Jermain Defoe has "mixed emotions" after OBE award recognition
Jermain Defoe says that he feels "mixed emotions" after being named in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for his charitable work away from the football field.Jun 9, 18:01
Atalanta BC snap up Aston Villa goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini
Atalanta BC sign Pierluigi Gollini from Aston Villa on a permanent deal in a transfer worth £3.75m for the financially-stricken Championship side.Jun 9, 17:46
French Football Federation chief: 'Nabil Fekir has passed Liverpool medical'
Nabil Fekir has passed a medical with Liverpool and is on the brink of joining in a big-money move from Lyon, according to French Football Federation chief Noel La Graet.Jun 9, 17:35
Argentina forward Lionel Messi predicts "very even World Cup"
Argentina superstar Lionel Messi expects the most talented individuals in his side to step up in this summer's World Cup.Jun 9, 17:21
Edwin van der Sar: 'Jose Mourinho must entertain supporters'
Edwin van der Sar is hopeful that Jose Mourinho can bring entertaining football back to Manchester United with his summer signings.Jun 9, 17:09
Fulham, Everton latest sides to show interest in Issa Diop?
Premier League pair Fulham and Everton reportedly join the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur in coveting the signature of Toulouse centre-back Issa Diop.Jun 9, 15:58
Marcos Rojo opens up on showdown talks with Jose Mourinho
Marcos Rojo reveals that he 'feared' approaching Jose Mourinho to ask the Manchester United manager about his lack of minutes last season.Jun 9, 15:47
Manchester City 'to focus on signing Mateo Kovacic'
Manchester City could focus solely on signing Mateo Kovacic from Real Madrid if Napoli do not soften their stance on Jorginho in the coming days, according to a report.Jun 9, 15:22
Simon Halep beats Sloane Stephens for maiden Grand Slam title
Simona Halep battles back from a set down to beat Sloane Stephens 3-6 6-4 6-1 in the French Open final.Jun 9, 15:16
Report: Brazil manager Tite lined up for Real Madrid job
A report claims that Brazil boss Tite has emerged as a contender to succeed Zinedine Zidane as Real Madrid manager prior to next season.Jun 9, 15:08
Juventus complete signing of Mattia Perin from Genoa
Serie A champions Juventus sign Italy international goalkeeper Mattia Perin from Genoa for an upfront fee of £10.5m, three weeks after Gianluigi Buffon left the club.Jun 9, 14:58
France boss Didier Deschamps: 'Paul Pogba can't do everything'
France boss Didier Deschamps defends star man Paul Pogba ahead of the 2018 World Cup, insisting that Les Bleus have the "complete midfielder" in their ranks.Jun 9, 14:48
Kevin De Bruyne targets World Cup glory with Belgium
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne acknowledges the importance of winning a major tournament with his national side, but says that it is about more than just squad depth.Jun 9, 14:36
Dani Carvajal doubtful for Spain's opening two World Cup games
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui provides an update on Dani Carvajal's injury problem, which he admits could see the full-back miss his side's first two matches.Jun 9, 14:27
Danny Welbeck: Marcus Rashford "free to play" for England
England attacker Danny Welbeck heaps praise on Marcus Rashford for 'always making an impact' when called upon for the Three Lions.Jun 9, 14:13
Jack Butland: 'Jordan Pickford has my full support'
England goalkeeper Jack Butland says that he will 'respect' Gareth Southgate's goalkeeping call in Russia, with three men battling it out for the gloves.Jun 9, 13:58
Mats Hummels criticises Germany fans for booing Ilkay Gundogan
Germany centre-back Mats Hummels questions the logic of supporters for jeering Ilkay Gundogan during his appearance from the bench against Saudi Arabia.Jun 9, 13:46
Egypt forward Mohamed Salah "will be ready" to face Uruguay
Mohamed Salah expects to play a part in Egypt's meeting with Uruguay in a week's time, despite spending a spell on the sidelines with a shoulder injury.Jun 9, 13:33
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah responds to Sergio Ramos comments
Mohamed Salah responds to comments made by Sergio Ramos, who suggested that the Liverpool ace could have continued playing with an injured shoulder against Real Madrid.Jun 9, 13:22
Fulham to trigger Cardiff City defender Joe Bennett's release clause?
A report claims that Joe Bennett is a £2m target for Fulham, who had a bid rejected for the Cardiff City left-back last summer.Jun 9, 13:08
Everton, Newcastle United chasing Dutch striker Bas Dost?
Sporting Lisbon striker Bas Dost is reportedly wanted by Premier League pair Everton and Newcastle United after growing unsettled in Portugal.Jun 8, 11:54
Swansea City 'reject West Ham United offers for Lukasz Fabianski, Alfie Mawson'
A report claims that West Ham United have fallen 'significantly short' with their double bid for Swansea City duo Lukasz Fabianski and Alfie Mawson.Jun 8, 11:41
Premier League, Football Association confirm plans for winter break
A winter break will be introduced in the Premier League from the 2019-20 season, giving top-flight teams a fortnight off.Jun 8, 11:29
St Mirren appoint Alan Stubbs as new manager on three-year deal
St Mirren confirm the appointment of former Hibernian and Rotherham United boss Alan Stubbs on a three-year deal.Jun 8, 11:19
West Ham United considering offer for Barcelona midfielder Rafinha?
A report claims that West Ham United are ready to pounce for Barcelona's Rafinha after Inter Milan were priced out of a move for the £30m midfielder.Jun 8, 11:09
Crystal Palace sign Vicente Guaita on three-year deal
Spanish goalkeeper Vicente Guaita is to join Crystal Palace on a three-year deal next month once his Getafe contract expires.Jun 8, 10:57
Steve Bruce 'has no intention of walking away from Aston Villa'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce is reportedly planning for his side's return to pre-season training, amid claims that he has yet to be assured that he will be kept on.Jun 8, 10:45
Argentina midfielder Manuel Lanzini ruled out of World Cup
West Ham United attacker Manuel Lanzini is ruled out of Argentina's World Cup campaign with a knee injury sustained in training on Friday.Jun 8, 10:23
Olivier Giroud quiet on Laurent Blanc to Chelsea speculation
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud remains tight-lipped on reports linking Laurent Blanc with Antonio Conte's job at Stamford Bridge.Jun 8, 10:21
Report: Antonio Conte turns down Real Madrid for Chelsea
A report claims that Antonio Conte has rejected an approach from Real Madrid and now looks likely to see out the final 12 months of his existing deal at Chelsea.Jun 8, 10:09
Goncalo Guedes nets twice as Portugal cruise past Algeria in Lisbon
Goncalo Guedes scores either side of a Bruno Fernandes header as Portugal cruise to a 3-0 win over Algeria in Lisbon.Jun 7, 21:13
Live Commentary: Portugal 3-0 Algeria - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Portugal's 3-0 victory over Algeria, as the hosts picked up an easy win in their final pre-World Cup friendly.Jun 7, 18:45
Peter Crouch linked with move to Serie A side Parma
Stoke City striker Peter Crouch is a surprise transfer target for Serie A returnees Parma, according to a report.Jun 7, 08:55
Manchester United 'hopeful of retaining Marouane Fellaini'
Marouane Fellaini may still take up the option of signing a new contract at Manchester United, according to a report.Jun 7, 08:42
Report: Manchester City hold fresh talks with Napoli over Jorginho
Napoli midfielder Jorginho reportedly remains top of Manchester City's transfer wishlist, but the Citizens fear that they may be priced out of a move.Jun 7, 08:32
Arsenal knocked back in pursuit of winger Gelson Martins?
A report claims that Sporting Lisbon have turned down a £26m bid from Arsenal for winger Gelson Martins, leaving the player unhappy.Jun 7, 08:19
Liverpool 'rival Arsenal for German keeper Bernd Leno'
A report claims that Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno is a £22m target for Liverpool, having cooled their interest in two other targets.Jun 7, 08:08
Russia held by Turkey in final pre-World Cup friendly
Aleksandr Samedov's strike is cancelled out by Yunus Malli as Russia are held to a 1-1 draw by Turkey in their final pre-World Cup friendly.Jun 5, 17:55
Live Commentary: Russia 1-1 Turkey - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Russia's friendly with Turkey, as Yunus Malli came off the bench to earn the visitors a 1-1 draw in Moscow.Jun 5, 15:30
Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann 'intends to turn down Barcelona'
A report claims that Antoine Griezmann will be rewarded with a bumper new contract after deciding to reject interest from Barcelona and stay at Atletico Madrid.Jun 5, 09:30

