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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Tributes flood in for former England manager Graham Taylor
Sports Mole rounds up a selection of tributes paid to former England boss Graham Taylor following his death from a suspected heart attack, aged 72.Jan 12, 14:23
Jermain Defoe hails "brilliant" Sunderland spirit
Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe hails his side's spirit after they came from behind twice to hold Liverpool to a 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light.Jan 2, 17:37
Jermain Defoe brace denies Liverpool
Liverpool miss the chance to close the gap on Premier League leaders Chelsea to three points courtesy of a 2-2 draw with Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.Jan 2, 16:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fgeorginio-wijnaldum.jpg "Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on December 31, 2016")
Georginio Wijnaldum happy with winning goal against Manchester City
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum compares his heading ability to that of Alan Shearer following his winning goal in the 1-0 victory over Manchester City.Dec 31, 19:54
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fharry-kane.jpg "Harry Kane celebrates scoring for Spurs on September 18, 2016")
Alan Shearer: 'Harry Kane could break Premier League goals record'
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer believes that his Premier League goals record of 260 could be under threat from Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane.Dec 21, 15:17
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Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United at The Hawthorns.Dec 15, 15:07
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Alan Shearer: 'Mesut Ozil was not up for Manchester United clash'
Alan Shearer claims that Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil "wasn't up" for the game when his side took on Manchester United at Old Trafford.Nov 20, 21:27
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fjamie-vardy.JPG "Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on October 15, 2016")
England interim boss Gareth Southgate backs Jamie Vardy to end goal drought
England interim boss Gareth Southgate backs Jamie Vardy to end his goal drought after failing to score in his last 10 appearances for club and country.Oct 27, 14:57
Claudio Ranieri defends Jamie Vardy after Alan Shearer criticism
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri defends Jamie Vardy after the striker's performance against Chelsea was criticised by Alan Shearer.Oct 17, 16:18
Danny Rose: 'England are a laughing stock'
England full-back Danny Rose agrees with Alan Shearer's description of the national side as a "laughing stock" following Sam Allardyce's resignation.Oct 4, 21:50
Alan Shearer blasts England as "laughing stock" following Sam Allardyce exit
Former England striker Alan Shearer believes that the nature of Sam Allardyce's departure as manager has turned the nation into the "laughing stock of world football".Sep 27, 19:51
Harry Redknapp: 'John Terry should be made England captain'
Harry Redknapp believes that John Terry, retired from international football since 2012, is the only candidate to captain England should Wayne Rooney be overlooked.Jul 26, 16:56
Alan Shearer backs Steve Bruce for England job
Former England striker Alan Shearer backs Steve Bruce to succeed Roy Hodgson as manager of the national team.Jul 11, 19:34
Jamie Carragher: 'Alan Shearer not right man for England'
Jamie Carragher claims that Alan Shearer does not have what it takes to become the next manager of England, citing his ill-fated spell in charge of Newcastle as proof.Jun 29, 21:35
Alan Shearer slams "pathetic" England
Former England striker Alan Shearer is damning in his assessment of the team following their ignominious exit from Euro 2016 at the hands of minnows Iceland.Jun 28, 12:13
Alan Shearer puts himself forward to succeed Roy Hodgson as England boss
Alan Shearer puts his name forward to succeed Roy Hodgson as England manager.Jun 28, 09:24
Alan Shearer: 'Teams will not fear England'
Former England striker Alan Shearer claims that his country 'will not be feared' in the knockout round of Euro 2016.Jun 22, 13:56
Alan Shearer: 'Jamie Vardy, Daniel Sturridge must start for England'
Alan Shearer calls on England manager Roy Hodgson to start Jamie Vardy and Daniel Sturridge against Slovakia on Monday at Euro 2016.Jun 17, 11:41
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Alan Shearer, Alastair Cook recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours List
Former England striker Alan Shearer and England cricket captain Alastair Cook are awarded CBEs in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.Jun 11, 08:19
Harry Kane eyes Euro 2016 Golden Boot
England striker Harry Kane says that it would be a "huge honour" to win the Golden Boot at Euro 2016 this summer having been backed by Teddy Sheringham to do so.Jun 7, 21:36
Alan Shearer hits out at Harry Kane, Jamie Vardy positioning
Roy Hodgson's decision to play Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy in wide positions for England confuses Alan Shearer.Jun 2, 20:31
Alan Shearer: 'Danny Drinkwater deserved place at Euro 2016'
Former England international Alan Shearer says that Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater should have been selected in Roy Hodgson's Euro 2016 squad.Jun 1, 08:59
Vincent Kompany named BBC pundit for Euro 2016 coverage
Manchester City and Belgium captain Vincent Kompany will join the BBC's punditry team for Euro 2016.May 31, 12:08
Alan Shearer vows to never return to managerial dugout
Former Newcastle United boss Alan Shearer insists that he does not plan to move back into management again.May 21, 14:59
Alan Shearer backs Harry Kane to be leading striker for England
Former England striker Alan Shearer backs Harry Kane to lead the line for Roy Hodgson's side at Euro 2016 this summer.May 16, 11:51
Alan Shearer not expecting Rafael Benitez to stay at Newcastle United
Alan Shearer fears that Newcastle United will lose the services of manager Rafael Benitez this summer.May 15, 12:57
Alan Shearer: 'Newcastle United not learned lessons'
Alan Shearer says that Newcastle United have "not learned lessons" after their relegation to the Championship is confirmed.May 11, 21:09
Ex-Chelsea, England star Frank Lampard joins BBC team for Euro 2016 coverage
Former Chelsea and England midfielder Frank Lampard joins the BBC's punditry team for its live coverage of Euro 2016.May 9, 17:58
Ex-Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer signs new BBC contract
The BBC announces that football pundit Alan Shearer has signed a new four-year contract extension with the organisation.Apr 20, 11:35
Preview:Newcastle United vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole looks ahead to Manchester City's trip to relegation-threatened Newcastle United for a Premier League encounter.Apr 18, 22:58
Manuel Pellegrini: 'Sergio Aguero is best striker in Premier League'
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini hails Sergio Aguero as the best striker in the Premier League following his hat-trick against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Apr 16, 19:28
Preview:Bournemouth vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League match between Bournemouth and Liverpool at the Vitality Stadium.Apr 15, 18:25
Preview:Sevilla vs. Athletic Bilbao
Sports Mole previews the Europa League quarter-final second leg between Spanish rivals Sevilla and Athletic Bilbao.Apr 13, 15:46
Eddie Howe responds to Alan Shearer's jibe Bournemouth playing as if on "holiday"
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe responds to Alan Shearer's claims that his team look like they are already "on holiday".Apr 9, 11:06
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Bournemouth
Sports Mole looks ahead to relegation-threatened Aston Villa's home Premier League encounter against Bournemouth.Apr 8, 12:11
Danny Murphy: 'Harry Kane could be one of England's greatest strikers'
Former Tottenham and England midfielder Danny Murphy tips Harry Kane to become one of his country's greatest ever strikers.Mar 21, 19:46
Harry Kane sets sights on Alan Shearer's Premier League goalscoring record
Harry Kane admits that he dreams of breaking Alan Shearer's Premier League scoring record after bagging his 21st goal of the season against Bournemouth on Sunday.Mar 21, 12:28
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Harry Kane is Premier League's best striker'
Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino believes that Harry Kane is the best striker in the Premier League after moving ahead in the Golden Boot race.Mar 20, 20:43
Alan Shearer hopes Newcastle board will allow Rafael Benitez to manage his way
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer is hopeful that the board will allow new manager Rafael Benitez to take charge of the team in his own way.Mar 11, 18:43
Report: West Ham United preparing Theo Walcott bid
A report claims that Arsenal attacker Theo Walcott is a £26m summer transfer target for top four-chasing West Ham United.Mar 8, 16:07
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