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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Sol Bamba delighted with "perfect" Cardiff City debut
Cardiff City defender Sol Bamba is delighted with his "perfect debut" for the club, having scored the winner in a man-of-the-match display against rivals Bristol City.Oct 14, 21:14
Nottingham Forest end winless run with victory over Birmingham City
Nottingham Forest end a seven-match winless streak with a 3-1 victory over in-form Birmingham City at the City Ground.Oct 14, 20:48
Neil Warnock gets off to winning start as Cardiff City manager
Neil Warnock gets off to a winning start as Cardiff City manager courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Bristol City in the Severnside derby.Oct 14, 20:44
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjose-mourinho_1.JPG "Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho before his side's Premier League match with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016")
Jose Mourinho calls for fans to be respectful when Man Utd visit Anfield
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho urges fans not to overshadow their upcoming clash with Liverpool by mocking tragedies suffered by either club.Oct 14, 19:59
John Park leaves role as Celtic head of football development
Scottish champions Celtic announce that John Park will leave his role as head of football development in order to focus on new challenges.Oct 14, 19:47
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fscott-dann_2.jpg "Crystal Palace defender Scott Dann goes down injured during the EFL Cup match against Southampton at St Mary's on September 21, 2016")
Alan Pardew: 'Scott Dann nearing return from injury'
Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew confirms that captain Scott Dann will miss this weekend's match against West Ham, but is nearing a return from injury.Oct 14, 19:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fmike-phelan.jpg "Mike Phelan watches on during the Premier League game between Hull City and Chelsea on October 1, 2016")
Markus Henriksen eyes mid-table finish for Hull City
Hull City midfielder Markus Henriksen claims that the club are capable of pushing for a mid-table finish under Mike Phelan.Oct 14, 19:13
Jamie Carragher unsure of long-term Daniel Sturridge future
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher admits that he is unsure whether Daniel Sturridge has a long-term future at the club under Jurgen Klopp.Oct 14, 18:53
Joey Barton hearing moved to November 17
Rangers midfielder Joey Barton's hearing into alleged betting offences is pushed back to November 17.Oct 14, 18:36
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Tony Bellew: 'I have to beat BJ Flores in style'
WBC cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew claims that only a knockout will suffice for him during his maiden title defence against BJ Flores.Oct 14, 18:22
Steve McClaren: 'Derby County were right to sack me'
Returning Derby County manager Steve McClaren admits that he never expected to be called back to the club and believes that they had "every right" to sack him initially.Oct 14, 18:12
Arsene Wenger: 'I can rely on Olivier Giroud'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praises Olivier Giroud's reliability in big games and his ability to overcome adversity.Oct 13, 21:59
Steve Bruce opens door for Gabriel Agbonlahor return
New Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce insists that former club captain Gabby Agbonlahor will have a clean slate following his arrival at Villa Park.Oct 13, 21:46
Serge Aurier to be investigated by FIFA over 'throat-slit gesture'
FIFA opens an investigation into PSG and Ivory Coast defender Serge Aurier after he appeared to making a throat-slitting gesture towards supporters.Oct 13, 21:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fjoe-hart_1.jpg "On-loan Torino goalkeeper Joe Hart shouts instructions to his defence during the Serie A match against Atalanta on September 11, 2016")
Joe Hart: 'I have moved on from Euro 2016 errors'
Torino and England goalkeeper Joe Hart insists that he has "moved on" from a disappointing summer that saw him make mistakes at Euro 2016 and depart Manchester City.Oct 13, 21:25
Diego Maradona names Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp as favourite manager
Argentina legend Diego Maradona names Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp as the manager he is most impressed by in world football.Oct 13, 21:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fvictor-wanyama-fernandinho.jpg "Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Victor Wanyama is challenged by Manchester City's Fernandinho during the Premier League clash between the two sides at White Hart Lane on October 2, 2016")
Victor Wanyama plays down Tottenham Hotspur title hopes
Tottenham midfielder Victor Wanyama insists that his side's win over Manchester City before the international break does not automatically make them title contenders.Oct 13, 21:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fmarcus-rashford_1.JPG "Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford in action for his side during their Premier League clash with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016")
Dwight Yorke: 'Marcus Rashford is like Andy Cole'
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke draws comparisons between Marcus Rashford and club legend Andy Cole.Oct 13, 20:56
David Haye backs Tyson Fury to return better than ever
David Haye backs Tyson Fury to bounce back from his personal problems and return to the ring better than ever.Oct 13, 20:47
Liverpool introduce £40,000 academy salary cap
Liverpool introduce a salary cap of £40,000 for academy players in the first year of a professional contract.Oct 13, 20:34
Gianni Infantino: 'World Cup expansion talks have been positive'
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says that initial talks over expanding the World Cup to as many as 48 teams have been "positive".Oct 13, 20:22
Dwight Yorke: 'Manchester derby is biggest game in English football'
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke believes that the derby against Manchester City is a bigger game than meetings with Liverpool now.Oct 13, 20:11
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F35%2Fpaul-pogba.jpg "Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United on August 19, 2016")
Paul Pogba: 'I would rather play in attacking midfield'
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba admits that he wants to play in a more attacking midfield role, but is willing to adapt his game for the good of the team.Oct 13, 20:01
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fkevin-de-bruyne.jpg "The delightful Kevin De Bruyne in action on September 17, 2016")
Kevin De Bruyne returns to Manchester City training
Manchester City playmaker Kevin De Bruyne returns to training following a hamstring injury, raising hopes that he could face Barcelona in the Champions League.Oct 13, 19:53
Timothy Fosu-Mensah on verge of new Manchester United deal
Manchester United defender Timothy Fosu-Mensah is expected to sign a new long-term contract at the club in the coming days.Oct 13, 19:44
Dwight Yorke wary of 'confident' Liverpool
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke admits that Jose Mourinho's side will face a difficult test away to Liverpool on Monday night.Oct 13, 19:35
Bob Bradley: 'I will be involved in transfers at Swansea City'
New Swansea City manager Bob Bradley reveals that he will be involved in determining which players the club looks to sign.Oct 13, 19:22
Ronald Koeman unhappy with Republic of Ireland over James McCarthy treatment
Everton manager Ronald Koeman claims that James McCarthy was "massively overloaded" by the Republic of Ireland during the international break.Oct 13, 19:15
Bob Bradley: 'Everyone will have fresh start at Swansea City'
New Swansea City manager Bob Bradley insists that his arrival at the Liberty Stadium means a "fresh start" for everyone at the club.Oct 13, 19:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F38%2Fronald-koeman.jpg "Everton manager Ronald Koeman on September 10, 2016")
Ronald Koeman impressed by Pep Guardiola's Manchester City
Everton manager Ronald Koeman admits that he has been impressed with the start Pep Guardiola has made to his time in charge of Manchester City.Oct 13, 18:56
Steve Bruce plays down Birmingham City past
New Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce plays down the importance of his previous spell at rivals Birmingham City.Oct 13, 18:44
Gordon Strachan 'to stay on as Scotland boss'
Scotland manager Gordon Strachan will reportedly remain in charge of the team for next month's World Cup qualifier against England amid speculation over his future.Oct 13, 18:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fjoe-allen.jpg "Stoke City midfielder Joe Allen runs with the ball during the Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on September 10, 2016")
Mark Hughes: 'Joe Allen compromised on Wales duty'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes suggests that he is unhappy with Wales's treatment of Joe Allen during the international break after the midfielder returned injured.Oct 13, 18:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Ftroy-deeney.jpg "Troy Deeney looks dejected during the Premier League game between Burnley and Watford on September 26, 2016")
Walter Mazzarri challenges Troy Deeney to prove international credentials
Watford manager Walter Mazzarri backs Troy Deeney to earn a place in the England squad if he keeps up his recent form at club level.Oct 13, 18:17
Steve Bruce: 'Aston Villa can still win promotion'
New Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce hails the club as one of the biggest in England and insists that they can still fight for promotion this season.Oct 13, 18:09
Diego Maradona, Juan Sebastian Veron clash in charity match
Argentina legend Diego Maradona clashes with compatriot Juan Sebastian Veron during a 'Match for Peace' charity game organised by Pope Francis.Oct 13, 15:00
Toni Kroos: 'Real Madrid deserve criticism'
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos defends "invaluable" manager Zinedine Zidane, but admits that the team's recent results have not been good enough.Oct 13, 14:47
Mesut Ozil "completely fit" for Swansea City clash
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger confirms that Mesut Ozil is "completely fit" to face Swansea City, despite being withdrawn at half time of Germany's win over Northern Ireland.Oct 13, 14:40
Javier Mascherano agrees new three-year Barcelona contract
Barcelona confirm that Javier Mascherano has agreed a new three-year deal with the club and will sign the contract extension on Monday.Oct 13, 14:31
David Seaman wants new Arsenal contract for Arsene Wenger
Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman says that he would be "delighted" to see Arsene Wenger extend his stay at the club beyond the end of the season.Oct 13, 14:23
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