Reading manager Paul Ince is hoping the 3-0 Championship defeat against Sunderland will provide a humbling moment for his players.Patrick Roberts gave Sunderland a 2-0 half-time lead when he struck twice in as many minutes shortly before the interval, with Jack Clarke adding a third in the second period.It was the first time Reading had dropped points in five home league games this season but In...Full Story »

Reading lost their 100 per cent home league record as they fell to a comprehensive 3-0 defeat to Sunderland.The Black Cats dominated most of the first half without creating too much until Patrick Roberts struck with two goals in as many minutes just before the interval.Jack Clarke effectively settled the issue in the 69th minute, latching onto a superb Dan Neil cross to slot home.Reading had won...Full Story »

Five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo could well be on his way to Saudi Arabia in the January transfer window after falling out of favour at Manchester United Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way to Saudi Arabia in the January transfer window Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly contemplating a mind-boggling £233million wage offer from Saudi Arabia as the Manchester United forward ey...Full Story »

Liverpool saw their last-minute swoop for Real Madrid star Federico Valverde rebuffed by the Spanish giants as they saw the transfer offer as 'brutal' and 'offensive' Liverpool made a late move for Federico Valverde (Image: Real Madrid via Getty Images) Liverpool attempted a late swoop for Real Madrid star Federico Valverde before the transfer window slammed shut earlier this month. The Reds ...Full Story »

Manchester City are threatening Chelsea's plans for RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol. Chelsea were interested in signing Gvardiol last summer, but RB Leipzig were not willing to sell. Instead, the defender penned a new five-year deal with the club on deadline day, committing his future until June 2027. He did so after RBL rejected a huge bid of at least £77million from Chelsea. Acco...Full Story »

Head coach Danny Schofield admitted he was feeling the pressure after Huddersfield’s latest Sky Bet Championship setback, a 2-1 home defeat at the hands of Wigan.The Terriers suffered their sixth defeat in eight league games to remain second bottom of the table, ahead of only Coventry, who have played three games fewer.Wigan led at the break thanks to Will Keane’s penalty – aft...Full Story »

Mark Kennedy was the proudest man in Lincoln after his City side finally ended their home drought with a 2-0 win over Derby.A first-half Jack Diamond penalty was added to by Ben House after the break – the first goals for both players this season – as an energetic Imps team ensured Derby’s 5,000th game in the Football League ended in defeat.“The lads gave us everything th...Full Story »

Two stunning second-half strikes helped 10-man Chesterfield preserve their unbeaten start to the National League season with a 3-2 home victory over Southend.Joe Quigley jinked his way past three players before finding the bottom corner to level at 2-2 in the 62nd minute and six minutes later Jeff King unleashed a scorcher into the top corner from long range.Jack Clarke had given Chesterfield a ...Full Story »

Huddersfield’s miserable start to the Sky Bet Championship season continued with a 2-1 home defeat to Wigan.Will Keane put Wigan in front with a first-half penalty and, after Tom Lees equalised, Callum Lang fired in the winner in the 82nd minute.Before kick-off, there was an immaculately-observed minute’s silence in memory of the Queen, followed by the national anthem.That ensured an...Full Story »

Lincoln claimed their first home win of the season as they beat Derby 2-0 in their first league meeting for 36 years.An early Jack Diamond penalty was added to by Ben House after the break as the Rams’ 5,000th match in the Football League ended in defeat.City goalkeeper Carl Rushworth had to be alert to get down low and save James Collins’ effort after six minutes, but six minutes la...Full Story »

Jon Guthrie’s header helped Northampton to a 2-0 win against AFC Wimbledon at Plough Lane.The Cobblers could have taken an early lead when Mitch Pinnock pounced on a loose pass to go through on goal, but his shot was straight at Wimbledon goalkeeper Nik Tzanev.The Dons grew into the game, with Harry Pell forcing a strong save from Lee Burge in the 23rd minute.But Northampton’s top sc...Full Story »

Reading will be hoping to have veteran forward Shane Long available for Wednesday’s visit of Sunderland.The striker has been struggling with what manager Paul Ince said was “viral” but he should be fit to return.Yakou Meite and Mamadou Loum (both calf) could also come back into contention.Liam Moore is out with a knee issue while hamstring injuries keep both Scott Dann and Femi...Full Story »

Huddersfield trio David Kasumu, Luke Mbete and Michal Helik could all be in contention for the home game against Wigan.Midfielder Kasumu has recovered from a hamstring injury and Mbete has completed his concussion protocol after sustaining a head injury before joining the club.Fellow centre-back Helik has trained all week with Danny Schofield’s squad following his deadline-day arrival from...Full Story »

Cheltenham head into their home match against Cambridge with experienced defender Matty Blair having announced his retirement on Monday due to injury.The veteran was a key player over the past two seasons but has not been seen this term because of a knee problem that has now led the 33-year-old to calling time on his career.James Taylor has also developed a knee injury and will miss out while it...Full Story »

Blackburn starlet to reject Premier League move Blackburn Rovers youngster Adam Wharton is attracting Premier League interest, but the Sun report that he has no intention of leaving Ewood Park. Wharton has broken into the first team under Jon Dahl Tomasson and the 18-year-old is eager to keep developing at his boyhood club. Caroll set for Reading return Andy Carroll is set to return to for...Full Story »

Aston Villa ace Douglas Luiz hopes to hear from Arsenal in the January transfer window. Football Insider says Luiz has told friends he is open to joining the Gunners. Villa have held talks with the midfielder over a new deal but have yet to reach a breakthrough. The Brazil international's deal expires at the end of the campaign and he can discuss a pre-contract agreement with clubs overseas...Full Story »

Neymar is regarded as one of the best players in the world and is usually causing defenders numerous problems rather than the other way around. The Brazilian has started the season in incredible fashion and has racked up an impressive 10 goals and seven assists in just nine matches this season and will be looking to take that form to the World Cup in two months’ time. The PSG superstar ...Full Story »

Barcelona are weighing up legal action against Atletico Madrid over the fee owed for Antoine Griezmann's permanent signing. This season, Griezmann has been subbed-in in the 60th minute so as not to play the minimum number of minutes required to trigger the €40m buyout clause at the end of the season. Barca have already communicated to Atleti that with his year on loan, which was last s...Full Story »

QPR boss Michael Beale could make changes for the visit of struggling Huddersfield on Saturday.The R’s went down 1-0 at Swansea in the Sky Bet Championship last weekend but new signings Tim Iroegbunam and Leon Balogun did make their debuts off the bench.Both will be pushing for a place in the starting line-up this time around but the home side will remain without several key players.Luke A...Full Story »

Trent Alexander-Arnold's bid to be in Gareth Southgate's starting eleven for the upcoming World Cup just took another major hit. The Liverpool right back has come under heavy fire for his underwhelming defensive performance in his side's 4-1 defeat to Napoli in the Champions League. And it seems it's not just top-level pundits taking aim at Trent as the internet had a field day in making fun...Full Story »