Oldham boss David Dunn says he understands the supporters’ disappointment after a run of just one win in 22 matches, but has called for calm ahead of Saturday’s home encounter with Sheffield United.

Viv Anderson, the first black footballer to represent England on an international stage, shares his hope for greater black representation.

Neil Lennon has called for his Bolton side to return from the international break with a more clinical focus as his team go in search of their first away win of the season.

England’s former cerebral palsy football captain was honoured last night alongside Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville at the National Football Museum’s Hall of Fame.

Three of Manchester’s non-league clubs are still in the FA Cup after midweek replay-victories secured their places in the fourth qualifying round.

David Dunn suffered his first defeat as Oldham Athletic manager on Saturday, as fellow strugglers Scunthorpe United took all three points away from Boundary Park.

Juan Mata has said that he is ‘very happy’ living in Manchester, describing the city as ‘laid back’, whilst praising its culture and history.

Keith Hill was once again left cursing individual errors as his side went down to a 3-2 defeat at Sheffield United.

Former Manchester United midfielder David Beckham has described his one-time Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson as the ‘greatest’ ever manager as the pair get set to reunite for a charity match in November.

When Neil Lennon’s Bolton side left Birmingham having secured a win under his stewardship in his first game, they sat in 21st in the SkyBet Championship.

One victory separates Salford City from achieving a club milestone when they host Bradford Park Avenue in the third round of FA Cup qualifying on Saturday.