Marcelo Bielsa in charge of Lille on September 22, 2017
Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa planning mass clearout
Marcelo Bielsa claims that Leeds United are unlikely to be too busy in this summer's transfer window in terms of incoming activity.
Jun 25, 14:25
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
West Ham United 'in the hunt for Dutch striker Wout Weghorst'
A report claims that West Ham United are in the running to sign Netherlands international Wout Weghorst from AZ this summer.
Jun 25, 14:12
Sweden's Sebastian Larsson and Peru's Jefferson Farfan fight for the ball on June 9, 2018
Peru forward Jefferson Farfan to miss Australia match with head injury
Jefferson Farfan is to sit out Peru's final World Cup match against Australia after sustaining a head injury in training.
Jun 25, 13:53
Roma's Radja Nainggolan shoots at goal in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Liverpool on May 2, 2018
Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan 'completes Inter Milan medical'
Roma ace Radja Nainggolan has completed a medical with Inter Milan and will now put pen to paper on a four-year deal, according to a report.
Jun 25, 13:44
Hibernian's John McGinn in action with Dundee United's Paul Paton and Ryan Dow on April 16, 2016
Derby County to hijack John McGinn's move to Celtic?
A report claims that Frank Lampard wants Hibernian's £3m-rated midfielder John McGinn at Derby County, with Celtic and Birmingham City also interested.
Jun 25, 13:34
Uruguay manager Oscar Tabarez on November 13, 2017
Team News: Uruguay make four changes for Group A clash with Russia
Uruguay make four changes to their starting lineup for this afternoon's Group A showdown with Russia, while the tournament hosts bring in three new faces.
Jun 25, 12:54
Mohamed Salah in action for Egypt during a World Cup qualifying match with Congo in October 2017
Team News: Essam El-Hadary to become World Cup's oldest player
Essam El-Hadaray is named in Egypt's starting lineup to face Saudi Arabia at the age of 45 years and five months.
Jun 25, 12:45
Egypt's Mohamed Salah celebrates with fans after scoring the goal which took his side to the 2018 World Cup
Egyptian FA quells Mohamed Salah retirement talk
The Egyptian Football Association puts an end to growing speculation that Mohamed Salah is to retire from international football after his side's World Cup campaign.
Jun 25, 12:39
Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal during an international friendly with Egypt in March 2018
Video: Cristiano Ronaldo pleads with Iran fans to let him sleep
Cristiano Ronaldo asks rowdy Iran supporters to keep the noise down after being kept awake ahead of Monday's showdown.
Jun 25, 09:29
England's Dele Alli with manager Gareth Southgate after the match against Nigeria on June 2, 2018
Gareth Southgate optimistic over Dele Alli recovery for Belgium game
England boss Gareth Southgate provides a positive update on the fitness of Dele Alli ahead of Thursday's meeting with Belgium in Kaliningrad.
Jun 25, 09:15
Marouane Fellaini in action for Manchester United on April 29, 2018
Marouane Fellaini promises to resolve Manchester United future "soon"
Marouane Fellaini breaks his silence on rumours linking him with a move away from Manchester United, vowing to make a decision on his future "soon".
Jun 25, 09:05
Poland manager Adam Nawalka on November 13, 2017
Adam Nawalka takes full responsibility for early World Cup exit
Poland manager Adam Nawalka admits to being "really angry" following his side's 3-0 loss to Colombia in Kazan, but concedes that the better team won.
Jun 25, 08:54
England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal in the World Cup match against Tunisia on June 18, 2018
Cesc Fabregas: Harry Kane ready to join "a big club"
Harry Kane is "probably the best striker in the Premier League" and "ready to go to a big club", according to Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas.
Jun 25, 08:41
RB Leipzig's Naby Keita celebrates their first goal against Hoffenheim on April 21, 2018
Liverpool to hand Naby Keita iconic number eight shirt?
New Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita will reportedly wear the number eight top from next season, made iconic by former skipper Steven Gerrard.
Jun 25, 08:30
Bournemouth's Joshua King during the match against Huddersfield Town on November 18, 2017
Matt Ritchie, Joshua King to be involved in swap deal?
A report claims that Scottish midfielder Matt Ritchie may be used as a makeweight in Joshua King's switch from Bournemouth to Newcastle United.
Jun 25, 08:19
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere in action during his side's Europa League semi-final against Atletico Madrid on April 26, 2018
Report: Jack Wilshere's free transfer to West Ham United in doubt
Free agent Jack Wilshere is considering other options as West Ham United are only prepared to offer him an initial one-year contract, according to a report.
Jun 25, 08:08
Sadio Mane in action for Senegal on June 9, 2018
Senegal forward Sadio Mane "disappointed" with Japan draw
Senegal forward Sadio Mane admits that his side's meeting with Colombia is shaping up to be "decisive" after failing to hold on in their 2-2 draw with Japan.
Jun 24, 17:55
England's Jonny Bairstow in action in the fifth ODI against Australia on June 24, 2018
Jos Buttler secures series whitewash for England against Australia
England beat Australia at Old Trafford to seal a 5-0 series whitewash, with Jos Buttler hitting his sixth one-day international century.
Jun 24, 17:34
James Rodriguez in action for Colombia on May 26, 2018
Team News: Colombia midfielder James Rodriguez fit to face Poland
James Rodriguez is back in Colombia's starting lineup for their Group H showdown with Poland, as Jose Pekerman makes three changes.
Jun 24, 17:00
Argentina's Lionel Messi during the match against Croatia on June 21, 2018
Nigeria striker Odion Ighalo: 'Argentina match will be a war'
Odion Ighalo anticipates "a very tough game" when Nigeria face Argentina, but is confident of picking up the result that seals a place in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 24, 16:55
Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli on May 30, 2018
Javier Mascherano cools talk of rift with Jorge Sampaoli
Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano insists that the relationship between manager Jorge Sampaoli and his players is "completely normal", amid rumours of a rift.
Jun 24, 16:44
Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United during the FA Cup final on May 19, 2018
Paul Pogba: 'I accept Jose Mourinho's decisions'
Paul Pogba acknowledges that he needs to respond with improved performances on the field next season if he is to hold down a regular starting spot at Manchester United.
Jun 24, 16:30
Paul Pogba scores the winner during the World Cup group game between France and Australia on June 16, 2018
France midfielder Paul Pogba: 'This may be my last World Cup'
France midfielder Paul Pogba intends to "enjoy" his side's World Cup campaign as he cannot guarantee that he will compete in the competition again.
Jun 24, 16:21
England's Harry Kane scores their second goal from the penalty spot in the match against Panama on June 24, 2018
Gareth Southgate: 'Harry Kane best striker at World Cup'
England manager Gareth Southgate heaps praise on Harry Kane following the striker's hat-trick in the 6-1 win over Panama, taking him to 18 goals in 26 appearances.
Jun 24, 16:08
England's Harry Kane scores their second goal from the penalty spot in the match against Panama on June 24, 2018
Harry Kane nets hat-trick for England in Panama demolition
Harry Kane nets a hat-trick to climb to the top of the 2018 World Cup top scorers chart as England thrash Panama 6-1 in Nizhny Novgorod.
Jun 24, 13:53
England's John Stones celebrates scoring their first goal in the match against Panama on June 24, 2018
Live Commentary: England 6-1 Panama - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of England's 6-1 win against Panama, as the Three Lions booked their place in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 24, 11:00
Germany's Marco Reus in action in the World Cup game against Sweden on June 23, 2018
Germany survive major scare against Sweden to fight on at World Cup
Toni Kroos scores in the fifth minute of added time as Germany snatch a vital 2-1 win against Sweden at the Fisht Olympic Stadium.
Jun 23, 20:00
Germany manager Joachim Low on March 27, 2018
Live Commentary: Germany 2-1 Sweden - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Germany's 2-1 win against Sweden, as the world champions snatched victory in the fifth minute of added tine.
Jun 23, 17:00
Gareth Southgate during an England training session on May 28, 2018
Gareth Southgate defends decision to not train in Nizhny Novgorod
Gareth Southgate insists that England's decision to train in Repino, and not Nizhny Novgorod, makes more sense ahead of Sunday's meeting with Panama.
Jun 23, 16:23
Brazil manager Tite on June 3, 2018
Douglas Costa, Danilo ruled out of Brazil's meeting with Serbia
Danilo will remain absent from Brazil's squad to face Serbia due to a hip injury, while Douglas Costa is also sidelined with a thigh problem.
Jun 23, 16:12
Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard, Dries Mertens doubtful for England game
Belgium could be without Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard and Dries Mertens for their Group G clash against England as all three players are carrying knocks.
Jun 23, 15:59
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Lewis Hamilton on pole for French Grand Prix as McLaren struggles continue
Lewis Hamilton beats Valtteri Bottas to lead a Mercedes one-two in qualifying for the French Grand Prix.
Jun 23, 15:47
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
Stephan Lichtsteiner: "Nemanja Matic is an amazing player"
New Arsenal defender Stephan Lichtsteiner talks up the "amazing qualities" of Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic.
Jun 23, 15:26
Belgium manager Roberto Martinez on October 10, 2017
Roberto Martinez: 'Clinical Belgium can still improve'
Roberto Martinez hails the performance of two-goal striker Romelu Lukaku against Tunisia, but insists that there is still room for improvement from his side.
Jun 23, 15:12
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
Andriy Lunin rejected "3,000 offers" for dream Real Madrid move
Latest Real Madrid recruit Andriy Lunin insists that he only ever had eyes for the Spanish giants, having rejected advances from numerous other clubs.
Jun 23, 15:01
Tunisia manager Nabil Maaloul on June 1, 2018
Tunisia boss apologises to supporters following heavy Belgium loss
Tunisia manager Nabil Maaloul hopes to see an improvement from his players following their 5-2 loss to Belgium at the Spartak Stadium.
Jun 23, 14:52
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Andy Murray to face Stanislas Wawrinka in first round at Eastbourne
Former world number one Andy Murray will continue his recovery from a long-term layoff by taking on Stanislas Wawrinka at Eastbourne.
Jun 23, 14:41
Diego Costa celebrates getting the equaliser with David Silva during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Dani Carvajal hits out at Iran for using "disloyal" tactics
Dani Carvajal insists that the time-wasting and play-acting on show from Iran "is not football", with Spain being left largely frustrated in their 1-0 victory.
Jun 21, 11:23
Mile Jedinak celebrates equalising from the spot during the World Cup group game between France and Australia on June 16, 2018
Team News: Bert van Marwijk sticks with same Australia XI to face Denmark
Australia are unchanged for their Group C clash with Denmark, while the Danes make one alteration from their last outing.
Jun 21, 10:57
Jorginho in action for Napoli on October 21, 2017
Manchester City chief: 'Jorginho move not yet complete'
Negotiations between Manchester City and Napoli regarding a deal for Jorginho are still ongoing, according to Citizens board member Alberto Galassi.
Jun 21, 10:44
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