Morecambe boss Stephen Robinson could name an unchanged team against Rotherham.The Shrimps got their first win in Sky Bet League One on Saturday when they beat Shrewsbury 2-0 at the Mazuma Stadium.Recent signings Scott Wootton and Shayon Harrison were substitutes for that game, with the former getting on for a brief cameo at the end.Jonathan Obika is out until next year with a hamstring injury, ...Full Story »

Emotions played their part for manager Mark Robinson as AFC Wimbledon fans marked their Plough Lane return with a thrilling 3-3 draw with Bolton.Eoin Doyle’s penalty followed by Josh Sheehan and Oladapo Afolayan goals had appeared to give Wanderers all three points following Will Nightingale’s opener.But Aaron Pressley and Dapo Mebude struck a quick-fire second-half double to rescue ...Full Story »

Morecambe manager Stephen Robinson was a happy man after seeing his side win their first ever game in League One.The Shrimps are playing at their highest level ever and followed on from their midweek Carabao Cup success at Blackburn with another fine victory.Robinson said: “Some of the football we played at times was fantastic and the performance showed what direction we are tying to take ...Full Story »

Oxford boss Karl Robinson thought his team’s 2-1 win over his old club Charlton was “fully deserved”.Ryan Williams and Cameron Brannagan struck twice in eight minutes in the first half to put Oxford in charge.And although Conor Washington pulled a goal back for the Addicks from the penalty spot before half time, after Sam Winnall handled, the U’s comfortably held on in th...Full Story »

Midfielder Fabinho considers himself one of the best in the world at the job he does for Liverpool but feels he still has more to offer. The 27-year-old last week signed a new contract which will keep him at Anfield until 2026, meaning the club should reap the benefits of him at the peak of his career. Despite a shortened pre-season because of his involvement in the Copa America with Brazil,...Full Story »

Oxford boss Karl Robinson was a relieved and happy man after seeing his side produce a “rugged” performance in sneaking past Burton 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw at the Pirelli Stadium.An 85th-minute goal from substitute Nathan Holland looked to have put United through in normal time until John Mousinho came on as a substitute and diverted home for an own goal in the dying second...Full Story »

INTER MILAN ultras have defaced Romelu Lukaku's mural ahead of his £97.5million transfer to Chelsea. The fans vandalised the artwork and also produced a banner accusing the Belgian of 'breaking their balls'. Inter Milan fans have defaced a mural to Romelu LukakuCredit: Instagram Inter ultras also produced a banner telling the Belgian he has 'broken their balls'Credit: Instagram Pictures...Full Story »

Morecambe boss Stephen Robinson said a change of mentality was responsible for his side’s 2-1 comeback win at Sky Bet Championship Blackburn in the Carabao Cup.The Shrimps were overwhelmed in the first half and Tyrhys Dolan gave the hosts a lead that in truth should have been more.But Morecambe turned the game on its head after the break. Cole Stockton’s assured finish shortly after ...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon head coach Mark Robinson felt his side were worthy winners after they defeated Charlton 1-0 at the Valley in the Carabao Cup first round.The Plough Lane side booked their place in the second round with a first-half goal from Paul Osew.Robinson made eight changes, but was certain his much-altered outfit showed plenty of strength in depth.He said “I thought we caused a few of o...Full Story »

Coventry manager Mark Robins admitted Kyle McFadzean’s stoppage-time winner was the perfect way to mark the club’s return to the city.McFadzean’s goal in the sixth minute of time added on secured a 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest and completed a superb comeback after Viktor Gyokeres had equalised in the 81st minute to cancel out Lyle Taylor’s first-half effort for the v...Full Story »

Mark Robinson felt his side showed the AFC Wimbledon spirit as they came from behind to beat Doncaster.The Dons had the better of the first half but fell behind when Charlie Seaman netted for Rovers seconds after the break.While manager Robinson admitted he had some concerns over how his young side would react, he need not have worried as Ayoub Assal equalised before new signing Luke McCormick c...Full Story »

THIS is the moment Chelsea staff carefully placed the club’s second Champions League trophy alongside the rest of their collection at Stamford Bridge. The Blues secured Europe’s major prize a week ago with a stunning 1-0 win over highly-lauded Manchester City. Chelsea finally got to add their second Champions League to their trophy cabinet Kai Havertz’s strike just before th...Full Story »

Oxford boss Karl Robinson heaped praise on his players after they sneaked into the Sky Bet League One play-offs with a thumping 4-0 win against Burton.Victory, combined with Portsmouth’s 1-0 home defeat to Accrington, saw the U’s make the top six for the second season running.Mide Shodipo, Matty Taylor, Elliot Lee and Sam Winnall were on the scoresheet to make it a remarkable 27 goal...Full Story »

Coventry boss Mark Robins labelled his side’s 6-1 final-day drubbing of Millwall a “dream ending” to their two seasons in their temporary home of St Andrew’s.The Sky Blues rounded off their ground-share with Birmingham in style, with six different players netting as Coventry recorded a highest league finish in 15 years, 16th in the Sky Bet Championship.Jordan Shipley, Dom...Full Story »

Karl Robinson hailed his “incredible” players after they came from behind to win 3-2 at Shrewsbury and take the League One play-off race into the final day of the season.Elliot Lee’s opener was cancelled out by strikes from Matthew Pennington and Josh Vela.But with their play-off hopes in the balance the U’s battled back, and James Henry’s leveller was followed by s...Full Story »

Coventry boss Mark Robins said securing Sky Bet Championship safety was the best achievement of his managerial career.The Sky Blues suffered a 1-0 defeat to Preston at St Andrew’s, with Alan Browne’s penalty separating the sides in a close encounter.But Derby’s defeat to Birmingham means the Sky Blues are mathematically safe, and Robins said: “It’s absolutely huge. ...Full Story »

Oxford manager Karl Robinson was “over the moon” as his side beat Plymouth 3-1 and saw other results help their play-off bid.Matty Taylor’s two goals brought the Us the double over the Devon side and with Blackpool and Charlton both losing, Robinson’s team climbed to fifth in League One – although their rivals have games in hand.Robinson said: “It’s anot...Full Story »

Mark Robins urged his Coventry players to keep pushing for points despite them looking assured of Championship safety thanks to a 3-2 win at Stoke.The Sky Blues moved onto 51 points thanks to strikes from Tyler Walker, Maxime Biamou and Viktor Gyokeres at the bet365 Stadium, and are now very unlikely to be caught.But while manager Robins heaped praise on his men, he warned they can take nothing ...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon manager Mark Robinson was delighted his team found a different way to win after coming from behind in their 2-1 victory over Oxford.The Dons racked up their fourth win on the bounce to remain five points clear of the League One relegation zone, with the match much closer than their previous three triumphs, which were all clear-cut.Their newfound confidence helped them to turn the m...Full Story »

AFC Wimbledon boss Mark Robinson is unlikely to want to make too many changes for the clash with Oxford after seeing the goals continue to fly in last time out.The Dons have scored 12 times in their last three games, pulling themselves clear of the drop zone in the process.Ben Heneghan was the only change for Saturday’s 4-1 win over Swindon, with the defender returning from suspension.Call...Full Story »