For Diego Maradona Jr. there is no comparison and there has never been a player like his father, nor will there ever be, not even Lionel Messi. The comparison is one that has been made frequently, particularly in their home country of Argentina. "I have a huge appreciation for him [referring to Messi], I think he is the best of his time, not the best ever," he told Radio del Plata. "I think...Full Story »

Mark Hughes was delighted to get his first home win as Bradford manager as he praised his side’s performance after they beat already-relegated Scunthorpe 2-1 in Saturday’s League Two clash at Valley Parade.The result ended a run of nine home matches without a win, five of them since Hughes became manager at the end of February. It was also their first home win since they beat Salford...Full Story »

Phil Brown spoke of his delight after seeing Barrow secure their Football League status before warning their upcoming opponents not to expect an easy ride against the newly-safe Bluebirds.Barrow’s 1-0 win over play-off hopefuls Sutton means they are safe from the drop with Oldham joining Scunthorpe in going down.However, the team’s second victory in three games and seventh point from...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola claimed Gabriel Jesus had made him the “happiest man in the world” after his stunning four-goal performance for Manchester City against Watford.The Brazilian also provided an assist for Rodri as Premier League leaders City increased their advantage over title rivals Liverpool to four points with an emphatic 5-1 win at the Etihad Stadium.Jesus has not been a guaranteed s...Full Story »

Coventry manager Mark Robins expressed his frustration and relief after Ben Wilson’s last-gasp penalty save ensured his side earned a point in a goalless Championship draw at West Brom.Wilson denied Karlan Grant from the spot in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage-time after substitute Callum Robinson was judged to have been fouled by Michael Rose.But it looked an extremely soft decis...Full Story »

Mark Warburton expressed his frustration as QPR’s play-off hopes were effectively ended with a 1-0 defeat at Stoke City.The Rs failed to register a shot on target as they suffered an eighth defeat in 11 matches, falling six points behind the play-off fray with two games remaining.Despite the absence of boss Michael O’Neill, who underwent hip surgery in midweek, the hosts sailed to a ...Full Story »

Mark Bowen was damning in his assessment of Anthony Backhouse after the referee’s decision led to Fleetwood snatching a 1-1 draw that virtually relegated his AFC Wimbledon side.The Dons led through Luke McCormick’s goal midway through the first half but a head-scratching decision by the official allowed Joe Garner to score an 88th-minute goal that all-but guaranteed they will play in...Full Story »

Mark McGhee insists Dundee’s relegation fate is still to be decided.The rock-bottom Dark Blues remain five points adrift of 11th-placed St Johnstone after the two teams drew 1-1 at Dens Park.Jordan Marshall opened the scoring for the home side but Shaun Rooney salvaged a point for Saints in the second half.With just four games of the regular season left, Dundee look to be on the brink of b...Full Story »

Assistant manager Marvin Bartley hopes Livingston’s 2-1 cinch Premiership victory over 10-man Aberdeen will be the perfect tonic for manager Davie Martindale, who missed the trip to the north east after being taken to hospital on Friday night.Livingston survived what should have been a red card for goalkeeper Max Stryjek, after a confrontation with Vincente Besuijen, to take all three poin...Full Story »

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe insists Joelinton and Bruno Guimaraes are “a joy to work with” after they both found the net in a 3-0 win at struggling Norwich.Joelinton scored twice on his 100th Premier League appearance for Newcastle as the Magpies recorded their first win at Carrow Road since January 1994.The Brazilian broke the deadlock in the 35th minute with a curled strike into the ...Full Story »

Mansfield’s first-team coach Andy Garner was delighted to see forward Lucas Akins finally grab his first goal for the club in the crucial 2-0 home win over Crawley.The promotion-chasing Stags desperately needed the win after back-to-back defeats and Akins netted the all-important second goal after 72 minutes, shortly after a second yellow card for James Tilley had left in-form Crawley with...Full Story »

Steve Cotterill was angry after Shrewsbury goalkeeper Marko Marosi claimed to have been racially abused by a supporter during their 2-0 defeat at Charlton.The Slovakian reacted to a comment from the crowd before his side conceded a second goal from a free-kick.A hold-up of over five minutes also saw official Sam Purkiss talk to ground security at The Valley.Cotterill did not want to dwell furthe...Full Story »

Rotherham manager Paul Warne is pleased his side have their destiny in their own hands after they rallied to beat Oxford 2-1.Dan Barlaser went from villain to hero when he stroked home the second-half winner from the penalty spot, having earlier scored an own goal.It ensured the second-placed Millers remain on the same points as MK Dons in third, but with a better goal difference and a game in h...Full Story »

Barcelona are eyeing Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford. Sport says the appointment of Erik ten Hag as United's new manager has raised questions over Rashford's future, with the Dutchman set to overhaul the squad. Barcelona could offer the forward a fresh start if he is deemed surplus to requirements by ten Hag. The report adds that the Catalan club have 'always' followed Rashford an...Full Story »

Derek McInnes admitted he was “absolutely delighted” after his Kilmarnock side won the Scottish Championship title after a dramatic late 2-1 comeback victory over nearest title rivals Arbroath.James Craigen finished off an excellent counter-attacking move to put the visitors ahead and – after being booed off at half-time – Killie stepped it up in the second-half, equalisi...Full Story »

Kilmarnock have been crowned winners of the Scottish Championship after a hard-fought last-minute 2-1 comeback win over their nearest title challengers Arbroath.Derek McInnes’ team earn promotion at the first time of asking on the back of relegation from last season’s Premiership.James Craigen got on the end of a lightening counter-attack move to put Arbroath ahead after just nine mi...Full Story »

STEVEN GERRARD has launched an 11th-hour bid to snatch Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara from Atletico Madrid's clutches. Diego Simeone's La Liga giants were favourites to sign the highly-rated 22-year-old after offering him an £80,000 per week contract. Villa are rivalling Atletico Madrid in the hunt for Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara Credit: Getty However, Kamara has been stal...Full Story »

Eddie Howe admitted his delight at matching one of predecessor Sir Bobby Robson’s achievements as Newcastle took another step towards Premier League safety.The hard-fought 1-0 win over Crystal Palace was the Magpies’ sixth successive top-flight victory at St James’ Park, the first time they have achieved that feat since April 2004 under Robson.Head coach Howe said: “It is...Full Story »

Relegation-battling Burnley will remain without captain Ben Mee for Thursday’s visit of Southampton.Caretaker manager Mike Jackson said Mee – who has been part of his interim coaching staff – is also likely to miss Sunday’s match against Wolves, though he remains optimistic the defender will play at part in the season run-in.Ashley Westwood’s campaign is over after ...Full Story »

Manchester United fan Katrina Maria was fuming Manchester United fan and glamour model Katrina Maria fumed "f*** this s***" while watching her side's humiliating display against Liverpool. Just like the rest of the United fanbase, Katrina was not happy having watched their rivals pick them apart in a dominant first-half performance at Anfield. She took to her Instagram, where she boasts over 1...Full Story »