Everton caretaker manager Duncan Ferguson empathised with fans who protested after their 1-0 home defeat to Aston Villa after admitting he was “on the floor” after the result.A 10th defeat in 14 league matches – courtesy of Emiliano Buendia’s header in first-half added time – means their 19 points from their first 20 games is their lowest total at this stage since 1...Full Story »

Chris Martin netted a double as Bristol City came from behind to earn Severnside derby bragging rights with a 3-2 Championship win over Cardiff at Ashton Gate.James Collins headed the visitors in front after 31 minutes from a cross by Tommy Doyle, who was gifted possession by a poor clearance from Han-Noah Massengo.But the lead lasted barely a minute as Andreas Weimann broke through the centre o...Full Story »

Duncan Ferguson’s second spell as Everton caretaker manager got off to the worst possible start with the club facing a likely investigation into a bottle-throwing incident during the 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa.Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard’s first appearance at Goodison Park as head coach barely featured as a sub-plot with the focus all on the ex-Toffees striker taking charg...Full Story »

Alex Lowry admitted  a dream came true when he scored a debut goal in Rangers’ 4-0 Scottish Cup fourth-round win over Stirling Albion at Ibrox.The 18-year-old midfielder replaced injured Ianis Hagi after 12 minutes of the tie and gave the home fans a glimpse of the future in the 31st minute with a well-taken finish.Skipper James Tavernier scored a penalty and then had one saved by Bin...Full Story »

Hartlepool will again be without defender Jamie Sterry through suspension for the Sky Bet League Two match against Stevenage.Sterry serves the second of a two-game ban after his red card at Bristol Rovers, with Reagan Ogle again likely to come into the backline.Striker Marcus Carver will be monitored after starting the last two games following his signing from Southport, so Joe Grey, Mark Cullen...Full Story »

Arsenal will be without two key midfielders as they welcome Burnley to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday afternoon.Both Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey are suspended for the game with the pair sent off in either leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final defeat at the hands of Liverpool.Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s involvement remains up in the air while Cedric Soares (hip), Bernd Leno (back) and Calum ...Full Story »

Harrogate boss Simon Weaver will demand a response from his side against Oldham after their 4-0 thumping at Newport last weekend.He is still without midfielder Simon Power, who has suffered a new muscle tear which is expected to keep him out for at least eight weeks.Jack Diamond remains with his parent club Sunderland, while Ryan Fallowfield, Will Smith and Aaron Martin all require late fitness ...Full Story »

Andreas Christensen will miss Chelsea’s Premier League clash with Tottenham at Stamford Bridge due to continued Covid-19 isolation.Trevoh Chalobah is closing in on a return after a thigh problem but Sunday’s encounter will come too soon.Reece James is also on the comeback trail after a hamstring strain but is still some way off a playing return.Tottenham have Eric Dier available afte...Full Story »

Victor Lindelof will be absent for Manchester United’s Premier League clash with West Ham as he supports his family following a break-in.The Sweden international’s house was burgled during Wednesday’s 3-1 win at Brentford, with his wife locking herself and two children in a room. Cristiano Ronaldo was taken off in that match and is a doubt with a neck issue, while fellow vetera...Full Story »

Lewis Travis could be back available for selection when Blackburn host Middlesbrough in the Sky Bet Championship.Blackburn boss Tony Mowbray is hopeful the midfielder will be able to return to the squad after missing games against Cardiff and Hull due to illness.Striker Ben Brereton Diaz will miss the Boro clash after being selected for the Chile squad ahead of their World Cup qualifiers.Harry P...Full Story »

Scunthorpe will be without Hayden Hackney for the Sky Bet League Two match against Newport as the midfielder starts a six-match ban.The 19-year-old, on loan from Middlesbrough, has been sanctioned by the Football Association after admitting to a charge of spitting at an opponent during the Iron’s game with Exeter last weekend.Luke Matheson should continue at right-back having made his debu...Full Story »

Sheffield United forward Oli McBurnie is hoping to prove his fitness for Saturday’s Sky Bet Championship clash with Luton.The Scot is nearing a return after a spell out with injury and Covid-19.George Baldock and John Fleck are also back in training after lay-offs, but it is not clear if they will be in contention to face the Hatters.Defender Baldock has been out of action for a month whil...Full Story »

Bristol City are set to be without Matty James for Saturday’s Severnside derby with Cardiff at Ashton Gate.James has suffered a recurrence of the foot problem that kept him out of action in November.Fellow midfielder Joe Williams is set to be involved in a Robins squad for the first time in two months after recovering from a hamstring problem.Williams’ return further boosts boss Nige...Full Story »

Barcelona's dismal season hit yet another low after they crashed out of the Copa Del Rey to Athletic Club, losing 3-2 after extra time at San Mames. Xavi Hernandez's side were second best for much of the Round of 16 encounter, with their ageing defence tested time and again by the pace and trickery of Nico Williams. And though they showed fight to twice get back on terms, Iker Muniain's late...Full Story »

Arsenal are still in for Fiorentina forward Dusan Vlahovic, with the man himself apparently making a u-turn over his stance on the transfer. Over the course of the last few weeks, Mikel Arteta has ramped up his interest in the 21-year-old striker, with a number of his current options looking frozen from current plans. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is infamously on the naughty step, following the ...Full Story »

Hibernian endured a long and frustrating evening at Easter Road before eventually defeating cinch League One side Cove Rangers 1-0 after extra time to reach the fifth round of the Scottish Cup.Shaun Maloney’s side struggled badly in the absence of Saudi Arabia-bound talisman Martin Boyle, but substitute Kevin Nisbet spared their blushes with the only goal of the night in the 112th minute.A...Full Story »

Morecambe will check on the fitness of defender Greg Leigh ahead of Saturday’s visit of Sky Bet League One leaders Wycombe.Leigh was forced off during Tuesday’s loss to Wigan but manager Stephen Robinson was hopeful it was only a minor issue.Callum Jones left the Lancashire club earlier in the week after being recalled from his loan by Hull but the Shrim...Full Story »

Swansea will again be without Jamie Paterson at home to Preston.Paterson has scored eight goals since joining as a free agent in the summer,  but the former Bristol City forward has told Swansea he is not in the right frame of mind to play.The 30-year-old missed the 1-1 draw at Huddersfield last weekend and could now leave the Welsh club this month.Otherwise Russell Martin has a fully-fit s...Full Story »

Watford are missing seven players for Friday’s visit of fellow Premier League strugglers Norwich, with five-goal attacker Ismaila Sarr still in Spain for treatment on a knee injury.The Senegal international has been sidelined since November but went to Barcelona recently to continue his recovery programme with an anticipated return pencilled in for next month.Hornets boss Claudio Ranieri r...Full Story »

Rotherham boss Paul Warne has close to a fully-fit squad to select from for the visit of Cheltenham.The Millers have no new injury concerns, having seen their game with Lincoln on Tuesday postponed due to a frozen pitch.Defender Angus MacDonald played in the reserves in midweek after a long lay-off but is not expected to be involved against the Robins.Curtis Tilt is also unlikely to be included ...Full Story »