Tranmere duo Jay Spearing and Nicky Maynard are both pushing for starts in Saturday’s League Two clash at home to Carlisle.Midfielder Spearing and striker Maynard were both unused substitutes for last weekend’s defeat at Colchester following injury but are set to be fit enough to start.Midfielder Kieron Morris, who has been out with a shoulder issue, is also ready to return.Forward P...Full Story »

Bristol Rovers are again expected to be without Antony Evans and Nick Anderton for the Sky Bet League Two match against Bradford.Midfielder Evans (calf) and left-back Anderton, who failed a late fitness test on a muscle problem, both missed the defeat at Carlisle, which saw Rovers’ four-game winning run come to an end.Defender Josh Grant could make a welcome return to the squad if he comes...Full Story »

RALF RANGNICK was a surprise guest at England's cricket match against the West Indies in sunny Barbados. The Manchester United interim boss was pictured in the stands on day four of the Second Test - but some fans reckon the trip could be for business rather than pleasure. Rangick pictured in Barbados alongside GreenidgeCredit: Twitter @windiescricket Rangnick, 63, was pictured alongside lege...Full Story »

Manchester United are reportedly close to firing interim manager Ralf Rangnick after accepting they made a mistake by letting him take over from former boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last year. That’s according to a recent report from Spanish outlet AS, who claims that although the German tactician was set to manage the side until the end of the season and then take up a consultancy role, th...Full Story »

Ralf Rangnick accused the officials of making it “pretty easy” for Atletico Madrid to run down the clock with their “time-wasting antics” as Manchester United tumbled out of the Champions League.Three weeks on from securing a scarcely-deserved 1-1 draw in Spain, Old Trafford was rocking as the Red Devils attempted to reach the quarter-finals for just the third time in a d...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag is ready to become Manchester United's next manager and Ralf Rangnick is backing the Dutchman as his replacement in the dugout, according to reports. Ten Hag has built a reputation as one of Europe's best tactical thinkers in his four years with Ajax, whom he has led to two Eredivisie titles. The Dutch giants are on course to win the league again this term and were only denied anot...Full Story »

Nicke Kabamba scored in the dying seconds as Woking snatched a 1-0 home victory over Maidenhead.The Cards started the brighter of the two sides and could have had the opener after 20 minutes when Inih Effiong prodded just wide following some good play between Max Kretzschmar and Rohan Ince.The second half turned into a rather scrappy affair as both sides failed to get a grip of the game.Another ...Full Story »

Candy, 47, is one of several interested parties that has expressed a desire to purchase the Blues after Abramovich announced he was selling the club for £3billion. Chelsea's owner Abramovich has been hit with a number of sanctions that prevent him from selling the club for profit Credit: PA It was reported that the avid Blues fan and property developer is talking to a number of American i...Full Story »

Manchester United caretaker boss Ralf Rangnick admits he's a fan of Ajax coach Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman and Mauricio Pochettino are among the candidates to become the long-term successor to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Rangnick is due to see out his time as temporary boss until the end of the season before undertaking a consultancy role at the club from July 1. Rangnick told Sky Sports: "So far w...Full Story »

Ralf Rangnick is under no illusion about the chasm between Manchester United and Manchester City after a derby defeat that led former captain Roy Keane to accuse players of throwing in the towel.There was a party atmosphere around the Etihad Stadium on Sunday as Pep Guardiola’s reigning champions ran amok against their neighbours, regaining their six-point advantage over second-placed Live...Full Story »

Ralf Rangnick is questioning whether Cristiano Ronaldo can handle another season with Manchester United. The Manchester Evening News says Rangnick has major reservations about the prospect of Ronaldo spearheading United's attack next season. Sources say Rangnick's patience is wearing thin with Ronaldo, who has managed one goal in his last 10 games and appears to be drained of confidence for ...Full Story »

Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick expressed his frustration at more profligacy from his team after the 0-0 draw with Watford at Old Trafford.Cristiano Ronaldo, who hit a post and had an effort ruled out for offside early on, Bruno Fernandes and Paul Pogba were among those who failed to make the most of opportunities in a contest that saw United create many while bossing possession.The...Full Story »

Bristol Rovers are assessing Nick Anderton ahead of Saturday’s League Two home clash with Exeter.The defender sat out the 2-0 win at Leyton Orient on Tuesday after feeling unwell in the warm-up but was able to take part in training on Thursday.Josh Grant (knee) could be back involved for the Pirates while recent signing Jon Nolan is closing in on his debut, but Alfie Kilgour, Trevor Clarke...Full Story »

Ralf Rangnick wants other Manchester United players to take a leaf out of Anthony Elanga’s book after the exciting teenage talent came off the bench to snatch a fortunate Champions League draw at Atletico Madrid.Having secured a thrilling Premier League win at rivals Leeds on Sunday, the Red Devils stumbled in Spain and were facing defeat after Joao Felix’s early bullet header.United...Full Story »

Stoke midfielder Nick Powell could return to the side for Wednesday night’s Sky Bet Championship showdown with Luton.Powell missed Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Birmingham with a hamstring problem, but is back in training and is in contention.Central midfielder Romaine Sawyers could also figure following a 10-game lay-off with a thigh injury, while striker Josh Maja (Covid-19) and defende...Full Story »

Manchester United FA Cup winner Paul McGrath says he's heard Ralf Rangnick is set for a director's job with the club. McGrath wrote for the Sunday World: "The word is that Ralf Rangnick has a guaranteed two further seasons with Manchester United 'upstairs' as a Director of Football. "For me, he is halfway up the stairs already, because the players are not putting in a shift for the German. ...Full Story »

Ralf Rangnick was proud of his players’ togetherness and maturity as Manchester United survived a Leeds comeback to win a thrilling War of the Roses clash.Elland Road’s first Premier League clash between these old foes in front of fans since 2003 lived up to the billing in torrential rain on Sunday afternoon in West Yorkshire.Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes put Manchester United tw...Full Story »

Stoke midfielder Nick Powell faces a fitness test ahead of the visit of Birmingham in the Sky Bet Championship.Powell limped out of last weekend’s draw against Nottingham Forest with a hamstring strain but the injury is not thought to be too serious.Striker Tyrese Campbell picked up a knee problem against Swansea earlier this month but has returned to training and hopes to be involved.Midf...Full Story »

Ralf Rangnick was delighted by Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance as Manchester United kickstarted their Champions League qualification quest with a much-needed win against 10-man Brighton.Having blown half-time leads to draw three straight matches in all competitions, the Red Devils desperately needed to put three points on the board at Old Trafford on Tuesday.Brighton flew out of the blocks...Full Story »

Nicky Featherstone is back in contention for Hartlepool’s clash with Tranmere at the Suit Direct Stadium.The 33-year-old was sent off in Pools’ 0-0 draw with Exeter last month and has served a three-match suspension, but new signing Bryn Morris has impressed in the skipper’s absence and could keep his place.Hartlepool have won their last two League Two matches playing a 4-3-3 f...Full Story »