Club News

By Bev Attwood · 9 Oct 2026

Hellberg embraces Boro as club marks 150 years

Kim Hellberg says leading Middlesbrough is a privilege he will never take for granted as the club marks its 150th anniversary with a sell-out at the Riverside.

By Tobias Frei · 9 Oct 2026

Watford injury boost ahead of Burnley clash

Alessio Dionisi says a wave of fitness returnees at Watford feels like new signings as the Hornets prepare to host Burnley at Vicarage Road.

By Vikram Sandhu · 9 Oct 2026

Scanlon hails Barry-Murphy's man management

Cardiff City's Calum Scanlon has praised Brian Barry-Murphy as "brilliant", crediting the manager's man-management for getting the best from the squad.

By Owen Pryce · 9 Oct 2026

Wilder: Sheffield United must fight back

Chris Wilder says Sheffield United are "getting bashed about" on and off the pitch but insists the Blades have more to come this season.

By Bev Attwood · 9 Oct 2026

Mousinho: Pompey are clear underdogs in derby

John Mousinho has been candid about Portsmouth's prospects at St Mary's, calling his side "clear underdogs" ahead of Sunday's South Coast derby.

By Tobias Frei · 9 Oct 2026

Dickie injury not as bad as feared, says Skubala

Bristol City boss Michael Skubala is hopeful Rob Dickie will return before Christmas, with the knee injury less serious than initially feared.

By Niamh Corrigan · 9 Oct 2026

Nuno and Mavropanos take September awards

West Ham United sweep September's Championship monthly awards, with Nuno Espirito Santo named manager and Konstantinos Mavropanos taking the player honour.

Morrison: Pereira's int'l snub helps West Brom settle him

James Morrison says Brayann Pereira's decision to skip DR Congo duty has given West Brom valuable time to bed the full-back into their system.

Parkinson sweats on Cacace fitness ahead of Derby trip

Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson has raised concerns over Liberto Cacace's fitness as the club prepare for a Championship away day at Derby County.

By Niamh Corrigan · 8 Oct 2026

Bolton squad belongs in Championship, says Schumacher

Steven Schumacher insists every Bolton player has risen to the Championship challenge, with the Trotters heading into the international break on three wins.

By Vikram Sandhu · 8 Oct 2026

Davies: break was a second pre-season for Blues

Chris Davies used Birmingham City's three-week international break to sharpen his squad ahead of a critical seven-game run starting with the West Brom derby.

Eustace: Derby will struggle to push for top six

John Eustace has admitted it will be "very difficult" for Derby County to challenge for the top six this season after a summer of turmoil off the pitch.

Eustace: Building on last term will be very difficult

John Eustace has admitted Derby County will struggle to challenge for promotion this season, in comments that contradict the club's own stated ambitions.

Matt Phillips retires after 238 games for West Brom

Matt Phillips, who made 238 Championship and Premier League appearances for West Brom, has announced his retirement from professional football at 35.

Beattie: Eckert contract talks must start now

Former Saints striker James Beattie says securing Tonda Eckert on a new deal should be top priority as his current contract expires this summer.

Beattie: Eckert contract must be top priority for Saints

Former Southampton striker James Beattie says a new deal for head coach Tonda Eckert should be "high on the agenda" after his ban was suspended.

By Tobias Frei · 8 Oct 2026

Keith Alexander: Lincoln's trailblazing manager

As Black History Month continues, those who knew Keith Alexander reflect on the legacy of the man who shaped Lincoln City and inspired a generation of black managers.

By Tobias Frei · 8 Oct 2026

Fer Lopez returns to Wolves with injury concern

Wolves midfielder Fer Lopez has left Spain's Under-21 camp early with a minor injury and returned to England for assessment ahead of Saturday's trip to Middlesbrough.

Eckert's Spygate ban: what it means for Southampton

Southampton's Tonda Eckert escapes with a suspended six-week ban and a £28,000 fine, but the Spygate saga has left lasting marks on the club.

Five Championship bosses vie for September award

Lincoln, Swansea, Stoke and West Ham managers are all in the running for September's Championship manager of the month honour.

By Tobias Frei · 8 Oct 2026

Five nominated for September manager of the month

Lincoln's Cohen and Shaw, Swansea's Matos, Stoke's Robins and West Ham's Nuno are all shortlisted for September's Championship manager of the month award.

Four clubs share five September manager nominees

Lincoln, Swansea, Stoke and West Ham each have a nominee for September's Championship manager of the month award, with the winner revealed Friday.