Portsmouth’s Battle for Survival: Can They Hold On as the Drop Zone Closes In?

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Portsmouth’s late equalizer against Derby County on Saturday has put them in a relatively safe position with just four games left to play. With a strong record at Fratton Park, where they’ve lost only five of 21 home games, and upcoming away trips to teams with little to play for, Portsmouth are well-placed to secure enough points to avoid a tense final-day relegation battle. Despite being the only team in this mini-league without a win in their last three matches, they remain favorites to stay clear of the drop zone.

Race to the Finish: How Portsmouth, Oxford United, Hull City & Stoke City’s Final 4 Battles Could Decide Championship Fate

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As the season draws to a close, Oxford United and Stoke City are among the teams looking to escape the looming threat of relegation. Oxford, currently 17th with 48 points, has gained crucial momentum with three wins in their last five matches, putting them six points clear of the bottom three. Their upcoming Easter fixtures give them a chance to secure survival, with a pivotal clash against Cardiff City on Easter Monday. A win in that match could put them nine points ahead of Cardiff, virtually guaranteeing their safety.

Stoke City, sitting just one place below Oxford in 18th with 47 points, breathed a sigh of relief after a late win over Cardiff. With a five-point gap above the relegation zone, they now face a challenging set of fixtures, including tough away games against Leeds United and Sheffield United. The team will need to pick up points from their upcoming matches, with their best-case scenario being that teams currently in the bottom three fail to make up ground, allowing Stoke to breathe easier as they head into their final stretch.

Can Regis Le Bris Crack the Code? Bristol City Boss Faces Tactical Test Against Liam Manning in High-Stakes Sunderland Rematch

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Sunderland head to Ashton Gate with their play-off spot secured, but questions still linger over their attacking form. Despite dominating possession in the reverse fixture against Bristol City, Regis Le Bris’ side struggled to break through until a last-gasp equaliser from Patrick Roberts salvaged a point. Now, with just two goals in their last five games and a continued lack of cutting edge in the final third, Le Bris faces mounting pressure to find a tactical solution—especially against a Robins side still fighting tooth and nail for a top-six finish.

Clash of Rivals: What Happened Last Time Geelong Faced Hawthorn?

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Geelong made a statement in their most recent clash with Hawthorn at GMHBA Stadium, dominating from start to finish in a powerful 51-point win. Celebrating his 200th game, Gary Rohan got the Cats off to a flying start, while Sam De Koning controlled the ruck with authority. Jeremy Cameron starred with four goals and 19 disposals, earning maximum Brownlow votes as the Cats outclassed the resurgent Hawks across every major stat line.

Sheffield Wednesday Plot Sensational Transfer Raid — Leeds Wonderkid Among Five Shock Signings in the Works

April 15, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Despite ongoing turmoil behind the scenes, Sheffield Wednesday are laying the groundwork for a brighter future by trialing five emerging talents from across the EFL. As financial uncertainty continues under owner Dejphon Chansiri — who recently confirmed there have been no formal takeover offers — the club is shifting focus to youth development. With manager Danny Rohl attracting interest from top clubs, the potential addition of promising players like Leeds United’s 17-year-old Owen Grainger and others from Burnley, Preston, and Leicester signals a strategic pivot. In a season filled with off-field challenges, this youth-driven initiative offers a rare glimmer of long-term hope.

Exclusive: Ex-Sunderland and Leeds United Boss Makes Stunning South Asia Switch — New Role Sparks Fresh Ambitions

April 15, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Simon Grayson’s latest managerial chapter has taken him far from the familiar stadiums of England to the foothills of the Himalayas, where he’s now leading Nepal Super League champions Lalitpur City. At 55, and with over four decades of football experience under his belt, the former Sunderland, Leeds United, and Bradford City boss continues to chase fresh challenges—this time in a country where football is still carving out its identity.

“This wasn’t something I ever imagined,” Grayson admits. “But the idea of stepping out of my comfort zone, even if just for a couple of months, really appealed to me.” His team, made up largely of local players with a few international reinforcements, has shown real promise—remaining unbeaten and level on points at the top of the table. But for Grayson, it’s not just about results. “If I can help even one player or staff member improve by ten percent, then it’s worth it. And if I come out of this thirty or forty percent better, even more so.”

From nightly games across the road from his hotel to conversations with Reading fans in Kathmandu, Grayson’s time in Nepal has been anything but ordinary. Yet, it’s this very unpredictability that has reignited his love for the game.