EFL 72: Highlights after Sky Sports visited every club in League Two ahead of the new season
Sky Sports News: A Roundup of League 2’s Most Exciting Moments
As Sky Sports News brings you to every single club in the EFL, today has been all about League 2, showcasing the best bits from the campaign’s opening days.
New Beginnings in Newport
Portugal’s Nelson Jardim is set to transform the way Newport plays, focusing on a new style of football this season. "The main point for this season is to make sure we can see clearly there’s a new style of football being implemented and hopefully that style of football will give you that comfortable season and the comfortable would be obviously being in a position where you can keep thinking and being focused on improving your style of football and hopefully attract more players to this club as well."
Chesterfield’s Biggest Fan Takes on an Incredible Challenge
Zoe Edge, a huge Chesterfield fan, is attempting to roll the length of Chesterfield’s pitch, an impressive feat considering she has cerebral palsy. Her determination and spirit have left fans and staff alike in awe.
Bradford’s Ambition for League 2 Title
Manager Graeme Alexander is well aware that expectations at Bradford are high, but remains focused on what matters most – winning games. "I’d be lying if I said the expectation here isn’t to win, but um you know I don’t think we’re the only club in League 2 with those ambitions… nothing will win games of football outside of the pitch."
New Faces and Familiar Faces in Fleetwood and Gillingham
Charlie Adam has taken over as Fleetwood’s head coach, drawing on his experience as a player. "The hardest thing is when you’re a young coach coming into the game is getting an opportunity… and I was given that opportunity." Meanwhile, Gillingham goalkeeper Glenn Morris took on Mark McCadam in a fun challenge of darts and ping-pong, with Morris emerging victorious.
More News and Updates
Our reporter Mark McCadam took a detour to Colchester for some breaking news, revealing the signing of Teddy Bishop from Lincoln City. "It’s a really good really good deal for us… one we’re really really pleased about." The busy day didn’t stop there, as the Colchester head coach went on to discuss the team’s transfers and preparations for the upcoming season.
And Don’t Forget…
With the new season just around the corner, fans can look forward to over 20 matches per team on Sky Sports Plus, launching tomorrow. Don’t miss out on the excitement – scan the QR code on your screen now for more information!