Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Fury returns to roots as Fabregas talks to himself - Friday's sporting social
Premier League players are counting down the days until their team resumes the season.
Jun 19, 17:35
Robin van Persie celebrates scoring for Arsenal in 2012
PFA Players' Player of the Year 2012: Robin van Persie
The Dutchman topped the Premier League scoring charts with 30 goals in 38 appearances in the 2011-12 season to help the Gunners to third spot.
Jun 14, 16:56
Chelsea players celebrate winning the 2007 FA Cup
Combined XI: Chelsea's FA Cup winners from 2007 vs. 2018
To mark the anniversaries of Chelsea's FA Cup triumphs in both 2007 and 2018, Sports Mole creates a combined XI from both final squads.
May 19, 10:22
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger watches on during a Premier League clash with Huddersfield Town on May 13, 2018
Arsene Wenger's all-time Arsenal XI by games played
To mark the two-year anniversary of Arsene Wenger's final game as Arsenal boss, Sports Mole looks at his all-time XI in terms of players he used most often.
May 13, 13:42
Bayern Munich defender David Alaba pictured in November 2019
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: David Alaba, Lucas Ocampos
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 8, 06:57
Kylian Mbappe pictured ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League tie with Borussia Dortmund on March 11, 2020
Cesc Fabregas backs Kylian Mbappe to fit in at Real Madrid
Former Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas feels that Kylian Mbappe would 'fit in' at Real Madrid if he is allowed to leave Paris Saint-Germain.
May 7, 12:33
Neymar in action for Brazil on September 10, 2019
Cesc Fabregas insists Neymar is on Ronaldinho's level
Cesc Fabregas insists that former Barcelona teammate Neymar has everything required to "be the best" and compares the Brazilian to his compatriot Ronaldinho.
May 5, 20:47
General view of Ipswich Town's Portman Road taken January 2015
Coronavirus latest: Friday's goodwill stories from the world of sport
Joe Marler, Serena Williams and Cesc Fabregas were finding ways to keep busy.
Apr 24, 18:35
Philippe Coutinho in Bundesliga action for Bayern Munich on February 29, 2020
Wednesday's papers: Philippe Coutinho, Raul Jimenez, Gareth Bale
Coutinho and Jimenez are among the names being discussed on Wednesday.
Apr 22, 07:55
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on October 2, 2019
Cesc Fabregas: Liverpool "hit the jackpot" with Jurgen Klopp appointment
Cesc Fabregas describes Liverpool as an "outstanding club" and says that they "hit the jackpot" when appointing Jurgen Klopp.
Apr 20, 17:35
Lionel Messi celebrates scoring for Barcelona on December 1, 2019
Cesc Fabregas: 'Lionel Messi plans to end career at Barcelona'
Former Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas expects Lionel Messi to remain at Camp Nou for the rest of his career, despite recent links to Inter Milan.
Apr 20, 09:56
David Moyes in charge of West Ham United on May 13, 2018
David Moyes confirms Manchester United interest in Gareth Bale, Cesc Fabregas
David Moyes confirms that Manchester United were interested in signing Gareth Bale, Cesc Fabregas and Toni Kroos during his time as manager of the club.
Apr 17, 14:35
Aaron Ramsey in action for Arsenal on March 14, 2019
Aaron Ramsey admits he felt "out of place" after joining Arsenal
Aaron Ramsey admits that he felt "out of place" when he first joined Arsenal from Cardiff City as a 17-year-old in 2008.
Apr 13, 16:34
Iker Casillas in action for Porto on April 17, 2019
Iker Casillas proposes legends El Clasico game between Real Madrid, Barcelona
Ex-Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas calls on former Los Blancos and Barcelona players to play an EL Clasico charity fixture.
Apr 9, 14:32
Bacary Sagna during a Manchester City Champions League press conference in March 2017
Bacary Sagna admits he questioned Arsenal after Robin van Persie sale
Former Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna admits that he questioned the club's ambition to compete at the highest level after they sold Robin van Persie to Manchester United.
Apr 5, 14:31
Arsenal's Cesc Fabregas (R) celebrates with his team mate Bacary Sagna after scoring against AC Milan during their Champions League first knockout round, second leg soccer match at the San Siro stadium in Milan March 4, 2008
Bacary Sagna hits out at "harsh" Cesc Fabregas criticism of Arsenal teammates
Former Arsenal full-back Bacary Sagna hits back at ex-teammate Cesc Fabregas over claims that only two players were on his level during his time at the Gunners.
Apr 2, 21:29
Harry Kane in Spurs training on March 9, 2020
Wednesday's Transfer Talk Update: Harry Kane, Philippe Coutinho, Fabian Ruiz
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Mar 25, 06:57
Former Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso pictured in April 2017
Cesc Fabregas: 'Xabi Alonso once wanted Arsenal move'
Cesc Fabregas says that Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso wanted to secure a move to Arsenal during the latter stages of his stint at Anfield.
Mar 24, 18:13
Chelsea's Willy Caballero in action on February 1, 2020
Cesc Fabregas reveals he bought Willy Caballero a car after losing bet
The Spain midfielder said the incident happened after a Chelsea training session in 2018.
Mar 15, 17:02
Generic image of a football
Climbing, games and dogs: The sporting events still in action on Saturday
Saturday saw football, rugby, F1 and more interrupted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mar 14, 23:09
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring their third goal on August 31, 2019
Premier League Team of the Decade - Sergio Aguero, Gareth Bale, Virgil van Dijk
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the decade from 2010 to 2019, including Sergio Aguero, Gareth Bale and Virgil van Dijk.
Dec 25, 09:00
Manchester City assistant coach Mikel Arteta before the match on November 30, 2019
Mikel Arteta 'to raid Manchester City backroom staff after Arsenal move'
Mikel Arteta is allegedly prepared to target Manchester City's backroom staff as he bids to put together his own team at Arsenal.
Dec 18, 17:52
Mesut Ozil in action for Arsenal on January 29, 2019
News Extra: Ozil captaincy suspicions, "Problem child" Pogba, Milan 'want Wenger'
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including "raised eyebrows" over Mesut Ozil's Arsenal captaincy, Kasper Schmeichel's verdict on Paul Pogba and Arsene Wenger's links to the AC Milan job.
Oct 2, 10:44
Manchester United's Victor Lindelof pictured with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in August 2019
Manchester United vs. Arsenal: A history of hostility
The two Premier League giants meet at Old Trafford on Monday night.
Sep 29, 11:41
Billy Gilmour in action for Chelsea on August 31, 2019
Cesc Fabregas praises Chelsea youngster Billy Gilmour
Former Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas praises Blues youngster Billy Gilmour after his performance in the EFL Cup tie with Grimsby Town.
Sep 26, 12:14
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates completing his hat-trick against Real Betis on March 17, 2019
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal once held talks over signing Barcelona's Lionel Messi'
Former manager Arsene Wenger says that Arsenal attempted to sign Lionel Messi when the Barcelona forward was just 16 years of age.
Sep 9, 11:54
Cesc Fabregas in action for Chelsea on November 7, 2018
Cesc Fabregas reveals he rejected Real Madrid move
Cesc Fabregas says that he turned down the chance to join Real Madrid on more than one occasion during his time with Arsenal.
Sep 5, 20:38
Rodrigo is mobbed by his Spain teammates after opening the scoring in the Euro 2020 qualifier against Norway on March 23, 2019
Cesc Fabregas still keen on Spain recall
Monaco midfielder Cesc Fabregas says that he still has ambitions to earn a recall to the Spain squad.
Aug 31, 17:46
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on August 17, 2019
Kevin De Bruyne breaks Premier League assist record
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne becomes the fastest player to register 50 Premier League assists, beating the record previously held by Arsenal's Mesut Ozil.
Aug 25, 13:38
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
Cesc Fabregas sent off as Monaco lose to Lyon
Debutant Benjamin Lecomte was at fault for the second goal.
Aug 10, 00:46
Antoine Griezmann warms up for Barcelona on July 23, 2019
Preview:Barcelona vs. Napoli - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the pre-season friendly between Barcelona and Napoli, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Aug 9, 10:55
Antoine Griezmann in action for Barcelona on July 23, 2019
Preview:Napoli vs. Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the pre-season friendly between Napoli and Barcelona at the Hard Rock Stadium in Florida, including team news and predicted lineups.
Aug 6, 10:10
Manchester City midfielder David Silva celebrates opening the scoring in the FA Cup final against Watford on May 18, 2019
Stats: David Silva versus the Premier League's greatest midfield imports
The Spaniard is set to leave Manchester City after one final season.
Jun 26, 11:52
Cesc Fabregas misses a penalty during the FA Cup third-round game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on January 5, 2019
Cesc Fabregas: 'Impossible to choose favourite from Chelsea, Arsenal'
The London rivals go head-to-head in Azerbaijan on Wednesday evening.
May 29, 15:52
Leonardo Jardim in charge of Monaco on August 4, 2018
Monaco seal Ligue 1 survival despite Nice defeat
An own goal from Benoit Badiashile and a Mickael Le Bihan penalty earned Nice the points.
May 25, 11:54
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas hangs his head during the Premier League match against Southampton on January 2, 2019
Monaco midfielder Cesc Fabregas opens up on Chelsea exit
Former Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas suggests that Maurizio Sarri's favouritism towards Jorginho was a big part of the reason why he left Stamford Bridge.
Apr 13, 11:50
Arsenal's Matteo Guendouzi is fouled in the Premier League clash with Manchester United on December 5, 2018.
Red mist - how Arsenal and Manchester United became the best of enemies
Clubs have been involved in some heated encounters.
Mar 9, 11:26
Nicolo Barella in action for Cagliari in November 2017
Report: Arsenal step up interest in Cagliari ace Nicolo Barella
Arsenal reportedly had scouts present for Cagliari's Serie A clash with Inter Milan on Friday to watch £44m-rated midfielder Nicolo Barella up close.
Mar 2, 18:35
Leonardo Jardim in charge of Monaco on August 4, 2018
Jardim praises impact of Monaco's loan players
The principality team have climbed out of the relegation zone since the sacking of Thierry Henry.
Feb 23, 13:59
Willian in action for Chelsea in the EFL Cup on January 24, 2019
Chelsea contract policy to force Willian out of Stamford Bridge?
Willian is reportedly after a new four-year contract but Chelsea are only willing to add an extra 12 months to his existing deal, which expires at the end of next season.
Feb 6, 17:44
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