Aleksandar Mitrovic celebrates scoring a hat-trick for Fulham on October 23, 2019
Aston Villa 'favourites to sign Aleksandar Mitrovic in January'
Aston Villa will reportedly target Aleksandar Mitrovic in January having been made the bookmakers favourite for his signature.
Dec 3, 12:23
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on December 1, 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'League table is not the biggest concern'
But Manchester United boss is frustrated at his side's inability to hold on to leads.
Dec 2, 11:02
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on December 1, 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer responds to Jack Grealish transfer claim
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is coy when questioned on a potential swoop for Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish.
Dec 1, 23:36
United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer applauds on November 7, 2019
Solskjaer not yet worried about league position
Manchester United are ninth in the standings after 14 games.
Dec 1, 20:18
Aston Villa's Jack Grealish celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on December 1, 2019
Manchester United held at home by Aston Villa
The visiting captain ran the show at Old Trafford.
Dec 1, 19:02
Raheem Sterling in action for England on September 7, 2019
How England could line up against Kosovo
Sports Mole looks at how England could line up for Sunday's final Euro 2020 qualifier against Kosovo, with Raheem Sterling returning to the starting XI.
Nov 15, 12:51
Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on November 14, 2019
Preview:Kosovo vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's final Euro 2020 qualifier between Kosovo and England, including predictions, team news and possible starting lineups.
Nov 15, 11:57
Raheem Sterling and Joe Gomez in England training together on November 12, 2019
How England could line up against Montenegro
Sports Mole looks at how England could line up for their 1,000th international match after Raheem Sterling was dropped for the Euro 2020 qualifier with Montenegro.
Nov 12, 20:15
Raheem Sterling and Joe Gomez in England training together on November 12, 2019
Preview:England vs. Montenegro - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews England's 1,000th international match as they face Montenegro in a Euro 2020 qualifier, including predictions, team news and possible starting lineups.
Nov 12, 18:48
Liverpool's Joe Gomez and Manchester City's Raheem Sterling clash on November 10, 2019
Raheem Sterling dropped: Five occasions where teammates have fallen out
The emotions of the match between Sterling's Manchester City and Gomez's Liverpool were still raw when the players met up for international duty.
Nov 12, 10:46
Raul Jimenez celebrates scoring yet again for Wolves on November 10, 2019
Neves, Jimenez give Wolves derby bragging rights over Aston Villa
Nuno Espirito Santo's side moved into the top half of the Premier League with their 2-1 win.
Nov 10, 16:20
England manager Gareth Southgate applauds fans after the match against Bulgaria on October 14, 2019
Gareth Southgate: 'England players keen to move on from Bulgaria racism'
Several players were subject to racist abuse from home fans during last month's Euro 2020 qualifier in Sofia.
Nov 9, 22:59
Liverpool's Sadio Mane scores their second goal against Aston Villa on November 2, 2019
Sadio Mane salvages last-gasp Liverpool victory over Aston Villa
The Reds had to wait until added time to secure a vital three points in the Premier League title race.
Nov 2, 17:30
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their first goal against Aston Villa on October 26, 2019
Ilkay Gundogan tips Raheem Sterling to become world's best
Raheem Sterling scored his 17th goal in 18 appearances for club and country this season to open the scoring against Aston Villa.
Oct 27, 11:16
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
Haringey players "disgusted" and "distraught" by alleged racist abuse
Michael O'Donoghue was at the game and went into the dressing room with the team when they came off.
Oct 20, 10:04
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
Manager reveals players were "frightened" by alleged racist abuse in FA Cup game
The FA Cup fourth round qualifying tie was abandoned after 64 minutes.
Oct 19, 21:18
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on October 19, 2019
Villa snatch late win against 10-man Brighton
Defender's first goal for the club is vital.
Oct 19, 16:15
Mario Mandzukic in action for Juventus on December 7, 2018
News Extra: Mandzukic talks on future, Villa's Mings bonus, Umtiti's return
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Juventus's plans to hold Mario Mandzukic talks, Aston Villa's extra payment for Tyrone Mings and Samuel Umtiti's return for Barcelona.
Oct 19, 09:34
Tyrone Mings in action for England on October 14, 2019
Dean Smith hails Tyrone Mings character after England debut in Bulgaria
The defender was the subject of racial abuse on Monday night.
Oct 17, 17:52
Tyrone Mings in action for England on October 14, 2019
Tyrone Mings: 'Nothing could spoil my England debut'
The 26-year-old suffered vile taunts from the terraces in Sofia.
Oct 15, 13:29
Tyrone Mings in action for England on October 14, 2019
England defender Tyrone Mings: 'I had racist abuse before game started'
Mings' debut was overshadowed by racial abuse from some of the Bulgaria fans.
Oct 15, 09:42
Ross Barkley celebrates scoring for England in their Euro 2020 qualifier against Bulgaria on October 14, 2019
Slick England put six past Bulgaria in Sofia
England return to winning ways in their Euro 2020 qualification group with a 6-0 victory away to Bulgaria.
Oct 14, 20:40
England manager Gareth Southgate on October 11, 2019
Gareth Southgate considering three at the back against Bulgaria
The Three Lions play Bulgaria on Monday as they look to bounce back from their loss to the Czech Republic.
Oct 13, 02:37
England players celebrate Harry Kane's goal against Czech Republic in their Euro 2020 qualifier on October 11, 2019
How England could line up against Bulgaria
Sports Mole looks at how England could line up for Monday night's Euro 2020 qualifier against Bulgaria as they look to bounce back from defeat to Czech Republic.
Oct 12, 20:54
Eric Dier in action for Spurs on September 24, 2019
Aston Villa interested in Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Eric Dier?
Aston Villa are reportedly among the favourites to complete a deal for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Eric Dier in January.
Oct 12, 08:54
James Tarkowski pictured on August 26, 2018
James Tarkowski left "disappointed" by Gareth Southgate snub
Tarkowski won the last of his two caps in September last year.
Oct 10, 10:05
England's Jadon Sancho celebrates scoring their fourth goal against Kosovo on September 10, 2019
How England could line up against Czech Republic
Sports Mole looks at how England could line up in Friday's Euro 2020 qualifier with Czech Republic.
Oct 9, 15:14
England's Jadon Sancho celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling on September 10, 2019
Preview:Czech Republic vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Euro 2020 qualifier between Czech Republic and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 9, 14:55
Wesley Moraes celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on October 5, 2019
Wesley scores brace as Villa flatten Norwich
Aston Villa recorded their first win on the road this season in emphatic fashion at Carrow Road.
Oct 7, 10:55
Jamal Lewis in action for Norwich City on September 21, 2019
Jamal Lewis passed fit for Norwich as Villa visit
The Canaries have plenty of other injury problems though.
Oct 4, 13:50
England manager Gareth Southgate during the press conference on October 3, 2019
Gareth Southgate will not "guarantee" any player game time
Leicester's James Maddison is yet to make his first appearance for England.
Oct 4, 09:38
Chelsea's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on September 14, 2019.
Tammy Abraham heading for England call-up
The Chelsea striker won two senior caps in friendlies against Germany and Brazil in November 2017.
Oct 2, 12:08
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 16, 2019
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Burnley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Burnley, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 26, 18:17
Tyrone Mings in action for Aston Villa on July 24, 2019
Tyrone Mings calls on Aston Villa players to be "braver"
Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings calls on his teammates to be "braver" following the club's difficult start to life back in the Premier League.
Sep 24, 22:06
Calum Chambers in action for Arsenal on July 28, 2019
Calum Chambers: 'Arsenal cannot keep relying on Aubameyang'
The Gunners striker hit his seventh goal in as many games this season against Aston Villa.
Sep 23, 11:07
Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates scoring their third goal on September 22, 2019
Ten-man Arsenal produce stunning comeback to beat strugglers Aston Villa
Ten-man Arsenal score twice in the final 10 minutes to beat strugglers Aston Villa 3-2 and pick up their third win of the new season at the Emirates Stadium.
Sep 22, 17:43
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates with Sead Kolasinac after scoring during the Premier League game between Watford and Arsenal on September 15, 2019
Preview:Arsenal vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League fixture between Arsenal and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Sep 21, 09:07
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 16, 2019
Dean Smith predicts "another chess match" against Unai Emery
Villa go to Arsenal on Sunday, with Smith having studied Emery.
Sep 20, 13:52
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 16, 2019
Dean Smith: 'I'm not worried by Aston Villa's lack of goals'
There were 13 new arrivals at Villa Park over the summer.
Sep 17, 11:57
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates winning the Serie A with Juventus on May 19, 2019
News Extra: Ronaldo 'more complete', Mou backs Lampard, Newcastle budget
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Gonzalo Higuain's praise for Cristiano Ronaldo, Jose Mourinho's comments on Frank Lampard and a budget backing for Steve Bruce.
Sep 17, 10:47
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