Disconsolate Lee Johnson backed himself and his players to recover from Sunderland’s shocking 6-0 capitulation to rejuvenated Bolton.But the Black Cats boss admitted criticism of Sunderland’s collapse, including four second-half goals, was “justified and fair”.Striker Dion Charles struck twice while Dapo Afolayan – with his 11th goal of the season – Kieran Lee...Full Story »

Sheffield Wednesday made it nine games unbeaten at Hillsborough with a 1-0 win over Ipswich thanks to a first-half volley from Marvin Johnson.Johnson put the home side ahead in the sixth minute and the Owls missed a whole host of chances to extend their lead but nevertheless clung on to victory.The hosts made the early breakthrough when Johnson arrived late at the back post to volley in from a N...Full Story »

John Sheridan’s sixth spell in charge of Oldham began with a largely uninspiring 0-0 draw against local rivals Rochdale.A bumper 8,000-plus crowd watched the start of Sheridan’s fourth permanent stint at the helm but his side are now winless in nine matches dating back to November.Following a 23-minute delay due to a fan medical emergency early in the game, it was Oldham who eventual...Full Story »

Aberdeen’s Scottish Premiership match with St Johnstone at Pittodrie has been postponed due to Storm Malik.Strong winds and rain have battered Scotland overnight and the game has been called off due to safety concerns around the stadium.A statement on the Dons’ website read: “Today’s match against St Johnstone has been postponed due to Storm Malik and safety concerns arou...Full Story »

Vicente Besuijen could make his Aberdeen debut against cinch Premiership bottom club St Johnstone.The Holland youth international’s work permit has been finalised.Jonny Hayes and Jack MacKenzie are back in training and could return from injury but Marley Watkins (foot) remains out, along with long-term absentees Andy Considine and Mikey Devlin.Midfielder Melker Hallberg will make his St Jo...Full Story »

Sheffield Wednesday’s new loan signings Harlee Dean and Tyreece John-Jules are hoping to feature in the home game against Ipswich.Birmingham defender Dean and Arsenal striker John-Jules both arrived this week until the end of the season.On-loan Preston defender Jordan Storey, an unused substitute in last week’s defeat at Oxford, is also hoping to make his first appearance for the clu...Full Story »

West Brom head coach Valerien Ismael revealed England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone missed the 2-0 home defeat to Preston through disciplinary issues on a night when supporters turned on the Frenchman.Johnstone failed to make the squad after a three-match ban and was replaced by David Button.“We had a matter, an issue in the squad and have solved the problem,” said Ismael.“He was no...Full Story »

St Johnstone manager Callum Davidson was left cursing his luck after recent signing Nadir Ciftci joined a mounting casualty list during the goalless draw with Dundee.The former Dundee United and Celtic attacker suffered a hamstring strain eight minutes into his home debut as Saints halted an eight-game losing run in the cinch Premiership.Davidson welcomed a point to stop the rot, with his side b...Full Story »

England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone was a mystery absentee as West Brom supporters turned on head coach Valerien Ismael during a 2-0 defeat to Prest.Johnstone was expected to return after completing his three-match ban following his sending off against Cardiff, but he did not feature in the matchday squad.His absence was not because of injury, illness or transfer related and he was replaced by Davi...Full Story »

St Johnstone and Dundee both remain in relegation trouble in the cinch Premiership after the Tayside derby ended in a goalless draw.Saints halted an eight-game losing run in the league but passed up an opportunity to leapfrog their neighbours who had suffered defeats in their previous six Premiership matches.While rival managers Callum Davidson and James McPake could take satisfaction from clean...Full Story »

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson expects to have John Souttar in his squad to face Celtic.The defender missed Saturday’s cup win over Auchinleck Talbot with an ankle injury after Rangers made a failed bid to take him to Ibrox months before scheduled.Beni Baningime is in contention to start following a knee problem, while Ben Woodburn is back following a Covid-19 absence. Defender Taylor Moore...Full Story »

St Johnstone could have new signing John Mahon in their squad for their cinch Premiership survival battle against Dundee, but the Irish defender is not ready to start.Callum Hendry has been recalled from a loan spell with Kilmarnock and Cammy MacPherson has signed from St Mirren after being briefly recalled by the Paisley club from a loan spell in Perth.Midfielders Craig Bryson (ankle) and David...Full Story »

Oldham interim boss Selim Benachour said he is willing to step aside if the troubled club’s owners want John Sheridan to return as manager.Jack Muldoon’s hat-trick saw Benachour’s bottom-of-the-table Latics lose 3-0 at Harrogate, meaning the former Paris St Germain midfielder and Tunisia international is still without a league win since his promotion from an academy coaching ro...Full Story »

Charlton manager Johnnie Jackson hailed the humility of teenager Mason Burstow after the 18-year-old helped his side record a 2-0 win over Fleetwood at The Valley.Burstow headed home his fifth goal in his first 13 appearances as a professional, seven of which have come as a substitute, before Albie Morgan guaranteed Charlton’s first league win in five games.Jackson said: “We’ve...Full Story »

Sunderland boss Lee Johnson admits his side’s 1-0 victory over Portsmouth was no classic but was keen to point out the importance of finding ways to win matches in different circumstances.Playing on a dreadful Stadium of Light pitch that resembles a cabbage patch, and facing a Portsmouth side willing to chase and harry from first minute to last, Sunderland produced precious little of the f...Full Story »

St Johnstone’s defence of the Scottish Cup ended in embarrassing fashion with a 1-0 defeat to part-timers Kelty Hearts.The double cup holders were unbeaten in knockout competition last season but succumbed to a 10th successive loss as they crashed out at the first hurdle following Kallum Higginbotham’s strike in the 13th minute of extra-time.The Premiership side, rock bottom in the l...Full Story »

Robbie Neilson insists defender John Souttar is not on the brink of joining Rangers this month despite the Hearts centre-back being left out of Saturday’s 5-0 Scottish Cup fourth-round victory away to Auchinleck Talbot.The 25-year-old last week agreed a pre-contract with the Ibrox club, and the cinch Premiership leaders have now initiated a move to try and land the centre-back in the curre...Full Story »

West Brom remain without Sam Johnstone and Alex Mowatt for the visit of Peterborough in the Sky Bet Championship.The pair are serving the final game of their suspensions and will be available for the midweek visit of Preston.Cedric Kipre is available after his ban while Kyle Bartley is also in contention after injury.Striker Daryl Dike could be given first start after coming off the bench at QPR...Full Story »

Robbie Neilson will continue to utilise John Souttar despite the Hearts defender signing a pre-contract agreement with Rangers to join the Ibrox club in the summer.Souttar is in the squad for the home cinch Premiership game against St Johnstone on Tuesday night.Liam Boyce is back after recovering from a knock while Beni Baningime is missing with a knee injury.St Johnstone boss Callum Davidson ex...Full Story »

Sunderland boss Lee Johnson was frustrated as his side drew 1-1 against 10-man Accrington and lost the chance to go top of Sky Bet League One.Aiden O’Brien came on for the Black Cats at half-time and, within three minutes, put his side ahead with a deflected shot from outside the area.Stanley were reduced to 10 men on 76 minutes when defender Ross Sykes saw red for two bookable offences.It...Full Story »