Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Southampton turn attention to Barcelona forward Paco Alcacer?
Paco Alcacer could reportedly swap Barcelona for Southampton in January, as the Premier League outfit attempt to bolster their under-performing attacking ranks.
Oct 12, 17:48
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
Jose Mourinho 'willing to pay £170m to sign Harry Kane'
A report claims that Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is a summer transfer target for Manchester United, who are willing to offer a record amount to land their man.
Oct 12, 17:37
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
Thorgan Hazard 'threatened to keep ball from Michy Batshuayi'
Michy Batshuayi was told by Thorgan Hazard that he would not get a touch of the ball during Belgium's meeting with Cyprus as the Hazard brothers looked to take control.
Oct 12, 17:24
Sunderland manager David Moyes during the Premier League match against Bournemouth on April 29, 2017
Report: David Moyes interested in Scotland manager's job
David Moyes is keen to manage the Scotland national side and has already made contact with the Scottish Football Association, according to a report.
Oct 12, 17:12
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
Andres Iniesta: 'I want to play as often as possible for Barcelona'
Andres Iniesta insists that "the more you play, the better you will be" as he outlines his desire to play as regularly as he possibly can for Barcelona.
Oct 12, 16:59
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FIFA investigating 'sponsored' Tim Cahill celebration
A FIFA spokesman confirms that Tim Cahill's celebration after scoring an extra-time winner for Australia against Syria is being investigated.
Oct 12, 16:46
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
Fit-again Celtic trio in line to return for Bayern Munich game
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers expects to have three of his previously injured players, including skipper Scott Brown, back in time for the meeting with Bayern Munich.
Oct 12, 16:36
Mesut Ozil sits dejected during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017
Paul Merson: 'Mesut Ozil does not deserve to be recalled to starting lineup'
Mesut Ozil "does not work hard enough" for Arsenal and does not deserve to be recalled to the starting lineup, according to the club's former player Paul Merson.
Oct 12, 16:26
AS Monaco striker Radamel Falcao competes with Nicolas Otamendi in the Champions League last 16 first leg against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on February 21, 2017
Radamel Falcao admits discussing draw with Peru players
Radamel Falcao admits that he attempted to persuade opposition players to play out a draw late on in Colombia's meeting with Peru as the result suited both teams.
Oct 12, 16:15
Roy Hodgson is having a mare during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on September 16, 2017
Roy Hodgson 'targeting experienced Premier League players'
A report claims that Roy Hodgson will bring in players boasting Premier League experience during the winter transfer window, with Jack Wilshere among those targeted.
Oct 12, 16:02
Hal Robson-Kanu, Ciaran Clark and James McClean in action during the World Cup qualifier between Wales and the Republic of Ireland on October 9, 2017
Tony Pulis hails 'brilliant' midfielder James McClean
Tony Pulis praises West Bromwich Albion midfielder James McClean following his match-winning strike for Republic of Ireland against Wales on Monday night.
Oct 12, 15:51
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
Javier Mascherano to quit Argentina duty next year
Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano targets World Cup success next summer with Argentina before retiring from international football.
Oct 12, 15:41
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
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis distances himself from Wales job
West Bromwich Albion manager Tony Pulis rejects claims that he is in the running to take over as Wales boss should Chris Coleman step aside.
Oct 12, 15:31
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
Mauricio Pochettino: "I have a weakness for Zinedine Zidane"
Mauricio Pochettino hails the success of Zinedine Zidane as both a player and manager ahead of next week's meeting between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid.
Oct 12, 15:22
Mauricio Pochettino watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on December 11, 2016
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Manchester clubs have transfer advantage'
Mauricio Pochettino says that there 'is a big difference' between Tottenham Hotspur and rivals Manchester United and Manchester City when it comes to signing players.
Oct 12, 15:09
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. Stoke City
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Manchester City and Stoke City at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 12, 13:24
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
Preview:Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Crystal Palace and Chelsea at Selhurst Park.
Oct 12, 11:30
Harry Kane in action during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Tottenham Hotspur on September 30, 2017
Darren Anderton: 'Harry Kane worth £200m to Tottenham Hotspur'
Harry Kane will attract a world-record transfer fee if he leaves Tottenham Hotspur for Real Madrid at the end of the season, according to Spurs legend Darren Anderton.
Oct 11, 15:11
England's Jack Nowell in action against Australia on June 25, 2016
Jack Nowell doubtful for England's Autumn Internationals
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter reveals that Jack Nowell may miss England's Autumn Internationals after fracturing his cheek against Newcastle Falcons.
Oct 11, 14:52
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
Reece Oxford ready to wait for Borussia Monchengladbach chance
Reece Oxford insists that he is "waiting for his opportunity" to impress at Borussia Monchengladbach after so far failing to make an appearance for the German side.
Oct 11, 14:41
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata wheels away in celebration after opening the scoring during the Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on September 30, 2017
Juan Mata: 'Attacking midfield my best position'
Juan Mata admits that he prefers playing in an attacking midfield position, having been used on the right in all seven league outings this term.
Oct 11, 14:29
Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Dani Alves wants Alexis Sanchez at Paris Saint-Germain
Dani Alves admits that he would like to see former Barcelona teammate Alexis Sanchez join him at Paris Saint-Germain when his Arsenal contract expires next summer.
Oct 11, 14:13
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 17, 2017
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho: 'We have proved we are a better team'
Jose Mourinho claims that Manchester United "are a better team" now compared to last season, despite not yet facing any of last term's top five.
Oct 11, 14:03
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
Chile midfielder Arturo Vidal retires from international football
Arturo Vidal says that his "soul is crushed" on the back of Chile's failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, as he announces his retirement from international football.
Oct 11, 13:48
David Silva in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on May 6, 2017
David Silva 'on verge of signing new Manchester City deal'
A report claims that Manchester City playmaker David Silva is to put pen to paper on a one-year contract extension at the club, keeping him in place until 2020.
Oct 11, 13:36
Eric Dier celebrates with teammates after scoring during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017
England in top tier of new UEFA Nations League
England are placed in Group A of the new UEFA Nations League, while Wales are joined by Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in Group B.
Oct 11, 13:25
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
Arjen Robben: 'Better times coming for Netherlands'
Netherlands winger Arjen Robben urges supporters to remain positive as "better times are coming" for the national team, having missed out on successive tournaments.
Oct 11, 13:10
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Paul Pogba returns to light training with Manchester United
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is back running on a treadmill and will reportedly return to action in time for the next international break in early November.
Oct 11, 12:57
Everton's Oumar Niasse introduces himself to the crowd on the pitch before the match between Everton and Newcastle United at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Oumar Niasse: 'I had to stay positive when waiting for chance'
Everton striker Oumar Niasse says that remaining positive during the hard times helped him when given a chance by Ronald Koeman last month.
Oct 11, 12:43
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
Jan Vertonghen: 'Little between Harry Kane, Romelu Lukaku'
Tottenham Hotspur and Belgium centre-back Jan Vertonghen expects the battle between Harry Kane and Romelu Lukaku for the Golden Boot to go down to the final game.
Oct 11, 12:30
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: Monaco midfielder Fabinho on Manchester City radar
Versatile Monaco midfielder Fabinho, a former target for Jose Mourinho at Manchester United, is now reportedly wanted by rivals Manchester City.
Oct 11, 12:17
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
Sir Alex Ferguson 'agreed to manage Tottenham Hotspur'
Sir Alex Ferguson reneged on an agreement to manage Tottenham Hotspur when leaving Aberdeen in 1986, according to former Lilywhites chairman Irving Scholar
Oct 11, 12:06
Mesut Ozil looks forlorn during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth on September 9, 2017
Arsenal given boost in Mesut Ozil contract stalemate?
A report claims that Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil may put pen to paper on a new deal in North London as no other sides are willing to match his wage demands.
Oct 11, 11:53
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: Burnley forward Jonathan Walters out until Christmas
Jonathan Walters will reportedly miss Republic of Ireland's two-legged World Cup playoff tie due to a knee injury, which will likely keep him out until Christmas.
Oct 11, 11:40
Andre Silva celebrates the second during the World Cup qualifier between Portugal and Switzerland on October 10, 2017
Portugal beat Switzerland to earn automatic passage to World Cup finals
Portugal seal their place in the 2018 World Cup finals with a 2-0 win over Switzerland at the Estadio da Luz in Lisbon.
Oct 10, 20:35
Joao Mario takes credit for the first goal during the World Cup qualifier between Portugal and Switzerland on October 10, 2017
Live Commentary: Portugal 2-0 Switzerland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Portugal's 2-0 win against Switzerland, as the European champions booked their place at Russia 2018.
Oct 10, 17:45
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
Steve Cooper not fretting over possible Jadon Sancho withdrawal
Steve Cooper says that he will 'not get carried away' by England's thumping win against Chile, as questions remain regarding Jadon Sancho's long-term availability.
Oct 9, 13:40
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
Thomas Muller takes swipe at sacked boss Carlo Ancelotti
Bayern Munich attacker Thomas Muller says that 'training will be good again' now that Carlo Ancelotti has been replaced by Jupp Heynckes at the Allianz Arena.
Oct 9, 13:20
Emre Can celebrates scoring during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Emre Can flattered by Juventus, Bayern Munich interest
Liverpool midfielder Emre Can says that he is flattered to have been linked with Juventus and Bayern Munich, but is "only focused" on his current club for now.
Oct 9, 11:31
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
Aaron Cresswell: 'Andy Carroll can make World Cup squad'
Aaron Cresswell insists that West Ham United teammate Andy Carroll is good enough to earn a recall to the England squad, five years on from his last cap.
Oct 9, 11:20
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