James Norwood scored a first-half hat-trick as promotion-chasers Oldham thumped Tamworth 4-0 in their Vanarama National League match at Boundary Park.Former Ipswich forward Norwood put Latics ahead in the 15th minute, drilling his shot into the bottom right corner.Oldham were awarded a penalty in the 37th minute when Will Sutton was brought down after driving into the box, and Norwood fired the ...Full Story »

Philippe Clement admits it was “never an easy decision” to drop skipper James Tavernier ahead of Rangers’ 1-1 Europa League draw with Olympiacos.The 33-year-old has been almost an ever-present when fit since arriving in 2015 but there has been growing criticism over his performances this season and the Gers boss took a big decision to replace him with right-back Dujon Sterling ...Full Story »

Cambridge held off a spirited Woking performance to book their place in the second round of the FA Cup with a 1-0 away win.A second-half goal by James Brophy was the difference at the Laithwaite Community Stadium.After a largely scrappy opening, Woking were forced into a 21st minute substitution when Dennon Lewis collided with the visitors’ Jubril Okebina and needed carrying from the field...Full Story »

James Bree struck a late winner as Premier League strugglers Southampton survived a major scare by scraping into the Carabao Cup quarter-finals with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Championship side Stoke.Goals from Potters pair Ashley Phillips and Tom Cannon threatened to force a penalty shoot-out after Saints blew a two-goal lead following Taylor Harwood-Bellis’ header and Adam Armstrong&rs...Full Story »

Neil Critchley praised James Wilson’s poacher’s instinct after the 17-year-old Hearts striker stepped off the bench to score a late Edinburgh derby equaliser against Hibernian.The academy graduate latched on to a long throw and netted from close range in the 87th minute in front of almost 4000 jubilant away supporters at Easter Road to salvage a 1-1 draw after Mykola Kuharevich&rsquo...Full Story »

Teenage Hearts forward James Wilson scored a late Edinburgh derby equaliser to prevent beleaguered city rivals Hibernian leapfrogging them at the foot of the William Hill Premiership.The 17-year-old substitute pounced in the 87th minute to score his second goal in consecutive appearances and cancel out a 65th-minute opener from Hibs striker Mykola Kukharevich.The 1-1 draw was enough to maintain ...Full Story »

James Maddison compared Tottenham teenager Mikey Moore to Neymar after a dazzling second-half display in a hard-fought 1-0 win over AZ Alkmaar.Spurs stayed perfect in the Europa League with a third consecutive victory after Richarlison’s 53rd-minute penalty.It occurred after an awkward exchange between Richarlison and Maddison, which eventually saw the Brazil forward allowed to take the sp...Full Story »

Leeds boss Daniel Farke said summer signing Ao Tanaka produced a “James Bond” performance after his side’s 2-1 win against Watford at Elland Road.The Whites, who moved up to second in the Sky Bet Championship, raced into a 2-0 lead inside seven minutes as Largie Ramazani and Brenden Aaronson benefitted from two blunders by Watford goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann.The visitors were tr...Full Story »

James McClean’s double helped promotion-chasing Wrexham return to winning ways with a 4-1 victory against struggling Northampton.McClean’s early finish and Jack Marriott’s strike sandwiched Cameron McGeehan’s equaliser before half-time, with Elliot Lee and McClean putting the result beyond doubt after the break.McClean nodded the hosts ahead inside nine minutes after meet...Full Story »

Pep Guardiola picked out a number of players for praise after his Manchester City team eased to a 4-0 Champions League victory over Slovan Bratislava.Early goals from Ilkay Gundogan and Phil Foden set the 2023 winners on course for a comfortable victory in Slovakia before second-half efforts from Erling Haaland and James McAtee added gloss to Tuesday’s scoreline.Foden’s contribution ...Full Story »

Leeds-Live says Leeds are seeking a loan deal for McAtee in January. The midfielder attracted interest from Leeds over the summer after last season's loan with Sheffield United. McAtee has remained with City this term, but has struggled for minutes. As such, Leeds spy a fresh chance to bring in the youngster in January.Full Story »

Philippe Clement insists Rangers skipper James Tavernier deserved fans’ generous applause when he was substituted late in the 3-0 home Premier Sports Cup win over Dundee.The Gers skipper took the brunt of abuse for the thumping 3-0 William Hill Premiership defeat at Celtic Park at the start of the month and was confronted by one angry fan as he left Ibrox to collect his car later in the da...Full Story »

Real identify Chelsea's James as Carvajal's replacement Per HITC, Real Madrid have shown interest in signing Chelsea captain Reece James as they look to replace Dani Carvajal in their squad in the long-term. Los Blancos have remained long-time admirers of the English full-back, however, the player will have to prove his fitness if he wants to secure a move to the European Champions. Former ...Full Story »

James Husband scored a last-gasp winner to give Steve Bruce victory in his first game in charge of Blackpool as they beat Exeter 2-1 in League One.CJ Hamilton had hit what had looked like being the winner for the hosts after 20 minutes, netting after a throw-in was not dealt with by the Exeter defence.Two minutes from time, Ed Francis curled a superb free-kick into the top corner from a tight an...Full Story »

Former Real Madrid star James Rodriguez is heading back to the Spanish capital after agreeing to sign a contract with a La Liga club. Rodriguez a free agent since Sao Paulo exit Was linked with Atletico Madrid and Lazio Has opted to return to the Spanish capital WHAT HAPPENED?The 33-year-old has reached a verbal agreement with Rayo Vallecano over a one-year contract that includes an opti...Full Story »

James Henry scored twice as Aldershot beat Oldham 4-1 to inflict a first defeat for the Latics in the Vanarama National League this season.The former Millwall and Oxford striker fired the Shots into a 38th-minute lead with his second goal for the club.Henry grabbed another after 58 minutes following good work by Tyler Frost and Hady Ghandour.Oldham struck back immediately as Reagan Ogle’s ...Full Story »

James Rodriguez could be set for a return to Madrid, with Rayo Vallecano eager to sign the free-agent Colombia midfielder, sources told ESPN. The LaLiga club, based in the Vallecas neighbourhood of Madrid, have been working for weeks on adding the player of the tournament at this summer's Copa America, whom they consider the ideal star to fire up the fan base for their centenary celebrations,...Full Story »

Maidenhead slipped to a third successive Vanarama National League defeat as they went down 1-0 at home to Altrincham.Robins defender James Jones claimed the only goal of the game at York Road, heading home Elliot Osborne’s cross nine minutes before the break.Maidenhead came into the game on the back of defeats to Eastleigh and Solihull Moors.Oxford loanee Joshua Johnson threatened a second...Full Story »

New Aldershot forward James Henry denied Forest Green a comeback win with a late leveller in a thrilling 3-3 draw in their Vanarama National League opener at the EBB Stadium.The home side raced into a two-goal lead inside just 13 minutes after Hady Ghandour landed a quickfire double.However, Ryan Inniss provided Forest Green with hope when he struck midway through the opening period.Kyle McAllis...Full Story »

James Rodriguez is reportedly set to leave Sao Paulo as he eyes a return to Europe after starring for Colombia at the Copa America. WHAT HAPPENED?The former Real Madrid star showed that he still has the fire burning in his belly with several standout performances in the Copa America as he inspired his national team to a second-place finish in the continental tournament. In the process, Rodrig...Full Story »