Mansfield boss Nigel Clough was left to rue “a mad five minutes” as his side drew 2-2 at Hartlepool.Coasting at 2-0 up, the Stags conceded twice before the break and remain outside the League Two play-off zone on goal difference.George Lapslie and James Perch has the visitors in command, before Joe Grey and Luke Molyneux secured an unlikely comeback.Clough moaned: “It was a mad...Full Story »

John Sheridan hailed the spirit in his squad as Oldham earned a lifeline in their battle to retain Football League status with a 2-0 League Two victory over Leyton Orient on Tuesday evening.The Latics had been winless in their past eight matches going into the game, but were the better side and were deserving of the three crucial points.“There’s a lot of spirit about us tonight,&rdqu...Full Story »

Gary Bowyer feels his players are showing the same belief in promotion they did at the start of the season after they moved within four points of the play-offs with a 2-1 win over Crawley at the Peninsula Stadium.Ammies top scorer Brandon Thomas-Asante opened the scoring when he tapped home from close range after Matt Smith’s initial effort on the half-volley smashed off the post.The hosts...Full Story »

Substitute Troy Parrott spared the Republic of Ireland’s blushes with a stoppage-time winner in a narrow 1-0 victory against lowly Lithuania on a night when they had four goals disallowed for offside.The Tottenham striker, currently on loan at MK Dons, produced his third senior international strike in the nick of time after Chiedozie Ogbene twice, Conor Hourihane and Scott Hogan had seen e...Full Story »

Robbie Stockdale was relieved to end his “stickiest spell” as Rochdale manager after his side earned a 2-0 win against Carlisle at the Crown Oil Arena.Dale ended a winless run of seven games, during which they had picked up just two points and slipped closer to the relegation zone.But goals either side of the break from Liam Kelly and Conor Grant earned them some welcome breathing sp...Full Story »

Rochdale ended a seven-game winless run with a 2-0 League Two victory against Carlisle.Given their recent poor run of results, tension around the Crown Oil Arena was eased considerably by an early goal for the home side.In the 10th minute, Stephen Dooley was fouled by Corey Whelan. Liam Kelly stepped forward and slammed a low penalty into the left-hand corner of Mark Howard’s goal, his eff...Full Story »

Oldham were handed a lifeline in their quest to stay in the Football League as Callum Whelan’s late goal capped off an excellent evening to give the Latics their first win in nine games with a 2-0 victory at home to Leyton Orient.The hosts had taken the lead in the first half when Orient defender George Ray headed into his own net, breaking the deadlock after a long period of Oldham domina...Full Story »

Mansfield blew a two-goal lead and the chance to move into the play-off places as they drew 2-2 at Hartlepool.Home goalkeeper Ben Killip saved smartly from Jordan Bowery and then George Lapslie, before he was beaten.The Stags kept possession in the penalty area and Lapslie turned in from six yards in the 21st minute.They doubled their advantage four minutes later when A deep cross by Elliot Hewi...Full Story »

Hungary capitalised on a mistake from Niall McGinn to edge out Northern Ireland 1-0 at Windsor Park.Dundee winger McGinn undersold Bailey Peacock-Farrell with a back-pass, allowing Roland Sallai to nip in and score with 56 minutes gone.Up until that point Northern Ireland had looked the more dangerous side with captain Steven Davis hitting the outside of the post and McGinn himself going close, ...Full Story »

ENGLAND ace Phil Foden's family provoked complaints to police for holding a "music festival" with a blaring sound system on Mother's Day. The young star bought the six-bed, £2.85million pile in a quiet Cheshire village for his parents three years ago. Phil Foden's angry neighbours complained about a rave-style party at his mansion on Mother's DayCredit: Peter Powell Limited Phil and part...Full Story »

Atletico Madrid plan to trigger the €40m option in Antoine Griezmann's loan from Barcelona. El Desmarque report that the French forward is featuring in Atletico's plans for next season and, therefore, they will make the payment to Barça. The clause would have been activated automatically if Griezmann played 50 percent of the games which he was available for. He is currently at 66 ...Full Story »

The Poland striker's contract at Bayern expires in 2023 but the club hope to convince him to commit to an extension Robert Lewandowski has not yet decided where his future lies despite reports he has agreed to join Barcelona. Spanish outlet Sport reported on Sunday that the striker has agreed to make the switch to Camp Nou this summer as he is looking for a new challenge. The report says Ba...Full Story »

The Blaugrana have no interest in their former star, who left for Paris Saint-Germain last summer Barcelona have no interest in re-signing Lionel Messi after letting him depart to Paris Saint-Germain last summer amid financial difficulties. Club president Joan Laporta said he is not in direct communication with the player and does not see the PSG forward as an option for the Blaugrana. Mess...Full Story »

Newcastle chase Sarr According to The Sun, Newcastle United are keen on signing Watford's Ismaila Sarr this summer and it's believed he's valued at £35m. It's understood Liverpool also sent scouts to watch the winger who will reportedly leave the London club even if they manage to avoid relegation. Pepe discusses Arsenal future According to the Mirror, Nicolas Pepe said: "I am focused...Full Story »

Rochdale will be without Tahvon Campbell and James Ball for the visit of Carlisle on Tuesday.The duo were both forced off in Dale’s 1-0 defeat to Mansfield last week and missed the weekend loss to Crawley. Scans have revealed both are out for the season.Striker Campbell suffered a broken foot and midfielder Ball has sustained a groin injury which will rule them out for a number of weeks.Fo...Full Story »

Ousmane Dembele's future at Barcelona remains uncertain, but teammate Pedri is hopeful that the Frenchman will extend his deal at the Camp Nou. With links to Paris Saint-Germain surrounding the winger in recent weeks, he has found arguably his best form in all his time as a Barcelona player. "I have a very good relationship with him and he is a crazy player," Pedri told La Vanguardia. "He ha...Full Story »

Ben Chilwell has been videoed tussling with a caged tiger Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell has faced criticism from the RSPCA having been seen tussling with a caged tiger. Chilwell is believed to be in Tampa, Florida, in footage obtained by The Sun as he plays a game of tug of war with the tiger. The injured player is seen with at least three friends as they pull a rope while the tiger battles to...Full Story »

PSG are eyeing a move for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku. The Belgian is reportedly keen to leave Stamford Bridge just a season after joining from Inter Milan. Football Insiderreports that PSG have set their sights on the 28-year-old. The Parisians are looking to tinker with their attack this summer. Kylian Mbappe is entering the final months of his contract and Lionel Messi continues to be...Full Story »

THOMAS TUCHEL has been warned by Gareth Southgate that playing Conor Gallagher and Mason Mount together could lead to defensive issues for Chelsea. The England boss started the pair in the middle of the pitch alongside Liverpool's Jordan Henderson in Saturday's 2-1 friendly win against Switzerland. Gareth Southgate has declared England looked vulnerable with Mason Mount and Conor Gallagher sta...Full Story »

Roma target Man Utd full-back Dalot Roma are interested in signing Diogo Dalot from Manchester United, says La Gazzetta dello Sport. The Portugal international is not guaranteed a place in the United starting XI, having played 16 Premier League matches since his return from a loan spell at AC Milan. Roma hope to lure him back to Serie A with the promise of regular playing time. Maitland-Nile...Full Story »