Albion 4 Rotherham 3 – Analysis

Do not be fooled by the scoreline – this must have been the worst 4-3 win the Hawthorns has ever witnessed.


Smikle eyes another goal-den season

Kidderminster attacker Brian Smikle admits Harriers’ prospective new attacking system will suit him down to the ground – as he is looking for double figures again this season.


Penalty hero Reid returns to Rangers

Stafford welcomed back a fan favourite in the reserve game at Marston Road last night as Levi Reid returned to pull on a Rangers shirt for the first time in two years.


Roadworks misery for town drivers

Roadworks in Stafford town centre are causing traffic misery for motorists who fear the problems will increase when the new school year starts in September.


Albion 4 Rotherham 3 – Verdict

Simon Cox’s first competitive goal for Albion four minutes from the end of extra-time steered the Baggies through in the Carling Cup.


Treasure trove of stolen goods

Bracelets, watches, cut-glass crystal and ornaments – the items pictured are all believed to have been stolen from houses across the region.


Boss wants one more signing

Albion boss Roberto Di Matteo today confirmed he wants one more signing before next Tuesday’s transfer deadline.


McCarthy seeks home help

Wolves manager Mick McCarthy does not mind who his side meets in the third round of the Carling Cup as long as they get a home tie.


Striker boost for McCarthy

Wolves are in line for a double striker boost ahead of Saturday’s key visit of Hull.


Villa in talks on bid to sign Warnock

Villa have opened talks with Blackburn over left-back Stephen Warnock as manager Martin O’Neill prepared for a race against time to strengthen his small squad.

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