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      National League ‘to be offered THIRD promotion place’ in huge shake up to football league pyramid

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      A HUGE shake up in the Football League pyramid could reportedly see the National League offered an extra promotion place.Only the champions of the then-named Conference used to win promotion to the EFL until 1997.
      Stockport County celebrate winning last season’s National LeagueCredit: PA
      The National League could get an extra promotion placeCredit: National League
      A second promotion spot was then awarded in 2003, which is secured via the play-offs.
      EFL chairman Rick Parry could be about to play a role in a huge revampCredit: Getty
      However a new report in the Daily Mail states an extra one could soon be up for grabs.
      It states that the EFL are ready to offer three promotion places to the National League “as part of their contribution to the financial reset being demanded by chairman Rick Parry”.
      Talks are currently deadlocked between the EFL and Premier League for more funding from the top-flight.
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      However, this claims that there is “an acknowledgement at the EFL that they also have a responsibility to assist clubs further down the pyramid” too.
      And the “best way” of achieving in many eyes is by offering an additional promotion place.
      It is a particular favourite with clubs in the Championship – “not least as it would not affect them”. 
      However, the change will not affect anything during the current campaign.
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      The rules regarding the EFL’s promotion and relegation system needs to be approved via votes from a majority of clubs.
      And it would not be introduced until next season at the very earliest.
      Notts County are currently four points clear at the top of the National League table going into the festive campaign. More

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      William Hill – Tuesday’s EFL Cup: Over 2 Goals in all four games at boosted to 7/1!

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      WILLIAM HILL have a price boost available for tonight’s EFL Cup last 16 action.The bookie is offering punters boosted odds of 7/1 for each of the four games to have at least three goals!
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      Three of the four games see Premier League sides take on teams from much-lower in the English pyramid
      Wolves host Gillingham, Southampton entertain Lincoln City and Leicester travel to MK Dons.
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      Bristol Rovers star Nick Anderton to undergo chemotherapy as he reveals rare bone cancer is more aggressive than thought

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      BRISTOL ROVERS star Nick Anderton has announced he will undergo chemotherapy after discovering his cancer was more aggressive than initially thought.The 26-year-old was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer in his femur in July.
      Bristol Rovers star Nick Anderton will undergo chemo in his fight against cancerCredit: Getty
      The left-back and his club confirmed that he was suffering from Osteosarcoma – a cancer typically affecting long bones, such as legs and arms.
      He had an operation on 5 October to remove a tumour which was successful.
      But the biopsy revealed the cancerous cells are aggressive and require the ex-Blackpool, Preston, and Carlisle ace to have chemotherapy.
      And that bout of treatment is set to last several months.
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      Anderton said in a statement: “Following the recent announcement of my diagnosis with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, I have some further news that I wish to share.
      “I underwent a successful operation on Wednesday, October 5 to remove the tumorous area.
      “After the operation, the tumour was sent off for further analysis, and the biopsy revealed that the cancerous cells were more aggressive than previously thought.
      “Because of this I now need to undergo chemotherapy treatment. This process has not begun and will last for several months.
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      “I would like to thank my family, friends, fans, team-mates and the whole football community for their support – it means the world to me. Nick.”
      Tom Gorringe, the chief executive officer of League One Bristol Rovers, added: “Sadly, the prognosis Nick has received has developed over the past few months.
      “But we are all incredibly thankful that it was uncovered as early as it was and that he has been afforded such great care and support early on.
      “Nick remains an integral part of our squad and everyone has remained in constant contact with him to offer our support and to do what we can to try and help him and his family through this difficult time.
      “Nick’s response and positivity, despite the adversity he is currently facing, is admirable and he is an inspiration to us all.” More

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      League One strugglers Charlton targeted for shock takeover from leading football agency with Addicks’ owner keen to sell

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      CHARLTON are a target for a leading football agency who want to be involved with buying the club and showcasing their players.The business have talent on their books from around the world.
      Thomas Sandgaard would sell Charlton Athletic for the right priceCredit: Alamy
      And they are among the parties keen on the struggling League One outfit.
      The plan would be for them to work with a front man who would be the new owner but using their contacts and clients.
      The group looked at a couple of Championship clubs but they were too dear.
      The Addicks’ current owner Thomas Sandgaard would sell.
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      And the snag of a buyer paying a huge sum for both the club and the land would be removed as this agency only wants the football side.
      The move would need to be cleared by the EFL.
      That is because it is officially against the rules for an agency to have a financial stake in a club.
      But appointing the right team to run Charlton on their behalf could be inside the regulations.
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      Insiders claim a sale is close as Sandgaard is suffering losses.
      Charlton are currently 18th in League One having played 20 games this term. More

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      Inside Sky Sports’ Access All Areas EFL coverage with dressing room cameras, ref chat and interview in BED

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      SKY SPORTS gave fans a revelatory behind-the-scenes insight in their first EFL Access All Areas live match – including dressing room cameras and interviews in bed.The broadcaster showed Wycombe’s League One clash with Portsmouth on Sunday lunchtime.
      Sky Sports EFL access all areas show included an interview with a fan watching from the stands in bedCredit: Rex
      Boss Ainsworth chatted to pundits during warm upsCredit: @SkyFootball

      Ever wondered what the match officials say to both managers before the match? 🧐Wycombe’s game against Portsmouth today will be Sky Sports’ first-ever ‘EFL Access All Areas’ with enhanced coverage throughout the game 🎥pic.twitter.com/uGfoeP4GMc— Sky Sports (@SkySports) December 4, 2022

      But rather than the usual coverage viewers may be used to, Sky were able to offer plenty more than just the thrills and spills on the pitch.
      Arguably the best part of the Access All Areas footage was being able to listen in to the referee meeting with the managers and captains on the pitch.
      Scott Oldham explained what he expected from his skippers – to help them manage their team-mates – and the gaffers – to allow the fourth official to do his job without having his ear chewed off.
      Cameras in the dressing room – think All or Nothing vibes – allowed Chairboys and Pompey supporters to watch Gareth Ainsworth and Danny Cowley remonstrate with his players and give out their final instructions.
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      🗣️ “I think this is a wonderful opportunity to show what really goes on behind the scenes” We are now in The Boardroom with Alan Parry discussing Sky Sports’ first-ever ‘EFL Access All Areas’ 🎥👀 pic.twitter.com/bMAvyJXTjk— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) December 4, 2022

      Wisely, though, the microphones were not switched on – preventing any fruity language being pumped through the speakers of sitting rooms across the nation on a Sunday lunchtime.
      But Sky needed the mics plugged in to talk to the managers and even some of the players during the match – with both bosses generous with their time to help the coverage succeed.
      The TV presenter and pundits did their opening analysis to preview the game not in a studio or pitchside – but in one of the Adams Park lounges as the VIP guests milled around before kick-off.
      That also enabled interviews with board members and directors in the boardroom.

      The strangest pre-match chat possibly ever conducted, though, featured long-serving Sky reporter David Craig suited and booted tucked into a pitchside bed, complete with a box of sweet treats and heated blankets.
      The lucky – or unlucky – fan had won a competition with Dreams to get the unique experience for his family to enjoy a game from the comfort and warmth of a giant duvet and pillows, while still enjoying all the sights, sounds and smells of live EFL football action.
      In the end it was the home fans and Ainsworth who came away happiest with Wycombe running out 2-0 winners.
      And the dugout cam ensured everyone watching on the telly got the perfect view of the Wycombe boss’ flowing locks, leather jacket and £200 lucky red snakeskin boots celebrating the second goal that sealed all three points.  More

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      Joey Barton tweets classy apology to referee Bobby Madden after being sent off in fiery Bristol Rovers Fleetwood clash

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      JOEY BARTON has issued an apology to Scottish referee Bobby Madden after being sent off for an X-rated rant in Bristol Rovers’ 2-2 draw with Fleetwood.Barton, 40, was given his marching orders in the 89th minute with Rovers leading 2-1 heading into added-time.
      Barton swore at referee Madden resulting in a red cardCredit: Rex
      Barton’s Rovers then conceded late on to drawCredit: Rex
      Barton has apologised to the referee on TwitterCredit: Rex
      The dismissal came after Barton overdid it when complaining about a challenge by Fleetwood midfielder Josh Vela on Rovers sub Luca Hoole.
      And disaster struck in 99th minute as Shaun Rooney grabbed the equaliser for visitors Fleetwood to share the points.
      Barton then returned to the pitch from the stands to clap the fans at full-time.
      He has also taken to Twitter to apologise to Madden, admitting he swore at the official.
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      Barton Tweeted: “Regardless of how much you disagree with an official’s decision making, you shouldn’t swear at them.
      “For that I apologise to yesterday’s match official, Robert Madden.”
      The late goal helped Fleetwood stay one place and one point above Rovers in League One.
      Both teams are running in the bottom half of the table after 18 games played.
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      The tournament gets underway on November 20, with host nations Qatar playing Ecuador.
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      Everton ace Tom Cannon wanted by Fleetwood on loan transfer until end of year as he closes in on first-team breakthrough

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      YOUNG Everton star Tom Cannon is wanted by Fleetwood.The Ireland Under-21 forward, 19, is closing in on the Toffees team.
      Tom Cannon is a loan target for FleetwoodCredit: Getty
      But League One Cod Army are desperate to take him for the rest of the season.
      Fleetwood, managed by Scott Brown, are eyeing a loan move for the teenager.
      He joined the Everton Academy aged 10 and in the summer signed a new three-year deal with the club.
      Cannon has scored nine goals in 13 games for Everton’s U21 side this season.
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      Toffees boss Frank Lampard has taken notice and called him up to the first-team squad in the last week.
      Cannon was subbed on for the final 16 minutes of Saturday’s 3-0 defeat at Bournemouth.
      He also came off the bench in the Carabao Cup loss against the same opposition in midweek.
      Lampard said he was “delighted” to be able to hand Cannon his debut on Tuesday.
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      The gaffer said: “I was delighted to get him on the pitch and if they deserve it for how they’re playing for the Under-21s, him and various others then it’s great to have them on the bench, coming on, and getting that first taster.”
      Everton’s second defeat to the Cherries in a matter of days was marred by ugly scenes at full-time.
      Lampard pulled his stars away from a furious away end as police were forced to intervene following the match at the Vitality Stadium. More

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      Joey Barton SENT OFF by Bobby Madden as ex-Celtic star Scott Brown reunion ends with ex-SPFL ace’s 99th minute equaliser

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      JOEY BARTON was SENT OFF in the dying minutes as he renewed acquaintances with former Old Firm rival Scott Brown.The Bristol Rovers boss was given his marching orders by Scottish referee Bobby Madden in the 89th minute of their hotly-contested League One tussle with Brown’s Fleetwood Town.
      Joey Barton returns to the field to clap off the fans
      Shaun Rooney celebratesCredit: Rex
      But it only gave the one-time Rangers star a view from the stands as former St Johnstone star Shaun Rooney grabbed an equaliser for Brown’s Fleetwood in the 99TH MINUTE as these two sides fought out a 2-2 draw.
      The ex Celtic man and one-time Rangers midfielder famously locked horns in a 5-1 Celtic win at Parkhead.
      Barton – an ex-Fleetwood manager himself – and Brown had both shrugged off their shared backstory pre-match as they insisted that episode was firmly in the past.
      But there was no shortage of drama as these two mid-table sides fought out a four-goal thriller.
      Ex St Johnstone man Rooney – a double cup winner during his time in Perth – fired the visitors into the lead in the 23rd minute before Josh Coburn levelled things for a Rovers side who featured another ex-Hoops man in Scott Sinclair.
      Aaron Collins then gave the home side the lead 10 minutes before the end of regulation.
      But there was plenty more drama in store as Barton was sent to the stands in the 89th minute by Madden.
      He overdid it when complaining about a challenge by Fleetwood midfielder Josh Vela on Rovers sub Luca Hoole – and the Scot gave him his marching orders.
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      The home fans didn’t like it, with some aiming chants of ‘cheat’ at the Scottish whistler.
      But it was Brown and assistant boss Steven Whittaker who got the last laugh when Rooney bagged his second of the game and Fleetwood’s equaliser in the NINTH minute of stoppage time.
      He nodded in a cross from Danny Andrew at the death to nick a share of the spoils for Broony’s men.
      Barton didn’t do press afterwards, with assistant Andy Mangan saying: “That second half performance was our best display of the season. 
      “The lads are gutted not to win, and the draw feels like a defeat, but there were so many positives to take from today.”
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