Dundee United recovered from their 9-0 defeat to Celtic and the subsequent sacking of manager Jack Ross to defeat Livingston 2-1 and book their place in the last eight of the Premier Sports Cup.First-half goals from Steven Fletcher and Ian Harkes had the visitors well in control before the home side, who dominated the second half, got one back from Kurtis Guthrie to make it more tense.With the h...Full Story »

Kevin van Veen helped himself to a hat-trick as Motherwell breezed into the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals with a comprehensive 4-0 win over Inverness.The Dutch striker scored for the fourth game in a row in the ninth minute with a close-range finish at Fir Park.Caley skipper Danny Devine put through his own goal after 26 minutes before Van Veen scored from the spot in the 38th and 66th minut...Full Story »

Sergio Aguero had a priceless reaction to getting Lionel Messi in a pack of Panini World Cup stickers. The showpiece, taking place in the winter for the first time ever, kicks off in Qatar in 82 days time. Already, the traditional World Cup sticker book has been released to get fans well and truly in the mood. There are 670 stickers to collect, including 50 silver foil versions, and former M...Full Story »

Thomas Tuchel has told Chelsea to “toughen up” in the wake of a chastening 2-1 Premier League defeat at Southampton.Romeo Lavia and Adam Armstrong fired Saints to a fully-deserved St Mary’s Stadium victory, inflicting Chelsea’s second defeat in their first five league encounters.Raheem Sterling slotted his third goal in two games to put Chelsea into an early lead, but the...Full Story »

Vincent Kompany believes he has added a vital new piece to his squad jigsaw on the day Burnley moved up into third place in the Championship with a 2-0 win over Millwall.The Clarets struck in the second half as substitute Manuel Benson provided the spark, crossing for Vitinho to nod in his first goal for the club before Jay Rodriguez wrapped it up by pouncing when Josh Brownhill’s shot bou...Full Story »

Rob Edwards declared he was optimistic Ismaila Sarr and Joao Pedro will not be sold by Watford this week after the pair helped the Hornets to a 2-1 comeback win over Middlesbrough.Pedro set up Sarr for Watford’s first goal midway through the first half after Rodrigo Muniz had headed Boro into an early lead.Substitute Vakoun Bayo won it in stoppage time with Pedro also involved as Watford m...Full Story »

Giovanni van Bronckhorst revealed he detected a changed attitude from Alfredo Morelos in his sit-down talks with the Rangers striker.The Gers boss was speaking after the 3-1 Premier Sports Cup last-16 win over Queen of the South at Ibrox where Scott Arfield grabbed a double for the much-changed home side, with 18-year-old striker Robbie Ure scoring on his debut.Morelos, serving a second game of ...Full Story »

Marco Silva hailed the “unbelievable” Aleksandar Mitrovic after his goal helped Fulham continue their impressive start to the season with a 2-1 win over Brighton.The Serbia forward struck his fifth goal of the season shortly after half-time to break the deadlock for the home side.Fulham then quickly doubled their lead when Lewis Dunk turned an Andreas Pereira cross into his own net.A...Full Story »

Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira insists he is not contemplating losing star man Wilfried Zaha before the transfer deadline.Zaha, who has been linked with London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal, emphasised his value to Palace with a stunning opener in Tuesday’s 1-1 Premier League draw with Brentford.The in-form forward has now hit four goals in as many games this term but was ultimately left ...Full Story »

Vakoun Bayo was Watford’s last-gasp goal hero as the Hornets marked 100 years at Vicarage Road with a 2-1 victory over Middlesbrough.Rodrigo Muniz marked his first Boro start with an early opener before Ismaila Sarr levelled midway through the first half.And summer signing Bayo, who cost £5million from Charleroi, struck deep into stoppage time to win it for Rob Edwards’ hosts.A...Full Story »

Aleksandar Mitrovic struck again for Fulham as they brought Brighton’s unbeaten start to the season to an end with a 2-1 win at Craven Cottage.The Serbia forward had already exceeded his tally of three in Fulham’s last Premier League season and he netted his fifth of the new campaign shortly after half-time to break the deadlock.The hosts added another almost immediately afterwards w...Full Story »

Luton’s habit of winning in south Wales continued as the Hatters triumphed 2-1 at Cardiff.Luke Freeman and Gabriel Osho scored second-half goals as Luton and their Rhondda-born manager Nathan Jones won in this part of the world for the fourth time since February.Romaine Sawyers gave Cardiff hope by drilling home low from 25 yards five minutes from time, but it could not prevent Steve Moris...Full Story »

In-form QPR beat Hull 3-1 at Loftus Road after a superb first-half display blew away the visitors.Ilias Chair, Ethan Laird and the fit-again Chris Willock scored for Mick Beale’s side before half-time, as they followed up Saturday’s win at Watford with another impressive victory.Tyler Smith netted a consolation for the Tigers with five minutes remaining.Hull have made a decent start ...Full Story »

Mark Robins has no new injury concerns as Coventry prepare to host their first home league game of the season, with Preston the visitors to the CBS Arena.A poor playing surface has meant the Sky Blues have not fulfilled a Championship fixture at home so far this term as they also aim for their first win of the campaign after receiving EFL clearance to resume hosting matches.Callum O’Hare (...Full Story »

New Stoke boss Alex Neil will pick the team for the first time as he prepares to launch his reign against Swansea in the Sky Bet Championship.The former Sunderland head coach took up his role as Michael O’Neill’s replacement on Sunday, a day after witnessing the Potters’ 1-0 win at Blackburn from the stands, and has promised his players a clean slate.However, the Scot has inher...Full Story »

Arsenal will be without Mohamed Elneny for the visit of Aston Villa.The Egypt midfielder replaced Thomas Partey (thigh) for the weekend win over Fulham but suffered a hamstring injury of his own during the game.It means the pair will miss Wednesday’s match but Oleksandr Zinchenko (knee) does have a chance of being involved.Villa hope to welcome back Tyrone Mings after the England centre-ba...Full Story »

According to Mundo Deportivo, Thomas Meunier has reached a verbal agreement with Barcelona and he is waiting for Borussia Dortmund to let him go. Meunier currently needs to wait for Dortmund and Barcelona to discuss the transfer fee, after which he will complete his medical examination. According to previous news, the Bundesliga club's asking price for the fullback is as high as 15 million eu...Full Story »

The Leeds United winger is wanted by Spurs who want to add another attacker to their frontline before the window shuts. Daniel James in action for Leeds United Credit: Getty According to Fabrizio Romano, Antonio Conte's side are discussing a loan deal with an option-to-buy. Everton have also submitted an enquiry over the Welshman's availability. However, Leeds would also be more than happy t...Full Story »

Barkley was at best a bit part player at Chelsea and consequently they were considering ripping up his £110,000 per week contract - as SunSport revealed on Saturday. Ross Barkley in action for Chelsea Credit: Getty And earlier today The Blues announced the termination of his contract. However, according to Alan Nixon Barkley could soon join Scottish side Rangers. Rangers, who recently q...Full Story »

Three goals in five second-half minutes earned Maidstone a 3-1 win and sent Aldershot bottom of the National League.After a goalless first half, the visitors took a 49th-minute lead from the penalty spot as Regan Booty converted following a foul on Jack Barham.Barham headed home two minutes later before Bivesh Gurung nodded in a third in the 54th minute.Justin Amaluzor quickly responded with a l...Full Story »