Ian Burchnall issues verdict after Notts County held by 10-man Halifax Town
Notts County head coach Ian Burchnall rued a catalogue of missed chances as the Magpies were held by promotion rivals Halifax at Meadow Lane.
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Cliftonville close gap at the top despite Stephen McMullan's heroics
The Reds dominated proceedings but were denied a more convincing win over the basement side thanks to an inspired performance by teenage goalkeeper Stephen McMullan.
Preston North End 0-0 Nottingham Forest: FLW report as Lilywhites fail to make domination count
Preston North End were unable to find the net against Nottingham Forest at Deepdale in a match they dominated for the majority, with the Tricky Trees heading back to the City Ground with a point in a goalless draw.
Dani Parejo cancels out Dusan Vlahovic goal as Villrreal secure Juventus draw in Champions League
A goal so sensational as to be faintly ludicrous – scored by Dusan Vlahovic, 33 seconds into his Champions League debut – put Juventus ahead at El Madrigal. But Villarreal fought back and Dani Parejo’s 66th-minute equaliser left the tie in the balance. Villarreal actually responded fairly well to the shock of it all, creating an excellent chance that Giovani Lo Celso missed.
Chelsea 2-0 Lille: Kai Havertz, Christian Pulisic both score in last-16 first leg to seal a comfortable lead
Chelsea took charge of their Champions League last-16 tie with Lille courtesy of a 2-0 victory in the first leg at Stamford Bridge. Kai Havertz was deployed in a false number nine position after boss Thomas Tuchel opted to bench the struggling Romelu Lukaku and the Germany international duly delivered when he headed home the opener on eight minutes.
Tyson Fury to put WBC world heavyweight title on the line against Dillian Whyte on April 23
Tyson Fury will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Dillian Whyte on April 23, the reigning champion has announced on social media.
Chelsea 2-0 Lille: Champions League title holders take command of last-16 tie with first-leg win
Chelsea took control of their Champions League last-16 tie against Lille with a comfortable victory at Stamford Bridge.