Briggs back in January

Fulham full-back Matthew Briggs, who underwent surgery last week after suffering persistent problems with his calves, looks set to return next month. Fulham boss Mark Hughes commented: “We want to get to the bottom of it and seem to understand what is going on....

Briggs wants regular spot

Matthew Briggs is looking to force his way into the Fulham side after impressing in last week’s 1-0 defeat at Chelsea. Cottagers boss Mark Hughes praised the 19-year-old youngster’s performance at Stamford Bridge as he deputised for first-choice left-back...

Hughes full of praise for Briggs

Mark Hughes has praised Matthew Briggs following the Fulham youngster’s first Premier League start on Wednesday night. The Fulham boss was impressed with the full back’s composed showing at Stamford Bridge after stepping in to replace the injured Carlos...

Briggs to the fore as England U19s start with a win

Fulham left back Matthew Briggs made the first two goals as England Under-19s got off to a winning start at the European Championships yesterday, beating Austria 3-2. Briggs, who played the first 56 minutes, hit a through ball for Franck Nouble to chase and –...

Briggs on England duty

It may have escaped your notice with the hoo-ha surrounding just who will succeed Roy Hodgson, but Fulham defender Matthew Briggs is likely to be representing England this afternoon. The Academy graduate, who is very highly thought of down at Motspur Park and made his...