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Mid-term report on Dan McNamara's WSL 2 history-makers

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Tom Gibson assesses the impact of a group of players in unchartered territory as the club's first ever professional playing squad.

12.11.26 Tom Gibson

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Christmas Giveaway: Win a Signed and Framed Muzzy Izzet Shirt

Christmas has come early at For Fox Sake, and we’ve got a fantastic prize up for grabs for one lucky For Fox Sake subscriber. We’re giving away a stunning signed and framed Muzzy Izzet Leicester City shirt, celebrating one of the most popular and talented players ever to wear the famous blue shirt.

12.11.26News
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Nicolas Jackson v Ollie Watkins: How Villa's new striker compares, in 7 numbers

Villa replaced a 108-goal striker with a club-record signing who plays the position in a very different way.

11.11.26Analysis
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Duffy Double Inspires Spireites To Spectacular Trophy Turnaround | Mansfield Town (A) Analysis

Ben Smith takes a detailed look at how Chesterfield secured derby day delight in an eventful Jersey Mike’s Trophy meeting with Mansfield Town.

11.11.26Opinion
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Burnley's Season So Far - September

September brought around yet more misery at Turf Moor. Three home failures to win and a dismal transfer deadline day. Here's how it unfolded.

11.11.26Features
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Steven Schumacher's Championship Whites: Who does this iteration of Bolton Wanderers want to be?

In their first season back in the Championship for seven years, Bolton Wanderers have showed numerous different sides to themselves. As the half-way point of the season grows closer, the question remains, who does this version of the Whites want to be? And who can they be?

11.11.26Opinion

Premier League

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The Unbecoming of Manchester United

You may not have heard the name Adolphe Quetelet. No, he’s not the man Manchester United have approached to become the new interim manager.

11.11.26Features

Premier League

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Manchester United close in on Poch deal

Manchester United are close to agreeing a deal with US national team Mauricio Pochettino, The1878 understands. WAYNE BARTON gets to the heart of this breaking news story.

11.11.26News
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ALEX CROOK OPINION: Carrick's treatment is classless, but Pochettino could be Manchester United's perfect fit

Regardless of the classless way a hapless hierarchy are handling Michael Carrick’s departure, Mauricio Pochettino could be the perfect fit for a desperate Manchester United. ALEX CROOK looks at why the former Spurs boss could be the right man for the job.

11.11.26Opinion

EFL Championship

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'Quality' player Ducksch still has a part to play at Blues
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International Watch: Josh Sheehan, Gaizka Larrazabal, Thierry Gale and Chris Forino called-up for their nation's in November
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Where and when Albion's eight internationals will be in action this fortnight

Premier League transfers

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Brighton Under-21s maintain unbeaten Premier League Cup run as super subs George Munday and Tyler Silsby inspire Millwall victory

Brighton Under-21s returned to winning ways with a 3-1 victory over Millwall in the Premier League Cup

11.11.26Matchday

Championship transfers

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Burnley's Season So Far - August

With the international break taking precedence for the next two weeks, we thought we'd take a look back at Burnley's season so far, starting with a look at August.

10.11.26Features
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Have Albion's January transfer window priorities changed?

Many Albion supporters were left disappointed that another striker wasn't acquired in the summer, but goals haven't been a problem of late

10.11.26Analysis

League Two transfers

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It may have been pointless but it was at least productive: What Swindon Town can learn from their dead rubber in Devon
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Is this the most pointless competitive match in Swindon Town's history?
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A draw to be happy with? Rochdale secure FA Cup home tie
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Aaron Drinan and Jack Thomson to sit out Plymouth trip as Ian Holloway balances injury absences and resting key players

Premier League

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'Roy Hodgson claimed he hated the Europa League' - Mark Schwarzer on the glory run which gave Fulham fans the time of our lives

EXCLUSIVE: Aussie keeper recalls his outstanding Fulham stint - including moans about 'boring' training sessions, the 'animal' Clint Dempsey sticking his hand through a window and 'gutless' Martin Jol sending the Whites towards relegation.

10.11.26Features
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Arturo Ruiz reveals how Brighton can improve confidence and explains false nine approach ahead of Watford clash

Brighton head coach Arturo Ruiz has discussed how his side can improve their confidence following Sunday's defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.

10.11.26News
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The name's Hill. James Hill.

Forget the hunt for the new Bond, there's only one James people are talking about - Cherries defender James Hill. The centre-back has been handed an audition for an England senior debut, but Hill's hardwork and pristine attitude are already well proven at AFC Bournemouth.

10.11.26Features

EFL Championship

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Tom Brady exit - what it means and why Blues are relaxed about it

Forever Blues delves into the reasons for Tom Brady's departure from the club

10.11.26Analysis
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LIONS OF SOFIA: Watford's golden era was built on the virtues of youth and communal spirit, so where's the young talent gone?

Neil Price made his debut on an unforgettable night in Europe as one of six home-grown kids, and although he only made 13 appearances for the Hornets - including the FA Cup final - the club was built on foundations of young talent

10.11.26History
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Filling the gaps: Who has been Bolton Wanderers' best back-four? And where do they go from here?

Bolton Wanderers have tried number of combinations at the back, but the Whites' defence has left a lot to be desired. Each an every combination has had it's flaws alongside it's positives, but Steven Schumacher is yet to find the perfect formula that can lock things up at the back.

10.11.26Analysis
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Jay Stansfield interview - leading the line at The Powerhouse, being a 'running 10' and finding peace

Jay Stansfield sat down with Forever Blues for a long chat centring on his development as a more rounded player, person and the club's ambitions

10.11.26Features

EFL League One

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Match Preview: Will the Os Have a Fair Wind at Barnet?

Tonight we make the short trip to the Hive to play Barnet in a game we need to win by three goals minimum in order to usurp our opponents and sneak into second spot behind Arsenal U21s in the EFL Trophy, or as Nigel Travis would prefer us to call it, the Jersey Mike's Trophy.

10.11.26News
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Drop Okoli - Start Kangasniemi.

Leicester City are crying out for energy, enthusiasm and a little bit of fearlessness. After all we're meant to be fearless aren't we. Ilari Kangasniemi appears to have all three. Drop Okoli. Start Kangasniemi.

09.11.26Opinion
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No Need To Harborough Grudge as Os Cruise Into Second Round

The FA Cup first round proper often throws up eccentric situations - this was another. But it ended with Orient progressing from this stage for the fourth season in a row, their longest run since between 2010 and 2013.

07.11.26News
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FA Cup Preview: Will the Os be buzzing or will Harborough Town give us a sting in the tail?

It’s FAC1 time, and the draw this season has thrown up a new opponent for us in Harborough Town from National League North, 75 places below us in the pyramid. The Bees ran Reading close in FAC2 in 2024/25 so we’ll need to have our wits about us in order to prevail. We take a look at our opponents from a club and team perspective.

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EFL League Two

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Fresh concern over Ollie Palmer's ankle as Swindon Town face familiar injury dilemma

Palmer is to undergo further specialist assessment this week after experiencing renewed soreness in the ankle he originally injured against Port Vale at the beginning of September.

09.11.26News
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The new opponents Rochdale could still face in the FA Cup

All eyes will be on Monday's draw

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Loan deals coming under sharper focus ahead of January window as Swindon Town need to decide on squad makeup

With the January window approaching, Swindon must now consider whether retaining players who have contributed little during the first half of the season represent the best use of their loan places.

09.11.26News
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Fleetwood 1 Dale 2 - that's how you do it, Mr Arteta!

When Ian Watson really needed them, his players stepped up...

07.11.26Matchday

England

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Classic Encounter: When Rooney lit up the Euros

England and Croatia have had many high-profile matches, and back in the summer of 2004 during the Euros, a certain Wayne Rooney put himself in the World spotlight.

10.11.26History

Opinion

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Talking Points: A Jersey Mike's Sub Short of A Picnic

Paul Fisher discusses the talking points following a stunning second-half comeback from the Spireites to defeat arch-rivals Mansfield Town at the One Call Stadium in the Jersey Mike's Trophy.

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Hartlepool United hoping to avenge Wealdstone rout as Pools prepare for crucial run of matches

Hartlepool United are hoping to avenge last season's 7-0 humiliation by Wealdstone when Pools entertain Gary Waddock's side this weekend.

11.11.26Opinion

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Mexico 86: Inside the hours before England faced Maradona
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Brighton loan watch: Brajan Gruda claims three assists as Leicester City trio impress during mixed week for loanees
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When Gazza came on trial: England’s mercurial midfielder once wore a Wolves shirt but it was a short-lived experiment
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Bryan Roy: 'I was king of the world' – Cruyff, Collymore and his glory days at Ajax and Nottingham Forest

Women's Football

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Burnley Women's dismal run continues as Manchester United hit Clarets for three

Struggling Burnley faced Manchester United at the Progress with Unity Stadium in Leigh in the Women's League Cup but lost comfortably to the Red Devils.

28.10.26Matchday
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What We Learned: Leicester City 2-2 Southampton

Leicester City Women welcomes Southampton to the King Power Stadium last weekend, earning a point with a late Alisha Lehmann goal to salvage a point and end their 3 match losing streak. Honey Hicks picks out some of the key things we learned.

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Brighton Women’s player ratings, analysis and reaction as Seagulls cruise to impressive 3-0 victory over West Ham

Brighton Women cruised to a 3-0 victory over West Ham at the Amex Stadium on Saturday evening.

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