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Wrexham had to block outside noise - Parkinson
Wrexham had to "block everything out" says Phil Parkinson as they responded to recent criticism with a victory over Preston North End.
Manzambi maintains Aston Villa progress with win to seal dismal week for Newcastle
There is a reason why Aston Villa were so desperate to hijack Johan Manzambi’s proposed summer move from Freiburg to Newcastle. The tall, quick, tricky, clever and perfectly balanced 21-year-old Switzerland attacking midfielder looked worth every penny of the record £50m plus fee Villa ended up p…
Can Hearts prove credentials at scene of title heartbreak?
Hearts' last trip to Parkhead ended with their title dream being crushed in the space of 11 minutes. They return to face Celtic on Sunday refreshed and reshaped.
Boos and bananas on day of defiance at Man City
Manchester City fans boo the Premier League anthem before watching their side move six points clear at the top of the table.
Kartal hails mentality after 'dream come true' run to Wuhan Open final
Britain's Sonay Kartal says making her maiden WTA 1000 final at the Wuhan Open is a "dream come true," adding that the mental side of sport is "one of my strongest assets."
PL Predictions: Spurs to bag rare home win on MNF
Our top tipster Lewis Jones, aka Jones Knows, provides his analysis and betting insight for a busy weekend of Premier League action.
Swansea must use West Ham defeat as fuel - Matos
Vitor Matos tells Swansea City to use the frustration of defeat to West Ham United as fuel in their bid to keep pace in the Championship promotion race.
Arsenal held at home by Birmingham
Arsenal continue to struggle in the Women's Super League after having to come from behind to draw 1-1 with Birmingham at the Emirates.
Southampton frustrated at home by Bolton
James Bree, Lewis Dobbin and Leo Scienza all squandered chances as Southampton dropped points at home for the first time this season with a 0-0 draw against Bolton.
West Brom hit back to beat Blackburn in five-goal thriller
West Brom completed a stunning comeback after conceding two early goals as they beat Blackburn 3-2 in the Sky Bet Championship.
West Ham win at Championship leaders Swansea
West Ham ended Swansea's four-match winning streak with a 1-0 away success that reduced the gap at the top of the Sky Bet Championship to a single point.
Struggling Norwich beaten by Portsmouth
Portsmouth piled on the misery for struggling Norwich as they made it back-to-back Championships victories with a 1-0 triumph at Carrow Road.
Millar double fires Birmingham past QPR
Liam Millar scored twice as Birmingham won a crucial Sky Bet Championship clash 3-0 with QPR at St Andrew's.
Sheff Utd battle to narrow win at Bristol City
Oliver Arblaster's early strike and a strong defensive display saw Sheffield United take all three points from a 1-0 Championship victory over Bristol City at Ashton Gate.
Sorry Derby beaten at home by Stoke
Luke Graham scored his first goal for Stoke as they won 1-0 at Pride Park to pile more pressure on struggling Derby.
Wrexham thump four past dismal Preston
Wrexham eased the pressure on Phil Parkinson with a 4-1 Sky Bet Championship win over rock-bottom Preston.
Yarmoliuk red card changed game dynamic - Andrews
Brentford manager Keith Andrews says Yehor Yarmoliuk's first-half red card changed the dynamic of their game against Liverpool which ended in a 2-1 defeat for the Bees.
Man City's Maresca 'very happy' after Ipswich win
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca praises his side after their beat Ipswich Town at home in the Premier League.