Football

Everton fans have solidified their support for manager Rafa Benitez despite Sunday's defeat to Manchester City. With Everton struggling to put together any type of form, it begs the question if Benitez is the right man for the job.

Liverpool loanee Paul Glatzel has contributed to more goals in all competitions than any other player at Tranmere this season. A goal and an assist against Bristol Rovers on Saturday means he has overtaken midfielder Kieron Morris as their leading goal provider.

South Liverpool’s home fixture against Steeton AFC was postponed shortly before kick-off after visiting players discovered personal items had been taken as they were warming up. The afternoon on Jericho Lane turned sour when Steeton’s players discovered personal belongings had been taken from their changing room before North West Counties League North Division clash.

Paul Carden has left Warrington Town after five years in charge to join AFC Telford United of the National League North. Shortly after Warrington’s 2-2 draw against Mickleover Sports, the club announced they had been approached and talks were taking place with the manager.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said "it’s over when it’s over, but for now there’s plenty of time" when asked about his Liverpool contract. The German manager had no concrete answers for where he could be in two and half years’ time.

Goals from Jade Bailey and Taylor Hinds earned a valuable three points for Liverpool FC Women in their FA WSL Cup tie against Blackburn Rovers. Liverpool started brightly and Ashley Hodson fired wide from close range and a Missy Bo Kearns strike was well saved.

Tranmere Rovers forward Elliot Nevitt has signed a new deal with the club, keeping him at Prenton Park until 2023. Nevitt has only scored two goals in all competitions this season.

Marine have been drawn against Bradford Park Avenue in the second round of the FA Trophy. The Mariners defeated Dunston on penalties in Saturday's first round, a game which saw one of the Dunston players fix the floodlights after they failed at the Globe Arena.

Litherland REMYCA will play their games at Bootle FC after their Litherland Sports Park ground was damaged in a storm. The temporary arrangement will see Litherland REMYCA staging home games at the Berry Street Stadium until their home ground is repaired.

Steven Gerrard’s managerial career has so far been a success. The Liverpool legend led Rangers to their first Scottish league title win in 10 years - and did not lose a game doing so. But how will he fair back in the Premier League?