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Cod almighty! Promising times for magical Mariners
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 23/09/2025
» League Two Side Grimsby Town continued their sparkling run in the Carabao Cup (League Cup) last week by reaching the fourth round after defeating struggling Championship side Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 away at Hillsborough.
From the Ammies to the Posh
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 12/10/2024
» While most football fans know the nicknames of clubs in the Premier League and Championship they are probably less familiar with those in the lower divisions. Some simply reflect a team's colours or a variation on the club name. But many provide an insight into the cultural and economic environment of towns and regions where the clubs first developed.
Performing in empty arenas will be a true test of the Olympic spirit
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 24/07/2021
» There is little doubt that the Olympics which has finally got under way in Tokyo will be the strangest ever.
What awaits Tartan Army, Dragons and Three Lions?
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 12/06/2021
» It is safe to say that the 2020 Euro Championships which began last night will be like no other.
England hoping to avenge Iceland debacle in Nations League
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 05/09/2020
» Something that seems to have crept up on us without warning are early rounds in the Uefa Nations League which have been taking place this week and continue until Tuesday.
Thai ace Ariya having fun on top of the world
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 24/11/2018
» The extraordinary success of Ariya Jutanugarn on the LPGA Tour this season sees her finishing as world No.1 as well as picking up just about every golfing award available.
When 72 clubs look on the bright side
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 04/08/2018
» After a surprisingly enjoyable World Cup we are quickly back to the bread and butter of league football in England. Although the Premier League doesn't kick off for another seven days, for many the real English football season starts this weekend when the other 72 clubs get down to business.