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England's greatest XI: Does Wayne Rooney make the cut?
Ahead of Wayne Rooney's farewell appearance for England, Sports Mole looks at whether the all-time leading goalscorer would make it into his country's best-ever XI.Nov 13, 10:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F18%2F24%2Fmexico.jpg "The Mexico team line up before their friendly game with Scotland on June 2, 2018")
World Cup preview: Mexico
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of Mexico, who have been eliminated in the last 16 in each of the past six tournaments.Jun 13, 13:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F46%2Fdavid-moyes_1.jpg "David Moyes shouts instructions during the Premier League game between Watford and West Ham United on November 19, 2017")
David Moyes leaves West Ham United
David Moyes parts company with Premier League club West Ham United.May 16, 11:24
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Pep Guardiola: 'I was not good enough to play for Wigan Athletic'
Pep Guardiola admits that he almost joined Wigan Athletic as a player in 2005 but the move fell through because he was "not good enough".Feb 18, 22:58
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David Moyes: 'West Ham United not scouting Real Betis midfielder Fabian Ruiz'
West Ham United manager David Moyes claims that the Hammers are not currently scouting Real Betis midfielder Fabian Ruiz.Jan 25, 15:26
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Stuart Pearce: 'David Moyes wants to make early impact at West Ham United'
Stuart Pearce says that David Moyes wants to make an 'early impact' at West Ham United following his recent appointment as manager.Nov 13, 21:08
Report: Stuart Pearce accepts West Ham United coaching offer
A report claims that former West Ham United captain Stuart Pearce has agreed to join David Moyes at the London Stadium in a coaching capacity.Nov 12, 20:19
David Moyes keen to add Stuart Pearce to coaching staff
West Ham United manager David Moyes plans to bring former captain Stuart Pearce on board as part of the club's new-look coaching setup.Nov 8, 17:05
Stuart Pearce: 'I've had no contact with West Ham United'
Former England defender Stuart Pearce states that he has had no contact with West Ham United, despite reports linking him with a coaching role at the Premier League club.Nov 6, 20:26
Stuart Pearce to assist David Moyes at West Ham United?
Former defender Stuart Pearce will reportedly assist David Moyes if the Scot is confirmed as the new West Ham United manager.Nov 6, 16:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F42%2Fjose-mourinho_3.jpg "Jose Mourinho shouts during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017")
Stuart Pearce: 'Jose Mourinho will get reaction he wants from players'
Stuart Pearce claims that Jose Mourinho is being tactical by criticising his players publicly.Oct 23, 21:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F38%2Fjoe-hart_1.jpg "England goalkeeper Joe Hart in action during his side's World Cup qualifying clash with Slovakia on September 4, 2017")
Stuart Pearce: 'England goalkeeper Joe Hart lacks nastiness'
Stuart Pearce insists that Joe Hart should emulate England legend Peter Shilton by showing more bite if he is to retain his number-one spot at international level.Oct 5, 14:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fcalum-chambers.JPG "England Under-21s defender Calum Chambers in action during his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s on November 10, 2016")
Calum Chambers: England have "great future"
England Under-21s defender Calum Chambers believes that the home nation has a "great future" in terms of footballing talent.Jun 25, 20:16
The Top 20 England players of all time
Sports Mole counts down the top 20 English players of all time.Jun 13, 13:33
Roy Hodgson 'to turn down Norwich City job'
Former England manager Roy Hodgson is reportedly planning to turn down the chance to take over at Norwich City.Mar 16, 13:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Faidy-boothroyd.jpg "Interim England Under-21s manager Aidy Boothroyd sings the national anthem before his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s at St Mary's Stadium on November 10, 2016")
Aidy Boothroyd named permanent England Under-21 manager
Aidy Boothroyd is named as the new permanent England Under-21 manager.Feb 3, 12:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fpep-guardiola_1.JPG "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Stuart Pearce: 'Pep Guardiola confusing Manchester City players'
Stuart Pearce suggests that Manchester City's players are being held back by Pep Guardiola's reluctance to stick with a settled formation.Dec 14, 14:03
Stuart Pearce keen to return to England Under-21s
Stuart Pearce reveals that he will apply for the vacant managerial role with England Under-21s, a position he previously held between 2007 and 2013.Dec 14, 12:06
Stuart Pearce backs Joe Hart to come back stronger
Former Manchester City boss Stuart Pearce insists that Joe Hart is still the best England goalkeeper.Aug 24, 18:07
Harry Redknapp: 'John Terry should be made England captain'
Harry Redknapp believes that John Terry, retired from international football since 2012, is the only candidate to captain England should Wayne Rooney be overlooked.Jul 26, 16:56
Stuart Pearce: 'Marcus Rashford has outside chance of making Euro 2016'
Stuart Pearce says that Marcus Rashford has an "outside chance" of making the 23-man England squad for Euro 2016.May 16, 15:44
Stuart Pearce: 'Arsenal should sign Manchester City's Yaya Toure'
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure would be a "good signing" for Arsenal, according to Stuart Pearce.Mar 16, 18:36
Stuart Pearce: 'Leicester City will win the Premier League crown'
Stuart Pearce is confident that Leicester City will win the Premier League title after extending their lead at the top to five points.Feb 8, 11:57
Stuart Pearce: 'Daniel Sturridge has not fallen out of love with football'
Stuart Pearce leaps to the defence of Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge over his continued injury problems.Jan 21, 21:06
Stuart Pearce: 'Premier League title is Arsenal's to lose'
Former Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce believes that Arsenal's consistency makes them heavy favourites for the Premier League title this season.Dec 22, 20:02
Stuart Pearce: 'John Stones is a young Alan Hansen'
Former England international Stuart Pearce compares the style of John Stones to that of a young Alan Hansen.Dec 12, 20:58
Peter Grant happy to continue in Fulham caretaker role
Stand-in Fulham boss Peter Grant says that he is confident and experienced enough to continue in his temporary role for as long as it takes for a new man to be appointed.Nov 23, 12:44
Stuart Pearce declares interest in vacant Fulham managerial job
Stuart Pearce admits that he would be open to taking charge of Fulham should he be offered the job, nine months after being sacked by Nottingham Forest.Nov 20, 12:02
On this day: England's Ian Wright nets four goals against San Marino
Twenty-two years ago today, Ian Wright scored four goals as England recorded a 7-1 victory over San Marino.Nov 17, 06:00
England's biggest away wins
Sports Mole looks back at England's biggest away victories ahead of their Euro 2016 qualifier with San Marino.Sep 5, 13:44
In Off The Post: Sam Matterface's say on transfer deadline day
Sports Mole columnist and talkSPORT commentator Sam Matterface airs his views on how some of the Premier League clubs fared on transfer deadline day. Sep 2, 09:50
On this day: David Beckham makes senior England debut
Nineteen years ago today, David Beckham made the first of his 115 appearances for England at senior international level.Sep 1, 07:00
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Video: Stuart Pearce confuses Xherdan Shaqiri with singer Shakira in interview
Stuart Pearce mistakenly calls Xherdan Shaqiri by the name of Colombian popstar Shakira while discussing the new Stoke City arrival on TV.Aug 14, 17:08
Championship 2015-16 season preview: Nottingham Forest
Sports Mole previews the 2015-16 Championship from a Nottingham Forest perspective. Aug 6, 15:30
Championship 2015-16 season preview: Derby County
Sports Mole wonders if Derby County can live up to their expectations as bookies' favourites for promotion from the Championship in 2015-16.Aug 6, 11:30
Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Nottingham Forest
Sports Mole looks ahead to the start of the Football League season on Friday night as Brighton & Hove Albion welcome Nottingham Forest.Aug 5, 20:12
Report: Former FA chief Adrian Bevington takes up Nottingham Forest role
A report claims that Adrian Bevington, who spent 14 years working at the Football Association, has been appointed in an advisory role at Nottingham Forest.Aug 3, 17:29
Stuart Pearce: 'Raheem Sterling not a problem player'
Former England Under-21s manager Stuart Pearce insists that Manchester City new boy Raheem Sterling is not a "problem player".Jul 14, 18:36
On this day: Crestfallen England exit Italia '90
On this day 25 years ago, England crashed out of the 1990 World Cup at the semi-final stage following a penalty shootout defeat to West Germany in Turin.Jul 4, 07:00
Steve Wigley back at Fulham as Under-18s coach
Steve Wigley returns to Fulham as Under-18s coach a year after leaving the role to become Nottingham Forest assistant.Jun 30, 14:00
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