/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F21%2F37%2Fwelcome-to-sports-mole-transparent-click-area.png "Welcome to Sports Mole")
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F31%2Fsports-mole-favicon-32x32.png "Sports Mole FAVICON"){kind=small}
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F37%2Fjake-livermore.jpg "West Bromwich Albion midfielder Jake Livermore in action")
Jake Livermore given extended break by West Bromwich Albion
West Bromwich Albion and England midfielder Jake Livermore is given an extended break by his club to help him recover from mental fatigue.Sep 17, 21:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F36%2Fjack-butland.jpg "Jack Butland reacts to United taking a brief lead during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017")
Jack Butland: 'Stoke City fans know my ambitions'
Jack Butland claims that Stoke City fans would not begrudge him if he left the bet365 Stadium in search of Champions League football.Sep 16, 11:35
Mark Hughes: 'Jack Butland ready to replace Joe Hart'
Jack Butland has a "really good case" to become England's number-one keeper heading into the World Cup finals, according to Stoke City manager Mark Hughes.Sep 12, 13:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F36%2Fjordan-henderson.jpg "Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson barks orders during his side's Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on August 12, 2017")
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Liverpool
Ahead of this weekend's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Liverpool, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the two squads.Sep 8, 14:44
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F36%2Fmarcus-rashford.jpg "Marcus Rashford sends in the second during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017")
Gareth Southgate compares Marcus Rashford to Wayne Rooney, Michael Owen
England manager Gareth Southgate backs Marcus Rashford to emulate the likes of Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen for club and country.Sep 7, 19:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain 'chose Liverpool after Gareth Southgate talks'
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain decided on a switch from Arsenal to Liverpool after discussing the move with England manager Gareth Southgate, according to a report.Sep 6, 17:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgareth-southgate_1.JPG "Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
Report: Football Association to bring in full-time psychologist
A report claims that the Football Association is to appoint a full-time psychologist in time for next summer's World Cup finals in Russia. Sep 6, 16:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgareth-southgate-marcus-rashford.JPG "England forward Marcus Rashford speaks with interim manager Gareth Southgate during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
England boss Gareth Southgate: 'Marcus Rashford lifted the crowd'
England manager Gareth Southgate discusses Marcus Rashford's performance following Monday's 2-1 win over Slovakia at Wembley.Sep 4, 21:36
Dele Alli in danger of missing England qualifiers after middle-finger gesture
Dele Alli could face an England ban after appearing to direct a middle-finger gesture at the referee during this evening's win over Slovakia.Sep 4, 21:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F36%2Feric-dier_1.jpg "Eric Dier celebrates with teammates after scoring during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017")
Eric Dier hails Marcus Rashford's "show of character" following England win
Eric Dier hails Marcus Rashford's "character" following England's 2-1 win over Slovakia at Wembley.Sep 4, 21:00
England survive Slovakia scare to move to brink of World Cup finals
England move to within one win of World Cup qualification courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Slovakia at Wembley.Sep 4, 20:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F36%2Feric-dier.jpg "Eric Dier scores an equaliser during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017")
Live Commentary: England 2-1 Slovakia - as it happened
Relive England's 2-1 win over Slovakia at Wembley as the hosts come from behind to move to the brink of World Cup qualification.Sep 4, 17:46
Team News: Marcus Rashford starts for England
Marcus Rashford starts for England as they welcome Slovakia.Sep 4, 17:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fjordan-henderson_1.JPG "England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
England 'plan Brazil, Germany friendlies'
The FA is reportedly lining up friendlies with Brazil, Germany and Italy as part of England's World Cup preparations.Sep 4, 16:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fjesse-lingard.JPG "England midfielder Jesse Lingard in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
Jesse Lingard, Harry Maguire cut from England squad
Jesse Lingard, Harry Maguire and Jermain Defoe are left out of England's 23-man squad to face Slovakia, while Eric Dier is included after returning from suspension.Sep 4, 11:51
England defender Phil Jones expects tough test from Slovakia
England defender Phil Jones admits that he and his Three Lions teammates are expecting Slovakia to provide their "biggest challenge" when the sides meet at Wembley.Sep 4, 09:17
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fgareth-southgate_1.jpg "England Under-21s manager Gareth Southgate looks on during his side's match against Croatia Under-21 on October 10, 2014")
Gareth Southgate: 'Phil Jones is England's best defender'
England boss Gareth Southgate describes Manchester United's Phil Jones as the Three Lions' best defender based on current form.Sep 4, 09:03
Preview:England vs. Slovakia
Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup qualifier between Group F's top two teams as leaders England host Slovakia at Wembley.Sep 3, 21:13
Gareth Southgate urges Wembley crowd to get behind England against Slovakia
Gareth Southgate is eager for the England fans at Wembley Stadium to fully get behind their nation in Monday's crucial World Cup Group F qualifier with Slovakia.Sep 3, 15:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fjordan-henderson.JPG "England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016")
Gareth Southgate: 'Jordan Henderson will captain England against Slovakia'
Gareth Southgate reveals that Jordan Henderson will captain England for the World Cup qualifier against Slovakia at Wembley Stadium on Monday night.Sep 3, 15:29
Wayne Rooney not considering England playing return
Wayne Rooney says that his mind is made up on his England playing retirement, but would not rule out a role as coach or even manager in future.Sep 3, 09:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fraheem-sterling.jpg "Raheem Sterling makes a friend during an England training session on August 29, 2017")
Gareth Southgate backs Raheem Sterling to bounce back for England
Gareth Southgate believes that Raheem Sterling will bounce back from a testing week when England host Slovakia in Monday night's World Cup qualifier at Wembley Stadium.Sep 3, 08:16
Harry Kane: 'England fans must stay patient'
England striker Harry Kane urges fans to stay patient with the team after sections booed at half time of the 4-0 World Cup qualifying win over Malta.Sep 2, 21:55
Gareth Southgate accepts supporter unrest during Malta win
Gareth Southgate says that unrest from supporters is something that his England players have to "deal with", having been booed during the 4-0 win over Malta on Friday.Sep 2, 13:46
Gareth Southgate: 'England did a professional job'
England boss Gareth Southgate says that the Three Lions did a "professional" job as they registered a 4-0 win over Malta in their World Cup qualifier.Sep 2, 08:29
Harry Kane: 'England did the job'
England striker Harry Kane believes that his side completed the job they were sent out to do despite a largely unconvincing display in their 4-0 win over Malta.Sep 1, 21:14
Jordan Henderson: 'Plenty of room for England improvement'
England captain Jordan Henderson admits that there is a lot of room for improvement following his side's 4-0 World Cup qualifying win over Malta.Sep 1, 21:07
Late salvo spares England blushes against Malta
England score three late goals to help them to a 4-0 win over Malta in Ta'Qali, with Harry Kane netting a brace.Sep 1, 20:42
Team News: Jordan Henderson to captain England against Malta
Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson is picked by Gareth Southgate to captain England in Friday's World Cup qualifier against Malta at the Ta'Qali Stadium.Sep 1, 18:12
Live Commentary: Malta 0-4 England - as it happened
Relive England's 4-0 win over Malta as three late goals from the Three Lions help them to victory at the Ta'Qali National Stadium.Sep 1, 17:45
Gareth Southgate: 'I don't see Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain as a central midfielder'
Gareth Southgate believes that versatile England and Liverpool ace Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain "is more productive" out wide, rather than in his preferred central position. Sep 1, 12:12
Gareth Southgate to share around England captaincy duties
Gareth Southgate hopes to turn his England players into a collective group of leaders by passing the captain's armband around.Aug 31, 21:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fjoe-hart.jpg "Joe Hart in action during an England training session on August 29, 2017")
Gareth Southgate confirms Joe Hart will start against Malta
England manager Gareth Southgate confirms that Joe Hart will start in the World Cup qualifier against Malta.Aug 31, 19:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fmalta-jesse-lingard.jpg "Malta players chase after Jesse Lingard in a match between England and Malta at Wembley")
Preview:Malta vs. England
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Group F qualifier between bottom side Malta and top-of-the-group England at the Ta'Qali National Stadium.Aug 30, 17:02
Phil Jones, Kieran Trippier and Jake Livermore miss England training
Phil Jones misses England training due to an ankle injury picked up at the weekend, while Kieran Trippier and Jake Livermore are also nursing minor injuries.Aug 29, 17:44
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fnathaniel-chalobah.jpg "Chelsea midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah in action during his side's Premier League clash with champions Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on October 15, 2016")
Watford midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah: "Chelsea is in the past now"
Watford midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah intends to 'stay focused' in order to prove that his decision to leave Chelsea for regular first-team football was the right one. Aug 29, 16:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fjordan-pickford.jpg "Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in action during his side's Premier League clash with Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Everton's Jordan Pickford pulls out of England squad with muscle injury
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford withdraws from the England squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers against Malta and Slovakia due to a muscle injury.Aug 29, 08:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F34%2Fharry-maguire.jpg "Harry Maguire celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Brighton & Hove Albion on August 19, 2017")
Leicester City's Harry Maguire "delighted" with England call-up
Harry Maguire intends to "keep working hard" in order to force his way into England boss Gareth Southgate's plans for a starting spot against Malta and Slovakia.Aug 26, 20:00
Craig Shakespeare tips Harry Maguire as future England captain
Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare claims that Harry Maguire has what it takes to captain England, as he prepares to make his senior international bow.Aug 24, 15:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fgareth-southgate.jpg "Interim manager Gareth Southgate watches on during England training on October 4, 2016")
Gareth Southgate hails Harry Maguire after England call-up
England boss Gareth Southgate says that he is looking forward to assessing Harry Maguire after naming the Leicester City centre-back in his latest squad.Aug 24, 14:18
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F23%2Fgambling-online.png "Footer logo for GAMSTOP"){kind=small}
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F06%2FGambleAware%20Secondary%20Main%20Grey.png "on February 3, 2024"){kind=small}