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The dismal defeat to West Brom once again revealed the scarcity of leaders among the Southampton ranks. With an FA Cup semi-final in-waiting, the time for leadership is now. Jacob Tanswell writes.
Tom Fell and Riki Wessels hit half-centuries as the Pears recover from loss of early wickets in response to Derbyshire’s 390 but late burst keeps the hosts in control.
Manchester United look to cement their position in the Champions League spots, whilst Sean Dyche’s Burnley aim to dispose of any relegation fears.
As far as I am concerned; Zizou was the most elegant footballer ever. He won everything, dazzled while at it, and is doing exactly the same as a manager.
The debate will always rage on where; Zinedine Zidane ranks amongst the managerial or coaching greats of World football.
Sheffield Wednesday host Bristol City on Saturday as they hope to pull of a miracle late in the season to avoid relegation
Mohammad Abbas has made an instant impact on his full Hampshire debut, taking 6-11 on Day Two of Hampshire’s County Championship match at the Ageas Bowl against Middlesex.
Simon Grayson will be looking for his Fleetwood Town side to finish the season strongly as they travel to league leaders Hull City.
Adama netted a 92nd minute winner last time out for the Wanderers in what marked his first Premier League goal since December 2019 – but it remains to be seen whether the Spaniard can recoup the form that earned him a reported £135m price tag amid interest from Manchester City last summer.
Gallagher Premiership action returns as Sale Sharks host strugglers Gloucester at the AJ Bell Stadium.
Exeter City host Southend United in a fixture that is huge for both side’s seasons.
From his celebrations last night, anybody would have thought that Leo Ostigard had been at the club for years but the 21-year-old has only spent this past season on loan with the Sky Blues from Brighton and Hove Albion.
After midweek results did not go in Mansfield Town’s favour, the amber and blues dropped down to fourth from bottom and still need a couple of points to stay in League Two for next season.
Steve Cooper’s Swansea host strugglers Wycombe, with the result important in the play-off and relegation battles.
While it looks increasingly likely that both Leyton Orient and Barrow will remain in League Two, they could be two divisions apart by the start of next season.
Promotion-chasing Lincoln City travel to relegation-threatened Bristol Rovers on Saturday afternoon searching for another positive result to further consolidate their place in the play-offs.
Zak Hardaker instrumental in helping Wigan Warriors overcome a resolute Leeds Rhinos. There were also tries for Jackson Hastings and a brace for Liam Farrell which helped the Warriors extend their winning run in 2021 to take Adrian Lam’s side to the top of the Betfred Super League table.
Day one of the Asian Champions League group stages.
The Tangerines and the Black Cats face off at Bloomfield Road as both sides look to prove why they should be promoted into the Championship.
Stoke City face Preston North End for the 100th league game on Saturday as both sides require a reaction to previous embarrassments in the second tier.
Following an enormous moment off the pitch after the takeover by the Bahraini-led group Phoenix 2021 Limited, Wigan can add to supporters joy by making it three victories on the spin by beating Crewe on Saturday.
Oxford have an opportunity to redefine their Play-Off credentials against a Gillingham side who have won only once in their last five.
As both Everton and Spurs still have hopes of making the top four this season, it really is do or die now as neither team can afford any more slip ups if they are to make a late charge for Champions League qualification.
Matt Critchley continued his fine start to the season with a sublime century as Derbyshire batsmen impress, before late flurry of wickets offer Worcestershire hope on day one.
Hampshire welcomed Middlesex in the County Championship, with the hosts looking to claim another victory after their sublime display against Leicestershire.