Tag: overcome

Wrexham overcome illness in camp to beat Portsmouth
25 February 2026 Off

Wrexham overcome illness in camp to beat Portsmouth

By Total Football News

Phil Parkinson says Wrexham overcame an illness in camp to earn a hard-fought 2-1 win against Portsmouth.

Goals from Sam Smith and Max Cleworth in the first half put the Red Dragons in firm control at Stok Cae Ras.

Zak Swanson’s deflected strike early on in the second half gave John Mousinho’s men hope in north Wales, although the Red Dragons held on for a crucial victory.

And after the

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Sheffield United 3-1 Leicester City: Blades overcome Foxes
2 January 2026 Off

Sheffield United 3-1 Leicester City: Blades overcome Foxes

By Total Football News

Chris Wilder’s side had raced into a three-goal lead on their way to a 3-2 triumph at the King Power Stadium five weeks ago – and they were just as dominant in the opening half-hour this time, although with less reward.

Andre Brooks posed a threat from the right flank, cutting inside to set up two early opportunities for Patrick Bamford, both of which were dealt with by Leicester

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