Rangers manager Walter Smith holds aloft the Scottish Premiership title on May 15, 2011
Remembering Scotland and Rangers legend Walter Smith
Sports Mole takes a look at Walter Smith's hugely-successful football career as a player, manager and chairman, following his death at the age of 73.
Oct 26, 22:34
 Andy Cole for Manchester United in 1999
Andy Cole at 50: A goalscoring great underrated on the world stage
As Premier League goalscoring legend Andy Cole celebrates his 50th birthday, Sports Mole looks back at his legacy and asks whether he is given the respect he deserves.
Oct 15, 06:00
 Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their first goal against Young Boys on September 14, 2021
Cristiano Ronaldo's greatest Champions League nights at Old Trafford
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner will be back in European action at the stadium against Villarreal this week.
Sep 28, 11:40
 Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates scoring their fourth goal on September 19, 2021
Football rumours: United still keen for Erling Haaland despite Ronaldo's arrival
Plus, a tour of Manchester United's facilities might be enough to bring Jude Bellingham to the club in the future.
Sep 20, 06:11
 Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the match on September 11, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's handling of Manchester United wheel impresses David Moyes
The former Old Trafford boss says the Norwegian is doing a 'good job'.
Sep 18, 08:00
 Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo reacts on September 11, 2021
Ferguson admits Man City interest made Man United move for Cristiano Ronaldo
Sir Alex Ferguson admits that Manchester United moved for Cristiano Ronaldo due to Manchester City's interest in the 36-year-old.
Sep 11, 22:08
 Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on September 11, 2021
Cristiano Ronaldo double inspires Manchester United win on stunning return
The Portugal international was straight into the groove in a 4-1 win over Newcastle.
Sep 11, 16:13
 Alex Ferguson pictured in May 1994
Patrice Evra's dinner with Sir Alex Ferguson - Monday's sporting social
Patrick Bamford had a birthday to remember and David De Gea's nutmeg.
Sep 6, 17:00
 Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on May 6, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'tells Manchester United they are better than 1999 team'
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly believes that the 2021-22 Manchester United squad is stronger than his treble-winning team of the 1998-99 season.
Sep 5, 12:15
 Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on August 29, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'regards Chelsea as Man Utd's biggest title contenders'
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly thinks that Chelsea are Manchester United's biggest rivals for the 2021-22 Premier League title.
Sep 5, 12:04
 Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo pictured in action on August 22, 2021
Ed Woodward 'played big role in Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United return'
Ed Woodward and Sir Alex Ferguson reportedly played crucial roles in convincing Cristiano Ronaldo to re-sign for the club from Juventus.
Aug 31, 18:55
 Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo reacts on August 22, 2021
Sir Alex, this is for you - Cristiano Ronaldo dedicates return to former boss
He returns to Man Utd from Juventus for an initial fee of £12.86 million.
Aug 31, 10:23
 Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal in June 2021
Peter Schmeichel urges Manchester United to build team around Cristiano Ronaldo
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel urges Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to build his team around the returning Cristiano Ronaldo this season.
Aug 29, 22:59
 Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on August 22, 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reaches 100th Man Utd game with better record than Ferguson
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will take charge of his 100th Premier League game as Manchester United manager on Sunday, and he does so with a better record than Sir Alex Ferguson.
Aug 29, 09:13
 Former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson and Cristiano Ronaldo pictured in October 2006
Sir Alex Ferguson key to Cristiano Ronaldo's return - Rio Ferdinand
The five-time world player of the year had seemed set to sign for rivals Manchester City.
Aug 28, 03:30
 Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on August 22, 2021
Preview:Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 27, 19:19
 Cristiano Ronaldo pictured for Manchester United in 2009
Cristiano Ronaldo forced to abandon iconic number seven shirt at Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at the shirt numbers available to Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United following his sensational return to Old Trafford.
Aug 27, 17:16
 Manchester City's Ruben Dias and John Stones celebrate after the match on May 4, 2021
Four Premier League winners on the lost art of defending
Premier League winning defenders Nigel Winterburn, Gary Pallister, Mikael Silvestre and Lauren speak on the changing landscape of elite football's defenders.
Aug 25, 19:09
 Maurice Watkins on November 10, 2010
Former Man Utd director Maurice Watkins dies aged 79
Maurice Watkins brokered the deal that saw Sir Alex Ferguson stay on as United boss in 2002.
Aug 16, 11:03
 Manchester United centre-back Raphael Varane pictured on August 14, 2021
Phil Jones 'refused to give up number four shirt for Raphael Varane'
Raphael Varane reportedly took the number 19 shirt at Manchester United after Phil Jones refused to cede the '4', which he has held since the 2011-12 season.
Aug 14, 22:45
 Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay celebrates scoring against Leeds on December 20, 2020
Solskjaer goals and Old Trafford cup shock - 5 classic Man Utd-Leeds encounters
United host Leeds on the opening day of the new season.
Aug 13, 09:43
 Derby County's Curtis Davies celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on August 7, 2021
Preview:Peterborough United vs. Derby County - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Peterborough United and Derby County, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 12, 17:46
 West Bromwich Albion's Dara O'Shea celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on August 6, 2021
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Luton Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between West Bromwich Albion and Luton Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 12, 15:21
 Manchester United players celebrate Harry Maguire's goal against Everton in a pre-season clash on August 7, 2021
Dimitar Berbatov tips Manchester United as title contenders
Dimitar Berbatov believes his former club Manchester United are strong contenders to win the Premier League title this season for the first time since 2013.
Aug 10, 23:01
 Manchester United players celebrate Harry Maguire's goal against Everton in a pre-season clash on August 7, 2021
Manchester United 2021-22 season preview - prediction, summer signings, star player
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look ahead to Manchester United's 2021-22 campaign, including predictions, summer signings and their star player.
Aug 10, 11:00
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his goal against Arsenal on April 6, 2010
Lionel Messi's top 20 performances for Barcelona
Following Barcelona's confirmation that Lionel Messi will not sign a new contract this summer, Sports Mole looks at the Argentine's 20 greatest performances for the club.
Aug 5, 19:50
 General view of Aberdeen's Pittodrie Stadium from 2008
Stephen Glass insists Aberdeen are not "burdened" by European history
The Dons revealed plans to build a statue of Sir Alex Ferguson outside Pittodrie on Thursday.
Jul 30, 14:51
 Alex Ferguson pictured in May 1994
Sir Alex Ferguson "thrilled" as Aberdeen plan statue
Sculptor Andy Edwards will craft a bronze likeness of the former Dons and Manchester United boss.
Jul 29, 10:23
 Raphael Varane in action for France in March 2021
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer lavishes praise on "proven winner" Raphael Varane
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hails Raphael Varane, as the centre-back prepares to join the club from Real Madrid.
Jul 28, 22:10
 Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on May 6, 2021
How does Ole Gunnar Solskjaer compare to previous Man United managers?
The Norwegian has committed his future to the club until 2024 at least.
Jul 24, 11:36
 Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured on April 21, 2021
Jadon Sancho "honoured" to join "iconic" Man United
The forward was top-scorer as Borussia Dortmund won the German cup last season.
Jul 23, 17:25
 Manchester United's Robin van Persie scores against Aston Villa in 2013
On This Day: Man United confirm bid for Robin van Persie
The Dutchman won the Premier League title in his first season at Old Trafford.
Jul 20, 07:41
 Carlos Tevez pictured during his time at Manchester City in September 2011
On This Day: Man City agree deal for Carlos Tevez
The Argentina international agreed personal terms on a five-year deal.
Jul 13, 07:49
 Alex Ferguson pictured in May 1994
Study: 'Kit colour clashes slow down responses'
Academics said a change in the laws of the game may be needed.
Jun 23, 11:52
 Queens Park Rangers manager Steve McClaren pictured on March 16, 2019
On This Day: Steve McClaren appointed FC Twente's new manager
Steve McClaren was sacked by England in November 2007.
Jun 20, 06:46
 Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho pictured on April 21, 2021
Sir Alex Ferguson talks up Jadon Sancho
Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson heaps praise on England international Jadon Sancho, who is reportedly close to joining the club from Borussia Dortmund.
Jun 17, 15:56
 England's Dominic Calvert-Lewin takes a knee on March 25, 2021
Viv Anderson slams "bizarre" booing of players taking the knee
Former defender Anderson won his milestone England cap against Czechoslovakia in 1978.
Jun 11, 15:46
 Liverpool celebrate winning the 2005 Champions League after the 'Miracle of Istanbul'
Manchester City vs. Chelsea: The 10 greatest Champions League finals of all time
Ahead of Saturday's all-English Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea, Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest finals in the competition's history.
May 28, 11:22
 Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring in the Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Top five Champions League final goals since 1992
Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at the five greatest goals in the showpiece event since 1992.
May 28, 10:12
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi shakes hands with Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand after winning the Champions League final
On This Day: Man United lose Champions League final to Barcelona
Coach Pep Guardiola won his second European Cup as a manager in three years after a dominant performance from his side.
May 28, 07:48
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