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Nicolas Anelka urges Liverpool's Sadio Mane, Mohamed Salah to resist Real Madrid
Former forward Nicolas Anelka says that Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah should be looking to remain at Liverpool rather than craving a move to Real Madrid.Jul 20, 12:36
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Liverpool vs. Manchester City: What the stats say
Liverpool have not lost at home to City since May 2003, when Nicolas Anelka scored twice and Peter Schmeichel was in goal.Nov 6, 11:22
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Daniel Sturridge happy to compete for Liverpool game time
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge insists that he is happy to fight for game time next season, despite being pushed out of the team by the club's front three.Jul 28, 12:17
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Arsene Wenger reveals players he was most proud of signing
Arsene Wenger jokes that he made plenty of bad signings while in charge of Arsenal, while also opening up on the players he was "most proud of" recruiting.Jul 17, 11:29
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Arsene Wenger's top 10 Arsenal signings - #7
Sports Mole's countdown of Arsene Wenger's top 10 signings from his Arsenal career continues with number seven - Nicolas Anelka.May 15, 07:00
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Pep Guardiola backs Sergio Aguero to end Anfield hoodoo
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes that his side have shown that they have what it takes to go to Anfield and end their poor record there.Jan 12, 16:47
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Nicolas Anelka joins Roda JC as consultant
Former Real Madrid, Arsenal and Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka joins Dutch outfit Roda JC as a consultant.Feb 1, 20:20
Birmingham City confirm signing of Virtus Entella left-back Cheick Keita
Birmingham City complete the signing of Virtus Entella left-back Cheick Keita for an undisclosed fee said to be in the region of £1m.Jan 19, 19:11
Preview:Liverpool vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash as Liverpool host Manchester City at Anfield just three days after the two sides contested the League Cup final.Mar 1, 14:11
On this day: Arsenal spurn two-goal lead at Aston Villa
Seventeen years ago today, a brace from Dion Dublin helped Aston Villa to recover from two goals down to beat Arsenal.Dec 13, 06:00
OTD: Ton up for Cristiano Ronaldo as Manchester United score five
On this day in 2008, Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice against Stoke City to break the 100-goal barrier at Manchester United in his final season at the club.Nov 15, 10:00
On This Day: Fernando Torres back on scoring trail with brace against Chelsea
On this day in 2010, Fernando Torres scored twice against Chelsea to continue Liverpool's Premier League resurgence and temporarily end questions over his lack of form.Nov 7, 06:00
Nicolas Anelka pays tribute to Anthony Martial
Former France international Nicolas Anelka backs 19-year-old forward Anthony Martial to enjoy a successful career with Manchester United.Sep 29, 10:39
Preview:Porto vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the Champions League match between Portuguese side Porto and Premier League champions Chelsea.Sep 28, 16:01
Nicolas Anelka urges fans to "trust" Arsene Wenger
Former Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka calls for fans to "trust" Arsene Wenger despite criticism over his lack of transfer activity this summer.Sep 9, 19:58
Nicolas Anelka: 'Olivier Giroud is good enough for Arsenal'
Former Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka believes that Olivier Giroud is good enough to lead the line in a title-challenging team.Sep 9, 19:46
On this day: Liverpool's El-Hadji Diouf marks Anfield debut with a brace
Thirteen years ago today, El-Hadji Diouf scored twice on his home debut as Liverpool recorded a 3-0 win over Southampton at Anfield.Aug 24, 07:00
On this day: Arsenal sell Nicolas Anelka, sign Davor Suker
Sixteen years ago today, Arsenal sold Nicolas Anelka to Real Madrid for £23m and received Croatian striker Davor Suker in return.Aug 2, 09:50
Republic of Ireland international Darren O'Dea joins Mumbai City
Republic of Ireland international Darren O'Dea, a free agent after being released by Blackpool at the end of last season, joins Indian Super League outfit Mumbai City.Jul 13, 21:27
On this day: Arsenal's Ian Wright completes West Ham United move
Seventeen years ago today, Arsenal legend Ian Wright sealed a move to fellow Londoners West Ham United.Jul 13, 07:00
Nicolas Anelka returns to Mumbai City FC as player-manager
Former Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool striker Nicolas Anelka returns to Mumbai City FC as the Indian outfit's marquee signing.Jul 3, 08:59
Arsenal, Chelsea: Five that played for both
Following Petr Cech's switch between the two clubs, Sports Mole looks at five other players that have turned out for both Arsenal and Chelsea.Jul 1, 11:19
Report: Second spell for Nicolas Anelka in India
Former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka will reportedly join Mumbai City for a second spell later this year.May 23, 11:15
Arsene Wenger: 'Thierry Henry wrong about Olivier Giroud'
Arsene Wenger says that Arsenal legend Thierry Henry was wrong to criticise the current crop of Gunners, especially Olivier Giroud.May 3, 22:18
On this day: Arsenal's Marc Overmars scores Old Trafford winner
Seventeen years ago today, a winning goal from Arsenal winger Marc Overmars away at Manchester United blew open the Premier League title race.Mar 14, 12:03
Nicolas Anelka advises Paul Pogba to join Real Madrid or Chelsea
Paul Pogba should leave Juventus and join either Real Madrid or Chelsea, says Nicolas Anelka.Feb 17, 19:52
On this day: Chelsea put seven past sorry Sunderland at Stamford Bridge
On this day in 2010, Chelsea continue their charge to the Premier League title by thrashing Sunderland 7-2 at Stamford Bridge.Jan 16, 08:10
Nicolas Anelka's move to Algeria blocked because he is 'too old'
Nicolas Anelka's move to Algeria is blocked because he is 'too old', according to league rules.Jan 13, 05:35
Nicolas Anelka in talks with Algerian side NA Hussein Dey
Nicolas Anelka could be set for a move to Algeria after holding talks with NA Hussein Dey.Jan 12, 05:38
On This Day: Late David Platt header sinks Manchester United
Seventeen years ago today, David Platt scored late on to secure a 3-2 win for Arsenal over Manchester United at Highbury.Nov 9, 10:00
Jermaine Pennant 'moves to Indian Super League to play for FC Pune City'
Jermaine Pennant reportedly joins Indian Super League side FC Pune City after being released by Stoke City in the summer.Nov 6, 11:57
On this day: Frank Lampard nets 100th Premier League goal
Back on this day in 2008, Frank Lampard scored the 100th Premier League goal of his career as Chelsea thrashed Sunderland at Stamford Bridge.Nov 1, 09:52
Andre Moritz moves to Indian Super League
Former Crystal Palace and Bolton midfielder Andre Moritz joins Freddie Ljungberg and Nicolas Anelka in signing for Indian Super League side Mumbai City.Oct 12, 10:54
Former Chelsea striker Adrian Mutu bound for India?
Former Chelsea striker Adrian Mutu reportedly agrees a switch to Indian Super League side FC Pune City.Sep 21, 08:35
Benoit Assou-Ekotto banned for three games after 'quenelle' tweet
Tottenham Hotspur defender Benoit Assou-Ekotto is banned for three games and fined £50,000 for making a comment on social media regarding Nicolas Anelka's 'quenelle' gesture in December.Sep 19, 12:16
Nicolas Anelka joins Indian club Mumbai FC
Nicolas Anelka signs a contract with Indian side Mumbai FC until Christmas.Sep 10, 22:42
Martin Keown: 'Arsenal need experience up front'
Arsenal legend Martin Keown believes that Arsene Wenger should sign an experienced striker following the long-term injury to Olivier Giroud.Aug 31, 12:36
Standard Liege to offer Nicolas Anelka football return?
Belgian club Standard Liege are reportedly hoping to sign former Arsenal, Chelsea and West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka.Jul 20, 13:50
Yannick Sagbo hit with two-game ban
Hull City striker Yannick Sagbo is hit with a two-game ban for his comments on Nicolas Anelka's 'quenelle' celebration.Jun 12, 19:15
Olivier Giroud: 'France have a good chance at World Cup'
Olivier Giroud believes that France have a "good chance" of World Cup glory in Brazil.Jun 6, 15:08
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