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Norwich City's Teemu Pukki celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on February 13, 2021
Norwich rise to the summit after sweeping aside Stoke
Top scorer Teemu Pukki scored twice in what was the Canaries' biggest win of the season so far.
Feb 13, 17:28
Stoke City's James Chester in action with Bournemouth's Sam Surridge in the Championship on January 2, 2021
Jason Tindall "delighted" as Bournemouth edge past Stoke
The win lift the Cherries just six points off top spot in the Championship.
Jan 2, 23:01
Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr before the match against Argentina on June 26, 2018
Preview: Nigeria vs. Burundi - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Africa Cup of Nations group-stage clash between Nigeria and Burundi in Alexandria, including team news and predicted lineups.
Jun 20, 16:00
John Stones in action with Odion Ighalo during the international friendly between England and Nigeria at Wembley on June 2, 2018
Team News: Odion Ighalo leads line for Nigeria against Croatia
Former Watford striker Odion Ighalo leads the line for Nigeria's 2018 World Cup opener against Croatia in Kaliningrad.
Jun 16, 19:03
A general shot of Goodison Park before Everton's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol on September 28, 2017
Everton-linked midfielder Jon Obi Mikel happy in China
Ex-Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel insists that he is happy to continue playing for Tianjin Teda in the Chinese Super League, amid rumours of Everton being interested.
Dec 18, 15:25
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli in action during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Chinese Super League 'to offer £800k a week'
The Chinese Super League are reportedly prepared to offer record wages of £800,000 a week in order to land "an England player in his prime".
Jan 7, 13:52
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
Branislav Ivanovic leads Chelsea to late comeback win over Southampton
Chelsea beat Southampton 2-1 at St Mary's to move up to 11th place in the Premier League table.
Feb 27, 16:52
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
Team News: Chelsea make three changes for Dynamo Kiev, Cesc Fabregas returns to starting XI
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes three changes for his side's Champions League clash with Dynamo Kiev, as Baba Rahman, Nemanja Matic and Cesc Fabregas return.
Nov 4, 18:52
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
Team News: Chelsea make three changes for Stoke City, Ryan Shawcross returns from injury
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes three changes for his side's League Cup tie with Stoke City, as Oscar, Jon Obi Mikel and Baba Rahman return to the starting XI.
Oct 27, 19:00
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
Team News: Chelsea make eight changes for Walsall, Milan Lalkovic starts against old club
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes eight changes for his side's League Cup clash with Walsall, as Radamel Falcao and Loic Remy start up front and John Terry returns.
Sep 23, 19:06
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: West Bromwich Albion, Chelsea make three changes apiece
West Bromwich Albion and Chelsea make three changes apiece ahead of their Premier League clash at the Hawthorns.
May 18, 19:19
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
Five of the best: Jose Mourinho vs. Arsene Wenger
Sports Mole takes a look through the archives to pick out five fixtures which have helped shape the rivalry between Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger.
Apr 26, 10:04
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
Jose Mourinho praises influence of Chelsea quartet
Jose Mourinho believes that resisting the urge to take four players out of the team was crucial in Chelsea's League Cup win over Shrewsbury Town.
Oct 28, 22:15
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
Walter Mazzarri coy on Jon Obi Mikel reports
Inter Milan coach Walter Mazzarri remains coy on reports that Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel could be heading to the San Siro this summer.
May 21, 21:09
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
Eden Hazard strike sinks Swansea City
A first-half Eden Hazard goal gives Chelsea a 1-0 win over Swansea City at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 26, 16:52
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
Half-Time Report: Chelsea leading Swansea City
Chelsea take a 1-0 lead into the half-time break against Swansea City.
Dec 26, 15:47
Generic image of a locker room
Chelsea stars help promote festive NBA schedule
Several members of Chelsea's squad pose in NBA jerseys to promote the league's festive schedule.
Dec 24, 14:44
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
Jose Mourinho given funds for midfielder?
Jose Mourinho is given the go-ahead to sign a defensive midfielder in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Dec 22, 13:58
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
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-1 Crystal Palace - as it happened
Sports Mole's text coverage of Chelsea's 2-1 win over a resurgent Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 14, 14:00
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
Mohamed Salah earns Basel win against Chelsea
Basel beat a disappointing Chelsea side 1-0 with a late goal from Mohamed Salah.
Nov 26, 21:39
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
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Basel and Chelsea at St Jakob-Park
It is goalless between Basel and Chelsea in tonight's Champions League match.
Nov 26, 20:35
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
Live Commentary: Italy 2-2 Nigeria - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's text coverage of Italy and Nigeria's entertaining share of the spoils at Craven Cottage.
Nov 18, 19:20
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
Match Analysis: Chelsea 2-0 Fulham
Sports Mole looks over Chelsea's 2-0 win against Fulham in the Premier League.
Sep 21, 19:56
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
Chelsea's Jon Obi Mikel "happy" with goal against Fulham
Jon Obi Mikel is delighted to have scored against Fulham to help Chelsea to a 2-0 home win in the Premier League.
Sep 21, 19:46
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
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-0 Fulham - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's minute-by-minute report of Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Fulham in the Premier League.
Sep 21, 16:30
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
Jose Mourinho: 'Juan Mata must adapt to wide role'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho declares that Oscar is his preferred starter behind the striker, challenging Juan Mata to prove his worth out wide.
Sep 21, 00:16
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
John Obi Mikel threatened to 'break Mark Clattenburg's legs'
Mark Halsey reveals in his autobiography that Jon Obi Mikel threatened to 'break Mark Clattenburg's legs' after wrongly accusing the referee of racial abuse.
Sep 15, 18:59
New Chelsea striker Demba Ba celebrates his second debut goal at Southampton on January 5, 2013
Anzhi Makhachkala 'pondering Demba Ba bid'
Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala allegedly line up a bid for Chelsea forward Demba Ba.
Jul 5, 01:44
Fabio Quagliarella and John-Obi Mikel
Jon Obi Mikel hints at Chelsea exit
Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel claims that he could leave the club this summer amid reported interest from Galatasaray.
Jul 2, 12:24
Spain's Cesc Fabregas celebrates scoring against Uruguay on February 6, 2013
Live Commentary: Nigeria 0-3 Spain - as it happened
Sports Mole's live coverage of the Confederations Cup clash between Spain and Nigeria that ends in a win for the European giants.
Jun 23, 19:30
Diego Lugano
Live Commentary: Nigeria 1-2 Uruguay - as it happened
Follow Sports Mole's commentary of the Confederations Cup clash between Nigeria and Uruguay from Salvador.
Jun 20, 22:35
Fabio Quagliarella and John-Obi Mikel
Galatasaray step up Jon Obi Mikel chase?
Galatasaray are expected to lodge a £13m bid for Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel.
Jun 18, 12:46
Manchester City's Carlos Tevez shows his frustration during the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Match Analysis: Chelsea 3-4 Manchester City
Sports Mole dissects the post-season clash between Chelsea and Manchester City in St Louis, which featured seven goals and a stoppage-time winner.
May 24, 04:16
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Team News: Four changes for Chelsea
Chelsea make four changes for tonight's Europa League semi-final first leg against Basel in Switzerland.
Apr 25, 19:03
Fabio Quagliarella and John-Obi Mikel
Jon Obi Mikel admits to hardest season
Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel believes the Europa League workload has made this campaign his most difficult to date at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 9, 02:08
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez on the touchline against Southampton on January 16, 2013
Half-Time Report: Steaua Bucuresti grab away goal at Chelsea
Chelsea draw the first half 1-1 against Steaua Bucuresti in the second leg of their last-16 clash in the Europa League.
Mar 14, 20:56
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Team News: Four changes for Chelsea
Chelsea make four changes for the second leg of their Europa League last-16 clash with Steaua Bucuresti at Stamford Bridge.
Mar 14, 18:47
John Terry returns to action as a substitute for Juan Mata against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Team News: John Terry starts for Chelsea
John Terry is named in Chelsea's starting lineup for tonight's Europa League last-32 encounter with Sparta Prague at Stamford Bridge.
Feb 21, 19:15
Chelsea's Oscar and Brentford's Jonathan Douglas battle for the ball in their FA Cup 4th round replay on February 17, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 4-0 Brentford - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage of Chelsea's FA Cup victory over Brentford at Stamford Bridge this afternoon.
Feb 17, 11:00
Fabio Quagliarella and John-Obi Mikel
Jon Obi Mikel: 'Nigeria are underdogs'
Jon Obi Mikel claims that Nigeria will start Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations final against Burkina Faso as underdogs.
Feb 7, 21:29
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool14112129111835
2Chelsea1594235181731
3Arsenal1585229151429
4Manchester CityMan City158342721627
5Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest157441918125
6Aston Villa157442323025
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton156632522324
8Bournemouth157352320324
9Brentford157263128323
10Fulham156542220223
11Tottenham HotspurSpurs1562731191220
12Newcastle UnitedNewcastle155551921-220
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd155461918119
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham155372028-818
15Everton143561421-714
16Leicester CityLeicester153572130-914
17Crystal Palace152761420-613
18Ipswich TownIpswich151681427-139
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1523102338-159
20Southampton1512121131-205


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