Harry Winks nurses an injured leg during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace on November 5, 2017
Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Winks doubtful for England friendlies
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks is doubtful for England's upcoming friendly internationals after picking up an injury.
Nov 5, 22:14
Joe Hart in action during an England training session on August 29, 2017
Joe Hart: 'Liverpool can be beaten on Saturday'
West Ham United goalkeeper Joe Hart insists that Liverpool can be beaten on Saturday in the crunch Premier League clash between the sides at the London Stadium.
Nov 3, 21:12
Jermain Defoe has a breather during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Eddie Howe: 'Jermain Defoe still has England chance'
Eddie Howe refuses to blame Jermain Defoe for Bournemouth's struggles so far this season and insists that the striker can still play a part for England at the World Cup.
Nov 3, 17:40
Harry Winks in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Barcelona to consider approach for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks?
Barcelona could reportedly move for Harry Winks in the summer after the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder impressed against Real Madrid on Wednesday night.
Nov 3, 15:56
Harry Winks in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino: 'Harry Winks must keep feet on grass'
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Mauricio Pochettino says that midfielder Harry Winks must "keep his feet on the grass" after praise regarding his recent performances.
Nov 3, 14:09
Tammy Abraham represents England Under-19s against Japan Under-19s on November 15, 2015
Chris Hughton: 'Brighton & Hove Albion tried to sign Tammy Abraham in summer'
Chris Hughton admits that he wanted to bring Tammy Abraham to Brighton & Hove Albion in the summer but has no regrets about missing out on the young striker's signature.
Nov 2, 22:26
Harry Winks in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
England boss Gareth Southgate impressed by composure of Harry Winks
England boss Gareth Southgate says that he has been impressed with the composure shown on the ball by Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks.
Nov 2, 18:41
Chris Smalling in action during an England training session on August 29, 2017
England boss Gareth Southgate: 'Chris Smalling dropped due to ability on ball'
England boss Gareth Southgate says that Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has been dropped from his squad due the level of his ability to play the ball out of defence.
Nov 2, 18:17
Manchester United's Ashley Young is tackled by Everton's Idrissa Gueye on April 4, 2017
Gareth Southgate: 'Ashley Young deserves England recall'
England boss Gareth Southgate says that Ashley Young deserves his recall to the Three Lions squad due to his performances for Manchester United.
Nov 2, 18:03
Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
England boss Gareth Southgate: 'Jack Wilshere needs game-time at Arsenal'
Boss Gareth Southgate says that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere does not feature in his England squad because of his lack of game time with the Gunners.
Nov 2, 17:48
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate names England squad for friendlies
Gareth Southgate names his England squad for the upcoming international friendlies with Germany and Brazil.
Nov 2, 14:10
A shaven-headed Jack Wilshere in action during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Jack Wilshere ready for England recall'
Arsene Wenger believes that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere "is ready" for an England recall, 17 months after last featuring.
Nov 1, 14:17
Tammy Abraham represents England Under-19s against Japan Under-19s on November 15, 2015
Tammy Abraham 'pledges allegiance to England'
Chelsea youngster Tammy Abraham reportedly decides to pledge his international allegiance to England rather than Nigeria.
Oct 31, 13:17
Jermain Defoe on the bench during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Watford on August 19, 2017
Jermain Defoe 'worried England dream is over due to lack of Bournemouth minutes'
Jermain Defoe is reportedly worried that he will be overlooked by England due to his lack of regular game time at Bournemouth.
Oct 31, 10:43
Everton striker Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Wayne Rooney denied Wembley send-off during November friendlies
England legend Wayne Rooney is denied the opportunity of a Three Lions send-off during the side's friendlies against Germany and Brazil this month.
Oct 25, 14:54
Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Jack Wilshere assured of England spot by Gareth Southgate?
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is reportedly assured of his England spot by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate after impressing since his return from injury.
Oct 25, 12:11
Arsenal's Theo Walcott celebrates equalising against Manchester City on April 2, 2017
Theo Walcott frustrated by lack of Arsenal playing time
England international hopeful Theo Walcott confesses that he has been left upset by his lack of minutes so far in what has been a "stuttering start to the season".
Oct 20, 11:06
Harry Kane and Dele Alli pictured from behind during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool at Wembley, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the two squads.
Oct 20, 09:29
Interim manager Gareth Southgate watches on during England training on October 4, 2016
England move into 12th place in FIFA World Rankings
England move up three places into 12th spot in the updated FIFA World Rankings, while Scotland and Republic of Ireland break into the top 30.
Oct 16, 09:27
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
Chris Hughton urges Gareth Southgate to visit Brighton & Hove Albion
Brighton & Hove Albion boss Chris Hughton believes that England manager Gareth Southgate should consider Lewis Dunk, Solly March and Dale Stephens for the national team.
Oct 15, 08:14
England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Jurgen Klopp angry with England over Jordan Henderson
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits to being "not happy" with Gareth Southgate for playing Jordan Henderson in England's game in Lithuania last weekend.
Oct 13, 14:40
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
Andy Carroll 'hopeful' of England call-up
West Ham United striker Andy Carroll reveals that he is 'hopeful' of earning a place in the England squad for next summer's World Cup in Russia.
Oct 13, 12:13
A shaven-headed Jack Wilshere in action during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Jack Wilshere showing best form for a long time'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that midfielder Jack Wilshere is beginning to show his "best form for a long time" and can earn a recall to the England squad.
Oct 12, 10:56
Jack Butland in action during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Gordon Banks: 'Jack Butland should be number one'
Former England goalkeeper Gordon Banks insists that Stoke City's Jack Butland should be Gareth Southgate's number one stopper for the 2018 World Cup.
Oct 10, 16:27
Generic image of a locker room
England players 'to have rabies shots'
The England squad will reportedly receive immunisation against rabies ahead of their trip to Russia for the World Cup next summer.
Oct 10, 14:52
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
Tottenham Hotspur turned down Nice approach for Harry Winks?
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks was reportedly the subject of a failed loan approach from Nice last season.
Oct 10, 14:20
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
Aaron Cresswell: 'Andy Carroll can make World Cup squad'
Aaron Cresswell insists that West Ham United teammate Andy Carroll is good enough to earn a recall to the England squad, five years on from his last cap.
Oct 9, 11:20
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
Jack Butland: 'Performances need to improve before World Cup'
England goalkeeper Jack Butland concedes that an improvement is required if his side are to be considered contenders to challenge at next summer's World Cup finals.
Oct 9, 08:36
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate: England "flat" after uninspiring victory
Gareth Southgate admits that improvement is needed after England struggled to break down Lithuania on Sunday evening, coming away from Vilnius with a slender 1-0 win.
Oct 8, 20:36
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
Gareth Southgate: 'Harry Kane continues to lead from the front'
Gareth Southgate says that he has been left impressed by what he has seen from Harry Kane since handing the striker the captain's armband.
Oct 8, 20:22
Interim manager Gareth Southgate watches on during England training on October 4, 2016
Gareth Southgate hails "excellent" Harry Winks debut
England manager Gareth Southgate singles debutant Harry Winks out for praise following his side's unconvincing 1-0 win over Lithuania.
Oct 8, 18:20
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Toothless England scrape past Lithuania
England end their World Cup qualifying campaign with an unconvincing 1-0 win in Lithuania as Harry Kane scores the only goal of the game.
Oct 8, 17:50
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
Team News: Harry Winks, Harry Maguire to make England debuts against Lithuania
Harry Winks and Harry Maguire are in line to make their England debuts in Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Lithuania in Vilnius.
Oct 8, 15:07
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Live Commentary: Lithuania 0-1 England - as it happened
Relive England's narrow 1-0 victory over Lithuania as Harry Kane scores the only goal of the game in Vilnius.
Oct 8, 15:00
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
Gareth Southgate: 'Adam Lallana best player in England team'
Gareth Southgate believes that Adam Lallana is England's brightest creative spark and "best player" rather than Dele Alli.
Oct 8, 08:47
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate: 'England have no big players'
England manager Gareth Southgate rejects suggestions that his squad contains a number of "big players", insisting that they need to prove themselves by winning trophies.
Oct 7, 21:58
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
Gareth Southgate: 'England door not closed on Jack Wilshere'
Gareth Southgate insists that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere remains in his England plans, but only if he starts getting more playing time at his club side.
Oct 7, 18:30
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate: 'We need backing from England supporters'
England boss Gareth Southgate hopes to see supporters get right behind his players, but admits that patience will be required.
Oct 7, 15:32
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
Jack Butland to start World Cup qualifier against Lithuania
England manager Gareth Southgate praises Jack Butland for 'remaining patient', as he confirms plans to start the Stoke City goalkeeper against Lithuania on Sunday.
Oct 7, 15:21
A shaven-headed Jack Wilshere in action during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Gareth Southgate to hand England recall to Jack Wilshere?
England boss Gareth Southgate is reportedly considering whether to hand an international recall to Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere.
Oct 7, 08:49
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