Christian Eriksen celebrates grabbing the fourth during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton on January 13, 2018
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Mood improving in Tottenham Hotspur camp'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino hopes to end the campaign on a high by sealing a top-four finish in the Premier League.
May 4, 13:49
Arsene Wenger and Mauricio Pochettino shake hands during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal on February 10, 2018
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Arsene Wenger one of best managers ever'
Mauricio Pochettino insists that "it is impossible" for Arsenal supporters to say thank you to Arsene Wenger for all that he has achieved at the club.
May 4, 13:38
Steven Gerrard in charge of Liverpool under-19s on February 21, 2018
Steven Gerrard "honoured" to become Rangers manager
Steven Gerrard says that he "cannot wait" to start his new job as Rangers manager after penning a four-year contract at Ibrox.
May 4, 13:29
Steven Gerrard in charge of Liverpool under-19s on February 21, 2018
Steven Gerrard confirmed as new Rangers boss on four-year deal
Rangers confirm that Steven Gerrard will take over as their new boss this summer, as the former England skipper takes his first steps in senior management.
May 4, 13:10
Yaya Toure in action for Manchester City on November 21, 2017
Yaya Toure to leave Manchester City at end of season
Pep Guardiola says that Yaya Toure has helped Manchester City to reach the top of English football after confirming that the Ivorian is to leave the club this summer.
May 4, 12:57
Carlos Carvalhal arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Carlos Carvalhal: 'Swansea City were dead when I arrived'
Swansea City manager Carlos Carvalhal insists that the pressure is on his side's relegation rivals as the Swans were not expected to survive the drop when he took over.
May 4, 12:56
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Jordi Cruyff: 'Pep Guardiola was lined up by Manchester United'
Jordi Cruyff suggests that Pep Guardiola was close to succeeding Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United boss in 2013, only for David Moyes to instead get the top job.
May 4, 12:44
Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match between Arsenal and West Ham United on April 22, 2018
Saul Niguez hails 'legendary' Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger
Saul Niguez claims that Arsenal need more than "good football" if they are to challenge for European honours following the Gunners' 2-1 aggregate loss to Atletico Madrid.
May 4, 12:34
Sergio Ramos embraces Cristiano Ronaldo during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Dejan Lovren: 'Real Madrid should fear Liverpool'
Dejan Lovren is adamant that Liverpool have nothing to fear in their Champions League showdown with Real Madrid and says that it is a 'dream' to make it to the final.
May 4, 12:22
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Arsene Wenger "very sad" after defeat to Atletico Madrid
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that defeat to Atletico Madrid is tough to take after being denied his fairytale exit from the club.
May 4, 12:09
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos in action during his side's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur
Combined XI: Barcelona vs. Real Madrid
Ahead of the final El Clasico showdown of the season, Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI using players from both sides of the divide.
May 4, 09:55
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole selects a combined XI from those expected to be available for Sunday's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Liverpool.
May 4, 09:28
Alfie Mawson is happy during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Tottenham Hotspur eyeing £65m raid for Alfie Mawson, Ryan Bertrand?
A report claims that Ryan Bertrand and Alfie Mawson have been targeted by Tottenham Hotspur as replacements for Danny Rose and Toby Alderweireld.
May 4, 08:59
Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Manchester United not to blame for Marouane Fellaini standoff'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho suggests that Marouane Fellaini is to blame for the uncertainty over his future as he was offered a new deal eight months ago.
May 4, 08:45
Mesut Ozil in action during the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Arsenal on March 4, 2018
Martin Keown: 'Mesut Ozil not fit to wear the Arsenal shirt'
Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is accused of failing to play for the team by former Gunners defender Martin Keown following Thursday's exit from the Europa League.
May 4, 08:32
Laurent Koscielny receives his marching orders during the Champions League game between Arsenal and Bayern Munich on March 7, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Laurent Koscielny needs a miracle to make World Cup'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger fears that Laurent Koscielny's chances of playing in the World Cup are "non-existent" due to the injury sustained against Atletico Madrid.
May 4, 08:22
Steven Gerrard in charge of Liverpool under-19s on February 21, 2018
Report: Steven Gerrard agrees deal to become Rangers manager
Liverpool coach Steven Gerrard will be confirmed as the new manager of Scottish Premiership side Rangers on a three-year deal by the end of Friday, according to a report.
May 4, 08:08
Dimitri Payet playing for Marseille in the 2016-17 season
Marseille through to Europa League final with extra-time victory
Marseille lose 2-1 on the night but still progress through 3-2 on aggregate, breaking Red Bull Salzburg's hearts with an extra-time winner in Austria.
May 3, 21:42
Dimitri Payet playing for Marseille in the 2016-17 season
Live Commentary: Red Bull Salzburg 2-1 Marseille (Marseille win 3-2 on aggregate)
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Marseille's 3-2 aggregate win over Red Bull Salzburg, as the French club required extra time to progress.
May 3, 18:05
Anthony Martial collides with Shane Duffy during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion on November 25, 2017
Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Manchester United's Premier League trip to Brighton & Hove Albion.
May 3, 16:31
Karim Benzema in action for Real Madrid in October 2017
Karim Benzema's record vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole looks at Karim Benzema's record against Barcelona during his time with Lyon and Real Madrid ahead of Sunday's El Clasico.
May 3, 12:15
Gareth Bale celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Real Madrid and Deportivo La Coruna on January 21, 2018
Gareth Bale's record vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole looks at how Gareth Bale has fared against Barcelona during his time with Real Madrid ahead of Sunday's showdown between the two sides.
May 3, 11:45
Luis Suarez celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Luis Suarez's record vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona striker Luis Suarez has performed against this weekend's opponents Real Madrid during his career.
May 3, 11:15
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo's record vs. Barcelona
As Real Madrid prepare to face Barcelona in the final El Clasico of the season, Sports Mole looks at Cristiano Ronaldo's record against the Catalans.
May 3, 10:45
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Lionel Messi's record vs. Real Madrid
Ahead of Barcelona's meeting with Real Madrid this weekend, Sports Mole looks at Lionel Messi's scoring return in El Clasico.
May 3, 10:15
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
Eden Hazard's record vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Eden Hazard's record in games against Liverpool ahead of Sunday's clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
May 3, 09:51
Steven Gerrard in charge of Liverpool under-19s on February 21, 2018
Steven Gerrard confirms "positive talks" with Rangers over becoming next manager
Liverpool Under-18s boss Steven Gerrard confirms that he has held "positive talks" with Rangers over succeeding Graeme Murty as their next manager.
May 1, 18:30
Jurgen Klopp arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Jurgen Klopp refuses to comment on exit of assistant Zeljko Buvac
Jurgen Klopp provides a blunt response when asked why Liverpool's assistant manager Zeljko Buvac - his right-hand man for 17 years - has stepped down from his position.
May 1, 18:19
Zinedine Zidane watches on during the Copa del Rey game between Real Madrid and Leganes on January 24, 2018
Team News: Mateo Kovacic preferred to Casemiro as Real Madrid welcome Bayern Munich
Mateo Kovacic is a surprise inclusion for Real Madrid as they welcome Bayern Munich to the Bernabeu for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final.
May 1, 17:48
Mohamed Salah has a roll during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool "lucky" to have Mohamed Salah
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes that Mohamed Salah has matured since leaving Chelsea, describing the forward's rise to the top as a "difficult" journey.
May 1, 17:47
Jurgen Klopp at the Premier League match between Liverpool and Stoke City on April 28, 2018
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: 'We will fight for our dreams'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that his side have a "great opportunity" to maintain their dream of going all the way in the Champions League when they take on Roma.
May 1, 17:33
Roberto Firmino celebrates scoring the fourth during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Georginio Wijnaldum: 'Roberto Firmino contract extension a good sign'
Georginio Wijnaldum talks up the importance of Roberto Firmino to Liverpool and admits that the Brazilian's contract extension "is a good sign" for the club.
May 1, 17:22
Alvaro Morata watches on from the bench during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Juventus keen to take back Alvaro Morata on loan from Chelsea?
A report claims that Alvaro Morata may be given the chance to swap Chelsea for Juventus at the end of the season, as the Italian club are looking to agree a loan deal.
May 1, 17:08
Danny Drinkwater in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
West Ham United plotting summer move for Danny Drinkwater?
Chelsea outcast Danny Drinkwater may be offered a Premier League lifeline by West Ham United at the end of the season, according to a report.
May 1, 16:56
Jese celebrates during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Arsenal on August 19, 2017
Jese Rodriguez given further compassionate leave by Stoke City
Jese Rodriguez's loan spell with Stoke City is over after being given unpaid leave until the end of the season, at which point he will return to Paris Saint-Germain.
May 1, 16:43
Marc Albrighton fouls Jordon Ibe during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Bournemouth on May 21, 2017
Marc Albrighton charged with improper conduct by FA
Marc Albrighton faces an extended two-match ban following his reaction to being dismissed in Leicester City's 5-0 defeat to Crystal Palace.
May 1, 16:33
Roma's Radja Nainggolan in action against Juventus on May 14, 2017
Radja Nainggolan: 'Roma cannot make same mistakes in second leg'
Radja Nainggolan calls for an improved performance from his Roma teammates as they target a second three-goal European comeback on home soil in the space of a month.
May 1, 16:20
Mohamed Salah is embraced by Jordan Henderson during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Eusebio Di Francesco: 'Liverpool tougher to overcome than Barcelona'
Eusebio Di Francesco is confident that Roma can overturn their three-goal deficit against Liverpool, but says it will be even tougher than overcoming Barcelona.
May 1, 16:08
Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring the second during the Champions League semi-final game between Liverpool and Roma on April 24, 2018
Eusebio Di Francesco: 'Roma cannot just focus on Mohamed Salah'
Roma boss Eusebio Di Francesco insists that he 'will not change his entire team' in an attempt to stop the threat of Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah.
May 1, 15:55
General view inside the Emirates, taken September 2016
Arsenal 'consider naming stand after Arsene Wenger'
A report claims that Arsenal will consider renaming a section of the Emirates Stadium after Arsene Wenger when he bows out later this month.
May 1, 15:44
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