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"I just need a chance": Forgotten Bolton Wanderers man issues playing plea after long injury recovery News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - Bolton Wanderers need goals and with Victor Adeboyejo returning from injury, he believes he can be the man to deliver.

Bolton Wanderers are in desperate need of a goal scorer. Victor Adeboyejo, who hasn’t played since February with an ACL injury, states he is ready and waiting for his chance.

#BWFC #EFL

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Port Vale set to name 50-year-old boss as Darren Moore's replacement News: The72 - Football League News Port Vale look set to end their managerless stint, with former Northampton Town boss Jon Brady to be appointed.

Port Vale look to end their short-managerless stint by appointing former Northampton Town boss, Jon Brady.

#PVFC #EFL

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How Ruben Amorim’s reign of error leaves Man Utd with a damning conclusion Amorim’s reign has been brutally ended by Man United after a disastrous spell that included a loss to Grimsby and being held by a Wolves side with just two points at the time

Farewell to Ruben Amorim. Overhyped and overpromoted, he took Manchester United to historic lows and was arguably their worst manager since the 1930s. But he did like 3-4-3. On a reign of error:

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Big price tag set as Blackburn Rovers make seven-figure move for new forward News: The72 - Football League News Reyes Cleary is a firm target for Blackburn Rovers, but they will have to cough up a hefty fee to land his services.

Barnsley have set their price tag for Reyes Cleary, with the likes of Blackburn Rovers looking to make a move.

#Rovers #BarnsleyFC #EFL

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"Time is running out": Leicester City vs West Brom predictions News: The72 - Football League News LCFC v WBA - The72's writers give their Leicester City vs West Brom predictions ahead of the Championship clash on Monday.

Leicester City host WBA with both managers under pressure to deliver a significant change in results.

Here’s my prediction for the game.

#LCFC #WBA #EFL

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Bolton Wanderers should look at January transfer swoop for out-of-favour Championship striker: Opinion News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - Bolton Wanderers could look to strengthen up top in January, with out-of-favour Wrexham striker Ryan Hardie being an ideal fit.

Ryan Hardie hasn’t been able to make an impact at Wrexham as of yet.

Could a drop back to League One with his ties to Steven Schumacher be viable in January?

#WxmAFC #BWFC #EFL

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"Don't listen": Blackburn Rovers captain slams absence speculation with public message News: The72 - Football League News Blackburn Rovers captain Todd Cantwell has slammed conspiracy theories and stated his injury is much more complicated than first thought.

Todd Cantwell hasn’t played since October, leading to many speculating his absence isn’t down to injury.

The player took to Instagram to shut down those rumours.

#Rovers #EFL

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"Disappointing": Marti Cifuentes on disaster debut as Leicester City's defensive shortage worsens News: The72 - Football League News LCFC - Bade Aluko saw red on a tough Leicester City debut, but he retains the support of manager Marti Cifuentes.

Youngster Bade Aluko was handed a first start for Leicester City last night, but lasted just 33 minutes.

The Foxes went on to lose 3-0, with no sign of their defensive shortcomings easing.

#LCFC #EFL

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"That's me being optimistic": When Carlton Morris could return as Derby County boss confirms injury worries News: The72 - Football League News DCFC - John Eustace says Derby County striker Carlton Morris will miss at least two to three months, but may not miss the entire season.

Derby County beat Swansea City 2-1 last night but John Eustace delivered his verdict on the injured Carlton Morris, whilst trying to remain positive.

#DCFC #EFL

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"It is different this year": Bolton Wanderers star believes the time is now in fourth promotion bid News: The72 - Football League News Bolton Wanderers have come up short in their hunt for promotion over the last four years. Eoin Toal believes this year could be different.

Eoin Toal has spoken about why he feels things might be different for Bolton Wanderers this season.

#BWFC #EFL

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Wrexham suffer injury blow with defender's six-week absence confirmed News: The72 - Football League News Wrexham have been dealt a blow as it has been confirmed that on-loan defender, Issa Kabore will now be out for six weeks.

Wrexham have had an upturn of form recently but can Phil Parkinson’s side continue without Issa Kabore?

#WxmAFC #EFL

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Update emerges on Adi Viveash's position at Middlesbrough News: The72 - Football League News Kim Hellberg is set to be appointed Middlesbrough boss but will keep interim coach Adi Viveash a the club as part of his staff.

Kim Hellberg is set to take the reigns at Middlesbrough; but it now appears that Adi Viveash will also remain at the Riverside.

#Boro #EFL

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Fit-again winger can be the final piece in Hull City's promotion push: Opinion News: The72 - Football League News HCAFC - Hull City's season has been better than most had hoped for but things could be about to get better with Mohamed Belloumi's return.

Hull City have had a great season so far.

Here’s why returning winger Mohamed Belloumi can be the x-factor that can help Hull’s promotion push.

#HCAFC #EFL

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Sheffield United hold talks over deal for former Leeds United favourite News: The72 - Football League News SUFC - Sheffield United are in talks with Patrick Bamford, in the hopes he can provide some much needed goals for the team.

Patrick Bamford is in talks to sign for Sheffield United, with hopes the former Leeds United striker can aid the Blades goal scoring woes.

#TwitterBlades #SUFC #EFL

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"Brilliant": Long-term Bolton Wanderers absentee set for long-awaited return vs Oldham Athletic News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - Everything is looking up for Bolton Wanderers right now, with defender Will Forrester set to return to the pitch on Tuesday night.

Bolton Wanderers are heading towards a full clean bill of health, with Will Forrester to return and play tonight.

#BWFC #EFL

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Update emerges on Sheffield United injury worries with Steel City derby around the corner News: The72 - Football League News SUFC - Sheffield United expect Ben Mee, Michael Cooper and Gus Hamer all to be fit for the derby game with Sheffield Wednesday.

Sheffield United are in desperate need of a spark this season.

Chris Wilder expects Ben Mee and Michael Cooper to be fit for the Sheffield Wednesday game alongside Gus Hamer expected to be available.

#SUFC #TwitterBlades #EFL

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Osei-Tutu starts: Bolton Wanderers team news and predicted XI to face Port Vale News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - The latest Bolton Wanderers team news and prediction XI as Steven Schumacher's side prepare to host Port Vale in League One.

Here’s all your team news and a predicted XI as Bolton host Port Vale tomorrow.

#BWFC #EFL

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"I don't see that changing": Key Bolton Wanderers figure offers huge encouragement over future of star player News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - Amario Cozier-Duberry has starred for Bolton Wanderers, prompting concerns of a winter recall back to Brighton & Hove Albion.

Amario Cozier-Duberry has been outstanding for Bolton Wanderers so far this season.

Sporting Director Fergal Harkin has belief he won’t be recalled in January.

#BWFC #EFL

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Returning Bolton Wanderers midfielder could resolve Schumacher dilemma and star in promotion run: Opinion News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - Kyle Dempsey's return to full fitness could be the answer to Bolton Wanderers conundrum in attacking midfield.

Kyle Dempsey played his second game this season as he returns from injury.

Here's why I think he can fill the CAM role and make a difference for Bolton this season.

#BWFC #EFL

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"If we want to be promoted": Imran Louza backs Watford to overcome long-term issue after Javi Gracia impact News: The72 - Football League News Watford midfielder Imran Louza believes the rejuvenated side can end their terrible away form in the coming matches.

Watford have picked up form after the return of Javi Gracia.

Imran Louza believe the Hornets can get their first away win tomorrow night at Ipswich Town.

#WatfordFC #EFL

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Southampton star out for 'significant' period as injury woes deepen ahead of Preston test News: The72 - Football League News Things get tougher and tougher for Southampton, with Shea Charles one of several player cast to the sidelines through injury.

Things aren't getting any easier for Will Still and Southampton, with Shea Charles expected to be out for a significant period of time.

#SaintsFC #EFL

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Ciaran Kelly: Bradford City Defender After More Games Bradford City defender Ciaran Kelly hopes to get more chances in the team after playing every minute of the Bantams last two games.

Bradford City are having a great season so far, meaning it’s hard for those on the outside to break into the team.

Ciaran Kelly has started the last two games, and is hoping to keep his place.

#BCAFC #EFL

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Tom Cleverley: Plymouth Argyle Back Head Coach Despite Form Plymouth Argyle have backed boss Tom Cleverley despite the team's form, stating he is the right man to lead the club forward and up the table.

Things aren’t going well for Plymouth Argyle, with the side sitting in the relegation zone.

Despite this the club have backed Tom Cleverley, saying he is the right man for the job.

#PAFC #EFL

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"A credit to him": Northampton Town favourite earns Kevin Nolan praise after playing through the pain twice News: The72 - Football League News Northampton Town boss Kevin Nolan has praised midfielder Cameron McGeehan, who played two games with fractured ribs.

Kevin Nolan was full of praise for Cameron McGeehan, who played 90 minutes at the weekend with two fractured ribs.

#ShoeArmy #EFL

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"Unbelievable": Steven Schumacher heaps praise on Bolton Wanderers man amid long-awaited return News: The72 - Football League News BWFC - Jordi Osei-Tutu is back from injury, and it hasn't taken the Bolton Wanderers man long to earn praise from Steven Schumacher.

Steven Schumacher was full of praise for Jordi Osei-Tutu, who has started the last two games since returning from injury.

#BWFC #EFL

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It’s 1995. Bolton are playing Wolves in the battle of the Wanderers, and (aptly) centre-back Jimmy Phillips wanders up from defence and finds himself in acres on the edge of the Wolves box.

When you can’t get the ball under control properly, just hit the panic button and launch an utter missile.

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Opinion: Which Ian Evatt Will Blackpool Get? Ian Evatt takes over as manager at his former club Blackpool. A divisive character, just which Evatt will the Tangerines get?

Ian Evatt returned to Blackpool as manager this week. The question is, which Evatt will they get?

From the opinion of someone who watched five years of his football.

#UTMP #EFL

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Season-ending blow confirmed as Millwall injury woes continue News: The72 - Football League News Millwall have been dealt an injury blow, with midfielder Massimo Luongo ruled out for the season with a torn ACL.

Millwall's injury woes have deepened with Massimo Luongo out for the season and Josh Coburn out for months, rather than weeks.

#Millwall #EFL

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"We've talked about it": Middlesbrough prepared for Hillsborough obscurity, says Rob Edwards News: The72 - Football League News Middlesbrough head to Sheffield Wednseday in their midweek fixture, boss Rob Edwards says his side are prepared for a different atmosphere.

Middlesbrough head to Hillsborough tonight, with boss Rob Edwards stating his side are prepared for the different challenge this game offers.

#Boro #EFL

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"I know my quality": Port Vale new boy ready to make his mark after Birmingham City exit News: The72 - Football League News PVFC - George Hall is ready to put his history of injuries behind him and make his mark at Port Vale this season.

George Hall has been the victim to many injuries in his career but the Por Vale midfielder now believes he fit and ready to make his mark at Vale Park.

#PVFC #EFL

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