On Thursday, 18th May 2023

West Ham Awaydaze Thu 18th May 2023 21:21
We have the pleasure of travelling to West Ham United for our vital game on Sunday, which is live on Sky Sports with a 1.30pm kick-off on January 16th. You’ll find the stadium in Stratford in East London, approximately 6 miles to the east of the centre of our capital city.

Ethan Brierley Deal Off? Thu 18th May 2023 14:35
The close season is well under way now as Dale prepare for life in the National League but it now looks like Dale midfielder Ethan Brierley’s move to Blackburn Rovers may now be off.

Russell Martin links and the thought process of the majority owners at Swansea Thu 18th May 2023 09:03
Yesterdays nonsense on Twitter which we quickly examined and put in to its place is one thing, it just goes to show how ridiculous some fans are. Going to extreme lengths to shout from the rooftops that Russell Martin is staying at Swansea City was pretty poor, but you know the accounts involved as we do. We even received emails from rogue accounts purporting to be journalists of some repute. Laughable when reviewed this morning.

End of Term Report 22/23 — Goalkeepers Thu 18th May 2023 08:12
QPR’s goalkeeping chaos of 2021/22 was replaced by Seny Dieng doing all 48 matches by himself in 22/23, but sadly the Senegalese international felt like an asset whose value was in something of a decline by the end of the campaign.

On Wednesday, 18th May 2022

Southampton v Liverpool The Verdict Wed 18th May 2022 07:51
Saints rounded off their home season in the Premier League with a battling performance, but ultimately a narrow defeat as Liverpool kept their hopes of winning the title alive, now we can move forward.

On Tuesday, 18th May 2021

Southampton 0 - 2 Leeds United - Player Ratings and Reports Tue 18th May 2021 21:14
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.

Oxford United 0 - 3 Blackpool - Player Ratings and Reports Tue 18th May 2021 21:14
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.

Ridsdale and I Part 13- The lost season ticket & Ull Tue 18th May 2021 17:54
The tale of my early years following Leeds United continues through 1989/90, as I search in vain for my missing season ticket and we have a bit of trouble with Don Goodman. Not for the last time.

End of Term Report 20/21 — Defenders Tue 18th May 2021 17:08
Part two of our annual examination and grading of the QPR squad focuses on a defence that went form 76 goals conceded and six clean sheets, to 54 and 14.

Southampton V Leeds United The Preview Tue 18th May 2021 13:27
Saints take on Leeds United at St Mary's looking for revenge after a 3-0 defeat at Elland Road back in February, a scoreline that didn't reflect the game itself and a bad night all round with Oriol Romeu fracturing his ankle.

Freddie Woodman’s display against Barnsley was match winning Tue 18th May 2021 13:13
Freddie Woodman has his critics, and at times if you are a total perfectionist in how you see Swansea City then some of his errors are there to be questioned. However his improvement over the season has been dramatic, no doubt down to Martin Margetson as much as anyone else who work relentlessly at the club, but Freddie is the common denominator, without his effort it means nothing.

Theo Walcott Agrees Two Year Saints Deal Tue 18th May 2021 12:19
Theo Wacott looks set to end his football career where it all began after agreeing a deal to stay at St Mary's next season and the one beyond that, can he end his time at Southampton in the same way he started it in 2005, with a flourish, lets hope so.

Kwadwo Baah signs for Watford Tue 18th May 2021 10:00
It's now been confirmed that Kwadwo Baah will join Watford upon the expiry of his contract at Rochdale for an undisclosed fee.

Oriol Romeu Set To Return For Southampton V Leeds United Tue 18th May 2021 09:24
Back in February Oriol Romeu limped off against Leeds United after sustaining a fractured ankle due to the appalling state of the Elland Road pitch, now he is set to return to action against the same side and finish off the job he started at Elland Road.

Cooper out thinks ValÃ©rien in the Play Off first leg tie at Oakwell Tue 18th May 2021 09:00
It was always going to be a tight game, the newly inspired top six latecomers Barnsley against the methodical percentage tactics of Swansea City. However to win the game it takes more than an off the pitch vision and tonight Coopers surprise selection got it spot on.

Barnsley 0 - 1 Swansea City - Player Ratings and Reports Tue 18th May 2021 07:55
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.

On Monday, 18th May 2020

Hoedt Seeks Final Exit From St Mary's Mon 18th May 2020 09:45
Wesley Hoedt feels that his time at Royal Antwerp is over, but he now wants to end the loan deals and get a permanent move out of St Mary's.

On Saturday, 18th May 2019

We know we did our best to get Pompey over the promotion line Sat 18th May 2019 18:10
It's no good having regrets when you gave your all. That was player of the season Matt Clarke's view as Pompey reflected on more play-off misery.

On Friday, 18th May 2018

We short of knew... QPR confirm McClaren appointment - Column Fri 18th May 2018 15:38
As expected, QPR have confirmed that former England manager Steve McClaren will be the man to lead the team into 2018/19.

North East Defender On The Radar Again Fri 18th May 2018 15:22
Saints are again being linked with a target that if they had signed last summer would perhaps made this season a lot better.

Support The Football For Cancer Gig This Weekend Fri 18th May 2018 09:26
There is a gig this weekend in support of Football For Cancer and if that is not worthy in itself then it also features local legends Paul Simmonds and Swill from The Men They Couldn't Hang, as well as Mod/Ska band The Butterfly Collective.

On Thursday, 18th May 2017

New Pompey deal - now let's play some proper football Thu 18th May 2017 22:42
Gareth Evans can't wait to continue his Pompey career facing teams who will give them a proper game of football.

The Perfect First Half... Thu 18th May 2017 21:21
It is always with fondness ahead of a West Brom game that I think back to a magical night in November 2012 when the Swans tore apart the Baggies at the Liberty in what I can only describe as a first half of total football.

Gordon Jago: A Soccer Pioneer — Column Thu 18th May 2017 17:52
A Kick Up The R’s columnist Simon Dorset returns to LFW with his latest column having tracked down a copy of Gordon Jago’s autobiography.

Southampton 0-0 Manchester United - Player Ratings and Reports Thu 18th May 2017 08:25
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.

On Wednesday, 18th May 2016

Cook wins backing for Blues' new promotion attempt Wed 18th May 2016 20:40
Pompey's chairman says the club HAVE to get out of League Two next season - and pledges that the board will back Paul Cook's efforts to make sure it happens.

Player Review 2015/16 ! Kelvin Davis Wed 18th May 2016 19:30
This was Kelvin Davis final season at St Mary's after 10 years at the club so it is fitting that we look at it the day after his well deserved testimonial.

Player Review 2015/16 Fraser Forster Wed 18th May 2016 15:33
In the first of our end of season player reviews we look at Fraser Forster, his return from injury was a major factor in our second half of the season form.

Saints Linked With Norwich City Winger Wed 18th May 2016 14:13
The vultures are circling Carrow Road after the Canaries relegation and according to the latest rumours in East Anglia, Saints are one of eight clubs after one of their players.

Stekelenburg To Join Saints On Permanent Basis. Wed 18th May 2016 14:05
Saints seem set to sign on loan keeper Maarten Stekelenburg on a permanent deal once his season long loan from Fulham ends in the next weeks.

On Monday, 18th May 2015

Four to leave - no make it 12 - err, unlucky 13 to leave Pompey Mon 18th May 2015 22:58
If it moved at Fratton Park on Monday, it was shown the door.

Redfearn on the brink as Cellino calls him “a Baby” Mon 18th May 2015 18:16
Though Massimo Cellino has yet to say whether Neil Redfearn will or will not be head coach next season, his days must surely be numbered after the Italian’s latest bizzare outburst, accusing Redders of turning the fans against him.

Premier League Announce Final Day Live Games Mon 18th May 2015 16:27
The Premier League have announced which games will be shown live on Sky TV on Sunday afternoon on the final day of the season.

10 Pictures for PNE fans Mon 18th May 2015 12:45
Whilst Blackpool fans wallow in the misery of the last 12 months, down the M55 they're blowing up their clapsticks, sticking on their lucky pants and preparing to head down to another Play Off Final. Now is not the time for churlish rivalry, immature behaviour or petty insults, instead we feel it's important that Preston stay focused on the job in hand and don't worry about what may have happened at Play Off finals in the past. In light of this, we have got together some of our favourite films, pop groups, images and iconic photos for Preston fans to peruse to take their minds off the weekend's events.

Saints Go Into Most Exciting End To League Season For 30 Years Mon 18th May 2015 10:39
Saints now face a tough task to finish fifth but this is still the most exciting end to a league season in terms of League position since 1990.

Rickie Lambert Could be Returning To The South Coast Mon 18th May 2015 09:17
Rickie Lambert could be playing in the Premier league at St Mary's next season if the latest rumours turn out to be true.

Newcastle shambles helps QPR finish with a win - report Mon 18th May 2015 00:18
QPR have often finished seasons with a home match against Newcastle in recent times, and on Saturday at Loftus Road the Toon Army made perfect guests for the wake.

On Sunday, 18th May 2014

Borough have their eye on Pompey youngster Sun 18th May 2014 23:05
Ashley Harris can regain his confidence from a move across the harbour to Gosport, believes Boro manager Alex Pike.

Pellegrini Should Of Got Award: Holloway Sun 18th May 2014 19:40
Bristolian Ian Holloway has used his Mirror Column to say how Mauel Pellegrini should of won the LMA manager of the year award ahead of Liverpool's Brendan Rodgers.

LFW Travel Guides — Wembley Stadium Sun 18th May 2014 17:18
QPR are at Wembley for the first time in 28 years next Saturday, and if you’re planning to join them here’s a few hints and tips about how to get there, where to drink and where to park.

Rangers fighting tooth and nail — podcast Sun 18th May 2014 14:46
QPR’s loan striker Kevin Doyle and former R’s defender Clarke Carlisle are the special guests on this week’s post-Wigan, pre-Wembley Open All R’s Podcast.

Mason an unpopular choice for final - referee Sun 18th May 2014 11:53
QPR fans will be less than pleased to find their old chum Lee Mason has been appointed referee for the most important game of the season, and their first visit to Wembley in 28 years.

On Saturday, 18th May 2013

Liverpool v QPR Betting Preview Sat 18th May 2013 08:24
The final betting column of the season – if only Rangers had performed as well as our intrepid punters this term.

On Friday, 18th May 2012

Town to Take Control of Women's Team Fri 18th May 2012 22:05
TWTD understands that the club are set to take control of Ipswich Town Ladies FC next season. The women’s team was previously run and funded by the ITFC Charitable Trust.

SJ MASKELL: Chainrai needs paying, but does he hold all the cards? Fri 18th May 2012 22:03
One true, irrefutable fact that cannot be denied any which-way you twist or turn is that if you want a football club – any football club – in Portsmouth in the future, Balram Chainrai will have to have some of his money back.

What the Dickens? Fri 18th May 2012 16:50
As the club continues with the transfer policy of “let’s sign everyone we can from Portsmouth because they’re cheap”, our latest transfer target is believed to be none other than the legendary Charles Dickens.

Leeds now have problems with McCormack and Ward Fri 18th May 2012 14:07
Neil Warnock is now facing two more obstacles as he tries to build a squad for next season. Ross McCormack is likely to reject the club’s offer of a new contract and we’re facing competition for the signature of Joel Ward from Crystal Palace, Burnley and Ipswich Town.

Blackpool and Wednesday Enter Ward Chase Fri 18th May 2012 11:37
Blackpool and Sheffield Wednesday are the latest two Championship clubs to have approached Portsmouth regarding Town target Joel Ward, according to reports on the south coast. The 22-year-old defender or midfielder is believed to be holding talks with the Seasiders and Owls over the weekend before making a decision on his future next week.

Smith Confident New Zealand Can Take the Heat Fri 18th May 2012 09:59
Defender Tommy Smith says his New Zealand side ought to progress from next month’s World Cup first stage qualifying games being played in the Solomon Islands, despite the heat.

Your reputation precedes you, sir — guest column Fri 18th May 2012 09:20
Chris King returns to LFW with an assessment of an incredible weekend in Manchester and where the team should go now (without Joey Barton).

Seventeenth, Woooo! Open All R’s Podcast Fri 18th May 2012 09:12
Host David Fraser and podcast regulars Paul Finney and Chris Mendes are joined on the phone by Jamie Mackie and Shaun Derry with singer-song writer Owen Parker in the studio.

Cresswell Welcomes Competition for Places Fri 18th May 2012 08:53
Town left-back Aaron Cresswell has no fear of competition for his role in the side — in fact he welcomes it.

On Wednesday, 18th May 2011

Olympic Torch To Visit Southampton Wed 18th May 2011 16:48
The olympic Torch is coming to our fair City

Dutch Venues and Kick-Offs Confirmed Wed 18th May 2011 16:06
Town have confirmed the kick-off times and venues for July’s pre-season games in Holland. The Blues face Eerste Divisie (second tier) sides FC Eindhoven and Den Bosch.

McKeown Called up Wed 18th May 2011 15:56
Released academy defender Rory McKeown has added to the Northern Ireland squad for their U21 European Championship qualifier against the Faroe Islands at the end of this month. The 18-year-old has been told he will not be offered a professional deal with the Blues now his two-year scholarship is at an end.

Naked Sports Show: Whitton United Special Wed 18th May 2011 15:43
This evening's Naked Sports Show (ICR FM 6pm) is a Whitton United Special with host Jeremy Leeburn joined by club chairman Ruel Fox and first team manager Ian Brown to discuss their excellent season in which they not only finished runners-up in Ridgeons League Division One, but also picked up some silverware along the way, in the shape of the Suffolk Senior Cup.

Should Rams Fans Feel For Forest Failure? Wed 18th May 2011 14:07
After a season of disappointment - is it now fair to delight in our enemy’s demise? Is it right to dance on the grave of our arch rival who once again left the play-off race bloodied and bruised?

Norris is the latest transfer target Wed 18th May 2011 13:58
Simon Grayson is hoping to Ipswich Town midfield player David Norris, but so do Nottingham Forest and Hull City.

Town in Europe Exhibition Wed 18th May 2011 10:40
An exhibition which celebrates the Blues’ exploits in Europe opens at the Town Hall Galleries on Saturday. Ipswich Town in Europe marks the 30th anniversary of the club’s 1981 UEFA Cup triumph.

2010/11 Season Review - The Attack Wed 18th May 2011 09:37
A look at the forwards in today's fourth part of the season review.

Jaidi Staying ! This Means Departures ! Wed 18th May 2011 09:18
Rahdi Jaidi has signed a new deal but this could mean departures.

Cropper in US U20s Action Wed 18th May 2011 09:08
Academy keeper Cody Cropper was in the US U20 side which drew 3-3 with France in a friendly at the Stade Moulins in Carquefou yesterday.

Allen Full Of Praise For Swans Boss Rodgers Wed 18th May 2011 05:34
Joe Allen was singing highly the praises of Brendan Rodgers after the Swans secured their place at Wembley

Britton - This Will Be My Best Game Wed 18th May 2011 05:30
Leon Britton is totally living the dream as he starts preparations for the play off final

On Tuesday, 18th May 2010

Swans To Retire Besian's Number 40 Tue 18th May 2010 14:01
Swansea City have confirmed that they will retire the squad number of Besian Idrizaj

On Monday, 18th May 2009

Pesky in at Burton Mon 18th May 2009 22:04
Of all the possible managerial appointments I envisioned at Burton this summer, Paul Peschisolido getting the job was not what I had in mind.

QPR set Oxford date, Vialli latest name linked - evening news Mon 18th May 2009 19:59
After last summer’s proposed friendly between the sides was cancelled because of a wedding Oxford United and QPR will try again this July in preparation for the 2009/10 season.

The Most Crucial Week In Saints History Mon 18th May 2009 12:15
Make no mistake this is the most crucial week in Saints 124 year history

Anderson Nearing Swansea Return Mon 18th May 2009 11:46
Swansea City have had a six figure bid for Paul Anderson accepted by Liverpool.

Swans Announce Pike Passing Mon 18th May 2009 10:55
Swansea City have lost one of its most distinguished club servants, with the sombre news that Reg Pike has passed away.

LFW review of the season - part one Mon 18th May 2009 08:58
The first part of our comprehensive look back at the 2008/09 season as a QPR fan. QPR failed to score on 23 occasions but off the pitch things have been anything other than dull with two permanent managers and two spells under caretaker charge.

RamsWeek 20 - Dear Prudence Mon 18th May 2009 01:51
Whilst the footballing cliffhangers in the title, promotion and relegation issues unfolded elsewhere around the U.K., Derby County continued their squad and staff redevelopment activity.

On Sunday, 18th May 2008

RamsWeek 20 - Mr Pitiful Sun 18th May 2008 20:00
The season ended as it had progressed - in total disarray.

Match Report - Dale 2 Darlo 1 (Dale win on pens) Sun 18th May 2008 10:07
In case you didn't know, Dale are on their way to Wembley.

Derby County Defender Linked Again Sun 18th May 2008 09:54
Swansea City have been linked again with a move for Derby defender Darren Moore

On Thursday, 18th May 2006

BFTP - Reg Weston Thu 18th May 2006 00:00
Blast From The Past - Reg Weston

BFTP - Bill Whitehead Thu 18th May 2006 00:00
Blast From The Past - Bill Whitehead

My 3 Greatest Players Thu 18th May 2006 00:00
YOUR COLUMNS - My Three Greatest Players

On Wednesday, 18th May 2005

How Big A Step Wed 18th May 2005 00:00
How Big A Step Are We Taking?

On Tuesday, 18th May 2004

Europe? No Way Tue 18th May 2004 00:00
Europe? You're Having A Laugh

Swans Sign Fisken Tue 18th May 2004 00:00
Jackett Makes Fisken First Signing

On Sunday, 18th May 2003

Not The Same Any More Sun 18th May 2003 00:00
Things Ain't What They Used To Be

All The Right Names Sun 18th May 2003 00:00
All The Right Names In All The Right Places