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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
Scott Minto becomes latest pundit to leave Sky Sports
Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Nicholas and Phil Thompson were let go by the broadcaster on Wednesday.
Aug 27, 13:02
David Beckham of Manchester United and Matt Le Tissier of Southampton during the FA Carling Premiership match played at OLd Trafford in Manchester, England. The game ended in a 3-3 draw.
Matt Le Tissier reacts to surprise Sky Sports axe
Phil Thompson and Charlie Nicholas are also leaving their roles ahead of the 2020-21 season.
Aug 26, 20:17
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on July 11, 2020
Preview: Liverpool vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League showdown between champions Liverpool and Champions League-chasing Chelsea, including predictions and team news.
Jul 20, 15:51
Bryan Robson scores for England against France on June 16, 1982
On This Day: Bryan Robson scores against France after 27 seconds
The midfielder scored one of the fastest goals in World Cup history in what would evolve into an impressive 3-1 win over Group 4 rivals France.
Jun 16, 07:20
Steven Gerrard celebrates Liverpool winning the FA Cup in May 2006
Liverpool's greatest XI of all time using different nationalities
Sports Mole selects Liverpool's greatest-ever XI with a difference - only one player is allowed from each country.
Apr 26, 17:14
Alfredo Morelos in action for Rangers on December 12, 2019
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Alfredo Morelos, James Maddison, Jude Bellingham
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 26, 07:57
Timo Werner celebrates scoring for RB Leipzig on February 19, 2020
Phil Thompson: 'Timo Werner would challenge Liverpool front three'
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson is confident that Timo Werner would challenge the established front three of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Roberto Firmino.
Apr 25, 13:13
Steven Gerrard celebrates Liverpool winning the FA Cup in May 2006
Liverpool's greatest ever players by number
Sports Mole takes an alternative look at Liverpool's best ever players, listing them by number from Steven Gerrard and Kenny Dalglish to Lazar Markovic and Mario Balotelli.
Apr 19, 16:37
Ian Wright pictured in March 2018
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Andre Onana, Ousmane Dembele, Kylian Mbappe
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 14, 07:57
Philippe Coutinho pictured for Liverpool in 2017
Phil Thompson urges Liverpool to re-sign "genius" Philippe Coutinho
Former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson urges the Reds to re-sign Barcelona's Philippe Coutinho, who left Anfield for Camp Nou in 2018.
Apr 13, 20:46
Harry Kane in Spurs training on March 9, 2020
Tuesday's Transfer Talk Update: Harry Kane, Timo Werner
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Mar 17, 06:57
Philippe Coutinho pictured for Liverpool in 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool require player like Philippe Coutinho'
Club legend Phil Thompson feels that Liverpool should attempt to sign a player in the mould of former star man Philippe Coutinho.
Mar 16, 15:59
A woman wearing a mask walks by the Emirates Stadium after manager Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus and their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday has been cancelled on March 13, 2020
Phil Thompson doubts April return for Premier League
Former Liverpool player Phil Thompson fears that the Premier League will not be able to resume by April amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Mar 14, 20:24
Tommy Smith in vintage action for Liverpool
Phil Thompson pays tribute to "iconic" Tommy Smith
The Reds defender has died aged 74.
Apr 12, 20:44
Ross Barkley in action with Naby Keita during the EFL Cup clash between Chelsea and Liverpool on September 26, 2018
Preview: Chelsea vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the Premier League clash between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 27, 11:38
Harry Maguire in action for England on June 7, 2018
Phil Thompson urges Liverpool to sign Harry Maguire
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson urges the club to sign Harry Maguire, but admits that the Leicester City defender could set them back more than £50m.
Jul 9, 10:19
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jordan Henderson out to 'create history' against Real Madrid
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson hopes to join an elite list of players to have skippered the Reds to European Cup glory when his side take on Real Madrid this weekend.
May 25, 18:45
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jordan Henderson: 'Liverpool underdogs in Champions League final'
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson admits that his side will be the underdogs against two-time defending champions Real Madrid in the Champions League final.
May 20, 14:12
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson barks orders during his side's Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on August 12, 2017
Jordan Henderson: 'I thrive off Liverpool captaincy'
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson says that he "thrives" off the responsibility of being the club's skipper.
May 20, 14:02
Roberto Firmino and Danilo in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on January 14, 2018
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool must score versus Manchester City'
Liverpool legend Phil Thompson says that his former club must score against Manchester City in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie.
Apr 9, 18:39
Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Mohamed Salah will be surprised by his Liverpool form'
Liverpool legend Phil Thompson says that Mohamed Salah will be surprised by his own excellent form during his first campaign at Anfield.
Mar 21, 18:26
Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho pictured in front of the Anfield faithful on October 14, 2017
Phil Thompson questions Philippe Coutinho timing
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson questions the timing of Philippe Coutinho's £142m move to Barcelona due to his inability to play in the Champions League.
Jan 6, 22:58
Dishevelled Reds boss Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool must learn from collapse at Bournemouth last season'
Former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson hopes that the Reds have learned from last year's mistakes when they return to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Sunday.
Dec 14, 21:13
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
Phil Thompson: 'Cristiano Ronaldo move would have unsettled Liverpool dressing room'
Former Liverpool assistant manager Phil Thompson believes that a move for Cristiano Ronaldo would have caused "anarchy" in the Reds dressing room.
Oct 15, 18:23
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
Phil Thompson backs Liverpool win and clean sheet against Manchester United
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson backs Jurgen Klopp's side to beat Manchester United at Anfield on Saturday and keep a clean sheet in the process.
Oct 12, 16:00
Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius in action for his side during their Champions League Group E clash with Sevilla at Anfield on September 13, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Loris Karius should have done better'
Sky Sports pundit Phil Thompson says that Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius should have done more to save Fernando's free kick in the Reds' 1-1 draw with Spartak Moscow.
Sep 27, 13:12
Jurgen Klopp is not happy in this moment during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Jurgen Klopp should not be under pressure'
Jurgen Klopp should not be under pressure at Liverpool as he is in the process of building the side, according to former Reds defender Phil Thompson.
Sep 23, 09:44
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
Phil Thompson criticises Liverpool following Manchester City loss
Liverpool legend Phil Thompson criticises his former side following their defeat against Manchester City.
Sep 13, 14:28
Jurgen Klopp celebrates with Philippe Coutinho after the Premier League game between West Ham United and Liverpool on May 14, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Philippe Coutinho will be welcomed back'
Former Liverpool captain Phil Thompson is confident that Philippe Coutinho will be welcomed back by the club's players and fans despite his efforts to leave this summer.
Sep 7, 21:16
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on March 12, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Champions League key to Philippe Coutinho future'
Former Liverpool centre-back Phil Thompson says that the club's two-legged Champions League playoff with Hoffenheim will play a key role in Philippe Coutinho's future.
Aug 15, 17:21
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho watches on during his side's EFL Cup final with Southampton at Wembley on February 26, 2017
Phil Thompson: 'Jose Mourinho at risk of losing dressing room'
Phil Thompson believes that there are already parallels between Jose Mourinho's latter days at Chelsea and his short stint with Manchester United.
Apr 9, 11:44
Generic image of a locker room
Jeff Stelling clarifies 'misunderstood' retirement comments
Jeff Stelling will continue presenting Sky's Gillette Soccer Saturday coverage for the foreseeable future after making clear that he has no current plans to retire.
Mar 26, 15:09
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
Phil Thompson urges Steven Gerrard not to rush into management
Phil Thompson urges Steven Gerrard not to rush into management following his retirement.
Nov 24, 16:29
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
Phil Thompson: 'Six teams can win Premier League title'
Phil Thompson claims that his former club Liverpool are one of six teams capable of winning the Premier League title this season.
Oct 28, 18:42
England Under-21s manager Gareth Southgate looks on during his side's match against Croatia Under-21 on October 10, 2014
Phil Thompson wants Gareth Southgate as England boss
Gareth Southgate should put his name forward to become England's new manager on a long-term basis, claims former Liverpool centre-back Phil Thompson.
Oct 5, 18:00
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
Phil Thompson lays into "appalling" Arsenal
Arsenal were "absolutely appalling" in the second half of their 2-1 defeat to Swansea City in the Premier League, claims former Liverpool defender Phil Thompson.
Mar 3, 15:25
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
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool should move for Stoke City's Ryan Shawcross'
Phil Thompson urges Liverpool to sign Stoke City captain Ryan Shawcross in order to solve their defensive crisis.
Jan 26, 14:32
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
On this day: Aston Villa hammer champions elect Liverpool
Thirty-nine years ago today, Aston Villa scored five first-half goals as they hammered league leaders Liverpool at Villa Park.
Dec 15, 06:00
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
On this day: Liverpool hammer Kevin Keegan's Hamburg
Thirty-eight years ago today, Terry McDermott scored a hat-trick as Liverpool beat a Hamburg side that contained Kevin Keegan 6-0 at Anfield.
Dec 6, 06:00
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
Phil Thompson: 'Liverpool in Premier League title contention'
Phil Thompson believes that Liverpool have put themselves in a strong position to challenge for the Premier League title in the second half of the season.
Dec 3, 17:29
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Today's games header
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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