Manchester City have signed Argentina international Maximo Perrone from Velez Sarsfield on a contract until 2028, the Premier League club said on Monday. The 20-year-old midfielder scored three times and provided two assists after making his debut with the Buenos Aires-based team in March. Perrone is currently playing in the Under-20 South American championship and at City will join compatri...Full Story »

The former Barca star had reportedly tried to get back with the singer a month after their breakup. Pique tried to get back together with the singer, it has been claimed Credit: AFP Pique is said to have regretted splitting up with Shakira Credit: AFP The Colombian pop star refused to take him back, sources claim Credit: Getty As the Colombian pop star refused to take him back he started his...Full Story »

Manchester United(opens in new tab) have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Dusan Vlahovic from Juventus(opens in new tab). The Serbia striker only joined Juve from Fiorentina this time last year, but the Italian giants have just been slapped with a 15-point deduction after investigation into their past transfer business – and that looks likely to cost them Champions League foot...Full Story »

Barcelona are in talks to sign Flamengo fullback Wesley. Globo Esporte says the Blaugrana are hoping to take the 19-year-old to Camp Nou this month. Reports in Brazil claim that the two clubs are already in talks over a deal for the teenager, who has made four appearances for the Flamengo first team and has starred for Brazil's under-20 side. Any potential transfer would see Barça pay ...Full Story »

Real Madrid attacker Marco Asensio is in contact with Barcelona. Off contract in June, Asensio's priority is to stay in Madrid. However, if he must leave, then Barca is a realistic option, says Sport. Asensio changed his long time agent, Horacio Gaggioli, earlier this season to sign with Jorge Mendes. The Portuguese has a good relationship with many clubs, including Barca. Barca and Mendes ...Full Story »

Everton have sacked manager Frank Lampard after a run of nine defeats in 12 games that has left the club in the Premier League relegation zone, the club announced on Monday. Sources told ESPN that Everton are close to appointing a replacement with Premier League experience. The club are considering former Wolves boss Nuno Espírito Santo, now coaching Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia; former Le...Full Story »

Inter defender Milan Skriniar's agent has confirmed he will not sign a new contract with the Nerazzurri and is in talks with other clubs. WHAT HAPPENED? Skriniar's future is the subject of speculation with Paris Saint-Germain keen on bringing the defender to the Parc des Princes in a €20 million deal. The centre-back's agent, Roberto Sistici, has offered an update on his future and conf...Full Story »

Man Utd join Chelsea in Gusto race Manchester United have joined Chelsea in the race to sign Lyon defender Malo Gusto, according to RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins. The defender has already reached an agreement with the Blues, but Man Utd have told the youngster not to rush and are hoping to beat their Premier League rivals to his signature. Everton have already held Bielsa talks Ever...Full Story »

Antonio Conte expressed his desire to help Harry Kane win trophies at Tottenham after his record-equalling strike earned a vital 1-0 win at Fulham.Kane grabbed the only goal of a dull affair in west London with a trademark finish on the stroke of half-time when he turned away from Tim Ream and curled into the bottom corner.It was Kane’s 266th goal for the club and moved him level with Jimm...Full Story »

Jim Goodwin insisted he was the man to turn Aberdeen’s fortunes around as he apologised for the “humiliating” 1-0 Scottish Cup exit to junior side Darvel at Recreation Park.The West of Scotland League Premier Division champions triumphed against the odds thanks to a deflected strike by Jordan Kirkpatrick after 19 minutes of a pulsating fourth-round tie in Ayrshire.Darvel, ...Full Story »

Harry Kane’s record-equalling first-half strike earned Tottenham in a 1-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage.The England captain’s 266th goal for Spurs moved him level with Jimmy Greaves as the club’s all-time joint highest scorerGreaves’ tally had stood alone since 1970.Record equalled 💙 pic.twitter.com/yZ4o0bBaie— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January ...Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today. City fans debating 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 supporting United against Arsenal because it'll be better for their title chances ERLING HAALAND HAT TRICK Arsenal v Man Utd City Ten Hag : Give me energy Hypocrisy.. Super Game!!Arsenal 3-2 Man Utd BORUSSIA DORTMUND ARE BACK IN ACTION IN STYLE! WHAT A GAME! Manchester City Fans Today ...Full Story »

PSG star Lionel Messi has been left out of PSG's squad as the French giants play sixth division Pays de Cassel in the French cup last 16. WHAT HAPPENED? Manager Christophe Galtier has handed his star man a rest as the 35-year-old works his way back to fitness following a short break after the World Cup. The Argentine forward played an hour in PSG's friendly against Riyahd All-Stars last week, a...Full Story »

  Nottingham Forest are chasing PSG goalkeeper Keylor Navas. Keen to add an experienced keeper this month, Forest boss Steve Cooper has settled on Costa Rican great Keylor. Mundo Deportivo says PSG are seeking €5m to sell the former Real Madrid keeper. Leicester and Bournemouth are also interested. Cooper wants Keylor after losing on-loan Manchester United goalkeeper De...Full Story »

The signing of Mykhaylo Mudryk has numbered the days of Chelsea’s Hakim Ziyech and there are many clubs interested in signing the Moroccan winger. The 29-year-old has been on the West London club’s transfer list for some time now but with the Blues signing a hoard of players recently, the Premier League club now need to sell some players to cooperate with financial fair play in th...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to open his Al-Nassr account when he made his Saudi Pro League in their 1-0 victory against Al-Ettifaq on Sunday. WHAT HAPPENED? Ronaldo played the full 90 minutes of his first game in Riyadh and was a lively presence throughout the game. Al-Nassr took the lead just after the half-hour mark when Brazilian forward Anderson Talisca opened the scoring. Ronaldo burst int...Full Story »

Dani Ceballos has declared he wants to stay with Real Madrid. The midfielder featured in victory at Athletic Bilbao. With his contract running down, Ceballos said: "There's no bigger club than Madrid. I've got four months left on my contract, but I'm going to give everything to show that I want to stay here." Of the win at San Mames, he also said: "I had a great second half against Villarre...Full Story »

A fresh insight into the future of Everton head coach Frank Lampard has been forthcoming late on Sunday evening. The subject of ex-Chelsea standout Lampard’s position on the bench at Goodison Park, of course, has come back to the fore in a major way over the course of the last 24 hours. This comes after Everton were condemned to yet another alarming defeat. Owing to a double on the pa...Full Story »

ARSENAL fan Romeo Beckham trolled dad David after the Gunners' last-gasp win over Manchester United. The Brentford B starlet, who David has been supporting at every opportunity, took in Sunday's thriller with his old man in the expensive seats at the Emirates. Proud Arsenal fan Romeo trolled his old man after the Gunners' last-gasp win Dad David would've been celebrating in the 17th minute wh...Full Story »

GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ stunned on the red carpet at the Joy Awards in Saudi Arabia. The Spaniard is adjusting to life in her new home after boyfriend Cristiano Ronaldo signed for Al-Nassr. Georgina Rodriguez stunned on the red carpet at the Joy Awards Georgina revealed her love for Saudi Arabia and has already adopted parts of their culture. That was reflected in her outfit for the event, as she...Full Story »

SOON-TO-BE Arsenal player Jakub Kiwior and a woman thought to be his twerking champion fiancee have been spotted in the directors' box for Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester United. Arsenal are on the verge of signing Polish defender Kiwior from Spezia for £17.5million. Kiwior and a woman thought to be his fiancee were spotted in the directors box at Arsenal The 22-year-old is...Full Story »

Ziyech in talks to join Roma (The Sun) Hakim Ziyech has opened talks with Roma about a potential move to the Serie A side. The Sun reports Jose Mourinho wants to bring the Morocco star to the Italian capital, especially with Nicolo Zaniolo asking to depart. However, a switch to Barcelona has also been touted as a possibility for Ziyech. Marseille to move for Ilic Marseille are plotting a m...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal’s first half of the Premier League season as “extraordinary” following their last-gasp victory over Manchester United which moved them five points clear at the summit.The Gunners ran out 3-2 winners following Eddie Nketiah’s late effort but, despite their lead at the top of the table, Arteta insists closest challengers Manchester City remain th...Full Story »

Eddie Nketiah flicked home a late winner as Arsenal beat Manchester United in a five-goal thriller to keep their Premier League title tilt in full swing.The striker has been in fine form since replacing the injured Gabriel Jesus and has now scored seven goals in as many games, including Sunday’s last-gasp effort which secured a 3-2 win over their old rivals at the Emirates Stadium.Marcus R...Full Story »

Robbie Neilson backed Lawrence Shankland to kick on and score even more after he became the first Hearts player to hit 20 goals in a season for 31 years.The Jambos skipper notched his side’s second goal in their 3-0 Scottish Cup fourth-round win over Hibernian.And manager Neilson revealed that Jambos record goal-scorer John Robertson, the last man to score 20 in a season for the Tynecastle...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola proclaimed Erling Haaland as undroppable after the prolific Norwegian plundered yet another hat-trick to fire Manchester City to a 3-0 win over Wolves.Haaland netted his fourth treble of the campaign – taking his tally for the season to a remarkable 31 in 26 games in all competitions – as the champions responded strongly to their manager’s midweek complaints.Guard...Full Story »

Leeds boss Jesse Marsch defended his decision to keep club record signing Georginio Rutter on the bench in his side’s 0-0 home draw against Brentford.Rutter, signed last week for £36million from Hoffenheim, was an unused substitute in Sunday’s frustrating Premier League stalemate.A disjointed match was crying out for Rutter to make himself an instant Elland Road hero, but Marsc...Full Story »

Erling Haaland hit his fourth hat-trick of the season as champions Manchester City maintained their Premier League title hopes with a comfortable 3-0 win over Wolves.The prolific Norwegian’s treble took his goal tally for the season to 31 in all competitions and carried City to successive league victories for the first time since the World Cup.After a scrappy opening, Haaland headed City i...Full Story »

Leeds’ winless Premier League run was extended to six matches as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Brentford at Elland Road.The point lifted Leeds above West Ham into 15th place, but they sit just one point above the relegation zone, while Brentford extended their club record unbeaten league run to eight matches.It was a frustrating afternoon for Jesse Marsch’s side, who were in dire n...Full Story »

Lawrence Shankland hit his 20th goal of the season – before being sent off in stoppage time – as rampant Hearts moved into the fifth round of the Scottish Cup with their second 3-0 win over Edinburgh rivals Hibernian this month.Three weeks after romping to victory over the Hibees in the league at Tynecastle, Robbie Neilson’s side did so again across the city at Easter Road thro...Full Story »

Tony Mowbray was thinking about what his family would say after leading Sunderland to an impressive 2-0 victory over his hometown club Middlesbrough.The Teesside-born Black Cats boss, a former Boro captain and manager, was proud after watching his young team close the gap to Michael Carrick’s sixth-placed side to one point in the Championship.Top scorer Ross Stewart put Sunderland in front...Full Story »

Tony Mowbray’s young Sunderland side climbed back in touch with the Championship play-off places by winning the Wear-Tees derby clash with Middlesbrough 2-0 at the Stadium of Light.The Black Cats had plenty of good chances in the first half to take the lead but it was Ross Stewart’s 11th of the season six minutes after the break that did the damage.All Middlesbrough, who were looking...Full Story »

Hamilton manager John Rankin insists he needs the same commitment and leadership shown by Brian Easton from everyone in his side if they are to avoid relegation from the Scottish Championship.The 34-year-old defender had been bedridden with illness all week but took a spot on the bench against Ross County – and even had to play the last half-hour plus extra time as the Championship struggl...Full Story »

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West Ham United have set their sights on Manchester United’s Scott McTominay as a long-term replacement for Declan Rice. Rice is expected to leave the club this summer with Chelsea, United and Arsenal all in the race for his signature. The England international has been invaluable to the Irons in recent years and is the current club captain, meaning he will leave behind big boots to fi...Full Story »

Arsenal are in talks to sign Ivan Fresneda from Real Valladolid, GOAL can confirm, and the Valladolid player was benched on Saturday. The Gunners have been linked with the right-back for some time and Fabrizio Romano claims they have already started negotiations with his agent, who GOAL understands was at the club's training ground last week and also has held talks with other teams in England...Full Story »

England star Jude Bellingham is a man in demand Jude Bellingham is expected to reject a new deal on the table at Borussia Dortmund - and spark a massive battle for his signature. The Premier League elite and their major rivals on the continent are watching developments this week in Germany closely as Dortmund open fresh talks on the England star’s future. The Bundesliga outfit still wan...Full Story »

The agent of new Arsenal signing Leandro Trossard has, late on Saturday, provided an insight into the process which culminated in his client making the move to the red half of London, rather than the Lilywhite. The name of versatile attacker Trossard, of course, took its place front and centre in the headlines over the course of the last couple of weeks. This came upon confirmation arriving ...Full Story »

PSG coach Christophe Galtier admits talks are underway with Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar. The Slovak is off contract at the end of the season. Galtier said, “I saw the information that was in the papers, but I can't say if he will come in this session or over the summer," said the coach. “I can't tell you that. "The directors are working on it and I have to remain concen...Full Story »

SPORTS legends and celebrity icons including Cristiano Ronaldo, Tyson Fury and Molly-Mae Hague have been dragged into a legal battle involving one of their favourite Italian restaurants. They are among high-profile names that appear in court papers lodged at the High Court by dining hotspot Cibo in a bid to stop a rival trading under its name. Cibo is a regular haunt for sports stars and celeb...Full Story »

Former Miss Croatia Ivana Knoll has gone from stealing the show at the World Cup to setting the internet alight with a topless snap on a Maldives beach. The model, who is often seen at sporting events or posing with celebrities like Drake, has built up a huge following on social media, with 3.6million followers keeping an eye on her updates. Her latest post, in which she covers her chest with ...Full Story »

JARROD BOWEN celebrated his pair of goals by paying tribute to his pregnant girlfriend Dani Dyer. The West Ham forward and Love Island star, both 26, confirmed yesterday they are expecting twins later this year. The couple are expecting twins later this yearCredit: Instagram Dani then revealed her bare bump for the first time on social media this morning. Then hours later her man got on the ...Full Story »

Arsenal, Chelsea, Man Utd & PSG in frame to sign Vlahovic Dusan Vlahovic is looking to orchestrate a move away from Juventus. According to 90min, the striker wants to leave amid their exit from the Champions League and 15-point deduction in Serie A. His agent has reached out to Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich to offer the 22-year-old's services. ...Full Story »

West Ham captain Declan Rice is reportedly open to joining London rivals Chelsea if he departs the Irons this summer. The 24-year-old has become one of the most sought-after midfielders in recent years and is rumoured to be preparing for a summer exit from the London Stadium. The likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal are all expected to be in the race for Rice's signature at the en...Full Story »

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has warned Arsenal off Eduardo Camavinga. The Gunners were said to be keen on loaning Camavinga this January but it is an option that Real Madrid do not even remotely contemplate. His great performance in the Copa del Rey match against Villarreal gave a reminder to those who began to doubt him. The Italian spoke about the youngster in a press conference, co...Full Story »

Josh Harris and David Blitzer have emerged in the running to invest in Manchester United, which could see the Glazer family remain at the club. The American duo are considering joining Sir Jim Ratcliffe in the takeover frame, potentially opening the door for a nightmare scenario for United fans. Ratcliffe and his business INEOS, the world's fourth-largest chemical company, came forward as the f...Full Story »

Eddie Howe insists he is not overly concerned about Newcastle’s overall attacking ability despite his side playing out a goalless draw with Crystal Palace for the second time this season.It was the third time since September the teams had no goals to show between them, with Newcastle needing penalties to decide their Carabao Cup clash in November.The point at Selhurst Park still ensured Ho...Full Story »

Michael Beale described the McDiarmid Park pitch as a “cow field” after a rare Borna Barisic goal gave Rangers a narrow 1-0 Scottish Cup win over St Johnstone.The Gers boss was unimpressed by the Hampden Park surface last Sunday for the 2-1 Viaplay Cup semi-final win over Aberdeen, which came before the midweek cinch Premiership victory on Kilmarnock’s artificial surface.After ...Full Story »

St Mirren manager Stephen Robinson paid tribute to goalkeeper Trevor Carson and goalkeeping coach Jamie Langfield for helping his team reach the fifth round of the Scottish Cup.Carson made some big saves to keep out Dundee during the 120 minutes and then kept out three of their efforts during the subsequent shout-out that finished 3-0 to Saints.And Robinson revealed Langfield had been instrument...Full Story »

Newcastle moved up to third in the table after a goalless draw at Crystal Palace extended their unbeaten run to 15 Premier League matches.The visitors dominated possession throughout the contest, which saw the visitors squander 15 corners, while the hosts were dealt a blow when Wilfried Zaha was forced off with injury in the second half.Magpies goalkeeper Nick Pope, who kept his ninth straight c...Full Story »

Jon Dahl Tomasson described the dismissal of Blackburn captain Daniel Ayala as “harsh” after seeing his side earn a first Sky Bet Championship draw of the season in their 28th game.The centre-back earned a second yellow card for holding back Bristol City’s Nahki Wells in the 74th minute, having already been booked for a first-half foul.Rovers had taken a 54th-minute lead when B...Full Story »

Luton boss Rob Edwards says back-to-back wins at Wigan have proved to be “a really good response” to last weekend’s defeat against Sky Bet Championship form team West Brom.Goals from Harry Cornick and Elijah Adebayo gave Luton a 2-0 victory at the DW Stadium, four days after a 2-1 win on the same ground sent them into round four of the FA Cup.For Edwards, it has gone some ways ...Full Story »

Mark Jackson was delighted to see his MK Dons team move out of the Sky Bet League One relegation zone, as they won 2-1 at bottom club Forest Green.Striker Mo Eisa scored twice to give boss Jackson his second win since his appointment at Christmas and lift them to 19th in the table.Jackson said: “It was a tough day but it was an important victory and a great three points. We’ve got to...Full Story »

Hamilton manager John Rankin hopes his side can build some momentum after they dumped Premiership Ross County of the Scottish Cup after a 5-3 penalty shootout win.The New Douglas Park side, who are currently four point adrift at the bottom of the Championship table, have now won three games in a row in three different competitions for the first time since 2008.In a game that was dominated by mis...Full Story »

Paul Warne hailed Derby’s 2-1 victory over Sky Bet League One play-off rivals Bolton as a good marker in their hopes of a top-six finish.Nathan Mendez-Laing and Conor Hourihane were on target for the Rams, with both registering their sixth goals of the campaign.Substitute Kieron Sadlier replied in stoppage time but it was too late for the visitors, who suffered a first defeat in nine outin...Full Story »

Stevenage manager Steve Evans was delighted to see his team put on a show in front of a bumper crowd as they swept past league leaders Leyton Orient to close the gap at the top to two points.A record league attendance of 6,989 at the Lamex Stadium witnessed the hosts fly out of the traps by scoring twice in the first 11 minutes.Stevenage could go above Orient should they win at Swindon on Tuesda...Full Story »

QPR boss Neil Critchley backed Jamal Lowe to make an impact for the club after the forward scored on his full debut in a 1-1 draw at home to Swansea.Lowe, a recent loan signing from Bournemouth, opened the scoring after 27 minutes at Loftus Road.But he missed chances to double Rangers’ lead before Jay Fulton netted a late equaliser for the Swans.Critchley said: “I thought he was exce...Full Story »

Hamilton won the battle of the bottom sides as they reached the fifth round of the Scottish Cup with a 5-3 penalty shoot-out victory over Ross County.The two sides could not be separated after extra-time at New Douglas Park which meant that penalties were required and it was the Championship strugglers who progressed.It was a contest that showed plenty of signs of a game being played between two...Full Story »

Frank Lampard was left clinging on to his job as Everton manager following a damaging 2-0 defeat at fellow strugglers West Ham.The Toffees’ under-fire owner – majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri – and chairman Bill Kenwright were in attendance as two goals from Jarrod Bowen kept the Toffees rooted in the relegation zone.On another miserable afternoon for the blue half of Mersey...Full Story »

Unai Emery was full of praise for the shift Ollie Watkins put in after he scored the only goal of the game at Southampton – but the Aston Villa boss insisted it was not just down to him alone to get on the scoresheet.Watkins is the only senior striker in the Villa squad, but his 77th-minute header proved enough for the visitors to move up to 11th in the Premier League, just one point behin...Full Story »

Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper toasted a special moment for Sam Surridge after the substitute claimed his first Premier League goal to snatch a 1-1 draw at former club Bournemouth.Forest looked set to slip to defeat at the Vitality Stadium following Jaidon Anthony’s opener before Cherries academy graduate Surridge poked home a milestone strike seven minutes from time.The forward, who ...Full Story »

Watford manager Slaven Bilic bemoaned his side’s lack of incisiveness in a 1-1 draw with Rotherham at Vicarage Road which damaged their automatic promotion hopes.Joao Ferreira’s 53rd-minute equaliser cancelled out Shane Ferguson’s close-range opener for Rotherham, but the Hornets are now 13 points adrift of second-placed Sheffield United and a further five behind leaders Burnle...Full Story »

University of Stirling head coach Chris Geddes admitted he was incredibly proud of his players despite losing 3-0 to Dundee United at Tannadice.The Lowland League side took plenty of plaudits in the Scottish Cup tie but the Tangerines’ quality ultimately shone through with goals by Aziz Behich, Jamie McGrath and Glenn Middleton.However, Geddes insisted his team of students could still hold...Full Story »

Plymouth boss Steven Schumacher was delighted with his League One table-topping side’s 4-2 home win over Cheltenham.Argyle led 2-0 thanks to goals from Dan Scarr and Ryan Hardie, while Cheltenham responded through Taylor Perry before half-time.Callum Wright made it 3-1 before Alfie May again reduced the gap and Sam Cosgrove made it 4-2 and 13 home league wins for the leaders.Schumacher sai...Full Story »

John Mousinho hailed stand-in captain Marlon Pack after starting his Portsmouth reign with a 2-0 win at home to Exeter.Second-half goals from Pack and Wales midfielder Joe Morrell were enough to earn Pompey their first home victory since September.Head coach Mousinho, taking charge for the first time since replacing Danny Cowley, said: “That was a pretty intense 90 to 95 minutes.“Exe...Full Story »

Birmingham head coach John Eustace urged supporters to stick by his team after three fans invaded the pitch during their 2-1 defeat to Preston at St Andrew’s.The 77th-minute incursion briefly halted the game after Ryan Ledson and Alan Browne had given Preston a clear advantage before substitute Lukas Jutkiewicz’s late consolation.There was also a banner unfurled in front of the direc...Full Story »

New Portsmouth boss John Mousinho got his tenure off to a winning start with a 2-0 victory against Exeter.Second-half goals from Marlon Pack and Wales midfielder Joe Morrell secured Pompey’s first home triumph since September.Amid fan protests against Portsmouth owner Michael Eisner, it was Exeter who came closest to scoring in the first half.Luton loanee Matt Macey, making his Pompey debu...Full Story »

Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes admitted it was a disjointed display from his side as Jordan Jones’ last-minute volley eventually gave them a 1-0 victory over fourth-tier Dumbarton in the Scottish Cup fourth round.The Rugby Park side missed a number of chances against the spirited League Two leaders before substitute Jones grabbed the winner in stoppage time with a sweetly struck strike.M...Full Story »

St Mirren booked their place in the fifth round of the Scottish Cup after coming out on top in a penalty shoot-out with Dundee.The teams couldn’t be separated after a poor 120 minutes of few meaningful chances.But it was the Premiership side who prevailed from the spot, with Greg Kiltie hitting the winning penalty to send his team through with Trevor Carson saving all three Dundee efforts....Full Story »

Steven Hammell praised his under-pressure Motherwell side for ensuring they did not fall victim to a Scottish Cup upset away to Arbroath on Saturday.The Fir Park side are just three points off the bottom of the cinch Premiership after failing to win any of their last eight league games, so many predicted they may struggle against their Championship hosts at Gayfield.However, two goals from Frenc...Full Story »

Interim manager Dean Whitehead admitted Cardiff City need reinforcements quickly as their winless run stretched to 11 games with a 1-0 home defeat by promotion hopefuls Millwall.Cardiff are just three points above the bottom two having played two games more than Huddersfield Town and still without a permanent boss after sacking Mark Hudson last week.Fans protested against owner Vincent Tan befor...Full Story »

Alex Neil praised Dwight Gayle after he ended his 50-game goal drought in Stoke’s 4-0 rout of Reading.The 33-year-old forward notched his first goal since December 2020 as he capped an impressive Potters’ display in the Sky Bet Championship clash.An early Will Smallbone effort opened the scoring with Tyrese Campbell and Jacob Brown tightening Stoke’s grip on the tie.And a first...Full Story »

Gillingham boss Neil Harris praised his side’s ‘clinical’ display after they won 2-0 at fellow strugglers Colchester United.Both goals came just before half-time, as the Gills claimed back-to-back League Two wins for the first time this season.They took a 37th-minute lead through David Tutonda, who headed home at the far post after Ollie Hawkins had flicked on Alex MacDonald&rs...Full Story »

Barnsley boss Michael Duff praised the performance of his forwards as his side convincingly beat Accrington 3-1 at Oakwell.James Norwood, Jack Aitchison and Jordan Williams got on the scoresheet within the opening 19 minutes, with Stanley’s Tommy Leigh converting from the penalty spot late on.Duff said: “You can’t ask for much more than to be 3-0 up after 19 minutes.“I&rs...Full Story »

Livingston manager David Martindale saluted his players as they turned around their Scottish Cup tie at Stenhousemuir in the second half to book their place in the fifth-round draw.And Martindale insists he was not worried about a Scottish Cup shock as he was convinced his players would come back from League Two outfit Stenhousemuir taking a shock first-half lead.Stenhousemuir were on course for...Full Story »

Boss Roberto De Zerbi hit out at referee Thomas Bramall after Brighton were denied a penalty at Leicester.Evan Ferguson’s late leveller earned the Seagulls a deserved point in their 2-2 Premier League draw at the King Power Stadium.The Foxes rallied after Kaoru Mitoma’s brilliant opener as Marc Albrighton and Harvey Barnes put them 2-1 up.But De Zerbi felt the visitors should have ha...Full Story »

Sheffield Wednesday manager Darren Moore admitted his side were made to work for their 1-0 victory over Fleetwood at Hillsborough.A first-half goal from Marvin Johnson was enough to give Wednesday the points with Fleetwood having frustrated the home side for large parts of the game.Moore, who saw Lee Gregory miss a stoppage-time penalty, said: “The game was messy and I have to give credit ...Full Story »

Both managers questioned whether the Oxford’s 2-1 victory over Ipswich should have been played to the finish as fog thickened in the second half to the point where visibility was poor.Cameron Brannagan emerged from the gloom to fire home from 25 yards in the 83rd minute to give the U’s revenge for their 3-0 defeat at Portman Road on Boxing Day.The result was a blow to Ipswich’s...Full Story »

A first-half goal from Marvin Johnson was enough to give Sheffield Wednesday a 1-0 victory over Fleetwood at Hillsborough.The Owls went ahead after 17 minutes when Josh Windass’ low ball was finished calmly into the roof of the net by Johnson.Lee Gregory had a chance to double the lead from another Windass cross but the striker’s effort went wide before Dominic Iorfa saw his low driv...Full Story »

Welshman Tom Bradshaw increased Cardiff City’s relegation fears and kept Millwall in the Championship play-off mix with the only goal of the game in south Wales.Cardiff fans staged a protest before kick-off calling for owner Vincent Tan to sell the club and they have now gone 11 games without a win in all competitions.Caretaker manager Dean Whitehead could not halt the Bluebirds’ sli...Full Story »