These Championships start on Saturday 26 April for the Men and Sunday 27 April for the Women in Fredericton, Canada.There are 31 Men's teams (what do you make of that, theo?) in 5 Groups. England, Ireland and Wales have been drawn together in Group A (allegedly a fair draw) with Scotland in Group D.

Germany play Scotland at 7.30am tomorrow with Ireland playing Portugal and England playing Wales at 11.30am. At 5pm, Netherlands will play Ireland. I've taken these timings from the World Curling Federation's website, but with an apparent 1 hour time difference between Canada and the UK , I'd rather add a further 5 hours on, following Welsh Curling's fine example.

Wales Men
Once again Wales have helped out by quoting their full schedule on their team photograph.

Andrew Tanner, Richard Pougher, Alistair Reid, George Fyffe

And Ireland have followed suit.
Ireland Women

Louise Kerr, Nina Clancy, Bernie Gillett, Dale Sinclair

Ireland Men

Bill Gray, Neil Fyfe, David Whyte and Tommy Campbell


And Scotland? Nah, don't be silly. This is all Scottish Curling could come up with. Honestly, if it's not Bruce, they don't seem to be interested.
Scotland Women

Jackie Lockhart, Mairi Milne, Claire Milne, Katie Loudon
Scotland Men
Tom Brewster, Frazer Hare, Robbie Stevenson, Don Frame

England Women
Viv Kerr, Carole Topping, Desna Fielding, Jean Moat
England Men
Ken Horton, Douglas McGlynn, Martin Gregory, Stuart Brand
England do summarise their playing schedule, but it's not in a snappy photograph.

THE MATCH

SATURDAY 26TH APRIL KO 3PM

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LAST MATCH



Well, after nearly 4 months, we finally won a home game as we came from behind to beat Boro. It was Boro that struck first, when Hackney fed Azaz who fired past Charles. Boro were then awarded a penalty, which was harsh to say the least, but justice was served as Charles made a double save. Both teams had chances but the score-line stayed the same Onto the 2nd half and Windass had a shot saved before steering in the equaliser from close range. We should have score when Otegbayo missed with a close range header but we did get the winner when Musaba tapped in from close range from Pato's cross. Boro nearly got a point when Charles saved well and for the rebound to be crashed against the bar.

DEJPHON CHANSIRI, GET OUT OF OUR CLUB    

THE MATCH



Next up and our last home game of the season sees us entertain Portsmouth. Pompey are now safe from relegation following the results over the Easter weekend and will be looking to finish the season well, just like ourselves. It has been Portsmouth home form that has kept them up, we are 1 of 5 teams who have won there this season, as there away form has seen them win just 3 of there 22 away games. They are managed by John Mousinho, who has been in charge for just over 2 years and has a 45% win ratio. There leading score is Colby Bishop with 11 goals and 3 assists.

DEJPHON CHANSIRI, GET OUT OF OUR CLUB    

ALL TIME H2H

OWLS 29
PORT 27
DRAW 16

CURRENT FORM

OWLS  W L L D L D                                                                    

PORT W W D L L W

EFL STOOGES

DOES IT MATTER THERE ALL CORRUPT  

LEIGH DOUGHTY
Paul Hodskinson and Johnathon Bickerdike
Fourth Official: Stuart Morland

THE TEAM

Charles
Iorfa Ihiekwe Otegbayo Hatsuse
Bannan Charles
Gasama Windass Ingelsson
Smith

SCORE & SCORER (HOME TEAM SCORE FIRST)

1-1 Smith

WEDNESDAYS FIRT GOAL TIME

26

ATTENDANCE

28211

BML LEAGUE

Imre 30
Maddix 23
SCO 25
Washington 20
Wereham 14

BMPL

Stateside 19
Owlkev 14
Southey 12
Pei 10

OTHER GAMES OF MILD INTEREST

Bournemouth v Man Utd
Preston v Plymouth
Wrexham v Charlton
Cheltenham v Carlisle
Southend v Wealdstone

HDDAH

THE MUPPETT LEAGUE




KATE BECKINSALE TRIBUTE PIC

The Conference North and South finish the regular season on Saturday

In the North section, three sides can still win the title, meanwhile that is dwarfed by tthe epic struggle in the South division, six sides could win the title on the last day.

Reading have agreed terms with a buyer over the sale of the club and the English Football League has extended the deadline to complete a deal to 5 May.

This is the second time the EFL has given the Royals more time to complete a sale since owner Dai Yongge was disqualified under its Owners' and Directors' Test.

The first extension ran until 22 April, and the club have now been given another 13 days to complete a deal.

Reading re-entered talks with a buyer in early April, who they said they were in "advanced dialogue" with.

The club have now confirmed "further progress" has been made towards the sale, including the Select Car Leasing Stadium and Bearwood Park training facility.

"The terms of the deal have been agreed between the club's current owner Mr Dai [Yongge] and the buyer, whose identity must remain confidential at this stage. Both parties will now work to complete the necessary steps to complete the takeover," the club said.

"The buying party will be supporting the club's immediate financial obligations until the transaction is complete, and as such, day-to-day running of the club will be unaffected."

The EFL confirmed the second extension had been given for Yongge to "divest his interests" in the club.

If he fails to do so within the agreed time frame, the EFL has to power to stop Reading from playing matches.

"Earlier today, the EFL board granted a further extension until Monday 5 May for Mr Dai Yongge to divest his interests in Reading FC," the EFL said., external

"Since our last update on 3 April, further progress has been made in respect of the proposed sale of the club.

"As a result, the board deemed it appropriate to agree to the club's request to allow more time for matters to be concluded in accordance with EFL regulations."

Reading are seventh in League One and level on points with Leyton Orient who sit in the final play-off place above them.

Head coach Nelson Jardim has left Newport County by mutual consent after just under a season in charge of the League Two club.

The 46-year-old Portuguese coach took up the role on an initial one-year deal last summer.

"I have known Nelson for 15 years and we have always been open and honest with each other,'' said chairman Huw Jenkins.

"He felt that it was best for him and the club to move on with just two games left and our league status now secure."

Jardim hinted to BBC Sport Wales last week that he was considering his future at the Exiles, with his wife and young children still living in Portugal.

"When we started everything, it suited me and it suited the club to have a one-year contract," Jardim said.

"The changes were for the club and for me as well, I have a young family and we need to assess everything.

"We didn't change the plan. That conversation has to come at the end of the season, I've always felt confident with that and since the start, I have given my life to the club, 24 hours, seven days a week."

With two games remaining Newport are 20th in League Two on 49 points, eight above the relegation zone.

"I can't thank Nelson enough for his hard work, commitment and loyalty, especially as he left his young family in Portugal to take on the role," added Jenkins, who completed a takeover of the club in January 2024.

"He took on a tough challenge with lots of changes at the club from a squad overhaul to the way we operate and work.

"His main goal was to keep the club in League Two during a season of transition so that we can start building for the future. It took us longer than we probably wanted, but he feels that with the job completed then it was time for him to look for a new challenge.

"Having taken on board his thoughts and the timing, it also allows us the space to reflect and plan over the final two games and the summer to appoint a replacement as quickly as possible."

Jardim took charge of the club following the departure of Graham Coughlan in June 2024 with Jenkins promising a "new direction" for the club.

The Exiles then signed 17 new players during last summer's transfer window, while Jenkins is now looking to make his second managerial appointment in the coming months.

"It's been a difficult season at times, but considering all the experience we have gained over the last 12 months then I believe there is a clear understanding of what we need to move us forward as a team and a club," said Jenkins.

"We will be looking to bring in the right manager or head coach to build on those last 12 months so we can start the season strongly; move the club forward and challenge for the top part of League Two."

The club say they will update supporters on the management team to lead Saturdays' fixture at Fleetwood "in due course".

Wimbledon 1 -1 Port Vale
Doncaster 2-1 Bradford
Harrogate 2-0 Notts C
Barrow 1-1 Bromley
Cheltenham 0-0 Carlisle
Chesterfield 3-0 Morecambe
Fleetwood 2-1 Newport
Gillingham 1-2 Swindon
MKDons 2-1 Grimsby
Salford 1-1 Colchester
Tranmere 1-2 Crewe
Walsall 3-1 Accrington

Hibs travel up to Pittodrie on Saturday full of confidence following their record-equalling run. Hopefully the occasion won't be too much of a distraction - just concentrate and apply your usual commitment, come back with points on the board and the run will take care of itself.

Aberdeen are known for their fast attacking style, but given that they strugged to break down a stretched Hearts team last weekend, Hibs can take advantage with their own fast attacks, plus an abililty for a bit of guile and imagination.

Bowie is on top form just now and can be a huge asset in the run-in. We have a great chance of scoring from all over the team, so let's do the business.

GGTTH

...... and.... WE'RE OFF!!