Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic on November 9, 2017
Croatia striker Nikola Kalinic sent home from World Cup
Nikola Kalinic will play no further part in Croatia's World Cup campaign after refusing to come on as a substitute in their 2-0 win against Nigeria on Saturday evening.
Jun 18, 15:55
David de Gea looks downbeat during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Fernando Hierro gives full backing to David de Gea
Fernando Hierro describes David de Gea as "very calm" and insists that he has no doubts over the quality of Spain's first-choice keeper.
Jun 18, 15:41
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Isco welcomes Julen Lopetegui's appointment as Real Madrid boss
Spain and Real Madrid midfielder Isco is excited to reunite with Julen Lopetegui at club level later this summer.
Jun 18, 15:31
South Korea manager Shin Tae-yong on May 28, 2018
South Korea boss Shin Tae-yong: "Sweden played really well"
South Korea manager Shin Tae-yong expects an improved performance from his side against Mexico following Monday's 1-0 loss to Sweden in Nizhny Novgorod.
Jun 18, 15:18
Sweden manager Janne Andersson on November 13, 2017
Sweden manager Janne Andersson: 'We must be more efficient'
Sweden boss Janne Andersson hopes to see his side convert their chances against Germany after struggling to do so from open play in the win over South Korea.
Jun 18, 15:07
Sweden manager Janne Andersson on November 13, 2017
Sweden grind out win against South Korea thanks to use of VAR
Andreas Granqvist scores a second-half penalty, awarded through the use of VAR, as Sweden grind out a 1-0 win against South Korea in Nizhny Novgorod.
Jun 18, 13:52
Sweden manager Janne Andersson on November 13, 2017
Live Commentary: Sweden 1-0 South Korea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Sweden's 1-0 win over South Korea, as Andreas Granqvist's second-half penalty proved the difference.
Jun 18, 11:00
Paul Pogba scores the winner during the World Cup group game between France and Australia on June 16, 2018
France midfielder Paul Pogba: 'I never listen to criticism'
Paul Pogba admits that being criticised more than others is something that he has become accustomed to following his £89m switch to Manchester United two years ago.
Jun 18, 09:32
Lyon forward Nabil Fekir in action during his side's Europa League clash against Apollon Limassol on November 23, 2017
Nabil Fekir 'offered to Premier League clubs for £66m'
A report claims that Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur have been made aware that former Liverpool target Nabil Fekir is available to purchase from Lyon for a fee of £66m.
Jun 18, 09:22
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere in action during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City on April 1, 2018
West Ham United confident of signing free agent Jack Wilshere?
West Ham United are reportedly the favourites to sign Arsenal's out-of-contract midfielder Jack Wilshere as they are willing to pay him £130,000 a week.
Jun 18, 09:09
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
Arsenal given boost in pursuit of Sevilla star Steven N'Zonzi?
Sevilla reportedly turn to Real Madrid midfielder Marcos Llorente as they fear losing Steven N'Zonzi to Unai Emery's Arsenal.
Jun 18, 08:56
Norwich City's James Maddison celebrates after the final whistle of the game against Ipswich Town on October 22, 2017
Leicester City 'win £24m race for midfielder James Maddison'
A report claims that Leicester City have pipped Southampton to the signing of Norwich City's highly-rated midfielder James Maddison.
Jun 18, 08:44
Brazil forward Willian runs with the ball during the World Cup warm-up match against Croatia at Anfield on June 3, 2018
Report: Jose Mourinho plotting £60m bid for Chelsea ace Willian
Chelsea attacker Willian is a £60m target for former manager Jose Mourinho at Manchester United, according to a report.
Jun 18, 08:33
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
Bradford City appoint rookie boss Michael Collins as Simon Grayson's successor
Michael Collins is promoted from Under-18s manager to the role of senior head coach at League One side Bradford City.
Jun 18, 08:22
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Brooks Koepka holds off Tommy Fleetwood to retain US Open title
Brooks Koepka holds off a late charge from Tommy Fleetwood to retain his US Open title, becoming the first person to do so since 1989.
Jun 18, 08:10
Cristiano Ronaldo grabs his third during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo scores hat-trick for Portugal in thriller against Spain
Portugal draw 3-3 with Spain in a thrilling group-stage clash at the Fisht Olympic Stadium, with Cristiano Ronaldo rounding off his 51st career hat-trick late on.
Jun 15, 19:56
Nacho celebrates after putting his side in front during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Live Commentary: Portugal 3-3 Spain - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Portugal's 3-3 draw with Spain, as Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick to earn his side a point in Sochi.
Jun 15, 17:00
Paul Pogba and Hugo Lloris during a France training session in March 2018
Antoine Griezmann expects "big things" from Paul Pogba
France striker Antoine Griezmann believes that Paul Pogba has the leadership qualities to shine at the World Cup.
Jun 15, 14:57
Mohamed Salah in action for Egypt during a World Cup qualifying match with Congo in October 2017
Hector Cuper: 'I couldn't risk using Mohamed Salah against Uruguay'
Hector Cuper insists that he could not risk Mohamed Salah against Uruguay, but he expects the Liverpool forward to feature against Russia next week.
Jun 15, 14:45
Marcelo Bielsa in charge of Lille on September 22, 2017
Report: Marcelo Bielsa promised £20m transfer kitty by Leeds United
A report claims that Marcelo Bielsa will be given £20m to spend in his first transfer window as Leeds United manager.
Jun 15, 14:33
Morocco manager Herve Renard on May 31, 2018
Team News: Amine Harit given nod for Morocco's World Cup opener against Iran
Amine Harit starts against Iran in Morocco's first World Cup game in 20 years due to the absence of Nabil Dirara.
Jun 15, 14:05
Antoine Griezmann in action for France on June 9, 2018
Didier Deschamps: Antoine Griezmann "has freed his mind"
France boss Didier Deschamps believes that a huge weight has been lifted off Antoine Griezmann's shoulders after making an announcement about his Atletico Madrid future.
Jun 15, 13:57
Cristiano Ronaldo in action during a Portugal training session on June 5, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo 'accepts two-year suspended prison sentence'
A report claims that Cristiano Ronaldo has accepted a two-year suspended prison sentence, on top of paying £16.5m, to end his long-running tax fraud case.
Jun 15, 13:46
Christopher Jullien in action for Toulouse in October 2016
Premier League trio interested in Toulouse defender Christopher Jullien?
Southampton are one of three Premier League sides to have joined Ajax in the race to land Toulouse defender Christopher Jullien, according to a report.
Jun 15, 13:35
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on March 31, 2018
Report: Aston Villa under pressure to raise £50m in player sales
Jack Grealish, James Chester and Jonathan Kodjia are reportedly among the players Aston Villa will attempt to sell to raise £50m over the next six months.
Jun 15, 13:23
England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Ashley Young, Jordan Henderson to start against Tunisia?
Jordan Henderson is to be given the nod over Eric Dier to start as England's only holding midfielder against Tunisia, according to a report.
Jun 15, 13:12
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp in action prior to the 2018 Champions League final in Kiev
Liverpool announce first home pre-season friendly in four years
Liverpool will face Italian side Torino in a rare friendly at Anfield on August 7 in the Reds' final pre-season outing.
Jun 15, 12:52
Odsonne Edouard in action for Celtic on April 28, 2018
Celtic complete club-record signing of Odsonne Edouard
Celtic sign Odsonne Edouard from Paris Saint-Germain on a permanent basis in a club-record transfer worth more than £6m.
Jun 15, 12:50
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho patrols the touchline during a Premier League match against Watford at Old Trafford
Jose Mourinho 'unhappy with Liverpool's easy schedule'
A report claims that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is unhappy with Liverpool's fixture list for the 2018-19 Premier League campaign.
Jun 15, 12:38
Spain's players celebrate qualifying for the 2018 World Cup with victory over Albania in October 2017
Live Coverage: World Cup 2018 buildup
Sports Mole provides live updates ahead of the start of the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia.
Jun 14, 11:00
Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal during an international friendly with Egypt in March 2018
Preview:Portugal vs. Spain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Spain's opening World Cup 2018 fixture against Portugal in Sochi.
Jun 13, 14:09
Belgium's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their second goal in the friendly against Costa Rica on June 11, 2018
Belgium maintain momentum ahead of World Cup with convincing win over Costa Rica
Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Belgium recover from a goal behind to beat Costa Rica 4-1 in their final World Cup warm-up match.
Jun 11, 20:42
Belgium's Dries Mertens celebrates scoring their first goal in the friendly against Costa Rica on June 11, 2018
Live Commentary: Belgium 4-1 Costa Rica - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Belgium's 4-1 win against Costa Rica, as the Red Devils rounded off their World Cup preparations in style.
Jun 11, 18:15
Fred in training with Brazil ahead of the 2018 World Cup
Manchester United to confirm Fred signing 'within the next week'
Man United reportedly do not expect any further complications in their attempt to sign Fred from Shakhtar Donetsk, with a work permit on the brink of being secured.
Jun 11, 14:47
Alisson Becker in action for Roma on January 21, 2018
Liverpool 'unlikely to move for Roma goalkeeper Alisson Becker'
A report claims that Liverpool have withdrawn their interest in Alisson, leaving Real Madrid and Chelsea as the leading candidates to sign him from Roma.
Jun 11, 14:33
Graham Potter leads an Ostersunds training session on February 21, 2018
Graham Potter vows to make Swansea City fans "proud" again
New Swansea City manager Graham Potter intends to quickly win over supporters following a "frustrating" few years for the Welsh outfit.
Jun 11, 14:22
Graham Potter leads an Ostersunds training session on February 21, 2018
Swansea City finalise Graham Potter appointment
Graham Potter is confirmed as the new manager of Swansea City, bringing an end to his seven-year spell with Ostersunds FK in Sweden.
Jun 11, 14:02
Stuart Armstrong in action for Celtic on December 30, 2017
Brighton & Hove Albion 'to rival Crystal Palace for Stuart Armstrong'
Stuart Armstrong is reportedly wanted by Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace, while Southampton and West Bromwich Albion could make an approach for the Celtic ace.
Jun 11, 14:00
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
Stoke City sign World Cup-bound midfielder Oghenekaro Peter Etebo
Stoke City sign Nigeria international midfielder Oghenekaro Peter Etebo from Portuguese side Feirense in a £6.3m deal.
Jun 11, 13:39
Josh Murphy in action for Norwich City in the FA Cup on January 17, 2018
Norwich City winger Josh Murphy to join Cardiff City in £10m deal?
Norwich City winger Josh Murphy is undergoing a medical with Cardiff City ahead of a £10m switch between the clubs, according to a report.
Jun 11, 13:37
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