Man Utd 'make Carlo Ancelotti offer' with Real Madrid boss in final months of contract
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by Express.co.uk
Manchester United are reportedly lining up a shock move for Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti.
Carlo Ancelotti: Manchester United are reportedly lining up an offer for the Real Madrid boss. (Image: Getty)
Manchester United have reportedly submitted an offer to Carlo Ancelotti with a view of replacing Erik ten Hag as their head coach next season, according to reports in Spain. The Real Madrid bo...Full Story »
GO WITH THE FLO Man Utd ‘closely scouting £104m Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz’ as they plot January transfer spree
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by Thesun.co.uk
MANCHESTER UNITED are monitoring the transfer situation around Florian Wirtz, reports suggest.
The German wonderkid has captured the attention of Europe's elite footballing institutions including Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Florian Wirtz is being tracked by Man Utd scouts Credit: Rex
However, the Bayer Leverkusen star is also being tracked by the Red Devils, according to Sky Sports in Germ...Full Story »
Chelsea make decision on Armando Broja's future amid Ivan Toney & Victor Osimhen transfer interest
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by Goal.com
Chelsea have reportedly made a decision on Armando Broja's future amid Ivan Toney & Victor Osimhen transfer interest.
Chelsea want to keep Broja
Turned down Fulham's approaches
Remain keen to sign either Osimhen or Toney
WHAT HAPPENED?According to Standard, the Blues have opted to reject Fulham's pursuit of striker Armando Broja in the upcoming January transfer window. Despite Fulham...Full Story »
Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Tierney might head to Scotland after Arsenal exit
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by Goal.com
Tierney might head to Scotland after Arsenal exit
Kieran Tierney, Arsenal's 26-year-old left-back, is expected to depart from the club next summer. According to Teamtalk, a move back to Scotland is the most probable destination for the player. Currently on loan with Real Sociedad, Tierney began the season impressively but faced setbacks due to injury.
While Real Sociedad is interested in sec...Full Story »
First half was the worst I’ve seen us – Phil Foden savours thrilling fightback
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Phil Foden felt Manchester City were at their worst before recovering from 2-0 down to secure top spot in their Champions League group with a 3-2 win over Leipzig.The holders trailed to two breakaway Lois Openda goals at half-time of Tuesday’s clash at the Etihad Stadium.Foden sparked their recovery after the interval, teeing up goals for Erling Haaland and substitute Jeremy Doku either si...Full Story »
Late penalty leaves Eddie Howe ‘hugely frustrated’
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Eddie Howe was left fuming after Paris St Germain denied Newcastle a priceless Champions League victory with a controversial stoppage-time penalty.The Magpies were heading for a famous 1-0 win at the Parc des Princes until Polish referee Szymon Marciniak awarded a spot-kick against Tino Livramento after a VAR review, allowing Kylian Mbappe to level in the eighth and final minute of added time.Ho...Full Story »
‘Not glamorous’ but Graham Coughlan hails fine win for Newport
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Newport boss Graham Coughlan praised his side’s grit and determination as they came from behind to take the three points at Morecambe.On what proved to be a disappointing first night for new Shrimps boss Ged Brannan, goals from Will Evans and Seb Palmer-Houlden either side of the break earned the Exiles a comeback win after Michael Mellon had given the home side an early lead.Coughlan said...Full Story »
Barrow’s climb is a victory for hard work, says boss Pete Wild
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Pete Wild believes his side’s hard work is paying off after Barrow moved into the Sky Bet League Two promotion places with a comfortable 2-0 win over Walsall at Holker Street.Goals from Ben Whitfield and Niall Canavan secured all three points as the Bluebirds extended their record unbeaten league run to 10 games.Whitfield put the home side ahead after 11 minutes, controlling Canavan’...Full Story »
I just want the lads to understand me better – Grant McCann after Doncaster win
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Grant McCann will focus on ensuring his messages are getting through to his Doncaster players loud and clear after being left frustrated with aspects of their performance in the win over Colchester.A Tom Smith own goal and efforts from Mo Faal and Joe Ironside saw Rovers to a 3-1 triumph.While pleased with the result, McCann felt his side did not heed his instructions to push for more goals afte...Full Story »
Ruben Selles demands more from Reading despite huge win
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Reading manager Ruben Selles admitted his side could still do better after their 5-1 thrashing of Carlisle lifted them off the bottom of League One.An own goal from Carlisle skipper Sam Lavelle had given Reading the lead and although Luke Plange quickly levelled, a double from Harvey Knibbs gave the hosts a healthy 3-1 lead at the break.Carlisle improved in the second half but fine finishes from...Full Story »
Des Buckingham happy to get first point as Oxford boss against leaders Bolton
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Oxford’s new boss Des Buckingham was delighted to get his first point since taking charge in a 0-0 draw with League One leaders Bolton at the Kassam Stadium.The U’s bounced back well from their surprise 2-0 defeat at Cheltenham on Saturday and denied Bolton a ninth successive win.“I think I’ll settle for that, on the balance of play,” Buckingham said afterwards.&ldq...Full Story »
‘Ruthless’ Middlesbrough hit a new high at home to impress boss Michael Carrick
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Michael Carrick has saluted his injury-hit squad for delivering Middlesbrough’s biggest home win of the season against an out-of-sorts Preston.The Lilywhites, who started the evening sixth, had no answer to Boro’s first half display that earned them a three-goal advantage at the break.Preston struggled to make an impact in the final third and were cut open too easily by a home side, ...Full Story »
Dave Challinor rues ‘two points dropped’ as Stockport held by Salford
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Frustrated manager Dave Challinor lamented missed chances as Stockport were held to a goalless draw by Salford.After seeing their 12-match winning run ended by Newport at the weekend, the League Two leaders endured another frustrating outing.Nick Powell spurned a glorious opportunity for an opener when he struck the woodwork from close range.Paddy Madden, a hat-trick hero against Salford in the ...Full Story »
Jon Brady says Northampton executed perfect game plan at Blackpool
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Northampton boss Jon Brady hailed his players for executing the perfect game plan in their 2-1 win at Blackpool.Sam Hoskins scored the winner for the second time in four days as the Cobblers racked up their third league win on the spin to move seven points clear of the relegation zone.Kieron Bowie put Northampton ahead with a cool first-half finish but Jordan Rhodes equalised for Blackpool midwa...Full Story »
Nerves of steel – Michael Appleton hails Alfie May after penalty double
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Charlton head coach Michael Appleton praised the ice-cool finishing of Alfie May as his took his season’s goal tally to 17 with a double to down his former club Cheltenham at The Valley.May was signed in the summer from the Robins to score goals. That is exactly what he is doing – and at a prolific rate.The Charlton striker’s brace against his old employer means that he now has...Full Story »
Michael Flynn frustrated after Swindon almost blow four-goal lead at Accrington
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Swindon boss Michael Flynn said his side showed the best and the worst of themselves as they almost threw away a 4-0 lead at Accrington.The Robins were four goals ahead but three added-time efforts from Stanley left Swindon holding on for a 4-3 win.Swindon took the lead in the 17th minute through Dan Kemp’s penalty and League Two’s top scorer Jake Young fired home his seventh goal in...Full Story »
Shaun Maloney enjoys Wigan performance in win over 10-man Fleetwood
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Wigan manager Shaun Maloney was thrilled with every aspect of his side’s 3-0 victory over 10-man Fleetwood at the DW Stadium.The home side led 2-0 thanks to goals from Jordan Jones and Sean Clare when Joshua Earl was sent off for the Cod Army in first-half stoppage time for simulation in the penalty area.The second period was only damage limitation, with Tom Pearce firing home a cracking f...Full Story »
Graham Alexander hails ‘committed’ Bradford after Forest Green victory
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Graham Alexander hailed his “committed” Bradford side they cruised past struggling Forest Green with a 3-0 League Two victory.Goals from Matt Platt, Andy Cook, and Jamie Walker sealed victory before Bradford’s Ash Taylor was given a straight red card in stoppage time.The heavy defeat leaves Forest Green three points adrift of Tranmere, who occupy the place outside the relegatio...Full Story »
Nigel Adkins pleased with Tranmere’s draw at Mansfield
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Tranmere manager Nigel Adkins was delighted to see his side battle out a 2-2 away draw at promotion-chasing Mansfield.The Stags were unbeaten in their first 17 league games before Saturday’s defeat to Swindon, but Tranmere twice took the lead and only a deflected equaliser saw Stags grab a share of the spoils in the 79th minute.“I thought it was an excellent performance and a very go...Full Story »
Andy Crosby urges Port Vale to stick together as winless run goes on
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Port Vale boss Andy Crosby urged his squad to stick together after their 1-0 defeat to in-form Derby.Arsenal loanee Tyreese John-Jules came off the bench and scored with his first touch as the Rams made it four wins on the spin.For Vale it’s an 11th league game without a win, a run which stretches back to mid-September.And Crosby said: “It was a game of fine margins. They take advant...Full Story »
Frustration for Phil Parkinson as Wrexham see two-goal lead slip at Harrogate
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Disappointed Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson accused his players of “losing too many second balls” as they threw away a two-goal lead at Harrogate.The Dragons were in the ascendancy following efforts from midfield duo Andy Cannon and Elliot Lee but Harrogate hit back either side of half-time with replies from Dean Cornelius and Anthony O’Connor to secure a 2-2 draw.And Abraham Odoh...Full Story »
John Mousinho hails Portsmouth response in win at 10-man Burton
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Portsmouth head coach John Mousinho was thrilled with his side’s performance after they returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory at 10-man Burton.Mousinho was looking for a response after Saturday’s 4-0 home defeat to Blackpool and he got it thanks to Colby Bishop’s first-half penalty and Alex Robertson’s second-half finish – his first senior goal.“With the...Full Story »
Mark Robins knows Coventry need to improve further after win over Plymouth
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Mark Robins admitted Coventry still need to improve if they are to climb the Championship table following a 1-0 win over Plymouth.The Sky Blues’ second consecutive win came through record signing Haji Wright, who turned in Milan van Ewijk’s cutback with 15 minutes remaining.Argyle, who remain without an away win this season, left the CBS Arena furious after they believed the ball had...Full Story »
Carlos Corberan hails mature West Brom after victory at Cardiff
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Carlos Corberan praised West Brom’s “maturity” as a hard-fought 1-0 win at Cardiff lifted them to third place in the Sky Bet Championship.Jeremy Sarmiento’s stunning second-half strike gave Albion a fifth win in six games and seven from their last 10.“It was total opposite win,” boss Corberan said comparing Albion’s success in the Welsh capital to their ...Full Story »
David Artell toasts terrific start to Grimsby career after MK Dons draw
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
David Artell toasted a terrific start to his Grimsby career after the struggling Mariners battled to a 1-1 League Two draw at MK Dons in his first game in charge.A re-energised Grimsby were excellent in the first half and deservedly led at the break thanks to Rekeil Pyke’s close-range finish.They gradually ran out of steam in the second half and Jack Payne equalised for the Dons, but Grims...Full Story »
David Wagner understands fans’ reaction after Norwich lose to Watford
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Boss David Wagner said Norwich fans had “every reason” to call for his sacking after Watford came back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 at Vicarage Road.Goals from Danny Batth and Hwang Ui-jo put the Canaries in control with just 12 minutes on the clock but Watford levelled thanks to two goals in three minutes after the half-hour mark from Ismael Kone and Mileta Rajovic.Yasir Asprilla comple...Full Story »
Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens wanted more from Bristol Rovers draw
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens believed that his side warranted the three points after their 1-1 draw against Bristol Rovers at the Memorial Stadium.Rovers took the lead in the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time through Grant Ward, and Wellens was not happy with how his side defended the set-piece.Orient did dominate possession and territory however, if unable to fashion chances,...Full Story »
Stephen Clemence hails Gillingham character after long delay
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Gillingham head coach Stephen Clemence was delighted with the resilience his players showed in unusual circumstances in their last-gasp 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon.The match was delayed by 23 minutes due to floodlight failure at the Priestfield Stadium midway through the second half after a power cut hit the local area.After the players went back to the changing rooms for a time, there was a ...Full Story »
Neill Collins acknowledges bizarre nature of Sam Cosgrove’s winner for Barnsley
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Neill Collins acknowledged the bizarre nature of his Barnsley side’s late winner after Sam Cosgrove snatched a 1-0 victory for the Tykes in second-half stoppage-time.Cosgrove capitalised on a costly mistake from Wycombe goalkeeper Max Stryjek to net his first goal for the Reds.Wycombe player Harry Boyes was shown a second yellow for dissent amidst protests following the goal.Collins said: ...Full Story »
Marti Cifuentes dedicates QPR win over Stoke to the memory of Terry Venables
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
QPR boss Marti Cifuentes dedicated the much-needed victory over Stoke to the memory of Terry Venables.Rangers won 4-2 against the 10-man Potters, who had Enda Stevens sent off early in the second half.It clinched a first win in 13 matches and only their second at home since October last year.We will remember our former player and manager Terry Venables tonight 💙🤍Martí Cifu...Full Story »
Super-sub Sam Cosgrove scores stoppage-time winner to open Barnsley account
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Sam Cosgrove scored a stoppage-time winner as Barnsley snatched a late 1-0 League One victory at home to Wycombe.Time-wasting tactics from Max Stryjek proved costly as he allowed Tykes’ substitute Cosgrove to gain possession and net his first goal for Barnsley.The hosts enjoyed their first opportunity eight minutes in when Nicky Cadden skipped his way into the box from the left, but fired ...Full Story »
Notts County return to winning ways with comeback success at home to Crawley
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Junior Morias’ first league goal for Notts County saw the Magpies return to winning ways, beating Crawley 3-1 at Meadow Lane.Adam Campbell had given the visitors the lead before David McGoldrick’s eighth goal of the Sky Bet League Two season levelled the scores.Two second-half goals from Jim O’Brien and Morias ensured County moved to within a point of the automatic promotion pl...Full Story »
Swindon hold off late Accrington rally after taking foot off gas
Posted Wednesday, November 29, 2023 by PA
Swindon held off a dramatic late comeback from Accrington to win 4-3 at the Wham Stadium and move closer to the League Two play-off places.Dan Kemp, Jake Young, Saidou Khan and Charlie Austin gave Town a 4-0 lead heading into the final minute before Stanley’s late flurry, with Brad Hills netting a brace after Korede Adedoyin pulled one back.Swindon went ahead in the 17th minute when Kemp h...Full Story »