Race Against Time: Dundee United Duo Fight for Fitness as Jim Goodwin’s Training Tweaks Spark Hopes of a Rangers Comeback

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Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin is cautiously optimistic about the return of injured duo Louis Moult and Ross Graham ahead of this weekend’s clash with Rangers. Both players have been sidelined with knee and hamstring injuries, but Goodwin has put them on modified training sessions in hopes of having them fit for Saturday’s trip to Ibrox. While he acknowledged their progress, he was careful not to raise expectations too soon, stating, “We’re being tentative at the moment, but they are over the worst of it.”

Goodwin also reflected on the season’s stop-start nature, with international breaks affecting team rhythm. Despite this, he’s hopeful the rest will allow his squad to recover as they approach a busy period. With Dundee United sitting in a promising fourth place, Goodwin is urging caution. “I don’t spend too much time looking at the league table at this stage,” he said. “It’s after the Christmas period, into mid-January, when you get a much clearer picture.” His message to players remains clear: stay focused, avoid complacency, and take it one game at a time.

Schmeichel and Ralston Make Triumphant Return to Celtic – But How Did Every Hoops Globetrotter Fare?

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As Celtic prepare for their crucial Premiership clash against Hearts at Tynecastle, manager Brendan Rodgers will be anxiously awaiting the return of his star players, many of whom have been involved in international duty across the globe. Thirteen Hoops players have represented their countries over the past fortnight, with some enjoying standout performances while others faced challenges.

Kasper Schmeichel was instrumental in Denmark’s Nations League qualification, making key saves in a goalless draw against Serbia. Anthony Ralston impressed for Scotland in their victories over Croatia and Poland, earning rave reviews for his performances. Meanwhile, Alistair Johnston marked a milestone with Canada, earning his 50th cap in their 1-0 win over Suriname.

Other notable performances included Paulo Bernardo’s goal in Portugal’s U21 win over Slovakia and Daizen Maeda’s cameo appearances in Japan’s victories. Luis Palma shone for Honduras, scoring twice in their 2-0 win over Mexico. With several players returning from long-haul trips, Rodgers will be hoping they all come back fit and ready to face Hearts in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter.

Millwall Boss Issues ‘Mindful’ Warning as Arsenal Eyes Crucial Move for Sheffield Wednesday Star

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The Championship season is set to resume, and with the international break ending, clubs face a busy period ahead. Millwall will return to action this weekend against leaders Sunderland, while QPR looks to climb off the bottom with a match against Stoke City. Meanwhile, Millwall boss Neil Harris has issued a cautious update on the recovery of Billy Mitchell and Adam Mayor, stressing the importance of managing their returns carefully to avoid injury setbacks. Harris acknowledged Mitchell’s significant role last season but emphasized patience as both players gradually regain match fitness.

In other news, Cardiff City’s interim manager, Omar Riza, has confirmed that he will remain in charge for now, despite knowing that his future could be influenced by results. Meanwhile, Arsenal is reportedly interested in a surprise move for Sheffield Wednesday’s Shea Charles, who is on loan from Southampton. The 21-year-old midfielder has caught the eye with solid performances, but with Southampton potentially recalling him in January, his future remains uncertain.

Tony Mowbray Reveals Heartfelt Mike Dodds Exchange After Tense Sunderland-Birmingham Clash

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Tony Mowbray recently shared an emotional recollection of his conversation with Sunderland’s assistant head coach Mike Dodds after his bowel cancer diagnosis. Mowbray, who was managing Birmingham City at the time, revealed that he had to step down from his role due to health issues. “I remember getting emotional telling Doddsy,” Mowbray said. “I told him, ‘It’s not good, I’ve just been diagnosed with bowel cancer and I’m going to have to leave.’ He became emotional as well.” Mowbray described the physical toll of the illness, including days when he struggled to even get out of bed. Despite the challenges, he credited his family and the support from Birmingham’s staff for helping him through this difficult period.