North of England Branch AGM at Leeds Mon 16th Jan 2012 12:44 The AGM of the North of England Branch of the Supporters Club will be held at The Brewery Tap, Station Approach, Leeds prior to Saturday’s match at Elland Road. Open to all Town fans, the meeting runs from 12.30 to 2pm and includes a question and answer session with chief executive Simon Clegg and former striker Alex Mathie, while branch president Kevin Beattie will also be in attendance. |
Lee-Barrett May Be Only Change as Town Face Derby Fri 16th Dec 2011 12:47 Keeper Arran Lee-Barrett’s return could be the only change to Paul Jewell’s side when the Blues meet their manager’s old club Derby County at Portman Road on Saturday. The 27-year-old will replace David Stockdale, who was recalled from his loan by parent club Fulham on Wednesday. |
Town Again Set to Be Unchanged for Trip to Cardiff Fri 14th Oct 2011 14:10 Town are expected to field the same starting XI for the fifth successive match for the first time since 1998 when they visit Cardiff on Saturday. Blues boss Paul Jewell will be looking for his side to win their fourth consecutive game on Bluebirds territory and record their sixth victory on the trot over the Welsh side at all venues. |
Jewell Weighing Up Formation Change for Saints Clash Tue 16th Aug 2011 12:08 Town boss Paul Jewell is considering a change of formation for newly-promoted Southampton’s visit to Portman Road this evening (KO 7.45pm). The Blues manager is weighing up whether to move to his preferred 4-4-2 from the 4-5-1 he has utilised in both Town’s league games so far this season. |
Holland Beats Osman in Game of Three Thirds Wed 11th May 2011 15:41 It’s not often you get to write about a match that is a game of three thirds, but that pretty much sums up Tuesday’s Portman Cup clash played on the main pitch between two sides made up of fans desperately trying to emulate their heroes. Amongst them, playing in an unfamiliar left-back role, was TWTD’s Phil Ham. |
Jewell: Ball in Hull's Court Over Bullard Fri 29th Apr 2011 15:05 Boss Paul Jewell has revealed that he’s spoken to Hull City’s head of football operations Adam Pearson on a number of occasions regarding Jimmy Bullard’s future and says the ball is in the Tigers’ court. The 32-year-old — who has enjoyed a hugely successful loan spell with the Blues in the second half of the season - has another two years remaining on his £45,000-a-week contract at the KC Stadium. |
Jewell: Next Three Games a Test of Town's Progress Fri 04th Mar 2011 16:13 Boss Paul Jewell says Town’s next three games, starting with Saturday’s live Sky match at Cardiff (Sky Sports Two/HD Two 5.20pm), will give a good indication of how far the Blues have progressed under his management. Town subsequently face Reading at home and then a trip to Leeds. |
Jewell Looking for Three League Wins in a Row Against Struggling Blades Fri 04th Feb 2011 14:10 Town will be looking to win three league games in a row for the first time since the end of the 2008/09 season when Sheffield United visit Portman Road on Saturday. Manager Paul Jewell will hope his side’s growing confidence will see them to a victory over the struggling Blades. |
Crystal Palace 1-2 Town Sat 21st Aug 2010 17:09 Town picked up their second away win of the season as Roy Keane’s men beat George Burley’s Crystal Palace 2-1 in an ill-tempered clash at Selhurst Park, both teams ending the match with 10 men. Grant Leadbitter netted a penalty just after the break, Claude Davis having been sent off for a foul on Jon Stead, then Carlos Edwards added the second, prior to Andros Townsend making an early exit and Neil Danns pulling a late goal back for the home side. |
Keane Pleased With Senior Players Wed 11th Aug 2010 01:29 Boss Roy Keane had praise for his senior players as a largely young Town team beat League One Exeter 3-2 in the Carling Cup after extra-time. The Town manager was also pleased with his youngsters, particularly 18-year-old debut goalscorer Ronan Murray. |