Read two match previews as the Championship is set to return this weekend, with a west London derby on show while West Brom can go top – at least momentarily – with a win over their local rivals Birmingham City later on Saturday. Continue reading
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Coronavirus: PL, EFL medical staff angry while Serie A return date delayed
A high percentage of medical staff in the Premier League and EFL are angry about the lack of consultation they’ve received as plans to resume action in England continue to intensify. Meanwhile in Italy, Serie A’s return date has been delayed. Continue reading
Wayne Rooney says it’s a disgrace to target players during coronavirus crisis
Derby County captain and Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has described the current situation surrounding the coronavirus pandemic a disgrace, with players facing public pressure to accept a pay cut.
Borussia Dortmund close to €35m move for Birmingham City wonderkid Jude Bellingham
According to reports, the Bundesliga giants are edging closer to a €35m (£30.3m) move for one of England’s hottest prospects – fending off Premier League interest in the process. Continue reading
Queens Park Rangers vs Stoke City Preview: Battle teetering near the bottom awaits
Stoke travel to west London this Saturday with an important six-pointer against a struggling QPR side, who are on a five-match winless run across all competitions and find themselves just five points ahead of the Potters before kick-off. Continue reading
Ollie Watkins, Aleksandar Mitrovic score 20th league goals in wins for Brentford and Fulham
Brentford forward Ollie Watkins and Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic proved matchwinners in Saturday’s 3pm kick-offs – boosting their promotion push with narrow wins over Middlesbrough and Blackburn Rovers respectively. Continue reading
QPR 1-0 Leeds United: Nahki Wells’ controversial winner stings wasteful Whites
Nahki Wells’ dubious 20th-minute strike was enough for QPR to snatch a hard-fought three points against promotion hopefuls Leeds, who have now lost three successive games and won just one in their last eight across all competitions.
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Arteta is honest as Nelson and Lacazette speak after Arsenal scrape past Leeds
Goalscorer Reiss Nelson and Man of the Match Alexandre Lacazette revealed Mikel Arteta’s inspired half-time teamtalk did wonders for a lethargic Arsenal, who won despite a scare by a bullish Leeds side during their FA Cup tie on Monday evening. Continue reading
Middlesbrough complete double loan swoop for City pair Roberts and Nmecha
Middlesbrough have completed a shrewd pair of loan deals ahead of their FA Cup tie with Tottenham this weekend – signing Manchester City winger Patrick Roberts and versatile forward Lukas Nmecha until the end of the 2019-20 campaign.
Stoke City vs Blackburn Rovers Preview: Potters aim for return to winning ways
Stoke will be hoping for a swift response after their 1-0 defeat by Cardiff on Tuesday, hosting Blackburn Rovers this weekend. Bumper match preview ahead… Continue reading
Barnsley vs Stoke Preview: Early relegation six-pointer, both need points
Adam Murray will look to earn his first victory as Barnsley caretaker manager at the fifth time of asking this weekend, when they host fellow strugglers Stoke in an early relegation six-pointer at Oakwell. Continue reading
Gerry Taggart endorses Stoke-bound Michael O’Neill as speculation intensifies
Following Nathan Jones’ dismissal last Friday, Stoke were linked with a whole host of managerial candidates. However, former Northern Ireland and Potters defender Gerry Taggart has endorsed Michael O’Neill with his compatriot poised to take charge this weekend. Continue reading
