Alan Shearer
![England's Jude Bellingham applauds fans after the match on June 16, 2024 England's Jude Bellingham applauds fans after the match on June 16, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/24/24/jude-bellingham_1.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Jude Bellingham surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo, Michael Owen to make history
England midfielder Jude Bellingham surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael Owen in Sunday's 1-0 win over Serbia at Euro 2024.
Jun 17, 00:11
![Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Portugal on June 7, 2024 [ONE TIME USE ONLY] Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Portugal on June 7, 2024 [ONE TIME USE ONLY]](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024 predictions: Who will be top scorer at this summer's tournament?
The Sports Mole team discuss which players they believe are in the running for top scorer at Euro 2024, and who will go home with the coveted Golden Boot.
Jun 13, 15:34
![England Manager Terry Venables and Don Howe console Gareth Southgate after his penalty miss during the shoot out with Germany which costs England a place in the final at Euro 96 England Manager Terry Venables and Don Howe console Gareth Southgate after his penalty miss during the shoot out with Germany which costs England a place in the final at Euro 96](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Unforgettable Euro moments: Southgate penalty miss 1996
Ahead of Euro 2024, Sports Mole takes a look back at some classic moments from past tournaments, this time Gareth Southgate's Euro 96 semi-final penalty miss.
Jun 11, 22:48
![France's Michel Platini (R) celebrates after scoring the winning goal in extra time of a Euro 1984 semi-final on June 23, 1984 France's Michel Platini (R) celebrates after scoring the winning goal in extra time of a Euro 1984 semi-final on June 23, 1984](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Highest scoring teams in European Championship history
Sports Mole looks at the highest scoring teams in European Championships over the years, and which are most likely to be this year's entertainers.
Jun 9, 18:41
![Netherlands' Marco Van Basten celebrates with Ruud Gullit after scoring in the Euro 1988 final on June 25, 1988 Netherlands' Marco Van Basten celebrates with Ruud Gullit after scoring in the Euro 1988 final on June 25, 1988](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Greatest European Championship moments of all time
Sports Mole takes a look at the top 10 greatest European Championship moments of all time.
Jun 5, 23:00
![Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates on October 13, 2023 Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates on October 13, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Top European Championship goalscorers of all time
Sports Mole rounds up the all-time top scorers list in the European Championship, with Cristiano Ronaldo sitting in first position.
Jun 5, 18:07
![England's Jordan Pickford and Harry Maguire look dejected after the match on July 11, 2021 England's Jordan Pickford and Harry Maguire look dejected after the match on July 11, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England European Championship records and statistics
Ahead of this summer's Euro 2024 tournament, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at England's records and statistics at the European Championships.
Jun 2, 15:00
![England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates after the match on June 13, 2021 England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates after the match on June 13, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How many times have England won the European Championship?
Have England ever won the Euros before? Sports Mole take a look at the Three Lions' record at the tournament and how far they have gone in previous years.
May 21, 17:40
![Alan Shearer for Newcastle Alan Shearer for Newcastle](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Top Premier League goalscorers of all time
Sports Mole lists the all-time leading goalscorers of the Premier League era, including all 34 players to have reached at least 100 goals in the competition.
May 14, 22:11
![Arsenal's Martin Odegaard celebrates scoring their fifth goal with teammates on November 29, 2023 Arsenal's Martin Odegaard celebrates scoring their fifth goal with teammates on November 29, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Two Arsenal, Manchester City stars among nominees for Premier League Player of the Season
Two Arsenal and Manchester City players are among the eight nominees for the 2023-24 Premier League Player of the Season award.
May 9, 12:07
![Crystal Palace's Michael Olise celebrates scoring their first goal on May 6, 2024 Crystal Palace's Michael Olise celebrates scoring their first goal on May 6, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Michael Olise nets twice as Crystal Palace obliterate meek Manchester United
Crystal Palace complete their first-ever league double over Manchester United with a 4-0 obliteration of the Red Devils at Selhurst Park.
May 6, 21:56
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on March 31, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on March 31, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
All-time Premier League combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both clubs during the Premier League era.
May 4, 12:13
![Newcastle United players celebrates their second goal on April 27, 2024 Newcastle United players celebrates their second goal on April 27, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Newcastle United set Premier League scoring record in Sheffield United rout
Newcastle United set a new Premier League scoring record after beating Sheffield United 5-1 at St James' Park on Saturday.
Apr 27, 18:11
![Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on November 24, 2023 Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on November 24, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Harry Kane 'makes decision over future amid Premier League interest'
Harry Kane will allegedly not look to leave Bayern Munich during this summer's transfer window despite the speculation surrounding his future.
Apr 24, 17:55
![Shane Long celebrates scoring for Southampton on April 23, 2019 Shane Long celebrates scoring for Southampton on April 23, 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Top 10 fastest goals in Premier League history - Long, Eriksen, Yorke
On the anniversary of Shane Long's record-breaking seven-second goal for Southampton, Sports Mole runs down the 10 quickest strikes in the history of the Premier League.
Apr 23, 09:23
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah scores their first goal from the penalty spot on April 18, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah scores their first goal from the penalty spot on April 18, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Can you name Liverpool's top 10 all-time goalscorers?
Sports Mole challenges you to name Liverpool's top 10 goalscorers of all time.
Apr 18, 22:08
![Tottenham Hotspur's Yves Bissouma, James Maddison and Son Heung-min look dejected at halftime on April 13, 2024 Tottenham Hotspur's Yves Bissouma, James Maddison and Son Heung-min look dejected at halftime on April 13, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Tottenham Hotspur defeat at Newcastle sees all-time club record come to an end
Tottenham Hotspur's 4-0 defeat at the hands of Newcastle United sees an all-time club-record goalscoring streak come to an end as they draw a rare blank at St James' Park.
Apr 13, 17:08
![Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe pictured on December 13, 2023 Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe pictured on December 13, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Eddie Howe comments on Newcastle's chances of finishing above Manchester United
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe urges his side to focus on their own form, despite leapfrogging Manchester United into the Europa League places with a 4-0 hammering of Spurs.
Apr 13, 15:49
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal with Harvey Elliott on April 7, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal with Harvey Elliott on April 7, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mohamed Salah breaks Premier League scoring records with Manchester United goal
Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah breaks a multitude of Premier League records with his penalty in the Reds' 2-2 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Apr 7, 23:15
![Joe Kinnear pictured in 2009 Joe Kinnear pictured in 2009](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ex-Tottenham defender and Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear dies aged 77
Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Joe Kinnear, who went on to manage Newcastle United and Wimbledon, dies at the age of 77.
Apr 7, 21:04
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal with Harvey Elliott on April 7, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal with Harvey Elliott on April 7, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mohamed Salah rescues point for Liverpool after Manchester United fightback
Liverpool miss the chance to climb above Arsenal to the top of the Premier League after drawing 2-2 with Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Apr 7, 17:32
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on March 31, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on March 31, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mohamed Salah looking to break two Premier League scoring records in Manchester United showdown
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will have the chance to break two Premier League scoring records in Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester United.
Apr 5, 23:59
![Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring their first goal with Ashley Young and Dwight McNeil on April 2, 2024 Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring their first goal with Ashley Young and Dwight McNeil on April 2, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dominic Calvert-Lewin ends goal drought to rescue point for Everton at Newcastle United
Dominic Calvert-Lewin ends his 18-game Premier League goal drought by netting an 88th-minute equaliser in Everton's 1-1 draw at Newcastle United.
Apr 2, 21:30
![Ashley Cole in action for Chelsea in 2014 Ashley Cole in action for Chelsea in 2014](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal, Chelsea legend inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame
Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole is the next inductee into the Premier League's Hall of Fame, becoming the 22nd player to be included.
Mar 25, 14:24
![One True pairing press shot One True pairing press shot](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League predictions gameweek 29: One True Pairing vs. Sports Mole
Sports Mole takes on One True Pairing for a Premier League predictions challenge in gameweek 29 of the 2023-24 season.
Mar 15, 11:49
![Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on November 8, 2023 Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on November 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Kevin Nolan: 'Manchester United will bring Harry Kane back to Premier League'
West Ham United first-team coach Kevin Nolan expects Bayern Munich's Harry Kane to return to the Premier League with Manchester United.
Mar 10, 18:26
![Chiedu Oraka press shot Chiedu Oraka press shot](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League predictions gameweek 26: Chiedu Oraka vs. Sports Mole
Sports Mole takes on Chiedu Oraka for a Premier League predictions challenge in gameweek 26 of the 2023-24 season.
Feb 23, 12:08
![Arsenal's Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring their third goal on February 17, 2024 Arsenal's Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring their third goal on February 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League Team of the Week - Bukayo Saka, Rasmus Hojlund, Axel Disasi
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek 25, including Bukayo Saka, Rasmus Hojlund and Axel Disasi.
Feb 20, 09:21
![Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on November 24, 2023 Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on November 24, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Chelsea 'keeping tabs on Harry Kane situation at Bayern Munich'
Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Harry Kane's situation at Bayern Munich, who are at risk of ending the season without a single trophy to their name.
Feb 18, 14:17
![The Denver Nuggets celebrate winning the NBA title on June 12, 2023 The Denver Nuggets celebrate winning the NBA title on June 12, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Top 100 sporting moments of 2023: 50-41
Sports Mole counts down the 100 greatest sporting moments of 2023, continuing with numbers 50 to 41.
Dec 31, 07:25
![Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts on December 3, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts on December 3, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid 'still interested in 2024 deal for Manchester City's Erling Haaland'
Real Madrid are reportedly still interested in signing Erling Haaland in 2024 after being made aware of the Norwegian's release clause with Manchester City.
Dec 17, 00:29
![Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah on December 13, 2023 Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah on December 13, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mohamed Salah out to break Alan Shearer record against Manchester United
Mohamed Salah is out to break a Premier League scoring record set by Alan Shearer when Liverpool host Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday afternoon.
Dec 16, 13:36
![England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their second goal with Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden on November 17, 2023 England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their second goal with Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden on November 17, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England to face Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia in Group C at Euro 2024
England are drawn in Group C for next summer's European Championship alongside Slovenia, Denmark and Serbia.
Dec 2, 17:49
![Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their first goal on November 25, 2023 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their first goal on November 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Erling Haaland breaks record for fastest player to 50 Premier League goals
Erling Haaland becomes the fastest player to score 50 goals in Premier League history, taking just 48 games to do so after scoring against Liverpool.
Nov 25, 14:13
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their first goal on November 11, 2023 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their first goal on November 11, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League 100 club: Mohamed Salah equals Les Ferdinand, Raheem Sterling closes in on Steven Gerrard
Sports Mole looks at the latest standings in the Premier League 100 club as Mohamed Salah equals Les Ferdinand's record and Raheem Sterling closes in on Steven Gerrard.
Nov 12, 20:19
![Liverpool's Diogo Jota holds up a Luis Diaz shirt after scoring their first goal on October 28, 2023 Liverpool's Diogo Jota holds up a Luis Diaz shirt after scoring their first goal on October 28, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Liverpool out to equal club winning record against Brentford
Liverpool are out to equal a club winning record when Brentford make the trip to Anfield for Sunday's Premier League battle.
Nov 10, 23:03
![Keen Roy press shot Keen Roy press shot](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League predictions gameweek 11: Keen Roy vs. Sports Mole
Sports Mole takes on Keen Roy for a Premier League predictions challenge in gameweek 11 of the 2023-24 season.
Nov 3, 07:00
![Argentina's Lionel Messi on October 17, 2023 Argentina's Lionel Messi on October 17, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Messi, Haaland, Mbappe - the top five candidates for the 2023 Ballon d'Or
Ahead of Monday's 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the top five contenders for this year's prestigious accolade.
Oct 28, 11:39
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on October 21, 2023 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on October 21, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah breaks European goalscoring record
Mohamed Salah breaks a European goalscoring record during Liverpool's 5-1 Europa League thumping of Toulouse, which keeps the Reds out of sight at the top of Group E.
Oct 27, 09:01