Scunthorpe United news

Marcus Williams will have to serve a three-match ban after Scunthorpe decided not to appeal against his red card.

Scunthorpe hope to have Dave Mirfin fit to face Crystal Palace but new signing Michael Raynes is on standby just in case.

Scunthorpe manager Nigel Adkins says he is confident of having David Mirfin fit for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace.

Scunthorpe full-back Marcus Williams has hailed his side's recent improvement in form and believes their defence has been the key.

Scunthorpe have completed the signing of Stockport captain Michael Raynes for an undisclosed fee.

Scunthorpe have been boosted by the news defender Rob Jones has been passed fit to face QPR.

Nigel Adkins has described Wednesday night's victory against Sheffield Wednesday as a 'defining game' in the Irons season.

On-loan winger Donal McDermott is set to go straight into the Scunthorpe squad for Wednesday night's match against Sheffield Wednesday.

Scunthorpe have signed Manchester City youngster Donal McDermott on loan until the end of the season.

Cliff Byrne has said he was pleased with how Scunthorpe performed in their FA Cup fourth round tie with Manchester City.

David Mirfin believes Scunthorpe's hopes of causing an FA upset against Manchester City this weekend rests on a good start to the game.

Scunthorpe could face a battle to keep hold of midfielder Michael O'Connor as Newcastle are being linked with a swoop.

Scunthorpe could face a battle to keep hold of striker Gary Hooper as Burnley are reportedly keen on the player.

Scunthorpe manager Nigel Adkins has revealed he will step up his search for a new defender this week.

Scunthorpe will be without Rob Jones and Josh Wright for the visit of Cardiff but Grant McCann is in line to return.