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Match of the Day pundits Ashely Williams and Joe Hart look at the remaining fixtures the four teams in the Premier League relegation battle have before the end of the season.

Manchester United are leading at Stamford Bridge thanks to Matheus Cunha’s opener, with Alejandro Garnacho unintentionally helping his former employers. Chelsea dominated possession during the first period and had several chances to score, but they failed to find the back of the net. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & […] The post “Too easy” – Man Utd fans delighted with Garnacho’s ‘assist’ appeared first on Stretty News.

Wolves fans were left angered after a 3-0 defeat to Leeds, and a late Brighton equaliser keeps Spurs in the drop zone. Daniel Farke’s Leeds took a huge step towards safety thanks to goals from James Justin, Noah Okafor and Dominic Calvert-Lewin. They sit 15th with 39 points from 33 games, 8 points above the […] The post Wolves fans angered after defeat to Leeds; late Brighton equaliser keeps Spurs in drop zone appeared first on Fan Banter.

Tottenham were so close to a vital three points against Brighton this afternoon before a late equaliser by Georginio Rutter. It wasn’t great defending by Spurs as they held onto a 2-1 lead late on, with Kevin Danso losing the ball in his own penalty area, allowing the ball to be squared to Rutter, who […] The post Video: Tottenham defensive howler gifts Brighton stoppage time equaliser & keeps Spurs in bottom 3 appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Aston Villa produced a stunning performance to thrash Bologna 4-0 at Villa Park on Thursday, advancing to the Europa League semi-finals 7-1 on aggregate. Unai Emery’s side sit fourth in the Premier League with 55 points from 32 matches, and they now face Nottingham Forest in a massive all-English European semi-final. The club are showing […] The post Ex-Aston Villa CEO Tips Club To Accept PSG’s Offer For Their Star: Will It Hurt Their Project? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

Il Tottenham Hotspur rischia un autentico disastro finanziario se dovesse davvero retrocedere al termine della stagione. Perderebbe addirittura circa 200 milioni di sterline e dovrebbe tagliare gli stipendi per sopravvivere in Championship.

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Suggestions that Manchester City have progressed towards signing Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson have been played down in a new update from regional media. The 23-year-old midfielder has been a revelation at the City Ground, amassing a staggering amount of Premier League action and maintaining an elite standard of performance across competitions. His outings for club […]

Sunderland are sitting in 10th place in the Premier League table after picking up 46 points from their first 32 games of the season. Régis Le Bris has led his team through a solid run lately, with the Black Cats picking up back-to-back away wins against Leeds United and Newcastle United. This boost follows a […] The post 22-Year-Old Might Be Fit Enough For Aston Villa Game: Should Sunderland Rush Him? appeared first on The 4th Official - A view from the sideline.

The latest Premier League TV selections have been announced by TNT and Sky Sports for the months of April and May. The deadline has come for a batch of TV picks to be made, so that clubs can inform match going supporters, who have to sort out tickets and travel arrangements. There had been plenty […] The post Latest Premier League TV selections announced for April and May appeared first on Fan Banter.

John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by Vicki Sparks to talk Premier League, their travels and the language of football commentary. We’re back to league action with a tricky Clash of the Commentators. There are more unintended pub names from sport commentary and suggestions for the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Messages, questions and voicenotes welcome on WhatsApp to 08000 289 369 & emails to [email protected] 01:45 Vicki in Iceland, 04:25 Lost phone & cheese ice cream in Bologna, 08:20 Ali’s commentary highlight of The Masters, 12:00 John reveals why he’s stepped away from The Masters, 13:40 Herr Chapman’s ‘bobby-dazzlers’, 15:20 Big weekend of commentaries on 5 Live, 15:50 John flips out at the ‘supercomputer’, 23:00 Man City v Arsenal preview, 29:45 Unintended pub names from sport commentary, 35:30 Clash of the Commentators, 46:45 Great Glossary of Football Commentary. 5 Live / BBC Sounds commentaries: Sat 1500 Leeds v Wolves with Ali Bruce-Ball & Michael Brown, Sat 1500 Newcastle v Bournemouth on Sports Extra, Sat 1730 Spurs v Brighton & Hove with Eilidh Barbour & Andy Reid, Sat 1730 Iceland v England in WCQ on Sports Extra with Vicki Sparks & Rachel Brown-Finnis, Sun 1400 Everton v Liverpool with Mike Minay & Pat Nevin, Sun 1400 Nottingham Forest v Burnley on Sports Extra, Sun 1400 Aston Villa v Sunderland on Sports Extra 2, Sun 1630 Man City v Arsenal with John Murray & Rob Green. Great Glossary of Football Commentary: DIVISION ONE Agricultural challenge, Back of the net, Back to square one, Backside and elbows, Booked, Bosman, Bullet header, Channel of joy, Coupon buster, Cruyff Turn, Cultured/educated left foot, Dead-ball specialist, Draught excluder, Elastico/flip-flap, False nine, Fox in the box, Giving the goalkeeper the eyes, Grub hunter, Head tennis, Hibs it, In a good moment, In behind, Magic of the FA Cup, The Maradona, Off their line, Olimpico, Onion bag, Panenka, Park the bus, Perfect hat-trick, Postage stamp, Put his cap on it, Rabona, Roy of the Rovers stuff, Schmeichel-style, Scorpion kick, Spursy, Stick it in the mixer, Sweeper keeper, Taking it to the corner flag, Target man, Tiki-taka, Towering header, Trivela, Where the kookaburra sleeps, Where the owl sleeps, Where the spiders sleep. DIVISION TWO 2-0 can be a dangerous score, Asterisk, Back on the grass, Ball stays hit, Beaten all ends up, Blaze over the bar, Business end, Came down with snow on it, Catching practice, Camped in the opposition half, Cauldron atmosphere, Champagne is on ice, Coat is on a shoogly peg, Come back to haunt them, Corridor of uncertainty, Couldn’t sort their feet out, Easy tap-in, Daisy-cutter, Drubbing, First cab off the rank, Giant-killing, Goalkeepers’ Union, Good leave, Good touch for a big man, Half-turn, Has that in his locker, High wide and not very handsome, Hospital pass, Howler, In the dugout, In the hat, In their pocket, Johnny on the spot, Lackadaisical, Leading the line, Leather a shot, Middle of the park, Needed no second invitation, Needing snookers, Nice headache to have, No-look pass, Nutmeg, On the beach, On their bike, One for the cameras, One for the purists, Piledriver*, Played us off the park, Points on the board, Points to the spot, Prawn sandwich brigade, Purple patch, Put their laces through it, Queensbury rules, Reaches for their pocket, Rolls Royce, Root and branch review, Row Z, Screamer, Seats on the plane, Sent into raptures, Show across the bows, Slide-rule pass, Staving off relegation, Steal a march, Sting the palms, Straight in the bread basket, Stramash, Taking one for the team, Telegraphed that pass, Tired legs, That’s great… (football), Thunderous strike, Turns on a sixpence, Walk it in, We’ve got a cup tie on our hands. We were right behind that.

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Nottingham Forest’s quest to emulate Tottenham continues. For all of Spurs’ ongoing misery, they remain something of a model club: Forest’s quarter-final victory against Porto on Thursday night keeps that twisted dream alive, to finish 17th in the league and lift Bigger Vase. Naturally, Ange Postecoglou started the run, getting a point at Real Betis in September before passing the baton to Sean Dyche, who did most of the group-stage slog. He then handed over to Vítor Pereira for the knockouts. Should Forest go all the way, they’ll need to cut the manager’s medal into quarters; Nuno Espírito Santo was the man who got them into Europe. Yes, what a healthy way this is to run a football club.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland, the Europa League, the international game, Preview of the Dublin derby as Shamrock Rovers host Bohemians at Tallaght Stadium in a top-of-the-table clash. Form guide: Rovers unbeaten since February meeting, Bohs looking to bounce back after mixed results. Stephen Bradley and Alan Reynolds share thoughts ahead of the rivalry. Live commentary details, including build-up and kick-off times for Friday night’s featured match. Derry City travel to face Shelbourne as both sides aim to halt dips in form. Insights from the weekly LOI Pod on Shelbourne’s chances of recovery. Dundalk boosted by Daryl Horgan’s return and contract extension ahead of Galway United clash. Drogheda United host St Patrick’s Athletic with both teams seeking momentum. Full round-up of First Division fixtures, including Wexford, Cork City, UCD and more. Build-up to the Republic of Ireland’s crucial World Cup qualifier with Poland at the Aviva Stadium. European update as Andrew Omobamidele helps Strasbourg reach a historic semi-final. Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa advance in Europe, plus other continental results. Premier League talking points, including managerial speculation and Brentford’s European push. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Elliot Anderson posts a touching tribute to his mum and Morgan Gibbs-White fights back tears in his post match interview. Thursday night’s victory against Porto was more than just a win. Forest booked a place in the Europa League semi final, winning 2-1 on aggregate. Before the game, a club statement was issued, confirming Elliot […] The post Elliot Anderson posts tribute to his mum; Morgan Gibbs-White fights back tears in interview appeared first on Fan Banter.

By Martin Graham The possibility of an unprecedented number of English clubs playing in European competitions remains alive, even after Liverpool’s Champions League exit ended hopes of reaching 11 participants. With multiple routes still open through league positions and continental trophies, as many as 10 Premier League sides could yet qualify. The final outcome […]

By Martin Graham A Thursday night triumph over Porto has kept Nottingham Forest’s European dream alive, but their league situation continues to cast a shadow over the excitement. The 1-0 victory secured a 2-1 aggregate win, sending the club into a European semi-final for the first time in 42 years, where they will meet […]

ONE of the many compelling aspects of Dream Team is that one result can change everything. Nottingham Forest players are significantly more appealing this morning after they vanquished Porto to reach the Europa League semi-finals! Vitor Pereira's rode their luck in Portugal to come away from the first leg with a 1-1 draw but were...

Christopher Vivell is said to be spearheading a pursuit of Julian Nagelsmann in hopes of convincing the coach to join Manchester United. According to a fresh update from UtdDistrict this morning, the Recruitment Director is ‘pushing hard’ for Nagelsmann to become Ruben Amorim’s permanent successor at Old Trafford. Why Vivell is so keen on Nagelsmann […] The post Just in: Christopher Vivell using Red Bull ties to personally spearhead United’s pursuit of Bundesliga winner appeared first on Stretty News.

Chelsea are likely to accept transfer offers for Enzo Fernandez this summer as he’s become increasingly unsettled at the club. As first reported here for the Daily Briefing, the Argentina international is ideally someone the Blues would try to keep, but there’s also an acceptance that he’s not happy. There is also genuine interest from […] The post Sources: Chelsea likely to accept transfer bid for “unhappy” superstar appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Simeon Gholam’s Championship score predictions have been revealed ahead of the next round of matches for the 2025/26 season. The ex-Nottingham Forest, Southampton, Leeds, Swindon, Sheffield Wednesday, and England U21 footballer who currently works as a presenter, pundit, and commentator, has given his verdict. Watch plenty of games live across Sky Sports with highlights of […] The post Simeon Gholam’s Championship score predictions appeared first on Fan Banter.

Manchester United have reportedly made formal contact over a potential transfer move for Benfica midfielder Richard Rios. The Colombia international has shone during his time in Portugal, and it seems he’s been identified as a potential replacement for Casemiro in Man Utd’s midfield. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES […] The post Talks held: Manchester United in contact over €35m transfer for 14 G/A midfielder appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester United reportedly held initial talks with transfer target Tyler Adams back in the January window, according to Ben Jacobs. However, they did so with the intention of adding him to the ranks this summer rather than a mid-season acquisition, meaning they could reopen discussions in the coming weeks. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP […] The post Not Anderson or Baleba: Journo discloses Jan talks between Man Utd and player who ‘dreams’ of playing at Old Trafford appeared first on Stretty News.

David Ornstein has confirmed that Nottingham Forest will demand a record transfer fee for a midfielder when Elliot Anderson leaves the club this summer. While it’s not set in stone that he will be on the move, given he is tied down to a contract until 2029, it is highly anticipated that the sought-after star […] The post David Ornstein issues definitive transfer claim over ‘phenomenal’ Man Utd target amid ‘fresh talks’ appeared first on Stretty News.

Is the end nigh?

April 17 - New Zealand coach Darren Bazeley said Chris Wood does not appear to have suffered a serious injury after the Nottingham Forest forward limped out of their Europa League win over Porto before half-time on Thursday.

Marcus Rashford is reportedly ‘open’ to returning to Manchester United this summer in the event that a permanent transfer elsewhere cannot be agreed. Currently, the forward (valued at £35 million by Transfermarkt) is seeing out the final weeks of his loan spell with Barcelona, after which they will have until June 15 to activate his […] The post BBC: £35m attacker with 25 G/A this season is ‘open’ to playing for United in 2026/2027 appeared first on Stretty News.

Nottingham Forest were left with several injury concerns for Sunday's crunch Premier League clash with Burnley after reaching a first European semifinal since 1984.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is looking forward to a "special" Europa League semi-final with Nottingham Forest following a 7-1 aggregate win over Bologna.

Ollie Watkins expressed his delight after reaching 100 goals for Aston Villa in their victory over Bologna on Thursday. Villa defeated Bologna 4-0 in their Europa League quarter-final second leg, securing a 7-1 aggregate victory and a semi-final clash against Nottingham Forest. Watkins opened the scoring at Villa Park before Emiliano Buendia, Morgan Rogers and […] The post Watkins eyes more milestones are scoring 100th Villa goal appeared first on Soccer News.

Nottingham Forest have no time to celebrate reaching the Europa League semi-finals amid their battle to remain in the Premier League, says head coach Vitor Pereira. Following a 1-1 first-leg draw in Portugal last week, Forest inched into the last four with a nervy 1-0 victory over Pereira’s former club Porto at the City Ground. […] The post No time for Forest to celebrate Europa League achievements amid survival battle, says Pereira appeared first on Soccer News.

Nottingham Forest continue their remarkable Europa League run - but does it only increase the pressure on staying in the Premier League?

Morgan Gibbs-White’s deflected effort was enough to see Nottingham Forest into the Europa League semi-finals as they earned a nervy 1-0 win over Porto at the City Ground. After a bizarre own goal from Martim Fernandes allowed Forest to leave Portugal with a 1-1 draw in last week’s quarter-final first leg, an early red card […] The post Nottingham Forest 1-0 Porto (2-1 agg): Gibbs-White tees up semi-final showdown with Aston Villa appeared first on Soccer News.

Aston Villa booked their spot in the Europa League semi-finals with a 4-0 second-leg victory over Bologna, securing a 7-1 triumph on aggregate. Most of the damage was done before half-time at Villa Park, with Unai Emery’s side setting up an all-Premier League semi-final against Nottingham Forest. The hosts took the lead after 16 minutes, […] The post Aston Villa 4-0 Bologna (7-1 agg): Emery edges closer to more Europa League glory appeared first on Soccer News.

Watch extended highlights of Nottingham Forest and FC Porto, player stats, results and goals from UEFA Europa League, April 16, 2026 The post Nottingham Forest vs FC Porto Highlights and Goals appeared first on DasFootball.

Vincenzo Italiano explains his surprising tactical adjustments against Aston Villa, but insists Bologna ‘went beyond...

CHRIS WOOD was forced off with a nasty injury in Nottingham Forest's Europa League win over Porto. The striker has only recently made his return to fitness after being sidelined for the entirety of Sean Dyche's reign as manager. Wood, 34, was handed the starting berth against the Portuguese side for the second leg of...

Ollie Watkins kickstarted Aston ­Villa’s perfect evening as his 100th goal for the club enabled Unai Emery’s side to cruise into an all-English Europa League semi-final against ­Nottingham Forest. The England striker, seeking a late recall into Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad, tapped home in the 16th minute before goals from Emiliano Buendía and Morgan Rogers, making amends for a spurned penalty, put the tie to bed by half-time.

Ravaglia para un rigore, ma non c'è storia al ritorno dei quarti di finale in Europa League.

It may sound counterintuitive, but Mikel Arteta might, before what is arguably the biggest Arsenal match in 20 years, need to adopt some things from a team that just lost 4-0 to our opponents. There’s often a tactical tweak or a surprise selection when Pep Guardiola heads into a big game. Last month’s League Cup […] The post Tactics Column: Lessons for Arsenal against Man City’s 4-2-4 appeared first on Arseblog ... an Arsenal blog.

ELLIOT ANDERSON will not feature for Nottingham Forest against Porto following the tragic death of his mum. The England international was set to run the midfield on Thursday night in the second leg of Forest's Europa League tie with Porto. But the club announced ahead of kick-off that he would not be available due to...

Reliable journalist David Ornstein has shared Nottingham Forest's ambitious transfer plan when it comes to Elliot Anderson amid Man United interest.