On Sunday, 15th August 2021

Hull suffer effects of Dickie at both ends - Report Sun 15th Aug 2021 19:30
Rob Dickie's flying start to 2021/22 continued on Saturday with a spectacular goalline clearance and third goal in as many games as QPR registered their first win of the season at Hull on Saturday.

Ethan Laird : The whole package and why it took so long Sun 15th Aug 2021 13:55
Ethan Laird has completed a medical in Swansea today after two weeks of hold ups and speculation regards the 20 year old Manchester United prospect. There have been delays, a week ago it was agreed a loan in principle would go ahead, but then other factors came in to play.

Leeds suffer at the Theatre of Nightmares Sun 15th Aug 2021 12:38
After all the anticipation, Leeds went down to another painful defeat to Manchester United, with the absence of two key players turning out to be all important.

Jake Bidwell transfer speculation increases Sun 15th Aug 2021 11:19
Jake Blidwell, a player who has adapted extremely well to Swansea City’s wing back position has held talks with the swans regards a new contract. Currently he can leave Swansea in June on a free transfer. Remarkably he is being linked with a cash move to a number of clubs.

Swansea City Sunday Match day Gallery : Sheffield United Sun 15th Aug 2021 11:00
Welcome to a new feature post match day where we document the game with a variety of exclusive action shots. Today it’s photographs from last nights game at the Swansea.Com stadium which ended Swansea City 0 Sheffield United 0.

Russell Martin : Those brilliant moments are not far away Sun 15th Aug 2021 09:00
Swansea City drew at home to Sheffield United in a goalless draw at the Swansea.Com stadium in front on the SKY Sports TV cameras last night. 16,000 was the capped capacity for the game and they watched a solid performance from the swans.

On Saturday, 15th August 2020

Three missing - but Pompey find 22 men to take on Norwich and beat them Sat 15th Aug 2020 22:07
Pompey's first game of pre-season brought a 2-0 victory Norwich under-23s - and gave Kenny Jackett the chance to run the rule over 22 players.

On Thursday, 15th August 2019

The Bristol Strangler – History Thu 15th Aug 2019 22:39
Easy to forget now, given the thawed relations between the clubs, but QPR v Bristol City was a big rivalry at the turn of the millennium, and the 2005 move of Tommy Doherty to Loftus Road only inflamed that further.

Saints All Fit For The Visit Of Liverpool Thu 15th Aug 2019 21:40
Ralph Hasenhuttl has confirmed that he has no injury worries ahead of the game against Liverpool on Saturday afternoon.

Close call seems likely again for Pompey at Sunderland Thu 15th Aug 2019 21:34
Man of the moment Ben Close has been praised by Kenny Jackett for the hard work and the performances that have made him difficult to drop.

Tricky start for fancied Robins – Interview Thu 15th Aug 2019 20:12
As if being tipped for promotion in the LFW season preview wasn’t bad enough, Bristol City have started without a win in three and a long term injury to summer acquisition Jay Dasilva. Exiled Robin sets the scene…

The life of Ryan - Podcast Thu 15th Aug 2019 17:54
The third Open All R’s Podcast of the season has two contrasting home draws to reflect on with stand out performer Ryan Manning the special guest interview.

Jones in charge at Ashton Gate - Referee Thu 15th Aug 2019 17:50
Robert Jones from Merseyside is in charge of QPR’s second meeting this week with Bristol City, this time at Ashton Gate on Saturday.

Jurgen Klopp Claims Saints Fans Celebrated Liverpool Win ! Thu 15th Aug 2019 12:19
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has joked that the real winners from Liverpool's Super Cup win were their next Premier League opponents Southampton .

Saints On Verge Of Elyounoussi Deal Thu 15th Aug 2019 12:02
According to the Turkish media Saints have dropped their asking price on Mohammed Elyounoussi but it is likely to be a loan deal.

On Wednesday, 15th August 2018

Dons should not have left Fratton with Cup victory Wed 15th Aug 2018 22:17
Christian Burgess said Pompey should have been capable of holding on to their Carabao Cup lead against Wimbledon and reaching the second round.

QPR make rare cup progress against lacklustre Posh - Report Wed 15th Aug 2018 18:18
To the surprise of the few in attendance, QPR produced a quick and clinical victory over League One Peterborough United in the League Cup on Tuesday.

Match Report: Leeds United 2-1 Bolton Wanderers - Whites through despite Jekyll & Hyde performance Wed 15th Aug 2018 16:46
Despite something of a Jekyll and Hyde performance, Leeds United were still able to win a battle of two much-changed sides, and thus secure a third victory in succession, by worsting Bolton Wanderers at Elland Road in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night.

Limited Seats Left On Southampton Away Travel To Everton Wed 15th Aug 2018 15:15
Our favourite independent providers of coach travel to all Saints away games have a limited number of seats left on their coaches to Everton.

New keeper recruited Wed 15th Aug 2018 10:25
Dale have signed 21 year old Fulham keeper Magnus Norman on loan.

Cheltenham Town 2 - 2 Colchester United - Player Ratings and Reports Wed 15th Aug 2018 09:46
If you saw the match, please give us your ratings and mini match reports.

Portsmouth 1 - 2 AFC Wimbledon - Player Ratings Wed 15th Aug 2018 09:44
If you were at the match, please give us your player ratings.

Hughes Defensive Dilemma For Trip To Goodison Wed 15th Aug 2018 09:18
Mark Hughes has a decision or two to make ahead of the trip to Everton on Saturday both in terms of formation and personnel.

Round 2 draw info Wed 15th Aug 2018 07:38
The draw for the second round of the Carabao Cup will take place on Thursday evening.

League Cup woe for Walkes and Pompey Wed 15th Aug 2018 00:12
Anton Walkes has a habit of scoring at Fratton Park - he did it on his debut last season and netted a scorcher in the friendly with FC Utrecht last month.

On Tuesday, 15th August 2017

Leeds United 0-0 Fulham - Player Ratings Tue 15th Aug 2017 22:22
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and mini match reports.

Match Preview: Leeds United v Fulham - Whites eye victory after Preston draw Tue 15th Aug 2017 14:26
Following a disappointing, mundane draw at home to a workmanlike Preston North End, Leeds United play host to Fulham this evening seeking a victory over the Cottagers so as to affirm their credentials as contenders for a play-off berth.

German lessons from Huddersfield – Opposition Profile Tue 15th Aug 2017 14:00
Having failed to make the play-offs amidst a flurry of goals at both ends last season, Norwich City are hoping Huddersfield Town can point the way to better things for them in 2017/18.

Chelsea Interested In Cedric Soares Tue 15th Aug 2017 13:53
Chelsea look set to take over from Liverpool in making St Mary's their footballing supermarket of choice with news that they could make a double raid in the next week or so.

Norwich go German in hunt for Premier league return - Interview Tue 15th Aug 2017 13:50
Ahead of Wednesday’s trip to Norwich we catch up with journo Connor Southwell to discuss the club’s Huddersfield-style revolution over the summer and slightly sluggish start to the new season.

Bruno delivers Carrow Road knockout - History Tue 15th Aug 2017 12:33
Ahead of Wednesday's trip to Norwich, LFW looks back to 1994 for the memorable match and a goal that furthered the cult status of striker Devon White.

We just like listening to Clint Hill – Podcast Tue 15th Aug 2017 11:42
Former QPR captain Clint Hill is the guest on this week’s Open All R’s Podcast, with a new Mark Hughes story to tell as well as his memories of QPR and recent spell at Glasgow Rangers.

Langford takes Norwich trip - Referee Tue 15th Aug 2017 11:16
Oliver Langford, a regular face on the Championship circuit, is the referee in charge of Wednesday’s trip to Norwich.

Admission: Shrewsbury v Dale Tue 15th Aug 2017 09:41
Dale travel to the ground formerly known as the New Meadow, Prostar Stadium, and Greenhous Meadow, as we make our "first" trip to the Montgomery Waters Meadow.

Chelsea And Manchester City Now Favourites As Saints Stand Firm ! Tue 15th Aug 2017 09:13
Liverpool are no longer seen as the favourites to sign Virgil Van Dijk, at least according to the media who report that he could be on his way to London or Manchester.

Dear Les, for my birthday I would like… Tue 15th Aug 2017 08:15
Matt Tilling takes a look at what is on his wish list from Les Reed for his forthcoming birthday ! Will he get what he wants !

On Monday, 15th August 2016

Don't worry about the League Two table (yet) Mon 15th Aug 2016 22:58
Pompey head to Morecambe on Tuesday with some fans already fretting over where two draws from two games has left them in the early League Two table. But skipper Michael Doyle is not with the worriers.

Refwatch: Port Vale v Dale Mon 15th Aug 2016 19:07
Dale will meet a new EFL referee on Tuesday when Robert Jones takes charge of their League One fixture at Port Vale.

QPR's golden start continues in Cardiff - Report Mon 15th Aug 2016 17:47
Two wins from two and no goals conceded, A Kick Up The R's editor Dave Thomas was in South Wales on Sunday to see QPR extend their perfect start to the new season.

Match Preview - Leeds United v. Fulham - Third time lucky for Leeds? Mon 15th Aug 2016 15:00
Leeds United are one of five sides going into their third Sky Bet Championship fixture of the season still searching for a first point in 2016-17.

New Season, Same Old Story Mon 15th Aug 2016 14:14
Some things never change when the football season comes around and one that we should be well used to by now is football pundits predicting a season of struggle for the Swans and impending relegation about to happen yet again at the Liberty.

U's Vs Grimsby Predictions Mon 15th Aug 2016 12:26
Here are the latest predictions for Tuesday night's visit of Grimsby Town. Don't forget to log yours!

The Ugly Inside Video Channel ! Fans Reaction V Watford 2 Mon 15th Aug 2016 11:55
The second part of our fans reaction video sees Saints supporters not the happiest after the draw against Watford.

Everton Launch Bid For Charlie Austin Mon 15th Aug 2016 10:41
With the end of the transfer window in sight, Everton are desperate to sign a replacement for Lukaku who in turn is desperate to go to Chelsea.

Southampton Disabled Supporters Association Open Day On Tuesday Mon 15th Aug 2016 09:28
Saints supporters should pop along to St Mary's on Tuesday afternoon and support this great organisation and in doing so perhaps meet a Saints legend or two and maybe win a decent prize in the draw.

The Ugly Inside Video Channel ! Fans Reaction V Watford Mon 15th Aug 2016 09:11
The first of the fans reaction videos after the draw against Watford on Saturday at St Mary's, the natives were restless as they say !

Saints V Watford Dan's Report Mon 15th Aug 2016 08:55
Dan gives us his report from the opening game of the season against Watford at St Mary's on Saturday

Llorente Attracts Swans Praise Mon 15th Aug 2016 08:55
Fernando Llorente's performance at Burnley has attracted some strong reviews from his managers and team mates as the Spaniard made his debut by playing a big part in the decisive goal that gave the Swans a victory.

It Has To Be Montero And Barrow Against Hull Mon 15th Aug 2016 08:39
There is an old saying in football that you do not change a winning side but Francesco Guidolin has to take a different approach to that on Saturday when his side welcome Hull City to the Liberty Stadium for the first home league game of the Premier League season.

On Saturday, 15th August 2015

GALLERY: Swansea City 2 Newcastle United 0 Sat 15th Aug 2015 20:46
Catch up with some of the action pictures that we have of today's 2-0 win for the Swans at the Liberty against 10 man Newcastle United.

McLaren Dismisses Monk Suggestion Sat 15th Aug 2015 20:06
Steve McLaren has dismissed the suggestion of Garry Monk that it was a deliberate tactic of Daryl Jalmaat to kick Jefferson Montero after the defender was sent off during the first half of today's 2-0 Swans win.

Queens Park Rangers 2-2 Cardiff City - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 19:25
If you saw the match against Cardiff, please give us your player ratings and mini match reports.

Monk Praises The Referee Over Red Card Sat 15th Aug 2015 19:11
Not surprisingly Garry Monk has praised the referee over the sending off of Daryl Janmaat for Newcastle after two fouls on Swansea dangerman Jefferson Montero.

McLaren - Ref Could Have Been More Lenient Sat 15th Aug 2015 19:05
Another game and another manager deciding that he will deflect away from the fact that the Swans have made his side look ordinary and this time it is Steve McLaren who thinks the ref should have been more lenient.

Monk - I Thought We Were Excellent Sat 15th Aug 2015 18:58
Garry Monk was a happy man once again this evening as he reflected on the Swans 2-0 win over Newcastle at the Liberty that maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League season.

Janmaat Apologises For Stupid Red Card Sat 15th Aug 2015 18:53
There are some players that learn from their mistakes and then there are some that continue to make the same stupid mistakes and it is fair to say that the latter applies to Newcastle defender Daryl Janmaat after his red card at the Liberty Stadium today.

Plymouth 1 Pompey 2: Penalties punish Pilgrims Sat 15th Aug 2015 18:21
Paul Cook's Pompey have yet to taste defeat - or even a draw - after chalking up their third win from three.

All Too Easy - Gomis And Ayew Ensure Swans Beat Newcastle Sat 15th Aug 2015 17:45
Bafetimbi Gomis and Andre Ayew were both on target for the second week running as the Swans started their Liberty Stadium campaign for the season with a comfortable 2-0 win, over what it has to be said is a very poor Newcastle United side.

Peterborough United 2-1 Colchester United - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 17:27
If you saw the match against Peterborough, please give us your ratings and mini match reports.

Plymouth Argyle 1-2 Portsmouth - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 17:24
If you saw the match against Plymouth, please give us your player ratings and mini match reports.

Swansea City 2-0 Newcastle United - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 17:21
If you saw the match against Newcastle, please give us your ratings and match reports.

Blackpool 0-2 Rochdale - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 17:17
If you saw the match against Blackpool, please give us your ratings and mini reports.

Derby 1-1 Charlton - Your Ratings & Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 17:07
Despite dominating much of the game the Rams could only manage a draw against Charlton - we want your ratings and a mini match report.

Southampton 0-3 Everton - Player Ratings and Reports Sat 15th Aug 2015 14:48
If you saw the match against Everton, please give us your player ratings and mini match reports.

Swansea v Newcastle - The Fans Discuss It Live Sat 15th Aug 2015 14:30
Why not take the time top interact with our matchday thread whilst the match is going on this afternoon? Our thread is visited by 000s so join the crowds and give us your opinion here

Protest Plane To Be Flown Over St Mary's Today Sat 15th Aug 2015 09:07
Saints fans will get a feeling of we have seen it all before as a plane is set to fly above St Mary's this afternoon with a protest message.

G.M's Match Preview: Rams To Open Home Account Against Addicks Sat 15th Aug 2015 07:05
After an average start against Bolton and a poor display against League Two side Portsmouth, Derby will hope to kick start their season in front a big crowd at the iPro stadium.

King - Crewe Style Is The Same To The Swans Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:47
Things are being done in a pretty comprehensive way at the Liberty Stadium these days and you would imagine that ensuring that players out on loan continue in a style we want them to play in is quite important to us as well.

McLaren Warns Monk Off England Job Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:40
It seems a little crazy to even think about Garry Monk and the England managers job but such is the job that he has done in his short time in charge of Swansea then he is being linked with the role should Roy Hodgson depart at any point in the near future.

Monk - Jeff Is The Best In The League Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:35
Garry Monk must have had a massive smile of satisfaction on his face last weekend when he watched Jefferson Montero tear into Branislav Ivanovic time and time again as the Swans almost caused the opening day shock by coming close to winning at Chelsea.

"Mitrovic Will Add Strength To Newcastle" Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:33
The Swans will today come face to face with one of their summer transfer targets in Aleksander Mitrovic who eventually signed for our opponents at the Liberty, Newcastle United.

Monk - We Create A Great Team Spirit Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:32
Garry Monk knows a thing or two about football players having of course been one himself for several years but he believes that there has been a notable change in the attitudes of some of them and clearly not for the better either.

Swansea v Newcastle - EA Sports PPI Preview Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:30
Swansea host Newcastle on Saturday, with both teams coming into the fixture after securing draws in their first matches of the season.

Monk - We Can't Just Turn Up And Win Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:25
If anybody believed that Garry Monk may be getting a little complacent after our excellent performance at Chelsea next weekend then you can dispel those beliefs now as Monk knows there is work to be done to win today's game.

Monk - Back Spasm Changed My Life Sat 15th Aug 2015 06:22
There are some things in life that you think may be meant to be and Garry Monk being appointed as manager of Swansea City was clearly one of them because it could have been so different for the current Swans boss.

Interview with a Blackpool fan Sat 15th Aug 2015 00:45
With Blackpool being our opponents this weekend, we've grabbed five minutes with one of their supporters to give us the lowdown on what's happening over their way at the moment.

On Friday, 15th August 2014

Just five more minutes – preview Fri 15th Aug 2014 23:49
Newly promoted QPR return to the Premier League on Saturday, starting off with a home fixture against Hull City.

LFW season preview part three – the contenders Fri 15th Aug 2014 20:39
The third and final part of LFW’s annual ball ache/season preview looks at the teams who will almost certainly make up the top seven in the Premier League this year.

City Start Their Defence Of The Title Fri 15th Aug 2014 19:11
City start their defence of the title this Sunday at St James Park where they take on Newcastle United. While City ended last season as Champions,Newcastle ended a very respectable 10th place.

Man Utd To Win Say Swans Fans Fri 15th Aug 2014 17:43
The Swans will come away from Old Trafford with nothing this weekend if the current predictions in our prediction league are to be believed.

Swans Fans In Optimistic Mood Fri 15th Aug 2014 15:40
Swansea fans are in optimistic mood ahead of the new season in terms of our final league position if not our opening day result.

Manchester United v Swansea City - The Big Match Preview Fri 15th Aug 2014 15:10
And so here we are. Just under 14 weeks since we ended last season with a final day victory at Sunderland we start against the same opponents that we started against last season but this time we have to hope for a different result.

Do Saints Now Have A Stronger Squad ? Fri 15th Aug 2014 12:21
There can be no doubt that the loss of five players of the calibre of the likes of Shaw and Lovren is a big loss, but overall it could be the case that we are now stronger as a squad than we were last season.

Bristol City Vs U's Predictions Fri 15th Aug 2014 12:20
Here are the latest score and first scorer predictions on our Prediction League for the away match at Ashton Gate. Don't forget to log yours!

Katharina Liebherr Has Shown her Committment Fri 15th Aug 2014 09:25
As our former big name prima donas started to get their head's in other places, Katharina Liebherr and her board quietly reiterated the fact that they were committed to this club, now they have proved it.

£16m for Wilf?? Liverpool Comedy Lives On Fri 15th Aug 2014 08:18
So today's papers tell us that Liverpool are about to up their '£12.5m offer' for Wilf with an extended one for £16m and former manager Brendan Rodgers believes that will be enough to part us to sell.

3-5-2 - It's Not Going To Happen Fri 15th Aug 2014 08:08
There has been many suggestions in recent weeks about changes in formations that the Swans could play with and the formation of 3-5-2 suggested in more than one place - an option pretty much quashed by our manager last night in front of 250 fans at the Liberty Stadium.

LFW season preview part two – the middle ground Fri 15th Aug 2014 01:08
The second part of the annual LFW season preview, which Crystal Palace have done their very best to ruin for us, features the midtable teams from last season and where they might go this…

Fratton formations give Awford food for thought Fri 15th Aug 2014 00:38
If Andy Awford knows which formation Pompey will use against Cambridge United on Saturday, he's keeping his cards close to his chest.

On Thursday, 15th August 2013

Safe QPR money on both teams to score - betting Thu 15th Aug 2013 23:47
Andy Hillman returns to cast his eye across the markets for QPR's home match with Ipswich, and hunt value elsewhere on the weekend sporting coupon.

What price stagnation? £72m since you ask – opposition focus Thu 15th Aug 2013 23:02
Ipswich are fancied by some as a dark horse for a promotion push after an impressive end to last season, but given the investment in the club by owner Marcus Evans that wouldn’t be before time.

TAYLER WILLSON: Early season struggle? No chance Thu 15th Aug 2013 21:56
This League Two journey may have got off on the wrong foot, but this is a new start, it's a new beginning for Portsmouth Football Club. New players, new owners and new opponents - it's nothing like we've ever witnessed (errr I have... - old git Ed).

So exactly who does own Leeds United? Thu 15th Aug 2013 20:24
Should we be worried by the latest news that GFH Capital now own less than half of Leeds United?

Leeds deny that Diouf is on his way Thu 15th Aug 2013 17:42
A statement on the official site this afternoon has contradicted an earlier claim by the Yorkshire Post that El-Hadji Diouf could be released to make additional funds available for new signings.

Free training top for Junior Dale Thu 15th Aug 2013 15:00
Any young Dale fan attending the Junior Dale Saturday Club before this weekend's game with Chesterfield will be given a free Dale training top.

The FairyTale Of Southampton City Thu 15th Aug 2013 11:08
Yet another amazing chapter was written in the story of Rickie Lambert at Wembley last night that even if he had written the script himself he would have thought was asking a bit much to cap an unbelievable four years.

Twitter reaction to Lambert goal Thu 15th Aug 2013 09:16
We've ploughed our way through Twitter to bring you some of the reactions to Rickie Lambert's goal against Scotland last night.

TVOS v Chesterfield Thu 15th Aug 2013 07:42
Rochdale AFC’s matchday programme – The Voice of Spotland – is back for Saturday’s League Two fixture against Chesterfield.

Refwatch Preview: Dale v Chesterfield Thu 15th Aug 2013 07:00
Dale’s first two league games of the season have been refereed by officials in their debut season at this level, but there are no such worries about Saturday’s man in the middle.

On Wednesday, 15th August 2012

A Knight’s tale, memories of Leon and 1966 as Swans visit – history Wed 15th Aug 2012 19:30
The LFW History column returns for the new season, reflecting on a troubled individual who played for QPR and Swansea, and a key pair of meetings between the two sides in 1966.

What I.Saw - A Balmy Barmy Night At Pride Park Wed 15th Aug 2012 14:40
A balmy barmy night at Pride Park. For 62 minutes the Rams dominated, they destroyed Scunthorpe the most comprehensive performance seen at Pride Park since it opened all those years ago.

Saints Draw Stevenage In Capital One Cup Wed 15th Aug 2012 13:34
Saints have found out who their opponents will be in the 2nd round of the newly titled league cup or as its now known the Capital One Cup.

Join Our ColU Prediction League Wed 15th Aug 2012 12:00
It's that time again! The first league match of the season kicks off on Saturday and we'd like you to register your predictions in our 2012/13 Prediction League.

Chainrai's withdrawl opens door for PST takeover Wed 15th Aug 2012 10:43
Balram Chainrai has withdrawn his bid to buy back Portsmouth Football Club.

TUI Prediction League 2012/13 Open For Business Wed 15th Aug 2012 10:32
Every year the Ugly Inside runs its prediction league, its simple to enter and usually a small prize at the end.

Saints Are The Bookmakers Favourites ! Wed 15th Aug 2012 09:08
Saints are at the wrong end of all the bookmakers tables of betting odds for the coming season after a barren few weeks in the transfer market. Here we look at a few of the odds concerning Saints

LFW Season Preview Part 3 – Mid table mediocrity Wed 15th Aug 2012 01:21
The third part of our bumper season preview focuses on the five teams LFW believes will either be fine, or do enough to survive. Read on for profiles of QPR, Fulham, West Ham, West Brom and Norwich.

On Monday, 15th August 2011

Report - Manchester City 4 Swansea City 0 Mon 15th Aug 2011 22:34
The Swans conceded four second half goals to lose their first Premier League clash at the Ethiad Stadium

Monday Diary – Warnock left praying for takeover after Bolton rout Mon 15th Aug 2011 19:38
Neil Warnock says he hopes to bring in three new players before the transfer window slams shut, but much will depend on the impending takeover by Air Asia boss Tony Fernandes.

Antonio Joins On Loan Mon 15th Aug 2011 18:10
John Ward has drafted in Reading winger Michail Antonio on an initial month loan as cover for Ashley Vincent.

Are You the Hottest Shot in Town? Mon 15th Aug 2011 17:15
The Blues are looking for fans to take part in their Hottest Shot in Town competition. Three supporters will be invited on to the pitch at half-time to discover whether or not they are a latter-day Ted Phillips.

Fabregas will never be a legend Mon 15th Aug 2011 14:42

The deal has finally been confirmed, Cesc Fabregas has re-joined his boyhood club in pursuit of the silverware that he failed to find with Arsenal. It is a sad day for Arsenal fans and Fabregas will also never be fully content with his time in North London. He has grown as a player and a person but since he has been a first team regular we have always failed at the final hurdle.

Andy’s Coming Home Mon 15th Aug 2011 13:47
We had been in danger of running out of strikers, but thankfully our former player Andy Keogh has now joined us on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers until January.

Shotton Not On Mon 15th Aug 2011 12:12
Town boss Paul Jewell appears to have played down the Blues’ chances of signing Stoke defender Ryan Shotton. The Blues and Burnley were reported to have made £1 million offers for the 22-year-old at the end of last week but the central defender or right-back was involved in the Potters’ squad for their weekend Premier League game against Chelsea.

Good Management Will Be The Key ! Mon 15th Aug 2011 09:58
If Saints are to genuinely challenge for promotion then it will be down to Nigel Adkins.

Jewell Confirms Portsmouth Bid for Leadbitter Mon 15th Aug 2011 09:50
Town boss Paul Jewell has confirmed that the Blues have received an offer from Portsmouth for skipper Grant Leadbitter. TWTD was first to reveal Pompey’s interest in the 25-year midfielder last Thursday.

Bluffers Guide to Carlisle Mon 15th Aug 2011 09:00
Carlisle United are the visitors to Spotland on Tuesday evening. We've popped off to Wiki and come back with as many facts on Carlisle as we could possibly muster.

Jewell Wants More Goals from Central Defenders Mon 15th Aug 2011 08:07
Town manager Paul Jewell wants his centre-halves to score six or seven goals each this season. Damien Delaney and Tommy Smith both had a number of chances from corners during Saturday’s 1-0 defeat to Hull but failed to take them, the Irish international coming closest when he hit the bar just before the break.

Jewell: Formation May Work Better Away Mon 15th Aug 2011 08:03
Blues boss Paul Jewell conceded that Town’s 4-5-1 formation may be more suited to away games after Town’s 1-0 home defeat to Hull City. However, the Liverpudlian felt Saturday’s result was more down to his players not being at their best.

Oldham (a) - ALL TICKET Mon 15th Aug 2011 08:01
Dale fans are reminded that this weekend's game with Oldham Athletic is an all ticket game for away supporters this weekend, with no tickets available on the day.

Jenkins - Other Clubs Would Love To Have Our Structure Mon 15th Aug 2011 07:00
Huw Jenkins says that other clubs look to the Swansea model and wish they could replicate it

Refwatch Preview: Carlisle (h) Mon 15th Aug 2011 07:00
Hull-based referee Mark Brown is the man in the middle when Carlisle come to Spotland on Tueday night.

Phelan Confident Swans Will Make Step Up Mon 15th Aug 2011 06:55
Terry Phelan insists that the Swans can make the step up into the Premier League

Dobbie Happy With Swans Tough Start Mon 15th Aug 2011 06:52
Stephen Dobbie says he is happy that the Swans have three tough away fixtures to start with

Kemy Ready For Swansea Start At Manchester City Mon 15th Aug 2011 06:49
As the final whistle blew at Wembley the name of Kemy Agustien was probably the last name you would have put on the starting sheet for the Premier League clashes

Ash - We Can Take Points Off Anyone Mon 15th Aug 2011 06:46
Ashley Williams insists that the Swans can take points off anyone as they prepare for their Premier League debut

Dyer - We Won't Be Starstruck By Manchester City Mon 15th Aug 2011 06:42
Nathan Dyer says that the Swans will not be starstruck as they come up against Man City's team of superstars this evening

RamsWeek 33 - Desire Mon 15th Aug 2011 01:59
Derby County looked to build on an encouraging start to the season, with a Carling Cup tie against League Two opposition and a visit to Watford in the Championship.

Sneak preview of Carlisle programme Mon 15th Aug 2011 00:01
Rochdale AFC’s matchday programme – The Voice of Spotland – is back for Tuesday’s League One match against Carlisle United.

On Sunday, 15th August 2010

A victory for football as QPR push Blackwell over the edge – full match report Sun 15th Aug 2010 23:04
A superb first half performance from QPR was enough to make it two wins from two games at the start of the Championship season, and cost a true footballing philistine his job in the process.

Doncaster After Quinn Sun 15th Aug 2010 22:53
Doncaster Rovers are one of three clubs interested in signing Town midfielder Alan Quinn on loan. The Republic of Ireland international is currently sidelined with a minor groin injury, but appears to be out of manager Roy Keane’s long-term plans.

Northern Ireland Target Wickham Sun 15th Aug 2010 22:11
Former Norwich boss Nigel Worthington has made an audacious attempt to persuade Town striker Connor Wickham to opt to play for Northern Ireland. The England U17 international qualifies to play for both Ireland sides via his soldier father Stefan.

Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal Sun 15th Aug 2010 18:47
Late goal salvages a point after mediocre performance.

Rams Fan Match Report: Derby 1 vs. 2 Cardiff Sun 15th Aug 2010 13:13
Hopes were high after an opening day win at Leeds and although the Rams looked good in patches, Cardiff took all three points with a late strike.

Report: Brighton 2 Dale 2 Sun 15th Aug 2010 10:03
There’s not much better than when you score the very last goal to be scored in the whole of English football.

On Saturday, 15th August 2009

Report: Swansea 0 Middlesbrough 3 Sat 15th Aug 2009 17:08
A poor Swansea City side found themselves a distant second best at the Liberty Stadium this afternoon as they fell to defeat

Platt Starts Three Match Ban Sat 15th Aug 2009 12:09
Clive Platt will miss today’s home league game against Yeovil Town due to suspension.

Gillingham Away In The JPT Sat 15th Aug 2009 11:55
The U's have been drawn away to Gillingham in the First Round of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.

Preview: Scunthorpe United v Derby County Sat 15th Aug 2009 00:11
The Rams meet the Iron in their first away game of the league season hoping to put the midweek cup defeat behind them.

On Friday, 15th August 2008

Championship Home - Nottingham Forest Preview Fri 15th Aug 2008 21:36
Championship football returns to the Liberty Stadium tomorrow when Nottingham Forest arrive for the second league fixture

Earnshaw Ready For Swansea Stick Fri 15th Aug 2008 21:13
Roberto Earnshaw admits that he is expecting stick from the Liberty faithful tomorrow

Leeds v. Oldham Preview Fri 15th Aug 2008 17:44
The cheap seats are close to selling out for the visit of Oldham Athletic, and our only fitness doubt is Robert Snodgrass.

Trust on hand at Turnstiles Fri 15th Aug 2008 16:31
Dale Supporters Trust would like to announce it's membership has hit over 300 already this season. This amazing figure was achieved before a ball has even been kicked and is a positive recognition of the role fans feel the Trust can play in furthering Rochdale AFC in its 7 year plan.

Preview - Bristol City v Derby County Fri 15th Aug 2008 15:40
But for the cruelty of the play-offs, the Robins would be plying their trade in the Premier League.

Derby Down Under: SHOOT!! Fri 15th Aug 2008 13:23
On Tuesday night Nathan Ellington finally did something all Rams fans had been asking for since early last season. When you have the ball near goal… just SHOOT!!

Rams Olympic Update: Shattered Dreams! Fri 15th Aug 2008 12:02
Both Rams players were bundled out of Olympic football on Wednesday in the final game of the group stage. One played the most minutes of his campaign and the other did not even get onto the pitch.

De Vries Being Worked Hard Fri 15th Aug 2008 09:54
Dorus De Vries may be the only goalkeeping choice at the moment but he is not getting the easy treatment

QPR travel to Sheffield in Championship game of the day - full match preview Fri 15th Aug 2008 09:25
QPR's new look side travels north on Saturday for a seriously stern test against one of the promotion favourites Sheffield United.

Ashley Williams & Teddy Bears Fri 15th Aug 2008 09:02
If you run a fairground stall and see Ashley Williams coming your way then hide quickly.....

Roberto Would Not Swap Squads With Calderwood Fri 15th Aug 2008 06:54
Roberto Martinez says he would not swap squads with Colin Calderwood despite the larger budget being available to the Forest man

On Wednesday, 15th August 2007

Manchester City 1-0 Rams - Quick report Wed 15th Aug 2007 21:48
The Rams were by no means outplayed, but were unable to score and lost due to a goal by City's Michael Johnson.

Derby Down Under - Cheer up & cheer on Wed 15th Aug 2007 19:24
When the final whistle blew at Wembley, dreams became a reality for Derby County fans all around the world.

Tickle Tackle - New Challenges Wed 15th Aug 2007 15:08

So here we are, new challenges all around!

QPR 1-2 Leyton Orient Wed 15th Aug 2007 12:35
A Martin Rowlands goal was not enough to stop Rangers poor cup form continuing, as we crashed out of the Carling Cup at Loftus Road last night.

Rochdale 2 Stoke 2 - Dale win 4-2 on pens Wed 15th Aug 2007 10:24
Championship? You're having a laugh! was the cry from the Sandy Lane as Dale knocked out Stoke City to progress to round two of the Carling Cup. Match report online now.

Burley's Outburst, A Man Under pressure Wed 15th Aug 2007 09:23
George Burley's outburst on Monday was the sign of a man under pressure.

Manchester City v Rams Preview Wed 15th Aug 2007 00:39
A new stadium for a sell out crowd of nearly 3000 Rams. The City of Manchester Stadium is one of the latest in a seemingly endless supply.

Owain Tudur Jones Wed 15th Aug 2007 00:00
Player Profile - Owain Tudur Jones

Marcos Painter Wed 15th Aug 2007 00:00
Player Profile - Marcos Painter

Darren Pratley Wed 15th Aug 2007 00:00
Player Profile - Darren Pratley

Steve Watt Wed 15th Aug 2007 00:00
Player Profile - Steve Watt

On Tuesday, 15th August 2006

Robbo Signs For 2 Years Tue 15th Aug 2006 00:00
Robinson Signs Contract Extension

Away Days - Oldham Tue 15th Aug 2006 00:00
Away Days - Oldham Athletic

Win With Guess The Crowd Tue 15th Aug 2006 00:00
Win Swans Book In Guess The Crowd

On Monday, 15th August 2005

Huddersfield Fool Mon 15th Aug 2005 00:00
Takes One To Know One Peter??

It's A Mystery Mon 15th Aug 2005 00:00
The Mystery of Messrs Jackett and Gurney

On Sunday, 15th August 2004

Get Off His Back Sun 15th Aug 2004 00:00
Too Much Expected Too Soon?

On Friday, 15th August 2003

Cheltenham Preview Fri 15th Aug 2003 00:00
Cheltenham v Swansea - Match Preview

Cheltenham Statistics Fri 15th Aug 2003 00:00
Cheltenham v Swansea - Statistics

On Wednesday, 15th August 2001

Division Two Arrests Wed 15th Aug 2001 00:00
Division Two Arrests

Things Looking Up? Wed 15th Aug 2001 00:00
Things Are Looking Up?

Afan Lido 1 Swansea 2 Wed 15th Aug 2001 00:00
Swans Fightback To Win At Lido