Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Jurgen Klopp expecting hostile reception for Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp warns Virgil van Dijk to expect a hostile reception when he returns to face former club Southampton at St Mary's.
Feb 9, 15:30
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I am totally committed to Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reiterates his commitment to the club despite persistent speculation over his future.
Feb 9, 15:17
Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Everton on February 3, 2018
Henrikh Mkhitaryan "very happy" with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reunion
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan describes Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as the "best teammate" he has ever had and is delighted to have been reunited with the striker.
Feb 9, 15:03
Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Everton on February 3, 2018
Henrikh Mkhitaryan: 'No excuses for Manchester United spell'
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan refuses to blame anyone other than himself for his underwhelming spell at Manchester United.
Feb 9, 14:53
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'I have no problem with Paul Pogba'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho insists that there is no problem between himself and Paul Pogba, nor confusion over his best role in the team.
Feb 9, 14:43
Alexis Sanchez in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United on January 31, 2018
Jose Mourinho: 'Alexis Sanchez, Ander Herrera not distracted by legal cases'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho suggests that both Alexis Sanchez and Ander Herrera are available for the weekend despite facing legal cases in Spain.
Feb 9, 14:31
Manchester United's Luke Shaw during the Champions League match against CSKA Moscow on December 5, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Luke Shaw will be offered new contract'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho confirms that Luke Shaw will be offered a new contract at the club, despite making only six league starts this season.
Feb 9, 14:20
Riyad Mahrez celebrates grabbing the equaliser during the Premier League game between Leicester City and West Bromwich Albion on October 16, 2017
Riyad Mahrez returns to Leicester City training
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez returns to training for the first time since seeing his proposed move to Manchester City break down on deadline day.
Feb 9, 14:11
Harry Kane celebrates scoring the opener during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Harry Kane's record vs. Arsenal
Ahead of Saturday's North London derby at Wembley, Sports Mole looks at Harry Kane's previous goalscoring record for Tottenham Hotspur against Arsenal.
Feb 9, 11:34
Shkodran Mustafi celebrates opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur on November 18, 2017
This weekend's biggest games in world football
Sports Mole rounds up the weekend's biggest, best and most important matches from across the world, including the North London and Second City derbies.
Feb 9, 07:00
Shkodran Mustafi celebrates opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur on November 18, 2017
Combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole selects a strongest combined XI from Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal ahead of Saturday's North London derby at Wembley.
Feb 8, 16:55
Dani Carvajal in action for Real Madrid in May 2016
Dani Carvajal Champions League ban upheld by UEFA
Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal will miss the first leg of the Champion League tie with PSG as UEFA upholds his extended two-game ban for a deliberate booking.
Feb 6, 19:04
Mauricio Pochettino keeps it casual during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino praises "brave" Anfield officials
Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino reiterates his praise for the "brave" officials who awarded his side two controversial penalties in their 2-2 draw at Anfield.
Feb 6, 18:51
Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Wilfried Zaha facing spell out with knee injury?
Crystal Palace reportedly fear that winger Wilfried Zaha will add to their growing injury list after picking up a knee problem during their 1-1 draw with Newcastle.
Feb 6, 18:41
Mauricio Pochettino gives instructions during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on October 28, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur do not need trophies'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says that he is "not obsessed" with winning trophies and does not think the club needs a trophy to signal their progress.
Feb 6, 18:29
Gary Cahill in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'Players must take blame for abysmal display'
Chelsea captain Gary Cahill insists that the players, rather than manager Antonio Conte, are to blame for the "abysmal" performance in the 4-1 defeat to Watford.
Feb 6, 18:17
Patrice Evra kicks a Marseille fan in the face ahead of his side's Europa League clash on November 2, 2017
West Ham United 'to sign Patrice Evra on free transfer'
West Ham United are reportedly on the verge of signing former Manchester United full-back Patrice Evra on a free transfer after he was sacked for kicking a fan.
Feb 6, 18:06
Neymar in action during the international friendly between Japan and Brazil on November 10, 2017
Ronaldo: 'Neymar close to winning Ballon d'Or'
Brazilian legend Ronaldo believes that Neymar is getting "closer and closer" to breaking the Ballon d'Or dominance of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Feb 6, 17:54
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte gives Chelsea players three days off after Watford defeat
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gives his players three days off in the wake of their 4-1 defeat at the hands of Watford.
Feb 6, 17:42
Harry Kane chats to Mauricio Pochettino during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Harry Kane so happy at Tottenham Hotspur'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino insists that Harry Kane is "so happy" at the club, but admits he cannot give assurances over his long-term future.
Feb 6, 17:29
Stefan de Vrij during the Serie A match between Bologna and Lazio on October 25, 2017
Manchester United, Chelsea 'join Liverpool in Stefan de Vrij race'
Manchester United and Chelsea reportedly join Premier League rivals Liverpool in the race to sign Lazio defender Stefan de Vrij.
Feb 6, 17:17
Manchester City full-back Benjamin Mendy in action during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Benjamin Mendy 'steps up recovery from knee injury'
Long-term Manchester City absentee Benjamin Mendy is expected to return to training next month and could be back playing in time for the Champions League quarter-finals.
Feb 6, 17:06
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Arsenal waiting on Petr Cech injury ahead of North London derby
Arsenal are reportedly still hopeful that goalkeeper Petr Cech may recover from a calf injury in time to feature in their North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur.
Feb 6, 16:56
A general shot of the new Main Stand at Anfield ahead of Liverpool's Premier League clash with Watford on November 6, 2016
Liverpool complete Anderson Arroyo signing
Liverpool complete the signing of 18-year-old Colombian full-back Anderson Arroyo, although he will spend the next 18 months on loan at Mallorca.
Feb 6, 16:47
Jose Mourinho shouts during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal 'told to pay £97m for Leon Bailey'
Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal are reportedly told that it will take a bid of £97m to prise Leon Bailey away from Bayer Leverkusen.
Feb 6, 16:40
David Moyes celebrates during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and West Ham United on January 13, 2018
West Ham United "categorically refute" David Moyes exit reports
West Ham release a statement in which they "categorically refute" reports that manager David Moyes will leave the club at the end of the season, regardless of relegation.
Feb 6, 16:29
Riyad Mahrez in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Riyad Mahrez 'absent from Leicester City training again'
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez reportedly misses training for the fourth time since failing to secure a move away from the club on transfer deadline day.
Feb 6, 16:18
Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Antonio Conte 'to remain Chelsea manager after Watford defeat'
Chelsea reportedly decide to keep faith with underfire manager Antonio Conte, despite back-to-back three-goal defeats at the hands of Bournemouth and Watford.
Feb 6, 16:08
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Italy concede defeat in Antonio Conte chase
The Italian Football Federation announces that Antonio Conte is no longer in the running for the national team job, despite speculation over his future at Chelsea.
Feb 6, 10:02
Daniele Rugani pictured in January 2017
Daniele Rugani agent reveals Arsenal interest
The agent of Juventus defender Daniele Rugani reveals that Arsenal are interested in his client, but did not "launch any assaults" during the January window.
Feb 6, 09:51
Aaron Ramsey models his new haircut during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Arsenal on January 14, 2018
Arsenal 'open contract talks with Aaron Ramsey'
Arsenal reportedly open talks with Aaron Ramsey over extending his stay at the club, with the Welshman having just 18 months remaining on his current deal.
Feb 6, 09:40
Mathieu Debuchy in action for Arsenal in the EFL Cup on Dec 19, 2017
Mathieu Debuchy: 'Arsene Wenger blocked Manchester United move'
Former Arsenal defender Mathieu Debuchy admits that he was "angry" with Arsene Wenger for turning down an approach from Manchester United.
Feb 6, 09:29
Mauro Icardi in action for Inter Milan in September 2017
Manchester United 'handed boost in Mauro Icardi pursuit'
Manchester United are reportedly handed a boost in their pursuit of Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi after Real Madrid decided against a move in the January window.
Feb 6, 09:21
Karim Benzema in action for Real Madrid in October 2017
Manchester United, Tottenham, Arsenal 'offered Karim Benzema by Real Madrid'
Real Madrid reportedly offer striker Karim Benzema to Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal and Juventus.
Feb 6, 09:10
Jose Mourinho watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley on December 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Manchester United do not need more attacking players'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho seemingly rules out any more attacking additions in the summer, despite being linked with Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Feb 5, 10:00
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Burton Albion on September 20, 2017
Marcus Rashford to leave Manchester United if Justin Kluivert signs?
A report claims that Manchester United's apparent pursuit of Ajax forward Justin Kluivert could leave Marcus Rashford's future at the club in doubt.
Feb 5, 09:51
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Arsenal 'eyeing move for Andrija Zivkovic'
Arsenal are reportedly considering a summer approach for highly-rated Benfica winger Andrija Zivkovic.
Feb 5, 09:39
Jose Mourinho reacts as Mauricio Pellegrino watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Justin Kluivert rules out Manchester United move "for now"
Ajax striker Justin Kluivert rules out a move to Manchester United "for now", despite reports that the club were in advanced talks over a £10m deal.
Feb 5, 09:27
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Christian Pulisic reacts to a missed chance during his side's Champions League Group H clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley on September 13, 2017
Manchester United 'to rival Liverpool for Christian Pulisic'
Manchester United are reportedly ready to battle Premier League rivals Liverpool in the race to sign Borussia Dortmund youngster Christian Pulisic.
Feb 5, 09:17
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Philadelphia Eagles beat New England Patriots to win Super Bowl LII
The Philadelphia Eagles win their first ever NFL championship courtesy of a record-breaking and remarkable 41-33 victory over the New England Patriots.
Feb 5, 09:04
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