Robbie Savage is the latest commentator to make his prediction for the Championship play-off final between Leeds United and Southampton. The two sides will face off at Wembley Stadium on Sunday for the final berth in next season’s Premier League. OPTA’s supercomputer predicted Leeds and Southampton to reach the final, and both teams delivered with convincing semi-final victories. Leeds beat Norwich City 4-0 in the second leg last Thursday, while Southampton defeated West Bromwich Albion 24 hours later. Despite finishing three points behind Leeds in the regular season, the Saints were the only team to achieve a league double over…
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There is “tension” between Nottingham Forest and its council, but they can proceed with stadium plans provided they accept a £10 million freehold deal. That is the opinion of finance expert Kieran Maguire, who told Football Insider exclusively that if Forest chose to leave the City Ground, they will lose vital transportation and cultural linkages. Forest are currently in talks with Nottingham City Council over the future of the City Ground and possible stadium expansion. According to Football Insider, Forest executives are in a “civil war” over the stadium decision, with some employees opting to relocate to Toton. Forest has…
Leeds United and Southampton will face off at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, with a Premier League position on the line. Premier League referee John Brooks will take control of Sunday’s Championship play-off final between Leeds United and Southampton. Brooks, who has previously played in UEFA European Championship qualifying and the Europa Conference League, will be the man in the middle as Leeds and Southampton compete for a place in the top tier. The Select Group 1 referee will lead a seven-person team of officials in one of England’s most important one-off games. Brooks, a regular top-flight referee, has only dropped…
On Sunday, Leeds United’s season is on the line when they face Southampton in the Championship play-off final. Leeds defeated Norwich City 4-0 in the second leg of their semi-final at Elland Road last week, setting up a clash with the Saints this weekend at Wembley Stadium, who beat West Bromwich Albion. A win for Leeds would secure the final spot in next season’s Premier League at the first attempt. However, defeat would condemn them to another season of Championship football. This 90 or 120-minute game will effectively shape Leeds’ summer. 49ers Enterprises has admitted that crucial sales will be…
Bayern Munich’s search for a new manager has been nothing short of embarrassing. Whoever is appointed now is unlikely to have been among the top five candidates, and may not have even made the top ten. Bild published a piece on Tuesday that identifies more than 15 potential candidates, including Newcastle United’s Eddie Howe and Nottingham Forest’s Nuno Espirito Santo. Vincent Kompany rose to the top of the choices list on Monday, which is quite beneficial for the Burnley manager. After failing at Anderlecht and recently being relegated with Burnley, the Bayern Munich job is not the logical next step.…
According to the Daily Mirror, Everton have already approached Leeds United about loaning winger Jack Harrison back to Goodison Park for next season. According to the newspaper’s print version (21 May, page 56), Everton want to bring Harrison back to Goodison Park in 2024/25 but cannot afford to put him on a permanent contract. However, the Toffees’ pursuit of the 27-year-old winger, who is under contract at Elland Road until 2027, must wait until Leeds determines which league they will play in next season. The Whites meet Southampton in the Championship play-off final on May 26, and if they lose…
According to Football Insider, Alexis Mac Allister has no desire to quit Liverpool despite recent allegations of a release option in his contract. According to reports in his home Argentina, Mac Allister has a £60 million release clause for the upcoming summer transfer window. Real Madrid, the La Liga winners, are also reportedly interested in signing the midfielder. Despite Jurgen Klopp’s departure, a well-placed source has told Football Insider that Mac Allister has no plans to leave Liverpool. The former Brighton star is expected to hit the ground running under new manager Arne Slot when the 2024-25 season begins. The…
An EFL manager believes he knows the score when Leeds United face Southampton in the Championship playoff final this weekend. The Whites’ season now hinges on one game, against the Saints, at Wembley Stadium this Sunday afternoon. It will be a nerve-racking day for Leeds fans, especially given their poor playoff record – they have yet to win one. However, following their dramatic 4-0 thrashing of Norwich City in the semi-final second leg, confidence is undoubtedly much greater than it was. However, an EFL manager has forecast the score. Darrell Clarke believes Leeds United will beat Southampton. Speaking on talkSPORT’s…
Steve Cooper was fired by Nottingham Forest in December and has now declined the opportunity to return to management. The 44-year-old was fired after a poor run of form and replaced by Nuno Espirito Santo. Previously, Crystal Palace had been connected with a move for Cooper, but they have now struck gold with Oliver Glasner. Cooper appears to be very picky about his next employment, since he has already turned down the opportunity to return to work in the EFL. Steve Cooper declines chance to take over at Norwich City Last week, the Canaries were thrashed by Leeds United in…
Nottingham Forest ended the 2023/24 season with a 2-1 away win over Burnley on Sunday, and Steve Hodge praised one individual. Chris Wood scored twice to lead the Reds to victory. It guaranteed he reached 15 goals for the season, cementing Forest’s Premier League position. Forest led 1-0 after just under 80 seconds and added a second goal on 14 minutes. Josh Cullen cut the deficit in 72 minutes. Hodge was impressed with one of the architects for the Forest goals. He gushed about him as he watched from the stands at Turf Moor. What Steve Hodge said about Anthony…