Joe Cole
Match Analysis: Queens Park Rangers 2-0 Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at QPR's 2-0 victory over Aston Villa this evening as Charlie Austin's brace lifts his side off the bottom of the table.
Oct 27, 22:40
On this day: Chelsea hit Manchester City for six
Seven years ago today, Chelsea scored six unanswered goals against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.
Oct 27, 09:55
Estonia vs. England: Previous meetings
Ahead of their Euro 2016 qualifying clash tomorrow, Sports Mole looks back on England's two previous meetings with Estonia.
Oct 11, 11:14
Joe Cole: 'Christian Benteke a mixture of Didier Drogba, Peter Crouch'
Christian Benteke reminds his Aston Villa teammate Joe Cole of a mixture between Didier Drogba and Peter Crouch.
Oct 7, 15:37
Christian Benteke scores on Aston Villa return
Christian Benteke scores from the penalty spot upon his return to action with Aston Villa's Under-21 team.
Sep 29, 14:55
Joe Cole insists he's ready to make an "impact" at Aston Villa
Joe Cole insists that he wants to make an "impact" at Aston Villa after overcoming his injury woes.
Sep 24, 09:55
Team News: Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar fails to recover from calf injury
Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar is ruled out of this afternoon's Premier League clash against Arsenal at Villa Park, courtesy of a calf injury.
Sep 20, 14:19
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between unbeaten Aston Villa and Arsenal, who have won just once in six games in all competitions, at Villa Park.
Sep 18, 17:35
Video: How did Aston Villa fare in the transfer market?
The Sports Mole Sofa asks if Aston Villa have had a successful transfer window.
Sep 4, 11:30
Joe Cole rejected "massive" European offers
Joe Cole claims that he he rejected several "massive offers" from European teams before moving to Aston Villa earlier in the summer.
Aug 23, 15:14
Paul Lambert expects Joe Cole to make impact at Aston Villa
Paul Lambert is confident that Joe Cole will play a key role for Aston Villa if he can avoid injuries.
Aug 22, 04:35
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between hosting Aston Villa and Newcastle, as Paul Lambert's side look for a first win in six against the Magpies.
Aug 21, 17:28
Preview: Stoke City vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole previews the opening-day Premier League fixture between Midlands rivals Stoke City and Aston Villa at the Britannia Stadium.
Aug 14, 22:20
On this day: Hernan Crespo stuns Wigan Athletic with late winner for Chelsea
On this day in 2005, Hernan Crespo scored a last-minute winner to earn Chelsea a 1-0 win away at Wigan Athletic.
Aug 14, 10:00
Joe Cole returns to Aston Villa training
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert confirms that Joe Cole is back in training ahead of their Premier League opener against Stoke, following a troublesome thigh injury.
Aug 10, 16:02
Lee Hendrie: 'Paul Lambert must use Joe Cole centrally'
Former Aston Villa midfielder Lee Hendrie believes that Joe Cole should play in a central position for the team.
Jul 21, 09:14
Report: Aston Villa close to Ki Sung-Yueng deal
Aston Villa are reportedly on the verge of completing the signing of Swansea City midfielder Ki Sung-Yueng to be their first cash deal of the summer.
Jul 14, 02:18
Paul Lambert: 'Joe Cole still has hunger to succeed'
Paul Lambert insists that summer signing Joe Cole retains the appetite to succeed in the Premier League with new club Aston Villa.
Jul 10, 07:24
Report: Paul Lambert restricted to £10m budget
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert has been restricted to just a £10m summer transfer budget by owner Randy Lerner to strengthen his side for the 2014-15 season.
Jun 29, 03:11
On this day: England top Group B after draw with Sweden
On this day in 2006 England drew 2-2 with Sweden to top World Cup Group B.
Jun 20, 09:24
Uruguay vs. England: Top five previous meetings
Sports Mole picks out five of the most memorable clashes between England and Uruguay ahead of their World Cup meeting tomorrow night.
Jun 18, 12:58
Joe Cole pleased by Philippe Senderos signing
Aston Villa midfielder Joe Cole says that Philippe Senderos is a "good signing" for the club.
Jun 15, 20:43
Joe Cole 'motivated' to remain in Premier League
Midfielder Joe Cole reveals that he received lucrative offers from abroad before deciding to join Aston Villa.
Jun 14, 11:39
Joe Cole: England have "great chance"
Aston Villa midfielder Joe Cole believes that England stand a chance of winning the World Cup.
Jun 13, 12:45
Paul Lambert: 'Joe Cole wants to prove himself'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that new signing Joe Cole will "thrive on the responsibility" given to him at Villa Park.
Jun 11, 13:20
Joe Cole backs Wayne Rooney to deliver at World Cup
Joe Cole backs Wayne Rooney to produce his best form in an England shirt at the World Cup.
Jun 11, 02:28
Joe Cole: 'I want to achieve more'
Joe Cole reveals that he hopes to win trophies with Aston Villa following his move from West Ham.
Jun 10, 13:56
Aston Villa confirm Joe Cole signing
Aston Villa confirm the signing of Joe Cole on a free transfer from West Ham.
Jun 10, 12:40
On this day: England beat Paraguay in World Cup opener
An early goal eight years ago today handed England a slender 1-0 victory over Paraguay at the 2006 World Cup.
Jun 10, 09:55
Joe Cole has Aston Villa medical?
Former West Ham United midfielder Joe Cole reportedly undergoes a medical with Aston Villa.
Jun 9, 21:48
OTD: Peter Crouch hits England hat-trick against Jamaica
Eight years ago today, Peter Crouch scores a hat-trick as England thrash Jamaica 6-0 in a World Cup warm-up encounter at Old Trafford.
Jun 3, 08:49
England's top five World Cup goals
Sports Mole picks out the five best goals scored by England internationals at World Cup tournaments.
Jun 2, 12:51
Jack Collison wishes West Ham United "lots of luck"
Former West Ham United midfielder Jack Collison wishes the club "lots of luck" after it was confirmed that he would not be offered a new contract.
May 31, 14:19
West Ham United confirm Joe Cole, Jack Collison departures
West Ham United confirm that Joe Cole, Jack Collison and George McCartney have all been released by the club after not being offered new deals.
May 23, 17:01
Joe Cole confirms West Ham United exit
Former England international Joe Cole reveals that he has left boyhood club West Ham United for a second time and is now on the lookout for a new contract elsewhere.
May 14, 00:26
On this day: Chelsea hit eight past Wigan Athletic to win Premier League title
On this day in 2010, Chelsea beat Wigan Athletic 8-0 at Stamford Bridge to win the Premier League title.
May 9, 09:51
Former England player Joe Cole reveals importance of Acuvue contact lenses
Former England winger Joe Cole reveals how contact lenses made him a better footballer and urges young players to learn more about them.
May 5, 14:51
Preview: West Ham United vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between West Ham and Tottenham at Upton Park as the hosts look to beat their London rivals for the third time this season.
May 1, 18:02
On this day: Liverpool beat Chelsea in Champions League semi-finals
On this day in 2007, Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties at Anfield to reach the Champions League final.
May 1, 10:06
Lille interested in reuniting with West Ham United's Joe Cole?
Lille are reportedly interested in reuniting with West Ham United's Joe Cole following a loan stint at the Ligue 1 club during his time at Liverpool.
Apr 28, 08:58
