Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur argues with a decision from the referee in the Champions League game against Juventus on March 7, 2018
Harry Kane to be handed England captaincy for World Cup?
Gareth Southgate will go with Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane as his captain for this summer's World Cup finals in Russia, according to a report.
Mar 9, 10:35
Sean Dyche gives orders during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Sean Dyche: 'Burnley quartet in England contention'
Burnley boss Sean Dyche suggests that four of his players deserve to be in contention for Gareth Southgate's next England squad.
Mar 8, 18:19
Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring for Everton against Huddersfield Town on December 2, 2017
Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin tipped for full England call-up
Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin is reportedly under consideration for the England senior squad.
Mar 8, 14:59
Jack Butland reacts to United taking a brief lead during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Stoke City's Jack Butland struggling to avoid World Cup fever
Stoke City goalkeeper Jack Butland claims that it is "impossible" to ignore the fact that the World Cup is edging closer.
Mar 7, 20:21
Burnley defender James Tarkowski in action during his side's FA Cup clash with Lincoln City
England boss Gareth Southgate considering James Tarkowski call-up
Burnley's James Tarkowski is reportedly in contention for an England call-up against Holland and Italy.
Mar 7, 09:57
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool's Jordan Henderson has hardest job in English football'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp claims that midfielder Jordan Henderson has "the most difficult job" in English football after replacing Steven Gerrard.
Mar 5, 17:10
Harry Maguire in action during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
Claude Puel: 'Harry Maguire can be a Leicester City leader'
Leicester City manager Claude Puel says that defender Harry Maguire has the attributes to become a leader within the club.
Feb 28, 14:04
Jermain Defoe has a breather during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Jermain Defoe: 'England door opened by Gareth Southgate'
Bournemouth striker Jermain Defoe reveals that England manager Gareth Southgate has offered him a chance to be part of the Three Lions World Cup squad.
Feb 28, 13:36
Harry Maguire in action during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
Harry Maguire hoping for long Leicester City stay
Leicester City centre-back Harry Maguire insists that he plans to remain at the club for the long-term after an impressive start to life at the King Power Stadium.
Feb 21, 17:46
Alfie Mawson is happy during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Carlos Carvalhal plays down Alfie Mawson injury fears
Carlos Carvalhal says that he does not think the injury sustained by Alfie Mawson prior to the meeting with Sheffield Wednesday is anything serious.
Feb 17, 18:23
Harry Maguire in action during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
Manchester City, Manchester United keen on Leicester City's Harry Maguire?
Manchester City and Manchester United are reportedly planning to make an approach for Leicester City defender Harry Maguire during the summer.
Feb 10, 09:31
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
England manager Gareth Southgate hoping to learn from Super Bowl
England manager Gareth Southgate is hoping to pick up tips and techniques from American football as he prepares to attend Super Bowl LII this weekend.
Feb 4, 12:53
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UEFA Nations League game between Croatia, England to be played behind closed doors
UEFA confirms that England's opening Nations League game will be played behind closed doors as Croatia complete a stadium ban for having a swastika on their pitch.
Jan 30, 20:20
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Liverpool 'reduce asking price for Daniel Sturridge'
Liverpool are understood to have lowered the asking price for striker Daniel Sturridge in order to secure the forward a move away from Anfield.
Jan 28, 13:54
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Inter Milan 'agree fee for Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge'
Inter Milan reportedly agree a fee with Liverpool for out-of-favour striker Daniel Sturridge.
Jan 27, 09:31
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate: 'World Cup squad far from decided'
England manager Gareth Southgate says that he is not closing the door on any players ahead of selecting his World Cup squad, paving the way for Jack Wilshere to return.
Jan 25, 19:14
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
England boss Gareth Southgate happy with UEFA Nations League draw
England boss Gareth Southgate says that he was prepared for a tough draw in the UEFA Nations League as the Three Lions were paired with Spain and Croatia.
Jan 24, 16:40
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016
England draw Spain, Croatia in Nations League
England draw Spain and Croatia in the Nations League, while Republic of Ireland are given a reunion with Wales and Denmark.
Jan 24, 11:48
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
Ruben Loftus-Cheek sidelined with "severe" ankle injury
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson admits that Ruben Loftus-Cheek's ankle injury is worse than first feared and could even rule the England midfielder out of the World Cup.
Jan 18, 22:58
Danny Welbeck in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Sunderland on May 16, 2017
Can Danny Welbeck lead Arsenal to Europa League glory?
Arsenal will be without Alexandre Lacazette until the start of April, but can they maintain their progress in the Europa League with Danny Welbeck in attack?
Jan 14, 17:25
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
England to face Nigeria, Costa Rica in June ahead of World Cup
England are to face Nigeria at Wembley Stadium on June 2 and Costa Rica at Elland Road four days later, before setting off for the 2018 World Cup.
Jan 10, 16:30
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on May 21, 2017
Daniel Sturridge 'pushing for Inter move'
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge reportedly offers himself up to Inter Milan as he eyes a loan deal for the second half of the season.
Jan 10, 09:29
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FA to use 'Rooney Rule' to decide on Gareth Southgate successor
The FA will use the 'Rooney Rule' to decide on the next England manager when current boss Gareth Southgate leaves the post.
Jan 9, 14:14
Ruben Loftus-Cheek in action during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
Chelsea rule out Ruben Loftus-Cheek sale to Crystal Palace
Chelsea reportedly rule out selling midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek to Crystal Palace once his loan with the Eagles expires.
Jan 8, 10:21
West Ham United goalkeeper Joe Hart in action during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester United on August 13, 2017
Newcastle United look to sign Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart?
Newcastle United are reportedly keen to secure a deal to sign Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart, who is currently on loan at West Ham United.
Jan 6, 12:46
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Arsene Wenger backs Jack Wilshere for England recall
Arsene Wenger says that Jack Wilshere's critics were wrong to give up on him, having bounced back to play a key part for Arsenal over the last month.
Jan 4, 14:14
Theo Walcott celebrates opening the scoring during the Champions League game between Arsenal and Bayern Munich on March 7, 2017
Arsenal forward Theo Walcott open to AC Milan loan switch?
Arsenal forward Theo Walcott is reportedly open to a loan switch to AC Milan during the January transfer window.
Jan 4, 11:21
Andy Carroll in action during the EFL Cup game between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United on October 25, 2017
Danny Mills backs Andy Carroll to be selected for England's World Cup squad
Danny Mills tips West Ham United striker Andy Carroll for a surprise call-up to England's World Cup squad.
Jan 3, 14:29
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Gareth Southgate to consider Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere for England?
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is reportedly back in contention for an England call-up after making three consecutive starts in the Premier League.
Dec 24, 10:49
Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Napoli consider January move for Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere?
Napoli are reportedly considering whether to make a £13.2m bid for Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere in January.
Dec 19, 10:11
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Report: Daniel Sturridge free to leave Liverpool on loan
Daniel Sturridge is free to leave Liverpool on loan in January in a bid to get first-team football ahead of the World Cup, according to a report.
Dec 17, 10:56
Harry Kane rues a missed opportunity in Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League match against Stoke City on December 9, 2017
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur
As part of the build-up to Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Tottenham, Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI from both squads.
Dec 15, 16:10
Ben Gibson after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Ben Gibson: 'I knew I would lose England place by staying with Middlesbrough'
Ben Gibson acknowledges that he was likely to lose his place in Gareth Southgate's England squad following Middlesbrough's relegation to the Championship.
Dec 14, 20:12
Jack Wilshere and Jack Cork in action during the Premier League game between Burnley and Arsenal on November 26, 2017
Jack Wilshere remains focused despite uncertain future at Arsenal
Jack Wilshere remains focused despite his uncertain future at Arsenal and wants to fight for a Gunners first-team spot as well as a place in the England squad.
Dec 10, 12:20
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Liverpool 'to offer Daniel Sturridge as Steven N'Zonzi makeweight'
Liverpool are reportedly considering the option of including Daniel Sturridge as a makeweight in a January move for Sevilla midfielder Steven N'Zonzi.
Dec 5, 09:18
Arthur Masuaku and Marc Albrighton in action during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Leicester City on November 24, 2017
Demarai Gray backs Marc Albrighton for England call-up
Demarai Gray claims that Leicester City teammate Marc Albrighton should be in line for an England call-up.
Dec 4, 13:02
David and Brooklyn Beckham watch on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
David Beckham: 'There are no easy games at World Cup'
Former England captain David Beckham believes that the Three Lions will not have any easy games at the World Cup, despite a seemingly kind draw for Russia 2018.
Dec 3, 20:14
Eric Dier wears the captain's armband during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
Gareth Southgate provides England skipper update
England boss Gareth Southgate suggests that the Three Lions will enter the 2018 World Cup without a permanent captain in place.
Dec 3, 17:32
Peter Shilton pictured in 2014
Peter Shilton: 'England given favourable World Cup group draw'
Peter Shilton claims that England have been given a great chance to progress at next summer's World Cup.
Dec 1, 20:48
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016
Gareth Southgate "grateful" after favourable World Cup draw
England manager Gareth Southgate declares himself pleased with the logistical side of the Three Lions' World Cup draw, with six days between games one and two.
Dec 1, 17:09
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