IndIe Star takeS over hIStorIc SheffIeld club
The lead singer of indie band Reverend and the Makers has been appointed as the new chairman of Sheffield FC. Jon McClure, in partnership with performing arts company IAV Holdings Limited, has acquired a stake in the club, which currently competes in the ninth tier of English football. Their goal is to help the club progress through the nonleague system. They plan to relocate the club back to Sheffield from its current base in Derbyshire and have outlined several ambitions, including establishing a football academy, an eSports center, a national football
festival, a clothing brand, a visitor center, and even a TV show.
McClure expressed that he has always been interested in Sheffield FC, stating, “As a Sheffield native, I grew up with the idea that we invented football in this city.” He added, “It’s frustrating that this isn’t more widely celebrated.”
Founded in 1857, Sheffield FC is widely recognized as the world’s first football club. However, McClure noted, “Many people in the city still don’t know that. On a national and international level, people remain completely unaware.”
He revealed that he initially attempted to
purchase Sheffield FC back in 2018 with his manager, David Bianchi, founder of Various Artists Management. “We were quoted a price that seemed unreasonable at the time, so we walked away, thinking that was the end of it,” he said. Now, McClure and Bianchi have successfully arranged a deal to become partowners of the club, alongside a group of investors.
The club’s new board includes Andrew Ford and Alexis Krachai, joining McClure, Bianchi, existing owner Jeremy Levine, and his son Jack. Ford is a local businessman and the son of former Sheffield Wednesday
player David Ford, while Krachai is managing director of Counter Context, a Sheffield-based communications and public affairs firm.
This new ownership structure was announced less than two months after venture capital firm Yorkshire AI Labs reported having two bids to acquire Sheffield FC rejected.
McClure said he wanted to bring success for all teams at Sheffield FC, but he recognised “there’s a limit football-wiswe”, especially with the men.
“This is not Wrexham. I’m not Ryan Reynolds. Let’s get it clear, I’m in an indie band. I know my place in this world,” he said.
“I’ve taken a lot of advice
from football people. I’m not a football person, and I won’t be involved in football stuff.
“There’s a limit for Sheffield FC. It’s a nonleague club. This is not me talking now. This is Chris Wilder, Vill Powell and others.
“These are people who care about the club. They’re saying to me, it can’t ever compete with Wednesday or United. That’s not what it’s there to do.
“On the women’s side, I think there’s less of a ceiling. I think the women could be very successful, and we want to prioritise that, but it has to be done by engaging actual football people.”
REUNION BRINgS BACk THE SOUND THAT ELECTRIFIED ‘60S SHEFFIELD
Fans of classic soul, Motown and R&B will have the chance to relive the sounds of Sheffield’s legendary King Mojo when a special reunion night takes place on Friday 8 May at The Library in Sheffield.
DJs will be spinning the records that once filled the dancefloor at the famous Pitsmoor teenage club, recreating the atmosphere of the nights that helped make King Mojo one of the most talked-about venues in 1960s northern Britain.
Half the tickets for the event have already been sold. The reunion also forms
part of a wider heritage project marking the 60th anniversary of King Mojo.
The project received a £114,300 award from The National Lottery Heritage Fund for a two-year programme to capture memories, research archives and share the club’s legacy with new generations.
King Mojo opened in 1964 when Peter and Geoff Stringfellow transformed a former ballroom in Pitsmoor into a teenage club that quickly became a magnet for young music fans. For four years it hosted artists who would go on to become global stars, including Stevie
Wonder, Ike & Tina Turner, Jimi Hendrix, The Who and Small Faces.
The club became known for its electrifying atmosphere and for bringing together young people from across the region to dance to the latest sounds from America and Britain.
The first reunion night, held in autumn 2025, helped launch the heritage project and brought together former regulars who shared stories of the club’s extraordinary impact.
Project lead Neil Anderson said: “King Mojo was an iconic teenage club that caught
artists who would go on to become household names very early in their careers. Sheffield youngsters were dancing to music that would soon change the world. These reunion nights allow people to reconnect with that moment - but they also help us capture it properly. We’ll be recording memories on the night so the voices of those who experienced King Mojo first-hand become part of the historical record.”
Tickets for the reunion night are available at: www.kingmojo.org
11/3/1702 The Daily Courant, England’s first national daily newspaper is published for the first time.
12/3/1894 Coca-Cola is bottled and sold for the first time in Vicksburg, Mississippi, by local soda fountain operator Joseph Biedenharn.
13/3/1781 William Herschel discovers Uranus. 14/3/1939 Slovakia declares independence under German pressure.
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15/3/44BC Julius Caesar, Dictator of the Roman Republic, is stabbed to death by Marcus Junius Brutus, Gaius Cassius Longinus, Decimus Junius Brutus and several other Roman senators.
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I burnt my Hawaiian pizza last night. I should have put it on aloha setting.
I went to the zoo yesterday and saw a baguette in a cage. The zoo keeper told me it was bread in captivity.
As a kid I was made to walk the plank. We couldn’t afford a dog.
I went into a library and asked if they had any books about paranoia. The librarian said “They’re right behind you!”
I stopped a bloke in the street and said, “Can you help me? I’m looking for a rubbish tip.”
He replied, “Spain to win the World Cup.”
I need to re-home a dog. It’s a small terrier, and tends to bark a lot.
If you’re interested, let me know and I’ll jump over next door’s fence and get it for you.
The inventor of the throat lozenges has died today. They’ll be no coffin at his funeral.
Have you been hit with a rhythm stick? You may be entitled to personal Ian Dury compensation.
I found a wallet today, and as a good Christian I thought... ‘What would Jesus do?’
So I turned it into wine.
6.30pm is the best time on the clock, hands down. I used to work in a shoe recycling shop. It was sole destroying.
I bought my wife a rocket for her birthday. She’s over the moon!
My friend asked me how long I’d been chopping wood for. I told him I’d have to check my logs.
Demetria Gene Guynes is the birth name of which US actress?
2. Which Rolling Stones song begins: “Please allow me to introduce myself / I’m a man of wealth and taste.”
3. The Von Trapp family appear in which musical?
4. ‘Twelve is the new eleven.’ is the tagline for which 2000s Hollywood film?
5. Holly Johnson and Paul Rutherford fronted which 1980s pop group?
6. In the children’s nursery rhyme, how many men did the Grand Old Duke of York have?
7. Which Caribbean Island has a name which means ‘ancient’ in Spanish?
8. True or false: Before he became a professional boxer, Frank Bruno drove public buses in London
9. What is the name of the style of bed which feature a raisable mattress to expose storage space beneath?
10. Which US President was born in Honolulu, Hawaii in August 1961?
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Sheffield City Council confirms balanced budget for 2026/27
Sheffield City Council has approved a balanced budget for 2026/27, which responds to continued financial pressures while prioritising investment in essential services and protecting support for the city’s most vulnerable residents.
The budget includes an approved 4.99% Council Tax increase for 2026/27, 2.00% of this increase is dedicated to help with the cost of care for older people.
Following the Government’s Fair Funding Review and the first multiyear settlement in a decade, Sheffield will see its Core Spending Power increase by 8.3% in 2026/27. This includes Government funding, Council Tax and business rates, and will mean an additional £29.4 million to help meet rising demand and pressures, particularly in adult and children’s social care.
To achieve a balanced financial position, the Council will deliver £23.3 million in confirmed savings, through service efficiencies and the Future Sheffield transformation programme.
As the Council’s major transformation programme, Future Sheffield is reshaping how services operate across the organisation, improving digital capability, simplifying how residents access services and placing a stronger focus on early intervention and prevention. This approach will help ensure the Council can continue delivering highquality services for residents while responding to rising demand and financial pressures, improving the Council’s long-term financial sustainability.
The Council will also make targeted
investments to meet rising demand. Funding for the adult care will increase by £52.8million, reflecting higher care needs. A further £23.8million will support children’s services, including SEND and home to school transport. Residents, community organisations and local businesses helped shape the budget through the Council’s ‘Have Your Say’ consultation. More than 1,650 people responded, with a majority supporting the need to increase Council Tax to protect frontline services, alongside investment in children and young people, neighbourhoods and community infrastructure.
Sheffield City Council remains committed to delivering high quality services, investing in prevention and early help, and working with partners across the city to ensure a sustainable financial future.
Further details on the 2026/27 budget are available on the Council’s website.
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charity leaders recognised
energy crisis affects elderly schools refurbishment
THOUSANDS of Brits
have been rushed to hospital after being left to live in freezing homes – with new data pointing to the real culprit being sky high electricity prices that are leaving people vulnerable to a growing winter health threat.
NHS Trusts reported a 66% surge in admissions for pneumonia, a 45% increase in cases of hypothermia, and a 33% rise in incidents of excessive cold. People aged over 70 were hit hardest, recording the highest number of hospital admissions of any age group since 2020. Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recorded a 633% increase in admissions for exposure to cold. New figures reveal a disturbing trend in hospital admissions for hypothermia, pneumonia and extreme cold since the energy crisis began around four years ago.
The figures from 2022 to 2025 show a sharp spike across all categories, suggesting that soaring energy prices – triggered by the war in Ukraine - have had a significant impact on households in the UK. Now, with a new energy crisis unfolding in the Middle East, the trend could raise fears of higher cold-related hospital admissions.
The figures show 5,828 adult hospital admissions for cold-related conditions among people who reported they were not homeless, meaning they were living in homes they owned or rented.
In England, 4,701 were admitted for cold-related conditions from 2020 to 2025, in addition to 1,127 admissions in Scotland.
Aira analysed Freedom of Information responses from NHS Trusts, with 71 providing geographic data for the five-year period and nationwide data provided by NHS Digital and Public Health Scotland.
The crisis exposes how Britain’s electricity pricing system disproportionately charges households who rely on electric heating, with those on electric heaters being far more likely to be in fuel poverty than those using gas. New figures emerge as the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme is due to end in March 2026 and industry awaits the publication of the Future Homes Standard.
Pippa Heylings MP said:
“Households are still struggling with the cost of living and energy prices remain about a third higher than before Putin’s war in Ukraine. This is leaving too many families trapped in fuel poverty – living in Dickensian cold, damp homes. The Government must take urgent steps to bring down bills and boost living standards by fully funding and immediately removing the biggest green levy from people’s electricity bills, halving energy bills by 2035 by breaking the link between electricity and gas prices; and implementing an emergency Home Upgrade Programme. This will protect families from volatile fossil fuel costs and make homes cheaper to both keep warm in the winter and cool in summer.”
The Government provides guidance on maintaining a healthy home:
Keeping your home healthy
• Try to keep your home at around 18°C where possible, as this helps protect health, particularly for older people, children, and those with existing conditions.
• Heat as many rooms as you can, as unheated spaces can lead to damp and mould, which may worsen breathing problems and increase the risk of illness.
• Use thermal or lined curtains and close them at dusk to help keep warmth in and make the most of any heat gained during the day.
• Improve loft and wall insulation where possible, which can help keep heat in for longer and reduce energy costs over time.
• If you’re worried about keeping your home warm, contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau or council, who may be able to offer support such as a free indoor thermometer or advice on available help.
Madeleine Gabriel, Director of Sustainable Future at Nesta, said: “Nobody should be getting ill from living in a cold home because they can’t afford to turn up the thermostat. Fuel poverty remains the reality for many, including those on the lowest incomes with electric heating. Higher electricity bills disproportionately affect the poorest - to address this, the government will need to go further in cutting electricity costs.”
world book day highlights
The Birley Academy, part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, has brought the joy of reading to life with a week of activities to celebrate World Book Day and promote a lifelong love of books.
A highlight of the celebrations was a special visit to Crystal Peaks Library, where pupils were welcomed by library staff, given a tour of the facilities and supported to sign up for their own library cards. The visit ensures students can access a wide range of books and resources within their local community, encouraging reading beyond the classroom. Back at school, staff embraced the spirit of World Book Day by dressing as their favourite literary characters and sharing the books that have influenced their own reading journeys. Pupils took part in a World Book Day quiz, and discussions about new authors and genres, creating a vibrant, shared celebration of reading across the school. The activities form part of The Birley Academy’s wider commitment to embedding literacy across the curriculum.
Year 10 pupils play an important role in this approach by acting as reading mentors, supporting younger pupils to build confidence, improve fluency and develop a strong culture of peer support. This is complemented by dedicated form time reading sessions held twice a week, where pupils are read to be a member of staff and explore a wide range of texts to broaden students’ perspectives. These initiatives sit within the school’s wider Starling Vocabulary programme, which is being rolled out across a number of academies. The initiative strengthens pupils’ academic vocabulary, enabling them to access challenging texts, articulate their ideas with confidence and fully engage with their learning. This week’s celebrations highlight the Trust’s commitment to placing reading at the heart of the curriculum and recognising the powerful role literacy plays in unlocking opportunity and raising aspirations for every pupil.
Children with vision impairment were able to take part in this year’s World Book Day with books provided in audio and braille editions by the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB).
Lara Marshall, RNIB’s Library Services Manager, said: “For children with vision impairment reading opens up a world of imagination and information that’s vital in enriching their lives and developing their education. RNIB’s Library ensures children with vision impairment always have access to books in accessible formats such as braille and audio so they can delve into the stories they love and hear and feel them come to life. What better way to celebrate World Book Day than to recognise literature in all its forms – and the life-changing impact accessible formats can have for children –enabling them to access stories on a par with their sighted peers.”
The 2026 World Book Day books are atill available in braille and audio with help from RNIB. Call 0303 123 9999 or email helpline@rnib. org.uk.
Children with vision impairment have also been invited to a very special event in partnership with the British Library, World Book Day, Penguin Random House, The Roald Dahl Foundation and VICTA - a charity which supports children with vision impairments - set to take place at the British Library on March 15. Author Sibéal Pounder, one of this year’s World Book Day writers will be leading three sessions for children with vision impairment based on her Willy Wonka book, Chaos at the Chocolate Factory. Other events will follow later in the year. To access books throughout the year, readers of every age with a vision impairment or sight loss will find more than 52,000 books in accessible formats including audio and braille from the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). Visit the RNIB Library for audio or braille books at www. rniblibrary.com and RNIB Reading Services for digital downloads at readingservices.rnib. org.uk.
As children head back to the classroom after the half-term holidays, pupils at three Primary schools are discovering a new addition to their buildings thanks to grants from the Council’s Built for Change project. While the students were enjoying their time off, teams of workers have been installing the improvements at Lower Meadow Academy Primary School (a green, living, roof covering three classrooms – providing insulation from heat as well as absorbing rainwater and benefiting nature and biodiversity), Arbourthorne Community Primary School (rainwater harvesting system to reduce waterlogging in the grounds and allow for sustainable food growing), and Watercliffe Meadow Community Primary School (solar window film to reduce indoor temperatures and an outdoor classroom structure providing playground shade) with each school being given up to £21,200 from the Public Health Grant to pay for them.
Built for Change is a partnership programme, spearheaded by Sheffield City Council, with the aim of reducing health inequalities by supporting schools and colleges to adapt to the changing climate. The programme brings together partners from the private, public, third and academic sectors to bring funding into the city and show how working together can enable the city to
increase its resilience.
During the first year of the programme, Built for Change identified a wide range of educational settings where children are particularly vulnerable to extreme weather due to pupil and local demographics, building type and geography, with twelve including one nursery, ten schools and The Sheffield College, being selected for a first round of support.
As part of the programme, they have received:
• Bespoke support to develop climate action plans from Let’s Go Zero (funded externally by the Ashden Charity Group funders), assisted by Mott Macdonald (providing pro bono support as part of their involvement with the Sheffield Pride of Place Board)
• Grants of up to £21,200 per setting to fund physical climate adaptation interventions
Support to identify suitable interventions and providers and to commission interventions
Information and support to change behaviour and policy to support adaptation
• Funding and signposting for learning and enrichment opportunities
A wider network of schools is being supported through a series of webinars and resources.
Cllr Ben Miskell noted: “The programme is playing a vital role in helping these schools change and adapt”
Three team members from Candlelighters, the leading Yorkshirebased children’s cancer charity, have been named finalists in the prestigious Yorkshire Leadership Awards 2026. The awards recognise individuals who act as role models, empower their teams, and drive positive change across the region.
The charity has secured a remarkable “hat-trick” of nominations, highlighting the strength and depth of its leadership, as it continues its mission to support families facing childhood cancer. The shortlisted colleagues represent diverse areas of the charity’s operations, from executive strategy and mentorship to income generation.
CEO Emily Wragg is shortlisted for both Public and Third Sector Leader, and Company Leader. Since joining the leadership team, Emily has been instrumental in expanding the charity’s reach, including the opening of the Candlelighters Supportive Care Research Centre.
Chris Salt, Philanthropy Manager, is nominated for the Mentor award.
Chris is recognised for sharing his expertise within the sector and creating supportive communities to maximise the impact of not only Candlelighters, but also other worthy causes.
Head of Fundraising Tom Robertshaw is a finalist for Sales Leader, in the non-profit sector. This award recognises Tom’s exceptional leadership in driving the charity’s income and commercial relationships, ensuring vital funds are available for families in need.
Candlelighters is a Leeds-based charity that supports children with cancer and their
First established in 1865, Eric Eyre has personally looked after families in the local communities of Sheffield, Barnsley and Rotherham since 1955.
Operating from branches in High Green and Sheffield Lane Top we offer a bespoke funeral service upholding traditional values whilst progressing to cater for modern, personalised customer requirements.
A selection of the services we provide:
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families across the entire Yorkshire region. From the moment of diagnosis and for as long as needed, they provide lifetime support services, including family stays at the Candlelighters Cottage, well-being services at “The Square,” and investment in lifesaving research.
Emily Wragg commented: “I am incredibly humbled to be shortlisted alongside such inspiring leaders from across Yorkshire. ”
Chris Salt, Philanthropy Manager, said: “Being nominated as a Mentor is a real honour. At Candlelighters, we often say we are a ‘conduit’ for the generosity of our region..”
Tom Robertshaw, Head of Fundraising, added: “While ‘Sales Leader’ is a title often associated with the corporate world, in a charity context, it’s about the passion and persistence required to keep our services running..”
The finalists were selected by an independent judging panel.
As Candlelighters prepares for the event, the charity remains focused on its core mission: funding essential research and providing emotional, practical, and financial support for over 150 children diagnosed with cancer in Yorkshire each year. The winners will be announced at a gala ceremony on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the Royal Armouries in Leeds. Learn more about what Candlelighters do, and how you can make a difference for children. https://www. candlelighters.org.uk/ howyoucanhelp/
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Following two sold out and critically acclaimed West End seasons, John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers – The Play “the funniest show in town” (Daily Express) will embark on a major 11-month tour that calls in at the Lyceum Theatre in Sheffield from the 7th to the 11th of April. Tickets are on sale now from the Lyceum Box Office and FawltyTowersTour. co.uk.
This “as good as comedy gets” production (Sunday Times)
– which first opened in May 2024 to a host of rave reviews - is directed by originating West End director Caroline Jay Ranger, and stars Danny Bayne as Basil Fawlty, Mia Austen as Sybil, Hemi Yeroham reprising his role as Manuel, Joanne Clifton as Polly, Paul Nicholas reprising his role as The Major
50 years since Fawlty Towers was first broadcast on BBC Two on 19 September 1975, comedy legend John Cleese, who originally co-wrote the “greatest British sitcom of all time” (Radio Times) with Connie Booth, has chosen three of his favourite original TV episodes - ‘The Hotel Inspector’ and ‘The Germans’ from series one and ‘Communication Problems’ from series two - and adapted them into a two-hour play, complete with a new finale. Theatregoers across the country are in for a treat as this “comedy masterpiece makes a seamless transition to the stage” (The Arts Desk) to deliver “an indisputably funny evening” (Daily Telegraph), as “from the moment Basil walks on stage,
the audience start laughing” (Daily Mail) whilst watching “some of the best punchlines ever written” (London Theatre).
To quote Broadway World; “if you loved the original TV series, you will adore this show”.
Following a tip off that hotel inspectors may be visiting and eager to impress, Basil attempts to ingratiate himself with guests that he suspects are there to critique the establishment. The situation is further plagued by a party of Germans, the deaf and dotty guest-from-hell, Mrs Richards, whose infuriating complaints prevent him from hiding a gambling win from his ever vigilant and bossy wife, Sybil. Together they run their hotel with a little help from the unflappable Polly, and very little help at all from Manuel, the trainee waiter from Barcelona
THE ULTIMATE SMASH-HIT IRISH MUSIC SHOW IS BACK! Get ready for a night of laughter, love, music and mischief as One Night In Dublin returns with a brand-new show bursting with Irish charm. Meet Danny Muldoon, a whiskey-loving fisherman with the voice of an angel and his straight-talking wife Rosie. From the cobbled streets of Dublin to the cosy corners of Murphy’s Tavern, follow Danny as he dodges obstacles (including Rosie!) on his return home from sea in search of a pint and a grand night of craic with his friends.
Featuring renowned Irish singer Danny Muldoon (Seven Drunken Nights, Fairytale of New York, Paul Heaton’s ‘Small Boats’) and backed by a band of award-winning musicians – including live fiddle and accordion - One Night In Dublin delivers two hours of high-energy Irish music and feel-good fun. Covering all of your favourite sing-along Irish classics including Galway Girl, Tell Me Ma, The Irish Rover, Dirty Old Town, Whiskey In The Jar, The Wild Rover, Galway Shawl and with songs by The Pogues, The Saw Doctors, The Dubliners, The Fureys, Flogging Molly, Nathan Carter, and The Dropkick Murphys, to name just a few, One Night In Dublin is a must-see for anyone who loves Irish music.
who is the butt of Fawlty’s frustration.
Set in a fictional hotel in the seaside town of Torquay, only 12 half hour episodes of the original BBC comedy were ever made. Based on a real-life hotel owner, Donald Sinclair. John Cleese came up with the idea for the character Basil Fawlty when he stayed at Sinclair’s Gleneagles Hotel in Torquay and became fascinated with his incredibly rude behaviour.
The iconic TV show won many awards and plaudits including two BAFTAS for Best Situation Comedy and in 2000 it was voted the best British programme of all time in a British Film Institute poll.
Tickets are on sale now from the Lyceum Box Office and FawltyTowersTour.co.uk.
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Coronation Street:
George is downbeat when a fresh batch of news articles accuse him of fraud. Leanne admits to Nick that Sam is worried about his exams, but she fears there’s something else going on. Leanne also turns to Megan for advice but Megan downplays Leanne’s fears and assures her that she’s worrying over nothing. Leanne’s suspicion is piqued when Megan cancels her date with Daniel. Steve confesses to Tim that he’s been avoiding Cassie because he’s not sure he wants to get married again. Maggie learns that Ben is attending Jim’s funeral and can’t resist making her disapproval known. Adam confronts Jodie with a bag of dog poo and accuses her of being behind the prank. Jodie protests her innocence, but David can tell she’s lying. Amy and Ollie enjoy a successful first date. When Ollie reveals that he’s taking Amy out again, Steve and Ben are delighted that their kids have hit it off.
Emmerdale:
Cain can’t cope with the guilt when Moira expresses gratitude about his running of the farm in her absence. With invoices to pay and Joe’s threat to report him to the police for the car thefts, Cain tells Sarah he’s trapped. She urges him to tell his wife the truth. Moira’s world falls apart when she realises that her husband kept his diagnosis secret for a month. Graham puts his heart on the line and asks Rhona to meet him at the footbridge and if she doesn’t appear, he’ll stay away for good. Will she turn up? Nicola is suspicious about how close Kerry & Jai seem. Surprised to hear that Bear is having an assessment to see if he is eligible for discharge, Paddy is nervous. If Bear is released, will he be locked up again?
Eastenders:
Unfortunately for Oscar, Ian and Elaine realise that the Branning boy has played them both, which results in them both sacking him. How will Oscar take the bad news? As Lexi, Julie and Callum head to the care home to see Nigel, will Phil regret his decision to keep his distance? Hearing that the car lot is up for sale, Lauren feels concerned for her future. Subsequently, Cindy antagonises Max about his refusal to invest in the car lot, which encourages him to change his mind and tell Lauren that he will pay up after all. However Lauren soon feels disgruntled when she finds out how Max plans to operate the business.
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Chris Wilder acknowledged United were below par in Saturday’s frustrating home stalemate with West Bromwich Albion.
Baggies defender George Campbell scored at both ends in the second half, but speaking in the aftermath of the draw at Bramall Lane, Wilder felt his side lacked quality and ruthlessness in the final third which would have been enough to win a scrappy game.
In possession of the ball against opposition who sit behind the ball, the Blades boss conceded his side need to be more positive on the ball and make better decisions in the process.
Concluding his analysis on the game, Wilder said the result felt like two points dropped and was bitterly disappointed his side failed to find a way to win.
Wilder told BBC
Radio Sheffield: “The performance wasn’t of the standard I expect of the group, especially at this stage of the season. “It was lose, we didn’t really affect the game.
The front four didn’t affect the game enough and when you are in games like this - well, any home game - your front four have got to come alive.
“I didn’t think we had enough out of them.
“Sydie [Peck] and Jairo [Riedewald] were OK. We had control of the game first half without really hurting them. When we got in those advanced positions we didn’t really
find any quality. I thought it was an average first-half performance.
“We got ourselves in front [then] we miss two or three really good chances. That second goal, we needed it because they were always going to stick it on us late on and we didn’t handle it.
“The goal sort of summed it up really. Really bad decisions.”
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The main talking point to emerge from the Owls’ defeat at Derby came off the pitch.
Over 3,000 fans sang loud and proud at Pride Park from start to finish, which was the lead point in Henrik Pedersen’s postmatch press conference. The game was secondary as the opening gambit simply saluted the travelling hoards.
Pedersen was almost lost for words, shook his head, and uttered: “They are amazing.”
Asked on the dedication of the fans throughout a tumultuous season, he explained: “They just get better and better, they
RoVERs RETURn EmpTY hanDED
Rovers fell to defeat after leading on their trip to Plymouth Argyle.
Elliot Lee fired Rovers into a deserved lead with his first goal for the club only for Bim Pepple to level for the hosts just before the break.
Zander Clark saved a Ronan Curtis penalty
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Millers Boss Matt Hamshaw was left frustrated at his depleted squad after the weekend defeat to Huddersfield.
“We’re missing big players,” said Hamshaw after a schedule of six matches in 19 days. “It’s been tough because we’ve gone midweek, midweek, midweek. You’ve seen today, we had no Dan Gore, no Josh Benson, no Dru Yearwood.
“The list is kind of endless. I feel like we’re back to that point earlier
in the season when we had a lot of players out.”
“I thought the performance levels today were good,” Hamshaw said. “It’s probably lacking a bit in that final third. I feel like I’ve said that in four or five interviews in these last six games.”
“We’ll prepare properly,” Hamshaw said in relation to the midweek game against Bolton.
“We’ll make sure that the lads perform and the effort levels are there, the same as they were today.”
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raise the bar higher and higher. What they bring to this club is something I have never seen before.
“Listening to the noise and atmosphere they created, it was like a home game and we were the home team. They did not stop. The players are flat out in the dressing room right now and they are so disappointed because they want to win for the fans so much.
“They are giving everything, week in, week out in the hardest of circumstances.
“It is the same for these fans, they are remarkable…just amazing.”
early in the second half but former Rovers loanee
Herbie Kane saw a free kick bounce straight in to secure the points for Plymouth.
It was a harsh outcome for a Rovers side who were highly energetic to enjoy much the better of the first half, with little between the two teams in a scrappy second period.
Grant McCann made three changes to the side that started the defeat to Cardiff City seven days earlier with Matty Pearson, Zander Clark and Lee coming into the XI.
Rovers made a superb start to the game with good intensity to their play. Owen Bailey hooked an effort over the bar after a Luke Molyneux shot was blocked into his path.
And Robbie Gotts pulled a 25 yards strike just off target after excellent build-up play.
Rovers were simply quicker to everything over the first quarter of the game and consistently pinched possession back in the middle of the park before flooding bodies forward. And they were rewarded with the lead on 22 minutes. Bailey’s cross to the back post was headed out only as far as Lee, who lashed a volley into the far corner. Rovers continued to have the better of the attacking play after going ahead and it took a strong save from Plymouth keeper Luca Ashby-Hammond to keep out a fierce angled drive from Harry Clifton. The first attempt from the hosts came eight minutes from the break when
Curtis cut inside from the right and drilled a low effort towards the near post only for Clark to make a solid save.
But Plymouth would find an equaliser in first half stoppage time. Curtis’ cross was flicked on by Caleb Watts and fell to Pepple, who poked home at the far post. Pepple almost struck again before the break but lashed wide from ten yards.
Plymouth were gifted an opportunity to take the lead early in the second half when Bailey was penalised for handball inside the box.
But Clark made a superb save to keep out Curtis’ spot kick and maintain parity in the game.
Much of the second half proved to be a scrappy affair with play stopped regularly and neither side
able to find fluidity in the final third.
Clark was called into action at his near post to deny a poke from Pepple at close range and the ricocheted follow-up. But it was not until Plymouth took the lead on 75 minutes that either side enjoyed a clear sight of goal, and even that was hardly clinical. Kane curled in a free kick from the left that evaded everyone and nestled into the far corner. Rovers substitute Ben Close saw a shot from the edge of the area blocked with Bailey agonisingly close to connecting with the ball ahead of AshbyHammond.
McCann sent on multiple attacking reinforcements but Rovers struggled to craft opportunities and were left empty handed.
