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Bantams hope for magic touch
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 12/04/2025
» Despite having a population approaching half a million the West Yorkshire city of Bradford has underachieved when it comes to football bragging rights. However, Bradford City are hoping this season will see a much-needed change in fortune, even if it is just a small step.
Blazing Red Dragons producing plenty of fire in League One
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 07/09/2024
» The early international break can be a bit irritating for Premier League fans but football still carries on in the lower leagues in England where there have been some interesting developments as the season unfolds.
Bantams have the fans but unfortunately not the results
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 18/11/2023
» With another international break, it seems an appropriate time to spotlight a team from League Two which at least has nearly a full programme today.
FA Cup serves up some intriguing clubs
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 04/11/2023
» While the focus of English football will be on the Premier League this weekend, there will be plenty of drama at the smaller grounds around the country as little-known teams from the lower divisions do battle in the first round of the FA Cup.
Motty, the voice of football for five decades
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 04/03/2023
» The recent death of legendary English football commentator John Motson at the age of 77 prompted many tributes from fans, players and broadcasters alike.
'Crazy climax' at the Valley again
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 05/11/2022
» Every now and again we get a reminder that drama in English football is not confined to the Premier League.
Reigns of club managers getting shorter than ever
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 30/10/2022
» The sacking of Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard after just 343 days is a reminder that the shelf life of Premier League managers, though admittedly longer than some British prime ministers, is getting shorter every year.
Reigns of club managers getting shorter than ever
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 29/10/2022
» The sacking of Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard after just 343 days is a reminder that the shelf life of Premier League managers, though admittedly longer than some British prime ministers, is getting shorter every year.
Welsh Dragons take on the Blue and Yellows in massive game
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 04/06/2022
» In what is certain to be a hugely emotional affair, Wales face one of the most important matches in their history tomorrow at Cardiff City Stadium when they take on embattled Ukraine for Europe's final spot in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Rotherham seek to shake off yo-yo image
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 19/02/2022
» For those familiar with England's lower leagues, one club that are always fun to follow are Rotherham United who in each of the past five seasons have succeeded in either being promoted or relegated. None of this middle-of-the table nonsense for The Millers.