Derby County

Derby’s prospective buyers have appealed to HMRC for help. So why am I feeling sympathy for the taxman?

December 3, 2021

The onus has been put on HMRC to save the Rams but taxpayers shouldn’t have to suffer. Leave greedy owners to their fourth circle of hell, writes Laura Lawrence. I’m [...]

Why football grounds still need to tackle the problem of accessibility

August 14, 2019

Alex Stewart and her dad Mark Steward taking in Derby County away at Acccrington Stanley for the fourth round of the FA Cup

Derby County fan Alex Steward tells Chelsea Harper about her experience as a disabled fan, the challenges she’s faced at games and why she refuses to let the problems [...]

FIFA to punish Republic of Ireland over Easter Rising logo, League Cup to be known as Carabao Cup from 2017/18 and a sensationally bad chipped penalty in Chinese Premier League

November 4, 2016

1. FIFA have opened disciplinary proceedings against the Republic of Ireland for wearing shirts displaying a logo marking the centenary of the Easter Rising. It comes in the [...]

The midlands’ managerial merry-go-round, PSG’s Aurier saves international opponents life and San Marino’s first away goal in 17 years

October 12, 2016

1. Former Birmingham City boss Steve Bruce is expected to be announced as the new Aston Villa manager in the next few days. If appointed, Bruce will take over at Villa Park [...]

Allardyce leaves England role after Daily Telegraph investigation, Derby County suspend Nigel Pearson, and Barca prepare to play in glow in the dark kit…

September 28, 2016

1. Former England boss Sam Allardyce has admitted that his actions were a silly thing to do but claims that “entrapment has won”. Allardyce also went on to leave the door [...]

Inquest continues into Dalian Atkinson taser case, Keane to call time on Ireland career after friendly and Manchester City fans treated to debatable ‘legends’ in pre-match entertainment

August 24, 2016

1. The Republic of Ireland record’s goal scorer, Robbie Keane, has announced his decision to retire from international football after his country’s friendly [...]

Former FIFA president passes away aged 100, Rojo could be part of United’s Fonte deal and phantom goal reported at Griffin Park

August 17, 2016

1. Manchester City and England international goalkeeper Joe Hart is considering a loan move away from the Etihad after being dropped by Pep Guardiola. Spanish club Sevilla [...]

Hull hoping to lure Chris Coleman to the KC, Celtic captain Brown claims Aberdeen bigger threat than Rangers and Chelsea fan attempts to appease Arsenal supporting father in law…

August 2, 2016

1. Hull City had hoped to agree a deal to appoint Wales coach Chris Coleman as the successor to Steve Bruce. However, the Football Association of Wales turned down their [...]

Weekend Bets: Stoke to beat West Ham, Romelu Lukaku can’t stop scoring for Everton and Watford carry on their impressive start to the season

December 10, 2015

With the Champions League action out of the way, it’s time to turn our attention to finding the bankers for this weekend. Here are Kurt Bristoll’s best bets from [...]

The Offside Daily: Pique’s praise for Roma stunner, Chelsea star breaks the internet and high praise for Manchester United’s new number 9

September 17, 2015

Only the news you need – bringing you five mainstream and five off-the-wall news stories each day 1. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has defiantly labelled himself a [...]