Going into the south London derby at Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace had not beaten Charlton in the league since 1996. But it was the home side that made all the early running, forcing five corners in the opening five minutes and creating the only chances of a goal-less first half.
The best of these chances fell [...]

Far-out: Ferrie Bodde celebrates after his free-kick beats Preston’s keeper Photo: Getty Images

Goals from distance are causing major problems for Preston.Twice in successive games they have succumbed to long-range attempts.
Joey Gudjonsson delivered from 35 yards for Burnley on Saturday, then last night Swansea’s Ferrie Bodde retreated a further 10 yards before deceiving Preston goalkeeper Andy [...]

After a successful weekend in Singapore, Flavio Briatore will have been hoping to add to his Renault triumph with a win from his other sporting outfit, Queens Park Rangers. Although they did not lose, it was not the return to winning ways they had hoping for.
Rangers have been described as a club with real promotion [...]

Back in the game: Martin ‘Mad Dog’ Allen has made a return to football management Photo: Frank Coppi

At every club he has managed, from non-league Barnet to Championship club Leicester City, the eccentric manager has gone to unusual lengths to inspire his players – and keep them on their toes.
His training methods have included include [...]