Two first half goals from Douglas and one from second half substitute Harkins gave Blackburn Res a 3-1 win away against Leeds Res last night. Rovers took the lead as early as 6 minutes and from there dominated the game, making it 2-0 at half time. Douglas was substituted at half time by Harkins, who virtually scored from the kick off with his first touch of the ball. Leeds got themselves a consolation goal with 5 minutes left of the game through Johnson. Leeds: Carson, Edwards, Farren (Stiens 53), Barmby, McStay, Domi, Keegan (Winter 53), Bridges, Chapuis (Armstrong 53), McMaster, Johnson. Yellow cards: Domi. Rovers: Enckelman, Peers, Morgan (Pelzer 71), Baggio, Michael Taylor, Martn Taylor, Donnelly, Danns, Johnson (Grabbi 60), Douglas (Harkins 45), Nelson. Yellow cards: Baggio, Donnelly, Nelson.

Latest Results. U17 Results. Crewe 4 Rovers 5 Rovers 4 Everton 0 Sheffield United 3 Rovers 3 Rovers 2 Nottingham Forest 1 Rovers 6 Man Cty 2 U19 Results Bolton 0 Rovers 4 Rovers 2 Man Utd 1 Everton 1 Rovers 0 Rovers 1 Wolves 1. Sheff Wed 2 Rovers 6

Blackburns U19 and U17, academy teams cant stop scoring, as both teams win 6-2 against Sheffield Wednesday and Manchester City. U19. Sheff Wed 2 Rovers 6. Johnson,Watt, Sakali, Bruce, Walsh, Corvino. U17 Rovers 6 Man City 2 Barker(2) Garner(2) Byrom, Stopforth.

Of excuse me oh wise one, I used the Rugby League phrase instead of the Rugby Union one. Sorry to disappoint you but they're called drop goals in rugby league. At Ewood we'd call it a miss. BEAMOOOOOOOO, BEAMOOOOOOOO

Blackburn manager Graeme Souness is reported to giving Romanian international striker Adrian Ilie a trial with the club. Nicknamed 'The Cobra', Ilie made his Romanian debut back in 1993. and is currently out of contract. As well as being prolific in front of goal, skilful and renowned for his spectacular efforts, Ilie can also play as an attacking midfielder. Date of birth: April 22, 1974 Prev. clubs: CSS Universitatea Craiova,Electroputere Craiova, Steaua Bucarest, Galatasaray, Valencia. Recently he has been lnked with Scottish clubs Dundee and Rangers. Agent Willie McKay is reported to have told skysports.com that the 29-year-old was training with Rovers. "Adrian is in England at the minute and he watched the Blackburn game at Manchester United on Saturday," he said. "He will train with the club so that they can assess his fitness and I am confident a deal will be done. "He has had chances to go to other clubs after leaving Alaves, but he feels ready to test himself in England. He is a proven player with a great pedigree having played with Valencia and Galatasaray."

A spirited second half fightback by Blackburn was not enough, as they went down 2-1 to United at Old Trafford this afternoon. On the half hour the Rovers defence failed to intercept a through ball by Fortune who put van Nistelrooy through, to beat Friedel at the near post. With half-time approaching a move that involved Ruud van Nistelrooy and Quinton Fortune lead to Kleberson stroking the ball past Friedel in to the back of the net. HALF TIME 2-0 At the start of the second half Blackburn made two substitutions. Bringing on Gallagher and Johansson for Jansen and Reid. Within 20 minutes of the restart, Gallagher slid the ball through to allow Brett Emerton through for a one to one with Howard, and make no mistake in beating the keeper. FULL TIME 2-1 Man Utd: Howard, Gary Neville, Ferdinand, Silvestre, O'Shea, Kleberson, Keane, Phil Neville, Fortune(Giggs84), Bellion,(Ronaldo72) van Nistelrooy(Forlan.88). Subs not used: Butt, Carroll. Blackburn: Friedel, Todd, Short, Babbel, Gresko, Emerton, Ferguson, Flitcroft(Baggio76), Reid,(Johansson45) Jansen,(Gallagher 45) Yorke. Subs not used: Enckelman,Taylor. Booked Ferguson. Referee: M Halsey

So close, both teams deserve credit for an entertaining morning. Plus played in a clean and sporting manner, that some of our footballers could learn a lot from.

what a game ............................

just had a phone call from my son whose watching in Berlin. had to phone to find out how long extra time is due to having german commentary .

20 minutes, golden goal, drop kicks, bit like america. hope its over before 12-30

heck, what a sporting weekend, got to get a beer down.

A TRYYYYYYYY 5-14

47m. 5-3 5-6

How can the aussies say England are boring with their kicking. Isnt aussie rules about kicking a ball between 4 posts.

Story in tomorrow's papers saying the Rovers' English and Aussie players have been enjoying a bit of banter this week and will be glued to the telly for the match. To judge from some of the quotes, Neill sounds a real pain in the arse. I'm surprised he has so much to say the way he has been playing this season. Meanwhile Brad is trying to figure out why they arent padded up, and wearing helmets.

United have an injury worry with Gary Neville, who aggravated his Achilles tendon whilst on international duty last Sunday.

With Andy Cole and Lucas Neill suspended and David Thompson and Grabbi injured, Blackburn manager Graeme Souness has named a squad of 17 players for tomorrows game at Old Trafford against Manchester United. With Neill missing Souness must decide whether he reshuffles the defence to bring Short back in to the centre of defence after injury and move Babbel to right back, or whether to retain the starting line up that beat Everton, slotting Taylor in at right back. Leaving Reid to continue out wide on the right midfield, with Emerton on the left and Ferguson and Flitcroft in the middle. Up front with Yorke passed fit, will Souness gamble on youngster Gallagher or the experienced Jansen as Yorke's striking partner. Squad. Friedel, Taylor, Babbel, Todd, Gresko, Reid, Flitcroft, Ferguson, Emerton, Yorke, Jansen, Enckelman, Short, Johansson, Baggio, Tugay and Gallagher. Why not read the fans forum to see what the supporters predict as the starting line up. Man U Preview Link

England suspended training today when some lines of white powder was found by Clive Woodward. However training was soon resumed when he was informed that it was the TRY line.

News, first reported on this site on the 14th November, regarding a knee problem for Blackburn midfielder David Thompson Thompson Injury Worry has now been confirmed by the club. Blackburn's Chief Executive John Williams is being quoted in the media, stating that Thompson has undergone an operation in America on his knee and may now miss the remainder of the season.

In a competative game a draw was a fair result, with Johnson, Douglas, Johansson and Enckelman being Rovers star performers. Enckelman who commanding his area, at one point made a triple save to gain applause from the spectators and the whole team. Rovers : Enckelman, Peers, Morgan, Harkins, Johansson, McEveley, Donnelly, Danns, Johnson, Douglas, Nelson. Subs: Michael Taylor, Renton, Watt, Andy Taylor, Barker, Drench.

A goal within 3 minutes, by Donelly gave Blackburn an early lead against Sunderland at Morcambe tonight, before the Black Cats equalised in the 33 minutes through Procter.

U17 Results. Crewe 4 Rovers 5 Rovers 4 Everton 0 Sheffield United 3 Rovers 3 Rovers 2 Nottingham Forest 1 Rovers 6 Man Cty 2 U19 Results Bolton 0 Rovers 4 Rovers 2 Man Utd 1 Everton 1 Rovers 0 Rovers 1 Wolves 1. Sheff Wed 2 Rovers 6 FA Youth Cup. Rovers youth will start this seasons competion away at Bury Saint. Edmunds, on the 3rd December.

Not the Garner and Barker of the 70's and 80's but the new generation, Joe Garner and Keith Barker. Following their 4-0 win against Everton, when Barker scored two, Blackburn's U17 beat Crewe 5-4 tonight with two goals each from Barker and Garner and one from Joel Byrom. The U17 have now collected 10 points from a possible 12 in their last 4 games. Scoring in total 14 goals. Latest results for U17 and U19......................

Ciccio Grabbi, is also reported to be heading to Italy for a operation. The £7m striker who has under achieved since joining the club is reported to needs surgery on a toe injury.

Early speculation on this web site regarding the fitness of Blackburn midfielder David Thompson would appear true, with reports in the media now indicating that Thompson will see a specialist next week regarding a knee problem. Thompson had an opperation on his knee last February, that kept him out for the remainder of last season and although initially it was believed that he had overcome the problem his knee is still causing him discomfort after games. Prior to his suspension, Thompson had started most games for Rovers this season, but due to continued discomfort, it is now being reported that he will be flying to America next week to see the specialist who has also treated Shearer, Jamie Redknapp, Steven Gerrard and Craig Bellamy, for a similar problem.