Kilmarnock lost ground in the Scottish Championship title race with a 2-1 home defeat to Ayr.Things began well for the hosts when Fraser Murray converted Christopher Burke’s pass to open the scoring after only seven minutes.However, the lead was short-lived as Sean McGinty set up James Maxwell to score the equaliser with just 14 minutes on the clock.Aidan McAdams made a fine save to deny C...Full Story »

Jota grabbed a delightful double as Celtic emerged from a pulsating Pittodrie encounter with a 3-2 win over Aberdeen.The visitors were two goals to the good after 20 minutes with counters from the Portuguese winger and midfielder Matt O’Riley, both back in the side.Celtic looked well in control until goals after the break from Dons striker Christian Ramirez and midfielder Lewis Ferguson dr...Full Story »

Billy Sharp bagged a brace to seal Sheffield United a 2-0 win over 10-man West Brom and move them one point off the Championship play-off places.In a crucial contest for the Blades’ top-six prospects, Sharp took his tally to four goals in three games after netting either side of a Jake Livermore 39th-minute red card for dangerous play.The result also represented a losing start for new boss...Full Story »

Port Vale boss Darrell Clarke was delighted with his side’s comfortable 3-1 League Two victory at struggling Carlisle.David Worrall, James Wilson and David Amoo bagged the goals as Vale picked up their first away win for two months – and a first victory at Brunton Park since 2017.They got off to the perfect start as Worrall scored inside the opening minute.West Brom loanee Owen Winds...Full Story »

Cambridge manager Mark Bonner admitted his side were angry after failing to take a point in a 1-0 loss at Gillingham.Chances were rare in the opening 45 minutes, with Ben Thompson’s header for the hosts straight at Cambridge keeper Dimitar Mitov before Jack Tucker’s block prevented Adam May from putting the visitors ahead.Cambridge spurned a golden opportunity to go ahead with 25 min...Full Story »

Wycombe manager Gareth Ainsworth was pleased with how his players dominated their match against Shrewsbury, despite them not making it count in being held to a 0-0 League One draw.It was largely one-way traffic at Adams Park as the Chairboys made most of the pressing against a Shrews side who looked happy to play for a point from an early stage.Nonetheless, their defence held firm and it is now ...Full Story »

Hartlepool boss Graeme Lee admitted maintaining his side’s FA Cup momentum was key in a 3-1 victory over Barrow.Pools won plenty of plaudits and praise for their FA Cup defeat at Crystal Palace last weekend but Lee wanted his side to build on it back in League Two action.And they did just that, securing their first victory in nine games as they turned the game around following John Rooney&...Full Story »

Fulham head coach Marco Silva called for his side to be even more consistent despite a 3-0 win over Millwall.Two goals for Aleksandar Mitrovic and one for Bobby De Cordova-Reid rounded off a win that puts the Craven Cottage side eight points clear at the top of the Championship.Despite the scoreline, Millwall showed promising moves against the Fulham backline.Silva admitted that for his side to ...Full Story »

Mansfield extended their unbeaten league run to 10 games – nine wins and a draw – as they finally saw off stubborn Colchester 2-1.Mansfield dominated the first half but only had a single goal to show for it – but it was a special one as Rhys Oates broke from his own half to race past everyone and smash home from 20 yards on 19 minutes.Colchester keeper Sam Hornby saved superbly...Full Story »

David Marshall will continue in goal for QPR in their Sky Bet Championship clash with Middlesbrough on Wednesday.First-choice Seny Dieng was part of the Senegal squad that triumphed in the Africa Cup of Nations and will not make it back to London in time.Chris Willock, Sam Field and Yoann Barbet are all set to return after being rested for the FA Cup fourth round defeat at Peterborough.Sam McCal...Full Story »

REAL MADRID defender Marcelo wants to join Cristiano Ronaldo in becoming an underwear model. Following Los Blancos' recent Super Cup win, the 33-year-old Brazilian equalled Francisco 'Paco' Gento's record of 23 trophies with the Spanish giants. Ronaldo has been modelling underwear for several yearsCredit: The Mega Agency Marcelo is hoping to join his former Real Madrid team-mate in the modell...Full Story »

LEEDS UNITED hitman Patrick Bamford has welcomed his first child into the world with girlfriend Michaela Ireland. Bamford's partner of three years recently gave birth to their baby, whom the striker proudly showed off to the world via his Instagram story. Patrick Bamford recently welcomed their first child together into the worldCredit: INSTAGRAM@PATRICKBAMFORD The former Chelsea hitman share...Full Story »

New signings Bruno Guimaraes, Matt Targett and Dan Burn could be handed Newcastle debuts against Premier League rivals Everton on Tuesday evening.Former Lyon midfielder Guimaraes and on-loan Aston Villa full-back Targett are in contention, while central defender Burn, who joined the Magpies from Brighton on deadline day, is battling an infected toenail as he bids to join them.However, striker Ca...Full Story »

Championship leaders Fulham have no fresh injury concerns ahead of their London derby at home to Millwall.Antonee Robinson and Bobby Decordova-Reid should be available having been rested for the FA Cup fourth round defeat at Manchester City.Jean Michael Seri came off the bench at the Etihad Stadium following his return from the Africa Cup of Nations and could be in line to start.On-loan Liverpoo...Full Story »

Ajax have announced that their director of football Marc Overmars will leave the club with immediate effect after 'inappropriate messages' to colleagues. The former Arsenal icon has been in his role since 2012, and has built up a reputation as an impressive figure behind the scenes, leading to him being linked with the likes of Newcastle. In a club statement late on Sunday night, Ajax explained...Full Story »

Tom Rogic scored a first-half double as Celtic maintained their new position at the top of the cinch Premiership with an impressive 4-0 victory over Motherwell.Ange Postecoglou’s side subjected Motherwell to the same first-half demolition that they carried out against Rangers in midweek and again led by three goals at half-time following Liel Abada’s opener and Rogic’s superbly...Full Story »

MARCUS RASHFORD led the support for rookie Anthony Elanga after he became the latest victim of disgusting racial abuse. Striker Elanga was targeted by social media morons for missing a penalty as Manchester United lost an FA Cup shootout to Middlesbrough. David de Gea also offered his support to the strikerCredit: Twitter The Swedish teenager was distraught at blazing a vital spot-kick over t...Full Story »

Hosts Cameroon produced a dramatic comeback from 3-0 down to beat Burkina Faso on penalties and secure third place in the Africa Cup of Nations.The Indomitable Lions were back in action barely 48 hours after their semi-final shoot-out heartbreak against Egypt.Having looked well off the pace as Burkina Faso made the most of their opportunities, a late double from captain Vincent Aboubakar meant t...Full Story »

Head coach Russell Martin praised the Swansea fans for helping his side to hold on for a 1-0 win against Blackburn, despite playing for 40 minutes with only 10 men.Michael Obafemi’s 16th-minute header was enough to seal all three points for the Welsh side, who had defender Ryan Manning sent off for a second yellow card eight minutes into the second half.The win lifts Swansea to 16th in the...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon head coach Mark Robinson was left disappointed at his side’s set-piece vulnerability in their 3-2 League One defeat at Charlton.The Dons had a dream start when Ethan Chislett put them ahead after just three minutes, Ayoub Assal getting a vital touch after Addicks goalkeeper Craig MacGillivray dropped the ball.Ryan Inniss met Albie Morgan’s corner to head the hosts back ...Full Story »