Raheem Sterling: 'Gareth Southgate could have dropped me from squad'
Raheem Sterling is grateful that Gareth Southgate named him in England's starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Nigeria.Jun 3, 12:47
Didier Deschamps: 'Paul Pogba has to raise his game for France'
France manager Didier Deschamps once again defends the form of Paul Pogba and insists that the midfielder is effectively undroppable for Les Bleus.Jun 3, 12:33
Stoke City tipped to move for Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Benik Afobe
Wolverhampton Wanderers may reportedly sell Benik Afobe to Stoke City for a profit just days after signing him from Bournemouth in a £12.5m deal.Jun 3, 12:23
Marko Arnautovic 'honoured' by rumoured Jose Mourinho interest
West Ham United ace Marko Arnautovic responds positively when asked about Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho's rumoured interest in him.Jun 3, 12:10
Watford 'rule out selling Richarlison to Everton'
A report claims that Watford will not consider selling Richarlison to Everton for any price, as they are still unhappy with the Toffees' previous conduct.Jun 3, 11:58
Espanyol appoint Rubi as new head coach on two-year deal
Rubi departs his position as Huesca manager to take over as Espanyol's new head coach on a two-year deal.Jun 3, 11:45
Brighton & Hove Albion make improved bid for Liam Moore?
Reading defender Liam Moore has been made the subject of a second Brighton & Hove Albion bid, according to a report.Jun 3, 11:34
Report: Jake Livermore a £10m target for Crystal Palace
A report claims that West Bromwich Albion midfielder Jake Livermore is a £10m summer transfer target for Premier League side Crystal Palace.Jun 3, 11:22
Dele Alli: 'I have learned from my mistakes'
Dele Alli insists that his previous disciplinary issues will not be a problem when England head to the World Cup.Jun 3, 11:10
Report: Crystal Palace to offer Wilfried Zaha new contract
Wilfried Zaha is to be offered a second new contract in the space of a year to fend off interest from Crystal Palace's top-flight rivals, according to a report.May 30, 17:54
Alvaro Odriozola: 'Real Madrid speculation can wait'
Alvaro Odriozola says that he is only focused on helping Spain to World Cup glory and not speculation linking him with a switch from Real Sociedad to Real Madrid.May 30, 17:39
Dietmar Hamann criticises Loris Karius's post-match behaviour
Dietmar Hamann questions Loris Karius's behaviour after Liverpool's 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid, claiming that the goalkeeper has too big an ego.May 30, 17:28
John Terry "very proud" to have played for Aston Villa
Departing Aston Villa captain John Terry says that he 'gave everything' he possibly could to help take the club back to the Premier League, only to fall narrowly short.May 30, 17:15
Tony Xia: 'Aston Villa face severe challenges next season'
Tony Xia admits that Aston Villa must start cutting costs if they are to avoid Financial Fair Play sanctions, having been condemned to a third season in the Championship.May 30, 17:01
Thiago Silva backs Fabinho to shine in Premier League with Liverpool
Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil defender Thiago Silva expects Fabinho to make a big impact in the Premier League with Liverpool.May 30, 16:39
Aston Villa confirm John Terry departure after one season at club
Aston Villa confirm that John Terry is to leave the club this summer following the expiration of his one-year deal.May 30, 16:38
Lionel Messi: 'Argentina are not World Cup candidates'
Lionel Messi says that he will continue to "dream" of lifting the World Cup with Argentina, even if his side 'are not serious contenders' this time around.May 30, 16:27
Thiago Motta urges Paris Saint-Germain to sign "exceptional" Toni Kroos
Paris Saint-Germain coach Thiago Motta hopes to see Toni Kroos join the French giants from Real Madrid during the summer transfer window.May 30, 16:17
Pep Guardiola: "Zinedine Zidane has done a spectacular job"
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola describes Real Madrid's achievement of winning three successive Champions League crowns as "spectacular".May 30, 16:07
EFA president: 'Mohamed Salah likely to miss Egypt's World Cup opener'
Egypt's FA chief claims that Mohamed Salah is expected to miss their opening World Cup fixture against Uruguay, but will be "100% ready" for the game against Russia.May 30, 15:54
Pep Guardiola: "Manchester City are not going to sign Isco"
Pep Guardiola rubbishes reports that Manchester City are preparing a £70m offer for Real Madrid attacker Isco.May 30, 15:41
Novak Djokovic beats Jaume Munar to reach round three of French Open
Novak Djokovic remains on course for a second French Open title thanks to a 7-6(1) 6-4 6-4 win over Jaume Munar at Roland Garros.May 30, 15:30
Simon Francis extends Bournemouth stay with contract extension
Simon Francis signs a one-year contract extension with Bournemouth to take him through until the summer of 2020.May 30, 15:19
Juventus 'to complete Emre Can transfer this week'
A report claims that Liverpool midfielder Emre Can will officially sign for Italian giants Juventus before the end of the week.May 30, 15:09
David de Gea 'hopeful' of lifting World Cup with Spain
Spain goalkeeper David de Gea talks up his side's chances of winning the World Cup following their "really excellent" qualifying campaign.May 30, 11:53
Wolverhampton Wanderers 'to trigger Benik Afobe buyout clause'
Bournemouth striker Benik Afobe will swap Bournemouth for former club Wolverhampton Wanderers in a £12.5m deal, according to a report.May 30, 11:41
England centre-back Phil Jones to sit out Nigeria match?
Phil Jones will reportedly be given the day off when England take on Nigeria as his partner is due to give birth.May 30, 11:32
David Wagner: 'Signing new contract easy decision to make'
David Wagner hopes to continue his impressive work at Huddersfield Town over the next three years after signing a new deal with the Premier League club.May 30, 11:23
David Wagner signs Huddersfield Town contract extension
David Wagner signs a two-year extension to his Huddersfield Town contract, keeping him tied down to the Terriers until 2021.May 30, 11:03
Report: Cardiff City favourites to sign Sunderland's Didier Ndong
Cardiff City are reportedly interested in signing Didier Ndong from Sunderland, but they could face competition from French giants Lyon.May 30, 10:58
Jordan Pickford: 'England will be ready for penalties in Russia'
Jordan Pickford says that he is ready to be a penalty-shootout hero for England at the World Cup, even if that means stepping up to take one himself.May 30, 10:44
Ashley Young downplays feud with England teammate Dele Alli
Ashley Young says that Dele Alli has a big future ahead of him, as he attempts to play down his on-field dispute with the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder earlier this term.May 30, 10:33
England midfielder Eric Dier: 'Dele Alli has to expect criticism'
Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder Eric Dier defends the form of teammate Dele Alli, who he believes has been 'unfairly criticised' this season.May 30, 10:17
Burnley, Bournemouth interested in signing Jay Rodriguez?
A report claims that Burnley are interested in re-signing Jay Rodriguez from West Bromwich Albion, while Bournemouth are also keen.May 30, 10:06
Aaron Ramsey "cannot wait" to play under new boss Unai Emery
Aaron Ramsey says that he is 'excited' for a new chapter at Arsenal following the appointment of Unai Emery as Arsene Wenger's successor.May 30, 09:54
Report: Manchester City rule out loan exit for Phil Foden
A report claims that Phil Foden will remain at Manchester City next season after agreeing a new contract, despite numerous sides being interested in a loan deal.May 30, 09:42
Steve Bould, Jens Lehmann 'to be axed by Unai Emery'
Unai Emery will reportedly raid former club Paris Saint-Germain for five backroom-staff members, which could push Steve Bould and Jens Lehmann towards the Arsenal exit.May 30, 09:32
Manchester City hopeful of paying £60m for Riyad Mahrez?
A report claims that Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez may be on his way to Premier League champions Manchester City in a cut-price £60m deal.May 30, 09:19
Football Association to confirm winter break in next fortnight
Football Association chief executive Martin Glenn all but confirms that a winter break will be integrated into the English football calendar from 2019-20.May 30, 09:07
Top 5 Champions League goals of all time - #1
Sports Mole's countdown of the top five Champions League goals of all time concludes with our number one - Gareth Bale's overhead kick against Liverpool.May 29, 17:10

