Championship Review
Tuesday 14 February 2012
Birmingham City 0-0 Hull City

Manager Chris Hughton has guided Birmingham City, for whom Keith Fahey has been consistent in midfield, into the Championship promotion places. They defeated Portsmouth last Tuesday night but were held to a scoreless draw in this home contest by Hull City, for whom Under 21 international Robert Brady was prominent in the first half, but was then substituted just after the hour mark.

Brighton & Hove Albion 2-2 Millwall

Senior Goalkeeper David Forde was again in the Millwall side which played out this two all draw at Brighton & Hove Albion this evening. Transfer window signing Andrew Keogh, excluded from the Ireland squad announced last week, was in the starting eleven tonight and scored the opening goal after twenty three minutes.

Bristol City 2-2 Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace had both loanee defender Paul McShane, another Ireland squad omission last week, and Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell in their squad last weekend but the youngster Scannell is excluded tonight while McShane is on the substitute bench for this trip to Bristol City.

Cardiff City 3-1 Peterborough United

Under 21 international Joe Mason, an unused substitute in defeat at Leicester City last Saturday, was introduced from the bench for the final fifteen minutes of this comfortable home victory for Cardiff City this evening. Fellow Under 21 candidate Daniel Kearns was an unused substitute in Peterborough United's last outing at Burnley, but was not in the squad tonight.

Coventry City 2-1 Leeds United

Leeds United had senior international Darren O'Dea together with Under 21 player Aiden White in their starting eleven for this away defeat at basement outfit Coventry City this evening, in what could be the last outing for interim manager Neil Redfearn, with Mick McCarthy being touted as a possible replacement.

Derby County 0-1 Reading

 Under 21 international Jeff Hendrick maintained his starting position in the Derby County midfield for the visit of Reading this evening. The visitors secured victory with the only goal coming from one time Ireland striker Noel Hunt.

Watford 3-2 Leicester City

Watford had Under 19 midfielder Sean Murray in their starting eleven for the fourth consecutive match this evening and he certainly made a contribution before his half time substitution, by creating the first goal for the hosts and scoring the second with a long range free kick. Sean St Ledger, meanwhile, retained his position for defeated visitors Leicester City.


 

 

 















Championship Review
Saturday 11 February 2012
Barnsley v Birmingham City [postponed]

Manager Chris Hughton has guided Birmingham City, for whom Keith Fahey has been consistent in midfield, into third place in the Championship table. They followed their weekend home draw with Southampton, by defeating another south coast club, Portsmouth, on Tuesday night and will be full of confidence for this trip to Yorkshire.

Blackpool 1-1 Portsmouth (5.20pm)

Emerging goalkeeper Stephen Henderson continued as the last line of defence for Portsmouth, while his club captain Liam Lawrence, omitted from the Ireland squad this week, also completed ninety minutes as they collected a valuable away point at Blackpool in this afternoon's late kick-off fixture.

Crystal Palace v Doncaster Rovers [postponed]

Crystal Palace had both loanee defender Paul McShane, another Ireland squad omission this week, and Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell on the substitute bench at Middlesbrough last weekend, with Scannell introduced for the final ten minutes. Palace have mixed and matched their squad all season, so it is unclear what might happen on Saturday afternoon. Another loanee, nineteen year old John Egan, did not make the match squad last week but may be back in contention today.

Hull City 3-0 Bristol City

Injury ruled Under 21 international Robert Brady out of the Hull City side held scoreless at home by Doncaster Rovers in their previous outing, but he was back in the starting eleven and contributed to this comprehensive home victory over struggling Bristol City.

Ipswich Town v Middlesbrough [abandoned]

Ipswich Town, for whom Damian Delaney, not included in the Ireland squad named yesterday, was an unused substitute, maintained their recent improved form with victory at basement club Coventry City on Saturday afternoon last and were unchanged for the visit of high flying Middlesbrough, in a match curtailed by weather conditions.

Leeds United 1-2 Brighton & Hove Albion

Leeds United had senior international Darren O'Dea together with Under 21 player Aiden White in their side for their weekend victory at Bristol City and both retained their starting positions, under caretaker manager Neil Redfearn, for this disappointing home defeat by Brighton & Hove Albion.

Leicester City 2-1 Cardiff City

Sean St Ledger retained his starting position for Leicester City as they continued to show improved form with this two one victory over visitors Cardiff City. Under 21 international Joe Mason had been an unused substitute for Cardiff City in recent matches, but was introduced from the bench and scored in their weekend home defeat by Blackpool, but was ot called upon this afternoon.

Millwall 0-0 Derby County

Senior Goalkeeper David Forde was again in the Millwall side which played out this scoreless draw with visitors Derby County this afternoon. Transfer window signing Andrew Keogh, another excluded from the Ireland squad announced on Friday, was cup tied on Tuesday but returns to the squad today. Paul Green, also overlooked by Giovanni Trapattoni, has missed the last two games but was in the starting lineup today as was Under 21 international Jeff Hendrick.


Nottingham Forest 1-1 Watford

Manchester City loanee Greg Cunningham was not in the Nottingham Forest squad for the visit of Watford, for whom eighteen year old midfielder Sean Murray, part of Paul Doolin's successful Under 19 squad, has impressed in their last three outings and was again a starter in their one all draw this afternoon.

Peterborough United v West Ham United [postponed]

Peterborough United, for whom Under 21 candidate Daniel Kearns was an unused substitute at Burnley last weekend host leaders West Ham United, with Ireland full back hopeful Joey O'Brien expected to retain his starting position.

Southampton 2-0 Burnley

Burnley captain Chris McCann was in the starting eleven while Keith Treacy joined the fray from the substitute bench on seventy minutes of their one all draw with visitors Peterborough United at the weekend.










 


Championship Review
Saturday 4 February 2012
Birmingham City 0-0 Southampton (5.20pm)

Manager Chris Hughton has guided Birmingham City, for whom Keith Fahey has been consistent in midfield, into the promotion positions in the Championship table with a match in hand. Despite being buoyed by their thumping midweek victory at Leeds United, they were held to a scoreless draw by early pacesetters Southampton in the late kickoff at St Andrew's on Saturday afternoon.

Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 Leicester City

Despite the transfer window acquisition, by Leicester City, of a new centre back, Sean St Ledger retained his starting position for the midweek home draw with Middlesbrough and did enough to make the starting eleven for this trip to the South Coast, where his side suffered disappointing defeat.

Bristol City 0-3 Leeds United

Leeds United had senior international Darren O'Dea together with Under 21 player Aiden White in their side for the midweek thumping by Birmingham City at Elland Road, which resulted in the dismissal of manager Simon Grayson. Both retained their starting roles under caretaker manager Neil Redfearn for this successful trip to the West Country.

Burnley 1-1 Peterborough United

Burnley captain Chris McCann was in the starting eleven this afternoon while Keith Treacy joined the fray from the substitute bench on seventy minutes of this one all draw with visitors Peterborough United for whom young Daniel Kearns was an unused substitute.

Cardiff City 1-3 Blackpool

Under 21 international Joe Mason has been an unused substitute for Cardiff City in recent matches, but was introduced from the bench for the second half and scored fifteen minutes later. His effort was to no avail however as visitors Blackpool then scored three unanswered goals.

Coventry City 2-3 Ipswich Town

 Ipswich Town, for whom Damian Delaney, an unused midweek substitute following his recovery from injury, was again on the bench today, as his club built on their stunning midweek victory over promotion favourites West Ham United, with another victory at basement club Coventry City this afternoon.

Middlesbrough 0-0 Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace had both loanee defender Paul McShane and Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell in their starting eleven for their midweek draw with Brighton & Hove Albion, but both found themselves on the substitute bench this afternoon while another loanee, John Egan, an unused substitute midweek substitute, did not make the match squad.

 Watford 2-1 Barnsley

Eighteen year old midfielder Sean Murray, part of Paul Doolin's successful Under 19 squad, has impressed for Watford in their last two outings and completed another ninety minutes in this victory over Barnsley at Vicarage Road this afternoon.
West Ham United 2-1 Millwall (12.30pm)

This early afternoon kick-off saw the return of Ireland full back hopeful Joey O'Brien for the hosts, while goalkeeper David Forde retained his starting position for visitors Millwall, who also had transfer window signing Andrew Keogh in their side.





Championship Review
Wednesday 1 February 2012

Leicester City 2-2 Middlesbrough

Defender Sean St Ledger, has been removed from the transfer list and has performed well for Leicester City in their last three contests and while in the starting eleven this evening, may be under pressure again following the signing of another central defender, Wes Morgan, from Nottingham Forest earlier this week.




Championship Review
Tuesday 31 January 2012


Barnsley 3-2 Derby County

Senior international Paul Green, a mainstay in midfield for Derby County, following his return from injury was not in the squad this evening but teenage midfield colleague Jeff Hendrick, who returned to the starting eleven for their weekend FA Cup defeat by Stoke City, following his recovery from an ankle injury, retained his position on a very disappointing evening.
Crystal Palace 1-1 Brighton & Hove Albion

Crystal Palace suffered disappointment as they lost their Carling Cup semi-final encounter with Cardiff City last week, but both loanee defender Paul McShane and Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell were introduced as second half substitutes and performed well and both were in the starting eleven tonight. Another loanee, nineteen year old John Egan, has also performed well when called upon and was an unused substitute for this evening's encounter.


Ipswich Town 5-1 West Ham United

Doubts surrounded Ipswich Town's senior international defender Damian Delaney, who was reported to be the subject of a late transfer enquiry but he was named on the substitute bench in this shock victory, while fellow defender Joey O'Brien, back in training with the visitors following suspension, was not included in the matchday squad.

Leeds United 1-4 Birmingham City

Leeds United had senior international Darren O'Dea together with Under 21 player Aiden White in their starting eleven this evening. Midfielder Keith Fahey, rested by Birmingham City from their FA Cup victory at the weekend, returned as expected to the starting eleven this evening, as Chris Hughton's side came from behind to trounce their hosts.

Millwall 0-2 Watford

Senior goalkeeper David Forde who has been in fine form for Millwall in their last two encounters suffered disappontment in defeat this evening, while new signing Andrew Keogh was not eligible for tonight's contest. Eighteen year old midfielder Sean Murray certainly caught the eye in his FA Cup debut for Watford at the weekend and retained his starting position this evening.

Nottingham Forest 0-2 Burnley

Under 21 full back Greg Cunningham, whose loan to Nottingham Forest from Manchester City has been extended to the end of the season, has recovered from injury but was not included in the squad this evening for the visit of Burnley, for whom captain Chris McCann continues to impress, while Keith Treacy has been in and out of the side and was sustituted very early in tonight's victory. Treacy however, does appear to have lost the confidence of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni.

Southampton 1-1 Cardiff City

Under 21 international Joe Mason, who had earned a starting role for Cardiff City in recent league matches, was only on the substitute bench for the midweek Carling Cup semi-final success over Crystal Palace and found himself filling the same role this evening.

 



Championship Review
Saturday 21 January 2012


Barnsley 1-3 Millwall

Senior goalkeeper David Forde had an extremely disappointing return to the starting eleven for Millwall in their last league outing, as following the red card dismissal of two of his team mates, his side crumbled to a six nil home defeat by Birmingham City. A comfortable midweek FA Cup replay victory over League Two side Dagenham & Redbridge went some way towards healing the wounds, while this successful trip to Yorkshire was even more restorative.

 Birmingham City 3-0 Watford

Following completion of their European campaign, Birmingham City, for whom midfielder Keith Fahey has been consistent in midfield, have begun to climb the Championship table and now lie just outside the play-off positions with a match in hand. Buoyed by their midweek FA Cup replay victory at Wolverhampton Wanderers, they further consolidated their league position with this comfortable three nil victory over Watford at St Andrew's on Saturday afternoon.

Blackpool 2-1 Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace had Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell dismissed for a second yellow card offence in their one all draw with visitors Leeds United on Saturday last, so he missed out on this trip to the North West. Loan signings Paul McShane and nineteen year old John Egan were in the starting eleven for this afternoon's defeat at Blackpool.

Burnley 0-0 Derby County

Burnley captain Chris McCann was joined in their starting eleven by Keith Treacy for this scoreless draw with Derby County this afternoon. Senior international Paul Green completed another full ninety minutes for Derby County, following his return from injury while teenage midfielder Jeff Hendrick was introduced as a second half substitute following his recovery from an ankle injury.

Cardiff City 3-2 Portsmouth

Under 21 international Joe Mason has earned a starting role for Cardiff City in recent matches, and retained his position this afternoon. Goalkeeper Stephen Henderson continued as the last line of defence for Portsmouth, but was unable to prevent his side going down to a three two defeat. His club captain Liam Lawrence, with eyes on selection for the upcoming friendly against the Czech Republic and the UEFA Championship Finals in June also completed ninety minutes.

Leeds United 3-1 Ipswich Town

Leeds United had senior international Darren O'Dea in their starting eleven, while Under 21 player Aiden White entered the fray just before the hour mark as the hosts defeated an Ipswich Town side, for whom Damian Delaney rermains sidelined through injury.

Reading 0-1 Hull City

Under 21 international Robert Brady, on loan from Manchester United, was the Hull City hero with the only goal against the side who started the day above them on goal difference only. Reading centre back Alex Pearce has been the subject of recent speculation concerning a possible call-up to the Ireland squad, post EURO 2012.

West Ham United 2-1 Nottingham Forest

Under 21 full back Greg Cunningham, whose loan to Nottingham Forest from Manchester City has been extended to the end of the season, was forced to leave the action after little more than twenty minutes of this afternoon's defeat at West Ham United.




Championship Review
Saturday 14 January 2012


Crystal Palace 1-1 Leeds United

The hosts Crystal Palace had Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell dismissed for a second yellow card offence in their one all draw with visitors Leeds United this afternoon, while loan signing Paul McShane was introduced from the substitute bench midway through the second half. The visitors had senior international Darren O'Dea together with Under 21 player Aiden White in their starting eleven, with the latter substituted early in the second half.

Derby County 1-0 Coventry City

Senior international Paul Green completed another full ninety minutes for Derby County, following his return from injury, in this one goal victory over visiting Coventry City while teenage midfielder Jeff Hendrick returned to the substitute bench following his recovery from an ankle injury.

Doncaster Rovers 0-0 Cardiff City

Under 21 international Joe Mason has earned a starting role for Cardiff City in recent matches, and retained his position for his club in this scoreless draw at Doncaster Rovers this afternoon.

Hull City 1-0 Peterborough United

Under 21 international Robert Brady, on loan from Manchester United, was introduced from the substitute bench for Hull City mid way through the second half of this one nil victory over visiting Peterborough United for whom Daniel Kearns was in the starting eleven, but substituted with twenty minutes remaining.

Leicester City 1-2 Barnsley

Defender Sean St Ledger, currently on the transfer list, was an unexpected inclusion on the substitute bench for Leicester City this afternoon, but saw no action in what was a surprise home defeat.

Middlesbrough 0-2 Burnley

Burnley had captain Chris McCann in their starting eleven but Keith Treacy, an unused substitute as they suffered comprehensive FA Cup defeat at Norwich City last weekend, failed to make the matchday squad as the visitors shocked the high flying hosts.

Millwall 0-6 Birmingham City

 Senior goalkeeper David Forde had an extremely disappointing return to the starting eleven for Millwall this afternoon as, following the red card dismissal of two of his team mates, his side crumbled to a six nil home defeat by Birmingham City, for whom midfielder Keith Fahey was in his usual position.

Nottingham Forest 0-3 Southampton

Under 21 full back Greg Cunningham, whose loan from Manchester City has been extended to the end of the season, returned to the Nottingham Forest starting eleven but suffered disappointment in a comprehensive three nil home defeat by current table toppers Southampton.

Portsmouth 0-1 West Ham United

Goalkeeper Stephen Henderson continued as the last line of defence for Portsmouth, but was beaten from the penalty spot midway through the first half in this one nil defeat. His club captain Liam Lawrence, with eyes on selection for the upcoming friendly against the Czech Republic and the UEFA Championship Finals in June also completed ninety minutes.

 

 

 

Championship Review
Monday 2 January 2012


Cardiff City 3-1 Reading

Under 21 international Joe Mason opened the scoring for Cardiff City after thirteen minutes, as they collected all three points from a three one home success against Reading this afternoon.

Crystal Palace 1-2 Leicester City (1.00pm)

Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell was back in the starting eleven for Crystal Palace in this afternoon's early kick-off, but suffered disappointment in a home defeat. Sean St Ledger has been placed on the transfer list following his major falling out with new Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson and could soon be on his way out of the club.

Hull City 0-1 Derby County

Under 21 international Robert Brady, on loan from Manchester United, was introduced from the Hull City substitute bench on the hour mark, but to no avail as they went down to a home defeat. Senior international Paul McShane, a starter at Burnley on Saturday was not in the matchday squad. Another senior international, Paul Green was again in the starting eleven for Derby County, but the ankle injury which has forced teenage midfielder Jeff Hendrick out of the last two home contests, ruled him out of contention again. Fellow teenager, Mark O'Brien, suffered a cruciate ligament injury in training last week, and following surgery will be out for the remainder of the season.

Ipswich Town 1-3 Nottingham Forest

Defender Damian Delaney retained his place in the 'Trotters' starting eleven, following his return from an eight week injury absence, but suffered disappointment in a surprise home defeat. Under 21 full back Greg Cunningham, whose loan from Manchester City has been extended to the end of the season, was in the starting eleven for Nottingham Forest, while teenage striker Patrick Bamford, introduced as a late substitute in their disappointing home defeat by Cardiff City on Saturday, was again introduced as a late late substitute.

Leeds United 2-1 Burnley

Darren O'Dea continued in the Leeds United starting eleven as did Under 21 player Aiden White operating at left back, but Andrew Keogh was not in the matchday squad as the hosts scored two very late goals to collect all three points. Burnley, had captain Chris McCann in their starting eleven, but Keith Treacy was missing from the squad.

Peterborough United 1-1 Birmingham City

 Under 21 international Daniel Kearns, who has impressed in his fledgling Championship career for Peterborough United was introduced from the substitute bench on seventy five minutes this afternoon, while midfielder Keith Fahey retained his usual Birmingham City midfield position for the visitors, who earned a point for manager Chris Hughton with a very late equaliser.

Portsmouth 2-0 Watford

Young goalkeeper Stephen Henderson retained his starting position and continued his fine form for Portsmouth, which should keep him on the radar for post EURO 2012 squad consideration. His club captain Liam Lawrence, recently returned following injury, completed another full ninety minutes in a two nil home victory over Watford.

West Ham United 1-0 Coventry City

Joey O'Brien, who completed another full ninety minutes for West Ham United at Derby County on Saturday, found himself on the substitute bench for the visit of Coventry City this afternoon and the seconds of playing time he garnered at the end of this single goal success will contribute little to his Post EURO 2012 international ambitions.





Championship Review
Saturday 31 December 2011


Barnsley 4-1 Leeds United (1.00pm)

Darren O'Dea continued in the Leeds United starting eleven as did Under 21 player Aiden White operating at left back, and Andrew Keogh in a striking role. Keogh was substituted early in the second half of what turned out to be a 'Derby Day' battering by local rivals Barnsley.

Birmingham City 3-0 Blackpool

 Midfielder Keith Fahey was again in his usual Birmingham City midfield position for this comfortable three nil victory over visitors Blackpool at St Andrew's this afternoon.

Burnley 1-0 Hull City

Burnley, had captain Chris McCann and fellow midfielder Keith Treacy in their starting eleven for their one nil victory over Hull city at Turf Moor this afternoon. Under 21 international Robert Brady, on loan at Hull City from Manchester United, was introduced as a substitute midway through the second half while injury and suspension afforded senior international Paul McShane the opportunity to start his first match in some considerable time.
Derby County 2-1 West Ham United (1.00pm)

Senior international Paul Green was again in the starting eleven and scored on ten minutes in this Derby County victory over West Ham United, for whom Joey O'Brien completed another full ninety minutes. The ankle injury which ruled teenage Derby County midfielder Jeff Hendrick out of their home success against Leeds United on Monday last again kept him on the sidelines. Another teenager, defender Mark O'Brien, suffered a cruciate ligament injury in training on Tuesday morning, and following surgery will be out for the remainder of the season.

Leicester City 1-1 Portsmouth (12.15pm)

Sean St Ledger was not in the matchday squad for Leicester City and reports suggest a major falling out with new manager Nigel Pearson, which could herald his departure from the club during the upcoming January transfer window. Twenty three year old goalkeeper Stephen Henderson continued his fine form for Portsmouth which should keep him on the radar for post EURO 2012 squad consideration. His club captain Liam Lawrence completed another full ninety minutes this afternoon.

Middlesbrough 1-1 Peterborough United

 Under 21 international Daniel Kearns, who impressed in his first Championship start for Peterborough United in their home victory over Coventry City, retained his starting position and helped create the winning goal in Monday afternoon's victory at Nottingham Forest and was again in the starting eleven for this trip to high flying Middlesbrough.

Millwall 0-1 Crystal Palace (1.00pm)

Millwall goalkeeper David Forde was on the substitute bench this afternoon following his lengthy absence with a thigh injury. Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell was named as a substitute by Crystal Palace and was introduced some twenty minutes from the end of their one nil away victory.

Nottingham Forest 0-1 Cardiff City

Under 21 full back Greg Cunningham, whose loan from Manchester City has been extended to the end of the season, was in the starting eleven for Nottingham Forest, while teenage striker Patrick Bamford was introduced as a late substitute in another disappointing home defeat. Under 21 international Joe Mason was again in the starting eleven for Cardiff City.

Reading 1-0 Ipswich Town

On loan Ipswich Town midfielder Keith Andrews is expected to be sidelined with a hamstring tear for several weeks. Defender Damian Delaney retained his place in the 'Trotters' starting eleven following his Monday afternoon return from an eight week injury absence, for this visit to in-form Reading, who moved further up the table with another victory.


 

Championship Review
Monday 26 December 2011

Birmingham City 1-1 West Ham United (5.30pm)

 Midfielder Keith Fahey retained his place in the Birmingham City starting eleven for the visit of West Ham United, for whom Joey O'Brien also returned following suspension.

Burnley 3-0 Doncaster Rovers

Burnley, with captain Chris McCann in their ranks, collected all three points to consolidate their league position, when Doncaster Rovers visited Turf Moor this afternoon.

Derby County 1-0 Leeds United (1.00pm)

Senior international Paul Green was in the starting eleven but an ankle injury ruled teenage Derby County colleague Jeff Hendrick out of this fixture. Another teenager, defender Mark O'Brien, made a very late substitute appearance in this home victory. Visitors Leeds United started with Under 21 player Aiden White operating at left back, but he was replaced on seventy four minutes while Darren O'Dea returned to the starting eleven. Andrew Keogh was introduced from the bench mid-way through the second half.

Leicester City 1-1 Ipswich Town

Sean St Ledger was not in the matchday squad for Leicester City for this one all draw with Ipswich Town, for whom midfielder Keith Andrews, on loan from Blackburn Rovers, was forced to leave the field through injury just before the half-time break. Defender Damian Delaney was back in the 'Trotters' starting eleven following his eight week injury absence.

Middlesbrough 1-0 Hull City

Under 21 international Robert Brady, on loan at Hull City from Manchester United, was introduced from the substitute bench mid-way through the second half of this defeat. Senior international Paul McShane has been an unused substitute for some time and continued in that role this afternoon.

Millwall 1-0 Portsmouth (1.00pm)

Millwall goalkeeper David Forde continues to be absent with a thigh injury and it is unclear when he might return. Twenty three year old fellow goalkeeper Stephen Henderson continues to perform with distinction for Portsmouth and must be on the radar for post EURO 2012 squad consideration. His club captain Liam Lawrence was substituted with a hamstring injury just after the hour mark last week but succeeded in compoleting the full ninety minutes this afternoon.

Nottingham Forest 0-1 Peterborough United

Under 21 full back Greg Cunningham, on loan from Manchester City, again played the full ninety minutes in this disappointing home defeat. He was in direct opposition to fellow Under 21 international Daniel Kearns, who impressed in his first Championship start for Peterborough United in their victory over Coventry City last weekend and helped create the winning goal this afternoon.

Southampton 2-0 Crystal Palace (1.00pm)

Ireland Under 21 striker Sean Scannell continues to catch the eye with Crystal Palace and was again in the starting lineup for this defeat at Championship leaders Southampton.
Watford 1-1 Cardiff City (12.00noon)

Another Under 21 striking candidate, Joe Mason, continues to accumulate match time and experience with Cardiff City and was in the starting eleven today, before being substituted with fifteen minutes remaining of this one all draw.




Championship Review
Week-ending 18 December 2011

[Sunday]

Portsmouth 1-1 Southampton (1.00pm)

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