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Notts County boss John Sheridan has warned his players not to underestimate Boreham Wood when the two sides meet in the FA Cup on Sunday. The Hertfordshire side are currently pushing for a playoff spot in the National League, one division beneath League Two. Despite the Magpies being tipped as favourites, they were humiliated last year at non-league Salford City, and Sheridan is well aware of this. "They are a strong outfit, going well in the league. They've got pace in the team,"

Notts County captain Michael O'Connor has claimed that his side are well placed to enjoy a tilt at promotion this season. The Magpies currently sit sixth in the table after 15 games played in League Two and just two defeats in their last eight. "Our aim at the start of the year was to get promotion," the midfielder told the Nottingham Post. "To be sitting sixth at the start of November is good. We'd like to be a bit higher, because we've dropped points when we thought we could hav

Haydn Hollis has claimed that going back to basics has helped him rediscover his form for Notts County. The 24-year-old came under criticism numerous times over the last year but he was a key player for the Magpies against Portsmouth and Luton Town. Asked about his performances over the last two games, Hollis told the Nottingham Post: "I think I've been good, but that's expected of me. "You've just got to head, kick it and just do the basics right. "That's what I've done - I'

Notts County manager John Sheridan has refused to blame Vadaine Oliver for failing to convert a late penalty in Saturday's League Two goalless draw against Luton Town. A foul on Haydn Hollis in the final ten minutes of the game gave the Magpies a chance to edge ahead, but goalkeeper Christian Walton was able to make the save and help the visitors to a point. "I am disappointed we haven't come away with three points and for any neutral watching the game they would have seen two decent t

Adam Campbell has claimed that Notts County are more than capable of beating Luton Town in today's game at Meadow Lane. The Hatters are fourth in League Two and are unbeaten in their last seven games in all competition. Notts, however, have stopped the rot with a superb result at Portsmouth last weekend, winning 2-1 against one of the most dangerous teams in the division. In addition the Magpies have won their last two games against Luton, beating them 2-0 on their own patch back

Luton Town defender Alan Sheehan has pledged not to celebrate if he scores against Notts County unless he gets a hostile reception from the fans. The 30-year-old is well known among the Meadow Lane faithful, having played 142 times for the Magpies between 2011 and 2014, as well as during a three-month loan spell from Bradford City last season. As Notts host the Hatters on Saturday, Sheehan had kind words to say about the fans and said he would mute his fanfare should he score against h

Notts County striker Jon Stead is set to be out of action until Christmas, club manager John Sheridan has claimed. The 33 year-old forward, who has scored nine goals in League Two this season, has not featured for the Magpies since injuring his ankle against Crewe Alexandra on October 15. "I spoke to Steady about two days ago," Sheridan told the Nottingham Post. "I've not spoken to the physio regarding the results of the scan. "I would have expected that if they had the resul

Adam Collin has expressed his desire for Notts County to stop making "silly mistakes" at the back in a bid to help the club further up the table. The Magpies held on for an impressive 2-1 win at Portsmouth last weekend, with the man in between the sticks putting in a strong display. Up next for sixth-placed Notts is Luton Town's visit of Meadow Lane and Collin highlighted the errors in goal and defence as something that needs to be cut out. He told the Nottingham Post: "We'd like

John Sheridan has described Adam Campbell as "probably the brightest footballer" at Notts County, but admits that he can get idle at times. The former Newcastle United forward struck twice at Fratton Park on Saturday to give the Magpies an impressive 2-1 win over Portsmouth. "He's a lovely footballer, and he's very clever," Sheridan told the Nottingham Post. "He's probably the brightest footballer at the club. "He is the one who has what I call a 'gear change'. He knows when

Former Notts County boss Martin Allen motivated his players ahead of a derby against Nottingham Forest by walking half-naked into the River Trent at five in the morning. The story is another of the anecdotes featured in the book One Flew Over the Magpie's Nest, written by lifelong Magpies fan Paul Mace and containing stories from former players, managers, directors and fans. Following Monday's revelation of Roberto Mancini almost taking the reins at Meadow Lane, it was revealed on Tues

Notts County were on the verge of appointing Roberto Mancini as manager during the Munto season, Sven Goran-Eriksson has revealed. The sensational anecdote is reported in a new Notts County book titled One Flew Over the Magpie's Nest, written by lifelong fan Paul Mace and containing stories from former players, managers, directors and fans. The Italian coach, who had just won three successive Serie A titles with Inter Milan but was sacked to make way for Jose Mourinho, had agreed a fou

Notts County boss John Sheridan has confirmed that the club will be appealing Aaron Collins' red card in their 2-1 win at Portsmouth on Saturday. The on-loan Wolves striker was dismissed late on when he appeared to collide with Pompey goalkeeper David Forde while charging down a clearance. Sheridan was furious with the decision and told reporters after the game: "He hasn't touched him. I've seen it on the video. "Aaron stupidly has made an effort to block the ball, but there's no

Notts County goalkeeper Adam Collin has claimed that his side's ability to adapt to their opponents' game was crucial in sealing victory at Portsmouth. Following the Magpies' 2-1 win at Fratton park, he told the official website: "I'm delighted with the result mainly. "Obviously I'm really pleased with my performance, but getting three points at a really tough place like this is the main thing. "They dominated the first half - we adapted at half-time and, especially with 10 men, w

John Sheridan has reiterated the importance of keeping tight at the back as Notts County prepare to visit Portsmouth, a team deemed by the boss to be the best in League Two. The Magpies go into the Fratton Park game one point off the playoffs, but there has been much frustration due to poor goals conceded by the squad in the last few games. "The players understand, and I do as the manager, that we have to try to work harder to keep clean sheets," Sheridan told the assembled media at hi

Notts County defender Matt Tootle has admitted that his recent performances for the club have not been up to scratch. The Magpies suffered two consecutive defeats, against Mansfield Town and Morecambe, to slip down the League Two table. Meanwhile, the 1-1 draw against Crewe Alexandra came about because of lacklustre after scoring their first goal, conceding within 60 seconds. "I feel as if I need to get a bit of a run going myself," Tootle told reporters. "I started the seaso

Notts County loanee Aaron Collins is eager to make John Sheridan's starting XI, treating every substitute appearance he's made so far as if he's "knocking on the manager's door". The Wolverhampton Wanderers winger has impressed for the Magpies since joining on loan in August, scoring several goals and adding energy when coming on. "Every time I go out on the pitch, I feel as though I am knocking on the manager's door," Collins told reporters. "I've done well every time I have come

Notts County defender Matt Tootle has expressed his dismay at conceding a minute after scoring against Crewe Alexandra, admitting his side were not switched on after kickoff. Jonathan Forte opened the scoring for the Magpies in the 80th minute of Saturday's League Two clash at Meadow Lane, only for Alex Kiwomya - nephew of former Notts boss Chris - to equalise moments after the restart. Tootle told reporters: "You can be susceptible after you've scored a goal and you are more likely to

John Sheridan has described Notts County's goal concession right after they scored against Crewe Alexandra as "criminal". Jonathan Forte struck in the 80th minute to put the Magpies in pole position for a second home league win of the season but Alex Kiwomya equalised moments after kickoff. The final result was 1-1 and Sheridan bemoaned his side's inability to see the game out. "We are a bit nervy at the moment and you can see that," he told reporters. "I thought we were the

John Sheridan has expressed his frustration at going into this weekend's game against Crewe out of the top seven. The Magpies lost their last two games, at Mansfield Town and at home against Morecambe, to find themselves 10th in League Two ahead of the Railwaymen clash. Sheridan also played down the boos directed towards the side, adding that fans "pay their money and are entitled to an opinion." "I am still frustrated because I would have liked to have gone into the Crewe game fo

Notts County boss John Sheridan reveals he did not shout at his players following their 2-1 home defeat against Morecambe, as he felt it would not have been "the right thing to do". The Magpies suffered their second defeat in four days on Tuesday night when the Shrimps won at Meadow Lane, which followed the 3-1 defeat at Mansfield Town. "I didn't go in shouting, even though I wanted to, I didn't think it was the right thing to do," Sheridan said. "I will try to pick them up and I

Notts boss John Sheridan says his side must start more aggressively against teams at Meadow Lane if they are to improve on their poor home form. The Magpies have won just won one of their six league games at home this season, and on Tuesday night Morecambe were the latest side to pick up all three points with a 2-1 win. "In the last 20 minutes we looked as though we enjoyed it, and got on the front foot," Sheridan told reporters. "My defenders are also 40 yards from the goal, so w

Notts County boss John Sheridan is looking for a good response from his players against Morecambe tonight. The Magpies enjoyed a good run prior to last week's derby at Mansfield Town but were brought back down to earth with a 3-1 defeat. Sheridan told reporters at a press conference: "I've tried to forget about it as much as I can. I am still disappointed obviously especially for the supporters. "Last season was on people's minds so I wanted to go there and pay them back. I wanted