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Ben Knapton

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A University of Brighton graduate, Ben's passion for sports journalism began during his days as a gymnast, when he would write reports for his college newsletter about his competitive results - completely impartial of course. Ben competed for Great Britain at the European Championships and won four British titles before retiring at the ripe old age of 22, since when he has specialised in Arsenal, Ligue 1 and tennis coverage for Sports Mole.

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England's Declan Rice celebrates scoring his side's first goal of the game during the UEFA Nations League Group F match on September 7, 2024
England could equal all-time winning record by completing Greece revenge mission
England could equal a national team winning record by sinking Greece in Thursday's UEFA Nations League showdown in Athens.
12:06
 Arsenal after now 9 points off leaders Liverpool following their draw with Chelsea on November 12, 2024
Arsenal have Gabriel Martinelli and Jurrien Timber problem amid absence of "crucial" injured player
Arsenal expert Charles Watts believes that the return of Riccardo Calafiori from injury will be "crucial" to the Gunners' hopes of reigniting their title charge.
11:45
 David Coote is currently suspended following the leak of a controversial video on November 12, 2024
David Coote video: Alleged Jurgen Klopp leak "a dreadful look" for Howard Webb and PGMOL
Arsenal expert Charles Watts is struggling to see how David Coote can referee in the Premier League again if the video of him calling Jurgen Klopp a "c***" is genuine.
21:40
 Arsenal after now 9 points off leaders Liverpool following their draw with Chelsea on November 12, 2024
Arsenal's Premier League title chances assessed after Chelsea draw and Paul Merson claim
Arsenal expert Charles Watts witnessed signs of the "old" Gunners side in their 1-1 Premier League draw with Chelsea, which left them nine points off the top.
15:48
 Martin Odegaard will not join up with Norway after making a recent return from injury on November 12, 2024
Martin Odegaard injury: Mikel Arteta, Edu held accountable for Arsenal transfer failings
Arsenal expert Charles Watts believes that the finger can be pointed at Mikel Arteta and outgoing sporting director Edu for failing to replace an injured Martin Odegaard.
15:04
David Beckham celebrates scoring for England against Greece on October 6, 2001
Can you name the England team from their 2-2 draw with Greece in 2001?
Sports Mole challenges you to name the England team from their 2-2 World Cup qualifying draw against Greece in 2001 ahead of Thursday's Nations League clash.
Nov 12, 11:05
Arsenal's Martin Odegaard pictured on November 6, 2024
Martin Odegaard speaks out as Arsenal captain withdraws from Norway squad following injury
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard withdraws from the Norway national team in order to continue his rehabilitation from a serious ankle injury.
Nov 12, 10:56
Liverpool's Harvey Elliott and Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on October 4, 2022
Liverpool boss Arne Slot receives timely injury boost before Real Madrid, Man City games
Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott is back in full training with the Reds nearly two months on from suffering a foot fracture.
Nov 12, 08:29
Vangelis Pavlidis of Greece celebrates scoring against England on October 10, 2024
England vs. Greece: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between England and Greece.
Nov 12, 08:15
Erling Haaland celebrates scoring for Manchester City on October 26, 2024
Man City staff 'concerned' about 24-year-old's declining form after national team decision
Manchester City staff are allegedly growing increasingly concerned about Phil Foden's declining form since the end of last season.
Nov 12, 08:10
Manchester United's Mason Mount and Rasmus Hojlund pictured on May 25, 2024
Man United attacker 'central' to Ruben Amorim plans as Thomas Tuchel blueprint followed
Incoming Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim makes Mason Mount central to his plans at Old Trafford, according to a report.
Nov 12, 07:50
Emma Raducanu reacts on April 15, 2022
Billie Jean King Cup 2024: Schedule, how to watch, TV and streaming, is Emma Raducanu playing?
Sports Mole provides an in-depth guide to the finals of the 2024 Billie Jean King Cup, including schedule, how to watch and TV and streaming options.
Nov 11, 20:48
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka receives treatment for an injury on November 10, 2024
Chelsea, Arsenal duo among eight England withdrawals as five new players called up
Arsenal and Manchester City stars are among eight players to pull out of the England squad for November's fixtures, while five faces are added to Lee Carsley's ranks.
Nov 11, 20:19
Ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and David Coote pictured on August 13, 2023
David Coote's controversial Liverpool decisions revisited after alleged Jurgen Klopp "c***" video
Sports Mole revisits four controversial Liverpool decisions that David Coote was involved in following a video where he allegedly calls Jurgen Klopp a "c***".
Nov 11, 18:12
Manchester United interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy on October 30, 2024
Ruud van Nistelrooy leaves Man United: What next for Red Devils "legend" after Ruben Amorim arrival?
Manchester United confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club following Ruben Amorim's arrival as head coach.
Nov 11, 17:11
David Coote pictured on October 27, 2024
David Coote video: PGMOL suspend referee after alleged X-rated Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp rant
The PGMOL have confirm that they have suspended David Coote after a video was leaked of the referee allegedly calling ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp a "German c***".
Nov 11, 15:39
Red Bull Salzburg's Stefan Bajcetic pictured on September 18, 2024
Liverpool loan watch: How are Giorgi Mamardashvili, Ben Doak and 12 others performing?
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Liverpool's loan players are performing in the 2024-25 campaign.
Nov 11, 14:43
Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold pictured on October 23, 2024
Liverpool 'learn extent' of Trent Alexander-Arnold injury ahead of Real Madrid, Man City clashes
Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold is reportedly facing a couple of weeks on the sidelines with the hamstring injury he picked up against Aston Villa.
Nov 11, 12:10
England manager Thomas Tuchel pictured on April 16, 2024
When will Thomas Tuchel's first England match be? Who could it be against?
Following confirmation of Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England manager, Sports Mole looks at who his first match could come against.
Nov 11, 08:58
Como's Nico Paz pictured on November 10, 2024
Arsenal 'pursuing £5m talent' nurtured by Cesc Fabregas to solve major creativity problem
Arsenal reportedly express an interest in signing ex-Real Madrid starlet Nico Paz, who is currently under the wing of Cesc Fabregas at Como.
Nov 10, 23:50
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal pictured on November 3, 2024
Barcelona's Hansi Flick provides Lamine Yamal injury update and confirms Spain request
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick delivers an update on the fitness of Lamine Yamal after the 17-year-old missed Sunday's 1-0 La Liga loss to Real Sociedad.
Nov 10, 23:30
Manchester United interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy on October 30, 2024
Manchester United achieve unwanted club first in Premier League despite Leicester victory
Manchester United achieve an unwanted club first in the Premier League despite easing to a 3-0 win over Leicester City in Ruud van Nistelrooy's final match in charge.
Nov 10, 23:07
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring on November 9, 2024
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week: Mohamed Salah, Bruno Fernandes, Emile Smith Rowe
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week, including Mohamed Salah, Bruno Fernandes and Emile Smith Rowe.
Nov 10, 21:22
Thomas Tuchel at first England press conference on October 16, 2024.
Thomas Tuchel 'hands England lifeline' to exiled 27-year-old as huge Euro 2024 claim made
Incoming England boss Thomas Tuchel is reportedly ready to extend an olive branch to Manchester United's Marcus Rashford, who has not played for his nation since March.
Nov 10, 20:29
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes pictured on November 10, 2024
Bruno Fernandes falls just short of Cristiano Ronaldo Man United milestone in Leicester victory
Bruno Fernandes falls just short of matching a Manchester United record set by Cristiano Ronaldo with his man-of-the-match showing against Leicester City.
Nov 10, 20:08
Arsenal's Bukayo Saka receives treatment for an injury on November 10, 2024
Mikel Arteta provides Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice Arsenal injury updates as England hint dropped
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta delivers a negative update on the fitness of Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice following their early withdrawals against Chelsea.
Nov 10, 19:46
Chelsea's Pedro Neto and Wesley Fofana celebrate on November 10, 2024
Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Neto scores stunning leveller
A stunning hit from Pedro Neto cancels out Gabriel Martinelli's opener as London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal play out a 1-1 Premier League draw at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 10, 18:28
Ivan Juric in charge of Torino in May 2024
Ivan Juric sacked by Roma after 12 games as Premier League winner linked
Roma confirm that they have sacked head coach Ivan Juric after just 12 games in the role, and ex-Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is being tipped to succeed him.
Nov 10, 17:06
Ipswich Town's Liam Delap celebrates scoring with Sammie Szmodics on November 10, 2024
Tottenham 1-2 Ipswich: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Tractor Boys earn first Premier League win
A dogged Ipswich Town finally earn their first Premier League win of the season at the 11th attempt as they stunned Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 in North London.
Nov 10, 16:01
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer on September 28, 2024
Chelsea-Arsenal lineups confirmed as Cole Palmer, Declan Rice decisions made
Cole Palmer is passed fit for Chelsea in their Premier League London derby with Arsenal, while Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard all start for the Gunners.
Nov 10, 15:17
Arsenal Under-21s manager Mehmet Ali pictured in October 2023
Preview: Colchester United vs. Arsenal Under-21s - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Colchester United and Arsenal Under-21s, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 10, 12:32
MK Dons' Dan Lewington pictured on September 16, 2023
Preview: MK Dons vs. Leyton Orient - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between MK Dons and Leyton Orient, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 10, 11:47
Lincoln City manager Michael Skubala on August 10, 2024
Preview: Lincoln City vs. Manchester City Under-21s - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Lincoln City and Manchester City Under-21s, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 10, 10:52
Paul Cook manager of Chesterfield all smiles during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Chesterfield and Sheffield United at SMH Group Stadium, Chesterfield, United Kingdom on 20 July 2024 [on August 7, 2024]
Preview: Chesterfield vs. Grimsby Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Trophy clash between Chesterfield and Grimsby Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 10, 10:16
Fenerbahce head coach Jose Mourinho on October 3, 2024
Sunday's Turkish Super Lig predictions including Fenerbahce vs. Sivasspor
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Turkish Super Lig fixtures, including Fenerbahce vs. Sivasspor.
Nov 10, 06:45
Porto's Samu Omorodion celebrates his goal on September 15, 2024
Sunday's Primeira Liga predictions including Benfica vs. Porto
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Primeira Liga fixtures, including Benfica vs. Porto.
Nov 10, 06:40
Ajax head coach Francesco Farioli on July 18, 2024
Sunday's Eredivisie predictions including FC Twente vs. Ajax
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Eredivisie fixtures, including FC Twente vs. Ajax.
Nov 10, 06:35
Robert Lewandowski (L) and Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona on October 18, 2024
Sunday's La Liga predictions including Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's La Liga fixtures, including Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona.
Nov 10, 06:30
Eintracht Frankfurt's Omar Marmoush on November 2, 2024
Sunday's Bundesliga predictions including Stuttgart vs. Frankfurt
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Bundesliga fixtures, including Stuttgart vs. Eintracht Frankfurt.
Nov 10, 06:25