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Five questions every Huddersfield gold seller should ask, as local buyer warns rogue operators are costing the town £130,000 a year - Huddersfield Hub
Households in Huddersfield could be losing more than £130,000 a year to unscrupulous gold buyers, according to a Kirklees dealer
Sebastiaan Bornauw admits he 'fought hard' for move from Leeds United to Hamburg
Sebastiaan Bornauw has made an admission regarding his summer move away from Leeds United Sebastiaan Bornauw has revealed he “fought hard” to seal a move away from Leeds United in the summer transfer window. The 27-year-old was a £5m acquisition for Leeds in the summer of 2025, leaving Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg for the Whites. He found opportunities limited in his maiden Premier League campaign, acting as a back-up and managing just 12 league outings.
Northampton Town v Rotherham United: Alex Bruce 'tempted' to throw ex-Sheffield Wednesday man in for debut
Rotherham United head coach Alex Bruce has previewed his side's trip to Northampton Town Rotherham United head coach Alex Bruce is “very tempted” to throw Dominic Iorfa in at the deep end away at Northampton Town. Jet-heeled defender Iorfa has only been a Miller for a matter of days having put pen to paper on a short-term deal earlier this week. The 31-year-old has only ever played above League Two level and was a free agent following the end of his seven-year assocation with Sheffield Wednesday.
Everton 'considering' move for Sheffield Wednesday, West Ham United and Wrexham-linked Jamie Vardy
Everton have been credited with interest in a Sheffield Wednesday-linked forward Everton are reportedly considering a shock move for Sheffield Wednesday-linked marksman Jamie Vardy. The 39-year-old, a Leicester City legend and former England international, is currently a free agent following the expiry of his contract at Serie A outfit Cremonese. He has been the subject of interest from League One promotion hopefuls Wednesday, who released the boyhood Owls fan from their academy as a teenager.
Sheffield Wednesday boss Henrik Pedersen issues Ricardo Santos, Max Lowe, Barry Bannan and Harry Gray updates
Henrik Pedersen issued injury updates following Sheffield Wednesday's 7-2 win over Bromley Sheffield Wednesday were handed some injury doubts during their ruthless 7-2 victory over Bromley. There was plenty to enjoy at Hillsborough as the Owls tore the Ravens apart with a level of attacking vibrancy not seen in S6 for a while. However, the withdrawals of defender Ricardo Santos and midfielder Barry Bannan sparked concern, as did the absences of defender Max Lowe and forward Harry Gray.
Doncaster Rovers boss Grant McCann makes 'soft goals' admission after draw with Stevenage
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Is Doncaster Rovers v Middlesbrough on TV? Channel and streaming details for Yorkshire derby in Carabao Cup
The key TV and streaming details as Doncaster Rovers prepare to host Middlesbrough Doncaster Rovers and Middlesbrough are set to go head-to-head in a Yorkshire derby in the second round of the Carabao Cup. The clubs met in the first round last year and Doncaster ran out as shock 4-0 winners at the Riverside. Rovers will be the hosts this time, entertaining a Middlesbrough side now led by Kim Hellberg.
'It's fired me up' - Sheffield Wednesday star Barry Bannan given fuel for Bradford City derby by blunder
Barry Bannan has addressed his miss in Sheffield Wednesday's win over Leyton Orient Sheffield Wednesday star Barry Bannan has been “fired up” by his glaring miss against Leyton Orient. In Wednesday's League One campaign opener at the weekend, the midfielder capitalised on shoddy defending to race in behind and rount the Orient goalkeeper. All he had left to do was finish into an empty net, but the 36-year-old struck into the side-netting.
Sheffield Wednesday boss Henrik Pedersen clarifies stance on Charlie McNeill's future
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Largie Ramazani situation clarified by Leeds United manager Daniel Farke after pre-season snub
Largie Ramazani's situation has been clarified by Leeds United manager Daniel Farke Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has confirmed Largie Ramazani is not in his plans for the season ahead. The 25-year-old was a marquee signing for the Whites in the summer of 2025, when he sealed a move from Spanish outfit Almeria. He struggled to nail down a place in Daniel Farke's starting XI, eventually going out on loan to Valencia after the club's Championship title triumph.
Sheffield Wednesday target and Leicester City legend Jamie Vardy subject of São Paulo approach
Sheffield Wednesday seemingly face high-profile competition for Jamie Vardy. Sheffield Wednesday target Jamie Vardy has reportedly been the subject of a surprise approach from São Paulo. The 39-year-old is available to pick up on the free agent market following the expiry of his contract at Serie A outfit Cremonese. He has been linked with a clutch of clubs - including his boyhood club Wednesday - and Owls owner David Storch has admitted to interest in the Leicester City icon.
David Storch outlines desire to make Sheffield Wednesday the best football club in the world
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Is Manchester United v Leeds United on TV? Channel and streaming details ahead of Croke Park friendly
The key TV and streaming details ahead of Leeds United's friendly clash with Manchester United Leeds United are set to renew their rivalry with Manchester United at Croke Park in Dublin. The 82,300-capacity stadium tends to host Gaelic sports, but will be the venue for a friendly battle between the Whites and the Red Devils this week. Leeds visited Dublin last summer, drawing 1-1 with Italian giants AC Milan in front of a 51,711-strong crowd.
'We looked' - Sontje Hansen's absence from Middlesbrough FC squad explained by Kim Hellberg
Middlesbrough boss Kim Hellberg has explained Sontje Hansen's absence against Wrexham Middlesbrough winger Sontje Hansen missed the Carabao Cup win over Wrexham to build match fitness away from the senior group. The 24-year-old reported back to pre-season training late having represented Curaçao at the World Cup. He did not make the bench for Middlesbrough's first competitive game of the season on Friday (August 7), from which they emerged as 1-0 winners.
'He has to decide' - Joel Piroe's Leeds United dilemma assessed by Danny Mills as telling snub heightens doubt
Former Leeds United defender Danny Mills has weighed in on Joel Piroe's tough situation at Elland Road Former Leeds United defender Danny Mills has conceded Joel Piroe has a tough decision to make regarding his future at Elland Road. The 27-year-old forward was afforded just two starts in the Premier League last season, finding himself below Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Lukas Nmecha in the pecking order.
'You have to' - Hull City sent transfer message regarding Leeds United's Joe Gelhardt
An ex-Leeds United midfielder has weighed in on the future of Joe Gelhardt after his Hull City loan spells Hull City have been urged to re-sign Joe Gelhardt from Leeds United following their promotion to the Premier League. The 24-year-old was first borrowed by the Tigers in January 2025 and helped the East Yorkshire outfit stave off relegation to League One. He returned later in the year for a season-long loan spell and his 15-goal haul helped Hull seal promotion via the Championship play-offs.
'Like a breath of fresh air' - Leeds United given James Trafford insight by his ex-Bolton Wanderers coach
Leeds United have been given an insight into James Trafford by his ex-Bolton Wanderers goalkeeping coach Leeds United target James Trafford has the potential to become England's number one, according to his former goalkeeping coach Matt Gilks. Trafford is firmly in Leeds' sights and reports have indicated a £40m deal to sign the Manchester City stopper is set to be agreed.
Barry Bannan opens up on Sheffield Wednesday return and makes Millwall admission
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'It wasn't a no-brainer' - Joining Sheffield United was a considered choice for ex-Wolves star Matt Doherty
Ex-Wolves and Tottenham Hotspur defender Matt Doherty's first words after joining Sheffield United Sheffield United's new signing Matt Doherty has conceded the decision to join the club was not a “no-brainer”. When interviews are conducted with new arrivals at any club, the phrase ‘no-brainer' is often among the first to be ticked off the cliché bingo card. It suggests the choice to sign for the club was a simple one, when more often than not it was complex.
'He got a shock'
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Sheffield United confirm loan capture of 'exciting' Brentford playmaker Romelle Donovan
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Minstermen handed home opener for 2026/27 League Two campaign
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Sheffield Wednesday, Huddersfield Town and Reading offers for Kyreece Lisbie 'accepted' in fresh development
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Hull City-linked Callum Wilson verdict issued as West Ham man named as Coventry City 'target'
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Naina Patel - Concurrences
Naina Patel is a lawyer at Blackstone Chambers, based in the firm’s London office. Her practice encompasses all areas of civil liberties and human rights law, including immigration and asylum. She has particular experience in claims for judicial review involving constitutional law, discrimination, foreign and defense policy.
Lewie Coyle 'always believed' he could captain Hull City to play-offs as Sergej Jakirovic talk detailed
Lewie Coyle reflects on Hull City's surge into Championship play-offs and looks ahead to Millwall battles Belief in Hull City may well have wavered throughout a tricky April - but captain Lewie Coyle has been resolute in his faith. The Tigers failed to win any of their six games in a relentless month of Championship action, dropping out of the play-off places. Hull went into their regular season finale against Norwich City as the seventh-placed side, knowing their fate was not in their own hands.
Tom Coates - Concurrences
Tom Coates is a barrister at Blackstone Chambers, based in London. Following a successful 12 month pupillage at Blackstone Chambers, Tom Coates commenced his practice as a tenant in September 2014. His practice focuses on public and regulatory, competition and EU, commercial and sports law. He has particular expertise in public and competition issues and litigation in regulated sectors such as aviation, energy, telecommunications and higher education.
Bradford City, Huddersfield Town, Barnsley, Doncaster Rovers & Rotherham United's League One attendances ranked
The average League One attendances of Bradford City, Huddersfield Town, Doncaster Rovers and more have been ranked. While the third tier may be far removed from the glitz and glamour of the Premier League, it is a division rife with well-supported clubs. There are five Yorkshire clubs in the league and each of their fanbases have had their loyalty tested over the years.
Supercomputer's fresh Championship forecast after Sheffield United & Hull City blows and Middlesbrough boost
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Rotherham United have 'Jekyll and Hyde' issue to overcome following Cardiff City's obliteration of optimism
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Leeds Festival drug dealers jailed for possession of illegal substances at Bramham Park
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Man who inappropriately touched teenage girl at Hall Garth Park in Hornsea jailed
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Keir Starmer weighs in on Sheffield Wednesday administration development during PMQs
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Supercomputer predicts Championship table after Sheffield United, Hull City, Sheffield Wednesday & Middlesbrough twists
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Supercomputer predicts Championship table after Sheffield United decision and Hull City, Middlesbrough & Leicester City results
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Doncaster Rovers 'appalled' by racist abuse directed at Jordan Gibson after win over Bradford City
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Doncaster world champion boxing trainer jailed for 10 years for conspiracy to supply cocaine
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Two Bradford City fans arrested for alleged racially aggravated offences during Luton Town game
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Bradford City confirm Luton Town fan was arrested by West Yorkshire Police after alleged racist abuse
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The Tribunal’s recent judgment in the interchange proceedings gives important guidance on the use of counterfactuals in competition infringement claims. The Trial 1 judgment in the Merchant Interchange Fee Umbrella Proceedings [2025] CAT 37 was handed down on 27 June (here). The claims initially comprised over 2000 individual claims brought by merchants against Visa and / or Mastercard (the “Schemes”) in relation to the Multilateral Interchange Fee (“MIF”).
Liverpool star dies at 28 less than two weeks after his wedding
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Marine Trades Institute Announces Michael Kletti Memorial Scholarship
Marine Trades Institute is a non-profit organization recognized as a charitable organization and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The Institute is recognized as a Silver Star Veteran Friendly School for the 2024-25 school year. This scholarship will be awarded to one student per year attending the Marine Trades Institute. Qualifications include full time enrollment in either the Boat Building or Marine Technology training school.
Sheffield Wednesday boss 'a candidate' for top-flight job in potential blow for Southampton and Leicester City
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Bradford City 'appalled and disgusted' by damage to Valley Parade Fire Memorial
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Great Lakes Boat Building School Rebrands as Marine Trades Institute, Honoring Tradition While Expanding Student Opportunities
Marine Trades Institute is a leading educational institution dedicated to training the next generation of skilled professionals in the marine industry. Offering programs in boat building, marine technology, and other specialized certifications, the Institute is focused on developing the expertise needed to meet the growing demand for qualified workers in the marine trades.
Huddersfield Town fan frustration hangs heavy in the air as Peterborough United loss adds to 'strange feeling'
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Free agents Bradford City could sign including 12-goal ex-Bantam and former Hull City and Sunderland men
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Sheffield Wednesday and Queens Park Rangers 'submit offers' for forward previously linked with Middlesbrough
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