Late penalty leaves Eddie Howe ‘hugely frustrated’

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe was left fuming after Paris St Germain denied Newcastle a priceless Champions League victory with a controversial stoppage-time penalty.The Magpies looked to be heading for a famous 1-0 win at the Parc des Princes as they battled their way through a second-half onslaught from the hosts until Polish referee Szymon Marciniak awarded a spot-kick against Tino Livramento after

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First half was the worst I’ve seen us – Phil Foden savours thrilling fightback

Phil Foden felt Manchester City were at their worst before recovering from 2-0 down to secure top spot in their Champions League group with a 3-2 win over Leipzig.The holders trailed to two breakaway Lois Openda goals at half-time of Tuesday’s clash at the Etihad Stadium.Foden sparked their recovery after the interval, teeing up goals for Erling Haaland and substitute Jeremy Doku either side

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Ruben Selles demands more from Reading despite huge win

Reading manager Ruben Selles admitted his side could still do better after their 5-1 thrashing of Carlisle lifted them off the bottom of League One.An own goal from Carlisle skipper Sam Lavelle had given Reading the lead and although Luke Plange quickly levelled, a double from Harvey Knibbs gave the hosts a healthy 3-1 lead at the break.Carlisle improved in the second half but fine finishes from L

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I just want the lads to understand me better – Grant McCann after Doncaster win

Grant McCann will focus on ensuring his messages are getting through to his Doncaster players loud and clear after being left frustrated with aspects of their performance in the win over Colchester.A Tom Smith own goal and efforts from Mo Faal and Joe Ironside saw Rovers to a 3-1 triumph.While pleased with the result, McCann felt his side did not heed his instructions to push for more goals after

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Barrow’s climb is a victory for hard work, says boss Pete Wild

Pete Wild believes his side’s hard work is paying off after Barrow moved into the Sky Bet League Two promotion places with a comfortable 2-0 win over Walsall at Holker Street.Goals from Ben Whitfield and Niall Canavan secured all three points as the Bluebirds extended their record unbeaten league run to 10 games.Whitfield put the home side ahead after 11 minutes, controlling Canavan’s

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‘Not glamorous’ but Graham Coughlan hails fine win for Newport

Newport boss Graham Coughlan praised his side’s grit and determination as they came from behind to take the three points at Morecambe.On what proved to be a disappointing first night for new Shrimps boss Ged Brannan, goals from Will Evans and Seb Palmer-Houlden either side of the break earned the Exiles a comeback win after Michael Mellon had given the home side an early lead.Coughlan said:

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Marti Cifuentes dedicates QPR win over Stoke to the memory of Terry Venables

QPR boss Marti Cifuentes dedicated the much-needed victory over Stoke to the memory of Terry Venables.Rangers won 4-2 against the 10-man Potters, who had Enda Stevens sent off early in the second half.It clinched a first win in 13 matches and only their second at home since October last year.We will remember our former player and manager Terry Venables tonight 💙🤍Martí Cifuen

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Neill Collins acknowledges bizarre nature of Sam Cosgrove’s winner for Barnsley

Neill Collins acknowledged the bizarre nature of his Barnsley side’s late winner after Sam Cosgrove snatched a 1-0 victory for the Tykes in second-half stoppage-time.Cosgrove capitalised on a costly mistake from Wycombe goalkeeper Max Stryjek to net his first goal for the Reds.Wycombe player Harry Boyes was shown a second yellow for dissent amidst protests following the goal.Collins said: &l

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Stephen Clemence hails Gillingham character after long delay

Gillingham head coach Stephen Clemence was delighted with the resilience his players showed in unusual circumstances in their last-gasp 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon.The match was delayed by 23 minutes due to floodlight failure at the Priestfield Stadium midway through the second half after a power cut hit the local area.After the players went back to the changing rooms for a time, there was a fl

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Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens wanted more from Bristol Rovers draw

Leyton Orient head coach Richie Wellens believed that his side warranted the three points after their 1-1 draw against Bristol Rovers at the Memorial Stadium.Rovers took the lead in the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time through Grant Ward, and Wellens was not happy with how his side defended the set-piece.Orient did dominate possession and territory however, if unable to fashion chances, f

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