Sadio Mane celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
How Liverpool could line up against Sheffield United
Sports Mole looks at how Liverpool could line up for Saturday's early Premier League kickoff against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.
Sep 26, 15:49
Liverpool celebrate Roberto Firmino's goal against Chelsea in the Premier League on September 22, 2019.
Preview:Sheffield United vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League showdown between Sheffield United and leaders Liverpool, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Sep 26, 15:10
Unimpressed Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured on April 21, 2019
News Extra: United 'next title in 2022', Bellerin raring to go, Poch 'being let down'
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Manchester United's owners title expectations, Hector Bellerin's desire to return to full action and Ben Davies's admission about Spurs' recent performances.
Sep 26, 14:16
FC Barcelona's Lionel Messi speaks after winning the Best FIFA Men's player award on September 23, 2019
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi: 'Cristiano Ronaldo rivalry is not personal'
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says that the rivalry between himself and Juventus attacker Cristiano Ronaldo is 'not personal'.
Sep 24, 19:28
Juventus striker Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Torino on May 3, 2019
FIFA 'angry' at Cristiano Ronaldo awards snub
FIFA is reportedly left 'angered' after Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo failed to attend The Best FIFA Player Awards on Monday night.
Sep 24, 19:14
Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
The Best FIFA awards: Who has made the shortlists?
The winners will be revealed in Milan on Monday.
Sep 22, 11:22
Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Virgil van Dijk looking to topple Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo at FIFA awards
The Liverpool defender pipped Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to the UEFA player of the year award last month.
Sep 22, 11:16
Sadio Mane celebrates his side's second with Roberto Firmino during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Combined XI: Chelsea vs Liverpool
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League showdown between Chelsea and Liverpool, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from the two squads.
Sep 21, 09:48
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on September 14, 2019
Jurgen Klopp: 'The goals against us have been strange'
In five matches this season they have scored 15 goals and conceded five in the Premier League.
Sep 20, 11:11
Sadio Mane celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Liverpool to make Sadio Mane highest-paid player?
Liverpool open fresh contract discussions with key attacker Sadio Mane, according to a report.
Sep 20, 08:26
Big Harry Maguire in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Chelsea on August 11, 2019
Nemanja Vidic tips Harry Maguire to shine at Manchester United
Former Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic tips Harry Maguire to prove himself a "good signing" following his world-record £80m summer arrival from Leicester.
Sep 19, 18:52
Mohamed Salah in action for Liverpool on September 17, 2019
News Extra: Higuain kicks out, "Phenomenal" Liverpool, Motherwell teen in demand
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Gonzalo Higuain's training strop, Ian Holloway's praise for Liverpool and the Motherwell teen wanted by seven English sides.
Sep 19, 16:23
Napoli's Dries Mertens in action with Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk and Adrian on September 17, 2019
Virgil van Dijk denies contract talks with Liverpool
Netherlands international Virgil van Dijk insists that he has not held talks with Liverpool over a new contract.
Sep 18, 12:59
Aleksandr Golovin in action for CSKA Moscow in the Europa League on April 5, 2018
News Extra: Golovin on Chelsea snub, Sarri-Conte 'spat', Van Dijk "world-class"
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Aleksandr Golovin's comments on his failed Chelsea move, a growing spat between Antonio Conte and Maurizio Sarri - plus Jurgen Klopp's latest praise for Virgil van Dijk.
Sep 18, 12:57
Big Harry Maguire in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Chelsea on August 11, 2019
Manchester City 'refusing to pay over the odds for new signings'
Manchester City reportedly refused to meet the asking prices of Southampton and Leicester City for Virgil van Dijk and Harry Maguire.
Sep 18, 08:51
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured on September 14, 2019
Jurgen Klopp questions penalty decision in Liverpool defeat
Napoli went on to win the Champions League clash 2-0 after Dries Mertens scored from the spot.
Sep 17, 23:37
Napoli's Dries Mertens celebrates scoring their first goal with team mates on September 17, 2019
Liverpool begin Champions League defence with late defeat in Naples
Liverpool's opening match of their Champions League defence ends in defeat as Napoli run out 2-0 winners in their Group E encounter at the Stadio San Paolo.
Sep 17, 20:57
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah in action with Napoli's Mario Rui on September 17, 2019
Live Commentary: Napoli 2-0 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Napoli's 2-0 win over Liverpool as late goals from Dries Mertens and Fernando Llorente ensure the visitors' defence of the Champions League title begins in defeat.
Sep 17, 18:55
Carlo Ancelotti in charge of Napoli on August 4, 2018
In Focus: Liverpool's Champions League opponents Napoli
The Partenopei have finished runners up in Italy in three of the last four seasons.
Sep 16, 11:41
Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Monday Papers: Virgil van Dijk, Toni Kroos, Christian Eriksen
Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk and boss Jurgen Klopp are reported targets for Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Sep 16, 05:28
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates on August 17, 2019
Jurgen Klopp 'wanted by Real Madrid, Barcelona'
La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona both want Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, according to a report.
Sep 15, 20:58
Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Real Madrid, Barcelona 'want Virgil van Dijk'
Real Madrid and Barcelona both want to sign Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk, according to a report.
Sep 15, 20:40
Sadio Mane celebrates his side's second with Roberto Firmino during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Player Ratings: Roberto Firmino, Sadio Mane shine in Liverpool win
Sports Mole looks at how Liverpool's players performed during their 3-1 victory over Newcastle United at Anfield, with Roberto Firmino starring from the bench.
Sep 14, 14:10
Sadio Mane celebrates his side's second with Roberto Firmino during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Newcastle United on September 14, 2019
Record-breaking Liverpool march on with victory over Newcastle United
Liverpool make it five wins from five this season and 14 top-flight victories in a row with a come-from-behind 3-1 triumph over Newcastle United at Anfield.
Sep 14, 13:22
Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce on August 31, 2019
Steve Bruce regrets missing out on Virgil van Dijk at Hull
Newcastle boss is preparing to face Liverpool.
Sep 13, 21:30
Roberto Firmino celebrates with Mohamed Salah after scoring during the Premier League game between Burnley and Liverpool on August 31, 2019
How Liverpool could line up against Newcastle United
Sports Mole looks at how Liverpool could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at Anfield.
Sep 13, 07:27
Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates scoring with Jordan Henderson during the Premier League game between Burnley and Liverpool on August 31, 2019
Preview:Liverpool vs. Newcastle United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Newcastle United, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Sep 13, 06:46
Virgil Van Dijk in action for Liverpool on April 17, 2019
Virgil van Dijk fires warning to Liverpool title rivals
Virgil van Dijk warns any potential Premier League title rivals that Liverpool are determined not to slip up again and are aiming to win every game.
Sep 11, 22:51
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Newcastle on May 4, 2019
Vincent Kompany hails Virgil van Dijk as Premier League's best-ever centre-back
Manchester City legend Vincent Kompany declares Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk as the Premier League's greatest-ever centre-back, ahead of John Terry and Rio Ferdinand.
Sep 11, 19:39
Vincent Kompany is unveiled as Anderlecht manager on June 25, 2019
Vincent Kompany to miss his own testimonial through injury
The 33-year-old former Manchester City skipper has a hamstring problem.
Sep 11, 15:21
Sepp van den Berg appears before Liverpool's friendly at Tranmere Rovers on July 11, 2019
Liverpool's Sepp van den Berg looking to learn from Virgil van Dijk?
Young Liverpool defender Sepp van den Berg is reportedly looking to learn from first-team star and fellow Dutchman Virgil van Dijk.
Sep 10, 23:01
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Newcastle on May 4, 2019
Sergio Ramos backs Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk for Ballon D'Or
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos believes that Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk would be a worthy winner of this year's Ballon D'Or.
Sep 10, 22:29
Barcelona GOAT Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring during the Champions League semi-final against Liverpool on May 1, 2019
Football rumours from the media
Lionel Messi, Paul Pogba and Virgil Van Dijk are among the players making headlines today.
Sep 9, 06:42
Virgil Van Dijk in action for Liverpool on April 17, 2019
Liverpool 'deny Virgil van Dijk contract talks'
Liverpool are not opening contract talks with Virgil van Dijk despite recent speculation, according to a report.
Sep 8, 19:26
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Newcastle on May 4, 2019
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk agrees new six-year deal?
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk reportedly agrees to pen a new six-year contract at the Champions League winners.
Sep 8, 11:10
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus on May 12, 2019
Friday's papers: Paulo Dybala, Christian Eriksen, Paul Pogba
Dybala, Eriksen and Giroud are being talked about in Friday's papers.
Sep 6, 05:40
Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk pictured on February 9, 2019
Jose Mourinho 'rejected chance to sign Virgil van Dijk for Manchester United'
Jose Mourinho told Manchester United not to bid for Virgil van Dijk in January 2018, according to a report.
Sep 5, 20:57
Self-proclaimed world's greatest defender Dejan Lovren basks in the Anfield glory during a match for Liverpool in May 2018
Dejan Lovren admits he wanted to leave Liverpool
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has admitted that he was keen to leave Anfield last month in a bid to play first-team football again.
Sep 4, 12:25
Netherlands's Matthijs de Ligt celebrates scoring against Germany in their Euro 2020 qualifier on March 24, 2019
Preview:Germany vs. Netherlands - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Euro 2020 qualifier between bitter international rivals Germany and Netherlands in Hamburg.
Sep 4, 11:41
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring against Newcastle on May 4, 2019
The Best FIFA awards: A look at the 2019 contenders
The PA news agency looks at the contenders for FIFA's player prizes, with the winners to be announced later this month.
Sep 2, 16:12
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