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: Roy Hodgson interested in vacant Crystal Palace job
A report claims that Roy Hodgson wants the chance to manage in the Premier League for one last time, with the vacant Crystal Palace job in his sights.
May 30, 15:52
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane on March 6, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'Little between Real Madrid, Juventus'
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane claims that 'there is not much difference' between his side and Saturday's Champions League final opponents Juventus.
May 30, 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
Zinedine Zidane: Gareth Bale, Isco "can play together" in attack
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane will make his own decision over whether to start Gareth Bale or Isco in the Champions League final, and could even pair them together.
May 30, 15:30
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
Eden Hazard to remain Belgium captain despite Vincent Kompany return
Vincent Kompany returns to Belgium's squad for the upcoming qualifier against Estonia, but Eden Hazard is to remain captain until the end of the campaign.
May 30, 15:20
AS Monaco's Bernardo Silva celebrates after scoring against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on September 14, 2016
Bernardo Silva "very happy" with Ederson to Manchester City links
Bernardo Silva hopes to see his former Benfica teammate Ederson join him at Manchester City, with the Citizens rumoured to be on the brink of finalising a £45m move.
May 30, 15:11
Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner is unimpressed on October 16, 2016
Huddersfield Town earn Premier League promotion after penalty win at Wembley
Huddersfield Town are promoted to the Premier League for the first time in their history, beating Reading 4-3 on penalties after 120 goalless minutes at Wembley.
May 29, 16:54
Jaap Stam watches on during the Championship playoff semi-final game between Reading and Fulham on May 16, 2017
Live Commentary: Huddersfield Town 0-0 Reading (4-3 on pens) - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Huddersfield Town's penalty-shootout win over Reading, as the Terriers earned promotion to the Premier League.
May 29, 13:00
Manchester City's Pablo Zabaleta during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 15, 2017
Pablo Zabaleta: 'Manuel Lanzini persuaded me to join West Ham United'
Pablo Zabaleta was persuaded by compatriot Manuel Lanzini to join West Ham United following his release by Manchester City.
May 29, 11:54
John Terry poses with the trophy during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
John Terry: Chelsea "must act fast" in transfer window
John Terry claims that Chelsea need to strengthen their squad this summer if they are to retain their title, as the bar is constantly rising at the top of the division.
May 29, 11:43
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
Benjamin Mendy plays down talk of Manchester City move
Benjamin Mendy takes to social media to make clear that he is not currently in England, contrary to reports, amid strong links to Manchester City.
May 29, 11:31
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Burnley on April 15, 2017
Chelsea striker Diego Costa would welcome Romelu Lukaku signing
Diego Costa hopes that Romelu Lukaku is given the chance to join him at "unique club" Chelsea, describing the Everton striker as a "very big player".
May 29, 11:17
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
Inter Milan confirm Manchester United interest in Ivan Perisic
Manchester United have yet to make a formal approach for Ivan Perisic "but their interest is there", according to Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio.
May 29, 11:06
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
Kingsley Coman "thought about leaving" Bayern Munich
Kingsley Coman admits that 2016-17 turned out to be "complicated" for him due to a lack of appearances, but he is eager to fight for regular football at Bayern Munich.
May 29, 10:56
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Eddie Jones tips British and Irish Lions to "struggle" under Warren Gatland
Eddie Jones cannot see the British and Irish Lions troubling New Zealand if boss Warren Gatland adopts his usual approach.
May 29, 10:46
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Four killed in stampede at football match in Honduras
Four people have died and around 25 left injured following a stampede at a match between Motagua and Honduras Progreso in Honduran capital Tegucigalpa.
May 29, 10:35
Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Report: Antonio Conte to hold talks with Diego Costa this week
A report claims that Antonio Conte is deliberating over whether to push ahead with a move for Romelu Lukaku, at the risk of upsetting current striker Diego Costa.
May 29, 10:24
Joe Hart in action for Torino against Roma on February 19, 2017
Joe Hart confirms Torino exit after end of loan spell
Joe Hart says that he "really enjoyed" his loan spell with Torino, but will not be staying with the Italian club for another season.
May 29, 10:10
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
Jayden Stockley: Clash with Kieran Tierney "not intentional"
Jayden Stockley attempts to protest his innocence after catching Kieran Tierney with his elbow during Saturday's Scottish Cup final meeting between Aberdeen and Celtic.
May 29, 10:00
Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Paco Alcacer: 'My future is up to Barcelona to decide'
Paco Alcacer says that he will not look too far ahead following a frustrating season at Barcelona, but declares himself pleased with the way he finished the campaign.
May 29, 09:46
Luis Enrique at the press conference after Barcelona training on October 18, 2016
Luis Enrique: 'I will consider changing sports'
Luis Enrique is unsure where his next career step will take him, having brought an end to his three-year spell in charge of Barcelona at the weekend.
May 29, 09:35
Manchester City striker Nolito in action during his side's FA Cup fifth round clash with Manchester City at the John Smith's Stadium on February 18, 2017
Nolito "crazy to leave" Manchester City if new signings made
Nolito airs his frustration at his lack of chances in the second half of the season, admitting that he wants to leave Manchester City for a return to Spain.
May 29, 09:26
Chelsea winger Victor Moses in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016
Antonio Conte blames Victor Moses dive on tiredness
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte defends "honest" Victor Moses's cup final dive, claiming that he "did not want to cheat the referee".
May 29, 09:15
Alexis Sanchez is congratulated by Granit Xhaka after scoring during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Chelsea captain Gary Cahill: 'Offside rule needs sorting'
Gary Cahill slams the current offside law as the "the maddest rule I have ever seen", following the decision to allow Alexis Sanchez's goal to stand in the FA Cup final.
May 29, 09:05
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Victor Moses during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain hopes to emulate Steven Gerrard
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain admits that he is grateful to be given minutes in any position for Arsenal, but prefers playing through the middle like Steven Gerrard.
May 29, 08:53
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
Rangers set sights on Mexican forward Eduardo Herrera?
Eduardo Herrera, who has netted three times in nine appearances for Mexico at senior level, is reportedly wanted by Pedro Caixinha at Rangers.
May 29, 08:44
Eden Hazard in action for Chelsea on August 23, 2016
Frank Lampard: 'Eden Hazard was a problem for Antonio Conte'
Frank Lampard praises Antonio Conte for the way he dealt with a supposedly unhappy Eden Hazard midway through Chelsea's title-winning season.
May 29, 08:31
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the final whistle of their 2-0 win over Bournemouth on February 13, 2017
Ederson 'to undergo Manchester City medical on Tuesday ahead of record move'
Ederson will join Manchester City in a record-breaking move for a goalkeeper worth up to £45m should he pass his medical on Tuesday, according to a report.
May 29, 08:23
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Kevin Kisner holds off Jordan Spieth to win second PGA Tour title
A final-round 66 helps Kevin Kisner see off a late charge from defending champion Jordan Spieth to win the Dean & Deluca Invitational.
May 29, 08:08
Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin in action during the Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016
Francis Coquelin dedicates FA Cup final win to Arsene Wenger
Francis Coquelin is the latest Arsenal player to back Arsene Wenger to stay, with the long-serving boss due to hold talks over his future early next week.
May 28, 11:50
Manchester United's Jesse Lingard in action during the Community Shield match against Leicester City on August 7, 2016
Jesse Lingard: Manchester United "capable of anything" next season
Manchester United winger Jesse Lingard predicts a bright future for the club after ending Jose Mourinho's first season in charge with a couple of major honours.
May 28, 11:39
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal on April 23, 2017
Report: Manchester City planning contract talks with Pep Guardiola
A report claims that Pep Guardiola acknowledges that his job at Manchester City is a longer-term project than anticipated and he will therefore sign an extended deal.
May 28, 11:26
Stoke City goalkeeper Lee Grant calls out to teammates in the match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Bournemouth, Watford monitoring Stoke City goalkeeper Lee Grant?
Bournemouth and Watford could reportedly be tempted to make an offer for Lee Grant, who wants out of Stoke City a week on from being named the club's best player.
May 28, 11:15
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Guillermo Varela 'considering legal action' against Eintracht Frankfurt
Guillermo Varela admits to being unhappy after his loan spell with Eintracht Frankfurt was cut short, accusing the club of 'polluting' his name.
May 28, 11:05
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: Chelsea to rival Manchester United for Ivan Perisic
Inter Milan reportedly want £50m for winger Ivan Perisic, substantially more than Manchester United are said to have offered, with Chelsea the latest to show an interest.
May 28, 10:51
Arsenal's Per Mertesacker and Chelsea's Diego Costa during the FA Cup final on May 27, 2017
Arsene Wenger hails "unbelievable attitude" of Per Mertesacker
Arsene Wenger believes that Per Mertesacker is a "fantastic example for any young professional football player", having produced a stellar display after 13 months out.
May 28, 10:39
Manchester United's Chris Smalling in action against Southampton on May 17, 2017
Chris Smalling determined to prove himself to Jose Mourinho
Chris Smalling opens up on his latest injury-plagued campaign for Manchester United, admitting that he has lacked any real consistency over the past two years.
May 28, 10:27
Ross Barkley in action for Everton on September 30, 2016
West Ham United 'prepared to meet Ross Barkley wage demands'
A report claims that Everton midfielder Ross Barkley is wanted by a third Premier League side, as West Ham United are willing to double his current salary.
May 28, 10:16
Jaap Stam watches on during the Championship playoff semi-final game between Reading and Fulham on May 16, 2017
Reading manager Jaap Stam: 'I want to manage at the very top'
Reading manager Jaap Stam admits that joining the Championship club last summer was a "risk", but is happy with his decision as he prepares for Monday's playoff final.
May 28, 10:05
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Ben Stokes awaiting scan results on knee injury
Ben Stokes reveals that he is unsure of the full extent of his troublesome knee injury, but is now hoping to have a "clearer picture" after undergoing a scan.
May 28, 09:56
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 Tuchel "completely empty" after DFB-Pokal triumph
Thomas Tuchel says that he wants to stick around at Borussia Dortmund for at least another season after seeing his side earn a 2-1 win in the DFB-Pokal final.
May 28, 09:43
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