Chris Wood: Nottingham Forest striker rivalling Mo Salah and Erling Haaland in Premier League after rise from New Zealand
Chris Wood has become one of the Premier Leagues most lethal strikers; Sky Sports News Danyal Khan meets the striker to chart his career from New...
WOOD'S BLUES DECISION SHOWED DRIVE
CHRIS Hughton says being snubbed by Chris Wood convinced him the New Zealand striker was destined for the top. The […]
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Cork City denied dream League of Ireland return as Galway United battle back for a point
EXES reunited on Valentine's night as John Caulfield returned to Turner's Cross and shared a four-goal draw with his former club.
Malik Dijksteel...
McCoist's Marksmen: Get 8/1 on Haaland, Wood and Kluivert to score with talkSPORT BET
The Premier League returns this week for a full round of fixtures after the excitement of last week’s FA Cup action and the drama of midweek’s...
Why The Mole Resort is bang on target
As a family, we’re a bit of a mixed bag. We’ve got three teenagers, a 12-year-old, and a cockapoo named Alfie, who’s more demanding than the rest...
Utah Valley University sign Ghanaian striker Sharif Sayawu
Utah Valley University have added Ghanaian striker Sharif Sayawu to their rooster for the spring season.The Agona Duakwa native is among four...
Celtic title hero leaves seventh tier outfit after only four months as he eyes TENTH club since quitting Hoops
HE was a prolific striker for Celtic and fired the Hoops to title glory.
Now, this former Parkhead hero is on the lookout for a TENTH club since...
Empoli star avoids red card for horror stamp on Kyle Walker as England and AC Milan teammate is sent off
A sickening challenge on Kyle Walker went unpunished – but there was no escape for Fikayo Tomori in AC Milan’s 2-0 win over Empoli.
Walker lined up...
Nolan does not have a first-choice goalkeeper but admits the shirt is Tzanev's to lose
Kevin Nolan says the goalkeeping shirt is currently Nik Tzanev's to lose after hailing the New Zealander's ‘magnificent' performances in recent...
Schoolboy Error: Dream Team bosses eagerly recruiting hat-trick hero Chris Wood ahead of FA Cup weekend
GAMEWEEK 22 belongs to Chris Wood (£4m).
Nottingham Forest’s No11 bagged a hat-trick against Brighton on Saturday in what proved to be the...
Bindon joins Forest, but remains a Royal for the season
Reading Football Club can confirm that Tyler Bindon has completed a move to Nottingham Forest but will remain with the Royals on loan until the end...
United Women 1-1 Durham - report
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Sheffield United Women Vs. Durham Women - Sun, Feb 2nd 2025, 13:00
United Women sealed a valuable point for a second home game in a row...
Chris Wood hits hat-trick as Nottingham Forest smash seven past sorry Brighton
Reports of Nottingham Forest's demise have been greatly exaggerated. After suffering a five-goal defeat at Bournemouth last weekend, they bounced...
Aberdeen defender James McGarry targeted by Greek club for January move
New Zealand international left-back McGarry still has 18-months left on his Aberdeen contract.
James McGarry set for Aberdeen transfer exit as Greek side pull the trigger on move for left-back
The New Zealand star has fallen down the pecking order at Pittodrie
‘Astounded' - Sir Ben Ainslie hits out at Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos' America's Cup decision
Sir Ben Ainslie was ‘astounded’ by Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos after they confirmed their challenge for the America's Cup will not involve the...
Chris Wood signs two-year Nottingham Forest contract extension
Chris Wood has signed a new two-year contract extension with Nottingham Forest after an inspired season so far. The New Zealand striker has scored...
Arsenal and Nottingham Forest interested in signing in-form Brentford striker Yoane Wissa
Yoane Wissa has scored 12 goals for Brentford this season (Credits: Jeff Mood/ProSports/Shutterstock)Nottingham Forest could rival Arsenal for the...
Chris Wood's emphatic Liverpool strike sees forward break remarkable duck
The New Zealand forward is having the time of his life at Nottingham Forest
Canada name former England captain Casey Stoney as new coach in wake of drone scandal
Bev Priestman left role after allegations at Paris Olympics
Stoney recently managed San Diego Wave in NWSL
Former England captain Casey Stoney has...
Breakthrough in Chris Wood's Nottingham Forest contract talks after hurdle overcome
Drawn-out negotiations over the New Zealand striker's new deal look like coming to an end this month, meaning he won't be leaving on a free...
Report | Reading X-X Burnley
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Reading Vs. Burnley - Sat, Jan 11th 2025, 15:00
A late Christmas present with Boxing Day victory (TBU)
Reading got back to winning ways...
‘How is this real?’ – Former Chelsea star in heartbreaking post after home is destroyed in LA wildfires
FORMER Chelsea star Ali Riley has voiced her dismay after her home was destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires.
The New Zealand captain, 37, played...
Zambia Women coach accused of sexual misconduct is moved aside
Bruce Mwape denies touching chest of official and player
He will take ‘advisory role' with Zambia's junior teams
The Zambia coach accused of...
Can you name every New Zealander to have played in the Premier League?
Six to get - but this is tricky.
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Everton vs Nottingham Forest: Match Preview | Toffees close out the year against high-flyers
The Blues can go five unbeaten as they end 2024 Everton will look to make it five games unbeaten and put further space between themselves and the...
Underrated Striker is a Game-Changer for Club and Country
Nottingham Forest and New Zealand star Chris Wood is arguably one of the most underrated strikers in the world. We explain why in this article.
The...
Dundalk re-sign New Zealander with international ambitions for 2025
Norman Garbett, a brother 27-times capped Matthew who is based NEC Breda and who scored in the All Whites’ draw with Ireland in Dublin in November...
Chelsea starlet opens up on her World Cup history moment and hope to ‘win everything' with WSL leaders
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WIEKE KAPTEIN fondly recalls the “crazy” moment she became the youngest player to feature in a Women’s World Cup for the Netherlands.
Now...
Netflix snaps up US broadcast rights for Women's World Cup in ‘landmark deal'
Streamer has exclusive rights for 2027 and 2031 editions
Netflix: ‘It's about celebrating the rise of women's sport'
Netflix has secured its...
Bindon: “We always adapt to the situation in front of us.”
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Lincoln City Vs. Reading - Sat, Dec 21st 2024, 12:30
Bindon embraces the festive season and focus on the challenges ahead
With Christmas...
Football stadium set to look unrecognisable with enormous BEACH after 100 tonnes of sand is dumped in
AUCKLAND FC is embarking on a stunning project that will see them create the largest inland beach in New Zealand.
A club statement revealed the...
What is darts star Luke Humphries’ net worth 2024 and how much prize money has he won?
LUKE HUMPHRIES is the top darts player in the world and the reigning World Champion.
Cool Hand Luke beat teenage sensation Luke Littler, 17, in...
Breaking: Bayern Munich's FIFA Club World Cup group stage opponents have been confirmed
Photo by Brennan Asplen/Getty ImagesAnd so it begins... The draw for the first ever FIFA Club World Cup just took place and has left Bayern Munich...
Forgotten ex-Celtic star, 35, makes shock move to FIFTH TIER side as he joins 16th club of career
FORMER Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan has made a shock move to the FIFTH TIER of Scottish football.
It’ll be the SIXTEENTH different club the...
Highland League leaders Brechin City sign former Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan
The former Republic of Ireland international has played for clubs in Scotland, England, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Poland, Israel and New Zealand.
Club World Cup: Why Fifa tournament is not universally hated
While Europe’s big guns have grumbled about tournament’s extra workload, teams from Egypt, New Zealand and Brazil are determined to use stage to...
Manchester City v Nottingham Forest: The Opposition
Photo by Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty ImagesA Look at City's Midweek Opponents Manchester City make another attempt to end their...
Stats show that Arsenal Women’s Leah Williamson has evolved to become the calm defender
In April 2023, Arsenal Women’s stalwart defender Leah Williamson suffered a devastating ACL injury in a WSL clash against Manchester United women....
Nuno Espirito Santo: Chris Wood can break all the records for Nottingham Forest
The New Zealander moved level on 24 top-flight goals in total for Forest, alongside former Netherlands winger Bryan Roy.
Wood equals Forest scoring record in Ipswich win
Nottingham Forest's New Zealand striker Chris Wood's second-half penalty downed Ipswich Town 1-0 at the City Ground on Saturday as he became the...
Emma Hayes ‘disappointed' by criticism of Barbra Banda after Zambia star's BBC Women's Footballer award win
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Emma Hayes hit out at “ridiculous” remarks aimed at Barbra Banda following her BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year triumph.
The Orlando...
Prince Harry confided HUGE secrets to me in chat about quitting Royals & meeting wife, reveals expert
PRINCE Harry revealed huge secrets in a chat about quitting the Royal Family and meeting his wife, an expert has said.
Rhiannon Mills, royal...
Wood feeling the appreciation of Forest boss Nuno
Chris Wood says he is flourishing at Nottingham Forest because he feels the appreciation of boss Nuno Espirito Santo. The New Zealand striker, 32,...
Ben Stokes’s homecoming marks start of year that will define Bazball
England travel to New Zealand having lost as many Tests as they have won this year – and Ben Stokes must reassert himself after disappointing...
Why Chris Wood isn’t starting for Nottingham Forest against Arsenal
Chris Wood has been in fine form for Nottingham Forest this seasonNottingham Forest sprang a surprise with their starting line-up against Arsenal...
The Opposition: Oxford United
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Oxford United Vs. Middlesbrough - Sat, Nov 23rd 2024, 15:00
We make our first visit to the Kassam Stadium on Saturday as we return from...
Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest preview: Best free betting tips, odds and predictions
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ARSENAL and Nottingham Forest return after the international break with the hosts desperate to get their title challenge back on...
We've got the old Prince Harry back – he looks incredibly happy & it's great to see, expert says
PRINCE Harry is back to his former self and looks incredibly happy again, a royal expert has claimed.
Speaking on The Sun's Royal Exclusive show,...
Bindon And Mbengue: Reading's Best Centre-Half Duo In A Decade?
Photos: GettyHarry looks into just how good the defensive duo have been, and asks if we've had as good a pairing since the glory days. It was...
FIFA World Cup qualifiers live updates: All Whites beat Samoa 8-0
New Zealand have beaten Samoa 8-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier at Go Media Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland.
Live updates: All Whites v Samoa - Oceania Fifa World Cup qualifying
All the action as New Zealand host Samoa at Go Media Stadium.
FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Samoa looking to step up
Just one player in the current Samoa men's national football team was alive the last time they faced New Zealand in a senior international, writes...
Three Holcs become Masters’ World Cup champions
Holcombe players Sean Parker, Vince Lewis and Jon Gurney are all Masters’ World Cup champions following triumphs in New Zealand overnight. Parker...
Reading defender has night to remember as New Zealand net eight in World Cup qualifer
Reading defender Tyler Bindon had a night to remember for his country as New Zealand hammered Vanuata 8-1 in World Cup qualification, with the...
How Chris Wood performed as New Zealand secure an 8-1 win over Vanuatu
Back to his best...
'Open the door Monday and go again': Reading boss on international break plans
Reading boss Ruben Selles has spoken of the squad's plan during the upcoming international break, hoping the players get some down time before...
Meet the English coach trying to stop star striker Wood with Samoa
Chris Wood has scored eight goals in 11 Premier League games this season, bullying some of the best defenders around. Back in New Zealand, the task...
Canada women's head coach Priestman leaves role after drone spying scandal
Priestman is banned by Fifa after alleged use of drone
Head coach was removed from Olympic Games in Paris
The departure of the Canada women's...
Portsmouth 1-1 United Women - report
Fixtures
Portsmouth Women Vs. Sheffield United Women - Sun, Nov 10th 2024, 14:00
United Women came home with a point after a game of two halves...
Watch: The bizarre moment an A-League football match is stopped as the captain's own DOG invades the pitch
The home side had gone down 1-0 in the first 11 minutes of the match, with Michelle Heyman striking her 100th goal for the club to give United the...
‘Who let the dogs out?': Captain's very good boy stops A-League clash with pitch invasion
Wellington Phoenix skipper Annalie Longo's dog makes surprise cameo
Game disrupted as ‘Tiger' runs rings around players from both sides
Wellington...
Canada's Olympic drone spying scandal a symptom of an ‘unacceptable culture'
Independent investigation's report sent to Canada Soccer
Governing body promises ‘decisive action' inside a week
The drone spying scandal that...
Coaches should tell kids ‘you don’t have to be like Haaland, you can be like Chris Wood’ after stunning October spell
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,...
Seven Minnesota United Players Called Up for International Duty
Minnesota United has seven players who have been called up to represent their respective countries during the FIFA International Window in...
Peter Wright, 54, makes major change to his THROW for Grand Slam of Darts and reveals family event ‘helped spur me on’
PETER WRIGHT is trying a change of THROW at the Grand Slam.
The double world champion has suffered a year of huge inconsistency as he bids to get...
England to meet world champions Spain in the UEFA Women’s Nations League
FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 finalists England and Spain will meet
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Forgotten Ireland star returns as Heimir Hallgrimsson names squad for Nations League clashes against Finland and England
SHANE DUFFY has been recalled to the Republic of Ireland squad for their UEFA Nations League games against Finland and England.
Duffy, 32, last...
Des Buckingham left hometown Oxford United for a global coaching odyssey. Now he's back making history
Buckingham embarked on a nomadic career in New Zealand, Australia and India. He tells Lawrence Ostlere how those experiences helped him restore...
Rewarding Reading teen with captaincy 'the right thing to do' says Ruben Selles
Reading boss Ruben Selles has praised defender Tyler Bindon's character and mentality after giving the teenager the captaincy for Saturday's win...
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta embraces inspirational All Blacks' mentality
Arsenal boss pays tribute to New Zealand outfit on visit to training ground in advance of England Test encounter
Ben Foster shares why Steve Clarke sold Chris Wood at West Brom
Ben Foster has revealed that Steve Clarke sold Chris Wood at West Brom because he was “too big” and “too slow”. The New Zealand...
Crystal Palace 1-0 Tottenham: player ratings to the theme of terrible birds
Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty ImagesI'm like a bird, I'll only fly away - much like Spurs' away form Another week, another set of dropped points in...
Top jockey ruthlessly sacked by football agent Kia Joorabchian joins exodus to New Zealand
Kevin Stott, who was flying high in the first first half of last year as first jockey to the powerful Amo Racing team, has had a disappointing 2024...
Chris Wood now Dream Team’s most in-form striker having banked 35 points in last three outings
THE resurgence of Chris Wood over the last year has been one of the Premier League’s most surprising narratives.
After hitting double figures in...
Fan Focus: Oxford fan Simon is predicting a score draw between the U's and Sunderland
Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Images via Getty ImagesWe spoke to Oxford fan Simon from The Fence End Podcast to find out how they're adapting to life...
Match Preview: Sunderland v Oxford United - all you need to know ahead of kick-off!
Photo by Clive Mason/Getty ImagesAfter two impressive home wins we return to the Stadium of Light three points clear at the top of the table -...
Ecuador and USA into last eight at FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
Ecuador and USA reached the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals, while Nigeria and Spain made it three wins from three. Group A – Nigeria...
Wings sign forward Josh Redfearn
Welling United are delighted to confirm the arrival of forward Joshua Redfearn. The 23-year-old striker has been forging a career in New Zealand,...
The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Tuesday, October 22
Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty ImagesI'm a New Zealander in New York doesn't have quite the same ring to it Hello again! It's your favorite resident...
Chris Wood earns Forest narrow victory thanks to Dean Henderson's blunder
Chris Wood is keeping some good company these days. His strike midway through the second half, which brought Nottingham Forest their first home win...
talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Monday 21 October
There is plenty of top-flight action to take in across Europe on Monday, including an intriguing Premier League clash between Nottingham Forest and...
Nigeria and Spain into FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup quarter-finals
Nigeria and Spain both secured quarter-final places at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a game to spare. Group A – Nigeria 4-0 Ecuador,...