Steve Bruce fumed about a “scandalous” display from his West Brom side after they were beaten 3-2 at home by Birmingham.Scott Hogan’s hat-trick gave City a first win at the Hawthorns in over 17 years and led to the hosts being booed off the pitch.Bruce’s side sit 20th in the Championship, with one win in nine league games this season, and the Albion boss admitted the goal...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola compared Erling Haaland to Johan Cruyff after the prolific Norwegian volleyed a superb late winner against Borussia Dortmund.Haaland stunned his old club with six minutes remaining of a tight Champions League clash at the Etihad Stadium as he leapt and stretched to turn in a swerving Joao Cancelo cross.His effort completed a late City comeback and snatched a 2-1 victory after they ...Full Story »

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 »

Norwich coach Dean Smith was more pleased with the result than the performance after watching his side edge past Bristol City 3-2 at Carrow Road.A sixth successive Championship win consolidated the Canaries’ second position in the table, but they made hard work of it after going 2-0 up early on and Smith admitted his side were below their best against what he labelled brave opponents.&ldqu...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 »

Ange Postecoglou told his Celtic players they would eventually get their rewards if they repeat the “excellent” performance against Shakhtar Donetsk that gained them a first point in the Champions League.The Hoops dominated for the vast majority of the game in the Legia Warsaw municipal stadium but had to settle for a 1-1 draw.The Scottish champions had several chances even before Ar...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 »

Jude Bellingham has insisted it would be 'disrespectful' to talk about his future beyond Borussia Dortmund. The England midfielder, 19, is being courted by a number of Premier League clubs. Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool all possess a strong interest in Bellingham, as do Real Madrid. Speaking to PA about his future ahead of Wednesday's clash with Manchester City, Bellingham said: ...Full Story »

The Toffees were in desperate need of another stopper after No1 Jordan Pickford picked up an injury. Eldin Jakupovic has joined Everton on a free transfer from Leicester Credit: Getty Frank Lampard has signed a new goalkeeper to ease his goalkeeping crisis Credit: Alamy Third choice Andy Lonergan is also in the treatment room meaning Asmir Begovic was the only fit senior goalkeeper at Frank L...Full Story »

Steve Morison does not feel Middlesbrough’s second-half revival should detract from the quality of his Cardiff side’s display in their 3-2 win at the Riverside Stadium.Cardiff produced easily their best 45 minutes of the season as they raced into a three-goal lead at the break courtesy of goals from Callum O’Dowda, Mark Harris and Perry Ng.Middlesbrough battled back after the b...Full Story »

Paul Hurst admits his Grimsby team slipped below their usual standards as they were held to a 1-1 draw by struggling Gillingham at Blundell Park.Veteran striker Ryan Taylor opened the scoring for Grimsby inside seven minutes, but the advantage was short-lived for the promotion winners as Mikael Mandron netted with only the second goal scored by Gillingham this season.Grimsby manager Hurst said: ...Full Story »

Bolton moved into the League One play-off places with an impressive 2-0 win at MK Dons.Dion Charles put the Trotters ahead with a first-half spot-kick before Gethin Jones made the points safe after the break.Wanderers had an early penalty shout waved away after Elias Kachunga went down in the box following a tangle with Warren O’Hora and home keeper Jamie Cumming did well to turn over a we...Full Story »

Cardiff claimed their first away win of the season as they repelled Middlesbrough’s second-half comeback to claim a 3-2 victory at the Riverside.The Bluebirds looked to be strolling to all three points as they claimed a three-goal lead at the interval thanks to strikes from Callum O’Dowda, Mark Harris and Perry Ng.Middlesbrough rallied after the break, scoring two goals in a minute t...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 »

Mani Dieseruvwe helped himself to a second-half double as Halifax beat Gateshead 2-0.Dieseruvwe’s header forced Gateshead keeper Daniel Langley into a smart save with half an hour played and the teams went in level after an evenly matched first half.It took Dieseruvwe just six minutes of the second half to make the breakthrough, slotting home after good work from Jack Senior and Matt Warbu...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 »

WANDA NARA made a list of six demands for her husband Mauro Icardi to join Galatasaray - including a 24-hour driver. The striker has arrived at the Turkish club on loan from PSG in a huge coup for the Istanbul-based team. Wanda Nara acts as her husband's representative during contact talks He was greeted by a huge crowd as Galatasaray paraded him in front of fans earlier this week. Nara, who...Full Story »

Wolves have snapped up Diego Costa to ease their striker crisis. The former Chelsea striker has signed a deal until the end of the season having been a free agent. Wolves had to appeal for a work permit after the 33-year-old did not automatically qualify and his initial application was rejected. He told the club's official site: "It's a first-class club with very good players who know how t...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to secure a move away from Manchester United in the summer, but he is expected to attract more interest from Saudi Arabia. WHAT HAPPENED? The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner made it clear that he wanted out of Old Trafford during the last transfer window, but links to leading clubs in Europe – such as Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Roma – delivered no deal befor...Full Story »

Darragh Lenihan has been ruled out of Middlesbrough’s Sky Bet Championship clash with Cardiff.The defender has yet to return to training after suffering an ankle injury in the recent defeat at Watford.Paddy McNair should feature despite being forced off with an ankle knock in the 1-0 win over Sunderland last time out.On-loan Manchester City goalkeeper Zack Steffen could be in contention ha...Full Story »