Manchester United will trigger a 12-month option on Marcus Rashford’s contract before Christmas if they fail to agree a new five-year deal with the England striker. There is concern at Old Trafford about Rashford’s future, as he’s out of contract at the end of the season. Talks are ongoing on a new deal, but no agreement has been struck yet. And United are aware that megabucks...Full Story »

Shrewsbury boss Steve Cotterill hailed a “magnificent” performance from injured goalkeeper Marko Marosi after his side’s 2-1 victory over basement boys Burton.Marosi pulled off a string of fine saves, either side of dislocating a finger, to ensure a precious three points at New Meadow.Opposition manager Dino Maamria labelled it “probably the best performance I’ve se...Full Story »

Bradford boss Mark Hughes expects the goals to flow for Vadaine Oliver after his first for the club snatched a last-gasp 2-2 draw against AFC Wimbledon.The summer signing from Gillingham has had to wait for his chance behind leading scorer Andy Cook, but his stoppage-time equaliser preserved Bradford’s unbeaten home recordHughes, who saw his side surrender an early lead to trail 2-1, said:...Full Story »

Cambridge boss Mark Bonner praised his side’s spirit as they came from behind to beat struggling Morecambe at the Mazuma Stadium.Morecambe started well and took the lead in the 12th minute with a low strike from Jensen Weir.The former Cambridge loanee ran on to Kieran Phillips’s neat lay-off before beating Dimitar Mitov low to his left.The U’s levelled the scores just after the...Full Story »

Marcus Dackers’ penalty earned 10-man Southend a 1-0 victory at Wealdstone in the National League.Teenager Dackers had the best chance of the first half with a header from a corner that struck the bar.Collin Andeng-Ndi denied Dom Hutchinson as Wealdstone pressed early in the second half but it was Southend who scored the only goal in the 62nd minute, Dackers converting after Olufela Olomol...Full Story »

Josh March could again be missing for Forest Green’s Sky Bet League One clash against Exeter.March has been absent for the last three matches with a knee injury.After sitting out the midweek Papa Johns Trophy win at Newport, Connor Wickham is set to return as he chases his third goal in as many matches.Baily Cargil (ankle) and Udoka Godwin-Malife (hamstring) are likely to be absent.Exeter ...Full Story »

GERMANY'S preparations for the World Cup face being thrown into disarray by the team's Wags. With many hotels in the country already fully booked throughout the tournament, the German management team are "despairing" over where the squad's partners and families will stay. Germany are having a nightmare booking accommodation for their WagsCredit: Reuters Model Izabel Goulart was previously a V...Full Story »

Ivan Toney has hit back in his war of words with Arsenal on social media after accusing rival Gabriel of embarrassing himself. England newcomer Toney was mocked by the defender and Arsenal supporters on Twitter last weekend in the wake of Brentford's 3-0 home defeat to Mikel Arteta's men. Gabriel rubbed salt into Toney's wounds when he tweeted after the game: "Nice kick about with the boys."...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 »

David Martindale insists he is paying no attention to the cinch Premiership table at this stage of the season despite seeing his side rise to third thanks to a 1-0 win over Kilmarnock.Cristian Montano’s third goal of the campaign proved to be enough to see the Lions record three successive home league wins for the first time since February 2020.After claiming 12 points from their opening s...Full Story »

Relieved Liam Manning was delighted with his side’s response after MK Dons’ battling 2-1 win at Oxford.The Dons dragged themselves out of the Sky Bet League One relegation zone as they bounced back from Tuesday night’s disappointing defeat to Bolton at the Kassam Stadium.Matt Smith opened the scoring on the stroke of half-time before Will Grigg’s late penalty seemingly pu...Full Story »

Coventry manager Mark Robins accused Gustavo Hamer of having an “absolutely ridiculous” disciplinary record and said the midfielder must learn after his red card in the goalless draw with Birmingham at St Andrew’s.Hamer now faces a four-match ban following his second dismissal in five games in just over a month after also seeing red in a 3-2 defeat at Millwall on August 13.The ...Full Story »

Bradford boss Mark Hughes feels his in-form centre-forward Andy Cook is not getting enough support from referees.Cook added another two goals to his impressive early-season haul as the Bantams made it four wins out of five by beating Stevenage.His double in the 3-0 victory at Valley Parade means he is up to 11 in all competitions for Hughes’ side, who are now up to fifth in Sky Bet League ...Full Story »

Adam Marriott scored either side of half-time to help Bromley record their fifth win of the season with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Maidstone at Hayes Lane.The hosts hit the front in the 15th minute when Omar Sowunmi scrambled the ball into the net from close range after a corner.They doubled their lead on the stroke of half-time when Corey Whitely’s drilled ball into the box was met by...Full Story »

Mark Reynolds’ late double rescued a point for Cove Rangers as they drew 2-2 with Partick Thistle.Thistle were 2-0 up with 10 minutes to go before Reynolds scored twice in four minutes, but the point was enough for Partick to go top of the Scottish Championship on goal difference.Thistle took the lead in the 16th minute when Steven Lawless smashed the ball into the top corner.Jack McMillan...Full Story »

Leyton Orient extended their lead at the top of Sky Bet League Two to four points thanks to a goal by central defender Omar Beckles in a 1-0 win over Walsall.Ruel Sotiriou squandered a wonderful chance to put the home side in front after just 70 seconds when he seized onto a back pass by Emmanuel Monthe but dallied and the chance went begging.The first half proved a tame affair with Orient, desp...Full Story »

Livingston welcome back defender Jack Fitzwater from suspension for Saturday’s cinch Premiership match at home to Kilmarnock.Morgan Boyes, James Penrice and Bruce Anderson are all back in contention after their recent injury lay-offs.Tom Parkes, who is out long term with a serious knee problem, is the only absentee.Defender Ash Taylor is suspended for the trip to West Lothian after being s...Full Story »

Bobby Thomas and Jordan Rossiter are suspended for Bristol Rovers’ game at home to Lincoln.Boss Joey Barton will have Alfie Kilgour available, though, after the club successfully appealed against his red card at Ipswich in mid-week.Harry Anderson was forced off early with an injury against Ipswich and is a doubt.Lewis Gibson, James Connolly and James Gibbons have all been carrying injuries...Full Story »

Forest Green will need to check on the fitness of Josh March for the visit of Morecambe in Sky Bet League One on Saturday.March missed the 1-1 draw at Charlton with a knee injury, having netted in the victory over Accrington.Strike partner Connor Wickham scored in the midweek stalemate where Jordan Moore-Taylor was back after a recent injury issue.Baily Cargil (ankle), Udoka Godwin-Malife (hamst...Full Story »

James Rodriguez is set to join Greek club Olympiacos with the 31-year-old Colombian midfielder moving after a spell with Qatar's Al-Rayyan SC. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Colombian will land in Athens today to finalise the deal. The player wanted to return to Europe to return to his best form after spending a year in Qatar. During the summer transfer window, there was specu...Full Story »