Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas on the touchline during the match against Southampton on May 4, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur's Andre Villas-Boas: 'I would prefer not to play'
Andre Villas-Boas voices his concerns about the Hong Kong Stadium pitch ahead of Tottenham Hotspur's third-place playoff against South China.
Jul 27, 08:35
Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Adam Johnson against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Sunderland's Paolo Di Canio wary of "killer pitch" at Hong Kong Stadium
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio describes the Hong Kong Stadium's playing surface as a "killer pitch".
Jul 27, 00:38
New Manchester United manager David Moyes poses for pictures in the home team dug out on July 5, 2013
Manchester United's David Moyes concerned by Hong Kong pitch
Manchester United boss David Moyes admits that he is concerned about the state of the pitch in Hong Kong ahead of their final pre-season tour match on Monday.
Jul 26, 14:13
Seamus Coleman and Jan Vertonghen battle for the ball on December 9, 2012
Jan Vertonghen could miss first match of the season
Tottenham Hotspur manager Andre Villas-Boas reveals that Jan Vertonghen will miss up to three weeks with an ankle injury.
Jul 26, 07:06
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Jan Vertonghen to miss start of season with ankle ligament damage?
Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen could miss the start of the season as he is reportedly ruled out for three to four weeks with an ankle injury.
Jul 25, 15:22
Jan Vertonghen celebrates his goal with team mates on December 16, 2012
Tottenham Hotspur wait on Jan Vertonghen scan
Jan Vertonghen will undergo a scan on Thursday as Tottenham Hotspur wait to find out the extent of his injury.
Jul 25, 07:34
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur's Jan Vertonghen hopeful over injury
Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen hopes that an ankle injury will not keep him out of the start of the Premier League season.
Jul 24, 15:51
Seamus Coleman and Jan Vertonghen battle for the ball on December 9, 2012
Tottenham Hotspur's Andre Villas-Boas hopeful over Jan Vertonghen injury
Tottenham Hotspur boss Andre Villas-Boas remains hopeful over the ankle injury that Jan Vertonghen sustained in Wednesday's pre-season defeat to Sunderland.
Jul 24, 14:48
Nacer Chadli
In profile: Tottenham Hotspur's new signing Nacer Chadli
Sports Mole profiles incoming Tottenham Hotspur winger Nacer Chadli.
Jul 21, 15:12
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Five players Tottenham Hotspur should sign
Sports Mole selects five players who could improve Tottenham Hotspur's chances of qualifying for the Champions League.
Jun 30, 11:41
Tottenham Hotspur's Gareth Bale celebrates his goal against Sunderland on May 19, 2013
Video: Tottenham Hotspur players pick favourite holiday destinations
Tottenham Hotspur stars reveal their favourite holiday destinations, while Gareth Bale struggles to provide an answer.
Jun 24, 12:44
Belgian international defender Toby Alderweireld has long been linked with a move to Merseyside.
Toby Alderweireld reveals Premier League ambition
Toby Alderweireld says that he would like to play in the Premier League but is happy to stay at Ajax unless the right offer comes in.
Jun 8, 01:54
Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates after he scored against Serbia during their World Cup qualifying match on June 7, 2013
Belgium earn crucial Group A win over Serbia
Belgium move three points clear of second place Croatia in Group A as they beat Serbia 2-1 thanks to goals from Kevin de Bruyne and Marouane Fellaini.
Jun 7, 21:02
Nikica Jelavic and William Gallas battle for the ball on December 9, 2012
Williams Gallas let go by Tottenham Hotspur after three years
William Gallas is shown the door by Tottenham Hotspur following three seasons at White Hart Lane.
Jun 7, 15:13
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Five replacements for David Luiz
We look at five centre-backs who could fill David Luiz's void at Chelsea, should the Brazilian defender join Barcelona.
Jun 3, 09:50
Belgium celebrate Christian Benteke's goal
Live Commentary: USA 2-4 Belgium - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute commentary of the international friendly success for Belgium against the USA in Cleveland, Ohio.
May 29, 23:30
Charlie Adam celebrates scoring for Stoke
Tony Pulis bemoans Charlie Adam's red card
Stoke City manager Tony Pulis feels that Charlie Adam was harshly sent off against Tottenham Hotspur.
May 12, 16:28
Tottenham Hotspur's Emmanuel Adebayor celebrates scoring against Stoke on May 12, 2013
Match Analysis: Stoke City 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole looks back over Tottenham Hotspur's 2-1 win away at Stoke City.
May 12, 15:08
Tottenham Hotspur's Clint Dempsey celebrates scoring against Stoke during the Premier League clash on May 12, 2013
Emmanuel Adebayor strike seals Tottenham Hotspur win
A late goal from Emmaneul Adebayor against Stoke City helps move Tottenham Hotspur up to fourth in the Premier League table.
May 12, 14:24
Spurs striker Manu Adebayor celebrates a wonder goal against Chelsea on May 8, 2013
Match Analysis: Chelsea 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at tonight's entertaining 2-2 draw between top-four chasing Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.
May 8, 21:24
Jan Vertonghen celebrates in front of Spurs fans after scoring his second goal against Liverpool on March 10, 2013
Scott Parker praises Jan Vertonghen impact
Scott Parker hails the impact of Tottenham Hotspur teammate Jan Vertonghen during his first season at the club.
May 1, 18:26
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Premier League Team of the Year announced
The Premier League Team of the Year is announced at tonight's PFA awards evening.
Apr 28, 20:16
Benoit Assou-Ekotto
Report: Andre Villas-Boas hunting for new left-back
Andre Villas-Boas is prepared to let Benoit Assou-Ekotto leave Tottenham this summer and has sent scouts out in search of a replacement, according to a report.
Apr 15, 23:48
Tottenham Hotspur's Lewis Holtby during the Europa League match against FC Basel on April 4, 2013
Lewis Holtby: 'We have to bounce back'
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lewis Holtby declares that his side deserve to play in the Champions League next season.
Apr 13, 12:40
Spurs players stand dejected after losing on penalties to Basel on April 11, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur suffer penalty heartache
Tottenham Hotspur are beaten on penalties by Basel in their Europa League quarter-final tie in Switzerland.
Apr 11, 21:49
Gylfi Sigurdsson is congratulated by team mate Tom Huddlestone after scoring a late equaliser against Everton on April 7, 2013
Gylfi Sigurdsson rescues point for Tottenham Hotspur
A late goal from Gylfi Sigurdsson secures a 2-2 draw for Tottenham Hotspur from their clash against Everton.
Apr 7, 15:01
Emmanuel Adebayor is congratulated by team mate Clint Dempsey after scoring the opening goal against Everton on April 7, 2013
Half-Time Report: Phil Jagielka brings Everton level at Tottenham Hotspur
Goals from Emmanuel Adebayor and Phil Jagielka see Tottenham Hotspur and Everton go into the break level.
Apr 7, 13:53
Everton boss David Moyes on the touchline at Carrow Road on February 23, 2013
David Moyes, Jan Vertonghen win Premier League monthly awards
Everton manager David Moyes and Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen win the Premier League manager and player of the month awards for March.
Apr 5, 13:18
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Jan Vertonghen: 'Tottenham Hotspur in a strong position'
Jan Veronghen says that Tottenham Hotspur can be pleased with their current position in the Premier League.
Apr 2, 21:11
Scott Parker trains before kick off against Swansea City on December 16, 2012
Scott Parker sees Swansea City win as crucial
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Scott Parker thinks that Saturday's win at Swansea City was vital to their hopes of finishing in the top four.
Apr 2, 03:26
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Gareth Bale: Swansea City win was "massive"
Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale says his side's win over Swansea City was a "massive" result for them.
Apr 1, 04:52
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Match Analysis: Swansea City 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole analyses Tottenham's Premier League win over Swansea City, which came courtesy of goals from Gareth Bale and Jan Vertonghen.
Mar 30, 17:53
Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas prior to kick-off against Arsenal on March 3, 2013
Andre Villas-Boas: "It was very important to bounce back"
Tottenham Hotspur manager Andre Villas-Boas believes that it was important for his side to respond following back-to-back defeats in the Premier League.
Mar 30, 17:20
Jan Vertonghen is congratulated by team mates after scoring the opening goal against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur survive late Swansea City scare
First-half goals from Jan Vertonghen and Gareth Bale prove enough for Tottenham Hotspur to win 2-1 at Swansea City.
Mar 30, 16:56
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Half-Time Report: Tottenham Hotspur dominating Swansea City
Goals from Jan Vertonghen and Gareth Bale put Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 up at the break against Swansea City.
Mar 30, 15:51
Gareth Bale is congratulated by team mate Jan Vertonghen after scoring his team's second against Swansea on March 30, 2013
Live Commentary: Swansea City 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Read how Spurs moved above Chelsea into third with a narrow victory over Swansea at the Liberty Stadium, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute live text.
Mar 30, 14:10
Belgium celebrate Christian Benteke's goal
Eden Hazard helps Belgium ease past Macedonia
Eden Hazard scores a penalty as Belgium prove too strong for Macedonia in World Cup qualifying.
Mar 22, 21:42
Jan Vertonghen strikes to score the winner against Swansea on December 16, 2012
Jan Vertonghen praises former boss Martin Jol
Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen praises former boss Martin Jol for putting his career on the right track.
Mar 17, 04:11
Spurs' Emmanuel Adebayor is bundled by his teammates after a goal against Inter on March 14, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur edge past Inter Milan
Tottenham Hotspur sneak into the quarter-finals of the Europa League, despite a 4-1 defeat against Inter Milan at the San Siro.
Mar 14, 20:38
Spurs players congratulate Gylfi Sigurdsson following his goal against Inter Milan on March 7, 2013
Live Commentary: Inter Milan (4) 4-1 (4) Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text updates from the San Siro as Inter Milan take on Tottenham Hotspur in the second leg of their Europa League last-16 tie.
Mar 14, 17:00
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