John Terry, Rio Ferdinand
Rio Ferdinand backs an England win
Rio Ferdinand believes that England will grab a narrow victory over France in their Euro 2012 opener this afternoon.
Jun 11, 08:59
Huub Stevens
Schalke chase Premier League duo
Schalke head coach Huub Stevens wants to sign Premier League duo Rafael van der Vaart and Salomon Kalou.
Jun 11, 08:51
Laurent Blanc
Laurent Blanc: France not among Europe's elite
France manager Laurent Blanc claims that France are no longer one of Europe's elite, and shouldn't be considered favourites to get through the group stages.
Jun 11, 08:39
Christian Obodo
Nigeria international saved from kidnappers
Christian Obodo is successfully rescued from his kidnappers by Nigerian police.
Jun 11, 08:26
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Cooper Vuna cautious of Wales backlash
Australia winger Cooper Vuna expects a backlash from Wales in the second Test in Melbourne on Saturday.
Jun 11, 08:14
Nikica Jelavic
Live Commentary: Euro 2012: Republic of Ireland 1-3 Croatia - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the Republic of Ireland's opening Euro 2012 game as they face Croatia.
Jun 10, 17:58
Spain
Half-Time Report: Spain 0-0 Italy
Spain and Italy are locked at 0-0 in a game of few chances at Euro 2012 this afternoon.
Jun 10, 16:50
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Castleford Tigers 34-30 Salford City Reds
Castleford Tigers produce a late comeback to beat Salford City Reds 34-30.
Jun 10, 16:22
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Wakefield Wildcats 32-30 Hull FC
Wakefield Wilcats beat Hull FC 32-30 in an entertaining Super League match.
Jun 10, 16:22
Roberto Di Matteo
Roberto Di Matteo set to be named Chelsea boss
Roberto Di Matteo is set to be named as the permanent Chelsea boss within the next 24 hours, according to reports.
Jun 10, 15:48
Fernando Torres
Team News: Mario Balotelli starts, Fernando Torres misses out
Spain fail to name a recognised striker in their starting XI against Italy while Mario Balotelli starts for the Azzurri.
Jun 10, 15:09
Usain Bolt
Usain Bolt in car crash
100m world-record holder Usain Bolt is reportedly involved in a minor road accident, but is unharmed.
Jun 10, 14:59
Warsaw Stadium
Theodor Gebre Selassie: 'I heard racist chants'
Czech Republic defender Theodor Gebre Selassie confirms that he heard monkey chants during his side's 4-1 loss to Russia, but claims that he has experienced "much worse".
Jun 10, 14:45
Steven Gerrard
Steven Gerrard makes racism promise
England captain Steven Gerrard vows to support any teammates who are sujected to racist abuse throughout Euro 2012.
Jun 10, 14:26
Mohamed Diame
Liverpool to sign Mohamed Diame
Liverpool reportedly agree to sign Mohamed Diame on a free transfer when his Wigan contract runs out on July 1.
Jun 7, 13:59
Chris Hughton
Norwich City confirm Chris Hughton as new manager
Norwich City confirm that Chris Hughton will be their new manager following the departure of Paul Lambert.
Jun 7, 13:35
Stewart Downing
Stewart Downing: We don't fear France
England winger Stewart Downing claims that his side are confident that they can beat France in their Euro 2012 opener on June 11.
Jun 7, 13:16
Joe Hart
Joe Hart: "We want to make people proud"
Joe Hart denies that England are going into Euro 2012 with low expectations, saying that they want to "make people proud".
Jun 7, 13:03
Philipp Lahm
Philipp Lahm: Cristiano Ronaldo is a "complete player"
Germany captain Philipp Lahm heaps praise upon Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the the Euro 2012 match between the two sides.
Jun 7, 12:50
Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger backs France to surprise
Arsene Wenger tips France to be the surprise package at this summer's European Championships.
Jun 7, 12:35
Ken Bates
Ken Bates hit by £10,000 harassment charge
Leeds chairman Ken Bates is ordered to pay £10,000 to a former director after being sued for harassment.
Jun 7, 12:24
Laurent Blanc
Laurent Blanc surprised by Rio Ferdinand omission
France boss Laurent Blanc is surprised by Roy Hodgson's decision not to take Rio Ferdinand to Euro 2012.
Jun 7, 12:07
Chris Hughton
Norwich City to hold press conference
Norwich call a press conference for 2.30pm today, where they are expected to confirm Chris Hughton as their new manager.
Jun 7, 11:49
Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo unfazed by 'group of death'
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo insists that his side are more than capable of progressing from Euro 2012's 'group of death'.
Jun 7, 11:31
Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger: England must avoid defeat
Arsene Wenger believes that England will be as good as out of Euro 2012 if they lose to France in their opening match on June 11.
Jun 7, 11:16
Steven Gerrard
Steven Gerrard happy with Belgium test
England skipper Steven Gerrard believes that his side's friendly win over Belgium was an important test ahead of Euro 2012.
Jun 3, 14:11
Dominika Cibulkova
Victoria Azarenka crashes out of French Open
World number one Victoria Azarenka is eliminated from the French Open after a straight-sets loss to Dominikia Cibulkova.
Jun 3, 13:30
Dirk Kuyt
Dirk Kuyt agrees Fenerbache move
Dirk Kuyt signs a three-year contract with Turkish side Fenerbache in a deal worth £1million.
Jun 3, 13:07
Shane Williams
Shane Williams backs Wales in Australia
Wales legend Shane Williams backs the new breed of Welsh players to make an impact during their summer tour of Australia.
Jun 3, 12:17
Xavi
Xavi: Euros harder than World Cup
Spain playmaker Xavi believes that the European Championships are harder to win than the World Cup.
Jun 3, 12:03
John O'Shea
John O'Shea confirms Euro fitness
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea confirms that he will be fit for Euro 2012.
Jun 3, 11:48
Jermain Defoe
Jermain Defoe hopeful of Euro impact
England striker Jermain Defoe is hopeful of making an impact at the upcoming European Championships.
Jun 3, 11:33
Grant Holt and Maynor Figueroa
West Ham make Holt bid
Newly-promoted West Ham United make a £4million bid for Norwich striker Grant Holt, according to reports.
Jun 3, 11:04
Eden Hazard
Roy Hodgson: Liverpool could've signed Eden Hazard
England boss Roy Hodgson reveals that he scouted Eden Hazard when in charge of Liverpool.
Jun 1, 16:59
Cesc Fabregas
Cesc Fabregas confident over Euro 2012 fitness
Cesc Fabregas is confident that he will be fit to play in Spain's opening Euro 2012 match against Italy on June 10.
Jun 1, 16:49
Brendan Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers looking to emulate past managers
New Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers hopes that one day his achievements will allow him to walk alongside the likes of Shankly, Paisley and Dalglish as one of the club's greatest managers.
Jun 1, 16:34
Andy Farrell and Stuart Lancaster
Stuart Lancaster denies Andy Farrell contact
England head coach Stuart Lancaster confirms that he has not spoken to Andy Farrell and will not be making any changes to his coaching set-up for the tour to South Africa.
Jun 1, 16:20
Gareth Barry
Roy Hodgson: Frank Lampard and Gareth Barry still part of plans
England manager Roy Hodgson assures Frank Lampard and Gareth Barry that they still have a future with the national team.
Jun 1, 16:09
Brendan Rodgers
Jan Molby: 'Brendan Rodgers is a gamble'
Liverpool legend Jan Molby describes the decision to appoint Brendan Rodgers as a 'gamble', saying that he would have preferred an experienced manager.
Jun 1, 15:58
Didier Drogba
In full: Premier League releases
Sports Mole brings you a full and comprehensive list of all the Premier League players that have been released by their clubs today.
Jun 1, 15:42
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