England defender John Stones sees his header cleared off the line in the World Cup semi-final with Croatia on July 11, 2018
Preview:Croatia vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole looks ahead to Friday's UEFA Nations League match between Croatia and England, including team news, predictions and a full match preview.
Oct 11, 11:04
England's Jordan Henderson gestures in the match against Sweden on July 7, 2018
How England could line up against Croatia
Ahead of Friday evening's UEFA Nations League clash between Croatia and England, Sports Mole looks at how the Three Lions could line up.
Oct 10, 17:45
Harvey Barnes and Jack Colback in action during the Championship game between Nottingham Forest and West Bromwich Albion on August 7, 2018
Leicester plan to recall Harvey Barnes from loan spell at West Brom
Barnes' form for West Brom earned him his first England Under-21 call up.
Oct 9, 15:27
Sadio Mane scythes down Eden Hazard during the Premier League clash between Liverpool and Chelsea on September 29, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Eden Hazard, Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek seven, including the likes of Eden Hazard, Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling.
Oct 2, 07:28
Jamie Vardy celebrates scoring Leicester City's third goal in the win over Huddersfield Town on September 22, 2018
Leicester City fight back to see off Huddersfield Town
Leicester City overturn an early deficit to earn a 3-1 victory over Huddersfield Town in Saturday's Premier League clash at the King Power Stadium.
Sep 22, 16:22
Eden Hazard celebrates getting his side's first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Cardiff City on September 15, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Eden Hazard, David de Gea, Marko Arnautovic
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for matchday five, including hat-trick hero Eden Hazard, David de Gea and Marko Arnautovic.
Sep 18, 13:19
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe watches on during his side's 2-0 win over Cardiff City in the Premier League on August 11, 2018
Bournemouth survive late scare to see off Leicester City
Bournemouth maintain their impressive Premier League record against Leicester City despite a late scare by running out 4-2 winners over the Foxes at the Vitality Stadium.
Sep 15, 15:57
Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku scores the opening goal in his side's Premier League clash with Burnley on September 2, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard, Alexandre Lacazette
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for matchday four, including a front three of Romelu Lukaku, Alexandre Lacazette and Eden Hazard.
Sep 3, 11:46
Liverpool striker Sadio Mane scores the opening goal during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester on September 1, 2018
Liverpool hold off Leicester City challenge for best-ever Premier League start
Liverpool make it four wins from four to record their best-ever start to a Premier League season courtesy of a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Leicester City.
Sep 1, 13:22
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton on August 25, 2018
Preview:Leicester City vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predictions and lineups for Saturday's early Premier League kickoff between Leicester City and Liverpool.
Aug 30, 18:03
James Maddison in action for Leicester City on August 18, 2018
Claude Puel tips Leicester City midfielder James Maddison for England role
Claude Puel is confident that Leicester City midfielder James Maddison will break into the England squad this season.
Aug 23, 21:37
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring for Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 5, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Sergio Aguero, David Silva, Sadio Mane
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for matchday two, including three Manchester City players and two from Liverpool.
Aug 21, 16:03
Leicester City manager Claude Puel at the game against Burnley on April 14, 2018
Claude Puel congratulates Wolverhampton Wanderers for 'causing problems'
Claude Puel admits that Leicester City were "lucky" to beat Wolverhampton Wanderers in Saturday's Premier League clash.
Aug 18, 21:35
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Everton on August 11, 2018
Nuno Espirito Santo: 'Wolverhampton Wanderers need more confidence in front of goal'
Nuno Espirito Santo wants his Wolverhampton Wanderers players to be more confident in front of goal after they failed to find a way past Leicester City on Saturday.
Aug 18, 17:59
Jamie Vardy in action for Leicester City on October 16, 2017
Leicester City see off Wolverhampton Wanderers despite Jamie Vardy red card
Leicester City survive going down to 10 men to secure a 2-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers in Saturday's Premier League encounter at the King Power Stadium.
Aug 18, 16:01
Paul Pogba is mobbed by his Manchester United teammates after scoring against Leicester City on August 8, 2018
Paul Pogba, Luke Shaw give Manchester United winning start against Leicester City
Goals from Paul Pogba and Luke Shaw earn Manchester United a 2-1 win over Leicester City in their opening game of the Premier League campaign at Old Trafford.
Aug 10, 20:54
Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United during the FA Cup final on May 19, 2018
Team News: Paul Pogba skippers Manchester United on opening night
Paul Pogba starts for Manchester United and will skipper the side in this evening's Premier League opener against Leicester City.
Aug 10, 18:02
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho patrols the touchline during the 2018 FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley
Preview:Manchester United vs. Leicester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the opening game of the Premier League season as Jose Mourinho's half-strength Manchester United take on Leicester City at Old Trafford.
Aug 9, 14:01
Leicester City defender Harry Maguire in action during a Premier League match against Burnley in April 2018
How Leicester City could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole takes a look at how Claude Puel could set out his Leicester City side for Friday evening's trip to Manchester United.
Aug 8, 20:17
Leicester City manager Claude Puel at the game against Burnley on April 14, 2018
Leicester City make winger Rachid Ghezzal fifth summer signing
Rachid Ghezzal leaves Monaco for Leicester City in a reported £12.5m deal to link up with his former manager Claude Puel.
Aug 5, 18:58
Leicester City manager Claude Puel at the game against Burnley on April 14, 2018
Leicester City closing in on Monaco winger Rachid Ghezzal?
Leicester City are reportedly closing in on the signing of Monaco winger Rachid Ghezzal.
Aug 5, 15:11
Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Five Premier League summer signings which have surprised people
Four games have now been played in this season's Premier League, but which summer signings have already caused a surprise during the opening fixtures?
Aug 5, 13:05
Kelechi Iheanacho celebrates scoring during the pre-season friendly between Leicester City and Valencia on August 1, 2018
Leicester City, Valencia share the spoils
Leicester City continue their preparations for the 2018-19 campaign with a 1-1 draw against Spanish giants Valencia at the King Power Stadium.
Aug 1, 20:54
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on March 31, 2018
Jack Grealish 'ready to quit Aston Villa this summer'
Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish is reportedly ready to depart his boyhood club this summer as Tottenham Hotspur lead the chase for the 22-year-old.
Jun 28, 19:41
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Norwich City considering Jordan Rhodes swoop?
Norwich City are reportedly interested in signing Sheffield Wednesday striker Jordan Rhodes.
Jun 22, 11:38
Leicester City manager Claude Puel at the game against Burnley on April 14, 2018
Leicester City 'preparing Mohamed Elyounoussi move'
Leicester City will move for Basel attacker Mohamed Elyounoussi this summer as they look to replace Riyad Mahrez, according to a report.
Jun 21, 16:11
Leicester City manager Claude Puel at the game against Burnley on April 14, 2018
Leicester City boss Claude Puel "delighted" with James Maddison capture
Leicester City manager Claude Puel expresses his delight following the arrival of James Maddison from Norwich City.
Jun 20, 15:45
Norwich City's James Maddison celebrates after the final whistle of the game against Ipswich Town on October 22, 2017
Leicester City confirm arrival of Norwich City midfielder James Maddison
Leicester City confirm that they have agreed a deal to sign Norwich City midfielder James Maddison on a five-year contract.
Jun 20, 14:35
Riyad Mahrez in action for Leicester City on March 18, 2018
Leicester City 'outline Riyad Mahrez demands to Manchester City'
Leicester City are reportedly no longer interested in a player-plus-cash deal for Riyad Mahrez, having reached an agreement to sign James Maddison from Norwich City.
Jun 20, 08:46
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere in action during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City on April 1, 2018
Southampton ready to bid for Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere?
Southampton are reportedly ready to enter the race to sign midfielder Jack Wilshere, who appears likely to leave Arsenal on a free transfer.
Jun 19, 09:00
Norwich City's James Maddison celebrates after the final whistle of the game against Ipswich Town on October 22, 2017
Leicester City 'win £24m race for midfielder James Maddison'
A report claims that Leicester City have pipped Southampton to the signing of Norwich City's highly-rated midfielder James Maddison.
Jun 18, 08:44
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on March 31, 2018
Tottenham Hotspur preparing final Jack Grealish bid?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly preparing to table a final £15m offer for Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish.
Jun 13, 10:11
Norwich City's James Maddison celebrates after the final whistle of the game against Ipswich Town on October 22, 2017
Everton to bid for Norwich City midfielder James Maddison?
Everton are reportedly set to make an opening bid for Norwich City winger James Maddison, who is valued at £20m by the Championship side.
Jun 12, 18:46
Wayne Rooney in action for Everton on April 7, 2018
Marco Silva 'wants Wayne Rooney out at Everton'
New Everton manager Marco Silva reportedly tells Wayne Rooney that he has no future at the club, paving the way for the 32-year-old to join DC United.
Jun 12, 08:54
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on March 31, 2018
Fulham 'keeping tabs on Aston Villa's Jack Grealish'
Fulham reportedly join the race for Aston Villa star Jack Grealish.
Jun 9, 16:24
Norwich City's James Maddison celebrates after the final whistle of the game against Ipswich Town on October 22, 2017
Fulham 'join chase to sign Norwich City's James Maddison'
Fulham reportedly join the chase to sign Norwich City midfielder James Maddison.
Jun 5, 16:03
Norwich City's James Maddison celebrates after the final whistle of the game against Ipswich Town on October 22, 2017
Everton lead race to sign Norwich City midfielder James Maddison?
Everton are reportedly leading the race to sign Norwich City midfielder James Maddison during the summer transfer window.
Jun 1, 14:39
A downbeat Patrick Bamford after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Championship: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2018
Keep track of all of the confirmed transfers in the Championship this summer with Sports Mole's comprehensive guide.
May 17, 13:48
Emre Can in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Liverpool and Porto on March 6, 2018
Premier League: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2018
Keep track of all of the confirmed transfers in the Premier League this summer with Sports Mole's comprehensive guide.
May 17, 13:31
James Maddison in action for Norwich City on January 17, 2018
Liverpool, Manchester City 'want £30m James Maddison'
Norwich City are reportedly ready to cash in on £30m-rated midfielder James Maddison, alerting the likes of Liverpool and Premier League champions Manchester City.
Apr 30, 13:10
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