League Two News Roundup: Get the Latest Updates and Developments

In this article, we bring you the latest news from League Two. From injuries and signings to stadium developments and cup matches, we've got all the latest updates from around the league.

The Pride of Nottingham has compiled a comprehensive round-up of the latest happenings in League Two. From Accrington Stanley's Sean McConville being ruled out for three months to Wrexham goalkeeper Ben Foster retiring for a second time, we've got all the latest news and updates.

So sit back, relax, and dive into the world of League Two as we bring you all the latest stories and developments from around the league. Whether you're a fan of one of the teams or just a lover of football, there's something for everyone in this comprehensive round-up.

Accrington Stanley midfielder Sean McConville has been ruled out for about three months after suffering "multiple ligament tears" in Saturday's 2-1 home win over Harrogate. The 34-year-old had to be stretchered off late on in the game. Boss John Coleman said the veteran, who has scored two goals in four games this campaign, will be a big loss for the team. Stanley are currently fourth in League Two with seven points from their opening four matches.

Barrow have signed former Southampton striker Sam Bellis on a one-year deal after a successful trial. The 20-year-old left the Saints earlier in the summer, having failed to make an appearance for the first team. Before joining Southampton, he spent time in Manchester City's academy, where he worked under Barrow assistant Adam Temple. The Bluebirds are currently sixth in League Two with seven points from their first four matches of the season.

Morecambe have been given a three-point deduction, suspended until 30 June 2024, for not paying players on time. The club admitted to a breach of English Football League regulations, with wages owed for March being paid three days late. Controlling shareholder Jason Whittingham must also deposit an amount equal to 125% of their monthly wage bill to cover any future delays. March's payment delay came before Morecambe were relegated to League Two. Whittingham and Colin Goldring, who own the club, put them up for sale in September 2022 and stepped down from the board.

Newport County manager Graham Coughlan says new rules calculating added-on time are putting players at risk. The English Football League has introduced a more "accurate" way to calculate playing time, leading to far more beyond the regulation 90 minutes. But Coughlan does not expect anything to change until "the Klopps and Guardiolas" complain. "There you go again, you see another nine, 12 minutes on the clock, that's not healthy," Coughlan said.

Notts County striker Macaulay Langstaff said he knew the goals would come after breaking his duck on Saturday. Langstaff finished as the National League's top-scorer last term as his 42 goals fired the Magpies to promotion. The 26-year-old failed to find the net in the first three League Two games of the season but scored twice as County overcame Doncaster 3-1.

Wrexham goalkeeper Ben Foster has retired from playing for a second time. The 40-year-old former Manchester United and England stopper came out of retirement to rejoin Wrexham in March 2023 after an injury to Rob Lainton. Foster played a key part as Wrexham won promotion back to the Football League last season and signed a one-year extension only last June.

Manager Phil Parkinson acknowledges Wrexham are still coming to terms with the increased physicality of life in League Two. The National League champions came back from 4-1 down to draw 5-5 with Swindon in a remarkable game on Saturday. Wrexham are currently 15th in the table, having taken five points from four league games since returning to the EFL.

Bradford City has confirmed the departure of Bantams scholar Alfie Bradshaw today with the 16-year-old joining Premier League club Nottingham Forest to progress in their Academy. The teenager had only signed a scholarship with the West Yorkshire outfit this summer after rising through the ranks with the Bantams, impressing those at Valley Parade. Now, he’ll switch Yorkshire for Nottinghamshire with the youngster initially joining Forest as a scholar before going on to pen a professional contract with the club in September which will run until 2026.

Forest Green Rovers FC’s new “environmentally friendly” timber stadium is a step closer to fruition as their latest plans have been put forward. The club was granted outline planning permission for the new 5,000 seat ground near junction 13 of the M5 in December 2019. And now Dale Vince’s Ecotricity Group Limited has submitted a planning application to Stroud District Council for the layout, scale and external appearance of the stadium.

AFC Wimbledon have announced they have sold out their allocation for their EFL Cup second-round clash at Premier League side Chelsea. The Dons confirmed on their social media on Wednesday afternoon they had sold 4,298 tickets at Stamford Bridge. Johnnie Jackson’s side booked their place in the second round after a 2-1 win at Plough Lane over Championship side Coventry.

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