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Mark Hughes: 'We need points'
Mark Hughes admits that his side must start winning more games sooner rather than later.Nov 8, 14:57
Stephen Ireland grateful for Stoke City loan
Stephen Ireland says that he feels revitalised at Stoke City following his loan move from Aston Villa.Nov 7, 05:10
Fantasy football advice: Week 11
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Premier League weekend from a fantasy football point of view.Nov 6, 17:56
Mark Hughes praises Peter Crouch improvement
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes hails the hard work that Peter Crouch has put in to improve his form this season.Nov 5, 16:16
Match Analysis: Stoke City 1-1 Southampton
Sports Mole analyses the clash between Stoke City and Southampton at the Britannia Stadium.Nov 2, 17:50
Live Commentary: Stoke City 1-1 Southampton - as it happened
Read how goalkeeper Asmir Begovic scored with just 14 seconds played in the 1-1 Premier League draw between Stoke and Southampton, courtesy of Sports Mole's live text coverage.Nov 2, 14:05
Mark Hughes praises Southampton
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes praises Southampton ahead of today's match at the Britannia Stadium.Nov 2, 05:26
Mark Hughes: 'Stoke City have had a hard period'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes believes that the team has had a tough run of fixtures so far this season.Nov 1, 21:09
Mark Hughes backs Ryan Shawcross following Stoke City blast
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says that Ryan Shawcross was right to criticise the team following their Capital One Cup performance against Birmingham City.Nov 1, 18:58
Preview:Stoke City vs. Southampton
Sports Molepreviews Southampton's trip to Stoke City on Saturday.Oct 31, 16:24
Mark Hughes frustrated by Stoke City naivety
Mark Hughes describes his Stoke side as being 'unbelievably naive' after they twice surrendered the lead in their penalty-shootout win over Birmingham in the League Cup.Oct 30, 01:16
Stoke City edge out Birmingham City on penalties after 4-4 thriller
Stoke City edge out Birmingham City on penalties in the League Cup, following a 4-4 draw after extra time.Oct 29, 22:33
Team News: Five changes for Stoke City against Birmingham City
Peter Crouch retains his place in Stoke City's lineup, but manager Mark Hughes makes five changes for the League Cup clash against Birmingham City.Oct 29, 19:29
Mark Hughes eyes Wembley final with Stoke City
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes outlines his desire to take the club to a Wembley final ahead of their League Cup fourth-round clash with Birmingham City tomorrow.Oct 28, 21:23
Mark Hughes plays down Ryan Shawcross, Robin van Persie spat
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes plays down reports of a half-time altercation between Ryan Shawcross and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie on Saturday.Oct 28, 20:33
Mark Hughes aiming for League Cup boost
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes believes that a run in the League Cup can boost his side's fortunes in the Premier League.Oct 28, 18:37
Mark Hughes: 'David Moyes will be fine at Manchester United'
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes believes that David Moyes will be given the time to make a success of his tenure at Manchester United.Oct 28, 00:40
Match Analysis: Manchester United 3-2 Stoke City
Sports Mole looks back over Manchester United's 3-2 victory over Stoke City at Old Trafford.Oct 26, 16:23
Manchester United secure nervy win
Two late goals help Manchester United come from behind to beat Stoke City at Old Trafford.Oct 26, 16:02
Half-Time Report: Stoke City lead Manchester United
Stoke City are beating Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford. Oct 26, 14:48
Mark Hughes: 'Manchester United can be beaten at Old Trafford'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says that his side can get a positive result against Manchester United at Old Trafford.Oct 25, 21:17
Stoke City's Mark Hughes: 'No reason for Peter Crouch not starting'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes insists that he has not fallen out with striker Peter Crouch, despite dropping him out of the first team.Oct 25, 17:43
David Moyes hits back at Mark Hughes's vulnerability comments
David Moyes disagrees with Mark Hughes's comments that Manchester United are more vulnerable following the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson.Oct 25, 14:25
Mark Hughes: 'Manchester United have lost their aura'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes warns Manchester United that they cannot afford to lose any more games if they hope to win the title.Oct 24, 23:20
Preview:Manchester United vs. Stoke City
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League meeting between Manchester United and Stoke City.Oct 24, 14:30
Mark Hughes: 'We must start taking chances'
Mark Hughes believes that Stoke City will soon start to improve.Oct 24, 13:18
Brek Shea happy to be loaned
Stoke City's American midfielder Brek Shea expresses his desire to leave the club on loan.Oct 23, 13:42
Asmir Begovic: 'Opportunity for Manchester United result'
Stoke's Asmir Begovic feels that going to Old Trafford under no pressure could give his side the chance of a surprise result against Manchester United.Oct 22, 20:34
Mark Hughes: 'Asmir Begovic is one of the top goalkeepers in Europe'
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes hails Asmir Begovic as one of the best goalkeepers in Europe and says that he hopes to continue working with the Bosnian for "many, many seasons".Oct 21, 07:53
Match Analysis: Stoke City 0-0 West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole takes a closer look at the action from Stoke City's 0-0 draw with West Bromwich Albion.Oct 19, 16:22
Team News: Victor Anichebe replaces Nicolas Anelka for West Bromwich Albion
Victor Anichebe replaces Nicolas Anelka for West Bromwich Albion's trip to Stoke City this afternoon.Oct 19, 13:53
On this day: Manchester United, Barcelona play out 2-2 draw
Nineteen years ago today, Manchester United and Barcelona played out a 2-2 draw in a Champions League group match at Old Trafford.Oct 19, 08:53
Mark Hughes unconcerned by Stoke City form
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes says that he is not worried by the club's recent run of three consecutive defeats.Oct 18, 16:02
Preview:Stoke City vs. West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion at the Britannia Stadium.Oct 17, 12:18
Report: Stoke City land Belgian starlet
Stoke City reportedly land 15-year-old Belgian starlet Julien Ngoy.Oct 13, 01:11
On this day: England see off Wales in World Cup qualifier
Nine years ago today, England and Wales met for the first time since 1984, with the Three Lions running out 2-0 winners.Oct 9, 08:56
Harry Redknapp reveals health problems
Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp reveals that he suffered with health problems during last season's failed attempt to stay in the Premier League.Oct 9, 03:45
Gareth Bale named Welsh Player of the Year
Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale is named as the Welsh Player of the Year for a third time.Oct 7, 20:39
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes tried to sign Darren Bent
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says that he tried to sign Darren Bent from Aston Villa before the striker opted for a loan switch to Fulham.Oct 7, 09:39
Match Analysis: Fulham 1-0 Stoke City
Sports Mole analyses the Premier League clash between Fulham and Stoke City at Craven Cottage.Oct 5, 16:50
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