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    The following are the latest stories from League Two

    PL need to 'step up' for EFL clubs

    Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has called for the Premier League to "step up to the plate" and provide financial support for EFL clubs through the...

    'Players' voices now need to be heard'

    Kick It Out's Troy Townsend believes now is the time for football's governing bodies to really listen to players if there is to be fundamental change...

    Scunthorpe earn first win under Cox

    Scunthorpe boss Neil Cox picked up his first win since his return to his hometown club as a blistering first-half finish from midfielder Jordan Hallam saw...

    Salford, Forest Green play out stalemate

    Salford and Forest Green maintained their unbeaten starts to the Sky Bet League Two season with an entertaining 0-0 draw at The Peninsula Stadium.

    Port Vale, Harrogate preserve unbeaten starts

    Port Vale and Harrogate kept their unbeaten Sky Bet League Two records as they played out a hard-fought 0-0 draw at Vale Park.

    Novak inspires Bradford comeback

    Lee Novak scored twice as Bradford came from behind to beat Stevenage 2-1 in a game which had looked unlikely to be played this morning.

    Morecambe comeback adds to Southend woes

    Morecambe bounced back to winning ways with a deserved 2-1 victory at struggling Southend.

    L2 highlights, round-up: Newport beat Bolton

    Newport protected their unbeaten start to their Sky Bet League Two campaign with a 2-0 win over Bolton.

    Jones stunner rescues point for Barrow

    Noah Chilvers' first senior goal for Colchester was not enough to earn his side all three points as the U's drew 1-1 at EFL new boys Barrow.

    Exeter recover to beat Mansfield

    Exeter maintained their fine record at Mansfield with a deserved 2-1 win.

    Crawley edge Oldham in five-goal thriller

    Improving Crawley secured a second straight victory as they eased to a 3-2 success at struggling Oldham.

    Cambridge held in search for third straight win

    Cambridge were unable to make it three wins from three to start the new League Two season after drawing 0-0 at home to Tranmere in a match Rovers will feel...

    Portsmouth defeat increases pressure on Jackett

    A stunning 30-yard free-kick from full-back Tom James secured a first Sky Bet League One win of the season for Wigan, who increased the pressure on...

    'Ineffective test & trace preventing fans' return'

    The Shadow Culture Secretary Jo Stevens has criticised the government's handling of their decision to postpone the phased re-introduction of fans to stadia...

    Cheltenham vs Grimsby suspended after Covid case

    Grimsby's League Two fixture at Cheltenham on Saturday has been suspended due to a positive coronavirus case in the Grimsby squad.

    Police concerned by rise in hate crime figures

    Arrests for racist and indecent chanting more than doubled last season compared to the campaign before despite severe restrictions on fan attendance, a Home...

    Walsall vs Leyton Orient suspended due to Covid cases

    Leyton Orient's League Two fixture against Walsall on Saturday has been suspended due to a number of coronavirus cases in the Orient squad.

    Govt expects PL to help clubs as fans' return delayed

    The Premier League will be expected to help clubs throughout the football ladder after plans to allow fans to return at sports venues has been paused,...

    PL, EFL continue to support knee-takers

    The Premier League and English Football League (EFL) have reiterated that they will continue to support players who decide to take a knee.

    Appleton demands govt support for L1, L2 clubs

    Lincoln boss Michael Appleton has called for urgent financial support from the government for Sky Bet League One and League Two clubs.

    Lampard backs Premier League support for EFL clubs

    Frank Lampard says it is important for the Premier League to support EFL clubs financially as some continue to struggle during the coronavirus pandemic.

    FA warns of 'huge impact' of coronavirus restrictions

    The Football Association has welcomed the Government's commitment to provide financial support to clubs but warned that new coronavirus restrictions will...

    PL disappointed as plans for fans' return paused

    The planned return of spectators to sports venues in England from October 1 could be on hold for six months due to fears over a second wave of coronavirus...

    Orient vs Spurs tie in Carabao Cup called off

    Tottenham's Carabao Cup game at Leyton Orient is off due to positive coronavirus tests at the League Two club, with Orient owner Nigel Travis critical of the...

    Orient players testing positive threatens Spurs clash

    A number of Leyton Orient players have tested positive for coronavirus ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup game against Tottenham.

    Government to 'pause' planned return of fans on Oct 1

    Plans to allow a controlled return of fans into stadiums on October 1 is set to be "paused" as the Government attempts to tackle a surge in Covid-19 cases.

    Carlisle brush off Southend as fans return

    Carlisle welcomed the first fans back to Brunton Park with a 2-0 win over Southend thanks to quickfire first-half goals from Omari Patrick and Josh Kayode.

    Walsall deny Harrogate first home win

    Josh Gordon's late equaliser denied Harrogate back-to-back wins as they had to settle for a point in a 2-2 draw against Walsall.

    Stevenage ease past Oldham

    Stevenage earned their first win of the season with a dominant 3-0 victory over Oldham at the Lamex Stadium.

    Nichols strike secures win for Crawley

    Tom Nichols marked his home debut in style as Crawley Town beat Scunthorpe United 1-0 in a scrappy encounter at The People's Pension Stadium to claim their...