Rob Edwards admitted the contributions of Emmanuel Dennis and Ismaila Sarr were key to Watford marking the manager’s first game in charge with a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United.The future of the two forwards remains uncertain but the pair combined to set up the decisive goal that was converted by Joao Pedro in the 56th minute.Edwards was keen to highlight the spirit and commitment of his...Full Story »

Joao Pedro’s second-half goal earned Watford a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United and ensured Rob Edwards’ side made a winning start to life back in the Championship.The Hornets slipped out of the Premier League last season having failed to win any of their last 13 league games at Vicarage Road.But with Edwards in charge for his first game since being appointed manager this summer, th...Full Story »

Bayern Munich have hit out at Barcelona as the fallout over Robert Lewandowski's move continues. Hasan Salihamidzic, sporting director of the Munich club, who had words for president Joan Laporta and Lewandowski after the Polish international had criticised Bayern's handling of his exit. "The club tried to find arguments to sell me to another club," Lewandowski told ESPN earlier this week. ...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo left the stadium before the end of Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano after being substituted at half-time. Ronaldo, 37, made his comeback against the Spanish side after missing United's tour of Thailand and Australia to deal with a family issue. He started the game before being replaced after the first 45 minutes. He was pictured leaving Old Trafford before t...Full Story »

Steven Hammell will have talks with Motherwell directors next week after cutting short his summer holidays to mastermind victory over St Mirren.The club’s academy director was installed as interim manager on Friday after Graham Alexander departed in the wake of the European exit at the hands of Sligo Rovers.A difficult week ended in celebration for the Motherwell fans after Kevin van Veen&...Full Story »

Alex Neil admitted Viktor Gyokeres’ equaliser in Sunderland’s 1-1 draw with Coventry proved the difference between playing in the Championship and life in League One.Sunderland looked to be heading for an opening-weekend victory when Jack Clarke headed home Lynden Gooch’s cross to open the scoring in the 12th minute at the Stadium of Light.The Black Cats soaked up Coventry pres...Full Story »

Manchester United will welcome the last opponents in the warm-up match against La Liga club Vallecano. This is also the first performance of Man Utd led by Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford. Cristiano Ronaldo, who failed to participate in the pre-season training due to "family reasons", has resumed training and confirmed on social media that he will play this game, but it is very likely that he will...Full Story »

Two West Brom new boys combined to earn a 1-1 draw at Middlesbrough during an entertaining opening game of the Sky Bet Championship season at the Riverside.John Swift, who moved to the Hawthorns after his Reading contract expired, was in the perfect place to turn in his first goal for the Baggies five minutes after half-time.That goal, laid on by another summer recruit, former Millwall man Jed W...Full Story »

Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes felt his team more than merited their opening-day 1-1 draw against Dundee United.More than 8,000 crammed into Rugby Park to see Ash Taylor’s late equaliser cancel out Dylan Levitt’s opening goal for the visitors, who had Ian Harkes sent off midway through the second half.This was Kilmarnock’s first game back in the Premiership after winning promoti...Full Story »

Swansea boss Russell Martin was not surprised by Harry Darling’s wonder goal which earned a 1-1 draw with Rotherham.Centre-half Darling celebrated his Swans debut with a 25-yard scorcher that found the top corner and cancelled out Chiedozie Ogbene’s early opener.Both sides had chances to win it in the second half, with Michael Obafemi missing an open goal for Swansea while Ogbene and...Full Story »

Jonson Clarke-Harris scored twice as Peterborough hit back from two goals down to start the season with a 3-2 win at Cheltenham.The home side, under new head coach Wade Elliott, deservedly went in 2-0 up at half-time thanks to an own goal and Alfie May’s strike.Dan Nlundulu caused problems for Posh and he provided the low ball that was turned into his own net by Frankie Kent after 30 minut...Full Story »

Harry Darling’s stunning strike earned Swansea a 1-1 draw at Rotherham but they had goalkeeper Andy Fisher to thank for keeping the point.The centre-half marked his debut in fine style as he crashed a 25-yard effort into the top corner to cancel out Cheidozie Ogebene’s opener for the Millers.Ogbene, who has been linked with a summer move to the Swans, nodded his side into an early le...Full Story »

Head coach John Rankin was sent to the stand as 10-man Hamilton had to settle for a point in a 1-1 draw at home to Morton.Accies opened the scoring in the 12th minute through Andy Ryan’s close-range header from Brian Easton’s cross.The home side found themselves reduced to 10 men after 38 minutes when Shaun Want, who had been booked in the opening seconds for his part in a melee, was...Full Story »

Wigan picked up a point on their Sky Bet Championship return after being held to a goalless draw by a Preston side who had substitute Ched Evans sent off late on.The Latics, last season’s League One champions, started well and asked several questions of their established second-tier opponents.Preston could not clear a corner and, after a scramble, Jack Whatmough’s shot was diverted j...Full Story »

Ryan Haynes marked his debut with a late winner as Northampton started the new season with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Colchester at Sixfields.Sam Hoskins twice put the Cobblers in front but both times Colchester hit back, only for Haynes to pop up with an 89th-minute winner.Northampton controlled the first half and they deservedly moved in front after 27 minutes when Danny Hylton’s subli...Full Story »

Luton were held to a 0-0 draw by a dogged Birmingham in their Sky Bet Championship opener at Kenilworth Road this afternoon.The hosts came close to breaking the deadlock in the sixth minute when James Bree’s free-kick saw goalkeeper John Ruddy clear with his legs, Jordan Clark lashing the rebound over from the edge of the box.Summer signing Luke Freeman had the next chance for the Hatters....Full Story »

A Mitch Megginson double earned Scottish Championship newcomers Cove a 2-0 win over Raith.Rangers were promoted from League One last season and this victory sent them top of the fledgling Championship table.Megginson opened the scoring after eight minutes, tucking the ball home from close range.Liam Dick had the chance to equalise for Raith, but his shot was well-saved before Jamie Gullan’...Full Story »

Hotspur are now firing on all cylinders, having signed six new players during the summer window, as manager Antonio Conte prepares his squad for their final pre-season friendly against AS Roma. Conte and Mourinho have faced off on a number of occasions in the past and now the former and current managers of the north London club will meet again in a warm-up match, making for an interesting wat...Full Story »

Cristiano Ronaldo could play his first match under new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag after the Portuguese forward said 'the King' will be available for Sunday's friendly game against Rayo Vallecano. ESPN reported earlier this month that the Portugal international had handed in a transfer request due to his desire to play in the Champions League. Ronaldo held talks at United's traini...Full Story »

Vincent Kompany’s reign as Burnley boss got off to a winning start with a 1-0 victory at Huddersfield in the opening match of the new Sky Bet Championship season.On-loan Chelsea winger Ian Maatsen marked his Clarets debut with the only goal of the game as Burnley secured three points on their return to the second tier following six seasons of top-flight football.Huddersfield were a pale sh...Full Story »