Javi Gracia believes Watford’s dominant win over Middlesbrough shows they are capable of challenging for promotion this season. The Hornets climbed to tenth in the Championship table following their 3-0 victory, just four points off the playoff spots. The result continues a period of steady progress under Gracia, who replaced Paulo Pezzolano after ten games … Read more
Vikings linked again to surprising quarterback trade idea Beyond his careful handling of injuries and knowing when to take decisions out of players’ hands, Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has earned a reputation as something of a quarterback whisperer. Kirk Cousins flourished under O’Connell before suffering a torn Achilles in 2023. Sam Darnold rejuvenated … Read more
Middlesbrough slump to season’s heaviest defeat as Rob Edwards endures miserable Watford return Middlesbrough suffered their worst loss of the season as Rob Edwards’ return to former club Watford ended in a humbling 3-0 defeat. The Hornets had failed to keep a clean sheet all season before Boro’s visit, but Edwards’ side looked blunt in … Read more
Forson back in contention as Chrisene and Stacey sidelined | Liam provides squad update ahead of Hull trip Norwich City head coach Liam Manning has delivered a mixed fitness update ahead of Saturday’s key Championship meeting with Hull City at Carrow Road, with midfielder Amankwah Forson returning to full training while defenders Ben Chrisene … Read more
Middlesbrough manager Rob Edwards says his brief stint at Watford in 2022 was “probably the right thing” to end when it did, as he prepares to return to Vicarage Road for the first time as a coach on Saturday. Edwards was dismissed after just 11 games of the 2022/23 campaign, with owner Gino Pozzo citing … Read more
“This is a standard procedure we go through almost every season to ensure we’re properly set for the national draft,” he said. “Both Conor and Jake completely understand and support the decision, and they know we remain committed to their development as players.” Stringer, 31, featured in 15 games this year and kicked 25 goals … Read more
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has expressed regret over how his time at the Western Bulldogs concluded after officially moving to Gold Coast. The Bulldogs received pick 74 in return for the former No.1 draft pick, who was still contracted for next year. Ugle-Hagan’s career has faced a crossroads after more than a year of serious off-field challenges. … Read more
Bradford City manager Graham Alexander has given a positive injury update ahead of his team’s FA Cup clash with Cheltenham Town on Saturday. The Bantams have made a strong start to their League One campaign following last season’s promotion from League Two. Currently second in the table, just a point behind leaders Stockport, Bradford drew … Read more
Worcester Warriors are working to improve their discipline after a penalty-heavy start to the season, drawing on insights from referees. The side suffered a narrow defeat to Doncaster Knights on Saturday, October 25, despite an impressive comeback. Trailing 22-7 at half-time, the Warriors fought back to 29-31 with just a minute remaining, only for Doncaster … Read more
For the first time in over a month, Joseph Woll returned to the ice with the Toronto Maple Leafs at Monday’s practice, receiving an outpouring of support from his teammates. “It was awesome,” said Anthony Stolarz, who has started seven of the season’s first nine games in Woll’s absence. “Just seeing his infectious smile back … Read more
