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3 hours ago
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Booth vision key as keeper Prawer joins Dons
Former England youth goalkeeper Anna Prawer says Scott Booth's "great philosophy" was a key factor in her move to who previously played for Chelsea and Arsenal Under-21s, joins the Dons on a 12-month deal after four years in America with Seton Hall University."It has been a quick turnaround from when I got back from the States. As soon as I heard of the interest, I knew what an opportunity it was, so I was sold on the move right from the beginning," said the 21-year-old."The manager has a great philosophy for the club, and I'm really excited to see what he can do, but also what we can do to help him."Booth says Prawer has "all the attributes to be a success" at the Dons and will provide "real competition" for the number one jersey.
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3 hours ago
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Plymouth sign keeper Ashby-Hammond after trial
Plymouth Argyle have signed goalkeeper Luca Ashby-Hammond on a one-year deal following a trial at the club. The 24-year-old was released by Fulham at the end of last season having developed in the Premier League club's the past three seasons, Ashby-Hammond has had spells on loan with Aldershot, Crawley Town, Notts County and most recently Gillingham where he played four played for Plymouth in a pre-season 3-2 win against Truro City earlier this month. "He joined us in Austria, and it is not easy to come on a trip like that as a trialist, but he fit really well into the group," Plymouth head coach Tom Cleverley told the club website, external. "He has a calm, focused character, impressed us on the training ground, and adds depth to our goalkeeping department."Ashby-Hammond joins Plymouth with goalkeeper Conor Hazard in a race against time to be fit for the start of the new season on 2 August because of a knee injury.
BBC News
4 hours ago
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Butland reborn under new boss Martin?
When Rangers came under siege in the first half against Panathinaikos, Jack Butland stood goalkeeper began the Russell Martin era in imposing fashion, keeping the Greeks at bay as Rangers roused themselves after the break to cleave out a 2-0 lead to take to Greece for next week's second leg of the Champions League ended last season in the wilderness under interim boss Barry Ferguson after being displaced as first choice by Liam Kelly, has the arrival of Russell Martin revitalised Butland's Ibrox career?The early signs are promising. The former England number one made four saves - three of them diving stops - against Panathinaikos and was also aided by the post as Nemanja Maksimovic wasted a gilt-edged early Butland's saves came from shots inside the box, highlighting his sharp reflexes, as he kept a clean sheet in Martin's managerial bow despite the visitors registering an xG (expected goals) of praised the "outstanding" keeper's impact, saying: "We needed Jack a couple of times, big moments in the first half, he made a couple of brilliant saves," and vowed Rangers "will improve" in the second imprint was clear in the first-leg victory with Rangers having 75% possession and making a total of 708 passes compared to Panathinaikos' the Greeks showed far greater threat in the opening half - and ended the game with a higher xG and more touches in the opposition box than Rangers - and there remains "lots to work on" as Martin himself put it.
BBC News
9 hours ago
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'Slicker to be loaned out as he slips to Ipswich fourth choice'
Scotland international Cieran Slicker will be sent out on loan after the 22-year-old was told he is now Ipswich Town's fourth-choice goalkeeper. (The Herald), externalRead Wednesday's Scottish Gossip in full.
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17 hours ago
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Chelsea Legend Urges Club to Add Competition in Key Role Despite Club World Cup Win
Chelsea Legend Urges Club to Add Competition in Key Role Despite Club World Cup Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Chelsea's 3-0 win over PSG in the Club World Cup Final impressed many football fans around the world. The current UEFA Conference League winners have defeated the current UEFA Champions League winners at the MetLife Stadium. Advertisement While almost every Chelsea fan celebrates with full joy about their players' latest triumph, a Chelsea legend still hopes the club adds competition for a certain position on the team. Mikel John Obi spoke after Chelsea's Club World Cup win and has questions about a certain player. The former Chelsea midfielder was happy to see a player perform well against PSG, but still believes the club could improve in bringing in a new player this summer. Mikel John Obi referred to Robert Sanchez, who was one of Chelsea's best players against PSG in the Club World Cup Final. The Chelsea legend urges the club to bring a new goalkeeper in this summer's transfer window. Advertisement Mikel John Obi on Robert Sanchez There have been questions over Robert Sanchez being the first-choice goalkeeper at Chelsea by many fans, but he proved many wrong in the final against PSG. The Spanish keeper was fundamental in causing PSG problems with excellent passes to Chelsea attackers. He was also great at making important saves to keep Chelsea in the game. Sanchez kept a clean sheet and made six saves against PSG. Despite this, Mikel John Obi believes it is best if he gets competition ahead of next season. Mikel John Obi: "I still believe we do need a top, top goalkeeper. Robert Sanchez had a brilliant game today but going into the new season with the Champions League and the Premier League I think you still need another top goalkeeper that is going to come in and compete with him." Sanchez's performances earned him the Golden Glove award for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Sanchez kept three clean sheets and conceded five goals throughout six out of seven Chelsea games in the tournament this summer. Advertisement Robert Sanchez made 40 appearances in the 2024-25 season for Chelsea. He played 32 Premier League games, where he kept 10 clean sheets and conceded 34 goals. What's Next for Chelsea? Chelsea's 2024-25 season has finally come to an end after winning the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Chelsea will have three weeks of full rest before they begin their pre-season. Chelsea has two scheduled friendly matches at the beginning of August at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea takes on Bayer Leverkusen on August 8 and AC Milan on August 10. Chelsea's 2025-26 season begins on August 17. Advertisement Their first Premier League game will be against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea will be playing in the UEFA Champions League next season under Enzo Maresca. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
