Events Today
Dave Wagstaffe shown the first red card in Football League history at Leyton Orient
Blackburn Rovers winger Dave Wagstaffe became the first player shown a red card in English football during a Division Two match against Leyton Orient. Later that same afternoon, George Best was also sent off while playing for Fulham against Southampton.
Chesterfield’s incredible comeback turns 3-0 and 5-3 deficits into a 5-5 classic
The B2net Stadium witnessed one of the most astonishing EFL comebacks as Chesterfield fought back from 3-0 and 5-3 down to draw 5-5 with Crewe Alexandra in a remarkable League Two classic. Jack Lester scored twice, Danny Whitaker converted two penalties and Craig Clay struck a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser.
Derby demolition as City hit six and Haaland makes Premier League history
The 188th Manchester derby became a brutal exhibition of Manchester City’s attacking power as Pep Guardiola’s side demolished Manchester United 6-3 at the Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both scored hat-tricks in a stunning attacking display.