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Half-Time Report: Defences on top in Sao Paulo stalemate between Argentina and Netherlands
Argentina and Netherlands are goalless at half time in their World Cup semi-final, with neither Arjen Robben nor Lionel Messi yet having a major influence on the game.Jul 9, 20:50
Netherlands striker Robin van Persie 'doubtful' for World Cup semi-final against Argentina
Netherlands striker Robin van Persie is a doubt for tomorrow's World Cup semi-final against Argentina because of a stomach problem.Jul 8, 17:56
Holland's Ron Vlaar to miss World Cup semi-final?
A knee injury could reportedly keep Ron Vlaar out of Holland's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.Jul 8, 15:30
Preview:Netherlands vs. Argentina
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between the Netherlands and Argentina.Jul 7, 14:58
Match Analysis: Netherlands 0-0 Costa Rica (Ned win 4-3 on pens)
Sports Mole dissects the action as Netherlands beat Costa Rica on penalties in the quarter-finals of the World Cup.Jul 5, 23:42
Netherlands book semi-final spot
The Netherlands book their place in the semi-finals of the World Cup after beating Costa Rica on penalties following a goalless draw in Salvador.Jul 5, 22:54
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert: 'Fabian Delph, Ron Vlaar not for sale'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert insists that Ron Vlaar and Fabian Delph will not be leaving Villa Park.Jul 4, 00:52
Netherlands through to World Cup quarter-finals after late drama against Mexico
Netherlands score twice in the final moments to come from behind and beat Mexico in their World Cup last-16 clash in Fortaleza.Jun 29, 17:57
Half-Time Report: Slow going in Fortaleza heat between Netherlands, Mexico
Netherlands and Mexico cancel each other out in the first half of the World Cup last-16 tie in searing-hot Fortaleza.Jun 29, 16:49
Five things we learned from day two of the World Cup
Sports Mole takes a look at what we learned from an incredible second day of action at the World Cup in Brazil.Jun 14, 09:12
Match Analysis: Spain 1-5 Netherlands
Sports Mole dissects the action as Netherlands beat Spain 5-1 in Group B's opening fixture of the 2014 World Cup.Jun 13, 21:48
Netherlands come from behind to thrash Spain in Salvador
The Netherlands produce a shock on just the second night of the World Cup by thrashing defending champions Spain 5-1.Jun 13, 20:52
Half-Time Report: Robin van Persie heads home equaliser for the Netherlands
Robin van Persie cancels out a Xabi Alonso penalty as the Netherlands and Spain head to the interval level at 1-1.Jun 13, 19:49
Ron Vlaar eager to see Roy Keane join Aston Villa
Ron Vlaar admits that he is hopeful Aston Villa will appoint Roy Keane as an assistant to Paul Lambert.Jun 6, 04:44
Aston Villa confirm signing of Philippe Senderos on two-year deal
Aston Villa announce the signing of defender Philippe Senderos on a two-year deal.Jun 5, 14:22
Robin van Persie strike gives Netherlands win
Robin van Persie's fifth-minute goal is enough to hand Holland a victory over Ghana in their World Cup warm-up match.May 31, 20:30
Jores Okore praises Ron Vlaar influence
Aston Villa defender Jores Okore praises captain Ron Vlaar's leadership last season.May 18, 12:08
Ron Vlaar: 'Aston Villa must improve next season'
Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar tells his teammates that they must improve in the Premier League next season.May 13, 17:32
Fantasy Football Advice: Week 38
Sports Mole looks ahead to the 38th and final round of Premier League encounters from a fantasy football point of view.May 8, 13:31
Ron Vlaar bored of relegation battles
Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar admits that he is bored of the club's perennial relegation battle to remain in the Premier League.May 4, 10:06
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out a Premier League Team of the Week from the most recent round of encounters.Apr 29, 09:57
Premier League: Key battles on Saturday
Sports Mole picks three of the on-pitch or sideline battles in Saturday's Premier League clashes.Apr 25, 09:36
Ron Vlaar hails "massive point" for Aston Villa
Aston Villa defender Ron Vlaar says that the 0-0 draw with Southampton this afternoon is a "massive point" for the Villains' survival prospects.Apr 19, 20:23
Southampton held at Aston Villa
Southampton are frustrated by Aston Villa as they are held to a goalless draw despite dominating for much of the game.Apr 19, 16:09
Half-Time Report: Aston Villa, Southampton goalless at the break
Despite several early chances, Southampton remain goalless against Aston Villa at half time.Apr 19, 15:05
Ron Vlaar admits relegation fears
Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar has admitted that his side are involved in a relegation battle after falling to a fourth-successive league defeat.Apr 14, 00:17
Aston Villa's Ron Vlaar jumps to defence of Leandro Bacuna
Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar defends teammate Leandro Bacuna, who has come under criticism following recent results.Apr 1, 06:21
Gabriel Agbonlahor to be offered contract extension?
Aston Villa will reportedly offer Gabriel Agbonlahor a new four-year contract in the summer.Mar 27, 04:11
Ron Vlaar wants Aston Villa response
Aston Villa captain Ron Vlaar says that he wants to secure a good result against Manchester United to make up for Sunday's heavy defeat to Stoke City.Mar 25, 10:58
Fantasy Football advice: Week 31
Sports Mole looks ahead to the 31st round of Premier League fixtures from a fantasy football viewpoint.Mar 20, 11:01
Nathan Baker praises Ron Vlaar leadership
Aston Villa defender Nathan Baker reveals that club captain Ron Vlaar has helped his development at the club.Mar 19, 09:07
Match Analysis: Aston Villa 1-0 Chelsea
Sports Mole casts its eye over Aston Villa's surprise victory over Premier League leaders Chelsea.Mar 15, 20:16
Aston Villa stun nine-man Chelsea
Aston Villa dent Chelsea's Premier League title hopes with a 1-0 win over the nine-man Blues at Villa Park.Mar 15, 19:25
Brad Guzan hails "commanding" Ron Vlaar
Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan praises the leadership qualities of captain Ron Vlaar.Mar 15, 15:16
Fantasy Football advice: Week 30
Sports Mole looks ahead to the 30th round of Premier League fixtures from a fantasy football viewpoint.Mar 12, 16:46
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole selects 11 players to form its Premier League Team of the Week from the 28th round of matches.Mar 3, 11:08
Ron Vlaar hails "massive" Aston Villa win
Aston Villa defender Ron Vlaar describes the 4-1 win over Norwich City this afternoon as "massive".Mar 2, 18:56
Christian Benteke double gives Aston Villa win
Christian Benteke scores twice to help Aston Villa move seven points clear of the relegation zone with a 4-1 victory over Norwich today.Mar 2, 18:21
Half-Time Report: Aston Villa cruise to healthy lead over Norwich City
Aston Villa cruise to a 4-1 half-time lead over Norwich City at Villa Park this afternoon.Mar 2, 17:18
Ron Vlaar reassures Aston Villa supporters
Ron Vlaar insists that his Aston Villa teammates are feeling 'calm and optimistic' ahead of their remaining games.Feb 27, 07:56
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