycombe at Adams Park.The Owls moved within three points of League One leaders Plymouth courtesy of the former Cardiff midfielder’s 13th-minute rocket.Wednesday are now 18 games unbeaten in all competitions, but there is concern for Reece James and George Byers who were both stretchered off.M...Full Story »

Kristian Dennis stars as Carlisle beat Newport

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Kristian Dennis scored one and created another as Carlisle eased to a 2-0 home victory against Newport in Sky Bet League Two.The Cumbrians’ top scorer netted for a third game in a row as he took his impressive tally for the season to 15 goals in all competitions on the stroke of half-time.He also provided the assist for Crystal Palace loanee John-Kymani Gordon to wrap up the points on debu...Full Story »

Skuse me while I praise this guy – Matt Bloomfield hails ‘unsung hero’ Cole

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Colchester boss Matt Bloomfield was delighted for “unsung hero” Cole Skuse to take the plaudits after the midfielder scored the winner in a 2-1 victory at Rochdale.The visitors had edged ahead through Junior Tchamadeu’s ripping shot in the 22nd minute following good work by John Akinde in holding up a free-kick delivery into the area.Dale levelled via Devante Rodney in the 36th...Full Story »

Queen’s Park held by Inverness

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Scottish Championship leaders Queen’s Park were held to a goalless draw away to Inverness.With 17 minutes gone, Queen’s keeper Calum Ferrie had to stretch to keep out Billy McKay’s header.Jack Davidson then went close for the visitors but was denied by Thistle keeper Mark Ridgers.Midway through the second half Caley’s Danny Devine got in a crucial block to stop Simon Murr...Full Story »

Mark Sykes nets first Bristol City goals in victory over Birmingham

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Mark Sykes scored his first two goals for Bristol City in a 4-2 Championship win over Birmingham at Ashton Gate.The hosts took a 17th-minute lead when Cameron Pring broke down the left and saw his driven cross guided in by Antoine Semenyo.It was 2-0 four minutes later, Nahki Wells outmuscling new Blues defender Kevin Long before bursting clear down the middle and shooting past John Ruddy.Birming...Full Story »

Swansea take advantage of early Luke O’Nien red card to beat spirited Sunderland

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Swansea made their numerical advantage count as they beat 10-man Sunderland 3-1 at the Stadium of Light.Luke O’Nien’s early dismissal meant the Black Cats had to play more than 70 minutes with a player less, and while they kept their opponents out until the interval, they were blown away as Swansea scored three goals in the second half.Joel Piroe opened the scoring in the 50th minute...Full Story »

Bali Mumba’s late goal boosts Plymouth as they hold Ipswich to a draw

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Bali Mumba rescued a point for top-of-the table Plymouth in the third minute of time added on and kept them seven points clear of third-placed Ipswich following a 1-1 draw.Wes Burns struck with an angled volley for Ipswich and both sides hit the woodwork in a pulsating encounter in front of a sold-out 29,069 crowd.A low shot by Niall Ennis was kept out by Ipswich goalkeeper Christian Walton and ...Full Story »

Brighton march above Liverpool in table with stunning home victory

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Solly March scored twice as Brighton set aside the absence of wantaway star Leandro Trossard to inflict another setback on Liverpool’s stuttering season with a superb 3-0 win. Substitute Danny Welbeck wrapped up Albion’s victory after March’s quick-fire double early in the second period put them on course for a resounding success. Jurgen Klopp’s stunned visitors had n...Full Story »

Tranmere hit back to secure draw after Walsall reduced to 10 men

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Tranmere and Walsall shared the spoils after a hard-fought 1-1 draw at Prenton Park.The home side had the better of things in the first half with Kieron Morris and Tom Davies coming closest to breaking the deadlock.It was a similar story after the break as Rovers continued to have the majority of the ball though were unable to convert their dominance into goalscoring opportunities.But, somewhat ...Full Story »

Hibernian hotshot Kevin Nisbet rescues point from draw with Dundee United

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

In-form Hibernian striker Kevin Nisbet scored a stoppage-time equaliser to secure a 2-2 cinch Premiership draw with Dundee United at Easter Road on Saturday.Hibs looked on course for a 10th defeat in 13 matches thanks to first-half goals from United pair Glenn Middleton and Ian Harkes.But Nisbet, who had also scored before the break, made it seven goals in six games since returning from a 10-mon...Full Story »

Will Keane rescues late point for Wigan to deny Cardiff much-needed win

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

An equaliser deep into stoppage-time by striker Will Keane rescued a point for Wigan in a 1-1 draw with Cardiff.The Bluebirds looked set for a vital victory after Irish wing Callum O’Dowda scored with a side-footed volley from a Jaden Philogene cross in the 82nd minute.But, with the Cardiff City Stadium crowd getting ready to roar their approval of a first win in nine matches, Keane scramb...Full Story »

Louis Dennis at the double as Bromley thrash Yeovil

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Bromley got their Vanarama National League play-off push back on track with a 4-1 home victory against in-form Yeovil.The Glovers had been unbeaten in seven league games before heading to Hayes Lane but Bromley returned to winning ways after Tuesday’s 2-1 defeat at Wrexham.The Ravens opened the scoring in the ninth minute, with Louis Dennis’ strike taking a big deflection before loop...Full Story »

Scunthorpe’s struggles on and off the pitch continue with Woking defeat

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

National League crisis club Scunthorpe suffered again as they lost 2-0 at home to Woking.The Iron are rooted to the foot of the fifth tier, up for sale and this week were served with a winding up petition.Their fortunes got no better in this clash, Woking going ahead five minutes in through Rhys Browne.His 14th of the season came as he got in behind the Iron defence, though the visitors had to w...Full Story »

Jayden Bogle bags brace as Sheffield United keep pressure on with Stoke win

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Jayden Bogle scored a brace as Sheffield United kept the pressure on Championship leaders Burnley with a 3-1 victory over Stoke.Iliman Ndiaye opened the scoring and Bogle doubled the hosts’ lead, while Nick Powell’s goal at the end of the first half reduced the arrears before Bogle’s second at the death secured the points.Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom made five changes to his ...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon share spoils with 10-man Bradford

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

AFC Wimbledon continued their unbeaten League Two home run as they secured a 0-0 draw against 10-man Bradford.The Dons have won three and drawn three of their last six games at the Cherry Red Records stadium.Johnnie Jackson’s side started on the front foot in a scrappy opening and posted the only clear-cut chance of the first half after 31 minutes when Ethan Chislett teed up George Marsh, ...Full Story »

MK Dons and Lincoln share points from frustrating stalemate

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

MK Dons and Lincoln battled to a goalless bore draw at Stadium MK in a game of few chances.The relegation-threatened Dons had over 70 per cent of possession but failed to break down the resolute visitors.But it was a precious Sky Bet League One point for new boss Mark Jackson, who is yet to lose at home.For Mark Kennedy’s Imps, it was a fifth game without a win as they settled for a point ...Full Story »

Everton woes worsen as directors miss Southampton defeat due to safety threat

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Everton’s board of directors were ordered to stay away from Goodison Park due to perceived security risks but what they missed was their relegation-threatened team plunging into further trouble after a 2-1 defeat to bottom side Southampton.In an unprecedented move the executives did not attend after offensive messages – including death threats to chairman Bill Kenwright – were ...Full Story »

Conor McAleny bags brace as Salford sink Sutton to climb into fifth

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

A Conor McAleny double boosted Salford’s promotion bid as they defeated Sutton 2-0.The in-form forward netted twice in the first half as the hosts clinched a second successive home victory and rose to fifth in League Two.After a fast start, McAleny opened the scoring inside nine minutes when he finished a precise effort low into the far corner.The visiting U’s, unbeaten in four match...Full Story »

Stunning Max Bird goal helps in-form Derby claim comeback win over Cheltenham

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Max Bird’s stunning strike helped Derby come from behind to continue their fine run with a 3-2 win at Cheltenham.The home side took a shock lead inside two minutes when Liam Sercombe won a 50-50 challenge and crossed for Caleb Taylor to nod in the first goal of his career on his 20th birthday.It was the first goal Derby had conceded in 463 minutes, but they responded quickly.Eiran Cashin f...Full Story »

Struggling Accrington secure much-needed win over Bristol Rovers

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Tommy Leigh and Ryan Astley scored the Accrington goals which moved them out of the bottom four with a 2-0 win over promotion-chasing Bristol Rovers.Stanley had not won in four league games and Rovers had won their last two, but John Coleman’s men upset the form book with a much-needed win – their first league victory at home since October.Stanley almost opened the scoring after 10 m...Full Story »

Tom James sent off late on as leaders Leyton Orient held at home by Barrow

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Sky Bet League Two leaders Leyton Orient were held to a 0-0 draw by play-off hopefuls Barrow at Brisbane Road and finished with 10 men after Tom James was dismissed in added time.The visitors proved positively doughty opponents and deserved their point. They had the ball in the net after 17 minutes only for Billy Waters to be ruled offside.Barrow goalkeeper Paul Farman was then forced into two-f...Full Story »

Charlton victory dents Barnsley’s League One promotion hopes

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Tyreece Campbell and Jesurun Rak-Sakyi were on target as Charlton dented Barnsley’s League One promotion hopes with a 2-0 victory.Teenager winger Campbell raced on to Jack Payne’s pass and drilled the ball past goalkeeper Bradley Collins at the near post in the 19th minute – his first goal in senior football.Barnsley hit the crossbar twice in the first half as they came close t...Full Story »

Morgyn Neill nets last-gasp equaliser to rescue point for Cove against Raith

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Morgyn Neill’s stoppage-time equaliser secured Cove a 2-2 draw against Raith in their cinch Championship match at Balmoral Stadium.Lewis Vaughan put Raith ahead in the 29th minute with a chipped finish.The home side were soon level when Leighton McIntosh scored from the penalty spot following a handball by Ryan Nolan.Dylan Easton, though, had the visitors in front again just before half-ti...Full Story »

Stockport boost play-off push with win over high-flying Northampton

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Stockport continued their march towards the League Two play-off places with an impressive 2-0 home win over Northampton.A tight first half was edged by County with Antoni Sarcevic scoring from close range in the 33rd minute after expert midfield play and a backheel assist from Myles Hippolyte.The visitors tried hard to get on the scoresheet themselves, registering six shots but none were able to...Full Story »

Manchester City fume as Manchester United come from behind to take derby spoils

Posted Sunday, January 15, 2023 by PA

Manchester City were left fuming at Manchester United’s controversial equaliser after letting slip a lead to lose 2-1 at Old Trafford and let their neighbours into the title race.Arguments raged after Bruno Fernandes cancelled out Jack Grealish’s opener in the 78th minute of a dramatic derby on Saturday and rows continued into the tunnel after Marcus Rashford compounded City’s ...Full Story »

‘The biggest fight I have ever been in’ – Rotherham boss Matt Taylor

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by PA

Rotherham manager Matt Taylor believes his team are up for the fight against relegation after they smashed Blackburn 4-0.A change in formation and debuts for the club’s two new signings, Sean Morrison and Leo Hjelde, paid off for Taylor as the Millers gained their first victory since mid-November and ended an eight-game winless streak.It took the Millers just 31 seconds to go in front afte...Full Story »

Marcus Rashford scores derby winner as Manchester United hit back to beat City

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by PA

Manchester United struck twice in the space of four minutes late on to snatch a dramatic and controversial 2-1 derby win over Manchester City on Saturday. Jack Grealish looked to have headed City to a crucial victory in their pursuit of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League when he came off the bench to head home on the hour at Old Trafford. But United responded to claim a hotly-contested...Full Story »

Rotherham end winless run in style against Blackburn

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by PA

Rotherham ended an eight-game winless streak with a stunning 4-0 victory against high-flying Blackburn.The home side got off to a dream start with a goal inside the opening minute from Hakeem Odoffin, then three second-half efforts from Ollie Rathbone, Shane Ferguson and Conor Washington ensured the points for Matt Taylor’s side and their first win since mid-November.It was a timely boost ...Full Story »

Rachel Daly nets winner as Aston Villa come from behind to beat Tottenham

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by PA

Two goals within four first-half minutes lifted Aston Villa to a 2-1 Women’s Super League victory over Tottenham at Poundland Bescot Stadium.Jordan Nobbs made her first start for Carla Ward’s side after joining from Arsenal last week, while Bethany England made her Spurs debut following her January move from Chelsea.Starting 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣3️&#...Full Story »

New boss Scott Lindsey denied Crawley debut after Doncaster postponement

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by PA

Crawley’s Sky Bet League Two clash with Doncaster has been called off due to a waterlogged pitch at Broadfield Stadium.The match was set to be the first in charge for new Crawley boss Scott Lindsey, who joined the club from Swindon earlier this week.Crawley said in a statement: “A referee came to inspect the pitch at 8:30 this morning and deemed the pitch to be unplayable.”Full Story »

OnlyFans star with 75N 'biggest boobs in Austria' rejected from football sponsorship

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by Dailystar.co.uk

Jessy Bunny may have been crowned as having the 'biggest boobs in Austria' but that does not mean her 75N breasts will always help her fulfill her lofty ambitions Jessy Bunny was awarded the title of 'biggest boobs in Austria' (Image: INSTAGRAM@Jessy.Bunny.Official) OnlyFans model Jessy Bunny, whose 75N breasts were crowned "the biggest boobs in Austria", has seen her offer to sponsor Nurember...Full Story »

CAN'T CATCH A BEEK Man Utd injury blow with Donny Van de Beek out for SEASON after horror knee injury vs Bournemouth

Posted Saturday, January 14, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk

The Dutch midfielder looked in distress as he hobbled off in the 47th minute of United’s 3-0 win on January 3rd following a challenge by Marcos Senesi. Donny van de Beek gives the thumbs up from his hospital bed He picked up the injury after a tackle from Marcos Senesi Credit: Getty Now his worst fears have been realised as Red Devils boss Erik Ten Hag revealed at his press conference a...Full Story »

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