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Sheffield has officially begun its countdown to hosting the Westfield Health British Transplant Games in summer 2026, following a symbolic handover ceremony in Oxfordshire last weekend.
The Deputy Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Councillor Andrew Sangar, took part in the ceremony, accepting the baton on behalf of the city as the 2025 Games drew to a close.
The handover ceremony marked a significant milestone, with just one year to go until Sheffield welcomes thousands of transplant recipients, donor families, supporters and volunteers for one of
the UK’s largest multisport festivals.
The Games, which were last held in Sheffield in 2013, will return to the city with over 3,000 participants expected, including 1,000 athletes who have received lifesaving organ or stem cell transplants.
The 2026 Games will feature 24 sports across four days, with many events taking place in and around Sheffield’s Olympic Legacy Park.
“The Games are a celebration of life, resilience and community.
We are honoured to be hosting them once again and look forward to welcoming athletes and supporters from across
the UK. With just one year to go, preparations are well underway to ensure Sheffield delivers a memorable and inspiring Games.”
Councillor Mohammed Mahroof, Chair of the Economic Development, Skills and Culture Committee at Sheffield City Council
The British Transplant Games are the flagship event of the charity Transplant Active and aim to raise awareness of the importance of organ donation, while promoting the health and wellbeing benefits of physical activity for transplant recipients.
“The facilities in Sheffield are wonderful and the city
provides a very compact Games across the vast range of sports. But I think it will be a special Games as one of our valued long-term partners are Westfield Health who are based in the city, and together with all our sponsors and partners, will ensure these are an outstanding Games, leaving a legacy of greater awareness for the ongoing
need for more donors.” said Dr Paul Harden, Chair of Transplant Active.
Sheffield’s adult transplant team, many of whom received kidney transplants in the city, competed in this year’s Games in Oxfordshire and will be among those proudly representing the city on home ground next year.
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The duo behind the smash-hit podcast FC Bullard are heading out on a nationwide tour that promises stories,
shambles, games, guests and gallons of laughter.
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a football club from scratch, this isn’t the night for you. But if you want an evening of absolute mayhem with two of football’s bestloved personalities, then welcome to the club.
FC Bullard is the brainchild of Jimmy Bullard, former Premier League cult hero turned broadcaster and Fenners, long-time producer and presenter of the iconic Sky Sports show Soccer AM. In the podcast, they attempt to build a football club from the ground up: no kit, no badge, no players,
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Expect behind-the-scenes stories from their wild careers, live games, utter nonsense, and a few surprises along the way.
Whether you’re a hardcore footy fan or just in it for the laughs, this will be a night to remember.
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In April, Sheffield’s City Centre Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) came into force. PSPOs are used by local authorities to help tackle anti-social behaviour in a particular area. Their purpose is to make public spaces safer and improve the quality of life for the local community.
In the first three months, there were almost 1,000 recorded breaches of the PSPO, with officers taking action to tackle any behaviour that caused harassment, alarm or distress to others. Early figures also shows that welfare checks and referrals to support services are also being given to anyone who needs help, as part of the process. While it is too early to determine whether there is a downward trend in anti-social behaviour, feedback from businesses and visitors has been positive.
In the first three months:
• 990 breaches of the PSPO have been recorded, involving 219 individuals.
• In 350 of breaches, the individual was offered advice about the PSPO or directed to support pathways and welfare services.
• Officers confiscated drugs or alcohol in 99 cases.
• In 354 instances, individuals were asked to move out of an area.
• 62 people have received Notices of Intended Action (NIAs). While PSPOs can be enforced with fines, the NIA process emphasises a preventative approach, prioritising advice and guidance to help individuals comply with the order.
• No Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) have been issued to date. More than half of those who received an NIA have been referred to the ASB Harm Reduction Enforcement Pathway Meeting. This is a monthly multi-agency forum that focuses on individuals with complex needs who are repeatedly breaching the PSPO. This reflects ambitions to create collaborative, long-term solutions that first and foremost engage and help individuals who breach the order. Councillor Kurtis Crossthorn commented: “Data also shows that no fixed penalty notices have yet been issued as officers have prioritised offering support to people rather
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than issuing fines, which was outlined the original Enforcement and Support Protocol for the PSPO. The purpose of the newly implemented PSPO is ensure our city centre is safe and inviting for those who live in the area and those visiting. These early figures show that action is being taken to stop anyone behaving in way that is causing distress to others. Hopefully in time we will see these behaviours reduced and people feeling safer. It is also great to see reflected in the figures that officers are using their powers to offer support and intervention to those who need it. To tackle issues of anti-social behaviour in the city centre, we know we must also give people the help they need to improve their situation, which remains a priority. I want to reiterate that the PSPO is there to keep people safe. It will only be enforced if behaviour is likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress to others.”
The PSPO was introduced to give officers the tools they need to respond to behaviours that negatively impact the city centre, while prioritising early intervention and support. The figures show that the majority of interactions have focused on providing help and guidance, rather than enforcement. So far, patrols have focussed on anti-social behaviour during the daytime, as this is what causes the most concern for people using the city centre.
Inspector Andrew Rimmer of SY Police said: “We have been receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback from residents and people who work in the city centre since the introduction of the PSPO. It has filled a gap in legislation and allows us to introduce early interventions to stop behaviours, which may not necessarily be criminal, from escalating. We have also seen a reduction in wider criminality since the introduction of the PSPO as it allows us to act quickly and respond appropriately.”
The Council remains committed to monitoring the impact of the PSPO and working closely with partners to ensure Sheffield city centre is a place where everyone feels safe and supported.
Backed by the UK Home Office, this “Safer Streets” blitz is running from now until the end of September. Over 500 towns and cities across the UK have signed up to be part of the scheme, with the respective authorities for each area committing to step up their efforts when it comes to tackling urban crime and antisocial behaviour during the summer months. Among other things, the public will see increased patrols and enhanced surveillance in civic centres all over the country, with proactive actions being taken to prevent offences like shoplifting, and stronger enforcement also being carried out.
Much of this activity is already well underway in Doncaster, where South Yorkshire Police and the council joined forces back in October 2024 to team up on the “Safer City” initiative. Since that collaboration launched, the city centre has received significant investment in new initiatives like cutting-edge CCTV, high-tech tannoy systems, additional safety patrols, and other such resources to help protect visitors and businesses alike. Not to mention, a new policing base is now in operation at the Frenchgate Shopping Centre. Yet while City of Doncaster Council (CDC) and South Yorkshire Police (SYP) have been working together to improve safety in the urban core for a number of months, they are still stepping up their activities as part of the national “Safer Streets” scheme. For example, weekly pop-up stalls have just been introduced for summer, giving council and police officers a new way to engage with the public. Elsewhere, the partners have been coordinating special days of action to crack down on the most common forms of urban antisocial behaviour, disseminating crime prevention advice to local retailers and residents, and maximising the use of the enforcement powers granted to them under the city centre’s Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO).
Since commencing, the Safer Streets scheme in Doncaster has had a real tangible impact. The council alone has conducted 1,672 hours of additional patrols
(on top of their usual rounds), issued 357 PSPO warnings (and an associated 31 fixed penalty notices), and dispensed 448 fines for littering. Meanwhile, the police have similarly increased their patrols and overseen a notable reduction in shop thefts as well.
Speaking about the Safer Streets summer blitz, Dan Swaine, Executive Director of Place at City of Doncaster Council, said: “Safety is, of course, a top priority for us all year round — across the entirety of Doncaster — and we are always working tirelessly to ensure that people feel protected when out and about, and that any concerns are dealt with. When it comes to this national initiative, however, we are focussing on making sure that our city centre is secure and welcoming, so that everyone can enjoy all that it has to offer over the coming summer months. That’s why we have organised increased patrols, dedicated support for upcoming events, pop up engagement stands with the police, and joint days of actions to really crack down on crime and antisocial behaviour. ”
Chief Superintendent Pete Thorp, said: “Since the launch of the Safer City initiative, we have put a considerable amount of resources into the city centre to make it as safe and welcoming as possible for everyone who visits the area. Visibility is absolutely key for us and there are now more dedicated police officers based in the city centre, many of whom work out of our new base in Frenchgate Shopping Centre. In June alone, our officers carried out 238 hours of additional, dedicated patrols in the city centre on foot, covering over 300 miles, which really puts into context how committed we are to being visible and ready to respond to incidents in the city centre. Despite a national rise in levels of shoplifting, the area covered by Doncaster Central Neighbourhood Policing Team has seen a reduction in reports of shop thefts, with over 60 shoplifters jailed in the first six months of 2025. If you see our officers while you are out and about in the city centre and you have a concern you wish to raise, please make sure you speak to them. ”
Leaders from across local government and the fitness and leisure sector are urging the Government to ensure that the £400 million announced in the Spending Review for grassroots sports facilities is directed towards vital community assets such as leisure centres, swimming pools, and local gyms. The coalition – made up of the Local Government Association, Chief Cultural and Leisure Officers Association, Community Leisure UK, Society of Local Authority Chief Executives and Senior Managers, Swim England, and ukactive –is calling for the funding to be invested in the facilities that people rely on every day to stay active and healthy. They argue that local authorities are best placed to identify where investment is most needed, and to ensure the funding delivers maximum impact for communities. With councils already the largest funders of public fitness and leisure services, directing investment through them would help safeguard and enhance the infrastructure that supports physical activity across the country. This approach would also align with the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan, enabling councils to work with health and care partners to promote active lifestyles and improve public health outcomes. With leisure centres and swimming pools
particularly popular amongst older age groups and people with health conditions, supporting these facilities will help tackle existing health inequalities most effectively.
The call comes amid stark warnings about the state of the nation’s leisure infrastructure:
• 30 per cent of children in Year 7 cannot swim 25 metres confidently –up from 27 per cent in 2017/18.
• Since 2010, 500 swimming pools have closed, representing a loss of over 34,000 square metres of water space. Nearly half of these closures occurred in the last five years.
• 63 per cent of main sports halls and 60 per cent of swimming pools are beyond their expected lifespans or in need of refurbishment.
• 24 per cent of council areas face the risk of reducing or closing leisure services due to rising energy and operational costs.
• If current trends continue, physical inactivity could rise by 35 per cent by 2030, placing further strain on the NHS and public finances.
• Public demand for health and fitness facilities is growing, with a record 11.5 million people now a member of a health and fitness club in the UK, but growth is hampered by economic conditions.
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A driver training scheme, which starts teaching youngsters from as young as nine years old, is launching a new venue at Barnsley FC’s Oakwell Stadium, giving local youngsters a head start on the road to safety. Young Driver® aims to instil good driving habits long before teens get their provisional licence. Youngsters aged 9 to 17 learn the basics of safe, responsible driving in dual-controlled Suzuki Swifts, under the supervision of fully qualified instructors. Shockingly, one in five newly qualified drivers crashes within six months of passing their driving test. But for Young Driver past pupils, the rate of accidents in that worrying first six months drops dramatically, to fewer than four per cent – a reduction of more than 80 per cent.
The scheme will use the car parks of Oakwell Stadium, home to Barnsley FC, allowing youngsters to work on a range of driving skills and manoeuvres. Lessons for 9-17s will start on Saturday 6th September, with events then taking place on selected weekend and school holiday dates throughout the year.
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Young Driver is the UK’s largest provider of pre-17 driving lessons, having delivered more than 1.5 million lessons at private venues across the country. A road system is created, with traffic signs, roundabouts and junctions, along with special areas to practice manoeuvres such as steering control and parking. The emphasis of the lessons is on safety and fun and encouraging youngsters to consider how to drive responsibly, giving them time to perfect driving skills such as gear changes, braking and steering without the pressures of public roads. Ian Mulingani, managing director at Young Driver, said:
“We are excited to be launching our new venue in Barnsley. It’s a sizeable site, so we’ll be able to offer lots of different driving activities for young people, whether they’re a beginner or have already had a few lessons at another of our venues, such as the Utilita Arena in Sheffield. Training drivers over a longer period of time allows youngsters to have a solid understanding of how to drive a car before they get anywhere near a real road.”
City-wide trail ‘Legends Unleashed’ launched in Sheffield Centre
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This August, families and Greek mythology enthusiasts alike are invited to join an exciting and engaging trail through three key Sheffield city centre venues: The Moor, Orchard Square, and Leah’s Yard.
This first of its kind, city-wide trail, entitled Legends Unleashed, promises fun and adventure for all ages, making it an ideal summer activity!
Based on a collection of mythical monster tales from ancient Greece, Legends Unleashed encompasses a trail of clues and riddles across all three locations for participants to solve. Entry is free and teams who complete all three trails have a chance to win £100 to spend at one of the participating venues. Designed and developed by Sandesh Somani, Creative Director for Experiential Games, in conjunction with the three
designated locations, the trail will run from Monday 4th August until Sunday, 31st August - and everyone is welcome to join in.
Commenting on the trail, Sandesh said: “I have long had the idea of developing a city-wide initiative, creating an experience which invites people to explore, interact and connect.
“Given Sheffield’s association with the Greek god of forge, fire, metal working and craftsman, I thought it would be apt to develop a family friendly trail based on the stories from Greek mythology.
“The premise of the trail is that legendry monsters have taken over Sheffield City Centre, meaning participants must work out clues and puzzles to help set the city free from their grip! I hope that this trail ignites imaginations and interest, encouraging people to visit the city for a chance to play and win.”
Tom Wolfenden,
Director or Leah’s Yard commented: “Leah’s Yard is delighted to be part of the Legends Unleashed trail this summer, alongside The Moor and Orchard Square. Collaboration is the heartbeat of our city centre - collectively as a city we can create a vibrant community where imaginations are sparked, innovation thrives, opportunities grow - and everyone benefits.”
Lee Appleton, Director of The Moor adds: “Legends Unleashed is a great initiative for the city centre, enhancing creativity and connection in bringing people together to share and experience our city centre community.”
Participants can start their adventure at any of the following collection points: - The Moor: Forbidden Planet - Orchard Square: Sheffield Plate
- Leah’s Yard: Chocolate Bar.
All those taking part are encouraged to return to their starting point with the completed answer book to claim their rewards.
Shay Murray, Orchard Square, added: “We’re thrilled to be collaborating with Leah’s Yard and The Moor to bring a free activity to Sheffield city centre this summer.
Legends Unleashed offers an adventure for all the family, filled with mystery and fun within the heart of Sheffield.
“It also signifies the start of a partnership between our venues that we hope to continue, bringing further fun and entertainment to the people of Sheffield in the future.”
For further information please follow the Orchard Square, Moor and Leah’s Yard social feeds.
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Tramlines 2025 concluded with a spectacular finish on Sunday evening with a headline set from Kasabian to round off a huge weekend of music, community and culture at Hillsborough Park with up to 40,000 people a day celebrating Sheffield’s biggest music event. Tickets for the 2026 are on sale at 2pm on Friday 1st August but priority access at 12pm will go to anyone signed up for pre-sale via the tramlines website. Signup is quick, free and will ensure early access to tickets. With over 120 artists performing across five main stages, the
weekend brought together a rich mix of established names and emerging talent. There was a real sense of pride in the air, with Sheffield’s musical identity reflected not just on the main stage but right across the site. Pulp’s first hometown gig since 2023 was more than a homecoming, it was a love letter to Sheffield. Jarvis Cocker kicked off with “Good evening, this is a night you will remember for the rest of your life,” and kept crowds in the palm of his hand for 90 minutes. An exceptional set peppered with standout moments saw Jarvis leap into the pit in a hilarious
attempt to guess which part of Sheffield front-row fans were from, “Arbourthorne? Crookes? Broomhill?”, flashing a shot on the big screens of The Limit nightclub Cocker frequented in his youth, and a guest appearance from Richard Hawley got a huge response from the crowd. Pulp’s set was a journey through hits of yesteryear like ‘Disco 2000’ but also included new tracks from their chart topping ‘More’, LP from 2025 and a rare performance of, “Last Day of the Miners Strike’.
Saturday Main Stage headliners, The Reytons, also put on an
outstanding show with frontman Jonny Yerrell telling crowds, “This is not our fanbase. This is our community… many bands will play this stage, but it doesn’t mean so much to them as it does to us”. They pulled no punches in an ambitious stage show which included actors, dramatic visual effects and a huge wooden ‘trojan’ horse. The Reytons also announced that collective fundraising from the band and their community was helping a young Rotherham mum receive specialist treatment in Germany, cementing the notion that their set was about more than just music.
Friday and Saturday looked tough days to top but Kasabian gladly took the baton and produced a world class final closing set to a rapturous audience moments after they had watched Chloe Kelly score the winning penalty in the final of UEFA Women’s Euros 2025. The main stage was far from the only focal point over the weekend. Stand out performances from Heather
Smalls, The Rizzle Kicks and K Dot stole the show at ‘T’Other Stage’ whilst local orgs like Pattern + Push and Slambarz provided dozens of local and emerging talent in the form of DJs, poets, rappers and lyricists. Brand new painted lions from Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity were on display across the site ahead of the ‘Pride of Sheffield’ campaign next year and St Luke’s Hospice raised thousands for their crucial work at their onsite stall in the ‘Little Hillsborough’ area, dedicated to local businesses. Tramlines Operations Director, Timm Cleasby summed things up. ‘What a weekend. I’m still buzzing from it all. Once again, I’m blown away by the quality of performers we get at Tramlines — and the atmosphere across site was something special. It’s a real joy to see people just letting go and living their best lives in the middle of Hillsborough Park. One thing that really stands out is seeing that progression in the artists. Freddie Halkon had one of the biggest crowds
we’ve ever had at The Leadmill Stage, not bad for someone whose bandmate used to be on my site crew. As for The Reytons and The Sherlocks, I remember them playing tiny gigs on side stages and in grassroots venues. Now they’re commanding huge audiences with thousands of fans on site.. This progression is happening all across the site. K Dot’s set on the T’Other Stage on Saturday was electric and a step-up from headlining the Library Stage with Pattern + Push in 2024. Big thanks to everyone who made it happen. Roll on next year!’
Super Early Bird Tickets for Tramlines’ return to Hillsborough Park (24-26 Jul 2026) go on sale on Friday 1st August. For the lowest-prices, festival-goers must sign up via the Tramlines website to get priority access from 12pm - two hours before general sale at 2pm – where they’ll also be in with a chance of winning four VIP Weekend tickets, passes to The Fancy Bit, a £200 bar tab and merch bundle.
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A Guide to making Representations is available from the Traffic Commissioner’s Office.
LICENSING ACT 2003 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO VARY A PREMISES LICENCE
PREMISES: Sandman Sheffield (formerly Quays Hotel), Furnival Road, Sheffield S4 7YA Notice is given that Sandman Hotel Group (UK) Limited applied to Sheffield City Council on 29th July 2025 to vary a Premises Licence under the Licensing Act 2003 as follows: - 1. To vary the layout plans in accordance with the plans submitted with the application. 2. To permit films and indoor sporting events. 3. To permit all licensed activities (save for late night refreshment) from 10:00 to 02:00 hours daily.
4. To permit late night refreshment from 23:00 to 02:30 daily. 5. To show opening hours as being unrestricted. 6. To amend the seasonal and non-standard timings as set out in the application and remove old restrictions on Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve which falls on a Sunday.
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notice is hereby given that we: club de padel topco limited
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Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as club de padel sheffield, old cannon brewery, boyland street, sheffield, s3 8dp
We intend to conduct on or from the premises the following licensable activities: Sale by retail of alcohol for consumption ON the premises: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 – 23:00 (the opening hours of the premises are Monday to Sunday: 7:00 – 23:00)
Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to Licensing Services, Block C Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield, S9 3HD about this application by 26th August 2025
For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents
For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service.
It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is unlimited.
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Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Block C Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 1st September 2025. For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents
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It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for this offence is unlimited.
7. To remove all conditions under Annex 2 and replace with the schedule of conditions submitted with the application. Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 27th August 2025 For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/ licensinginforesidents For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk It is an offence under Section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is unlimited.
Representations should be made in writing to the licensing Officer by no later than: 28.08.25 to: Sheffield City Council, Licensing Service, Block C, Staniforth Rd Depot, Staniforth Rd, Sheffield, S9 3HD
The licensing register and record of this application are available for inspection at the above office by appointment only.
For further details visit licensingservice@ Sheffield.gov.uk
it is an offence under 158 of the licensing Act 2003 to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application that carries an unlimited fine.
TUESDAY
Coronation Street: Dev and Bernie Winter’s wedding day goes from bad to worse when the quads fall ill and have to watch with Joseph on live stream. Then Bernie forgets her lucky charm locket containing the photo of Paul, and when she runs home to get it, she disturbs a burglar. Bernie returns to the Bistro and walks down the aisle with Kit. With the service about to start, Dev and Bernie share loving looks, but suddenly Bernie struggles to breathe and collapses in front of a shocked Dev. Theo is not impressed when Todd chooses to spend time with Summer over a night out with him. Aadi decides it is time to confess about what really happened at the party. When Dev and Bernie arrive home, they are horrified as Aadi decides to come clean to them too. Ken, Steve, Amy, Cassie and Tracy sit down to an awkward family tea. Steve’s relieved when Tracy suggests that for Amy’s sake they should keep their divorce amicable but Amy’s suspicious of her Mum’s motives. Jenny masks her disappointment when Glenda reveals that she’s set George up on a dating app and he’s already had some interest.
Emmerdale:
Charity decides that Sarah and Jacob deserve an engagement party. She rallies all the family to get the Woolpack kitted out for a knees-up later to celebrate the happy couple’s impending nuptials. Vinny is given more food for thought when Aaron opens up about sharing a kiss with his ex-husband on his wedding day to John. He’s sure there must be some answers online and he begins scouring the internet for any clues about his sexuality. But will the scrap dealer find what he wants by scrolling various websites? Dylan continues to ignore Ray, but what will the consequences be if the drug dealer grows impatient? Vanessa and Manpreet bond over the state of their love lives.
Eastenders: Oscar is in a panic as the Police conduct door-todoor visits in Walford. Howie gives an eye witness statement about the intruder at No.20. But how much did Howie see? Does he know the intruder was Oscar? Afraid that it is only a matter of time before the Police catch-up with him, Oscar wants to go on the run... After Joel’s bad behaviour at the Queen Vic, Ross makes an alarming discovery on the teenager’s laptop computer.. Vicki pushes Ross to take charge with Joel before his behaviour gets even more out of hand.
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United rounded off pre-season preparations with a victory against Premier League Fulham in a behind-closeddoors training match on Saturday.
The 120-minutes fixture, staged at Fulham’s Motspur Park training centre, was the sixth and final warm-up encounter ahead of the new Sky Bet Championship season.
After victories over York City, Rotherham United, Burton Albion and Chesterfield, plus a narrow defeat at Ligue 1 outfit OGC Nice, Rubén Sellés would have been delighted with elements of the victory over the Cottagers.
Smith-Rowe put Fulham ahead on 16 minutes, but United levelled on 28 minutes through a Cannon penalty after Barry was fouled. Fulham started the
second half well and despite Davies making a couple of impressive saves, the home side edged in front again through a Raul header on 51 minutes.
Brooks impressed and he was involved in the equaliser on 90 minutes.
O’Hare was brought down ahead of Brooks slotting home the loose ball but, after an offside flag denied him, the officials brought play back for the foul on O’Hare, allowing Barry to fire home the penalty.
The final 30 minutes were tight but the decisive moment arrived on 116 minutes when United’s high press won back possession. Neat interplay from One, Hamer and Brooks presented an opportunity for O’Hare to smash into the top corner.
BLADES FINISH PRESEASON WITH VICTORY BREWSTER MOVES ON
Sheffield United can confirm Rhian Brewster has left the club.
Signing from Liverpool in 2020, the 25-year-old made 119 appearances in all competitions, scoring nine goals.
He was part of the squad which earned promotion
LEADINg FROM THE FRONT
With the new manager in place and club captain having extended his stay at Hillsborough, Henrik Pedersen and Barry Bannan have declared their messages of intent.
Pedersen’s project became more crystalised on Saturday when Bannan put pen to paper, as he exclusively told swfc.co.uk:
“To say I am happy at the news that Barry has signed a new contract with the club, it would be an understatement!
“Even with the uncertainties and other clubs wanting him, I never lost hope that Barry’s love of the club and the fans would convince him to stay.
“I must be honest, I also did everything I could to let him know how much
to the Premier League in 2022-23 and featured 42 times in all competitions last season as he narrowly missed out on a second promotion with the Blades.
Everyone at Sheffield United would like to wish Rhian well for the future.
TO CLUB LEgEND RONNIE
The thoughts and unwavering support of everyone at Rotherham United are with legendary former player and manager Ronnie Moore, who has been diagnosed with Myeloma – a type of blood cancer. The Club were informed
I wanted him to stay and be at my side this season. He is so important to us as a team and to the fans.
“When he called me to say he’d decided to stay, I was elated. Players like Barry are hard to find in the modern game. He is a great player, a great leader and a great person. Having him stay at the club is a huge boost for the fans, the staff and his teammates.
“For me personally, I get to continue working with a great player who does so many great things for our team, but whilst I have to operate from the sidelines, Barry will deliver my message on the pitch!
“We have had many discussions about the season ahead and Barry knows and understands
that Ronnie will now receive treatment in the coming months and he will await a stem cell transplant for a cancer that is treatable, but sadly incurable and will need to be managed by medical professionals. Everyone is pleased to hear that Ronnie is currently feeling well and walking regularly.
A true legend of the football club, Ronnie will continue to be welcome to attend matches at AESSEAL New York Stadium and will, of course, have the full backing of everyone at Rotherham United throughout the journey that lies ahead.
what I want and need from the players.
“The respect I have for Barry is already known, and we as a club are lucky to have our captain stay with us.”
In turn, Bannan cited Pedersen’s appointment as a key factor in further cementing his legendary status at Hillsborough.
The skipper said: “I was delighted to see Henrik get the job. He’s been here last season, he knows the place, he knows the lads, and he’s a wonderful guy as well.
“He made it clear where his heart was a few weeks ago when he came in when he didn’t have a contract to say goodbye to the lads.
“He wanted to be involved and then signed a new contract as
We know that our fanbase and the wider football family will join us in offering our unequivocal support to an immeasurablyrespected and rightlycelebrated individual and we are confident that will be done in a way which respects the privacy of Ronnie, his family and his friends.
We’re all right with you, Ronnie.
assistant manager and now as manager. Henrik knew we were struggling and he was there for us.
“We owe a lot to Henrik
because he came at a time when we needed him. I can safely say now that Henrik will have the full backing of the players
and we will give our all because what he did a few weeks ago, for what he did for us as players, will never be forgotten.”
LATE PENALTY SECURES ROVERS’ VICTORY
Luke Molyneux’s late penalty secured Doncaster Rovers’ successful return to League One with a narrow 1-0 victory over Exeter at the Eco-Power Stadium.
The winger calmly converted from the penalty spot in the 88th minute after Exeter’s Kevin McDonald was penalized for handball, sealing the win for the hosts.
Throughout the match, Doncaster showed more attacking intent, although clear-cut chances remained limited. Exeter posed the more threatening moments in the first half, with Sonny Cox narrowly missing the target from a Jayden Wareham cut-back. Defensive mishaps also occurred for Doncaster, with Matty Pearson hitting his own bar while attempting to clear a cross.
After the break, Doncaster increased their offensive pressure, with Robbie Gotts forcing a save early in the second half.
Goalkeeper Thimothee
Lo-Tutala also made a crucial save to deny Ilmari Niskanen’s run into the box.
Ultimately, Molyneux’s penalty ensured Doncaster celebrated a victorious return to League One.
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