Sheffield Wednesday beat Stockport County 4-1 on penalties after Tyreeq Bakinson levelled for the home side deep into time added on to make it 1-1 and force a Carabao Cup first-round shoot-out.Stockport’s Paddy Madden struck in the 16th minute with a fine finish, meeting Akil Wright’s cross with a volley and sending the ball into the roof of the net.Anthony Musaba looked certain to l...Full Story »

Bradford saw off League Two rivals Accrington 4-1 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes.The Bantams scored all of their spot kicks, with Jack Nolan and Korede Adedoyin unable to convert theirs for Stanley.The first 45 minutes were cagey in terms of goalmouth action.The game burst to life in the first minute of added time when a Harry Lewis goal kick was flicked on to send Alex Patti...Full Story »

Middlesbrough marched into the second round of the Carabao Cup with a 3-2 victory at 10-man Huddersfield.Kian Harratt gave the hosts an early lead but Jaheim Headley’s 13th-minute red card handed Boro the initiative.And goals from Samuel Silvera, Isiah Jones and Riley McGree wrapped up victory for Michael Carrick’s visitors before Kyle Hudlin’s late consolation.Huddersfield led...Full Story »

Swansea’s top scorer of the past two seasons, Joel Piroe, struck twice to give his new boss Michael Duff his first win as the Championship side went safely into the second round of the Carabao Cup with a 3-0 home win over Northampton.The subject of much transfer speculation this summer, Piroe struck in the 10th minute when Wales international Ollie Cooper drove into the Cobblers’ box...Full Story »

Mansfield powered into the Carabao Cup second round for the first time in five years with a convincing 2-0 home win over Grimsby.Mansfield dominated the first half and led through a Lucas Akins penalty on 27 minutes, sending keeper Harvey Cartwright the wrong way after Cartwright had brought Rhys Oates down following a loose touch on a back pass.Early on, Abo Eisa made a brilliant block to deny ...Full Story »

The Rangers legend has found his adrenalin hit in the commentary box — which explains why he is one of the busiest pundits and commentators. He has proved popular working alongside Laura Woods Credit: Instagram @laurawoodsy But McCoist is also one of the most popular, blending sharp and accurate analysis with charm and quick-wit whether on breakfast radio or in the stands. He told SunSp...Full Story »

Southampton have rejected a new offer from Liverpool for midfielder Romeo Lavia. The Reds have offered £46m, including bonuses, for the Belgian - their third proposal of the summer. But Saints have rejected the bid insisting Lavia will not leave for less than £50m, says BBC Sport. Lavia was left on the bench for Southampton's victory over Sheffield Wednesday on Friday night. He j...Full Story »

Juventus are making a move for Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet. Barca have put Lenglet up for sale at €15m after he spent part of last season on-loan at Tottenham. Lenglet is keen to return to London, but Spurs are unhappy with Barca's asking price. Jijantes says Juve have now expressed interest in the Frenchman. The Bianconeri aim to propose a loan deal with the option to buy to ...Full Story »

Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar is keen to rejoin Barcelona this summer but there is an internal debate at the club around the forward's signing, sources have told ESPN, with some arguing in favour of the move and others -- including coach Xavi Hernandez -- believing the Brazil international would not fit into this Barca team. Club sources are refusing to rule out entirely the possibility of ...Full Story »

The Blues are keen to pay an initial £18.3million for the striker, 18, with his club Santos ready to cash in on a Chelsea offer for the second time this summer after selling Angelo Gabriel for £13m. Chelsea are keeping tabs on Santos wonderkid Deivid Washington Credit: Alamy Washington and his family prefer a move to England, even though it is expected the striker would then be off t...Full Story »

Andres Iniesta won't reunite with Lionel Messi in USA as he is close to joining UAE Pro League side Emirates Club FC. Iniesta set to join Emirates Club FC in UAE Won't reunite with Lionel Messi Inter Miami wanted to sign the Spaniard WHAT HAPPENED? The Barcelona legend is set to arrive in Dubai on Monday and will sign for Ras Al-Khaimah-based club Emirates Club FC, according to Fernand...Full Story »

Let's start our 7M Daily Laugh today.   FA Community Shield WinnersArsenal (4)1-1(1) Man City   Lord Maguire again   Erling Haaland was Booed by Arsenal Fans while he was walking off the pitch... ... Haaland replied them by showing "THREE FINGERS" referring to Man City's TREBLE Win.   • 2022 Community Shield: 16 touches / 3 shots / 0 Goals • 2023 Communi...Full Story »

Everton boss Sean Dyche says Dele Alli is "miles away" from returning to first team action despite being "well in himself" again. WHAT HAPPENED? Last month Dele gave an emotional interview with Gary Neville on The Overlap during which he revealed he spent six weeks in rehab over the summer due to his addiction to sleeping tablets. The 27-year-old also spoke about his traumatic childhood and m...Full Story »

An insight into the stance of Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino, regarding the club's ongoing efforts to bring Dusan Vlahovic to the club, has been provided late on Sunday. For those not aware, the name of Serbian international Vlahovic has reemerged as a major talking point in west London across the week to date. This comes after word was forthcoming that negotiations had been kicked b...Full Story »

Javier Mascherano believes Lionel Messi made the right decision by snubbing a summer move to Barcelona or Al-Hilal in favour of joining Inter Miami. WHAT HAPPENED? Having played with the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner both at Barcelona and for Argentina, few players know Messi as well as Mascherano. The former midfielder has hailed his old team-mate as the best in the world, and suggested his ...Full Story »

Tosin Adarabioyo reject Spurs move Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo has reportedly rejected a move to Tottenham Hotspur this summer, according to FootMercato. Fulham wants to part ways with Adarabioyo this summer but the defender will reportedly only move to Ligue 1 side Monaco. Barcelona want two Man City stars on loan Barcelona are eyeing a double loan swoop for Manchester City duo Berna...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta was the first victim and the first beneficiary of the new law changes after Arsenal won the Community Shield 4-1 on penalties after a 1-1 draw against Manchester City.Gunners boss Arteta was booked in the first half by referee Stuart Attwell for protesting against a decision, part of the new clampdown on the touchline behaviour of managers.But the fiery Spaniard was celebrating afte...Full Story »

New Leeds boss Daniel Farke said it was “a scandal” that his team did not take all three points after they were forced to settle for a 2-2 comeback draw against Cardiff.In their first Championship fixture following three seasons in the top flight, Leeds had to come back from two down at the interval against the Bluebirds.Crysencio Summerville bagged the leveller the hosts had richly ...Full Story »

Arsenal took home the first piece of silverware of the new season as they beat treble-winners Manchester City on penalties to lift the Community Shield.Substitute Cole Palmer appeared to have won it for City in normal time after a fine curling finish, only for an unfortunate last-gasp deflected Leandro Trossard goal to earn Arsenal a 1-1 draw and take the game to a shoot-out.The Gunners scored a...Full Story »

Manchester United produced a 'cheeseless panini' Manchester United's 'cheeseless panini' has been described as 'scrandalous' by football fans after it went viral on social media. The Red Devils were back in action on Saturday afternoon as they welcomed French side RC Lens to Old Trafford one week before the new Premier League season kicks off. And one fan decided to treat themselves to a chees...Full Story »