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BBC confirms Rio Ferdinand as World Cup pundit
The BBC confirms that Manchester United defender and former England captain Rio Ferdinand will be part of its punditry team at next year's World Cup in Brazil.Dec 7, 09:22
Arsene Wenger hits back at 'Match of the Day' critics
Arsene Wenger says that he is not bothered by the opinions of Match of the Day pundits who think Arsenal will not win the Premier League this season.Dec 4, 06:56
On this day: Dimitar Berbatov scores five against Blackburn Rovers
Three years ago today, Dimitar Berbatov scores five times in Manchester United's 7-1 victory over Blackburn Rovers.Nov 27, 09:48
Marcel Desailly critical of Luis Suarez's "theatrics"
Former Chelsea defender Marcel Desailly criticises Luis Suarez's "theatrics" by saying that he treats the pitch as though it was a "swimming pool."Nov 25, 20:11
England vs. Germany: Top five previous meetings
Ahead of tomorrow's friendly, Sports Mole picks out five of the best matches between England and Germany.Nov 18, 11:00
On this day: England rout Turkey
Twenty-one years ago today, Paul Gascoigne scored twice to help England defeat Turkey 4-0 in a World Cup qualifier.Nov 18, 09:36
Alan Shearer: 'Credit David Moyes for Wayne Rooney's form'
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer says that Manchester United boss David Moyes should take some of the credit for Wayne Rooney's good form this season.Nov 13, 04:28
Alan Shearer: Newcastle United are "a match for anyone"
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer claims that his former club are a "match for anyone" on their day following the recent wins against Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.Nov 12, 22:02
Alan Shearer: 'Hatem Ben Arfa left out because of lack of work-rate'
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer feels that Hatem Ben Arfa was left out of the squad lately due to a lack of work-rate.Nov 12, 19:16
Luis Suarez vs. Sergio Aguero - who wins?
Sports Mole compares the Premier League's two most in-form strikers - Liverpool's Luis Suarez and Manchester City's Sergio Aguero.Nov 10, 12:10
On this day: Newcastle United thump five past Manchester United
Seventeen years ago today, Newcastle United score five unanswered goals during their home clash with Manchester United.Oct 20, 09:02
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England boss Roy Hodgson to appear on Saturday's 'Match of the Day' panel
England manager Roy Hodgson will join the BBC's Match of the Day panel for this Saturday's show.Oct 4, 12:00
Top five Premier League strike partnerships
With Liverpool's Luis Suarez and Daniel Sturridge in good form, Sports Mole selects five of the best strike partnerships in the history of the Premier League.Oct 1, 10:29
Alan Shearer "amazed" by Paolo Di Canio sacking
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer admits that he is stunned by the sacking of Paolo Di Canio by Sunderland just five games into the season.Sep 23, 01:40
Video: Quickest goals
Sports Mole picks out some of the most memorable quickest goals from the world of football.Sep 22, 10:16
AC Milan defeat Newcastle United in Steve Harper's testimonial
Paolo Di Canio scores the winning penalty as AC Milan defeat Newcastle United in a shoot-out in Steve Harper's testimonial.Sep 11, 22:59
Top five England strikers
As England struggle for striking options, Sports Mole looks back on five of the best that have represented the Three Lions.Sep 10, 10:02
Ukraine vs. England: Previous meetings
Sports Mole looks back on the six meetings between Ukraine and England.Sep 9, 10:10
Frank Lampard's England career: Defining moments
Ahead of his 100th cap, Sports Mole takes a closer look at Frank Lampard's career with England.Sep 8, 10:18
Paolo Di Canio to play at St James' Park in Steve Harper testimonial
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio agrees to take part in Steve Harper's Newcastle United testimonial match on Wednesday.Sep 7, 14:15
England vs. Moldova: Previous meetings
Ahead of their meeting on Friday, Sports Mole looks back on the three previous clashes between England and Moldova.Sep 4, 10:18
Video: Alan Shearer sings Lionel Ritchie songs during karaoke?
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer appears to have been filmed singing Lionel Ritchie songs while doing karaoke at a hotel.Sep 3, 13:56
On this day: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer scores on Manchester United debut
Seventeen years ago today, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer came off the bench to score on his Manchester United debut.Aug 25, 08:37
Alan Shearer tips Chelsea for title
Former Premier League winner Alan Shearer backs Jose Mourinho to mastermind a Chelsea title triumph this season.Aug 17, 09:17
England vs. Scotland: Five memorable matches
Sports Mole looks back over five of the best matches between England and Scotland.Aug 14, 11:53
On this day: Dion Dublin joins Manchester United
Back on this day in 1992, Manchester United signed Cambridge United centre-forward Dion Dublin.Aug 7, 09:00
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Michael Owen: Criticism at Newcastle United wasn't "justified"
Former Newcastle United striker Michael Owen feels that the criticism that came his way following the club's relegation in 2009 wasn't justified.Jul 2, 18:13
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Joe Kinnear slams "disrespectful" Alan Shearer
Newcastle United's director of football Joe Kinnear describes Alan Shearer as "disrespectful" and claims that he "hasn't got a clue".Jun 23, 09:44
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Alan Shearer 'not consulted' about bar name change
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer says that the club did not consult with him before rebranding the bar that bore his name.Jun 21, 00:34
Newcastle United announce plans to rename Shearer's bar
Newcastle United announce plans to rename and refurbish the Shearer's bar at St James' Park dedicated to Alan Shearer.Jun 20, 15:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F06%2Fjose-mourinho-real-madrid.jpg "Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho in the stands at Old Trafford to watch his team's Champions League opponents Manchester United play against Everton on February 10, 2013")
Alan Shearer: 'Jose Mourinho will make Chelsea team to beat'
Alan Shearer feels that Jose Mourinho will make Chelsea favourites for the Premier League title once again after he rejoined the club last week.Jun 10, 02:52
Steve Harmison praises turn-out for charity golf day
Durham bowler Steve Harmison praises the turn-out for a charity golf day for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation.May 29, 13:58
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Alan Shearer: 'Roberto Mancini rumours cost Manchester City FA Cup'
Alan Shearer believes that the reports circulating about manager Roberto Mancini cost Manchester City the FA Cup.May 13, 04:05
Alan Shearer: 'I almost joined Manchester United'
Alan Shearer concedes that Sir Alex Ferguson was close to convincing him to sign for Manchester United in 1996.May 8, 17:18
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Alan Shearer: 'Alan Pardew should get one more chance'
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer believes that the club need to keep faith in manager Alan Pardew despite their poor run of form. Apr 29, 04:38
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F15%2Froberto-mancini-manchester-city.jpg "City boss Roberto Mancini smiles at the final whistle after a win over United on April 8, 2013")
Alan Shearer: "Manchester City must keep faith with Roberto Mancini"
Alan Shearer believes that Manchester City have to stick by manager Roberto Mancini despite his failure to retain the Premier League title this season.Apr 22, 01:13
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Alan Shearer: Manchester City missed "golden opportunity" to bring in top quality players
Alan Shearer feels that Manchester City missed a "golden opportunity" to bring in world class players last summer following their Premier League title win.Apr 8, 02:16
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Alan Shearer: Martin O'Neill sacking is "bizarre"
Alan Shearer believes that the timing of the sacking of Martin O'Neill by Sunderland is "bizarre".Mar 31, 03:31
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Michael Owen's top five moments
Sports Mole looks back over Michael Owen's top five moments for club and country.Mar 19, 13:17
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Shola Ameobi shocked by Newcastle United landmark
Shola Ameobi says that he wants to help Newcastle United win the Europa League on the eve of making his 50th appearance in Europe for the club.Mar 13, 08:12
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