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VERDICT: Good, bad and frustrating: U’s still searching for complete performance

2+ hour, 40+ min ago   (473+ words) COLCHESTER United’s frustrating draw with Crewe Alexandra seemed to epitomise their season so far. There were plenty of good things about their display – some excellent – but there were also flaws, including their inability to see out victory and produce a…...

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Gerrard delivers when it matters most in Loughborough

4+ hour, 39+ min ago   (462+ words) Merseyside’s Bella Gerrard was bursting with pride after landing a spot on the podium at a national school sports event to cap an unforgettable experience in the East Midlands. Gerrard, 14, who lives in Liverpool, featured at the School Games National…...

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Man Utd want to keep pushing – Michael Carrick knows tougher tests lie ahead

2+ day, 14+ hour ago   (539+ words) Michael Carrick enjoyed Manchester United’s perfect Champions League return against Sabah but is “pushing for more” with tougher tests around the corner. Thursday night saw Old Trafford host a first match in European football’s premier competition since December 2023 as the…...

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FLASH SALE: £5 subscription offer for Colchester United fans

3+ day, 4+ hour ago   (172+ words) THE Gazette’s latest flash sale is now open giving you full access to our Colchester United coverage for just £5. Subscribing for £5 will keep you covered for the next five months, taking you well into the first half of the 2026/27 League…...

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Andoni Iraola dismisses injury worries over Bradley Barcola

3+ day, 15+ hour ago   (494+ words) Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola played down injury worries over new signing Bradley Barcola after he was forced off in the 2-1 Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid. The France international impressed on his full debut for the club following his…...

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‘Just a winner’: Danny Cowley makes lofty comparison for Colchester new boy

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (410+ words) DANNY Cowley has compared Colchester United boy Jay Williams to one of the best recruits of his managerial career after hailing the deadline-day signing’s determination, competitiveness and winning mentality. Cowley said Williams reminded him of Michael Bostwick, whom he ranks…...

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Maldon & Tiptree FC announce they have new ownership

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (484+ words) MALDON & Tiptree have new owners. A consortium of local business people has invested in the club, with the stated aim of securing a sustainable long-term future for the Jammers. In a statement, the Jammers said the prospective new owners had…...

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Joe Willock grabs late goal as Newcastle edge past Millwall

4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (443+ words) Joe Willock’s late goal sent a relieved Newcastle into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup as the Premier League side scraped to a 1-0 victory at Sky Bet Championship outfit Millwall. Just before going ahead, the Magpies had been given a…...

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Unai Emery hails ‘big step forward’ after Aston Villa triumph at Club Brugge

4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (378+ words) Aston Villa boss Unai Emery says his side took “one big step forward” as they started their Champions League campaign with a 3-2 victory over Club Brugge. After drawing blanks in each of their opening three league matches of the season,…...

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Jack Tucker urges Colchester United to find a nastier edge after Swindon defeat

5+ day, 22+ hour ago   (637+ words) COLCHESTER United captain Jack Tucker says they cannot afford to become a “nice team” this season after their 3-1 defeat at Swindon Town. Tucker felt Colchester had shown they could match - and even better - their hosts during an excellent first-half display…...