Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Preview:Burton Albion vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Cup second-round tie between Burton Albion and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 13, 19:27
 Watford's Troy Deeney applauds fans as he celebrates at the end of the match on February 29, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 18
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 18, 22:39
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Nigel Clough becomes latest manager to lose job during the coronavirus lockdown
Several mangers have seen their contracts ended during the coronavirus pandemic.
May 18, 15:16
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Nigel Clough parts company with Burton Albion
Jake Buxton will take over at the Pirelli Stadium.
May 18, 15:15
 Oxford United manager Karl Robinson pictured in October 2019
Team News: Oliver Sarkic suspended for Burton
Oliver Sarkic was sent off for two bookable offences in Saturday's goalless home draw with Gillingham.
Feb 10, 12:23
 Tottenham Hotspur's Christian Eriksen reacts on December 4, 2019
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Kyle Walker, Alex Telles, Christian Eriksen
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Jan 21, 06:57
 Jamie Murphy in action for Rangers on April 29, 2018
Rangers send Jamie Murphy on loan to Burton
The 30-year-old winger played under Brewers boss Nigel Clough at Sheffield United.
Jan 20, 17:31
 Northampton's Sam Hoskins pictured on January 5, 2020
League Two Northampton through to FA Cup fourth round
Cobblers impress on the road.
Jan 5, 17:27
 Leicester City's James Maddison celebrates scoring their third goal with team mates on October 29, 2019
Assistant Chris Davies talks up Leicester strength in depth
The Foxes made nine changes for the fourth round tie at the Pirelli Stadium.
Oct 30, 07:24
 Jamie Vardy celebrates with Ayoze Perez after scoring for Leicester City on October 25, 2019
Preview:Burton Albion vs. Leicester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday night's EFL Cup last-16 clash between Burton Albion and near neighbours Leicester City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 27, 23:41
 Boournemouth manager Eddie Howe pictured on September 20, 2019
Eddie Howe: 'No excuses for disappointing EFL Cup defeat'
The match at the Pirelli Stadium was marred by three floodlight failures.
Sep 26, 06:02
 Burton Albion's Nathan Broadhead celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on September 25, 2019
Burton Albion dump Bournemouth out of EFL Cup despite floodlight failures
The Brewers are into the last 16.
Sep 26, 05:28
 Boournemouth manager Eddie Howe pictured on September 20, 2019
Eddie Howe warns Bournemouth to be wary of Burton threat
Bournemouth last visited the Pirelli Stadium in a League Two clash in 2010.
Sep 24, 16:57
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Nigel Clough urges Premier League to give more financial help to EFL clubs
Bury and Bolton have been struggling financially ahead of the start of the season.
Jul 30, 22:19
 Benjamin Mendy in action for Manchester City on September 1, 2018
Guardiola backs Mendy for key role at Manchester City for rest of season
The French left-back made his latest comeback from injury as a second-half substitute against Burton.
Jan 24, 10:51
 Pep Guardiola wraps up warm on January 23, 2019
Pep Guardiola: "The pitch was dangerous"
City advanced to the EFL Cup final with a 10-0 aggregate win over Burton Albion.
Jan 24, 04:30
 Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola watches the action on January 20, 2019
Pep Guardiola relieved over no injuries on 'dangerous' pitch
Sergio Aguero scored the only goal of the evening to give City a 1-0 win on the night and 10-0 aggregate victory.
Jan 23, 23:07
 Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates with Riyad Mahrez after scoring against Burton Albion in their EFL Cup semi-final second leg on January 23, 2019
Manchester City edge past Burton Albion to confirm place in EFL Cup final
Manchester City complete a 10-0 aggregate victory over Burton Albion with a 1-0 triumph at the Pirelli Stadium, confirming their place in the final of the EFL Cup.
Jan 23, 21:39
 Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero celebrates with Riyad Mahrez after scoring against Burton Albion in their EFL Cup semi-final second leg on January 23, 2019
Live Commentary: Burton Albion 0-1 Manchester City (Man City win 10-0 on aggregate) - as it happened
Relive Manchester City's 1-0 win over Burton Albion as the holders progress through to the final of the EFL Cup once again courtesy of a 10-0 aggregate success.
Jan 23, 18:45
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Brown backs Burton to bounce back from big City beating
Malcolm says League One side have plenty to play for.
Jan 22, 22:54
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Clough: People don't comprehend scale of Burton achievement
The Brewers have only been a Football League club since 2009.
Jan 22, 13:44
 Manchester City defender Kyle Walker celebrates with teammates after scoring in the EFL Cup semi-final against Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Preview:Burton Albion vs. Manchester City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of the EFL Cup semi-final second leg between Burton Albion and Manchester City.
Jan 21, 10:47
 Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus celebrates completing his hat-trick in the EFL Cup semi-final with Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Easing off the throttle not in Manchester City's nature – Gabriel Jesus
City ran riot on Wednesday as they thrashed League One Burton 9-0 in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final.
Jan 10, 13:00
 Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Pep Guardiola praises Manchester City's determination in 9-0 thrashing of Burton
It was a record victory in an English domestic cup semi-final.
Jan 10, 04:30
 Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Pep Guardiola taken aback by Manchester City annihilation of Burton
Brewers boss Nigel Clough suspected his League One side had "no chance" against the English champions.
Jan 9, 23:09
 Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring the second during the EFL Cup semi-final game between Manchester City and Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Ruthless Manchester City hit nine in EFL Cup semi-final demolition
Manchester City show no mercy as they hammer Burton Albion 9-0 in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final at the Etihad Stadium.
Jan 9, 21:44
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the opener during the EFL Cup semi-final game between Manchester City and Burton Albion on January 9, 2019
Live Commentary: Manchester City 9-0 Burton Albion - as it happened
Relive Manchester City's 9-0 demolition of Burton Albion as Gabriel Jesus scores four in the first leg of their EFL Cup semi-final.
Jan 9, 18:45
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Burton's fighting spirit can count for a lot against Man City – Nigel Clough
Clough will take his League One side north to the Etihad Stadium to face Pep Guardiola's Premier League champions on Wednesday night.
Jan 8, 22:30
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Clough urges Burton to savour experience as they chase Man City upset
The League One Brewers take on the Premier League champions in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.
Jan 8, 11:29
 Phil Foden in action for Manchester City on September 29, 2018
5 talking points ahead of the Carabao Cup semi-finals
Tottenham face a London derby with Chelsea while Burton are hoping for an upset against Manchester City.
Jan 7, 16:38
 Pep Guardiola gives orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on January 3, 2019
Preview:Manchester City vs. Burton Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Wednesday's EFL Cup semi-final between Manchester City and Burton Albion.
Jan 7, 14:50
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Burton boss Clough: I don't want to frighten my players before City clash
The League One club meet the English champions in the Carabao Cup semi-finals next week.
Jan 4, 12:04
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Nigel Clough ready for 'daunting' clashes with Manchester City
Tottenham tackle Chelsea in the other semi-final.
Dec 19, 23:43
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Burton: A look at the League Cup's unlikeliest semi-finalists
The League One side have Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest, Burnley and now Middlesbrough to reach the last four of the Carabao Cup.
Dec 19, 15:48
 Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough pictured on December 18, 2018
Nigel Clough reminded of dad's great Forest team as Burton reach semi-finals
Midfielder Jake Hesketh fired the Brewers into the last four at Middlesbrough.
Dec 19, 09:16
 Burton Albion's Jake Hesketh celebrates on December 18, 2018
Clough stays 'realistic' after steering Burton into Carabao Cup semi-finals
The Brewers booked themselves a place in the last four with victory on Teesside.
Dec 18, 22:58
 Burton Albion's Jake Hesketh celebrates on December 18, 2018
Hesketh fires Burton to Carabao Cup semi-finals
The 22-year-old midfielder scored the only goal three minutes after the break.
Dec 18, 21:46
 Muhamed Besic in action for Middlesbrough on October 2, 2018
Muhamed Besic aiming to emulate Middlesbrough heroes in Carabao Cup
Boro lifted the trophy at the Millennium Stadium in 2004.
Dec 17, 15:44
 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
Burton Albion loan young Chelsea goalkeeper Brad Collins
Burton Albion announce that they have completed the loan signing of Chelsea goalkeeper Brad Collins.
Aug 31, 10:53
 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
Burton Albion loan Southampton duo Jake Hesketh, Jake Flannigan
Burton Albion announce that they have completed the loan signings of Southampton duo Jake Hesketh and Jake Flannigan.
Aug 30, 16:10
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