28 November 2024
Riza likens Cardiff to 'pressure cooker ready to explode'
Riza likens Cardiff to ‘pressure cooker ready to explode’
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25 November 2024 …
Mark McGuinness: Luton Town ready for winter ‘slog’ after Hull win
Luton Town defender Mark McGuinness says they are ready for the Championship’s winter “slog” after easing the pressure with a home win over Hull City.
McGuinness, who made his Republic of Ireland debut in last week’s defeat by England, volleyed home the only goal of the game against the Tigers.
The victory moved Luton up to 16th in the table ahead of Wednesday’s visit to leaders Leeds United.
“We’re very
24 October 2024 …
Omer Riza ready to do his talking on the pitch over permanent Cardiff City boss job
West Brom have collected just three points out of a possible 15, a run that is the worst since Carlos Corberan succeeded Steve Bruce as Baggies boss almost two years ago.
But they remain fourth in the Championship and in their last outing became the first side this season to come away with even a point at Blackburn Rovers’ Ewood Park home.
“I don’t think they’ve [West Brom] won in
13 September 2024 …
John Mousinho: Portsmouth head coach ready to push on after international break
Portsmouth head coach John Mousinho said the recent international break has given him a chance to “work on things” following their opening four Championship games.
The Blues returned from the third to the second tier of English football for the first time in 12 years this campaign.
Mousinho’s side, who have been dealt some tough opening fixtures, have yet to pick up their first win of the season.
Pompey’s first
29 August 2024 …
Derby County boss Paul Warne says club are ‘not Championship ready’
Derby County boss Paul Warne believes the Rams are not yet Championship ready following last season’s promotion from League One.
The Rams have taken three points from their opening three games in the second tier and were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two side Barrow on Tuesday.
Warne is hoping to strengthen his squad before the transfer window closes on Friday, but says they have to be
15 August 2024 …
Man Utd: Erik ten Hag says team not ready for Fulham opener in Premier League
Ten Hag has to solve a selection problem at left-back, with Shaw not fit because of a calf injury and Tyrell Malacia ruled out for another two months as he continues to recover from knee surgery.
Mazraoui could be one answer, while Diogo Dalot and Lisandro Martinez filled in during last Saturday’s Community Shield.
Despite there being selection issues, Ten Hag still expects to field a strong line-up.
“It’s not
9 August 2024 …
Oxford United: Des Buckingham’s side ready to tackle Championship
Oxford United boss Des Buckingham says his team “won’t shy away” from the challenges that come with Championship football.
The U’s play in England’s second tier for the first time in 25 years when they face Norwich City on Saturday.
Oxford were promoted from League One last season after they beat Bolton in May’s play-off final.
“Since that full-time whistle went at Wembley we’ve done as much as we
11 June 2024 …
Chris Davies: New Birmingham City boss ‘ready for step up’
New Birmingham City boss Chris Davies says he is ready to make the step up to manager after such a long time as a number two.
The 39-year-old took charge at Blues on 6 June after a season as Ange Postecoglou’s assistant at Tottenham.
The Spurs stint followed 13 years working under Brendan Rodgers at Swansea, Liverpool, Celtic and Leicester, and Davies says becoming a manager was just about finding
29 April 2024 …
Manchester United ready to listen to offers for most of squad
Manchester United are willing to listen to offers for virtually all their first-team squad this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks to turn the club back into challengers for major honours.
It is understood Marcus Rashford is on the list, although club sources are adamant their preference is to keep the England striker and work with him to restore the form that brought him 30 goals for the first time