Midfielder to face Forest after 10-month banManager expects him to enjoy the moment Eddie Howe believes Sandro Tonali is on a mission to repay Newcastle’s trust as the Italy midfielder prepares to return from a 10-month suspension at Nottingham Forest on Wednesday night. Tonali’s ban for breaches of Italian betting regulations derailed Newcastle’s season and Howe is hoping last summer’s marquee £53m signing from Milan will swiftly make up for lost time, starting with the Carabao Cup tie. “I don’t know if debt is the right word but Sandro will naturally feel he wants to repay everyone here for the trust we’ve shown in him when we signed him,” said Newcastle’s manager, who has offered Tonali support during the suspension. “We’ve tried to support the human rather than treating him as a footballer, first and foremost. Continue reading...

Southampton boss Russell Martin says he is annoyed by the manner in which they conceded the only goal of the game to Nottingham Forest.

Leicester City manager Steve Cooper says his side were "punished by the ruthlessness of the league" after their 2-1 defeat by Fulham in the Premier League.

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo says their 1-0 victory against Southampton at St. Mary's Stadium was "well-deserved".

Russell Martin insists he will not sacrifice his possession-based philosophy but he will surely need to modify it this season after his toothless Southampton team misfired on their home return to the Premier League against Nottingham Forest. Martin will plead patience but Southampton spluttered in front of their fans and were fortunate not to trail during a meagre first half. Nuno Espírito Santo’s side were rewarded with the opener through Morgan Gibbs-White, with Southampton offering little in response. They still await a first goal and point since their return to the top flight after earning promotion at Wembley. Continue reading...