Danny Welbeck and Adam Smith in action during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Arsenal on January 14, 2018
Arsene Wenger: 'Danny Welbeck offers England a lot'
Arsene Wenger backs Arsenal attacker Danny Welbeck for a place in England's World Cup squad due to his versatility across the frontline.
Apr 15, 12:09
Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo have a chat during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo left out of Real Madrid squad
Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo are not included as part of Real Madrid's 19-man squad for Sunday evening's trip to Malaga, while Luka Modric also misses out.
Apr 15, 11:57
Alexandre Lacazette celebrates scoring the Gunners' second during the Europa League quarter-final game between Arsenal and CSKA Moscow on April 5, 2018
Team News: Alexandre Lacazette, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang paired together
Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang are both handed starts as Arsenal take on Newcastle United.
Apr 15, 11:33
Everton manager Sam Allardyce at the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Swansea City hit back to earn point against Everton
Swansea City earn a 1-1 draw at home to Everton to move five points clear of the Premier League relegation zone.
Apr 14, 15:54
Carlos Carvalhal watches on during the FA Cup game between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Swansea City on January 6, 2018
Live Commentary: Swansea City 1-1 Everton - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Swansea City's 1-1 draw with Everton, as a well-taken Jordan Ayew strike earned the hosts a point.
Apr 14, 13:00
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on July 30, 2016
Jack Grealish: 'I had to pinch myself when John Terry signed'
Jack Grealish talks up the impact made by John Terry during his season with Aston Villa, and admits that he was surprised to see the centre-back join the club last summer.
Apr 14, 12:53
Angel Rangel in action for Swansea City on October 1, 2016
Angel Rangel: 'Swansea City future is out of my hands'
Angel Rangel acknowledges that he may have to bring an end to his time with Swansea City in the summer if he wants to play regular first-team football.
Apr 14, 12:40
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
Joe Cole targets return to Chelsea in coaching capacity
Tampa Bay Rowdies midfielder Joe Cole wants to return to Chelsea as part of the club's coaching setup once he brings his playing career to an end.
Apr 14, 12:29
Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock chats to assistant Kevin Blackwell in October 2017
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce: Neil Warnock is "a canny old fox"
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce gives a backhanded compliment to Cardiff City counterpart Neil Warnock for his use of tactics in this week's league meeting.
Apr 14, 12:21
Harry Maguire in action during the international friendly between England and Germany on November 10, 2017
England defender Harry Maguire hopeful of World Cup place
Harry Maguire intends to finish the season strongly with Leicester City to nail down a spot in England's backline in time for the World Cup.
Apr 14, 12:09
Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Crystal Palace on March 10, 2018
Olivier Giroud: 'Chelsea still the best club in England'
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud believes that his side have been the best in English football in recent years, despite currently languishing down in fifth place.
Apr 14, 09:56
Joel Asoro in action for Sunderland on August 21, 2016
Newcastle United 'eyeing Sunderland youngsters Joel Asoro, Josh Maja'
Sunderland youngsters Joel Asoro and Josh Maja are transfer targets for rivals Newcastle United, according to a report.
Apr 14, 09:46
Aaron Ramsey scores the third during the Europa League quarter-final game between Arsenal and CSKA Moscow on April 5, 2018
Petr Cech talks up importance of winning Europa League
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech admits that "there is a big responsibility for everyone" at the club to go all the way in this season's Europa League.
Apr 14, 09:36
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on November 28, 2017
Dele Alli does not fear backlash from Manchester City
Dele Alli says that "Manchester City are only human" and can be hurt by Tottenham Hotspur in Saturday evening's clash at Wembley Stadium.
Apr 14, 09:25
Jean Michael Seri in action for Nice in 2016
Report: Chelsea open talks with Nice for Jean Michael Seri
A report claims that Nice midfielder Jean Michael Seri is wanted by Chelsea, who are prepared to hand over the £35m required to snap him up.
Apr 14, 09:15
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal on April 23, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester United can still catch Manchester City'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola insists that his side cannot celebrate winning the title just yet as rivals Manchester United could still catch them at the top.
Apr 14, 09:03
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I am not solely to blame for poor title defence'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that the blame for missing out on a place in the top four of the Premier League must be 'divided with his players'.
Apr 14, 08:51
A general view inside Old Trafford ahead of the Champions League group game between Manchester United and Benfica on October 31, 2017
Manchester City 'to consider groundsharing with Manchester United'
A report claims that Manchester United could groundshare with Manchester City if the Red Devils continue with plans to redevelop their Old Trafford home.
Apr 14, 08:39
Daley Blind in action for Manchester United on October 31, 2017
Daley Blind vows to fight for spot in Manchester United team
Versatile Manchester United defender Daley Blind vows to "keep working hard" in an attempt to hold down a place in the first team.
Apr 14, 08:28
Lewis Hamilton pictured in May 2017
Lewis Hamilton fourth in Chinese Grand Prix qualifying
Lewis Hamilton finishes fourth in qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix, unable to get to within a second of Ferrari rival Sebastian Vettel.
Apr 14, 08:14
Mousa Dembele in action for Spurs on March 11, 2018
Combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man City
Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City squads ahead of Saturday evening's clash at Wembley Stadium.
Apr 14, 07:00
Harry Kane celebrates with Son Heung-min after scoring the second during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton on January 13, 2018
How Tottenham Hotspur could line up against Manchester City
Sports Mole looks at how Tottenham Hotspur could line up against Manchester City in the pick of this weekend's Premier League games.
Apr 14, 01:06
Gabriel Jesus celebrates scoring the second during the Champions League group game between Manchester City and Napoli on October 17, 2017
How Manchester City could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Ahead of Manchester City's trip to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, Sports Mole looks at the starting lineup Pep Guardiola may select.
Apr 14, 01:05
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo's record vs. Malaga
As Real Madrid prepare to take on Malaga at La Rosaleda, Sports Mole looks at Cristiano Ronaldo's record in this fixture down the years.
Apr 13, 14:50
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Lionel Messi's record vs. Valencia
Sports Mole looks at how Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has fared against Valencia in previous meetings ahead of Los Che's trip to Camp Nou this weekend.
Apr 13, 14:20
Harry Kane reacts to a missed opportunity during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on December 16, 2017
Harry Kane's record vs. Manchester City
Ahead of Tottenham Hotspur's home match with Manchester City, Sports Mole looks at Harry Kane's past record against the Citizens.
Apr 13, 13:54
Jurgen Klopp in action during the Champions League quarter-final game between Liverpool and Manchester City on April 4, 2018
Liverpool paired with Roma in Champions League semi-finals
Liverpool will face Roma for a place in the final of the Champions League, while Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have been paired together in the other semi-final.
Apr 13, 11:15
A triumphant Eddie Howe after the Premier League game between Stoke City and Bournemouth on October 21, 2017
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe promises tough game for Liverpool
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says that his side are now a lot harder to beat compared to the first half of the season, having lost two of their last 14 league games.
Apr 13, 11:10
A dejected Wayne Rooney during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Sam Allardyce plays down Wayne Rooney reaction to being subbed
Sam Allardyce insists that Wayne Rooney's angry reaction to being taken off in Everton's meeting with Liverpool has been blown completely out of proportion.
Apr 13, 10:57
West Ham United's Arthur Masuaku shoots past Newcastle United players in the Premier League on December 23, 2017
Arthur Masuaku 'a £20m summer target for Tottenham Hotspur'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen to sign West Ham United's Arthur Masuaku, who is also attracting interest from Chelsea and Monaco.
Apr 13, 10:44
Jonny Evans in action during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United on December 17, 2017
Jonny Evans to snub Arsenal in hope of Manchester City move?
West Bromwich Albion defender Jonny Evans is holding out for a move to Manchester City rather than Arsenal as he does not want to relocate, according to a report.
Apr 13, 10:31
Alexandre Lacazette celebrates scoring the Gunners' second during the Europa League quarter-final game between Arsenal and CSKA Moscow on April 5, 2018
Arsenal handed tough Atletico Madrid draw in semi-finals
Arsenal are paired with Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals of the Europa League, while Marseille will take on Red Bull Salzburg over two legs.
Apr 13, 10:12
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Roy Keane: 'Jack Wilshere's career is drifting'
Jack Wilshere is fortunate to have been offered a new contract by Arsenal as his "career is drifting", according to former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane.
Apr 13, 10:06
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera in action during his side's Champions League clash with CSKA Moscow on December 5, 2017
Ander Herrera unsure if he will extend Manchester United contract
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera says that talks have started over a new contract, but he is unsure whether he will stay on at Old Trafford beyond 2019.
Apr 13, 09:56
A general shot of the new Main Stand at Anfield ahead of Liverpool's Premier League clash with Watford on November 6, 2016
Liverpool supporters voted noisiest in Premier League
A poll of 4,000 top-flight followers, former players and managers finds that Liverpool have the noisiest home and away fans in the Premier League.
Apr 13, 09:44
Gareth Bale celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Real Madrid and Deportivo La Coruna on January 21, 2018
Report: Gareth Bale expects to stay at Real Madrid
A report claims that Gareth Bale's relationship with Zinedine Zidane is at an all-time low, but the Welshman expects to still be at Real Madrid beyond the summer.
Apr 13, 09:30
Danny Welbeck of Arsenal during the Europa League match against Ostersunds FK on February 22, 2018
Arsene Wenger hails "exceptional" forward Danny Welbeck
Arsene Wenger heaps praise on Danny Welbeck for his clinical finish against CSKA Moscow in a tricky second leg for Arsenal.
Apr 13, 09:17
Harry Kane celebrates his equaliser during the Premier League game between Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur on January 21, 2018
Harry Kane enjoying battle with Mohamed Salah in race for Golden Boot
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane plans on finishing above Mohamed Salah in the Premier League scoring charts to make it a hat-trick of Golden Boot successes.
Apr 13, 09:09
Wilfried Zaha celebrates scoring Crystal Palace's second goal against Bournemouth on April 7, 2018
Wilfried Zaha hits back at critics after diving claims
Wilfried Zaha insists that he never intentionally goes to ground under contact from opponents, having been regularly accused of diving during his time at Crystal Palace.
Apr 13, 08:54
Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid on September 17, 2017
Diego Simeone defends wasteful Antoine Griezmann
Diego Simeone says that "it is impossible" for Antoine Griezmann to do any more in an Atletico Madrid shirt, as he defends the striker's display against Sporting Lisbon.
Apr 13, 08:42
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