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Paul McGrath pictured in 1992-93
PFA Players' Player of the Year 1993: Paul McGrath
The Irishman joined Aston Villa from Manchester United.
Jun 10, 14:34
Grant Holt pictured for Norwich in 2013
Football's five greatest cult heroes as Grant Holt turns 39
Grant Holt scored 78 goals in 168 games after joining the Canaries in 2009.
Apr 12, 09:08
Dani Ceballos celebrates scoring for Arsenal on October 3, 2019
Friday's papers: Dani Ceballos, Raul Jimenez, Jack Grealish
Dani Ceballos is not wanted at Real Madrid, which could be a boost for Arsenal.
Apr 3, 09:12
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce gives instructions on November 30, 2019
All write now: Bruce hopes to create a new chapter at Newcastle
The former defender returns to Old Trafford on Boxing Day as Magpies boss.
Dec 25, 22:30
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
Paul McGrath: Joleon Lescott is a "slime bag"
Ex-Aston Villa defender Paul McGrath calls Joleon Lescott a "slime bag" following the club's relegation to the Championship.
Apr 17, 15:37
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
Paul McGrath: 'Aston Villa heading for League One'
Aston Villa legend Paul McGrath warns that the club is heading for the third tier under the ownership of Randy Lerner.
Dec 15, 23:12
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
Interview: Former Manchester United defender Mick Duxbury
Following the release of his autobiography, Sports Mole speaks to former Manchester United defender Mick Duxbury, who made almost 400 appearances for the club.
Oct 13, 10:00
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
Paul McGrath: 'Jack Grealish could have played more for Republic of Ireland'
Ex-Aston Villa and Republic of Ireland defender Paul McGrath claims that Jack Grealish will find it hard to establish himself in the England side.
Sep 29, 15:58
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
On this day: Manchester United hammer Hull City in League Cup
Twenty-eight years ago today, Manchester United scored five unanswered goals during their home League Cup tie against Hull City.
Sep 23, 08:00
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
John Barnes, Gary Neville to be inducted into English Hall of Fame
John Barnes and Gary Neville are among 10 players to be inducted into the National Football Museum's Hall of Fame.
Apr 3, 17:55
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
Paul McGrath: 'Manchester United will beat Liverpool to fourth spot'
Paul McGrath believes that Manchester United will beat Liverpool to a place in the top four as they are beginning to 'click into gear'.
Mar 16, 08:59
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
Paul McGrath praises Roy Keane over Aston Villa departure
Ex-Aston Villa defender Paul McGrath says that Roy Keane was right to walk away from his role at Villa Park to focus on his Republic of Ireland commitments.
Nov 29, 00:17
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
Paul McGrath: 'Manchester United need a quality centre-back'
Former Manchester United defender Paul McGrath says that the club must sign an experienced centre-back when the January transfer window opens.
Nov 24, 10:22
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
Paul McGrath unsure over Marouane Fellaini future at Manchester United
Former Manchester United defender Paul McGrath believes that Marouane Fellaini will struggle to have a future at the club.
Oct 21, 09:55
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
Paul McGrath: 'Ashley Cole would be good for Manchester United'
Former Manchester United defender Paul McGrath claims that the club should try to sign Ashley Cole this summer.
May 20, 13:21
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
On this day: Norman Whiteside scores FA Cup hat-trick
Twenty-nine years ago today, a hat-trick from Norman Whiteside helped Manchester United advance through to the semi-finals of the FA Cup.
Mar 9, 10:02
Generic image of a locker room
Eusebio passes away: Twitter reacts
Former and present footballers take to Twitter to pay their respects to Eusebio, who died during the early hours this morning.
Jan 5, 10:32
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
Wes Brown key to Sunderland survival
Sports Mole assesses how important Wes Brown could be to Sunderland's chances of retaining their Premier League status.
Nov 11, 12:42
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
Ex-Manchester United defender Paul McGrath "disappointed" in Ashley Young's dive
Paul McGrath slams Ashley Young for appearing to dive for a penalty in Manchester United's goalless draw with Real Sociedad in the Champions League last night.
Nov 6, 09:26
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
Manchester United vs. Liverpool: Top five Cup matches
Ahead of tomorrow's League Cup meeting, Sports Mole looks at five of the best Cup matches between rivals Manchester United and Liverpool.
Sep 24, 11:37
England coach Gary Neville before a training session on October 11, 2012
Gary Neville wants British quota in Premier League
Gary Neville wants a return to a minimum quota of players from home nations in each Premier League side.
Aug 13, 02:29
Generic image of a locker room
Former Aston Villa defender Paul McGrath arrested for 'being loud'
Former Aston Villa defender Paul McGrath is reportedly arrested for allegedly being loud and annoying others while near a hotel in Ireland.
Jul 2, 12:30
Ron Vlaar
Ron Vlaar wants to emulate Paul McGrath
New Aston Villa signing Ron Vlaar says that he is "looking forward to following in the footsteps of players such as Paul McGrath".
Aug 2, 04:41
Glen Johnson
Paul McGrath "saddened" by Glen Johnson's comments
Former Man United defender Paul McGrath responds to Glen Johnson's comments that McGrath singled him out in the Luis Suarez and Patrice Evra race row.
Mar 8, 10:58
Luis Suarez
Paul McGrath criticises Liverpool players
Ex-Manchester United man Paul McGrath feels the show of solidarity from Liverpool's players towards Luis Suarez gives off the wrong impression.
Dec 22, 12:15
Phil Jones
McCarthy: Jones is the new McGrath
Ahead of Wolves' trip to Old Trafford, Mick McCarthy likens new Manchester United star Phil Jones to Irish great Paul McGrath.
Dec 10, 10:25
Rio Ferdinand
McGrath urges "change" in Man Utd defence
Paul McGrath thinks that Manchester United's defence has been "unsettled".
Dec 1, 15:24
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Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool15113131131836
2Chelsea1594235181731
3Arsenal1686229151430
4Manchester CityMan City158342721627
5Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest157441918125
6Aston Villa157442323025
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton156632522324
8Bournemouth157352320324
9Fulham166642422224
10Brentford157263128323
11Newcastle UnitedNewcastle166552321223
12Tottenham HotspurSpurs1562731191220
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd155461918119
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham155372028-818
15Everton153661421-715
16Leicester CityLeicester163582134-1314
17Crystal Palace152761420-613
18Ipswich TownIpswich162681628-1212
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1623112440-169
20Southampton1512121131-205


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