Stoke City welcome Sheffield United to the Bet365 Stadium on Saturday looking to extend an impressive recent run in the Championship. Mark Robins’ side have taken 10 points from their last four league games, including victories over Norwich, Charlton and Watford, after losing their opening three matches of the campaign.

Jack Hardwick · 17 September 2026

North Staffordshire residents will soon have a direct train service to Manchester Airport, ending years of frustrating journeys involving changes at Crewe or Manchester Piccadilly.

Martin Pitchford · 10 September 2026

Port Vale head to Salford City today for a 12.30pm League Two clash, with the Valiants looking to come away from Greater Manchester with a valuable three points.

Martin Pitchford · 5 September 2026

Stoke City manager Mark Robins has urged supporters not to read too much into the club’s opening-day defeat to Swansea City, insisting there is no “doom and gloom” around the squad.

Jack Hardwick · 20 August 2026

Stoke City suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Swansea City at the bet365 Stadium,

Jack Hardwick · 16 August 2026

A 16-year-old from Stoke-on-Trent has been crowned the world’s fittest teen for the third year running after an incredible CrossFit Games performance.

Martin Pitchford · 16 August 2026