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Notts County manager Mark Cooper has claimed that veteran defender Mike Edwards will play all the remaining games for the Magpies if he remains fit. With Notts struggling for defensive solidity all season, Cooper picked the 35-year-old centre-back in the starting XI against Wycombe, and was rewarded with a clean sheet. The Magpies boss said: "If (Edwards) is fit he has to play every game because I know if the ball is there, he will head it and kick it. That's the basic rule of defendin

Notts County manager Mark Cooper has claimed his side “give possession away too cheaply” and need to work on controlling games better. Since taking over at Meadow Lane, the ex-Swindon boss has transformed his side within a matter of days, with promising performances against playoff-chasing Wycombe Wanderers and League Two leaders Northampton Town that led to draws. Cooper said: "In terms of the players' will to win and their desire, I am pleased, but we have to be better in terms of co

The post-Mansfield post-mortem continues for Notts County as manager Mark Cooper hints at a summer clearout should he be given the gig permanently. Notts have been left reeling following their 5-0 defeat at Field Mill, their worst result in the history of the fixture. "It's been a constant theme that they've (Notts) gone on little runs and then just capitulated," said Cooper. "There is obviously a problem somewhere and it needs to be sorted out. "I can't change the players ri

New Notts County manager Mark Cooper has confirmed that Stanley Aborah will be involved against Portsmouth in Friday's League Two clash at Fratton Park. The Ghanaian has not played for the Magpies since the 4-2 defeat at home to Oxford United at the beginning of January. He fell out of favour with Ricardo Moniz's successor Jamie Fullarton and subsequently appeared set to leave the club following a public spat. Coop

Notts County assistant manager Mark Crossley admits he is still looking to determine what Rob Milsom's best position is, but claims he will be a 'big addition' to the squad. The 29-year-old played the first half of Tuesday's reserve team game against Chesterfield, which saw the Magpies win 2-1 with goals from Graham Burke and Wes Atkinson. "We are working his best position out. I was at Fulham when he was coming through," Crossley said. "He was definitely a left-back. I believe he

Notts County assistant manager Mark Crossley has revealed that the club's players argued with each other after their 4-0 defeat to Cambridge United. The former goalkeeper hopes that the squad holding each other to account will spark a reaction and mark a turning point in the club's fortunes. "They fell out between themselves after the game and that's the first time I've seen that for a while," Crossley told the Nottingham Post. "We wanted that six weeks ago. Unfortunately it's gon

Mark Crossley insists that the EFL Trophy should not be seen as a waste of time, claiming that the opportunity to play at Wembley makes the tournament worthwhile. The competition has been under criticism by fans for the inclusion of Premier League academy teams this year. However, the Notts County assistant manager is treating it seriously, and wants his players to treat tonight's game at Rochdale with respect. "We want to win the game it's as simple as that," he told reporters.

Notts County assistant manager Mark Crossley has called on his players to show the club and fans "what they are made of" to get out of their current malaise. The Magpies lost their fourth consecutive league game on Saturday after they fell to a 3-2 defeat at Barnet, causing them to slump to 19th in the table. "In the first half we were pretty pleased," Crossley told the Nottingham Post. "We had two great chances to go 2-0 up and Vadaine (Oliver) said in the dressing room he has to

Mark Crossley has pledged to help take Notts County back to "where it belongs" as he targets a promotion challenge this season. The Magpies are flying high in League Two, having won five of their last seven games, and optimism is higher at Meadow Lane than it has been for a while. Crossley, Sheridan's right-hand man at Notts, is up for the challenge of rescuing the club from the doldrums of the fourth tier. "The club certainly shouldn't be where it is (in League Two)," the Barnsle

Mark Crossley has claimed that the decision to halt Saturday's League Two fixture between Notts County and Morecambe was correct as it was too dangerous to continue. The game at Meadow Lane got as far as the 10-minute mark when referee Dean Whitestone decided to take the players off before calling off the game altogether. Torrential rain, complete with heavy thunder and lightning, rendered the pitch unplayable, and Crossley believes it was the right call. "It was unplayable," said

Notts County could yet make more signings before the end of the summer transfer window, according to assistant manager Mark Crossley. The club has already bought seven players as they bid to bounce back from a horrendous 2015-16 season, but should the board ratify more purchases, then Crossley and John Sheridan will make the most of the opportunity. "There's still this week to go and I think the manager would like an extra couple of bodies, there's no doubt about that," Crossley told r

Notts County coach Mark Crossley has revealed how Cardiff City have allowed the Magpies to use their training facilities ahead of tonight's FA Cup fourth-round meeting with Swansea City. The first game finished 1-1 at Meadow Lane which meant a replay at the Liberty Stadium for a place in the fifth round and a trip to Sheffield Wednesday. Cardiff are now hoping to see their bitter South Welsh rivals beaten at the second attempt and Crossley says the Bluebirds are paying back a favour.

Notts County boss John Sheridan continues to have the backing of Ray Trew, according to assistant manager Mark Crossley. The Magpies have lost five league games in a row and are 20th in League Two, just four points above the relegation zone. Despite their awful form, Crossley insists that he and the gaffer have the confidence of the board. The ex-goalkeeper told BBC Radio Nottingham: "If Notts County were without a manager and looking for someone to get them out of it, John would

Oxford City manager Mark Jones has spoken of his players' heartbreak in losing late on to Notts County in Saturday's FA Cup second-round encounter. The National League South strugglers were seconds away from reaching the third round draw for the first time, having pegged the hosts back twice at Meadow Lane. Deep into injury time, however, Jorge Grant scored on the rebound with virtually the last kick of the match to clinch a 3-2 victory and put Notts in the hat for round three. Jo

In the aftermath of Notts County's thrilling yet agonising defeat against Colchester United, Luke Williams, the club's manager, cut a somewhat restrained figure.  Despite a four-goal offensive onslaught, Williams seemed to be holding back the fury that one might expect from a manager whose team had just conceded five goals. Speaking to Dave Bracegirdle before the game, Williams had described the number of goals his side was conceding as "really worrying." With eight goals conceded in two ga

Notts County suffered their first defeat of the season at Meadow Lane, falling 1-0 to Gillingham in a closely contested affair.  Speaking on BBC Radio Nottingham, Notts County correspondent Mark Stallard shared his thoughts on the match, emphasising the importance of taking chances, especially in tight games. During the post-match analysis, David Jackson, from BBC Radio Nottingham, opened by reflecting on a pivotal moment in the first half when Notts County full-back Nick Tsaroulla fou

Notts County legend Mark Stallard has urged the Magpies to exploit Wycombe Wanderers' mediocre defence. The Magpies lock horns with the Chairboys on Friday at Meadow Lane, a big League Two clash between the fourth-placed hosts and the third-placed visitors. “I think it’s a game that Notts know they have to go out and win because while a draw would be okay, it wouldn’t close the gap,” Stallard, who played for both Notts and Wycombe, told the Nottingham Post. “That could actually be a go

In the aftermath of Notts County's dramatic League Cup exit at the hands of Shrewsbury Town, BBC Radio Nottingham correspondent Mark Stallard provided an insightful analysis of the match. The tie ended 3-3 after 90 minutes, with Shrewsbury narrowly clinching the victory 4-3 on penalties. Stallard's reflections, shared on after the live coverage, offer a balanced view of the performance, acknowledging both the positives and areas for improvement. The match was a tale of two halves for Notts

As the dust settled on the pitch, the stark reality of Notts County’s performance began to sink in. Once a formidable force, the team seemed to have lost its spark. The match had kicked off amidst great anticipation, but swiftly spiralled into a series of squandered chances and defensive lapses. The echo of the final whistle served as a stark reminder of the tough road ahead. Following the Magpies’ disheartening 4-2 loss to AFC Wimbledon, the air was thick with disappointment. In his quest

Nottingham Forest manager Mark Warburton has confirmed that he has no plans to recall Jorge Grant from his loan spell at Notts County in January. The 22-year-old has been a revelation at Meadow Lane both last season, helping the Magpies survive in League Two, and this season, scoring 13 goals to help the club towards the top of the table. Warburton believes that Grant is in the best place to continue his development, as he is playing regular football in a side flying high, and admits t

Mark Yeates has claimed that the next two games for Notts County - both at home - will have a huge bearing on whether the club will survive in League Two or not. The Magpies welcome Cheltenham Town to Meadow Lane at the weekend before hosting Exeter City on Tuesday evening. With Kevin Nolan's side just a point above the bottom two and basement side Newport County having a game in hand which, if won right now, would put them above Notts, Yeates wants his new club to keep up the good wor

New Notts County player Mark Yeates has admitted that Alan Sheehan played a big part in convincing him of the club's stature, prestige and setup. The former Blackpool winger was one of six players recruited by Kevin Nolan and Alan Hardy ahead of the January transfer window's closure. Yeates told the Nottingham Post: "Sheez and I go back a long way. I went on loan to Leicester from Tottenham as a young lad and he was coming through the youth team there. "We've known each other sinc