Manchester City players celebrate winning the EFL Cup on February 25, 2018
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City nowhere near Barcelona's level'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola targets Champions League glory with the Citizens before comparisons with his former Barcelona side can begin.
Mar 6, 14:47
England's Dylan Hartley in action on June 18, 2016
England captain Dylan Hartley doubtful for France match
England may be without Dylan Hartley against France in Paris on Saturday, as the Red Rose skipper is struggling with a leg injury.
Mar 6, 14:33
Davide Astori in action for Fiorentina in February 2016
Fiorentina, Cagliari retire Davide Astori's No.13 shirt
Davide Astori's number 13 shirt will be kept permanently vacant by former clubs Fiorentina and Cagliari following his death at the age of 31.
Mar 6, 14:22
Mikel Arteta pictured in late 2011
Mikel Arteta considered "too arrogant" for Arsenal job?
A report claims that Arsenal's players have made clear they do not want Manchester City coach Mikel Arteta to be considered as a potential replacement for Arsene Wenger.
Mar 6, 14:09
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane celebrates scoring for his side during their Champions League Group H clash with Borussia Dortmund at Wembley on September 13, 2017
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. Juventus - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Tottenham's Champions League last-16 second-leg tie against Juventus.
Mar 6, 13:04
Corentin Tolisso in action for Bayern Munich on October 21, 2017
Bayern Munich thump Freiburg to close in on title
Bayern Munich beat Freiburg 4-0 at the Schwarzwald-Stadion to open up a 20-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga table.
Mar 4, 18:52
Scott McTominay in action for Manchester United on February 25, 2018
Manchester United youngster Scott McTominay 'chooses Scotland over England'
A report claims that Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay has decided to represent Scotland at international level, rather than country of birth England.
Mar 4, 18:36
Pep Guardiola applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City one step closer to title'
Pep Guardiola acknowledges the importance of Manchester City's 1-0 win over Chelsea, admitting that his side are now within touching distance of the title.
Mar 4, 18:25
Alan Pardew in charge of West Bromwich Albion on December 17, 2017
West Bromwich Albion manager Alan Pardew calls for unity in relegation scrap
Alan Pardew asks West Bromwich Albion fans to turn up in their numbers for next weekend's home clash against Leicester City, with time running out to collect points.
Mar 4, 18:14
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Chris Hughton backs Arsene Wenger to stay on as Arsenal boss
Brighton & Hove Albion boss Chris Hughton hopes to see Arsene Wenger stay on at Arsenal, despite the Frenchman suffering his worst run in two decades at the club.
Mar 4, 17:59
Arsene Wenger and his backroom staff in despair during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City on March 1, 2018
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger: 'I can turn things around'
Arsene Wenger says that he has "enough experience and enough desire" to get Arsenal's season back on track, having lost eight of their last 13 matches.
Mar 4, 17:48
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo at the EFL cup against Manchester City on October 24, 2017
Pressure rising for probe into Wolverhampton Wanderers' transfer dealings?
A report claims that pressure is growing on the Football League and Football Association to look into Wolverhampton Wanderers' transfer activity from the past year.
Mar 4, 17:35
Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius in action for his side during their Champions League Group E clash with Sevilla at Anfield on September 13, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Loris Karius is justifying his selection'
Jurgen Klopp acknowledges the importance of Loris Karius's save late in the first half of Liverpool's eventual 2-0 win over Newcastle United.
Mar 4, 17:20
Manchester City players celebrate winning the EFL Cup on February 25, 2018
Ashley Young: 'Manchester United not in awe of Manchester City'
Manchester United's Ashley Young insists that his side are only focusing on themselves and not paying attention to Manchester City's push for a famous treble.
Mar 4, 17:10
Anthony Joshua pictured at a computer game launch in August 2017
Deontay Wilder "ready" for Anthony Joshua after beating Luis Ortiz
Deontay Wilder is "ready" for a blockbuster showdown with Anthony Joshua as he attempts to unify the heavyweight division.
Mar 4, 16:57
Cenk Tosun in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Everton on January 13, 2018
Everton striker Cenk Tosun admits to early struggles
January arrival Cenk Tosun vows to "play better and score more goals" after getting off the mark with his first strike for the club against Burnley.
Mar 4, 16:46
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Arsene Wenger rules out top-four finish after latest setback
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that his side can now forget about finishing in the Premier League's top four after losing for a third league game in a row.
Mar 4, 16:32
Petr Cech in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on December 18, 2016
Petr Cech accept blame for Brighton & Hove Albion loss
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech admits that he should have done better to keep out both Brighton & Hove Albion goals after going an 11th match without a clean sheet.
Mar 4, 16:21
Brighton & Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Chris Hughton: 'Brighton & Hove Albion worthy winners'
Chris Hughton claims that Brighton & Hove Albion "were worthy winners" in their home meeting with Arsenal, having scored twice early on and then held on for the victory.
Mar 4, 16:08
Davide Astori in action for Fiorentina in February 2016
Fiorentina: 'Cause of Davide Astori death still unknown'
An autopsy is to be carried out on Davide Astori to determine how the Fiorentina captain died, the club's press officer Arturo Mastronardi reveals.
Mar 4, 15:03
Jay Rodriguez in action for West Bromwich Albion during his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal
West Bromwich Albion bracing themselves for mass player exodus?
Everton, Crystal Palace, Burnley and Stoke City are all reportedly circling around West Bromwich Albion players and are ready to pounce should the Baggies go down.
Mar 4, 14:50
Philippe Coutinho in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Team News: Philippe Coutinho, Gerard Pique restored to Barcelona XI
Philippe Coutinho and Gerard Pique return to Barcelona's starting lineup for the crunch clash against Atletico Madrid, as Ernesto Valverde makes four changes to his side.
Mar 4, 14:15
Wigan Athletic manager Paul Cook pictured on January 17, 2018
Wigan Athletic battle back to earn crucial point at Blackburn Rovers
Second-half goals from Michael Jacobs and Max Power earn Wigan Athletic a 2-2 draw against League One leaders Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park.
Mar 4, 13:53
Watford captain Troy Deeney in action during his side's Premier League clash with Arsenal
Javi Gracia "very happy" for Troy Deeney after returning to scoring ways
Javi Gracia says that he is "very happy" for Troy Deeney, who has earned Watford six points from their last two games thanks to his match-winning strikes.
Mar 4, 13:45
David Wagner watches on during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
David Wagner: 'Tottenham Hotspur too good for Huddersfield Town'
David Wagner acknowledges that Huddersfield Town were "beaten by quality", having struggled to compete in their 2-0 defeat away at Tottenham Hotspur.
Mar 4, 13:33
Davide Astori black and white P1 image
Gianluigi Buffon leads tributes to Davide Astori following midfielder's death
Gianluigi Buffon offers his condolences to the family of Davide Astori following the untimely death of his former Italy teammate at the age of 31.
Mar 4, 13:23
Baggies manager Alan Pardew watches on during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United on December 17, 2017
Report: Alan Pardew on brink of West Bromwich Albion sack
A report claims that Alan Pardew is unlikely to still be in charge of West Bromwich Albion come their next Premier League outing in a week's time.
Mar 4, 13:05
Zlatan Ibrahimovic takes a shot during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'tempted' by Major League Soccer move
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is not ruling out a move Stateside to see out his career, admitting that he particularly enjoys the way of life in Los Angeles.
Mar 4, 12:53
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Team News: Jack Wilshere back as Arsenal make three changes
Jack Wilshere returns as Arsenal make three changes for the trip to Brighton & Hove Albion, while Aaron Ramsey is left out of the 18-man squad altogether.
Mar 4, 12:34
Arsene Wenger and his backroom staff in despair during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City on March 1, 2018
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal have gone backwards'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger concedes that his side have taken a backwards step as the Frenchman heads towards his worst season in Premier League management.
Mar 4, 12:24
Davide Astori in action for Fiorentina in February 2016
Serie A matches postponed following Davide Astori's shock death
Seven Serie A fixtures are called off following the death of Fiorentina captain Davide Astori, including this evening's Milan derby at San Siro.
Mar 4, 12:12
Ryan Sessegnon of Fulham during the Championship match against Middlesbrough on September 23, 2017
Manchester City 'to rival Tottenham Hotspur for Ryan Sessegnon'
A report claims that Manchester City plan on outbidding Tottenham Hotspur for the signing of versatile left-sided teenager Ryan Sessegnon.
Mar 3, 23:03
Leeds United manager Garry Monk on November 29, 2016
Garry Monk to take on vacant Birmingham City managerial job?
A report claims that Garry Monk will be appointed as Birmingham City's next manager and could bring former number two Pep Clotet with him.
Mar 3, 22:51
Carlos Carvalhal watches on during the FA Cup game between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Swansea City on January 6, 2018
Carlos Carvalhal proud after "best performance" since taking charge
Swansea City manager Carlos Carvalhal claims that Saturday's 4-1 win over West Ham United was his side's "best performance" since he took charge in December.
Mar 3, 22:38
Mauricio Pellegrino observes the action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Watford on September 9, 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino calls for unity in relegation scrap
Mauricio Pellegrino insists that he is "working really hard" to find a solution for Southampton's troubles after winning one of their last 16 league games.
Mar 3, 22:26
Paul Lambert in charge of Aston Villa in February 2015
Stoke City boss Paul Lambert hails defensive resilience
Stoke City manager Paul Lambert heaps praise on his players for 'defending strongly' to earn a goalless draw away to fellow strugglers Southampton.
Mar 3, 22:13
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Roma end Napoli's winning run to inflict title blow
Roma score a couple of goals in either half to overcome Napoli 4-2 in the Derby del Sole, ending the Serie A pacesetters' winning run at 10 matches.
Mar 3, 21:40
Brum boss Steve Cotterill watches on during the Championship game between Birmingham City and Cardiff City on October 13, 2017
Birmingham City confirm Steve Cotterill sacking
Birmingham City confirm that manager Steve Cotterill has been sacked, along with several members of his backroom coaching team.
Mar 3, 21:20
Riyad Mahrez in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Eddie Howe: Riyad Mahrez goal "a moment of magic"
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe believes that his side did everything required to leave Leicester City with all three points, having been dealt a blow in the 97th minute.
Mar 3, 21:17
Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid on September 17, 2017
Filipe Luis "convinced" Antoine Griezmann yet to decide on future
Filipe Luis claims that Antoine Griezmann is "very happy" at Atletico Madrid and does not expect him to move on in the summer.
Mar 3, 21:04
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