MAN UNITED 1, ARSENAL 1 A late equaliser from substitute Olivier Giroud denied Manchester United a moral-boosting win against Arsenal at Old Trafford. It looked as though the Reds would emerge victors and reignite their Barclays Premier League title challenge until Giroud’s intervention in the 89th minute. United were the more inventive side and deserved […]
Two last-gasp goals from Spain denied England victory in 2-2 draw at Wembley
ENGLAND 2, SPAIN 2 Manager-in-waiting Gareth Southgate experienced the harsh realities of playing one of the world’s top teams and must still be wondering how his side failed to beat Spain at Wembley. Two goals ahead in the 89th minute, caretaker manager Southgate would be forgiven for thinking it was game, set and match to […]
Oldham Athletic’s woes in front of goal continue in home draw against AFC Wimbledon
OLDHAM ATHLETIC 0, AFC WIMBLEDON 0 Oldham Athletic fired another blank as a home goalless draw against AFC Wimbledon leaves them anchored in the relegation places in Sky Bet League One. It was another frustrating afternoon for Latics who have scored a measly nine goals in 17 league games, largely the reason why they are […]
England beat Scotland 3-0 to strengthen Gareth Southgate’s claim to become permanent manager
ENGLAND 3, SCOTLAND 0 England’s comprehensive victory over the Auld Enemy inched them closer to the finals of the World Cup. The win against Scotland at Wembley also greatly enhanced Gareth Southgate’s prospects of landing the England manager’s job permanently. Under Southgate’s watch as caretaker, following Sam Allardyce’s departure, England have picked up seven points […]
Oldham Athletic beat Blackburn Rovers U21 in Checkatrade Trophy after penalty shootout
BLACKBURN ROVERS U21 2, OLDHAM ATHLETIC 2 (Oldham won 5-4 on penalties) Oldham Athletic won a penalty shootout at Ewood Park to beat Blackburn Rovers U21s and move into the last 32 of the Checkatrade Trophy. Latics twice came from behind through goals from Freddie Ladapo and Brian Wilson to force penalties in their final […]