On Friday, 12th May 2023

Big Jim confirmed as permanent manager Fri 12th May 2023 16:10
Jim McNulty has been confirmed as the permanent manager of Rochdale AFC on a two year deal following an interim spell in charge.

A case for Jim Fri 12th May 2023 15:40
So, if Friday's rumours are to be believed, Jim McNulty is set to be hired as Rochdale manager. Fold the club and start again, this is apparently a catastrophic hire the proportions of which will never be seen again at Spotland again. If some quarters of Twitter and the messageboard are to be believed, we've just signed on the dotted line for relegation to the National League North.

Steven Gerrard Emerges As Favourite For Southampton Job Fri 12th May 2023 10:17
Steven Gerrard has suddenly jumped to the top of the favourites list to be the next Saints manager according to the bookies, although they are not ruling out Ruben Selles for the job as he is still up there in the list.

Southampton V Fulham The Preview Fri 12th May 2023 09:42
Saints survived last weekend without being relegated, but defeat against Fulham would all but confirm relegation regardless of results elsewhere, even a rare home victory could still see us relegated on all but goal difference.

On Thursday, 12th May 2022

A bad case of dÃ©jÃ vu, as another red card leaves Leeds on the brink Thu 12th May 2022 22:25
For the second time in four days an early goal and a red card left Leeds chasing the game against London opposition, and this time it was Chelsea’s turn to boost their Champions League hopes at our expense.

The view from the Pu — April/May Thu 12th May 2022 16:48
For the final time this season Steve Hardy sucks his teeth and reviews the previous month, in this case the period of time when QPR's season finally fell apart once and for all.

On This Day 1984 ! Saints Concede League Title To Liverpool On Final Weekend. Thu 12th May 2022 16:31
It is hard to believe it, but on this day 38 years ago Saints went into the final weekend of the League season knowing that if Liverpool lost they could sneak up and win the title.

CCF Rebooted 28: Nathan Eccleston Thu 12th May 2022 15:29
Chaff has told me I have to make sure I'm writing stuff for the site all summer so I'm sorry to announce that the CCF series is back, but unfortunately we're still stuck in the mire of the Steve Eyre era as we remember Nathan Eccleston.

Southampton Eyeing Bargain Buy Goalkeeper Thu 12th May 2022 14:23
Saints are said to be eyeing a bargain buy International goalkeeper in the summer according to Italian media sources, find out who they are being linked with and the lowdown on the player himself here.

Rodgers quotes regards Swansea City and the club that made him Thu 12th May 2022 11:10
It’s a well trodden path for some, but when you look at todays content makers on YouTube and beyond, it’s potentially something they as the new generation of swans fans would look back on with pride, but nothing more. The expectation of premier league football every season became the norm, and the new and younger fans knew nothing else.

On Wednesday, 12th May 2021

Ridsdale and I Part 9- The intimidating Elland Road atmosphere Wed 12th May 2021 21:39
The tale of my early years watching Leeds United has now reached the start of the promotion season, and the first Saturday home game against Blackburn Rovers. But the day didn’t work out how I’d planned, even though Chris Fairclough popped up with a late equaliser.

Southampton Confirm That Ryan Bertrand Will Leave St Mary's At The End Of The Season Wed 12th May 2021 14:23
As disclosed earlier today on this website, talks between Saints and Ryan Bertrand have reached a conclusion with no agreement being reached and subsequently the defender will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the season.

Angel Rangel - Patreon Wed 12th May 2021 10:54
Our latest Patreon interview is with recently retired QPR full back and Swansea legend Angel Rangel, looking back over his unique start to life in the professional game, why QPR and Swansea sides promoted at the same time went in such different directions, and his optimism for Rangers' future.

Ryan Bertrand Turns Down Southampton Contract Offer Wed 12th May 2021 09:07
According to media reports Ryan Bertrand's representatives has informed the club that with negotiations stalled on a new deal he will now leave the club at the end of the season after 7 years at the club.

An hour with the gaffer - Podcast Wed 12th May 2021 08:29
The penultimate Open All R's Podcast of the new season features an hour of Mark Warburton answering supporters' questions on the season just gone.

On Tuesday, 12th May 2020

Strict Conditions For Training To Resume Next Week Tue 12th May 2020 21:03
When Premier League clubs get their squads back together at the training grounds next week, there will be unprecedented precautions in place and a date has been set for the season to potentially resume read on for more details.

On This Day In History - 12th May 1984 The Day We Lost The League Title Tue 12th May 2020 13:33
The final Saturday of the Division One season for 1983/84 started with Saints travelling to Birmingham City still in with a chance of winning the title, the only day in our history we can actually say that.

Saints Join Chase For Barcelona Central Defender Tue 12th May 2020 12:58
Saints along with Everton and Watford are reported to be this year off to sunny Spain to sign a centre back from World giants Barcelona.

On Sunday, 12th May 2019

Southampton 1 - 1 Huddersfield Town - Player Ratings and Reports Sun 12th May 2019 18:09
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and a mini match report.

Sunderland hold narrowest advantage - but Pompey boss remains calm Sun 12th May 2019 15:29
It's not a disaster. That's Kenny Jackett's verdict on Pompey's 1-0 play-off semi-final first-leg defeat to Sunderland.

Leeds take a big stride towards play-off final Sun 12th May 2019 10:29
Sky are doing their best to label this game as ‘controversial’, but Leeds were well worth their victory over Derby County in the away leg of the play-off semi-final.

Saints V Huddersfield The Preview Sun 12th May 2019 10:03
It's the last game of the season and it is a happy ending for Saints, they will be hoping to finish on a high and leave the fans looking forward to a better season next year after two of struggle.

Cedric On Way Back To Old Club After Inter Milan Deception Sun 12th May 2019 09:46
Cedric Soares and Saints were conned somewhat by Inter Milan's intentions when they took the player to Italy, but there could be hope yet for a happy ending to the tale.

On Saturday, 12th May 2018

Saints V Manchester City The Preview Sat 12th May 2018 13:00
It's not over till it's over, although Swansea need an unlikely 10 goal turnaround, Saints fans will sweat till the final whistle.

The Ugly Inside TV ! Saints V Man City Preview Sat 12th May 2018 09:49
Freddie and Clive take a look at the final game of the season, one that still has a lot riding on it till the final whistle is blown.

On Friday, 12th May 2017

Two in Northern Ireland call up Fri 12th May 2017 19:03
Callum Camps and Matty Lund have been called up for a week long Northern Ireland training camp ahead of two matches including a World Cup qualifier.

The Ugly Inside TV ! Middlesbrough Previews Fri 12th May 2017 12:56
The latest videos are up on TUI TV, see what we have to say and see what our friends at Boro TV channel Red Army.TV have to say.

Claude Puel ! The Case For ! The Case Against ! Fri 12th May 2017 12:32
If you read social media then you would believe that Claude Puel is the most hated Southampton manager since Ian Branfoot, but is this mob mentality or has Puel done a good job under the circumstances, here we look at both sides of the story.

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On Thursday, 12th May 2016

Pompey 2 Plymouth 2: Blues can have plenty of Home Park hope Thu 12th May 2016 23:49
It started so well, it went so badly wrong, it finished so encouragingly.

Portsmouth 2-2 Plymouth Argyle - Player Ratings and Reports Thu 12th May 2016 22:36
If you saw the match, please give us your player ratings and mini match reports.

Bill's Take: Rams Will Get Over Hull & Find Brighton On The Other Side Thu 12th May 2016 15:40
The Rams’ hot and cold season has finally wound down to the end point which has seemed likely for quite some time; a fifth place finish in the Championship, with home and away finals against fourth placed Hull City.

Can Bournemouth Do Saints A Favour At Old Trafford ? Thu 12th May 2016 13:37
On Sunday firstly Saints have to win their game and guarantee 7th place, then they can look to results elsewhere, but could our near neighbours AFC Bournemouth do us a massive favour up at Old Trafford.

The Ugly Inside Video Channel ! Crystal Palace Preview With The Eagles Beak ! Thu 12th May 2016 12:14
Freddie once again seeks out the opposition view and this time it's Jay from the Eagles Beak who will give us the run down on his team.

Prediction League 2015-16 Thu 12th May 2016 08:00
The scores are in and the final Prediction League table has been updated. And the winner is......

On Tuesday, 12th May 2015

Cook's arrival gives out all the right Pompey signals Tue 12th May 2015 23:03
Pompey have signalled a statement of intent by securing the arrival of Paul Cook as the club's new manager.

Time to hold your nose! Tue 12th May 2015 19:44
I write this article the morning after being rather curt with a fellow supporter about the future of our club, a tendency I’ve tried very hard to eschew in the last year or so. But it reminded me how bitterly divided we have become, and how little consensus there is about the way forward.

WIN TICKETS TO SOUTHAMPTON VS ASTON VILLA WITH THE CARLSBERG FAN SQUAD Tue 12th May 2015 18:23
The Carlsberg Fan Squad has teamed up with the Ugly Inside to offer one lucky reader a pair of tickets to the Southampton vs Villa game on 16th May

Jay Rodriguez Signs New Saints Deal Tue 12th May 2015 15:42
The recent trend of Saints best players leaving the club once a big chequer is waved at them has been stopped with the news that Jay Rodriguez has put pen to paper.

Bad eggs and even worse defence — knee jerks Tue 12th May 2015 15:20
Antti Heinola provides his usual talking points from the weekend's thrashing by Man City, including the declining form of Yun Suk-Young and Joey Barton's pre-match finger pointing.

Saturday Is Saints Cup Final Tue 12th May 2015 10:45
Make no bones about it Saturday's game against Aston Villa is a make or break game and as such is a cup final.

Pearson in place as Cook pens new-deal Tue 12th May 2015 06:56
Leeds confirmed that Lewis Cook will stay at Elland Road and there was also the return of a familiar-face with another one rumoured to be round the corner.

On Monday, 12th May 2014

Webster wanted - but what about 'Premier League' pair? Mon 12th May 2014 21:29
Adam Webster is set to be part of Andy Awford's Pompey plans next season - but it's less clear whether he sees Daniel Alfei and Michael Drennan.

Hart & Milner Are Off To Brazil Mon 12th May 2014 20:23
Joe Hart and James Milner have received confirmation today that they will be on their way to Brazil this summer after being picked for Roy Hodgson's England squad for the World Cup finals.

Richards On Future Mon 12th May 2014 20:05
Right Back Micah Richards may well have played his last game for Man City with a host of clubs interested in signing the 25 year old.

Wynter Interested In Returning Mon 12th May 2014 18:01
Crystal Palace loanee Alex Wynter has indicated that he would be happy to return to the U's if the opportunity arose.

Lambert heads to the World Cup Mon 12th May 2014 17:56
Former Dale striker Rickie Lambert has been called up to the England squad for this Summer's World Cup in Brazil.

Stats 2013-14: home attendances Mon 12th May 2014 17:48
Having dealt with the away supporters at Spotland, we look at how many Dale fans were at each game at Spotland this season.

We Are Southampton We're Off To Brazil ! Mon 12th May 2014 14:31
As expected Saints three fit England Internationals are off to the World Cup Finals in Brazil although we should spare a thought for Jay Rodriguez who would surely have made it four.

Victory Parade Mon 12th May 2014 14:07
City have confirmed that they will celebrate their Premier League title with an open top bus parade through the city this afternoon.

Hughes Heading To Wembley? - I Ram! Mon 12th May 2014 13:30
When Craig Bryson was ruled out through injury, Rams fans could have been forgiven for a momentary heart flutter, but it turned out that the he who replaced him, produced a moment of brilliance that paved the way to Wembley for Derby.

Shaw Set For Brazil As Cole Announces His Retirement From International Football Mon 12th May 2014 09:31
Ashley Cole has a reputation as a selfish player and even as he is discarded from the England set up, it all has to be about him as he announces his retirement before the squad is announced.

"The Best Team Won":Nasri Mon 12th May 2014 09:31
Samir Nasri proudly proclaimed "The best team won" as City lifted The Premier League title for the second time in three years. The French midfield star was man of the match and scored a brilliant opening goal to send the Blues on their way.

We Did It!! Mon 12th May 2014 09:23
City calmly overpowered West Ham United 2-0 to secure their second Premier League title in three seasons in a party atmosphere at the Etihad Stadium yesterday. City avoided any last-minute twists in a season when the lead at the top changed hands 24 times.

Saints V Manchester United The Verdict Mon 12th May 2014 09:21
Saints season petered out into a tame ending against Manchester United on Sunday but we would have all willingly taken this eight months ago.

Leiston Friendly Announced Mon 12th May 2014 09:20
The U's will travel to Leiston for a pre-season friendly on Saturday 19th July (kick-off 3pm).

Wembey awaits winner of Wigan one-off - preview Mon 12th May 2014 00:55
QPR and Wigan are both just 90 minutes away from Wembley as they prepare to meet for the second leg of their Championship play-off semi-final at Loftus Road on Monday.

On Sunday, 12th May 2013

Trundle In Bristol City Link.... Sun 12th May 2013 11:43
You may think it a strange headline but as another season of Premier League action comes to a close the headline writers are out there rehashing old stories with a classic twist of 'xxx website understands'. It's silly season time

One Point From Safety ! Sun 12th May 2013 09:22
Saints are effictively one point away from safety after Aston Villa's defeat at home to Chelsea on Saturday lunchtime.

On Saturday, 12th May 2012

QPR’s season all comes down to final day of ‘savage amusement’ — preview Sat 12th May 2012 12:09
Those of us who prayed only for QPR to still be in with a shout of staying up come the end of the season have their wish. Sadly that final day fixture at Manchester City has a look of the impossible about it.

Man City v QPR, Stoke v Bolton Betting Preview Sat 12th May 2012 12:07
The boys are back for the final time this season with an assessment of a gut wrenching weekend at the bottom of the Premiership, and some tips for elsewhere in the weekend sporting calendar.

HALL RIGHT NOW: The business of saving Pompey has no magic wand... Sat 12th May 2012 10:23
There are a few reasons to want a football club, but only one good one. You might want glory, you might want fame. Maybe you want to raise the profile of another business or even country.

Vorm Looking To Stay At Swansea Sat 12th May 2012 06:54
Michel Vorm looks like he is planning to stay at Swansea as he enters the best years of his career

Williams - We Come Together And Get On With It Sat 12th May 2012 06:46
Ashley WIlliams will line up in the last game of the season tomorrow saying that the lack of egos in the Swans dressing room is a big reason behind their success this season

Brendan - Sunday Promises To Be A Great Day Sat 12th May 2012 05:49
Brendan Rodgers was looking forward to the last game of the season as Swansea prepare to bring down the curtain on their first Premier League season

Lavery Joining Sheffield Wednesday Sat 12th May 2012 00:07
Former Blues youngster Caolan Lavery is joining newly-promoted Championship side Sheffield Wednesday. The 19-year-old Northern Ireland U21 international had been without a club since turning down a short-term contract with Town at the end of his extended Academy scholarship in October.

On Thursday, 12th May 2011

Old Boy Lowe Set to Join Staff Thu 12th May 2011 22:56
Former Blues striker David Lowe is set to join Paul Jewell’s coaching staff. Lowe, a player at Portman Road between 1988 and 1992, is currently the first team coach at League One Tranmere Rovers.

REPORT: Nottingham Forest 0 Swansea City 0 Thu 12th May 2011 21:00
Swansea City produced an immense performance with just 10 men to come away with a slight advantage in their play off semi final

Hodgson Confirms McAuley Interest Thu 12th May 2011 16:59
West Brom manager Roy Hodgson has confirmed his interest in departing Town central defender Gareth McAuley and Manchester United goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak. On Monday, the Northern Irishman told Blues boss Paul Jewell that he would be moving on when his contract is up at the end of June, with the Hawthorns understood to be his destination.

Todd Backs The Swans - Now You Can Back Todd Thu 12th May 2011 14:56
Former Swansea defender Chris Todd has backed his former team to make it to Wembley in the play offs

Kilkenny heads for the exit Thu 12th May 2011 14:04
As the Neil Kilkenny saga rumbles on, Ken Bates has now said that he doesn’t expect the gobby Aussie to be a Leeds player next season, while the club have also transfer listed two other players who are surplus to requirements.

Lee-Barrett Signs Deal Thu 12th May 2011 12:45
Keeper Arran Lee-Barrett put pen to paper on his new two-year contract this morning, having agreed an offer with the Blues last week. The former academy schoolboy returned to his hometown club as a replacement for the retiring Shane Supple in August 2009.

Porter Collects Bags - Which Rams Will Checkout Next? Thu 12th May 2011 12:32
Well its official – Chris Porter’s Derby County career is over. After recovering from a long term injury he burst back onto the scene with goals but they dried up fast and with them any chance of earning a contract renewal.

Town Check Out Mann in Daggers Action Thu 12th May 2011 11:45
TWTD understands that Town sent a scout to watch Brantham Athletic striker Ollie Mann in action in a friendly for Dagenham and Redbridge’s reserves yesterday. Leyton Orient and a number of other clubs were also represented.

2010/11 Season Review - The Goalkeepers Thu 12th May 2011 09:50
The first in an objective look at the season assesses the goalkeepers.

Osman: One or Two Lined Up for Next Year Thu 12th May 2011 00:00
Town U18s coach Russell Osman says he expects to see a couple of academy players progress into Paul Jewell’s first team next season. Already 17-year-old left-back Joe Whight has been on the bench on three occasions, having been offered a two-year professional deal.

On Tuesday, 12th May 2009

Rowlands on his recovery Ã¢â‚¬“ evening news Tue 12th May 2009 22:04
Captain Martin Rowlands has refused to set a specific date for his comeback from a knee injury suffered in January but says he hopes to be back leading the side around the start of the 2009/10 season.

Big Guns to give Dale boost Tue 12th May 2009 20:03
Two of the Football League's big guns could be adding to the Dale coffers because of their promotion to the top flight.

Time For Complete Change Tue 12th May 2009 10:18
Over the past few weeks I have come to one conclusion.

The Bigger Picture Tue 12th May 2009 10:17
Was administration the cure for all our ills ?

OMS: Brighton 1 Swansea City 2 Tue 12th May 2009 08:00
Planet Swans continues its look back on one magical season as the Swans win their second game of the season - away at Brighton

Swans Look To Break The £1m Barrier For Jordi Tue 12th May 2009 07:10
The Evening Post is reporting that Swansea could be prepared to break the £1m barrier to land Jordi Gomez from Espanyol

On Monday, 12th May 2008

Leeds v. Carlilse - Your Report Mon 12th May 2008 22:14
A very disapointing night for Leeds against Carlisle United, but how was it for you?

Leeds v. Carlisle - Rate the Players Mon 12th May 2008 22:08

A dreadful result for Leeds in the first leg against Carlisle United, but who played better than the rest?

All Change On Wednesday ? Mon 12th May 2008 22:05
It looks like the removal men will be in on Wednesday.

Monday Musings - PJ, are you man enough to do what is needed? Mon 12th May 2008 15:33
Any forlorn hopes that some of the players will actually produce a fighting performance must have evaporated within a few minutes.

Rams 0-4 Reading - Match report Mon 12th May 2008 01:25
Disgraceful.

On Friday, 12th May 2006

Crowd Comp Results Fri 12th May 2006 00:00
Guess The Crowd Results - Brentford

One To Watch - Brentford Fri 12th May 2006 00:00
One To Watch - Brentford

On Thursday, 12th May 2005

Various Pictures Thu 12th May 2005 00:00
Pictures From The Vetch, White Rock And Other!

Wrexham Programme Thu 12th May 2005 00:00
In The Programme - Wrexham

Wrexham Pictures Thu 12th May 2005 00:00
Swansea 2 Wrexham 1 - Match Pictures

Swansea 2 Wrexham 1 Thu 12th May 2005 00:00
Robinson Seals Swans Cup Glory

On Wednesday, 12th May 2004

Hayley's Comment Wed 12th May 2004 00:00
Once Every 75 Years It's Here I'ts Hayleys Comment

Was Jackett Right? Wed 12th May 2004 00:00
Was Jackett Right In Who He Let Go?

Earning The Tag..... Wed 12th May 2004 00:00
Very Few Players Ever Earn The Tag.........

On Monday, 12th May 2003

Hull Pics - Page IV Mon 12th May 2003 00:00
Swansea 4 Hull 2 - Match Pictures Page 4

On Sunday, 12th May 2002

Derby Day Sun 12th May 2002 00:00
It's Derby Day Again (Almost)