Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the friendly game between England and Costa Rica on June 7, 2018
England end World Cup preparations with win over Costa Rica
England end their World Cup preparations in winning fashion courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Costa Rica at Elland Road.
Jun 7, 20:53
 Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the friendly game between England and Costa Rica on June 7, 2018
Live Commentary: England 2-0 Costa Rica - as it happened
Relive England's 2-0 win over Costa Rica as goals from Marcus Rashford and Danny Welbeck send the Three Lions off to the World Cup in winning fashion.
Jun 7, 18:00
 The Nigerian team lines up ahead of the World Cup warm-up match with England at Wembley on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Nigeria
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Nigeria's hopes as the only African team to have qualified for both the 2014 and 2018 tournaments.
Jun 7, 15:51
 The Egyptian team lines up ahead of their international friendly with Kuwait in May 2018
World Cup preview: Egypt
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole looks at Egypt's chances as they gear up for their first taste of the competition for 28 years.
Jun 7, 15:05
 Jorginho in action for Napoli on October 21, 2017
Manchester City move for Jorginho in doubt?
Manchester City's hopes of signing Jorginho from Napoli reportedly take a blow as the Italian outfit turn down the chance to sign Oleksandr Zinchenko as part of the deal.
Jun 7, 14:00
 Stoke City's Xherdan Shaqiri applauds their fans after the match against Swansea City on May 13, 2018
Gary Rowett opens door for Xherdan Shaqiri exit
Stoke City manager Gary Rowett confirms that Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur target Xherdan Shaqiri is free to leave the club, but only if a suitable offer arrives.
Jun 7, 13:48
 Guti in action for Real Madrid in July 2009
Murcia president: 'Guti will take over at Real Madrid'
The president of Real Murcia seemingly confirms that Guti will replace Zinedine Zidane as manager of Real Madrid.
Jun 7, 13:38
 Nick Pope during an England training session on May 22, 2018
Nick Pope to be handed England debut against Costa Rica?
England manager Gareth Southgate will reportedly hand a debut to Nick Pope during his side's World Cup warm-up match with Costa Rica.
Jun 7, 13:23
 Lazio's Felipe Anderson celebrates scoring their second goal against Dynamo Kiev on March 8, 2018
West Ham United 'closing in on Felipe Anderson deal'
West Ham United are reportedly on the verge of completing a £26.5m deal to sign Lazio striker Felipe Anderson, who has also been linked with Leicester and Southampton.
Jun 7, 13:13
 The Panama team lines up ahead of their World Cup warm-up game with Northern Ireland in May 2018
World Cup preview: Panama
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of tournament debutants Panama, who have been drawn in a group alongside Belgium and England.
Jun 7, 13:00
 Juan Martin del Potro in action during his French Open quarter-final match on June 7, 2018
Juan Martin del Potro books semi-final spot at French Open
Juan Martin del Potro sets up a semi-final showdown with Rafael Nadal at the French Open courtesy of a four-set victory over Marin Cilic.
Jun 7, 12:52
 Mousa Dembele in action for Tottenham Hotspur on April 30, 2018
Tottenham Hotspur 'demanding £30m for Mousa Dembele'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly unwilling to sell Mousa Dembele for less than £30m this summer, despite four Italian clubs refusing to meet that valuation.
Jun 7, 12:45
 Patrick Vieira pictured during his time in charge of Manchester City's Under-21 team in October 2015
Patrick Vieira confirms Arsenal talks
New York City FC boss and former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira confirms that the Gunners spoke to him during their search for a new manager.
Jun 7, 12:32
 Didier N'Dong in action for Sunderland on August 16, 2017
Torino 'agree fee with Sunderland for Didier N'Dong'
Sunderland reportedly agree a £6.6m fee with Torino for midfielder Didier N'Dong, although the player is still thought to be holding out for a Premier League club.
Jun 7, 12:24
 Eden Hazard in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Eden Hazard 'supporting Egypt at World Cup for Mohamed Salah'
Chelsea and Belgium winger Eden Hazard says that he will be supporting Egypt at this summer's World Cup due to his friendship with Mohamed Salah.
Jun 7, 12:12
 Mesut Ozil in action for Germany against Austria on June 2, 2018
Mesut Ozil doubtful for World Cup?
Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil is reportedly a major doubt for this summer's World Cup after picking up a knee injury during a warm-up friendly against Austria.
Jun 7, 11:57
 Rafael Nadal at the 2018 French Open
Rafael Nadal survives scare to reach semi-finals at French Open
Defending champion Rafael Nadal battles back from behind to beat Diego Schwartzman in four sets and reach the semi-finals of the French Open.
Jun 7, 11:54
 Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Premier League confirms Amazon broadcasting deal
The Premier League confirms that Amazon has been awarded the rights to show 20 matches per season for three seasons, starting in 2019-20.
Jun 7, 11:12
 Ovie Ejaria in action for Liverpool in July 2016
Ovie Ejaria signs new Liverpool deal, joins Rangers on loan
Liverpool confirm that Ovie Ejaria has signed a new long-term contract with the club and will join Rangers on loan for the 2018-19 season.
Jun 7, 11:09
 Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann celebrates after scoring the 2018 Europa League final on May 16, 2018
Lionel Messi urges Antoine Griezmann to join Barcelona
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi backs the club's pursuit of Antoine Griezmann and urges the Atletico Madrid striker to move to Camp Nou.
Jun 7, 11:07
 The Colombian team lines up prior to their international friendly with France in March 2018
World Cup preview: Colombia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Colombia's chances as they look to build on their best-ever showing in Brazil four years ago.
Jun 7, 11:00
 The Russian team poses ahead of their international friendly with Turkey in June 2018
World Cup preview: Russia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the host nation's chances of success at their own tournament.
Jun 7, 09:11
 Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne in action during a Champions League clash with Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on April 10, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne defends Pep Guardiola over Yaya Toure racism claims
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne insists that he has seen no evidence of discrimination from manager Pep Guardiola following allegations by Yaya Toure.
Jun 6, 09:35
 A generic shot of the outside of Villa Park, home of Aston Villa
Aston Villa facing administration?
Aston Villa are reportedly facing the prospect of going into administration due to a winding-up order from HMRC.
Jun 6, 09:23
 Moses Simon in action for Gent in November 2016
Liverpool 'eye £10m Moses Simon swoop'
Liverpool are reportedly considering a £10m approach for Nigeria international and Gent winger Moses Simon this summer.
Jun 6, 09:01
 West Bromwich Albion striker Salomon Rondon in action during a Premier League clash with Liverpool in April 2018
Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur 'want £16m Salomon Rondon'
Top-four rivals Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly both interested in signing West Bromwich Albion striker Salomon Rondon, while West Ham have also been linked.
Jun 6, 08:49
 Gelson Martins in training for Sporting Lisbon on October 30, 2017
Arsenal 'could sign £60m-rated Gelson Martins for free'
Arsenal are reportedly leading the race to sign Sporting Lisbon winger Gelson Martins, and could land the £60m-rated Portugal international on a free transfer.
Jun 6, 08:34
 Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanic in action during a Champions League match against Sporting Lisbon in September 2017
Juventus 'reject Manchester City bid for Miralem Pjanic'
Juventus reportedly reject a €50m (£43.7m) offer from Manchester City for playmaker Miralem Pjanic as Pep Guardiola considers alternatives to Jorginho.
Jun 6, 08:23
 Manchester United winger Anthony Martial in action during a Premier League clash with Stoke City in January 2018
Tottenham Hotspur 'step up Anthony Martial pursuit'
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly increase their efforts to sign Anthony Martial after making the Manchester United winger one of their primary transfer targets.
Jun 6, 08:11
 Steven Bergwijn in action for PSV in November 2016
Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur 'to battle for Steven Bergwijn'
Arsenal reportedly join the race to sign PSV Eindhoven winger Steven Bergwijn, who has also been linked with the likes of Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur.
Jun 4, 09:04
 Porto's Diogo Dalot comes up against James Milner of Liverpool in the Champions League on March 6, 2018
Diogo Dalot 'arrives in England ahead of Manchester United move'
Porto defender Diogo Dalot reportedly arrives in England to complete his proposed transfer to Manchester United in a deal worth a reported £19m.
Jun 4, 08:51
 Mateo Kovacic celebrates after winning the Champions League final with Real Madrid on May 26, 2018
Manchester United 'enter race for Mateo Kovacic'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reportedly identifies Real Madrid's Mateo Kovacic as a potential transfer target as he looks to bolster his midfield options.
Jun 4, 08:41
 Graham Potter leads an Ostersunds training session on February 21, 2018
Swansea City 'reach agreement with Graham Potter'
Swansea City are reportedly expected to appoint Ostersunds FK boss Graham Potter as their new manager this week after agreeing terms with the Englishman.
Jun 4, 08:32
 Alisson Becker in action for Roma on January 21, 2018
Alisson 'to reject Liverpool for Real Madrid'
Roma goalkeeper Alisson is reportedly ready to reject the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain in favour of a move to Real Madrid.
Jun 4, 08:22
 Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring in the Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Manchester United 'consider Paul Pogba, Gareth Bale swap'
Manchester United are reportedly considering offering Paul Pogba plus cash in a swap deal for Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale.
Jun 4, 08:09
 England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in action during the international friendly with Nigeria at Wembley on June 2, 2018
Jordan Pickford unsure of World Cup role
England and Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford admits that he is still not sure whether he will be chosen as the team's number one for the upcoming World Cup.
Jun 3, 22:01
 England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during the international friendly against Netherlands on March 23, 2018
Gareth Southgate refuses to reveal England number one
England manager Gareth Southgate refuses to reveal his number one goalkeeper for this summer's World Cup, but praises Jordan Pickford's display against Nigeria.
Jun 3, 21:49
 Santi Cazorla in training with Arsenal in October 2016
Santi Cazorla training with Alaves
Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla is training with the youth team of Alaves in a bid to improve his fitness ahead of the 2018-19 season.
Jun 3, 21:42
 England and Manchester City defender John Stones warms up before an international friendly with Nigeria at Wembley on June 2, 2018
Roberto Martinez tips John Stones for "big future"
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez backs Manchester City defender John Stones to enjoy a "big future" in the game, having previously managed him at Everton.
Jun 3, 21:22
 Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic watches on during his side's international friendly with Brazil at Anfield on June 3, 2018
Zlatko Dalic looking to learn from Brazil defeat
Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic urges his side to learn from their 2-0 defeat to Brazil in their penultimate World Cup warm-up match.
Jun 3, 21:09
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