Allan Saint-Maximin could return to the Newcastle squad for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa.The Frenchman has played just 12 minutes of football since damaging a hamstring at the end of August, but is close to a return after stepping up his rehabilitation.Midfielder Elliot Anderson is available after recovering from a minor ankle issue, but keeper Karl Darlow (ankle), defe...Full Story »

Juventus coach Max Allegri insists their Champions League hopes aren't over. Juve need victory at Benfica on Tuesday to keep their round of 16 hopes alive. "We are not in Europa League and we are not out of the Champions League yet. We'll try to have an opportunity," Allegri said at a press conference. "Benfica have destiny in their hands, even if they lose tomorrow. Tomorrow we need a perf...Full Story »

Maxwel Cornet and Craig Dawson have an outside chance of featuring for West Ham against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Monday.Winger Cornet (calf) has been sidelined for three weeks but is now back on the grass while defender Dawson (thigh) has missed the last two matches.The Hammers are hoping midfielder Lucas Paqueta (shoulder) will be available soon, along with defender Nayef Aguerd (an...Full Story »

Max O’Leary could get a second consecutive start between the posts for Bristol City after impressing in Wednesday’s 2-1 win over Preston.Robins captain Dan Bentley also remains an option for Nigel Pearson after he was dropped in favour of the Irish keeper for the midweek clash, which saw City claim their first win in six games.Kal Naismith is making progress after suffering a calf in...Full Story »

West Ham remain without winger Maxwel Cornet for the Premier League match against Fulham at the London Stadium on Sunday.Summer signing Cornet picked up a calf strain against Wolves, and missed the Europa Conference League win at Anderlecht.Hammers boss David Moyes reported no other major selection concerns, with defender Nayef Aguerd (ankle) continuing his recovery.Fulham manager Marco Silva co...Full Story »

Allan Saint-Maximin could return to the Newcastle squad for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Brentford.The frontman has missed the last four games with a hamstring injury, but is back in training and could be included as the Magpies seek back-to-back wins for the first time this season.Midfielder Joelinton is available after shaking off the knee problem which reduced him to the ranks o...Full Story »

Former Juventus midfielder Claudio Marchisio feels coach Max Allegri should be removed. Allegri is under pressure after defeat to Monza on Sunday. "The problem is not that Juve lose, because that can happen. However, losing against Monza without a shot on goal… There's a total disconnect between the team, coach and club," Marchisio told La Domenica Sportiva. "With a strong squad, you ...Full Story »

Juventus chief Maurizio Arrivabene has denied talking up the sacking of coach Max Allegri. A video shared on social media shows Arrivabene mixing with Bianconeri supporters after lunch with Benfica directors in Turin. At some point, Arrivabene says: "Then you pay for who comes next?" The question can't be heard in the video, but it's suggested he was asked about removing Allegri. "Let's ma...Full Story »

Sheffield United have suffered an injury blow ahead of the South Yorkshire derby with Rotherham.Max Lowe has been ruled out for several weeks with a hamstring injury picked up during Sunday’s win at Hull and boss Paul Heckingbottom will be forced to change his system.Veteran striker Billy Sharp has returned to training after an ankle injury and will be assessed.The table-topping Blades are...Full Story »

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hopes to have key men Bruno Guimaraes and Allan Saint-Maximin back for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.Both men missed the heartbreaking midweek defeat at Liverpool with hamstring injuries, but could return against the Eagles.Keeper Nick Pope, who received treatment on the pitch at Anfield and record signing Alexander Isak, who came off with a ...Full Story »

Allan Saint-Maximin’s stunning late leveller rescued a point for Newcastle at Wolves and salvaged their unbeaten start.The forward struck in the final minute to snatch a 1-1 draw just as the Magpies looked to be slipping to their first defeat of the season.Ruben Neves’ screamer had given Wolves the lead but the hosts had to hold on with Elliot Anderson hitting the bar in stoppage tim...Full Story »

York picked up their first victory in four games as they ran out 1-0 winners at Maidenhead.The visitors took the lead in the 11th minute courtesy of Maxim Kouogun’s near-post header from Maziar Kouhyar’s corner.Maidenhead threatened to force an equaliser and came close when Sam Beckwith’s effort was saved by Ethan Ross in the City goal.York could have extended their lead straig...Full Story »

Juventus have made one final effort to sign Barcelona striker Memphis Depay. Sport says on Tuesday a meeting took place with members of the Turin club's sporting management - sporting director Federico Cherubini, vice-president Pavel Nedved, general director Maurizio Arrivabene and coach Massimiliano Allegri - to discuss the strikers the club should consider. Two names were on the table: Mem...Full Story »

Kane Smith and Max Clark opened their accounts for Stevenage as Steve Evans’ side ran out 2-1 winners against Carlisle at the Lamex Stadium.The pair struck in the first half to put Stevenage in control before the in-form Kristian Dennis halved the deficit on the stroke of half-time.The victory means Boro are unbeaten after their opening five league games for the first time since 2017/18, w...Full Story »

Norwich’s frustrating start to the Sky Bet Championship campaign continued as they were forced to settle for a point from a 1-1 draw with newly-promoted Wigan.Still trying to get a dismal Premier League campaign out of their systems and smarting from an opening-day defeat at Cardiff, the Canaries dominated for long periods in the Carrow Road sunshine but were unable to make their superiori...Full Story »

Harrogate have been dealt a major injury blow before their Sky Bet League Two campaign kicks off against Swindon.Summer signing Max Wright faces up to four months on the sidelines after suffering an ankle injury during a pre-season friendly against Barnsley.Town boss Simon Weaver had been impressed with Wright during his brief time at the club, but he now joins three other players on the casualt...Full Story »

Man City offered Benfica left-back GrimaldoManchester City have been offered the chance to sign Benfica left-back Alejandro Grimaldo - according to iNews. The Premier League champions could make an offer for the 26-year-old if they fail to land first-choice defensive target Marc Cucurella. Grimaldo, who has also been linked with a return to Barcelona, recorded five goals and five assists in ...Full Story »

Livingston are again without suspended goalkeeper Max Stryjek for the visit of St Johnstone on Saturday, so Ivan Konovalov is set to continue between the sticks after making his debut against Hibernian last weekend.Bruce Anderson is still out with an ankle problem, while James Penrice and Tom Parkes are out for the season following surgery.Caleb Chukwuemeka is set to return to the squad after re...Full Story »

Max Stryjek is suspended for two games and misses Livingston’s cinch Premiership clash at home to Hibernian.Russian goalkeeper Ivan Konovalov will therefore make his debut for the club as they look to extend their unbeaten run to three games.Bruce Anderson could feature after an ankle problem but James Penrice and Tom Parkes are out for the season following surgery, while the game likely c...Full Story »

Juventus coach Max Allegri laughed off doubts about his future after reaching the Coppa Italia final. Allegri went into Wednesday night's victory over Fiorentina with fresh reports of his removal. Asked if he'll be in charge next season, Allegri responded: “For the next three! Having said that, Juventus must always challenge to win. "The thing that most disappoints me is losing the he...Full Story »