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      Disguised Cole Palmer rocks up at League One clash after pulling out of England duty with knee injury

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      COLE PALMER watched Stockport County vs Wrexham as he enjoyed a Saturday off.The Chelsea star, 22, was originally named in Lee Carsley’s England squad for Nations League matches against Greece and Ireland.Cole Palmer was in the crowd as Stockport took on WrexhamCredit: RexPalmer, 22, grew up in nearby WythenshaweCredit: RexLouie Barry bagged the winner for StockportCredit: AlamyAfter reporting to St George’s Park on Monday, however, Palmer withdrew from the squad.Palmer had been an injury doubt prior to the Blues’ 1-1 draw with Arsenal last weekend.He went on to start the game, but did not have his usual influence.Having withdrawn from England duty, Palmer found himself with a spare Saturday off.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSThe former Manchester City starlet headed north to watch some League One football.Hailing from nearby Wythenshawe, Palmer rocked up at Edgeley Park as Stockport hosted fellow third-tier new-boys Wrexham.With winter fast approaching, and feeling the cold even more than usual, Palmer wrapped up warm in a big coat and hat.Wrexham stars won’t have been worried about playing in front of a famous spectator, with their Hollywood A-List co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney having attended plenty of their games.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPalmer did report for England duty before withdrawingCredit: GettyThe attacker had been an injury doubt for the matchCredit: GettyBut it was Stockport who rose to the occasion, winning 1-0 under the watchful eyes of Palmer.Louie Barry bagged what turned out to be the winner on 24 minutes, his 11th goal of the season.Lee Carsley proud of England’s control in crucial Nations League win over Greece Earlier this week, England captain Harry Kane hit out at Three Lions stars skipping international duty, amid nine withdrawals from the original squad.The 102-cap striker, 31, told ITV Sport: “I think England comes before anything. It comes before club and it is the most important thing you play as a professional footballer.“Gareth (Southgate) was hot on that and he wasn’t afraid to make decisions if that started to drift from certain players. “It’s a shame this week obviously. I think it’s a tough period of the season and maybe that’s been taken advantage of a little bit.“I don’t really like it if I’m totally honest. I think England comes before anything, any club situation.“The joy to play for England. I think Gareth brought that back. Every camp, people were excited to come, every camp people wanted to play for England.”Harry Kane hit out at England stars withdrawing from international dutyCredit: Getty More

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      Walsall kit man and pitch-side announcer charged by FA for ‘acting in an improper manner’

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      WALSALL kitman Dave Joyce and pitch-side announcer Simon Hill have both been charged with misconduct by the FA.The pair allegedly acted in an “improper manner” in stoppage time during Walsall’s 1-1 draw against Crewe Alexandra in League Two on Saturday.A kitman and pitch-side announcer at Walsall have been charged by the FACredit: RexThe charges relate to an incident during the Saddlers’ League Two match against Crewe on SaturdayCredit: RexWith both sides pushing for a winner, a stoppage-time scuffle broke out when staff refused to give the ball back after it went out of play.Walsall kitman Joyce was sent off by referee Stephen Parkinson for the touchline melee.The ref then turned to book Crewe boss Lee Bell and Saddlers defender Liam Gordon.An FA statement read: “It’s alleged that David Joyce and Simon Hill acted in an improper manner around the 98th minute, and both of them have until November 18 to respond.”READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSOmar Bogle opened the scoring for Crewe in the 66th minute when he crept in behind the Walsall defence to slot past Tommy Simkin.The home side equalised through Nathan Lowe with five minutes of normal time remaining before tempers flared in the closing stages.Tensions arose as both sides are pushing for promotion to League One, with Walsall sitting second and Crewe inside the play-off places.Mat Sadler’s side are three points adrift of league leaders Port Vale, but do have a game in hand.Most read in EFLA scuffle broke out at the end of Walsall’s 1-1 draw with CreweCredit: RexFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWalsall will not be in action this weekend, though, after their home clash with Gillingham was postponed due to international call-ups.Meanwhile, Crewe are back in action on Saturday as they host a huge clash against Notts County, who currently sit third.Both teams are vying for promotion to League OneCredit: RexOmar Bogle opened the scoring for the visitors inside 66 minutesCredit: RexNathan Lowe equalised for Walsall before carnage broke outCredit: Rex More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo tipped to ‘follow in the footsteps of Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham’ by former Man Utd team-mate

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO could “follow in the footsteps of Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham”, according to his former team-mate.The Al-Nassr and Portugal forward, 39, is nearing the end of his playing career as he prepares to turn 40 in February.Cristiano Ronaldo has been tipped to go into club ownershipCredit: GettyHollywood stars Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have owned Wrexham since 2020Credit: GettyThe Real Madrid and Manchester United legend revealed back in September that he would find it “difficult” to be a coach because he “doesn’t have the passion for this generation”.It has left the door open for people to speculate about what he could do when he finally hangs up his boots.Ex-Red Devils striker Louis Saha, who spent four years playing with Ronaldo at Man Utd, believes club ownership could be in the Portuguese icon’s future.And he has cited the success of actors Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in their takeover of Wrexham as something Ronaldo could replicate with his approximate net worth of £600million.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking to BoyleSports, Saha said: “Cristiano Ronaldo can follow in the footsteps of Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham and he would be a huge success.”There is no better promoter in the world than Cristiano and that would work wonders at a football club no matter the level.”Social media is a massive machine and nobody can compete with Cristiano, he is the biggest star in the world and whatever he does in retirement, people are going to follow.”He brought 20 million more followers to Al-Nassr in a year and if he decided to buy a club it could be even bigger.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSLouis Saha, right, played alongside Ronaldo for four years at Old TraffordCredit: Getty – Contributor”Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney made a huge impact at Wrexham straight away and were able to spend a lot of money on players and we’ve seen the success they’ve had since.”I’d be very happy to be a sporting director if Cristiano Ronaldo does decide to buy a club!”I watched Cristiano Ronaldo play for Al-Nassr, the atmosphere and standard had me shocked… but he didn’t seem botheredMcElhenney and Reynolds have led Wrexham to back-to-back promotions from the National League to League One.And they are challenging for a third successive promotion this season as they sit third in the table, two points off the automatic spots. More

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      Former Arsenal star Carl Jenkinson SENT OFF after just 24 minutes on first start since shock transfer to minnows

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      CARL JENKINSON had a full debut to forget as he was sent off after just 24 minutes for League Two minnows Bromley.The former Arsenal star, 32, completed a stunning transfer to the South London club in late September.Former Arsenal defender Carl Jenkinson was sent off for Bromley on his first full startCredit: Getty – ContributorJenkinson signed for the Ravens in SeptemberHe had been without a club since June before signing for the RavensHaving been out of the game since leaving A-League side Newcastle Jets in June, Jenkinson took some time to build up his fitness.He was handed his first Bromley minutes in the 1-0 win at Doncaster, coming off the bench in the 78th minute before being shown a yellow card two minutes later.This was followed up by him playing 15 minutes at Hayes Lane during the 1-1 with Barrow.But today, manager Andy Woodman handed Jenkinson his first start in a Ravens’ shirt.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, it soon turned into a nightmare as he was sent off for two yellow card cautions from referee Scott Oldham picked up in the 12th and 24th minute.Jenkinson’s first booking arrived for a foul against Ethon Archer, before he fouled George Miller for his second bookable offence.It was the fifth time he has been sent off in his playing career, and his first since April 2023Cheltenham took advantage of the extra player by scoring in the 51st minute through Archer. Most read in EFLFortunately for Jenkinson, Omar Sowunmi rescued a point with his 81st minute header.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThey survived a 97th minute scare as Matty Taylor hit the post from a corner, but ultimately the points were shared.Reacting to the sending off on social media, one fan said: “I’ve just watched Carl Jenkinson get sent off for the dumbest second yellow I’ve ever seen.”The forgotten Arsenal wonderkidsA second said: “Thoughts of @TheAdrianDurham as Carl jenkinson is sent off after 20 minutes for @bromleyfc.”Another said: “I thought @premierleague officiating was bad but turns out the lower leagues are even worse. “Carl Jenkinson sent off for two fouls. Soft fouls at best. Neither bookable offences and yet the referee decided to make a name for himself.”A fourth added: “In case anyone was wondering what Carl Jenkinson was up to these.”The one-cap England international made his name after signing for Arsenal from Charlton in 2011 before an impressive 2012/13 season for the Gunners.He would go on to star for West Ham, Birmingham and Nottingham Forest with almost 100 appearances in the Premier League before departing for football Down Under.Speaking to club media following his signing, Jenkinson said: “How’s it feel? It’s good, I’m glad it is sorted out now with all the international clearance stuff which was dragging on a bit…”I know Woody from when I was a kid coming through at Charlton… it’s one of them that when you know someone – he was always so easy to get along with even as a young lad…”That led to me reaching out to Woody a couple of weeks ago and saying can I come in and train because I wanted to be fit and maintain my fitness.”We have that relationship where I can ask that question, so it was nice that he said yeah and then that it’s led to this.”Bromley are experiencing their first-ever season in the English Football League after winning promotion via the National League play-offs last season.After a strong start to the season where they won their first two games, they won none of their next nine games.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat was until beating Doncaster towards the end of October, with that result being followed up with consecutive draws.Bromley also secured their place in the FA Cup second round for the first time since 1946 after beating Rochdale in a 4-3 thriller away from home, in which they also had a player sent off. More

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      Shock moment former EFL boss grabs his own player and furiously shoves him after receiving red card

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      FORMER EFL boss Pep Clotet furiously grabbed and shoved his own player after the forward was sent off.Clotet, 47, managed Oxford and Birmingham between 2017 and 2020.Pep Clotet grabbed striker Raimonds KrollisThe furious Spaniard then appeared to shake KrollisClotet, 47, managed Birmingham during his stint in EnglandCredit: PADuring his time at St Andrew’s he helped to nurture Jude Bellingham.Since leaving Birmingham, Clotet has had three spells with Italian side Brescia, as well as stints at SPAL and Torpedo Moscow.Last month he took charge of third tier Triestina.Languishing at the bottom of Serie C, the club’s board would have hoped for their new manager to inject some fight into his troops.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBut this probably wasn’t what they had in mind.In the 33rd minute of tonight’s home clash with Giana Erminio, goal-shy striker Raimonds Krollis was shown a straight red card.As the Latvian trudged off the pitch, Clotet caught his attention.Instead of heading straight down the tunnel, Krollis walked towards his manager.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAt this point, an enraged Clotet grabbed the forward by the collar of his shirt and began to shake him.Krollis, 23, appeared dejected and did not try to free himself from his manager’s astonishing outburst.How to cure England’s Bellingham, Foden and Palmer headacheTriestina had to play with ten men for around an hour.And combustible Clotet’s mood won’t have been helped by how the game ended.Just three minutes from time, Giana Erminio grabbed a late winner via Gabriel Avinci.The result leaves Triestina rooted to the bottom of the table with just six points from 14 games.Since taking over on October 21, Clotet has amassed two points from four games.Triestina have not won since beating Arzignano all the way back on August 24.Clotet managed Jude Bellingham at BirminghamCredit: PA 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

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      League One star reveals he stopped a stranger from ending his life in chance meeting by train tracks

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      JAMES BROPHY knows better than most that people can become so desperate they think life is no longer worth living.If the truth of that was ever brought home to him, it was on Easter Sunday morning this year — when he stopped a stranger from ending it all.James Brophy has opened up about the emotional moment with the strangerCredit: RexAnd while the Cambridge winger did not exactly start this season full of joy himself after a nightmare start, he declared: “One point from your first nine games? That’s just football.“What that man was going through that morning, that’s something very different all together.“People can find themselves in some very dark places and I’m afraid mental health issues are something I’m all too familiar with.“My grandfather suffered from depression and one of my brothers suffers from it too — so I know how really tough that can be.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“So if I would ever see someone considering what that man was considering, I would always stop.“I was speaking to him probably for about 20 to 30 minutes, just trying to talk to him about life, really.“I said to him: ‘Look, I can’t feel your pain, or I can’t compare what you’re feeling’.“But I told him about stuff that’s happened in my family and friends and shared stories with him.Most read in EFLMacauley Bonne also spoke to the stranger after arriving at the sceneCredit: Rex“Then the police arrived and about 30 minutes later, a police counsellor came and she was really good.“She took over the conversation from me and got him to a place where he was able to sit on the kerb.“When I got to him he was on the bridge with a railway track on it that takes you into Cambridge. He was on the other side of the barrier on the railway side, ready to jump.“In fairness to the policewoman, I couldn’t talk him into getting over the other side of the barrier.“My team-mate Macauley Bonne turned up too — he had seen my car and thought it had broken down. He was a big help through it all, talking to the bloke.“I’m just glad the police were able to get him safe and away — I just did what I thought needed to be done.“You can say what you like about that morning and my role in it.“But what else could I have done but stop? In my mind it was just the right thing do and I’d do it again.”The 30-year-old and Bonne, 29, later got a visit from Chief Superintendent Jon Hutchinson in praise of their actions — while the club called the pair “inspirational”.And things have lightened up on the pitch too after that terrible start.The U’s have won three games in a row without conceding a goal going into Saturday’s clash at Peterborough.Brophy even scored his first goal in three years to see off Woking in last week’s 1–0 FA Cup first-round win.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe added: “In football just like in life, you’ve got to just keep on going no matter the challenges — a bit like me not scoring for so long!“Garry Monk’s a top manager, we’ve got good players here — sometimes things can come down to the finest of margins. It’s how you deal with tough times and we’ve shown we can do that.”Help for mental healthIf you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support.The following are free to contact and confidential:Mind, www.mind.org, provide information about types of mental health problems and where to get help for them. Email info@mind.org.uk or call the infoline on 0300 123 3393 (UK landline calls are charged at local rates, and charges from mobile phones will vary).YoungMinds run a free, confidential parents helpline on 0808 802 5544 for parents or carers worried about how a child or young person is feeling or behaving. The website has a chat option too.Rethink Mental Illness, www.rethink.org, gives advice and information service offers practical advice on a wide range of topics such as The Mental Health Act, social care, welfare benefits, and carers rights. Use its website or call 0300 5000 927 (calls are charged at your local rate).Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk, is the a mental health initiative spearheaded by The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales. More

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      English manager SACKED by EFL club after emergency meeting just TEN MONTHS into reign with side 23rd in League One

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      SHREWSBURY TOWN have sacked manager Paul Hurst with the club languishing second bottom of League One.Hurst returned to manage The Shrews for the second time in January 2024 – but sees himself back out the exit door just 10 months later.Paul Hurst has been sacked by Shrewsbury 10 months after his reappointmentIt comes after Shrewsbury were knocked out of the first round of the FA Cup for the first time since 2013Hurst, 50, had been instrumental in keeping the club in League One last season. But the EFL gaffer has been given his marching orders after a dismal run of two wins in 19 games this season.The brutal decision was made following an emergency board meeting held this morning.The final nail in the coffin came after Shrewsbury were knocked out of the FA Cup first round following a 2-1 defeat to League Two side Salford on Saturday.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe last time the club failed to make it past the first round was in 2013.A club statement read: “It is with regret that Shrewsbury Town can confirm we have parted company with head coach Paul Hurst and assistant boss Chris Doig.”We would also like to thank them for the outstanding work they did in their first spell – which saw us reach the play-off final and the final of the EFL Trophy. “It was that success that led to the Chairman taking responsibility for re-hiring Paul and Chris earlier this year. Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”And everyone at the football club is hugely disappointed their second spell hasn’t worked out and we find ourselves in our current position. The search for a new head coach is now underway.”Despite saving them last season, Hurst won just six of his 37 games during his charge of his second stint at New Meadow.Former Watford and Gillingham hero Andy Hessenthaler shares crazy EFL story after being attacked by the owner I What the EFL?!He previously managed the club for 19 months from 2016 to 2018.The former full-back led The Town to the play-off final in 2018, which they ultimately lost to Rotherham.The Englishman left Shrewsbury just three days later to replace Mick McCarthy as boss of Ipswich Town.But Hurst was sacked from the The Tractor Boys after five months in charge, before stints at Scunthorpe and Grimsby.Moreover, the Salop’s remain one of the favourites for the drop this season after finishing 19th last term.Club chiefs are searching for a new manager for the second time this year after Matt Taylor was dismissed in January.Hurst rejoined Shrewsbury when the club was sitting 20th in the table.Salford co-director Roy Keane attended Hurst’s last game in charge More