Club News

Sheffield United face 12-point deduction threat

Sheffield United could be docked 12 points after the company used to buy the club was wound up by the High Court, with the EFL now weighing its options.

Ogilvie faces six-week absence after knee setback

Portsmouth defender Connor Ogilvie will miss six weeks after a second knee procedure, while Thomas Waddingham faces 10 weeks out with an ankle injury.

Fratton Park expansion not a Pompey priority

Portsmouth owner Michael Eisner says stadium expansion is on the long-term radar but money is flowing into the playing squad this summer instead.

By Vikram Sandhu · 19 Aug 2026

Blackburn's pitch overhaul: 'There were a lot of issues'

Turf specialist James Podesta has described the scale of work required to overhaul the pitch and facilities at Blackburn Rovers' Ewood Park.

Man found dead at The Valley stadium

Police are investigating after a 33-year-old man was found dead at Charlton Athletic's The Valley ground in south-east London on Tuesday morning.

Sheffield United face High Court threat and points risk

Sheffield United's new owners face a winding-up petition over an unpaid £35m debt that could trigger a 12-point Championship deduction this season.

Deepdale gets a new pitch: pride behind the project

Preston North End's head groundsman Pete Ashworth explains the work behind Deepdale's new pitch, calling it "more of a pride thing".

By Niamh Corrigan · 18 Aug 2026

Lincoln City look to make Sincil Bank a fortress

Lincoln City suffered a defeat to Middlesbrough but now turn their attention to making Sincil Bank a home advantage that rivals will dread.

Mike Bailey, former Wolves captain, dies at 84

Wolverhampton Wanderers have paid tribute to Mike Bailey, the midfielder who captained the club and made 436 appearances at Molineux.

Eisner rules out Fratton Park expansion for now

Portsmouth owner Michael Eisner says stadium expansion is not an immediate priority, with funds redirected from bricks to the playing squad this summer.

By Bev Attwood · 17 Aug 2026

Lankshear eyes top flight with flying Boro start

Will Lankshear has scored three goals in two Championship games for Middlesbrough and says his dream is to reach the Premier League with Boro.

By Tobias Frei · 17 Aug 2026

Idah: Swansea can do something special

Striker Adam Idah has backed Swansea City for a strong Championship campaign, saying players and supporters alike believe this could be a big season.

By Niamh Corrigan · 17 Aug 2026

Denis Smith: 'I love the Wrexham story'

Former Wrexham manager Denis Smith says he is delighted to see the club pushing for the top of the Championship under their ambitious new ownership.

By Vikram Sandhu · 17 Aug 2026

Jon Dadi Bodvarsson retires after Bolton spell

Jon Dadi Bodvarsson has retired at 34, ending a career that included 94 appearances and 25 goals for Bolton Wanderers in the Championship.