Bolton will be without Marc Wilson for the Championship visit of Carabao Cup giant-killers Derby.Wilson was sent off during the goalless stalemate against Ipswich so either David Wheater or Mark Beevers will be recalled in central defence.The game at Portman Road last weekend was the first time in Phil Parkinson’s 27 months as Bolton boss that his team sheet had not included either Wheater...Full Story »

Sunderland's new signings Marc Wilson, Callum McManaman and Jonny Williams will all be involved at home to Sheffield United. Winger Aiden McGeady is a doubt after suffering a hamstring problem on international duty with the Republic of Ireland. Manager Simon Grayson will make a late decision but should the 31-year-old not be ready McManaman or Williams could step in. Forward Duncan Watmore is...Full Story »

Stoke boss Tony Pulis accepts his side are up against "overwhelming odds" as they host runaway Barclays Premier League leaders Manchester United this weekend. United, 12 points clear at the top of table with seven games to play, are striding towards a record-extending 20th title while the Potters struggle at the opposite end. Sir Alex Ferguson's men did suffer defeat to rivals Manchester City ...Full Story »

Stoke City manager Tony Pulis is hopeful that Marc Wilson and Brek Shea will both be fit for the Potters' match against Fulham on Feb. 23. Defender Wilson broke his leg in late October against Sunderland, while Shea has yet to make an appearance for the Potters having arrived at the Brittania Stadium on deadline day from MLS side FC Dallas. Pulis' side does not play this weekend, which he beli...Full Story »

I'LL BE TH-EIRE ... Harry Redknapp fancies a crack at the Republic of Ireland job GIOVANNI TRAPATTONI last night fuelled confusion about his job by insisting there’s “no problem”, despite plans to oust him. The under-fire boss remained defiant after a 4-1 win over the Faroes, saying: “There is no problem, no problem, no problem for me. Ciao.” It came as Harry Red...Full Story »