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Steven Gerrard admits he is "proud" of England's performance against Italy
England captain Steven Gerrard praises the performance of his teammates in the 2-1 defeat to Italy, admitting that he is "proud" of the display.Jun 15, 10:27
On this day: England beat Sweden in thriller
On this day in 2012, England beat Sweden 3-2 in a classic comeback win at the European Championships.Jun 15, 09:02
Graham Taylor: 'Wayne Rooney on the left isn't working'
Former England manager Graham Taylor claims that playing Wayne Rooney on the left isn't working as the striker needs to be playing centrally to be at his best.Jun 15, 08:56
Cesare Prandelli slams FIFA "madness"
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli says that it is "madness" that FIFA do not allow every team the luxury of a cooling break to combat the heat in Brazil.Jun 15, 04:41
Roy Hodgson: England on "back foot" for last 16
England boss Roy Hodgson admits that the Three Lions are on the "back foot" to qualify for the second round of the World Cup after losing to Italy.Jun 15, 03:23
Mario Balotelli wants Italy fear factor
Italy striker Mario Balotelli believes that every team should "fear" the Azzurri following their 2-1 win over England.Jun 15, 01:29
Roy Hodgson defends Wayne Rooney performance
England coach Roy Hodgson rejects claims that Wayne Rooney looked 'uncomfortable' on the wing in the 2-1 defeat to Italy.Jun 15, 00:48
Match Analysis: England 1-2 Italy
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at England's 2-1 defeat to Italy in their opening match of the 2014 World Cup.Jun 15, 00:46
Roy Keane: 'Roy Hodgson should be England psychologist'
Roy Hodgson should be England's sports psychologist ahead of Steve Peters, according to Roy Keane.Jun 15, 00:27
Mario Balotelli goal downs England
England lose their World Cup Group D opener with a 2-1 defeat to Italy in Manaus.Jun 14, 23:56
Half-Time Report: Daniel Sturridge cancels out Claudio Marchisio opener
England hold Italy to 1-1 at half time in their World Cup Group D opener in Manaus.Jun 14, 22:48
Alan Shearer: 'Italy clash will be Wayne Rooney's biggest England game'
Former England striker Alan Shearer claims that Wayne Rooney will be playing his "biggest game" for the Three Lions in tonight's Group D opener against Italy in Manaus.Jun 14, 21:58
Team News: Raheem Sterling starts for England, Gianluigi Buffon out of Italy squad
England name Liverpool midfielder Raheem Sterling in their starting XI for this evening's World Cup Group D opener against Italy in Manaus.Jun 14, 21:18
Live Commentary: England 1-2 Italy - as it happened
Relive England's 2-1 defeat at the hands of Italy in their World Cup opener courtesy of Sports Mole's live coverage of the match.Jun 14, 20:30
Gianluigi Buffon confirms absence against England
Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon confirms via Twitter that he will miss the Azzurri's Group D opener against England in Manaus this evening.Jun 14, 20:08
Report: Raheem Sterling starts for England in Manaus
A report claims that England manager Roy Hodgson has selected an attacking looking lineup for tonight's match against Italy.Jun 14, 19:46
Joey Barton calls for Daniel Sturridge caution
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton criticises England boss Roy Hodgson for comparing Daniel Sturridge to former Brazil striker Pele, who won three World Cups with the Selecao.Jun 14, 14:56
Sven-Goran Eriksson: 'My 2006 World Cup squad was better'
Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson believes that Roy Hodgson's current squad is weaker than the one that he took to the 2006 World Cup.Jun 14, 14:29
Neil Lennon: 'England need Rooney'
Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon says that England need Wayne Rooney to be at his best if Roy Hodgson's side are to beat Italy.Jun 14, 13:50
Steven Gerrard praises Daniel Strurridge
England captain Steven Gerrard claims that Liverpool and international teammate Daniel Sturridge has the potential to become "one of the best strikers in the world".Jun 14, 13:37
Gianluca Vialli: 'Italy have slight advantage'
Former Italy striker Gianluca Vialli backs his country to beat England in tonight's World Cup clash.Jun 14, 11:26
England vs. Italy: Five key factors
Ahead of England's World Cup opener against Italy this evening, Sports Mole picks out five factors that could have a telling impact on the final result.Jun 14, 10:14
Tony Adams: 'Roy Hodgson should have taken John Terry to World Cup'
Tony Adams believes that England manager Roy Hodgson should have taken John Terry to the World Cup to play alongside Gary Cahill.Jun 14, 01:25
Roy Hodgson "happy" with Manaus pitch
England manager Roy Hodgson says that he is happy with the condition of the pitch that his side will be playing on during their World Cup opener against Italy.Jun 13, 23:18
Danny Welbeck passed fit for Italy clash
Roy Hodgson reveals that Danny Welbeck is fit to face Italy on Saturday in England's opening World Cup game.Jun 13, 22:08
James Milner: 'England have good mix of players'
England midfielder James Milner insists that England have a perfect mix of youth and experience ahead of their opening World Cup game this weekend.Jun 13, 13:20
Robbie Fowler expecting England youngsters to shine
Robbie Fowler says that England will do "very, very well" at the World Cup thanks in part to the young players.Jun 13, 12:59
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Survey reveals Luis Suarez is wanted by England fans
A survey reveals that Luis Suarez would be welcomed into the national team by England fans.Jun 13, 11:37
John Barnes: Wayne Rooney is England's "most important player"
John Barnes tells Sports Mole that Wayne Rooney is England's "most important player" and talk that he should be dropped is "nonsense".Jun 13, 09:43
Paul Scholes: 'England must use Ross Barkley, Raheem Sterling'
Paul Scholes urges Roy Hodgson to put his faith in Ross Barkley and Raheem Sterling at the World Cup.Jun 13, 01:40
Preview:England vs. Italy
Sports Mole previews England's opening World Cup match against Italy ahead of the meeting between the two sides in Manaus.Jun 12, 16:28
Jay Rodriguez "motivated" to return to action following injury blow
Jay Rodriguez insists that he is motivated to get back to action after suffering injury back in April.Jun 12, 15:26
Alan Shearer desperate to see England improvement at World Cup
Alan Shearer admits that he is hoping to see England improve by playing attacking football at the World Cup.Jun 12, 14:10
Michael Owen: 'Dropping Wayne Rooney is not an option'
England legend Michael Owen stresses that dropping former teammate Wayne Rooney for the opening World Cup game against Italy on Saturday is "not an option".Jun 12, 13:42
Rafael Benitez: 'Man-marking may not stop Andrea Pirlo'
Napoli manager Rafael Benitez warns England that their reported plan to mark Andrea Pirlo may not stop the midfielder controlling their match with Italy on Saturday.Jun 12, 12:42
England to inspect state of Manaus pitch
England will send backroom staff to inspect the Manaus pitch that will host their game against Italy after pictures emerged of a dry and poor playing surface.Jun 12, 10:33
Wayne Rooney hails 'best' England squad
Wayne Rooney says that the current England squad is the best he has been involved with during his international career.Jun 11, 22:14
Wayne Rooney: 'England are better than Italy'
England striker Wayne Rooney claims that his side are better than Italy ahead of their meeting in Manaus on Saturday.Jun 11, 18:47
Andrea Pirlo plays down Manaus heat
Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo plays down talk of the heat of Manaus affecting the game against England on Saturday.Jun 11, 18:30
Excess fertiliser 'damages' Manaus pitch ahead of England-Italy clash
England will send a member of staff to inspect the Arena Amazonia pitch when they land in Manaus on Thursday after worrying images emerged of the state of the turf.Jun 11, 18:21
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