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Patsy Gallacher’s Milestone Double Secures Sunderland’s First Home Win of 1938
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Patsy Gallacher’s Milestone Double Secures Sunderland’s First Home Win of 1938

On November 5, 1938, Sunderland claimed their first home win of the season with a decisive 3-0 victory over Stoke City at Roker Park. Forward Patsy Gallacher led the way, scoring his 100th and 101st league goals, which marked his final strikes for the Black Cats.

5 Nov 2026
Manchester City
FWC
FIFA World Cup
FIFA WORLD CUP

McGlynn and Bombino Embrace Stoke’s Premier League Ambitions as EFL Championship Push Begins

Jack McGlynn and Luca Bombino, two MLS talents with Premier League dreams, have joined Stoke City in a bold step toward English football’s top tier. Their arrivals mark a strategic shift for the Championship side, which begins its season with a hard-won victory and a defensive identity poised for evolution. Both players reflect on the emotional weight of realizing long-held ambitions, while Stoke’s tactical adjustments under new management signal a season of reinvention.

2 Nov 2026
EnglandFIFA World Cup
Stoke City’s MLS Import Luca Bombino Makes Immediate Impression in Championship
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Stoke City’s MLS Import Luca Bombino Makes Immediate Impression in Championship

American defender Luca Bombino has completed his transfer from MLS side San Diego FC to Stoke City, making an immediate mark in the EFL Championship. Praised for his fearless approach, Bombino provides vital defensive reinforcement for the Potters.

30 Oct 2026
ChampionshipLuca BombinoMark Robins
Paul Lambert Rejects Relegation Fears as Coventry City’s Premier League Ambitions Remain Unshaken
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Paul Lambert Rejects Relegation Fears as Coventry City’s Premier League Ambitions Remain Unshaken

With Coventry City’s early-season struggles dominating headlines, manager Paul Lambert has dismissed any concerns about survival in the Premier League. His unyielding confidence—backed by a dual managerial role and a tactical mindset honed across top-flight clubs—hints at a fightback already underway.

7 Oct 2026
Liam Delap’s 10-goal season raises England call-up questions as Nottingham Forest legend Des Walker highlights his raw potential
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Liam Delap’s 10-goal season raises England call-up questions as Nottingham Forest legend Des Walker highlights his raw potential

With Liam Delap’s 10-goal haul in the Championship already sparking debate, Nottingham Forest’s Des Walker breaks down the Manchester City academy graduate’s physical attributes and tactical role—could this be the breakthrough England needs behind Harry Kane?

6 Oct 2026
EnglandEnglish Premier LeagueFIFA World Cup
A decade after Stoke’s 1-0 FA Cup…
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A decade after Stoke’s 1-0 FA Cup…

A decade after Stoke’s 1-0 FA Cup final loss to Manchester City, former manager Tony Pulis still feels the verdict was unjust—and the fallout from that night continues to ripple through English football.

28 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester City
Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has said he feels “cheated” after Manchester City’s guilty verdict
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Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has said he feels “cheated” after Manchester City’s guilty verdict

Former Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has said he feels “cheated” by Manchester City after an independent Premier League commission reportedly found the club guilty of 114 of 115 financial charges,

27 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester City
Portsmouth Register Official Complaint With UEFA Following Molineux Rescheduling Crisis
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Portsmouth Register Official Complaint With UEFA Following Molineux Rescheduling Crisis

Portsmouth chief executive Andy Cullen has confirmed European football’s governing body was formally notified of the severe disruption caused by double postponements in the Championship. The scheduling conflict stems from a standoff between the EFL and UEFA over Champions League fixtures.

19 Sept 2026
Andy CullenChampionshipEFL
Pochettino Extends Through 2030 as USMNT Prepare for Post-World Cup Cycle and Cavan Sullivan Call-Up
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Pochettino Extends Through 2030 as USMNT Prepare for Post-World Cup Cycle and Cavan Sullivan Call-Up

Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension through the 2030 World Cup, setting the stage for a new United States men’s national team cycle. The Americans face four international friendlies in late September and October, headlined by the inclusion of 16-year-old phenom Cavan Sullivan.

16 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsCavan SullivanChristian Pulisic
Graham and Ure Earn First Scotland Caps as Pocognoli Overhauls Nations League Squad
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Graham and Ure Earn First Scotland Caps as Pocognoli Overhauls Nations League Squad

Stoke City centre-back Luke Graham and Sevilla striker Robbie Ure have received their first senior Scotland call-ups after Sébastien Pocognoli named a 28-man squad for his opening Nations League wind

14 Sept 2026
Football
Graham and Ure Earn First Scotland Caps as Pocognoli Overhauls Nations League Squad
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Graham and Ure Earn First Scotland Caps as Pocognoli Overhauls Nations League Squad

Stoke City centre-back Luke Graham and Sevilla striker Robbie Ure have received their first senior Scotland call-ups after Sébastien Pocognoli named a 28-man squad for his opening Nations League wind

14 Sept 2026
Football
Watford Sign Free Agent Michail Antonio to Boost Championship Attack
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Watford Sign Free Agent Michail Antonio to Boost Championship Attack

Watford have signed former West Ham United striker Michail Antonio on a free transfer, giving the Championship club an experienced attacking option as they seek greater consistency in front of goal.

11 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsChampionshipFootball
Birmingham City Host Wolverhampton Wanderers as West Midlands Rivals Battle for Championship Dominance
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Birmingham City Host Wolverhampton Wanderers as West Midlands Rivals Battle for Championship Dominance

Birmingham City and Wolverhampton Wanderers played out a 2–2 draw at St Andrew’s in a fiercely contested West Midlands derby. The result extended Wolves’ strong recent record in the fixture, but

6 Sept 2026
Birmingham CityEFL ChampionshipEngland
Hull City Stun Manchester United in 2-0 Premier League Opening Day Shock
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Hull City Stun Manchester United in 2-0 Premier League Opening Day Shock

Newly promoted Hull City marked their return to the Premier League with a historic 2-0 victory over Manchester United at the MKM Stadium. First-half set-piece goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy secured the Tigers’ first-ever top-flight win over United.

22 Aug 2026
Andrey SantosBreaking NewsEnglish Premier League
EFL Championship 2026/27 Season Preview
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EFL Championship 2026/27 Season Preview

The 2026/27 EFL Championship season is approaching, and fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the campaign. The Championship is always highly competitive, and this year is expected to be no diffe

12 Aug 2026
ChampionshipCorum FKEFL
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