Antonio Valencia and Dele Alli in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on October 28, 2017
Antonio Valencia "fine" after injury scare at The Hawthorns
Antonio Valencia takes to Instagram to post a positive update on the injury that forced him off the field during Manchester United's win over West Bromwich Albion.
Dec 18, 13:34
Everton winger Yannick Bolasie in action during his side's Premier League clash with West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Sam Allardyce: Everton "crying out" for Yannick Bolasie return
Everton manager Sam Allardyce hopes that Yannick Bolasie's possible return to action against Swansea City will bolster his side in an attacking sense.
Dec 18, 13:23
West Ham United midfielder Manuel Lanzini in action during his side's Premier League clash with Everton at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Manuel Lanzini charged with deceiving referee to win penalty
Manuel Lanzini is charged with deceiving the officials in West Ham United's win over Stoke City after diving to win a penalty at the bet365 Stadium.
Dec 18, 13:04
Paul Clement applauds during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Swansea City on August 26, 2017
Paul Clement: 'New striker a priority for Swansea City'
Paul Clement says that "it is clear" Swansea City need to strengthen in January following their struggles so far this term, particularly up top.
Dec 18, 13:01
Elias Kachunga in action for Huddersfield Town during pre-season in 2017
Elias Kachunga ruled out for three months with knee ligament injury
Elias Kachunga is facing around three months on the sidelines with knee ligament damage, but left-back Chris Lowe is unlikely to spend any time out with his foot injury.
Dec 18, 12:53
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte wants end to speculation over his Chelsea future
Antonio Conte claims that rumours regarding his long-term future at Chelsea could be having a negative effect on his players.
Dec 18, 12:41
Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on December 16, 2017
Manchester City brush aside Tottenham Hotspur to extend winning run
Manchester City beat Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 at the Etihad Stadium to make it 16 victories in succession in the Premier League.
Dec 16, 19:25
Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring the opener with Fernandinho during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur on December 16, 2017
Live Commentary: Manchester City 4-1 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester City's 4-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur, as the Citizens made it 16 league victories in a row.
Dec 16, 16:29
Jose Mourinho applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Manchester United's trip to West Bromwich Albion.
Dec 15, 15:45
Andres Iniesta celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Preview:Barcelona vs. Deportivo La Coruna - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of unbeaten Barcelona's home match against Deportivo La Coruna at Camp Nou.
Dec 15, 14:18
Everton striker Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Craig Shakespeare: 'Wayne Rooney enjoying purple patch'
Craig Shakespeare says that Wayne Rooney is currently enjoying "a purple patch", which has coincided with Everton's improved form.
Dec 14, 18:32
Jose Mourinho is bent out of all recognition during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Jose Mourinho asked to explain Manchester City 'dive' comments
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is questioned by the Football Association over comments made prior to last weekend's defeat to Manchester City.
Dec 14, 18:22
Alexis Sanchez celebrates during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Huddersfield Town on November 29, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Alexis Sanchez not solely to blame'
Arsene Wenger says that Arsenal's failure to get off the mark against West Ham United was down to the team as a whole, rather than certain individuals.
Dec 14, 18:11
Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring for Everton against Huddersfield Town on December 2, 2017
Young Everton trio sign new contracts at Goodison Park
Dominic Calvert-Lewin agrees a new contract at Everton until June 2023, while two other youngsters also commit their long-term future to the club.
Dec 14, 17:58
David Silva in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Manchester City on December 10, 2017
Pep Guardiola hails 'complete' midfielder David Silva
Pep Guardiola says that Manchester City midfielder David Silva "has everything", having scored in three successive Premier League matches.
Dec 14, 17:46
Tottenham Hotspur defender Danny Rose in action during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Danny Rose: Manchester City "look frightening"
Danny Rose admits that he and his Tottenham Hotspur teammates are 'relishing' the chance to end Manchester City's winning run when they lock horns this weekend.
Dec 14, 17:37
Gianluigi Donnarumma in action during the Serie A game between Roma and Milan on December 12, 2016
Gennaro Gattuso defends Gianluigi Donnarumma after fan abuse
Gennaro Gattuso calls on supporters to stop targeting Gianluigi Donnarumma, amid suggestions that the young goalkeeper is seeking a move away from AC Milan.
Dec 14, 17:24
Tony Pulis barks orders during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Watford on December 3, 2016
Report: Wales managerial shortlist down to three names
Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs is reportedly one of three contenders to replace Chris Coleman as the next manager of Wales.
Dec 14, 17:10
Sean Dyche gives orders during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Sean Dyche: 'Burnley form beyond all expectations'
Sean Dyche admits that he never envisaged seeing Burnley sitting as high as sixth in the Premier League table at this stage of the season.
Dec 14, 17:01
Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere: 'No progress on contract talks'
Jack Wilshere reveals that he has yet to begin talks on a new contract with Arsenal, despite being free to speak to foreign clubs from the start of next month.
Dec 14, 16:49
Fraser Forster saves a Christian Benteke shot during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Roy Hodgson 'concerned' by form of striker Christian Benteke
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson admits that Christian Benteke's failure to find the net "is a concern", with the Belgian striker's scoreless run stretching to 13 matches.
Dec 14, 16:38
Dele Alli celebrates scoring during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Harry Redknapp: 'Tottenham Hotspur will be biggest test for Manchester City'
Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp expects Manchester City to be pushed all the way when playing host to the Lilywhites on Saturday evening.
Dec 14, 16:26
Rafael Benitez gives instructions during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Rafael Benitez: 'I need to know how much I can spend in January'
Rafael Benitez is still unsure whether he will be given money to bring in new players during the January transfer window, as takeover talks continue behind the scenes.
Dec 14, 16:13
A general shot of the corner flag at the Etihad Stadium prior to Manchester City's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on November 5, 2016
Preview:Manchester City vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Manchester City's meeting with Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 14, 15:12
Eagles manager Alan Pardew watches on during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on December 3, 2016
Alan Pardew: West Bromwich Albion players "can be very proud"
Alan Pardew says that his West Bromwich Albion players "can be very proud" after keeping Liverpool relatively quiet in Wednesday's goalless draw.
Dec 14, 12:29
Mauricio Pellegrino observes the action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Watford on September 9, 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino bemoans "awful" Southampton display
Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino confesses that his side produced a "really bad" display and were deservedly beaten by Leicester City on Wednesday night.
Dec 14, 12:16
David Silva celebrates his opener during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Manchester City on December 10, 2017
Paul Clement: 'Manchester City made Swansea City suffer'
Swansea City manager Paul Clement admits that his side were outclassed by Manchester City, whom he describes as "one of the best sides" he has come across.
Dec 14, 12:04
Mauro Icardi in action for Inter Milan in September 2017
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane will not request striker signing
Zinedine Zidane says that he is "happy" with the performance levels of each of his Real Madrid players, as he leaps to the defence of misfiring striker Karim Benzema.
Dec 14, 11:52
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal will not stop fighting for title'
Arsene Wenger says that Arsenal will continue taking it one game at a time, as he once again refuses to rule his side out of the Premier League title race.
Dec 14, 11:40
New Everton boss Sam Allardyce is presented to the crowd ahead of the match with Huddersfield Town on December 2, 2017
Sam Allardyce: 'Everton are running on empty'
Sam Allardyce insists that "there is obviously room for improvement", despite his revived Everton side picking up a fourth win in five matches.
Dec 14, 11:30
Henrikh Mkhitaryan scores the second during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'No room for Henrikh Mkhitaryan in Manchester United squad'
Jose Mourinho explains the ongoing absence of Henrikh Mkhitaryan from Manchester United's matchday squad, claiming that others are more deserving of a place on the bench.
Dec 14, 11:17
A shaven-headed Jack Wilshere in action during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Arsene Wenger praises Jack Wilshere contribution in West Ham United stalemate
Arsene Wenger says that Jack Wilshere "contributed very well" against West Ham United on his first top-flight start for Arsenal in 19 months.
Dec 14, 11:06
Romelu Lukaku looks unimpressed while playing for Manchester United in August 2017
Eddie Howe: 'Romelu Lukaku lucky not to see a red card'
Eddie Howe suggests that Romelu Lukaku "should have been off the pitch" before the end of the first half for his challenges on Nathan Ake and Harry Arter.
Dec 14, 10:56
Virgil van Dijk warms up prior to the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Manchester City 'make Virgil van Dijk top transfer target'
Liverpool face competition from Manchester City for the January signing of Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk, according to a report.
Dec 14, 10:44
Joe Root in action for England in July 2016
Dawid Malan hits maiden century to lead England charge
Dawid Malan and Jonny Bairstow share an unbeaten partnership of 174 as England end day one of their third Test meeting with Australia on 305-4.
Dec 14, 10:34
Rafael Benitez squats and barks during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Report: Rafael Benitez given £30m transfer kitty for January window
A report claims that Amanda Staveley's PCP Capital Partners company will back Rafael Benitez with £30m in January, ahead of completing a takeover of Newcastle United.
Dec 14, 10:19
Eric Bailly, Wilfred Ndidi and Jamie Vardy in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Eric Bailly may require surgery on ankle'
Manchester United defender Eric Bailly is facing the prospect of a long-term layoff as the ankle injury sustained on international duty last month may require surgery.
Dec 14, 10:10
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Romelu Lukaku earns Manchester United nervy win over Bournemouth
Romelu Lukaku's first-half header proves enough for Manchester United to earn a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth at Old Trafford.
Dec 13, 21:58
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho on the touchline ahead of the Premier League match against Sunderland on April 9, 2017
Live Commentary: Manchester United 1-0 Bournemouth - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester United's 1-0 win over Bournemouth, as the hosts returned to winning ways in an unconvincing manner.
Dec 13, 18:59
Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
James McArthur hails "outstanding" Wilfried Zaha
Crystal Palace midfielder James McArthur heaps praise on Wilfried Zaha for his level of consistency in helping to drag the club out of the relegation zone.
Dec 13, 16:59
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