Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson branded speculation he could be replaced by ex-Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper as “disrespectful” after his side snapped an eight-match winless streak with a 3-1 home victory over Brentford.Influential duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, who have both sat out lengthy spells in the first half of the season, started alongside each other for just the ...Full Story »

Michael Olise scored in each half as Crystal Palace ended their eight-game winless streak with a 3-1 comeback victory over Brentford at a soggy Selhurst Park.Under-pressure Roy Hodgson’s hosts bounced back from a sorry start to an afternoon that began with Keane Lewis-Potter’s opener for the Bees inside two minutes.Olise ensured it was all square before the 15-minute mark and Eberech...Full Story »

Oldham climbed to eighth in the National League table thanks to a 2-0 victory over Hartlepool.They went ahead inside two minutes as Josh Stones met a diagonal ball with a sweet half-volley into the bottom corner.The Latics, who have now won five of their last seven league games, pushed for another and James Norwood twice went close early in the second half.Substitute Anthony Mancini was lively f...Full Story »

Bromley beat Ebbsfleet 5-1 to complete a quickfire double and maintain the pressure on Vanarama National League leaders Chesterfield.Struggling Ebbsfleet, beaten 3-2 at home by Bromley on Boxing Day, took a surprise eighth-minute lead through Luke O’Neill’s header.But second-placed Bromley were ahead at the break through Michael Cheek and Ben Krauhaus.Alex Kirk smashed home just afte...Full Story »

Lawrence Shankland continued his red-hot scoring form as Hearts came from two goals down to draw 2-2 at home to Ross County.After the controversial decision not to award the Jambos a penalty when Alan Forrest appeared to be tripped by Ross Laidlaw early in the second half, County looked on course for victory following an Alex Cochrane own goal and a stunning free-kick from Yan Dhanda.But substit...Full Story »

Joe Shaughnessy headed in a late equaliser as Dundee drew 2-2 with Kilmarnock after a dramatic finale at Rugby Park.Luke McCowan had given the visitors a first-half lead and they looked to be heading towards a victory until Joe Wright’s header brought Killie level with five minutes remaining.Substitute Rory McKenzie then gave the hosts the lead in the third minute of stoppage time, lashing...Full Story »

Aston Villa moved level on points with Premier League leaders Liverpool as Douglas Luiz’s late penalty secured a 3-2 home win over 10-man Burnley.Villa led at the break thanks to a Moussa Diaby finish after Leon Bailey’s 28th-minute opener for the hosts had been cancelled out three minutes later by Zeki Amdouni.Burnley suffered a further setback with Sander Berge sent off early in th...Full Story »

Barnet left it late to beat Southend 1-0 in the Vanarama National League.Adebola Oluwo met Jordan Cropper’s long throw six minutes from time to send a looping header over Southend goalkeeper Collin Andeng-Ndi.Finley Potter almost put third-placed Barnet – 2-0 winners at Southend on Boxing Day – ahead after 15 minutes, but he was denied by a wonderful stop from Andeng-Ndi.Barnet...Full Story »

Philippe Clement questioned the VAR process which ruled out a penalty claim in Rangers’ 2-1 defeat by Celtic at Parkhead.Leading through a Paulo Bernardo goal in the first half, Celtic full-back Alistair Johnston appeared to handle the ball inside his own penalty area under pressure from Abdallah Sima.The VAR check for handball came to nothing but it later emerged that Sima had b...Full Story »

Kidderminster remain just a point off the bottom of the Vanarama National League after suffering a 2-1 defeat at home to Boreham Wood.Lee Ndlovu fired the visitors into the lead in the 27th minute after being set up by Tom Whelan and made it 2-0 shortly before the interval.Gold Omotayo headed home from Sam Robinson’s cross to reduce the deficit in first-half stoppage time and Jack Lambert ...Full Story »

Arbroath goalkeeper Ali Adams came off the bench as a makeshift striker and scored a superb long-range goal to help secure a 2-2 draw at cinch Championship leaders Raith.Raith, looking to extend their 11-match unbeaten run, took the lead in the 34th minute when Dylan Easton finished off a quick passing move.Jack Hamilton looked to have put the game beyond the relegation-battling visitors when he...Full Story »

Substitute Nikolay Todorov struck deep into stoppage time as Airdrie came from behind to win 2-1 at Scottish Championship bottom side Queen’s Park.Queen’s Park, without a win in 13 games, took the lead from a penalty in the 34th minute. Jack Turner was brought down by Diamonds keeper Joshua Rae and Dominic Thomas slotted in the spot-kick.Airdrie second-half pressure was rewarded when...Full Story »

Ayr fought back to draw 2-2 with Dunfermline in the cinch Championship after Alex Jakubiak had scored his first goals for the visitors.Jakubiak struck twice within the opening nine minutes to put the Pars in command.Ayr pulled one back four minutes before the break when Joe Chalmers failed to clear and Aiden McGeady swept home.Skipper Frankie Musonda secured a point for Ayr by heading home Georg...Full Story »

Theo Bair discovered his form as Motherwell beat Livingston 3-1 to record a first win in 16 cinch Premiership matches.The forward scored two and set up another for Blair Spital as Motherwell doubled their first-half goal tally for the league season inside 35 minutes.Scott Pittman had made it 2-1 but Bair’s fourth goal of the season put the game beyond the reach of the bottom side.Livi cont...Full Story »

Rodri and Julian Alvarez struck as Manchester City closed out a remarkable year with a routine 2-0 win over Premier League bottom side Sheffield United.Champions League final match-winner Rodri put City on course for a comfortable win at the Etihad Stadium with a fine strike after 14 minutes and Alvarez finished the job in the second half.After a tricky spell earlier in December, City have now e...Full Story »

St Mirren enjoyed a happy ending to 2023 as Stephen Robinson’s men finished the year with a win over Aberdeen that improves their standing in the top six of the cinch Premiership.The Buddies took the lead through captain Mark O’Hara’s deflected strike before the same man missed from the penalty spot.However, Jonah Ayunga doubled the lead before Greg Kiltie netted from the spot ...Full Story »

Max Kilman’s first goal in two years inspired Wolves to a dominant win over struggling Everton.The defender’s opener, Matheus Cunha’s tap in and Craig Dawson’s strike wrapped up an impressive 3-0 win at Molineux.The squad celebrated with team-mate Mario Lemina’s shirt with the midfielder missing the game following the death of his father.Three goals. Three wins in a...Full Story »

Brendan Rodgers outlined his impressive Old Firm credentials after Celtic handed Philippe Clement his first defeat as Rangers boss with a 2-1 win at Parkhead.The Belgian was unbeaten in 16 games since taking over from Michael Beale in October, which offered encouragement travelling to the east end of Glasgow – albeit with no away fans in the stadium due to a ticket dispute between the two ...Full Story »

Philippe Clement’s first Old Firm game ended in his first defeat as Rangers boss as goals from Paulo Bernardo and Kyogo Furuhashi gave Celtic a 2-1 win at Parkhead.The Belgian had gone 16 games unbeaten since taking over from Michael Beale in October but with no away fans inside the ground due to an allocation dispute between the two clubs it was always going to be the acid test for the in...Full Story »

Chelsea survived a spirited late fightback by Luton to edge a dramatic match 3-2 at Kenilworth Road and end their four-game losing streak away from home.Mauricio Pochettino’s side looked to be cruising to a first victory on the road since early November thanks to two goals from Cole Palmer – his second a sensational piece of individual skill – and one from Noni Madueke who scor...Full Story »

REFEREE Claudia Romani kept up the Christmas spirit as she raised money for charity in her latest sexy post. Claudia, who is a Serie A qualified official, got her kit off on Instagram... then encouraged her fans to open their hearts with a charitable donation for her cat charity. Claudia Romani got fans in a merry mood with her latest post Claudia Romani got fans in a merry mood with her late...Full Story »

Viktoria Varga - the partner of ex-Southampton striker Graziano Pelle - holds the prestigious, if unofficial, title of the "world's most beautiful woman". Viktoria Varga spent Christmas in Dubai Credit: Instagram Graziano Pelle spent two seasons playing in England Credit: PA: Empics Sport And the model stunned her followers with her latest post as she was seen in an eye-catching black dress a...Full Story »

MAN City boss Pep Guardiola yesterday told his mega-wealthy stars they are always being watched on social media — so the “less the criminals know, the better”. He urged players not to flaunt their wealth online after we revealed raiders terrified Jack Grealish’s family at his new mansion. Concerned manager Pep Guardiola has warned players not to flaunt their wealth afte...Full Story »

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Roberto Firmino's time in Saudi Arabia could be coming to an untimely end amid reports that the Liverpool icon wants a return to Europe Roberto Firmino has only been with Al-Ahli for six months (Image: Getty Images) Roberto Firmino could be heading for a break-up with Al-Ahli after reports the ex-Liverpool star wants to leave the club. The Brazilian only joined the Saudi Pro League side this ...Full Story »

Napoli star Victor Osmihen, who has been linked with a sensational £100million move to Stamford Bridge, has dropped a major hint on social media about potentially joining Chelsea Victor Osimhen is one of the hottest strikers in world football (Image: Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock) Chelsea fans have been sent into meltdown after Napoli star Victor Osmihen hinted at a potential ...Full Story »

Manchester United are eager to secure the signature of highly-rated Valencia midfielder Javi Guerra. The 20-year-old has already played 18 times for his club so far this season. Marca claim that United and Juventus are two teams with serious interest in bringing him to their respective club. However, the €40 million that United are willing to pay may not be enough to do a deal. Guerr...Full Story »

Manchester United are serious about securing French international Youssouf Fofana. The defensive midfielder is attracting the attention of several Premier League clubs. However, United may be the ones with the greatest need, given the poor form of Casemiro this season. United see the £26 million-rated Monaco star as an ideal acquisition, most likely in the summer. Casemiro may move on...Full Story »

The Italian manager has agreed to a contract extension with the La Liga giants which will keep him in Madrid until 2026. With his previous contract set to expire next summer, rumours were rampant linking Carlo Ancelotti with a move away from the club. At one point, it seemed almost certain that the 64-year-old would be taking the Brazil international job although he continuously played down ...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag continues to deal with a mounting injury crisis at Manchester United, but Charlie McNeill is set to return early from his loan spell at Stevenage Erik ten Hag is expected to recall Charlie McNeill (Image: GETTY) Charlie McNeill is set to be recalled by Manchester United in January after being sent out on loan for the 2023/24 season. The 20-year-old striker joined League One side S...Full Story »

DAVID MOYES is set to sign a new West Ham contract after taking the Hammers into the top six. The Scot, 60, delivered West Ham's first trophy in 43 years winning the Europa Conference League in June but has been under huge pressure at times over the past 12 months. David Moyes is set to secure a new West Ham contract Credit: Getty West Ham clinched a famous win over Arsenal on Thursday evenin...Full Story »

CHELSEA have placed Artem Dovbyk high on their transfer shortlist The Ukrainian striker has spearheaded Girona's shock charge to the summit of LaLiga thanks to his 11 goals and four assist return in the league. Artem Dovbyk is on Chelsea's transfer target Credit: Rex And this form has put the 26-year-old on Chelsea's radar. Mauricio Pochettino has sent scouts to watch Dovbyk in the last few ...Full Story »

Real Madrid will set a deadline for Kylian Mbappe deal Real Madrid will look to cull any transfer saga involving Kylian Mbappe this winter, as they prepare an offer with a set deadline on when to respond. In one of the most prolonged stories of the 2022 summer window, Los Blancos looked set to sign the Paris Saint-Germain talisman only for him to snub their offer at the 11th hour in favour of...Full Story »