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Marvin Morgan looking to stake Shrewsbury Town claim

Determined Shrewsbury Town striker Marvin Morgan is desperate to be a hit in League One as he bids to establish himself as a first-choice forward.


Graham Turner relaxed after trio exit Shrewsbury Town

Shrewsbury Town boss Graham Turner insists he is not surprised to see three integral members of his promotion-winning squad wave farewell to the Greenhous Meadow.


Shrewsbury Town captain Ian Sharps is next to leave

Captain Ian Sharps has become the third member of Shrewsbury Town’s promotion-winning squad to leave the Greenhous Meadow, admitting it was his “toughest decision in football”.


James Collins in talks over Shrewsbury Town future

Shrewsbury Town striker James Collins will sit down with Meadow boss Graham Turner next week in a bid to sort out his future – and he is taking inspiration from former Town star Grant Holt.


Graham Turner prepared to wait for new signings

Patient Shrewsbury Town boss Graham Turner admits he will have to bide his time in bringing new recruits to the Greenhous Meadow.


Shrewsbury Town in battle to keep James Collins

Shrewsbury Town are facing competition in their battle to hang on to leading scorer James Collins – but have been given hope he may remain at the Greenhous Meadow.


Lionel Ainsworth proud to have played his part

Departing winger Lionel Ainsworth insists he will leave Shrewsbury Town with happy memories – despite admitting he expected greater first team opportunities this season.


Graham Turner already busy with Shrewsbury Town plans

Shrewsbury Town boss Graham Turner is braced for a frantic fortnight as he begins planning in earnest for life in League One.


Jermaine Grandison looks forward to Coventry return

Que Sera, Sera, whatever will be, will be, we’re going to Coventry, Que Sera, Sera.


Shrewsbury Town offer James Collins new deal

Promoted Shrewsbury Town have offered leading scorer James Collins a new contract as they prepare for life in League One.


Matt Richards tips Shrewsbury Town to make impact

Man-of-the-moment Matt Richards is confident Shrewsbury Town can take the rise in their stride and be a force to be reckoned with in League One.


Matt Richards big winner at fans’ awards night

Midfield general Matt Richards was the big winner as Shrewsbury Town’s promotion heroes took the acclaim of their ecstatic supporters.


Graham Turner will meet new test head on

Shropshire Star reporter James Garrison has followed Shrewsbury all year. He pays tribute to Graham Turner and the club’s rise to League One.


James Collins wants to stay at Shrewsbury Town

Promotion-clinching Shrewsbury Town striker James Collins admits the weekend winner was the highlight of his career – as he confirmed he wants to stay at the Greenhous Meadow.


Graham Turner: We do not fear League One

Ecstatic Graham Turner today pledged Shrewsbury Town will “relish” life in League One – as he saluted his promotion-winning heroes.


Nicky Wroe hails Shrewsbury Town form during run-in

Midfield dynamo Nicky Wroe believes Shrewsbury Town are carrying their best form of the season into the final weeks of their League Two promotion charge.


Graham Turner: Shrewsbury Town can win game again

Boss Graham Turner is confident there will be no psychological hangover when Shrewsbury Town aim to move to the brink of promotion in tonight’s re-arranged home derby with Port Vale.


Shrewsbury Town 3 Rotherham 1 – Match analysis

Precisely 16 years to the day since their highest-profile defeat to Rotherham, Shrewsbury Town exacted revenge with their most significant victory over the Millers.


Graham Turner happy with attacking options

Shrewsbury Town chief Graham Turner is hoping his side’s healthy attacking options will prove crucial in the final run-in.


Graham Turner forced to shuffle Shrewsbury Town side

Boss Graham Turner is confident his Shrewsbury Town squad can overcome the sudden loss of midfielder Dave McAllister after the promotion-chasers failed to get his “unjust” sending off overturned.


James Collins hoping for Shrewsbury Town title push

Leading goalscorer James Collins today insisted Shrewsbury Town have not given up hope of snatching the League Two title.


Graham Turner can heed Alf’s wise words after abandoned match

Graham Turner’s epic Football League career was only two years old when Sir Alf Ramsey uttered the immortal words which were to inspire the crowning moment in English sporting history.


Terry Gornell feels Shrewsbury Town display was among best

Striker Terry Gornell believes Shrewsbury Town had produced contenders for their best performance and goal of the season before the Port Vale clash was abandoned.


Ian Sharps: Shrewsbury Town fire drama won’t affect us

Determined captain Ian Sharps today insisted Shrewsbury Town’s promotion charge will not be blown off course by the Greenhous Meadow fire drama.


Morecambe 0 Shrewsbury Town 1 – Match analysis

What a difference a week can make. Seven days on from despair and desolation at Plymouth, an ecstatic expectancy engulfed Shrewsbury Town’s jubilant supporters at Morecambe.


James Collins targets top three finish for Shrewsbury Town

Shrewsbury Town match-winner James Collins today revealed the team’s promotion belief is soaring after a welcome boost to their fortunes on the road.


Jon Taylor told to learn from Shrewsbury Town red card

Shrewsbury Town’s young winger Jon Taylor has been urged to learn from the first red card of his senior career.


Muamba, Messi and McDonald’s – Tweets of the week

Catch up with the best of the tweets from the world of sport this week, as seen by Todd Nash.


Shrewsbury Town 2 Cheltenham 0 – Match analysis

On the eve of the Budget, Shrewsbury Town again proved adept at balancing the books.


Crewe 1 Shrewsbury Town 1 – Match analysis

Shrewsbury Town have suffered their share of away day disappointment this season.

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