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
Ruben Loftus-Cheek pondering Chelsea future as he targets regular football
Ruben Loftus-Cheek 'understands' his lack of playing time at Chelsea, but says that he will seek a move away this summer if he is not guaranteed more minutes.
Jun 21, 10:34
Switzerland's Steven Zuber scores their first goal in the match against Brazil on June 17, 2018
Brazil ace Neymar targets improved display against Costa Rica
Brazil forward Neymar admits that his side need to "play a better game" against Costa Rica compared to the performance produced against Switzerland.
Jun 21, 10:23
Sergio Ramos in action for Spain on September 2, 2017
Spain defender Sergio Ramos criticises 'time-wasters' Iran
Sergio Ramos suggests that Iran "went out to waste time" in their Group B showdown with Spain before eventually being broken down.
Jun 21, 10:12
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
Real Sociedad 'launch £10.5m bid for Mikel Merino'
Newcastle United midfielder Mikel Merino is reportedly a £10.5m target for Real Sociedad, after struggling to hold down a first-team spot at st James' Park.
Jun 21, 10:01
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring the opening goal during his side's World Cup Group B clash against Morocco on June 20, 2018
Referee criticised for requesting Cristiano Ronaldo's shirt
Morocco midfielder Nordin Amrabat alleges that referee Mark Geiger asked Cristiano Ronaldo for his shirt during his side's 1-0 loss to Portugal at the Luzhniki Stadium.
Jun 21, 09:51
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the friendly game between England and Costa Rica on June 7, 2018
Marcus Rashford hails improved team spirit in England camp
Marcus Rashford says that he and his England teammates are relishing the chance to put things right in Russia following their humiliating Euro 2016 exit.
Jun 21, 09:39
Swansea City's Lukasz Fabianski looks dejected after the match against Bournemouth on May 5, 2018
Manuel Pellegrini: 'Lukasz Fabianski's best yet to come'
West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini is pleased to have recruited "a proven Premier League goalkeeper" in Lukasz Fabianski, who joined this week in a £7m deal.
Jun 21, 09:27
Issa Diop in action for Toulouse on April 29, 2017
Manuel Pellegrini excited by Issa Diop acquisition
West Ham United manager Manuel Pellegrini talks up the "talent and character" of new signing Issa Diop, who he believes "will be well suited to the Premier League".
Jun 21, 09:18
Emre Can in action for Liverpool on February 24, 2018
Emre Can arrives in Turin to undergo medical with Juventus
Emre Can is on the brink of completing his free transfer from Liverpool to Juventus after arriving in Turin to undergo a medical.
Jun 21, 09:06
Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Eden Hazard downplays comment made about Romelu Lukaku
Eden Hazard insists that there are no problems between him and Romelu Lukaku after exchanging words with his Belgium teammate at half time in the win against Panama.
Jun 21, 08:57
England and Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli in training ahead of the 2018 World Cup
Dele Alli to sit out England training on Thursday
Dele Alli is to sit out England's first full training session since their 2-1 win against Tunisia due to a thigh injury.
Jun 21, 08:45
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
Report: Everton preparing £12m bid for Hull City's Jarrod Bowen
Hull City midfielder Jarrod Bowen is reportedly a £12m target for Everton, but the Tigers are reluctant to offload their prized asset for that price.
Jun 21, 08:35
Maurizio Sarri in charge of Napoli on May 6, 2018
Maurizio Sarri 'finalises Chelsea coaching staff ahead of imminent appointment'
A report clams that Maurizio Sarri is close to being appointed as Chelsea's new manager, with Giovanni Martusciello and Gianfranco Zola joining him at Stamford Bridge.
Jun 21, 08:24
Frank Lampard in a suit on February 25, 2017
Frank Lampard's Derby County start at Reading
Frank Lampard's Derby County will travel to Reading for the opening match of the 2018-19 Championship campaign.
Jun 21, 08:12
Luis Suarez in action during the World Cup game between Egypt and Uruguay on June 15, 2018
Luis Suarez strike sends Uruguay, Russia through to last 16
Luis Suarez scores his 52nd international goal on his 100th appearance as Uruguay beat Saudi Arabia 1-0 in Rostov-on-Don.
Jun 20, 16:52
Uruguay manager Oscar Tabarez on November 13, 2017
Live Commentary: Uruguay 1-0 Saudi Arabia - as it happened
Relive Sports Moles's live text coverage of Uruguay's 1-0 win against Saudi Arabia, as Luis Suarez's strike proved decisive in Roston-on-Don.
Jun 20, 14:00
Jerome Boateng in Germany training on May 25, 2018
Manchester United quoted £50m for Bayern Munich's Jerome Boateng?
Manchester United are told to pay around £50m if they want to sign Jerome Boateng from Bayern Munich, according to a report.
Jun 20, 09:29
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the 2018 Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev
Cristiano Ronaldo 'fuming over Antoine Griezmann wages'
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly grows further frustrated at Real Madrid after slipping behind Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann in terms of annual earnings.
Jun 20, 09:20
Swansea City's Lukasz Fabianski looks dejected after the match against Bournemouth on May 5, 2018
West Ham United bring in Lukasz Fabianski from Swansea City
West Ham United confirm the arrival of Lukasz Fabianski from Swansea City - their third signing of the summer transfer window.
Jun 20, 09:03
Wilfried Zaha in action for Crystal Palace on May 13, 2018
Report: Wilfried Zaha offered new Crystal Palace contract
A report claims that Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha is weighing up an improved offer from the Eagles that will see him become the club's top earner.
Jun 20, 08:56
Riyad Mahrez in action for Leicester City on March 18, 2018
Leicester City 'outline Riyad Mahrez demands to Manchester City'
Leicester City are reportedly no longer interested in a player-plus-cash deal for Riyad Mahrez, having reached an agreement to sign James Maddison from Norwich City.
Jun 20, 08:46
Lucas Torreira in action for Sampdoria on November 19, 2017
Sampdoria chief confirms Lucas Torreira to Arsenal agreement
Arsenal are on the brink of signing Lucas Torreira from Sampdoria, according to the Italian club's president Massimo Ferrero.
Jun 20, 08:34
Robert Lewandowski in action for Poland on October 8, 2017
Chelsea transfer plans 'thrown into disarray by managerial uncertainty'
The ongoing managerial uncertainty at Chelsea has thrown their summer transfer plans into disarray, according to a report.
Jun 20, 08:20
Rhian Brewster in action for England in the Under-17s World Cup on October 25, 2017
Liverpool youngster Rhian Brewster wanted by Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal?
A report claims that Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster is a target for North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.
Jun 20, 08:06
Dani Carvajal in action for Real Madrid in the Champions League on March 6, 2018
Spain defender Dani Carvajal declared fit for Iran match
Fernando Hierro declares full-back Dani Carvajal fit for Spain's second Group B outing against Iran following more than three weeks out injured.
Jun 19, 17:54
Vinicius Junior of Flamengo celebrates after scoring against Palestino on August 9, 2017
Vinicius Junior: 'I rejected Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona for Real Madrid'
Vinicius Junior claims that he chose to join Real Madrid from Flamengo over the likes of Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.
Jun 19, 17:39
Issa Diop in action for Toulouse on April 29, 2017
West Ham United confirm arrival of French defender Issa Diop
West Ham United sign young French defender Issa Diop from Toulouse for a club-record fee in the region of £22m.
Jun 19, 17:04
Mohamed Salah in action for Egypt during a World Cup qualifying match with Congo in October 2017
Team News: Mohamed Salah named in Egypt's starting lineup to face Russia
Mohamed Salah is named in Egypt's starting lineup for this evening's Group A clash against Russia, while the home side make two changes from their last outing.
Jun 19, 17:01
Roberto Firmino in a Brazil training session at Anfield on June 2, 2018
Sadio Mane hails "incredible" Liverpool teammate Roberto Firmino
Sadio Mane describes Liverpool teammate Roberto Firmino as "a hard worker and an incredible player" for his ability to attack and defend in equal measure.
Jun 19, 16:57
Aaron Mooy in action for Australia on June 19, 2017
Aaron Mooy "very happy" at Huddersfield Town
Aaron Mooy insists that he will use Australia's World Cup campaign as 'a chance to get better', rather than showcasing his talents to watching clubs.
Jun 19, 16:47
Issa Diop in action for Toulouse on April 29, 2017
West Ham United finalise deals for Issa Diop, Lukasz Fabianski?
A report claims that West Ham United have agreed to pay a combined £29m to sign Issa Diop and Lukasz Fabianski from Toulouse and Swansea City respectively.
Jun 19, 16:36
Andres Iniesta in action for Spain on November 11, 2017
Barcelona director Eric Abidal: 'Replacing Andres Iniesta is impossible'
Eric Abidal concedes that Barcelona will not be able to fill the hole left behind by Andres Iniesta following the midfielder's recent departure.
Jun 19, 16:25
Brazil's Neymar during the game against Switzerland on June 17, 2018
Neymar limps out of Brazil training ahead of Costa Rica match
Neymar lasts just 10 minutes of Brazil's latest training session before pulling up with a foot injury.
Jun 19, 16:12
Unai Emery in charge of PSG on April 6, 2018
Arsenal confirm Jens Lehmann departure, Steve Bould to remain
Jens Lehmann is one of a number of coaching staff members to be axed by Arsenal as part of manager Unai Emery's new-look setup.
Jun 19, 15:58
Switzerland's Steven Zuber scores their first goal in the match against Brazil on June 17, 2018
Brazil seeking answers over lack of VAR use in Switzerland match
The Brazilian Football Confederation contacts FIFA to seek answers as to why video technology was not used for key decisions in the Selecao's 1-1 draw with Switzerland.
Jun 19, 15:45
Lyon forward Nabil Fekir in action during his side's Europa League clash against Apollon Limassol on November 23, 2017
Nabil Fekir: 'Knee problem not behind failed Liverpool medical'
Nabil Fekir insists that his "knee is great", after a long-standing injury reportedly cost him a move to the Premier League with Liverpool.
Jun 19, 15:34
Japan manager Akira Nishino on May 30, 2018
Akira Nishino: 'Too early for Japan to celebrate'
Akira Nishino congratulates his Japan players on their 2-1 win against Colombia, but warns that there is still more work to be done.
Jun 19, 15:20
Colombia manager Jose Pekerman on March 27, 2018
Jose Pekerman bemoans early Carlos Sanchez dismissal
Jose Pekerman concedes that Colombia found it "very hard to recover possession" after being made to play with 10 men against Japan for more than 87 minutes.
Jun 19, 15:09
Japan players celebrate during their World Cup warm-up match against Paraguay on June 12, 2018
Japan punish 10-man Colombia in Saransk to make winning start
Japan pull off a surprise result by beating Colombia 2-1 at the Mordovia Arena in Saransk, aided by a red card shown to Carlos Sanchez less than three minutes in.
Jun 19, 13:53
Colombia manager Jose Pekerman on March 27, 2018
Live Commentary: Colombia 1-2 Japan - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Japan's 2-1 win against Colombia, as the Samurai Blue made their one-man advantage count in Saransk.
Jun 19, 11:00
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