England manager Gareth Southgate on September 23, 2022
England vs. Iran: How do the two managers compare ahead of World Cup opener?
Ahead of the World Cup Group B opener between England and Iran, Sports Mole takes a closer look at both managers - Gareth Southgate and Carlos Queiroz.
Nov 21, 10:37
 Iran's Mehdi Taremi celebrates scoring their first goal in September 2022
World Cup 2022: Reasons for Iran to be confident of beating England at World Cup
Ahead of the World Cup Group B curtain-raiser between England and Iran, Sports Mole looks at some reasons why Iran should be confident about picking up a positive result.
Nov 21, 09:58
 England's Kieran Trippier, Harry Kane and Kyle Walker with teammates during training on November 16, 2022
World Cup 2022: Reasons for England to be confident of beating Iran at World Cup
Ahead of England's World Cup opener against Iran, Sports Mole looks at some reasons for the Three Lions to be confident of kicking off their campaign with a win.
Nov 21, 09:26
 England's Harry Maguire shakes hands with manager Gareth Southgate after the match on September 26, 2022
Bukayo Saka, Harry Maguire 'to start for England against Iran'
England boss Gareth Southgate reportedly decides to include Harry Maguire and Bukayo Saka in his starting lineup for Monday's World Cup opener with Iran.
Nov 21, 09:19
 Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on September 26, 2022
World Cup 2022: Why you should expect a set-piece goal from England against Iran
Ahead of England's World Cup opener against Iran, Sports Mole looks at why to expect a set-piece goal to perhaps be the difference for the Three Lions.
Nov 21, 08:59
 Harry Kane in England training on September 25, 2022
Harry Kane to be booked for wearing OneLove armband?
The Football Association are reportedly concerned that Harry Kane could be booked if he wears the 'OneLove' armband in support of LGBTQ+ rights.
Nov 21, 00:17
 England's Kieran Trippier, Harry Kane and Kyle Walker with teammates during training on November 16, 2022
England vs. Iran: How do both squads compare ahead of World Cup Group B clash?
Ahead of Monday's World Cup Group B clash between England and Iran, Sports Mole compares the key statistics from both squads.
Nov 20, 18:26
 England's Kyle Walker, James Maddison, Jack Grealish and Conor Gallagher during training on November 16, 2022
Kyle Walker, James Maddison to miss England's World Cup opener with Iran
England manager Gareth Southgate confirms that James Maddison and Kyle Walker will both miss Monday's World Cup 2022 opener with Iran through injury.
Nov 20, 15:49
 Everton's Jordan Pickford cops a feel on October 9, 2022
Chelsea considering move for Everton's Jordan Pickford?
Chelsea reportedly consider a move for Everton's Jordan Pickford amid uncertainty over Kepa Arrizabalaga and Edouard Mendy's futures.
Nov 20, 12:38
 Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino pictured on April 23, 2022
Mauricio Pochettino opens door to Manchester United job in future
Mauricio Pochettino refuses to close the door on managing Manchester United in the future, having been heavily linked with the job before Erik ten Hag's appointment.
Nov 19, 18:09
 Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring for Borussia Dortmund on September 14, 2022
Luke Shaw lavishes praise on Jude Bellingham amid Manchester United talk
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw hails England teammate Jude Bellingham amid reports linking the Borussia Dortmund midfielder with a move to Old Trafford.
Nov 19, 08:20
 England players pose before a Nations League game in September 2022
Preview:England vs. Iran - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup clash between England and Iran, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 19, 08:01
 Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates scoring their first goal on November 12, 2022
Phil Foden set to start World Cup opener for England?
Manchester City's Phil Foden is reportedly set to start in England's opening group game of the World Cup against Iran on November 21.
Nov 18, 18:20
 Arsenal and England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale pictured on November 18, 2022
Aaron Ramsdale: 'Dad might have heart attack if I start at World Cup'
Arsenal and England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale jokes that his father "might have a heart attack" if he starts for the Three Lions at the World Cup.
Nov 18, 13:51
 England's James Maddison during a press conference on November 16, 2022
James Maddison misses England training again
Leicester City midfielder James Maddison misses England training for the second day in a row as the Three Lions gear up for their World Cup opener with Iran on Monday.
Nov 18, 12:54
 Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino pictured on April 23, 2022
Mauricio Pochettino confirms he is open to England job
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino insists that he would be open to replacing Gareth Southgate as England manager.
Nov 17, 14:01
 England's James Maddison during a press conference on November 16, 2022
James Maddison misses England training ahead of World Cup opener
England playmaker James Maddison misses Thursday morning's training session ahead of Monday's World Cup opener with Iran, with his workload being carefully managed.
Nov 17, 11:35
 Brazil players pose for a team group photo before the match on September 23, 2022
Brazil, England, Argentina - A closer look at the World Cup favourites
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole takes a closer look at five of the favourites to go all the way this winter.
Nov 17, 11:23
 England's Kyle Walker, James Maddison, Jack Grealish and Conor Gallagher during training on November 16, 2022
Kyle Walker set to miss England's World Cup opener against Iran
Kyle Walker reveals that he is unlikely to take part in England's opening 2022 World Cup Group B fixture against Iran next Monday as he continues to recover from a groin injury.
Nov 16, 23:21
 Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez in action for Argentina in February 2022
Which Manchester United players will feature at the 2022 World Cup?
Sports Mole looks at which Manchester United players will represent their countries at the 2022 World Cup.
Nov 16, 16:29
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on September 27, 2022
Argentina's Lionel Messi claims England are among favourites for 2022 World Cup
Lionel Messi believes that England are among the favourites to win the 2022 World Cup, and remains coy about Argentina's own prospects of success in Qatar.
Nov 16, 15:17
 Denzel Dumfries in action for Inter Milan on September 13, 2022
Arsenal 'leapfrog Chelsea in race for Inter Milan's Denzel Dumfries'
Arsenal have reportedly moved ahead of Chelsea in the race for Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries, who is valued at £30.5m.
Nov 15, 19:17
 Tammy Abraham in action for Roma on November 3, 2022
Roma willing to sell Manchester United-linked Tammy Abraham?
Roma are reportedly open to January offers for striker Tammy Abraham, who has struggled to fire for Jose Mourinho's side this season.
Nov 15, 12:58
 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland pictured after the match on October 8, 2022
Premier League Team of the Season so far - Haaland, Saliba, Almiron
Sports Mole picks its Premier League Team of the Season so far, including Erling Braut Haaland, William Saliba and Miguel Almiron.
Nov 14, 15:18
 Mason Mount celebrates scoring for England against Germany on September 26, 2022
England World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole previews England's chances as they aim to make it third time lucky in a major tournament under Gareth Southgate.
Nov 14, 14:00
 Darwin Nunez celebrates scoring for Liverpool on November 1, 2022
Premier League Team of the Week - Eriksen, Nunez, Odegaard
Sports Mole picks its Premier League Team of the Week, including Christian Eriksen, Darwin Nunez and Martin Odegaard.
Nov 13, 22:54
 Leicester City's James Maddison is consoled by manager Brendan Rodgers as he walks off to be substituted after sustaining an injury on November 12, 2022
Brendan Rodgers: 'James Maddison will be fit for World Cup'
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers says that James Maddison will be fit for the World Cup despite an injury scare against West Ham United.
Nov 12, 17:22
 Brentford's Ivan Toney celebrates scoring their first goal with Bryan Mbeumo on November 12, 2022
Ivan Toney strikes twice as Brentford stun Manchester City at the Etihad
Ivan Toney scores twice as Brentford stun Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium, denying the champions the chance to move temporarily top of the Premier League table.
Nov 12, 14:33
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in November 2022
Mikel Arteta confirms Arsenal will be active in January transfer window
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms that his side will be active in the January transfer window as they aim to maintain a Premier League title charge.
Nov 11, 15:59
 Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland pictured on the substitutes' bench before the match on November 9, 2022
Pep Guardiola delivers Erling Braut Haaland, Kyle Walker injury update for Brentford clash
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola reveals that Erling Braut Haaland is feeling 'a little better' and will be assessed to see if he can start against Brentford on Saturday.
Nov 11, 15:34
 Trent Alexander-Arnold in action for Liverpool on October 4, 2022
Jurgen Klopp questions Gary Neville comments on Trent Alexander-Arnold
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp disagrees with Gary Neville's claims that Trent Alexander-Arnold should not be starting World Cup knockout games for England.
Nov 11, 14:07
 Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring for Borussia Dortmund on October 5, 2022
Borussia Dortmund 'confident of keeping Jude Bellingham in summer'
Borussia Dortmund reportedly remain confident of fending off any interest in Jude Bellingham during the summer transfer window.
Nov 11, 09:18
 Leicester City's James Justin during the warm up before the match on January 19, 2022
Leicester City's James Justin ruled out for rest of season?
Leicester City full-back James Justin is set to miss the rest of the season after rupturing his Achilles in Tuesday's League Cup win over Newport County.
Nov 10, 23:29
 Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace on October 22, 2022.
Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin suffers fresh injury setback
Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin suffered a fresh injury setback after dislocating his shoulder against Leicester City.
Nov 10, 23:13
 Manchester City's Kyle Walker receives medical attention on October 2, 2022
Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Brentford
Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's injury and suspension news ahead of their Premier League clash with Brentford on Saturday.
Nov 10, 21:05
 Ben White in action for Arsenal on August 27, 2022
The winners and losers from England's World Cup squad
Following confirmation of England's World Cup squad, Sports Mole takes a look at the winners and losers from Gareth Southgate's announcement.
Nov 10, 14:52
 James Maddison in action for Leicester City on October 8, 2022
James Maddison, Ben White included in England World Cup squad
Leicester City's James Maddison and Arsenal's Ben White are both included in England's 26-man World Cup squad.
Nov 10, 13:59
 Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips pictured on November 9, 2022
Kalvin Phillips "optimistic" of making England World Cup squad
Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips is "optimistic" of being included in the England squad for the World Cup.
Nov 10, 09:39
 Chelsea defender Reece James pictured on October 5, 2022
Chelsea, England defender Reece James confirms he will miss World Cup
Chelsea and England defender Reece James confirms that he will miss the World Cup with the knee injury that he sustained at the beginning of October.
Nov 9, 13:29
 Chelsea defender Reece James pictured on October 5, 2022
Chelsea's Reece James 'left out of England squad for World Cup'
England boss Gareth Southgate leaves Reece James out of his squad for the 2022 World Cup, according to a report.
Nov 9, 09:21
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