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Darius Vassell

Andy Cole for Manchester United in 1999
Andy Cole at 50: A goalscoring great underrated on the world stage
As Premier League goalscoring legend Andy Cole celebrates his 50th birthday, Sports Mole looks back at his legacy and asks whether he is given the respect he deserves.
Oct 15, 07:00
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish reacts on January 21, 2020
Darius Vassell: 'Jack Grealish has to leave Aston Villa'
Former Aston Villa striker Darius Vassell admits that captain Jack Grealish needs to leave the club in order to fulfil his potential, with Manchester United interested.
Mar 27, 17:01
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Birmingham City sign Luton Town striker Isaac Vassell on four-year deal
Birmingham City announce the signing of Luton Town striker Isaac Vassell - cousin of former Aston Villa and England striker Darius - on a four-year contract.
Aug 14, 11:17
Swansea City midfielder Leroy Fer chases Liverpool's Roberto Firmino during the Premier League clash between the two sides on October 1, 2016
Preview: Liverpool vs. Swansea City
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between title-chasing Liverpool and bottom-of-the-table Swansea City at Anfield.
Jan 20, 20:47
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Preview: England vs. Turkey
Sports Mole previews England's first Euro 2016 warm-up match as they host Turkey at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
May 22, 00:15
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Former England international Darius Vassell announces retirement
Former England, Aston Villa and Manchester City striker Darius Vassell announces his retirement from football at the age of 35.
Jan 28, 19:13
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Darren Bent brace gets better of Manchester City
Seven years ago today, Darren Bent scored both of Tottenham Hotspur's goals in their 2-1 victory away at Manchester City.
Nov 9, 06:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Five bizarre footballer injuries
Sports Mole takes a closer look at five footballers that have spent time on the sidelines because of freakish injuries.
Jul 9, 11:25
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Wayne Rooney runs Croatia ragged
Eleven years ago today, Wayne Rooney scored twice as England recorded a 4-2 win over Croatia at Euro 2004.
Jun 21, 08:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Late Zinedine Zidane double stuns England at Euro 2004
On this day 11 years ago, England saw a one-goal lead slip away in stoppage time against France at Euro 2004, as Zinedine Zidance struck twice to salvage three points.
Jun 13, 08:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Darius Vassell wants Manuel Pellegrini to remain at Manchester City
Former Manchester City striker Darius Vassell suggests that Manuel Pellegrini should be given another season at the current Premier League champions.
Apr 7, 19:47
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Wayne Rooney stars on full England debut against Turkey
On this day in 2003, Wayne Rooney made his first England start as the Three Lions defeated Turkey at the Stadium of Light.
Apr 2, 08:00
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Peter Enckelman error costs Aston Villa dearly
Twelve years ago today, Peter Enckelman commited one of the biggest mistakes ever by a Premier League goalkeeper while in action for Aston Villa against rivals Birmingham City.
Sep 16, 09:53
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Mark Hughes starts Manchester City reign with UEFA Cup win
On this day in 2008, Mark Hughes began his spell at Manchester City with a 2-0 victory over EB Streymur in the first qualifying round of the UEFA Cup.
Jul 17, 10:04
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
John Barnes: Wayne Rooney is England's "most important player"
John Barnes tells Sports Mole that Wayne Rooney is England's "most important player" and talk that he should be dropped is "nonsense".
Jun 13, 10:43
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Nigel Pearson: 'Hard work was not just done this season'
Leicester City boss Nigel Pearson admits that the hard work in getting his side into the Premier League has been built over the past two-and-a-half years.
Apr 7, 03:40
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England's penalty shootout failures
After Roy Hodgson discusses his plans for penalty shootouts at the World Cup, Sports Mole looks back over England's defeats from 12 yards out.
Feb 25, 12:42
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Manchester City win derby clash
Eight years ago today, Manchester United slumped to a 3-1 defeat away at local rivals Manchester City.
Jan 14, 09:50
Darius Vassell
Darius Vassell released by Leicester City
Former England striker Darius Vassell one of six players to be released by Leicester City.
May 21, 15:47
Darius Vassell
Darius Vassell out for the season
Leicester City's Darius Vassell will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing "successful" knee surgery.
Nov 8, 14:38
Sven-Goran Eriksson
Sven-Goran Eriksson hails "Excellent" Leicester City
Leicester boss Sven-Goran Eriksson describes his side's performance as "excellent" after beating Derby 4-0.
Oct 2, 00:29
David Nugent
Result: Leicester City 4-0 Derby County
Two goals in either half help Leicester City record a comfortable victory in the East Midlands clash with Derby County.
Oct 1, 19:16
Peter Whittingham
Result: Cardiff City 0-0 Leicester City
Cardiff City and Leicester City played out a 0-0 draw at the Cardiff City Stadium this afternoon.
Sep 25, 15:11
Sven-Goran Eriksson
Result: Leicester City 1-0 Brighton & Hove Albion
Leicester City end Brighton & Hove Albion's unbeaten start to the season.
Sep 17, 16:55
Sven-Goran Eriksson
Result: Leicester 3-2 Southampton
Leicester City end Southampton's 100 percent start to the season with a 3-2 victory at the Walkers Stadium.
Aug 27, 21:40
Sven-Goran Eriksson
Result: Coventry City 0-1 Leicester City
Sven-Goran Eriksson's Leicester side begin their push for promotion with a 1-0 win away at Coventry City.
Aug 6, 15:18
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Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Manchester CityMan City32227376324473
2Arsenal32225575264971
3Liverpool32218372314171
4Aston Villa33196868491963
5Tottenham HotspurSpurs32186865491660
6Newcastle UnitedNewcastle321551269521750
7Manchester UnitedMan Utd32155124748-150
8West Ham UnitedWest Ham33139115258-648
9Chelsea31138106152947
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton321111105250244
11Wolverhampton WanderersWolves32127134651-543
12Fulham33126154951-242
13Bournemouth32119124757-1042
14Crystal Palace3289153754-1733
15Brentford3388174758-1132
16Everton3298153248-1627
17Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest3379174258-1626
18Luton TownLuton3367204670-2425
19Burnley3348213368-3520
20Sheffield UnitedSheff Utd3237223084-5416


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