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England select 11 table tennis players for Commonwealth Games
Paul Drinkhall and Kelly Sibley are among England's 11-strong table tennis contingent for the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast.
Feb 7, 11:38
Mauricio Pochettino keeps it casual during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino plans to rotate for Newport County replay
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino acknowledges the importance of seeing off Newport County in the FA Cup, but intends to do it with a mix-and-match XI.
Feb 7, 11:22
Troy Deeney of Watford scores a goal from the penalty spot against Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Javi Gracia: Watford's victory over Chelsea "is unforgettable'
Watford boss Javi Gracia hails his players following Monday's 4-1 win over Chelsea at Vicarage Road, marking his first home game in charge in an "unforgettable" manner.
Feb 7, 11:10
Philippe Coutinho in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Philippe Coutinho 'honoured' to represent Barcelona
Barcelona playmaker Philippe Coutinho admits that he feels 'honoured and privileged' to share the same dressing room as some of football's biggest names at Camp Nou.
Feb 7, 10:58
Jurgen Klopp arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Emmanuel Petit: 'Jurgen Klopp betrayed Liverpool's DNA'
Emmanuel Petit questions Jurgen Klopp's decision to make 'defensive changes' when Liverpool were protecting a lead against Tottenham Hotspur.
Feb 7, 10:47
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Everton on February 3, 2018
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: 'Henrikh Mkhitaryan convinced me to join Arsenal'
Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reveals that he was convinced to join the club by Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who also made a mid-season switch to the Emirates Stadium.
Feb 7, 10:34
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Hebei China Fortune plotting audacious bid for Lionel Messi?
Hebei Fortune are reportedly willing to hand over £626m to sign Lionel Messi, who they hope will follow in the footsteps of Javier Mascherano by making the switch.
Feb 7, 10:24
Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Report: No discussions between Antonio Conte, Roman Abramovich
A report claims that Antonio Conte's Chelsea job is safe for the time being, as owner Roman Abramovich is not actively seeking any potential successors.
Feb 7, 10:11
Troy Deeney of Watford scores a goal from the penalty spot against Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Ten-man Chelsea suffer heavy defeat at Watford
Champions Chelsea lose 4-1 away to Watford in the Premier League as the pressure on manager Antonio Conte continues to grow.
Feb 5, 21:57
Tiemoue Bakayoko of Chelsea is shown a second yellow card for this foul on Richarlison of Watford on February 5, 2018
Live Commentary: Watford 4-1 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Watford's 4-1 win over Chelsea, as the Hornets rallied late on to earn a rare victory in this fixture.
Feb 5, 19:00
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
Report: Tottenham Hotspur out of running for Max Meyer
Schalke 04 midfielder Max Meyer, due to become a free agent in the summer, is reportedly no longer wanted by Tottenham Hotspur.
Feb 5, 16:31
Jack Colback of Newcastle United in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Newcastle United and Southampton at St James Park on August 9, 2015 in Newcastle, England.
Jack Colback slams Rafael Benitez for 'showing lack of respect'
Jack Colback claims that he has "been treated like a number more than a human being" by Newcastle United this season.
Feb 5, 16:21
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Head coach Carl Hogg to leave Worcester Warriors at end of season
Carl Hogg will leave Worcester Warriors at the end of the season after five years, as he steps aside in time for the arrival of Alan Solomons.
Feb 5, 16:12
Arsenal pair Nacho Monreal and Alex Iwobi celebrate during their side's EFL Cup semi-final with Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Arsenal planning lucrative return to Asia for pre-season tour?
Arsenal are being lined up to compete in the 2018 International Champions Cup in Singapore, according to a report.
Feb 5, 16:02
A more recent picture of Simon Grayson while in charge of Preston North End on April 22, 2016
Simon Grayson 'interested in vacant Leeds United job'
Simon Grayson reportedly wants to return to Leeds United six years after being sacked, as the Whites seek a replacement for Thomas Christiansen.
Feb 5, 15:47
Irish players celebrate next to a dejected Joe Ledley after the World Cup qualifier between Wales and the Republic of Ireland on October 9, 2017
Northern Ireland to face Republic of Ireland in November friendly
Northern Ireland will travel to the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on November 15 for a friendly with Republic of Ireland - the first meeting between the sides since May 2011.
Feb 5, 15:34
Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Ernesto Valverde: 'Everything went against Barcelona at Espanyol'
Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde declares himself happy with the fighting spirit shown by his side to earn a late 1-1 draw against Espanyol in difficult conditions.
Feb 5, 15:22
Alvaro Morata in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Report: Alvaro Morata emerges as Paris Saint-Germain target
A report claims that Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata is on Paris Saint-Germain's radar ahead of the summer transfer window.
Feb 5, 15:11
Kevin De Bruyne in action during the EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Bristol City on January 9, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Manchester City players feeling the strain'
Kevin De Bruyne admits that he and his Manchester City teammates "feel rubbish" due to their gruelling schedule across the opening six months of the season.
Feb 5, 14:59
Riyad Mahrez in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Algeria boss: "Riyad Mahrez deserves better than Leicester City"
Algeria boss Rabah Madjer urges Riyad Mahrez to return to Leicester City training before earning a move to a club of bigger stature.
Feb 5, 14:49
Ethan Ampadu in action during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea trying to build with youngsters'
Antonio Conte insists that Chelsea "are trying to build something important" with their younger players, rather than through "words or money".
Feb 5, 14:36
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
Barcelona told to wait for Gremio midfielder Arthur Melo until December
Gremio president Romildo Bolzan Jr reveals that the club had been in talks with Barcelona over the sale of Arthur Melo, but he will not be leaving before December.
Feb 5, 14:24
Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri at the game against Lazio on April 9, 2017
Maurizio Sarri distances himself from Chelsea job
Maurizio Sarri says that he sees no reason not to commit his future to Napoli by penning a new deal, amid claims that Chelsea are hopeful of luring him to West London.
Feb 5, 14:10
Harry Kane rues a missed opportunity in Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League match against Stoke City on December 9, 2017
Harry Kane admits to penalty nerves after rescuing late point
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane reckons that his side were deservedly awarded a second penalty against Liverpool, which he converted to rescue a dramatic 2-2 draw.
Feb 4, 19:25
A menacing Jurgen Klopp during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Liverpool on December 22, 2017
Jurgen Klopp "does not understand" penalty calls in Tottenham Hotspur draw
Jurgen Klopp accuses referee Jon Moss and his officials of costing Liverpool victory against Tottenham Hotspur in Sunday's meeting at Anfield.
Feb 4, 19:14
Mauricio Pochettino shouts during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Southampton on March 19, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur were much better than Liverpool'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino claims that his side "dropped two points" against Liverpool as they did enough to warrant victory.
Feb 4, 19:00
Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley in action during his side's EFL Cup semi-final with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Report: Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley injured in training
Ross Barkley has reportedly been ruled out of Monday's meeting with Watford after becoming the eighth Chelsea player to injure his hamstring this season.
Feb 4, 18:50
Juan Mata in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Juan Mata dedicates win over Huddersfield Town to Munich air crash victims
Juan Mata says that the win over Huddersfield was "special" as it gave Manchester United's players a chance to pay their respect to those lost in the Munich air crash.
Feb 4, 18:36
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson tries to tempt you to the dark side during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Roy Hodgson: 'Point does not help Crystal Palace, Newcastle United'
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson admits that falling behind in games before recovering has "been the trademark" of his side's campaign after doing so again on Sunday.
Feb 4, 18:22
Rafael Benitez gives instructions during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Rafael Benitez bemoans awarding of "soft" Crystal Palace penalty
Rafael Benitez claims that referee Andre Marriner was wrong to award Crystal Palace a penalty in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Newcastle United.
Feb 4, 18:09
General view inside Ibrox from 2009
Graeme Murty praises Alfredo Morelos for 'focused' display
Graeme Murty says that Colombian striker Alfredo Morelos "did okay" on his return to the Rangers side, a few days on from seeing a deadline-day move blocked.
Feb 4, 17:57
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos in action during his side's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur
Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos: 'It has been one of our worst years'
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos refuses to play down the "complicated situation" that his side find themselves in, having dropped points for the ninth time this season.
Feb 4, 17:47
Keylor Navas in action for Real Madrid during the Champions League final on June 3, 2017
Keylor Navas welcomes talk of goalkeeper competition
Real Madrid glovesman Keylor Navas vows to fight for the number-one jersey should a new goalkeeper be signed in the summer.
Feb 4, 17:37
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Report: Liverpool keen to snap up Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere
A report claims that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is wanted by Liverpool, who intend to pounce once his contract expires at the end of the season.
Feb 4, 17:24
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte: Chelsea "two or three players" short
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte intends to sign "two or three players" in the next transfer window, but acknowledges that the Blues must be "realistic" with their business.
Feb 4, 17:10
Aaron Ramsey scores the opener during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Everton on February 3, 2018
Aaron Ramsey nets hat-trick as Arsenal thrash Everton
Arsenal beat Everton 5-1 at the Emirates Stadium to return to winning ways in the Premier League, with Aaron Ramsey netting three of the home side's goals.
Feb 3, 19:20
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores the fourth during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Everton on February 3, 2018
Live Commentary: Arsenal 5-1 Everton - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Arsenal's 5-1 win over Everton, as Aaron Ramsey netted his first career hat-trick.
Feb 3, 16:30
Raheem Sterling doth protest too much during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
Raheem Sterling miss proves costly in Burnley draw
Johann Berg Gudmundsson scores eight minutes from time to earn Burnley a 1-1 draw against Premier League leaders Manchester city at Turf Moor.
Feb 3, 14:25
Pep Guardiola applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester City and West Ham United on December 3, 2017
Live Commentary: Burnley 1-1 Manchester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Burnley's 1-1 draw with Man City, as the league leaders dropped points for just the fourth time this season.
Feb 3, 11:30
Dishevelled Reds boss Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Steven Gerrard: 'Liverpool must finish at least fourth'
Steven Gerrard says that a failure to finish in the top four this season would be deemed 'unacceptable' as far as former club Liverpool are concerned.
Feb 2, 19:31
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