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      Coaches should tell kids ‘you don’t have to be like Haaland, you can be like Chris Wood’ after stunning October spell

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      CHRIS WOOD’S career revival should help inspire every kid, every non-league hopeful, across the country.He has proved that, at the age of 32, there’s still a space in football for different types of players.Chris Wood won the Premier League Player of the Month award for OctoberCredit: GettyErling Haaland isn’t ‘real life’ for most coaches – but Wood can give hope to upcoming prospects in non-league and academiesCredit: GettyWe get so caught up in how Pep Guardiola plays, what Pep has, what Pep wants — but that isn’t real life.It is not real life to have Erling Haaland.Coaches should be telling these kids: you don’t have to be like Haaland . . . you can be like Chris Wood.It gives people in the lower leagues, all those who are not traditional academy prospects, hope.READ MORE ON NOTTINGHAM FORESTAnd what you are seeing now is based purely on his hard work — his determination to keep going.It is just incredible to see his numbers. 14 goals in the Prem last season. Eight in ten now.Who’s to say he can’t go and get 20 come May?All he needs is two goals a month until then.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA lot of people had written him off. He had gone to Newcastle from Burnley in 2021 and it didn’t work.And before he arrived at Nottingham Forest last summer on a permanent deal, he would have heard people tell him: You’re finished, you’re old, you should go to the Championship.Fans chant ‘you don’t know where you’re going’ as Edson Alvarez gets LOST trying to find tunnel at Nottingham ForestFor some reason, when a player hits 30 it’s then a danger zone.Why? Trust me, nobody in a dressing room cares about age. And where he is at now, he is cutting out the noise.Those poor experiences at Newcastle have taught him so much, knowing what to do and how to act in the tough times.He’s been there, he’s battled it, he’s got the scars and he has the look of a guy who isn’t afraid to keep working in the shadows because you know one day, you will get a chance.You must remember, the start to his career was tough, too, coming over from New Zealand to England at West Brom.He was then shipped out on loan after loan to the likes of Barnsley, Brighton, Birmingham, Bristol City, Millwall . . . All of those would have shaped him.And I even remember when he was at Leicester as a 21-year-old, playing against him for Watford in the Championship play-offs back in 2012-13.In that second leg, when I scored a fairly memorable winner at Vicarage Road, he started up front, but was taken off after an hour for a young Harry Kane.I don’t mean this disrespectfully but he was sluggish — a bit cumbersome.It looked like his shoulders were too big for him with skinny legs.He was decent, a big target man, but nothing special. Now, he is a Rubik’s Cube of a man — just so solid.And he is a lovely bloke, what you would expect with a guy from Down Under.But did I think that, 11 years later, he would be in the early running for the Prem Golden Boot? Absolutely not.He has stuck at it and with the way football is now, he is really suited to it.No one really defends any more. Everyone has a high line and you can find space.And, then, Nuno Espirito Santo has come in at Forest and believed he could get more out of this fella.So he tweaked the system, getting more pace around him with Morgan Gibbs-White and Callum Hudson-Odoi.That’s a sign of a great coach. Nuno doesn’t get the credit that he deserves for looking at the players he has and changing things around to win games.You compare that to someone like Russell Martin over at Southampton who looks at what he has got and still plays his way, sticks to a philosophy, a style, regardless of results.Apparently now, that’s the way to go? What about winning games . . . ?What about getting the very best out of what you have? What about being smart and pragmatic?And those two words — smart and pragmatic — perfectly sum up Nuno and Wood.Forest have a chance to do something special this season.I am not saying they will go and do a Leicester and win the league but the stars are aligning early doors.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe ‘big boys’ just aren’t as dominant. Manchester City are in a mini-crisis. Arsenal are having a bit of a wobble. Liverpool look good but are still in transition.And against his old club Newcastle tomorrow, he now has the chance to say: You didn’t think I was good enough? Just watch this. More

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      Banned for threatening ref & not eating when he loses – fiery new Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim will bring ‘hairdryer’ back

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      WHEN Ruben Amorim arrives at Manchester United on Monday, the Premier League had better be ready for some hairdryer treatment.The Portuguese manager has gained a reputation for struggling to contain his temper both on and off the pitch during his career.New Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has a fiery side, just like former boss Sir Alex FergusonCredit: RexIt is the kind of rage that fans and players at Old Trafford got used to when Sir Alex Ferguson was in charge.Amorim, 39, who impressed United supporters by beating their rivals Man City 4-1 in his penultimate game in charge of Sporting Lisbon this week, is charged with bringing back the glory days achieved by Fergie in the 1990s and 2000s.The former midfielder has admitted letting anger get the better of him as a player, and he was banned from the touchline as a manager for three months after allegedly telling a referee: “I’ll smash your face in.”Amorim, who played 14 times for his country, also conceded that he struggled to hide his frustration when his team wasn’t doing well and got “impatient” with young stars.READ MORE RUBEN AMORIMHe has gained inspiration by reading about great leaders such as Barack Obama and the late Apple boss Steve Jobs.Different atmosphereHe is also said to be a fan of Peaky Blinders and has seen every episode of the BBC gangster drama starring Cillian Murphy, reportedly telling pals he was “addicted” to the show, which was mainly shot in Birmingham, but also in Manchester.And thanks to some anger management therapy, he is said to be calmer now.But Amorim, who gives few interviews, once admitted: “One problem I have is I can’t control my body language when something is, in my opinion, incredibly wrong.Most read in Football“Because there are things that should be known at a certain level and when I see players making certain mistakes I quickly get frustrated and can’t hide it.”Amorim is set to earn around £8million a year as boss at Manchester United.’Sporting fans will be upset with Ruben Amorim but he will be much better than Erik ten Hag’It is a huge change of fortunes for the man who was raised on the breadline in a household in Lisbon.His parents split up when he was a year old, and money was tight as he and older brother Mauro were raised by their mother Anabela.When Amorim was 13 they moved to the Corroios area of Almada, across the river Tagus from Lisbon, and matters got worse.Amorim’s father Virgilio said: “We were separated and it was an important change for our sons.“Ruben was used to a quiet school and I remember he was attacked once or twice in Corroios, it was a different atmosphere.”Amorim, who has a half-sister, Catia, is said to have been teased at his new school for preferring water to Coke.His friend Daniel Oliveira said: “We teased him a lot because at meals we nearly had to force him to drink something else.”But that healthy approach proved wise, as Amorim’s footballing talent was noticed by local side Belenenses, which signed him in 2003.Amorim is a hero at Sporting where he has won two league titles, and beat Manchester City this weekCredit: PAIn 2008 he joined Benfica, one of Portugal’s top sides, and for him, winning was everything.He said: “In my first derby, Sporting v Benfica, I lost, and I didn’t eat all weekend. “My week, if Benfica lost, I was depressed.”Unfortunately his career was blighted by injuries, such as a torn cruciate ligament in his right knee and tendonitis.Sitting on the sidelines deeply frustrated Amorim, who grew so annoyed he is said to have hurled his boots across the physio room.He said: “An injured player gets stressed and in a bad mood, and contrary to what one might think, you spend more time at the club recovering.”But Amorim was fit to play for his country in the 2014 World Cup. He said: “It was the only year I didn’t have injuries. I was so happy.”A year later he accepted that his physical state meant he could no longer play at the highest level, and he decided to sign for Al-Wakrah in Qatar on loan. It didn’t go well.He recalled: “I knew I wouldn’t have much success there. “Things went against me a lot.“I was sent off twice when I’d never been sent off before. “It must have been the frustration and it turned to anger. “I was stupid.”13-time title winner Sir Alex Ferguson became known for the ‘hairdryer’ treatment dealt out to his playersCredit: GettyAfter just 14 games in the Middle East he decided he would rather quit than accept a losing mentality, even though he could have earned a fortune at the wealthy side.Amorim said: “People said I could stay there five years and earn a lot of money, and that’s what I thought.“But when you go on the pitch I couldn’t think that way — you want to perform well.“I couldn’t stand players greeting me and chatting during the game when we were losing.”In 2017 he decided to retire from playing football at the age of 32.Four years earlier, in 2013, he had married interior designer Maria Joao Diogo in an impressive ceremony at a historic palace in the city of Coimbra.Unlike many footballing partnerships, the couple, who have sons Miguel and Manuel, do not advertise their romance on social media and prefer to keep a low profile.But Amorim did dance with Maria on the pitch when he won his first league title as manager of Sporting Lisbon in 2021.He had had some doubts about going into coaching because the demand of the job means you do not get to see much of your family.He revealed: “At first I wanted to look at doing other things because it’s not very easy for family life.“As I finished playing early, it’s a way of filling the gap. “I’ll try it. I don’t know if I’ll be good or bad.”His rise to the top has been meteoric, having started as a manager in 2018 with lowly third- division side Casa Pia in Lisbon.Amorim has been supported through his managerial career by wife Maria Joao DiogoCredit: D. RAmorim’s hot-headed nature got him into trouble the following year.During a match against Amora he put his head against that of referee Hugo Silva and was reported to have told him: “I’ll smash your face in.”Having been restrained by colleagues, he then took the dispute into the changing room, continuing to berate the ref.Amorim was banned for 90 days and fined 408 euros.According to Espresso, a Portuguese daily newspaper, he went to a psychologist for anger management sessions. Much of his success is down to a strict work ethic, which includes starting his day at 6am.And he has a reputation for looking after his players — including paying the rent for his Casa Pia central defender Deritson Lopes for a year after after he heard that the player was having to work nights at a fast food joint to support his three children.Lopes said: “He was an angel in my life.”Amorim left Casa Pia because he had been banned for coaching without the right level of qualifications and he went to Braga instead.His friend Tiago Ribeiro said: “When he went to Braga B, there were some months without work during which his assistants didn’t get paid, and he took it upon himself to make sure they weren’t lacking anything.” At Braga’s first team he won the league cup and took the unfashionable side into Europe.In 2020 Sporting Lisbon, the bitter rivals of the Benfica side he had supported as a child, paid a record fee to secure his services.It proved to be money well spent because he won the club’s first league title in 19 years.That is what Manchester United hope to be buying, having not finished top of the Premier League since 2013. He is a young coach who should be given the time to succeed, like Ferguson was.Amorim said: “I’ve grown with experience in every respect. “It’s normal to improve with experience.“I’ve made mistakes. “I’ve learnt, I keep learning.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I’ve come through difficulties, I have had great support and I’ve been lucky.”Additional reporting: VICTOR VAGOAmorim, 39, has enjoyed a meteoric rise to the topCredit: Getty More

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      Mason Greenwood being encouraged to consider suing Man Utd after Benjamin Mendy successfully sued rivals City

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      MASON Greenwood is being encouraged to consider suing Man United after Benjamin Mendy successfully sued their rivals City.Legal sources say there could be “potential implications” following Mendy’s victory.The footie ace is to get £9million in wages which were withheld after he was charged with rape and sexual assault — of which he was later cleared.Mason Greenwood could launch a legal bid against Manchester United relating to loss of earningsCredit: ReutersFormer Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy has successfully sued his former clubCredit: GettyHis reps remain unhappy with United’s decision to get rid of him six months later.They believe it affected his future earning ability and attractiveness to sponsors such as Nike, who ditched him after he was arrested.A source said the club was prepared for legal action if Greenwood decided to try to launch a case.READ MORE MASON GREENWOODThey said: “This is something that has been on the cards ever since criminal charges against Mason were dropped. “The club has noted the Mendy case and the potential implications it has for them.“But the two cases are fundamentally different. “Mendy was suspended without pay by City, whilst Mason was suspended on full pay.Most read in FootballBenjamin Mendy has won the majority of his battle against Manchester City over £11.5million in unpaid wages“If he were to launch legal action it would be for a loss of potential earnings.“He was one of the hottest prospects in Europe. “His suspension destroyed it all in an instant.In March we told how Greenwood had liquidated his image rights company in an apparent nod to his lack of appeal to sponsors.The source went on: “He could also claim for damage to his mental health. “The Mendy case has emboldened those around Greenwood. “They feel he was unfairly treated.“But the club sought legal advice at every single stage and is prepared should he go through with it.”Greenwood, now at Marseille, is expecting a second child with partner Harriet Robson.It comes after a tribunal ruled Man City acted unlawfully when they stopped paying Mendy’s wages in 2021. READ MORE SUN STORIESJudge Joanne Dunlop said the French defender, 30, was “ready and willing” to work.We approached United for comment.Greenwood is enjoying success at Marseille after leaving Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP More

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      Jose Mourinho ‘identifies shock Premier League manager’s job he is ready to take straight away’

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      JOSE MOURINHO has taken talk of a Prem return to a new level.The Fenerbahce chief blasted Turkish football last week and is reportedly targeting one high-spending English club in particular.Jose Mourinho is eyeing an English top-flight returnCredit: AFPMourinho fancies making waves in the Premier League once more after landing in hot water in Turkey.The ex-Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham chief has been banned for one match as well as fined after scorching comments about officials and fighting “the system”.The Portuguese 61-year-old suggested the Turkish League “smells bad”.He also questioned why international fans would watch it when there are exciting alternatives such as the Prem.READ MORE TOP STORIESNow The Guardian reckon the two-time Champions League winner is paying extra attention to one Prem team.It’s reckoned the former Real Madrid and Inter Milan manager has been eyeing the situation at Newcastle.St James’ Park chief Eddie Howe is under pressure as the club’s Saudi owners are itching to qualify for the Champions League football.Howe has eased the short-term strain on his position with victories over Chelsea and Arsenal.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut ahead of Sunday’s trip to third-placed Nottingham Forest, Newcastle still sit just 11th.It’s understood Mourinho met Newcastle chairman Yasir al-Rumayyan socially at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in March.Jose Mourinho jokes that he could become Millwall manager as he says ‘it’s just across the bridge from my house’And The Guardian say the three-time Prem winner has “maintained the connection” since then.Mourinho’s recent outbursts included a frank admission he was keen to boss again in the Prem – albeit at a STRUGGLING team.He said: “So you find a club in England from the bottom of the table (that) needs a coach in two years, I’m ready to go.”Ironically, Mourinho appears to have grown ever more outspoken since picking up a red card against old club United last month.He was banished for his touchline antics in a 1-1 Europa Conference League draw at Fenerbahce.Now it appears he’s eager for a chance at another United in England – with the Magpies potentially becoming his first swoop on the North East. More

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      Jude Bellingham drops huge hint over relationship with stunning model Laura Celia Valk as she posts series of racy snaps

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      EAGLE-EYED fans have spotted Jude Bellingham interacting with Laura Celia Valk’s latest Instagram post.The Sun exclusively revealed in April that the pair had begun dating.Laura Celia Valk shared a series of glamorous snaps to InstagramCredit: Instagram @ lauraceliavIn one she wore a black leotard and ballet shoesCredit: Instagram @ lauraceliavJude Bellingham liked Laura’s postCredit: GettyIn the summer, Bellingham faced claims that the relationship was a “publicity stunt” – with the pair having not been seen together in public.But the Real Madrid midfielder does follow Laura on Instagram.And fans quickly noticed when his account liked her latest set of snaps.Earlier this week, Laura posted a photodump, which included a snap of herself in a pink corseted dress.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpotting Bellingham’s like, one fan commented: “Hey Jude Bellingham.”While a second added: “Jude liked it”.The post received plenty of other gushing comments.One fan swooned: “Soo pretty and gorgeous.”Most read in FootballWhile a second gushed: “I’m literally blinded by your beauty.”A third added: “I wish I could be as beautiful as you.”Jude Bellingham’s model girlfriend Laura Celia Valk helps him get over England heartache in bikini Laura has a huge Instagram followingCredit: Instagram / @lauraceliavShe regularly shares glamorous snapsCredit: Instagram / @lauraceliavLaura’s posts receive thousands of likesCredit: Instagram / @lauraceliavShe often posts from exotic locationsCredit: Instagram / @lauraceliav More

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      Ex-Premier League manager, 76, returns to dugout with National League side almost TWO DECADES after last permanent job

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      ONE of the Premier League’s first managers has returned to the dug-out after a near-20 year absence to take over Hartlepool United aged 76.Lennie Lawrence was Middlesbrough boss when the Prem kicked off way back in the 1992-93 campaign after previously managing Charlton.Lennie Lawrence has been confirmed as Hartlepool bossCredit: RexHe later had spells at Bradford, Luton, Grimsby and was in charge of over 1,000 matches but the last came at Cardiff before his sacking in 2005.Lawrence had previously worked on the board and then as assistant before becoming caretaker when Darren Sarll was sacked last month.Pools, who head to leaders York City on Saturday and who sit 15th, have now confirmed that the veteran will remain as manager until the summer.Lawrence will have ex-Woking boss Anthony Limbrick as head coach and Gavin Skelton as first-team coach.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLUpon taking charge, he said: “It’s been a very thorough and professional process that the board has conducted, and it’s a decision we’re very excited about.“A lot went into it and one of the priorities was a long-term plan, and the idea is to offer my experience where possible to develop the rest of the team.”Upon the announcement, a Hartlepool board spokesperson said: “We are really pleased to confirm our new management team following an extensive review and process.”Lennie has an incredible track record in management as well as with his mentorship roles of coaches and managers.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”He’s also proven on multiple caretaker occasions at Hartlepool United his ability and desire to step up and hold the manager position, which has been evident in his recent results and a reformed style of play.”As Board we were keen to see the trajectory and senior stewardship under Lennie continue, and with Anthony and Gavin we have also secured two outstanding pro licence technical coaches who are highly regarded within the game.Lincoln’s Ethan Erhahon reveals players STOLE the physio’s car and he was offered a ‘scrap’ with a fan – What the EFL”We believe their complementary attributes and desire to step up in due course will fit well with Lennie, to give the Club both the best opportunity in the immediate short term this season whilst also planning longer term.”Additionally we are looking longer term with the likes of Nicky Featherstone and supporting his development beyond playing career, and the full complement of first team support staff including medical, strength & conditioning, scouting and analysis will also remain at the management teams’ disposal.”Lawrence, 76, previously managed Middlesbrough in the PremCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      VAR has made just THREE mistakes in 100 games with TWO against Man Utd, but are Arsenal really victims of bad decisions?

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      VAR officials have made just THREE clear mistakes this term – after 100 Prem games.Going into the final weekend before the November international break, there have been 29 decisions overturned after the intervention of the Stockley Park video booth.VAR have made just three mistakes from the first 100 Premier League matches of the seasonCredit: PAErik ten Hag lost his job as Manchester United boss after one of the errorsCredit: AlamyLeandro Trossard was sent off in controversial circumstancesCredit: GettyThat has seen five goals awarded along with eight penalties.Ten goals have been ruled out and four initially-awarded spot-kicks annulled.There have been a swathe of conspiracy theories about fans and some clubs.None more so than at Arsenal, where supporters have bemoaned the PGMOL’s referees of their “agenda” against the Gunners.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey cited the inconsistency from officials that led to red cards for Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard and William Saliba – while players from other teams seemingly got away with similar offences. Add into the mix their frustrations following the 2-2 draw with Liverpool and they now have a full “laundry list” of examples – although their own manager Mikel Arteta debunked any suggestions of a conspiracy against his team.Elsewhere, Ipswich chief executive Mark Ashton is now suggesting he would vote to scrap VAR if there was another proposal on the table.But PGMOL bosses believe the reality is that they are getting it right.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Prem’s “Key Match Incident” panel of former players, managers and refs has determined that a handful of on-field calls might have been incorrect but did NOT meet the threshold for VAR to intervene.And that leaves just the three accepted mistakes – even if one of them directly contributed to the end of Erik ten Hag’s reign at Manchester United.Mikel Arteta debunks claims referees and VAR have conspiracy against Arsenal after flurry of controversial decisions Refs’ chief Howard Webb is expected to confirm during next week’s new episode of the “Mic’d Up” review show that VAR Michael Oliver was wrong to recommend David Coote award an injury-time penalty for Matthijs de Ligt’s challenge on West Ham striker Danny Ings.Jarrod Bowen converted the spot-kick – one of six successful penalties out of the eight awarded through VAR guidance – and Ten Hag got the boot the next day.United were also on the receiving end of one of the other two errors, with the FA subsequently rescinding the red card received by Bruno Fernandes for his challenge on James Maddison during the 3-0 home defeat by Spurs.The other mistake came in August, when Bournemouth’s Dango Ouattara wrongly had a late “winner” against Newcastle ruled out for handball.PGMOL insiders believe the change in emphasis to put greater weight on the “referee’s call” – requiring clear evidence that the on-field ruling was wrong – has improved consistency and acceptance of decisions.Matthijs de Ligt was judged to have fouled Danny Ings in the boxCredit: PADeclan Rice’s second yellow card against Brighton sparked fury among Gunners supportersCredit: GettyBruno Fernandes initially saw red for this foul on James Maddison but it was later overturnedCredit: GettyDango Ouattara had his ‘winner’ against Newcastle chalked off for handballCredit: YouTube/Sky Sports Premier LeagueMikel Arteta’s frustrations have been clear to seeCredit: GettyTV fixtures in DecemberHere are all the games that will be televised in December…Tuesday 3 December19:30 Ipswich v Crystal Palace (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Leicester v West Ham (Amazon Prime Video)Wednesday 4 December19:30 Everton v Wolves (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Man City v Nott’m Forest (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Newcastle v Liverpool (Amazon Prime Video)19:30 Southampton v Chelsea (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Arsenal v Man Utd (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Aston Villa v Brentford (Amazon Prime Video)Thursday 5 December19:30 Fulham v Brighton (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 AFC Bournemouth v Spurs (Amazon Prime Video)Saturday 7 December12:30 Everton v Liverpool (TNT Sports)17:30 Man Utd v Nott’m Forest (Sky Sports)Sunday 8 December14:00 Fulham v Arsenal (Sky Sports)16:30 Spurs v Chelsea (Sky Sports)Monday 9 December20:00 West Ham v Wolves (Sky Sports)Saturday 14 December17:30 Nott’m Forest v Aston Villa (Sky Sports)Sunday 15 December14:00 AFC Bournemouth v West Ham (Sky Sports)16:30 Man City v Man Utd (Sky Sports)19:00 Southampton v Spurs (TNT Sports)Monday 16 December20:00 Brighton v Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)Saturday 21 December12:30 Aston Villa v Man City (TNT Sports)17:30 Crystal Palace v Arsenal (Sky Sports)Sunday 22 December14:00 Fulham v Southampton (Sky Sports)16:30 Spurs v Liverpool (Sky Sports)Thursday 26 December12:30 Man City v Everton (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 AFC Bournemouth v Crystal Palace (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Chelsea v Fulham (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Newcastle v Aston Villa (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Nott’m Forest v Spurs (Amazon Prime Video)15:00 Southampton v West Ham (Amazon Prime Video)17:30 Wolves v Man Utd (Amazon Prime Video)20:00 Liverpool v Leicester (Amazon Prime Video)Friday 27 December19:30 Brighton v Brentford (Amazon Prime Video)20:15 Arsenal v Ipswich (Amazon Prime Video)Sunday 29 December14:30 Leicester v Man City (Sky Sports)17:15 West Ham v Liverpool (Sky Sports)Monday 30 December20:00 Man Utd v Newcastle (Sky Sports) More

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      Brand new stadium AND indoor arena being built next to EFL club in multi-million-pound redevelopment of area

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      A CHAMPIONSHIP club is combining with two other top sports clubs in a huge redevelopment that includes a new stadium and arena.The High Court finally gave the go-ahead for the multi-million pound revamp after SEVEN YEARS of wrangling.AI images shows how the arena will expand the complexCredit: Bristol FlyersA hotel will also feature in the ‘exciting’ redevelopmentCredit: Bristol FlyersPlans for the costly revamp were first launched in 2018Credit: Bristol FlyersNow the organisation behind the scheme is promising facilities good enough for “major finals and European games”.Bristol Sport embraces three huge clubs as part of its remit to boost the city’s sporting facilities and credentials.Football wise, Ashton Gate Sporting Quarter hosts second-tier Bristol City.And for the past decade Premiership Rugby Club Bristol Bears have also played at the main stadium.READ MORE TOP STORIESNow it’s planned to move Super League Basketball side Bristol Flyers from South Gloucestershire and Stroud College to The Ashton Gate Sporting Quarter.The High Court has cleared the way for work to start next year.A new 5,000-seat stadium for the Flyers will grab the sporting spotlight.But a hotel is also part of the project, which organisers hope will see Bristol competing with cities like Cardiff and Birmingham.Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSITV quote Flyers’ head Coach Andreas Kapoulas as saying the venue would “rank third largest amongst the other British Basketball League venues and ensure our ability to achieve long term financial sustainability”.He added: “Having our own home venue will mean we can compete at the highest possible level, attracting larger crowds and growing the sport.Lincoln’s Ethan Erhahon reveals players STOLE the physio’s car and he was offered a ‘scrap’ with a fan – What the EFL”It will have a positive impact on the city too as we will be able to host major finals and European games.”The scheme was held up after a nearby waste company objected to council plans.The development is connected to another application – for 510 new homes – which was approved.And ETM Recycling claimed noise from its plant would affect residents.But the Honourable Mr Justice Lavender has dismissed their case.He ruled there was no special reason ETM should be allowed to keep appealing.READ MORE SUN STORIESFlyers’ CEO Lisa Knights told the BBC: “This has been a long time coming… “With sell-out crowds consistently at SGS College Arena, having a bigger, purpose-built venue will ensure the financial sustainability of the Flyers and an exciting future for basketball in Bristol and the south west.” More