Tony Mowbray speaks out about his “shattering” bowel cancer diagnosis
“The toughest year of my life, of our lives”. Former Celtic and Middlesbrough manager Tony Mowbray has been speaking bravely with the BBC about his experience with bowel cancer. The 60-year-old received the bad news while managing Birmingham City in the Championship less than a year ago, and previously impressed in his role as Sunderland […]
1 year ago
Ireland midfielder Finn Azaz scores two and sets up another in Middlesbrough rout
Hitting top form at the perfect time. Ireland creator Finn Azaz scored two and set up another as Middlesbrough hammered Luton Town 5-1 earlier today in the EFL Championship. Azaz, who is in the Ireland squad to take on Finland and England next week, has been a mainstay in Michael Carrick’s side this season and […]
1 year ago
Former Premier League defender Sol Bamba dies aged 39
The Ivory Coast international played for Cardiff City, Leeds United and Paris Saint-Germain. Former Cardiff City and Leeds United centre-back Sol Bamba has died at the age of 39 after a long battle with cancer. Most recently, Bamba had been working as a technical director for Turkish club Adanaspor, and they announced his passing via […]
1 year ago
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tips Michael Carrick to become Man United manager
“He knows what he wants.” Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has tipped Michael Carrick to become the manager of Manchester United on a full-time basis in the future. Carrick oversaw four games in charge as caretaker boss of United following Solskjaer’s sacking last season. However, the Norwegian revealed that the former midfielder initially had reservations about taking […]
3 years ago
Caoimhin Kelleher set to leave Liverpool and it is obvious where he should go next
“Obviously I’d rather be playing.” Caoimhin Kelleher looks set to leave Liverpool, and where he goes next is hugely important not just for his career, but for the Republic of Ireland as well. The Irishman has enjoyed a successful time at the Reds despite being rooted as the number two behind Alisson Becker. Kelleher has […]
3 years ago
Robbie Brady: Three Championship clubs line up Ireland winger on free transfer
Robbie Brady is wanted by several clubs. Three Championship clubs are interested in signing Robbie Brady on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of June. Brady, 30, spent last season at Bournemouth after Scott Parker signed the Republic of Ireland international in October on a short-term deal. Brady is a target […]
4 years ago