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
Next Republic of Ireland manager: Five contenders
Sports Mole takes a look at the early contenders to replace Giovanni Trapattoni as the manager of the Republic of Ireland.
Sep 11, 11:25
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
On this day: Chelsea edge out Manchester United
Twenty years ago today, Gavin Peacock fires in the only goal of the game as Chelsea defeat Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 11, 08:43
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: Roy Keane scores on Manchester United home debut
Twenty years ago today, Roy Keane scored twice against Sheffield United on his home debut for Manchester United.
Aug 18, 08:36
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, 01:29
Pep Guardiola
Season preview: Bayern Munich
Sports Mole looks ahead to Bayern Munich's chances in the Bundesliga under the guidance of Pep Guardiola.
Aug 6, 09:39
Ryan Tunnicliffe
Ryan Tunnicliffe keen to emulate "idol" Roy Keane
Ryan Tunnicliffe is hoping that he can become a similar type of player to former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane.
Aug 3, 13:10
Barcelona's Cesc Fabregas steps off the team bus on July 15, 2013
Five Premier League transfers that should happen
Sports Mole assesses five transfers that we feel should still take place this summer in the Premier League.
Jul 24, 09:40
Roy Keane smiling after scoring a goal for Manchester United.
On this day: Manchester United unveil Roy Keane
Twenty years ago today Manchester United unveiled their latest signing - Republic of Ireland midfielder Roy Keane.
Jul 22, 08:57
Real Madrid's Luka Modric celebrates a goal against Mallorca on March 16, 2013
Five alternatives to Thiago Alcantara for Manchester United
Having lost out on signing Thiago Alcantara, Sports Mole picks out five other midfield options for Manchester United.
Jul 15, 10:32
Roy Keane
Roy Keane to play in charity match to celebrate Stiliyan Petrov's career
Roy Keane puts his name down to play in a charity match to celebrate the career of Stiliyan Petrov at Celtic Park.
Jul 2, 12:56
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson salutes the fans prior the the match against West Brom on May 19, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson's 'new autobiography to be released in October'
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson's new autobiography is expected to be released in October.
May 22, 12:47
John Curtis in action for Manchester United.
Interview: Former Manchester United defender John Curtis
Sports Mole catches up with former Manchester United defender John Curtis to discuss Sir Alex Ferguson, David Beckham and Paul Scholes.
May 18, 14:07
Wayne Rooney celebrates
What next for Wayne Rooney?
Sports Mole assesses why Wayne Rooney could still be a Manchester United player next season.
May 14, 17:40
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson proudly displays the FA Cup and Premier League trophies
Sir Alex Ferguson's all-time Manchester United XI
Sports Mole puts together the best team from Sir Alex Ferguson's time in charge of Manchester United.
May 8, 14:28
Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates winning the Premier League with Man Utd on April 22, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson's top five signings at Manchester United
Sports Mole picks out Sir Alex Ferguson's best five signings as manager of Manchester United.
May 8, 12:04
New Ipswich manager Mick McCarthy sporting the "meh" look
Ipswich Town planning pre-season Scotland trip
Mick McCarthy says that he is hoping to take his Ipswich Town side to Scotland for part of their pre-season training.
May 1, 11:29
Utd manager Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates his teams 2-0 win over Stoke on April 14, 2013
Manchester United's Sir Alex Ferguson remains wealthiest manager in football
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson tops the Sunday Times's richest football managers list of 2013.
Apr 25, 23:01
Roy Keane
Roy Keane: England need "reality check"
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane launches a stinging attack on England after their 1-1 draw with Montenegro on Tuesday.
Mar 27, 02:17
Josh Carson on April 21, 2011
Mick McCarthy tells Josh Carson to "rip it up" at York City
Ipswich Town boss Mick McCarthy challenges Josh Carson to shine during his time with York City.
Mar 20, 19:32
Jordan Rhodes celebrates after scoring the opener for his team on December 2, 2012
Jordan Rhodes: 'Proving Roy Keane wrong motivates me'
Jordan Rhodes says that former Ipswich Town manager Roy Keane did him a favour by selling him to Huddersfield Town in 2009.
Mar 10, 12:54
Manchester United's Nani is shown a red card during the second half against Real Madrid on March 5, 2013
John Collins hits out at Roy Keane over Nani red card
Former Scotland international John Collins says that he is disappointed with Roy Keane's remarks about Nani's recent red card.
Mar 6, 22:36
Roy Keane
Paddy Crerand slams Roy Keane's backing of Nani sending-off
Former Manchester United midfielder Paddy Crerand criticises Roy Keane for agreeing with the referee's decision to send off Nani against Real Madrid.
Mar 6, 11:35
Manchester United's Nani is shown a red card during the second half against Real Madrid on March 5, 2013
Roy Keane: 'Nani deserved red card'
Roy Keane says that Nani deserved to get sent off against Real Madrid in the Champions League.
Mar 6, 06:16
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson leaves the field at the final whistle after beating West Ham 1-0 during the FA Cup third round replay on January 16, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Manchester United are stronger than 1999'
Sir Alex Ferguson feels that his current Manchester United squad is stronger than the one that managed to win the treble.
Feb 16, 13:18
Jordan Rhodes celebrates after scoring the opener for his team on December 2, 2012
Simon Clegg regrets Jordan Rhodes sale
Departing chief executive Simon Clegg admits that Ipswich Town made a mistake in selling Jordan Rhodes in 2009.
Feb 6, 12:41
Wayne Rooney moments after missing a penalty during the FA Cup third round replay against West Ham on January 16, 2013
Roy Keane: 'Wayne Rooney won't take another penalty'
Former Manchester United captain believes that Wayne Rooney will never take another penalty for the club.
Jan 18, 08:22
Sergio Aguero
Manchester derby: Five classic matches
Sports Mole looks back at some memorable clashes between Manchester City and Manchester United ahead of Sunday's derby at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 7, 15:31
Ewood Park
Henning Berg in contention for Blackburn Rovers job?
A report claims that Henning Berg is being strongly considered for the management job at Championship club Blackburn Rovers.
Oct 29, 14:43
Harry Redknapp
Next Ipswich Town manager: The contenders
Sports Mole brings you five managers that are believed to be in the running for Ipswich Town's managerial vacancy.
Oct 24, 12:55
Owen Coyle
Andy Walker: 'Owen Coyle deserved more time at Bolton Wanderers'
Former Bolton Wanderers striker Andy Walker says that Owen Coyle should have been given more time to reverse the club's fortunes.
Oct 10, 21:14
Mick McCarthy
Next Bolton Wanderers manager: The contenders
Sports Mole assesses the five leading contenders to replace Owen Coyle as manager of Championship outfit Bolton Wanderers.
Oct 9, 13:25
Roy Keane
Roy Keane heading to Turkey?
Turkish media claims that Roy Keane is about to take charge of Istanbul-based Kasımpasa.
Sep 29, 11:20
Roy Keane
Agent: 'Nottingham Forest job would interest Roy Keane'
Roy Keane's representative claims that the Irishman would be interested in becoming the new manager of his former club Nottingham Forest.
Jul 17, 16:06
Mick McCarthy
Mick McCarthy ends Nottingham Forest talks
Former Wolverhampton Wanderers boss Mick McCarthy rules himself out of the running for the vacant managerial post at Nottingham Forest.
Jul 16, 16:05
City Ground
Who will be Nottingham Forest's next manager?
Nottingham Forest's new owners are looking for a new "iconic" manager to take charge at the City Ground. Here, Sports Mole brings you some of the contenders for the role.
Jul 14, 12:49
City Ground
Nottingham Forest target "iconic" manager
Nottingham Forest's new owners reveal that they are in search of an "iconic" name to lead the club after sacking Steve Cotterill soon after their takeover.
Jul 14, 09:34
Roy Keane
Roy Keane tips Italy to beat England
Roy Keane believes that Italy will edge out England in Sunday's quarter-final at Euro 2012.
Jun 24, 00:56
Andres Iniesta, Keith Andrews
Ray Houghton defends Republic of Ireland and slams Roy Keane
Ray Houghton slams Roy Keane for his criticism of the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2012 performances.
Jun 18, 05:29
Wayne Rooney
Roy Keane: 'England should bench Wayne Rooney'
Roy Keane believes that England striker Wayne Rooney should be started on the bench against Ukraine.
Jun 17, 12:39
Roy Keane
Roy Keane continues Ireland criticism
Roy Keane uses his column in a newspaper to continue his criticism of the current Republic of Ireland squad.
Jun 17, 12:08
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