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“A huge talent” – Pundit makes Joao Pedro claim as Newcastle interest in Watford man resurfaces

Watford will be looking to build upon their recent victory over Birmingham City when they face Wigan Athletic at Vicarage Road this weekend. The Hornets proved to be too strong for their opponents last night as goals from Imran Louza,…

“Obviously has talent” – Should Crystal Palace reignite interest in Swansea player after January near-miss? The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict‘ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more… Crystal Palace held…

“We want to change it” – Carlos Corberan identifies where West Brom need to improve

West Bromwich Albion boss Carlos Corberan believes his side needs to improve their away form if they want to stop the negative momentum that’s building against them on the road, speaking to the Baggies’ media team. There’s no doubt that…

Middlesbrough may be left cursing Leeds United miss after Millwall developments: Opinion

Middlesbrough‘s January links to Leeds United centre-back Charlie Cresswell may end up the closest they come to signing the 20-year-old after his impressive upturn in form at Millwall in 2023. Reports emerged concerning Cresswell’s future…

Alex Neil aims subtle dig at Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray after Stoke City’s draw with Middlesbrough

Stoke City manager Alex Neil has aimed a subtle dig at Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray following his side’s meeting with Middlesbrough last night. Neil led the Potters to a spectacular victory over his former club earlier this month at the…

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Ward misses out, 4-2-3-1: The Huddersfield Town XI that Neil Warnock should field v Norwich

Huddersfield Town host Norwich City in the Championship this evening. It’s been a tough return for Neil Warnock in the Huddersfield dugout, having picked up just four points from his five fixtures in-charge so far. A tough schedule has…

Troy Deeney sends message to Birmingham City supporters after 3-0 defeat v Watford

Birmingham City have been unable to capitalise on their promising first half to the season and have picked up just 14 points from 16 games since the international break. That poor form is unlikely to drag them into a relegation battle but…

Gabriel Sara from Norwich to West Ham: Is it a good potential move? Would he start? What does he offer?

West Ham United are interested in a move for Norwich City attacker Gabriel Sara, reports from The Sunday Mirror, (12/03, p71) have claimed. Sara only joined Norwich in the summer transfer window, signing from Sao Paulo for a reported…

Sunderland should lodge ambitious Man City player pursuit if Anthony Patterson departs this summer: Opinion

Sunderland are still in the hunt for a Championship play-off position and will be striving to keep in touch as the rest of this campaign plays out. Readapting to the second tier of English football very well, the Black Cats have played a…

Gary Rowett justifies Millwall decision concerning Leeds United loanee

Leeds United loanee Charlie Cresswell is keeping Millwall captain Shaun Hutchinson out of the starting XI through hard work and the quality of his performances, according to Lions boss Gary Rowett. The south Londoners climbed to fifth in…

Max Lowe issues confident Nottingham Forest, Sheffield United claim

Sheffield United defender Max Lowe has claimed Nottingham Forest‘s promotion last season gives him confidence the Blades can go up this term. The 25-year-old was on loan at The City Ground last season when Steve Cooper’s side won the play…

Michael Carrick issues update on Matt Crooks’ situation at Middlesbrough after Stoke draw

Middlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick has revealed that Matt Crooks was close to being included in the club’s squad for their showdown with Stoke City last night and could potentially make his return to action this weekend. Crooks has…

Gareth Ainsworth should drop QPR mainstay for vital Birmingham City clash: Opinion

It seemed like QPR had turned a corner after Saturday’s victory against Watford – the R’s first win since December and the first of Gareth Ainsworth’s tenure. But last night’s 6-1 defeat at the hands of struggling Blackpool was the lowest…

“A lot closer” – Mark Robins offers triple injury update at Coventry City

Coventry City would have been frustrated to concede a late equaliser at Wigan Athletic on Tuesday evening, meaning that the gap between themselves and the play-off places stands at four points ahead of this evening’s Championship action.…

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Max Lowe sends bullish message to Sheffield United critics ahead of Sunderland clash

Sheffield United defender Max Lowe has insisted that recent scrutiny of the club’s results has given them “an edge” ahead of their clash with Sunderland on Tuesday night. Following Middlesbrough’s 1-1 draw with Stoke on Tuesday, the Blades…

Norwich City sweating over two players ahead of Huddersfield Town clash

Norwich City bid to get back to winning ways tonight in the Sky Bet Championship as they take on Huddersfield Town in the second tier. The Yellows lost at home to Sunderland at the weekend in what was a dent to their play-off hopes in the…

“Championship vibes” – Ex-Birmingham City boss watches 3-0 Watford defeat

Birmingham City’s positive weekend result against Rotherham United was quickly forgotten last night as they slipped to a 3-0 defeat against Watford at Vicarage Road. John Eustace’s side ended a run of five games without a win against…

Britt Assombalonga sets bizarre record with Watford goal v Birmingham City

Britt Assombalonga scored his first goal for Watford yesterday evening in the Sky Bet Championship, as the Hornets beat Birmingham City 3-0. The win also marked Chris Wilder’s first since he took charge of the club and fans will be hoping…

Nigel Pearson makes claim about Jay Dasilva’s situation at Bristol City

Nigel Pearson has revealed that a final decision has yet to be made regarding Jay Dasilva’s future at Bristol City. The left-back’s contract with the Robins is set to reach a crescendo following the conclusion of the 2022/23 campaign.…

Forget Joel Piroe, Middlesbrough should attempt West Brom player pursuit if Premier League promotion is achieved: Opinion

Middlesbrough are currently battling to secure promotion to the Premier League and if they are unable to steal second spot, then they will be a very difficult outfit to stop in the play-offs. Subsequently, summer planning will have the…

“A massive miss” – John Eustace provides Troy Deeney fitness update at Birmingham City

Birmingham City could not build on their victory over Rotherham United at the weekend when they slumped to a 3-0 defeat at Watford on Tuesday evening. The Hornets picked up their first three points under Chris Wilder to send John Eustace…

Paul Heckingbottom won’t allow himself to forget Sheffield United heartbreak v Nottingham Forest

Sheffield United are chasing a return to the Premier League this season and have the chance to move six points clear in the race for automatic promotion tonight if they can beat Sunderland. Paul Heckingbottom’s side might have lost four of…

Britt Assombalonga sends message to Watford supporters after netting in win over Birmingham

Britt Assombalonga has thanked Watford’s fans for the support that they illustrated during last night’s meeting with Birmingham City. Assombalonga helped the Hornets get back to winning ways by scoring his first goal for the club at…

How does Sheffield United’s average attendance compare to Sheffield Wednesday so far?

It is probably fair to say that this has been a rather successful season of football for those based in the city of Sheffield. In the Championship, Sheffield United have been mounting a strong push for promotion back to the Premier League.…

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Sheffield United player should be on high alert following Bristol City star transfer links: Opinion

Sheffield United may be interested in signing Bristol City midfielder Alex Scott if they win promotion to the Premier League, according to Give Me Sport. With James McAtee on his way out of the club in the summer, this link is one that…

John Eustace makes honest Birmingham City admission following defeat against Watford

Birmingham City boss John Eustace has conceded that his side are in a relegation battle following a disappointing 3-0 loss at Watford last night, speaking to the Irish News after the match. The Midlands outfit secured a confidence-boosting…

Opinion: Charlton Athletic should reignite Championship player interest this summer, he’s not played since January move fell through

It looks as though Charlton Athletic can start to look ahead to the summer transfer window with some degree of certainty now. Sitting 12th in the League One table, 18 points adrift of the play-offs, and 12 clear of the relegation zone,…

2 Derby County youngsters that could be ones to watch in the 2023/24 season

Derby County will be looking to build upon their recent victory over Oxford United by securing a positive result in their meeting with Fleetwood Town on Saturday. A brace from Louie Sibley and an own-goal from Sam Long allowed the Rams to…

Gooch misses out, 4-2-3-1: The Sunderland XI that Mowbray should field v Sheff Utd

Sunderland will be looking to back up their recent victory over Norwich City by securing a positive result in their showdown with Sheffield United this evening. The Black Cats managed to seal all three points at Carrow Road last weekend…

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Corey Blackett-Taylor explains Charlton Athletic withdrawal v Morecambe after scoring two

Charlton Athletic got back to winning ways in fine style yesterday evening in Sky Bet League One, as they saw off Morecambe 4-1. The Addicks’ win last night was their first in six league outings and they’ll be hoping that they can use the…