Ollie Westbury

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Wolves v Tottenham preview: Vitor Pereira urges his side not to relax

1 week ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Wolves boss Vitor Pereira has warned his side not to relax when Tottenham visit Molineux this weekend. The 56-year-old has transformed his side since he took over from Gary O’Neil in December. They have not lost in the Premier League since the 2-1 home defeat to Fulham in February, and they are searching for their fourth successive league victory.
Wolves v Tottenham preview: Vitor Pereira urges his side not to relax

1 week ago | expressandstar.com | Ollie Westbury

Wolves boss Vitor Pereira has warned his side not to relax when Tottenham visit Molineux this weekend. The 56-year-old has transformed his side since he took over from Gary O’Neil in December. They have not lost in the Premier League since the 2-1 home defeat to Fulham in February, and they are searching for their fourth successive league victory.
Vitor Pereira reveals Matheus Cunha response after Wolves selection admission

1 week ago | expressandstar.com | Ollie Westbury

Vitor Pereira says Matheus Cunha 'understands' and is committed to helping Wolves after revealing his talisman would not make an immediate return to the starting XI. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Cunha has not been available to the head coach since he picked up a red card in the FA Cup clash against Bournemouth at the start of March.
Wolves boss gives definitive Matheus Cunha selection answer ahead of Spurs clash

1 week ago | expressandstar.com | Ollie Westbury

Wolves boss Vitor Pereira has confirmed Matheus Cunha will not go straight back into the starting XI against Tottenham on his return from suspension. The 25-year-old has not played for Wolves since he was sent off in the FA Cup clash at Bournemouth. Cunha was given his marching orders in extra time in the clash at the Vitality Stadium after an altercation with Bournemouth full-back Milos Kerkez.
Michael Appleton opens up on battle with testicular cancer

1 week ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Shrewsbury's Michael Appleton has opened up on his cancer battle as he returns to Lincoln this weekend - the club he was in charge of during his illness. The 49-year-old was diagnosed with testicular cancer back in 2021 during his time with the Imps - and he had to go under the knife to have a tumour removed. Appleton took charge of 143 games at the LNER Stadium and guided his side to Wembley where they lost 2-1 to Blackpool in the play-off final.
Michael Appleton set for talks with Shrewsbury Town hierarchy over future

1 week ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Michael Appleton has revealed he will hold talks with Shrewsbury Town next week regarding the club’s plans for the future. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565The 49-year-old signed a short-term contract at the Croud Meadow until the end of the season when he replaced Gareth Ainsworth as head coach more than two weeks ago.
Lincoln v Shrewsbury preview: Relegation beckons for Salop

2 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Relegation can be officially confirmed for Shrewsbury Town this weekend with their trip to Lincoln. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565The reality is everyone connected with Salop has been aware the drop into the fourth tier of English football has been a formality for a while. But this weekend, their fate would officially be sealed if they do not better Bristol Rovers' result - they are the side in 20th place in the League One table.
Shrewsbury keeper can bounce back says Michael Appleton

2 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Michael Appleton will ensure goalkeeper Jamal Blackman stays positive with the Shrewsbury head coach confident he can bounce back after a couple of mistakes. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565The keeper has made 22 League One starts since he was first signed by Salop back in December.
Lincoln v Shrewsbury predicted XI: Should Callum Stewart get a go?

2 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Shrewsbury head to Lincoln this weekend knowing relegation to League Two could be confirmed if the result does not go their way. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Salop head coach Michael Appleton will be doing everything in his power to delay that for another week and get his first win as Town head coach. After a 3-1 loss to Reading on Tuesday night, Appleton will consider changes to his Shrews team as he comes up against one of his former sides.
Michael Appleton pleased with Shrewsbury player's performance

2 weeks ago | shropshirestar.com | Ollie Westbury

Michael Appleton was pleased with George Nurse's contribution in Shrewsbury Town's clash with Reading - with his delivery being a big factor in his selection. Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.comand on Freeview 262 or Freely 565The 25-year-old is playing his first season of football since back-to-back ACL injuries over the past two years. Nurse's appearances this campaign have been limited with most bosses choosing to play him on the left side of a back three.