The mighty Nuno Espirito Santo watches on during the EFL Cup game between Southampton and Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 23, 2017
Nuno Espirito Santo: 'We have to manage games better'
Nuno Espirito Santo insists that Wolverhampton Wanderers were "deserved" winners against Preston North End, but admits that his side need to control games better.
Oct 22, 09:21
Brum boss Steve Cotterill watches on during the Championship game between Birmingham City and Cardiff City on October 13, 2017
Steve Cotterill unhappy with "tentative" Birmingham City display
Steve Cotterill criticises the performance of his Birmingham City side in his second game in charge, having seen his men slip to a 2-0 loss at Millwall.
Oct 22, 09:10
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
Michael Appleton happy "to honour" Leicester City contract
Leicester City caretaker manager Michael Appleton insists that talk of succeeding Craig Shakespeare as permanent boss is 'out of his control'.
Oct 22, 08:57
Eric Dier contemplates Fermat's Last Theorem during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino accuses Jose Mourinho of unsettling Eric Dier
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino reveals that he was left unhappy when seeing Eric Dier and Jose Mourinho hold a pitchside discussion last year.
Oct 22, 08:46
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Barcelona to offer Lionel Messi 'lifetime' contract
Barcelona want Lionel Messi to 'stay at the club for life' as negotiations over a new contract for the Argentina international continue to rumble on.
Oct 22, 08:33
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger 'frightened' of retirement
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that he is 'frightened but not scared' about eventually calling it quits in North London, as he hits another milestone achievement.
Oct 22, 08:22
Mauricio Pochettino keeps it casual during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino lined up as Zinedine Zidane successor?
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly the man Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to bring in as a future replacement for Zinedine Zidane.
Oct 22, 08:10
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
Team News: Ernesto Valverde sticks with Gerard Deulofeu in attack
Gerard Deulofeu retains his starting spot for Barcelona as they take on Malaga at Camp Nou, with boss Ernesto Valverde making two changes to his side.
Oct 21, 17:52
Antonio Conte celebrates Chelsea's Premier League win over Watford on May 15, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I don't fear being sacked by Chelsea board'
Antonio Conte admits that he feels "a lot of pressure" to keep Chelsea supporters happy, but does not fear being sacked by the club's board.
Oct 21, 17:46
Roy Hodgson plays it cool during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Roy Hodgson: 'Crystal Palace unfortunate to lose'
Roy Hodgson says that he "cannot criticise" the performance of his Crystal Palace players as they were unfortunate to lose against Newcastle United.
Oct 21, 17:31
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Rafael Benitez "really pleased" after late victory over Crystal Palace
Rafael Benitez puts Newcastle United's late 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace down to the effort shown by his players on the training ground.
Oct 21, 17:20
Aaron Mooy celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
David Wagner: 'This is another proud chapter for Huddersfield Town'
Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner admits that he is "very happy" to have masterminded a first victory over Manchester United for his side since 1952.
Oct 21, 17:07
Aaron Mooy celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
Huddersfield Town stun Manchester United at John Smith's Stadium for famous win
Huddersfield Town beat Manchester United 2-1 at the John Smith's Stadium to end the Red Devils' unbeaten start to the season.
Oct 21, 15:53
Aaron Mooy celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
Live Commentary: Huddersfield Town 2-1 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Huddersfield Town's 2-1 win over Manchester United, as the Red Devils' unbeaten start to the season came to an end.
Oct 21, 13:00
Harry Kane in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Swansea City on September 16, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Tottenham Hotspur face battle keeping Harry Kane'
Jurgen Klopp describes Harry Kane as "one of the best strikers in the world" and insists that Tottenham Hotspur face "a big challenge" keeping him in North London.
Oct 20, 18:27
Arthur Masuaku in action for West Ham United on September 21, 2016
Team News: Pedro Obiang, Arthur Masuaku come in for West Ham United
Pedro Obiang and Arthur Masuaku have been brought into West Ham United's starting lineup, while Shane Duffy is passed fit for Brighton & Hove Albion.
Oct 20, 18:04
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini celebrates after doubling his side's lead during the Premier League match with Crystal Palace on September 30, 2017
Ander Herrera, Marouane Fellaini 'stalling on contract talks'
A report claims that Ander Herrera and Marouane Fellaini are no closer to agreeing new deals with Manchester United, leaving club chiefs feeling concerned.
Oct 20, 17:52
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Report: Chelsea players unhappy with manager Antonio Conte
Antonio Conte is reportedly under pressure to change his training ground methods following a backlash from his disgruntled Chelsea players.
Oct 20, 17:40
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
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas: "Jose Mourinho was my enemy"
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas insists that he would 'stick with Jose Mourinho to the death' following their successful spell working together at Stamford Bridge.
Oct 20, 17:26
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Rafael Benitez not distracted by Newcastle United takeover talks
Rafael Benitez reiterates that his job is to manage Newcastle United and not dealing with off-the-field matters, as a takeover of the club reportedly edges closer.
Oct 20, 17:11
David Wagner watches on during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Newcastle United on August 20, 2017
David Wagner rules himself out of running for Leicester City job
David Wagner is not interested in taking charge of Leicester City as he wants to remain manager of Huddersfield Town.
Oct 20, 16:58
Jose Mourinho borrows old pal Wenger's coat to attend the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte puts end to Jose Mourinho feud
Antonio Conte says that he has no regrets over the comments made regarding Jose Mourinho earlier this week, but wants to now draw a line under the matter.
Oct 20, 16:48
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Philippe Coutinho agent 'to meet Barcelona representatives next week'
Philippe Coutinho's mid-season sale to Barcelona could move a step closer next week as the Liverpool midfielder's agent is to meet with the Catalan club, a report claims.
Oct 20, 16:37
Alexis Sanchez in action during an Arsenal training session on September 13, 2017
Arsenal given Alexis Sanchez, Aaron Ramsey fitness boost
Arsene Wenger reveals that Alexis Sanchez, Aaron Ramsey and Laurent Koscielny are all in contention to play a part against Everton on Sunday afternoon.
Oct 20, 16:23
Jurgen Klopp celebrates during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Jurgen Klopp expects "really interesting" match at Wembley
Jurgen Klopp hopes that Liverpool's trip to Tottenham Hotspur provides a more entertaining game than last weekend's goalless draw with Manchester United.
Oct 20, 16:12
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
Aymeric Laporte: 'I turned down Manchester City, Chelsea'
Aymeric Laporte claims that he rejected interest from Premier League clubs in the summer as he 'does not want to leave' Athletic Bilbao.
Oct 20, 16:02
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal on April 23, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City can continue improving'
Pep Guardiola wants his Manchester City players to continue their ruthless style of play when taking on Burnley at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
Oct 20, 15:52
Nemanja Matic in action during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Nemanja Matic: 'Jose Mourinho best coach I have worked with'
Nemanja Matic admits that being given the chance to work under Jose Mourinho once again was the "decisive factor" in his decision to swap Chelsea for Manchester United.
Oct 20, 15:42
Tottenham Hotspur defender Danny Rose in action during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Danny Rose still not ready to start'
Mauricio Pochettino plays down Danny Rose's summer comments when criticising Tottenham Hotspur's transfer activity, as the full-back continues to build match fitness.
Oct 20, 15:32
Keylor Navas saves Harry Kane's header during the Champions League group game between Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur on October 17, 2017
Real Madrid lose goalkeeper Keylor Navas to adductor injury
Keylor Navas is a fitness doubt for Real Madrid's next two league games and the Champions League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur due to a fresh adductor injury.
Oct 20, 15:21
Ronald Koeman chats to Wayne Rooney during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on August 21, 2017
Everton boss Ronald Koeman has faith in summer signings
Everton manager Ronald Koeman insists that time will prove he spent well during the summer transfer window, as his new signings continue to take time to adapt.
Oct 20, 15:10
Mark Hughes watches on during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Stoke City board are fully behind me'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes does not believe that his job is under any immediate threat, despite a second Premier League boss being axed earlier this week.
Oct 20, 11:29
Cesc Fabregas celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Cesc Fabregas: "I have found absolute happiness at Chelsea"
Cesc Fabregas stresses that he is more than happy to stick around at Chelsea for the long term as he is "too happy to change clubs".
Oct 20, 11:18
Arsenal's Theo Walcott celebrates equalising against Manchester City on April 2, 2017
Theo Walcott frustrated by lack of Arsenal playing time
England international hopeful Theo Walcott confesses that he has been left upset by his lack of minutes so far in what has been a "stuttering start to the season".
Oct 20, 11:06
A general shot of the corner flag at Goodison Park prior to their Premier League clash with West Ham United on October 30, 2016
Everton ban supporter involved in Goodison Park fracas
Everton release a statement to confirm that one of the fans involved in the ugly scenes that marred the 2-1 defeat to Lyon has been banned from attending future games.
Oct 20, 10:55
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster in action during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on August 13, 2016
Ben Foster, Boaz Myhill back in West Bromwich Albion training
Tony Pulis expects either Ben Foster or Boaz Myhill to be fit enough to start West Bromwich Albion's league clash with Southampton on Saturday evening.
Oct 20, 10:44
A dejected Eddie Howe after the Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth on September 9, 2017
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe wants end to away-day blues
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe hopes to see his side pick up a first Premier League point on their travels since May when taking on Stoke City on Saturday afternoon.
Oct 20, 10:32
Antonio Rudiger in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Roma fans charged for 'monkey chants' at Stamford Bridge
Roma are to face UEFA action for alleged racist chanting from supporters towards Antonio Rudiger, who left the club to join Chelsea during the summer.
Oct 20, 10:20
Neymar is unveiled as a Paris Saint-Germain player on August 4, 2017
Xavi: 'Neymar's Paris Saint-Germain move revealed at Lionel Messi's wedding'
Neymar informed his Barcelona teammates that he wanted to join Paris Saint-Germain at Lionel Messi's wedding in July, according to former teammate Xavi.
Oct 20, 10:08
A frustrated Zlatan Ibrahimovic during the Europa League game between Manchester United and Anderlecht on April 20, 2017
Zlatan Ibrahimovic aiming for December return after lengthy layoff
Crocked striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic hopes to be back on the field before the year is out, according to Manchester United legend Andy Cole.
Oct 20, 09:56
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