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Tributes flood in for Joost van der Westhuizen
Sports Mole rounds up some of the tributes paid to South African rugby legend Joost van der Westhuizen following his death at the age of 45.
Feb 6, 14:58
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Yakubu Aiyegbeni on trial with Coventry City
League One side Coventry City take former Everton and Middlesbrough striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni on trial.
Feb 6, 14:34
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
Lukasz Fabianski taking positives from Manchester City defeat
Swansea City goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski insists that his side should take confidence from their performance against Manchester City, despite falling to a late defeat.
Feb 6, 14:23
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Robbie Keane training with UAE side Al-Ahli
Former Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane, who is currently looking for a new side, is pictured training with UAE club Al-Ahli.
Feb 6, 14:11
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
Michael Keane: 'Burnley can beat Chelsea'
Burnley defender Michael Keane insists that his side can disrupt Chelsea's title charge by beating the runaway league leaders at Turf Moor.
Feb 6, 13:59
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
Paul Clement: 'Swansea City must beat Leicester City'
Swansea City manager Paul Clement declares his side's upcoming match with relegation rivals Leicester City a must-win game.
Feb 6, 13:46
Harry Kane celebrates scoring for Spurs on September 18, 2016
Harry Kane looking to open seven-point gap over Liverpool
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane challenges his side to build a seven-point gap over Liverpool with victory at Anfield on Saturday.
Feb 6, 13:36
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Kevin Pietersen hints at England return after Alastair Cook retirement
Kevin Pietersen calls for his own return to the England side following the resignation of Alastair Cook as Test captain.
Feb 6, 13:26
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Wilfredo Caballero hails "fantastic" Claudio Bravo
Manchester City goalkeeper Wilfredo Caballero praises the "fantastic" reaction of Claudio Bravo to losing his place in the side.
Feb 6, 13:16
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South Africa legend Joost van der Westhuizen dies, aged 45
Legendary former South Africa scrum-half Joost van der Westhuizen passes away at the age of 45 following a long battle with motor neurone disease.
Feb 6, 13:04
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Great Britain through to Davis Cup quarters after Canada disqualification
Great Britain progress into the Davis Cup quarter-finals after Canada's Denis Shapovalov is disqualified for hitting the ball into the face of the chair umpire.
Feb 5, 23:04
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Everton and Bournemouth on February 4, 2017
Romelu Lukaku determined to fulfill potential
Everton striker Romelu Lukaku insists that he is determined to fulfill his potential and will put in the hard work to ensure he does so.
Feb 5, 22:51
Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner is unimpressed on October 16, 2016
David Wagner defends celebration against Leeds United
Huddersfield manager David Wagner defends himself over the way he celebrated his side's late winner against Leeds in the Yorkshire derby at the John Smith's Stadium.
Feb 5, 22:35
Jose Mourinho and Claudio Ranieri greet each other prior to the game between Manchester United and Leicester City on September 24, 2016
Jose Mourinho defends under-fire Claudio Ranieri
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho defends under-fire Leicester City counterpart Claudio Ranieri, who is reportedly close to losing his job.
Feb 5, 22:24
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Joost van der Westhuizen condition improving in hospital
World Cup-winning former South Africa scrum-half Joost van der Westhuizen's condition is improving in hospital.
Feb 5, 22:13
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Henrikh Mkhitaryan: 'Zlatan Ibrahimovic can score 30-35 goals this season'
Manchester United winger Henrikh Mkhitaryan backs Zlatan Ibrahimovic to pass the 30-goal mark for the club this season.
Feb 5, 21:58
Sergio Aguero sits on the bench during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Pep Guardiola happy with "perfect" Sergio Aguero reaction
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola describes Sergio Aguero's reaction to losing his place in the side as "perfect".
Feb 5, 21:48
Leeds United manager Garry Monk on November 29, 2016
Garry Monk slams David Wagner celebrations
Leeds United manager Garry Monk criticises Huddersfield Town counterpart David Wagner for his celebrations following his side's late winner in the Yorkshire derby.
Feb 5, 21:33
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
Hakan Calhanoglu keen on summer move to Chelsea
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu reveals that he hopes to be a Chelsea player next season.
Feb 5, 21:15
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
Vincent Aboubakar stunner fires Cameroon to AFCON glory
Cameroon claim their fifth Africa Cup of Nations title courtesy of a dramatic come-from-behind 2-1 win over Egypt in the final in Gabon.
Feb 5, 20:53
Jose Mourinho watches on during the EFL Cup semi-final between Hull City and Manchester United on January 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho pleased with clinical Manchester United
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho praises his side's clinical finishing during their 3-0 victory over Leicester City.
Feb 5, 20:40
Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel in action during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on October 15, 2016
Kasper Schmeichel refuses to comment on rumoured Claudio Ranieri rift
Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel refuses to comment on speculation that manager Claudio Ranieri has fallen out with a number of his players.
Feb 5, 20:25
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George Kruis ruled out of Six Nations with knee injury
England lock George Kruis will miss the entire Six Nations campaign having been told that he needs surgery on knee ligament damage.
Feb 5, 20:14
Claudio Ranieri watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Leicester City on December 13, 2016
Claudio Ranieri still confident in misfiring Leicester City strikers
Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri insists that he remains confident in his strikers despite seeing his side fail to score for the fifth Premier League match in a row.
Feb 5, 20:03
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata is congratulated by manager Jose Mourinho during his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016
Jose Mourinho shrugs off suggestions of Juan Mata red
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho shrugs off suggestions that Juan Mata should have been shown a red card in the first half of his side's 3-0 win over Leicester.
Feb 5, 19:50
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
Kasper Schmeichel slams "embarrassing" Leicester City performances
Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel warns his side that they will risk relegation from the Premier League if they don't improve their "embarrassing" performances.
Feb 5, 19:35
Gabriel Jesus in action for Manchester City on January 21, 2017
Pep Guardiola "surprised" by Gabriel Jesus form
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admits that he has been "surprised" by how quickly Gabriel Jesus has adapted to the Premier League.
Feb 5, 19:24
Sergio Aguero sits on the bench during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Sergio Aguero: 'I will fight for Manchester City future'
Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero vows to fight for his place in the side having lost out to Gabriel Jesus for the last two Premier League games.
Feb 5, 19:13
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic reacts after scoring during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Manchester United cruise past Leicester City to close gap on top four
Manchester United close the gap on the top four to just two points courtesy of a convincing 3-0 victory over troubled champions Leicester City at the King Power Stadium.
Feb 5, 17:52
Jose Mourinho and Claudio Ranieri greet each other prior to the game between Manchester United and Leicester City on September 24, 2016
Live Commentary: Leicester City 0-3 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Manchester United's 3-0 win over Leicester City as Jose Mourinho's side move to within two points of the top four.
Feb 5, 15:00
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016
Aitor Karanka "confident" of avoiding relegation
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka insists that he is "confident" of avoiding relegation this season despite defeat to Tottenham leaving his side one point above danger.
Feb 4, 19:57
Harry Kane celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur on December 28, 2016
Harry Kane "delighted" with Tottenham Hotspur win over Middlesbrough
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is "delighted" with his side's 1-0 win over Middlesbrough having scored the only goal of the game at White Hart Lane.
Feb 4, 19:49
Harry Kane celebrates scoring for Spurs on September 18, 2016
Harry Kane fires Tottenham Hotspur past Middlesbrough
Harry Kane scores the only goal of the game as Tottenham Hotspur beat Middlesbrough 1-0 to close the gap on leaders Chelsea to nine points.
Feb 4, 19:24
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during his side's North London derby against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016
Live Commentary: Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Middlesbrough - as it happened
Relive Tottenham's 1-0 win over Middlesbrough as Harry Kane's penalty closes the gap on Premier League leaders Chelsea back to nine points.
Feb 4, 16:30
Gary 'can you hear the Chelsea sing?' Cahill celebrates with Diego Costa after scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
Gary Cahill happy with 'vital' win over Arsenal
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill talks up the importance of his side's 3-1 win over Arsenal, which sent the Blues 12 points clear at the top of the table.
Feb 4, 15:02
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on February 4, 2017
Eden Hazard: 'Chelsea deserved win over Arsenal'
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard insists that his side deserved their 3-1 win over Arsenal in their Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge.
Feb 4, 14:53
Eden Hazard is mobbed by teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on February 4, 2017
Chelsea ease past Arsenal to move 12 points clear
Chelsea cruise to a 3-1 win over Arsenal to move 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League table.
Feb 4, 14:26
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
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-1 Arsenal - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 3-1 win over Arsenal as the Blues move 12 points clear at the top of the table courtesy of goals from Marcos Alonso, Eden Hazard and Cesc Fabregas.
Feb 4, 11:00
Liverpool's James Milner celebrates after scoring during the Premier League clash between Liverpool and Hull City at Anfield on September 24, 2016
Preview:Hull City vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between a resurgent Hull City and an out-of-form Liverpool at the KCOM Stadium.
Feb 3, 12:47
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
Preview:Chelsea vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League London derby between leaders Chelsea and title hopefuls Arsenal.
Feb 2, 20:00
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