Antonio Conte celebrates as Nemanja Matic makes it three during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Antonio Conte vows to improve Chelsea after committing future to club
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that he 'can 100% guarantee' he will still be in charge come next season, despite links with a return to Italian football.
May 14, 09:14
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
Arsenal 'wrap up deal for Schalke 04 defender Sead Kolasinac'
A report claims that Arsenal have got a deal over the line for Sead Kolasinac, handing the Schalke 04 full-back a five-year contract in North London.
May 14, 09:01
Manchester United's Paul Pogba reacts after a missed opportunity against Celta Vigo on May 11, 2017
Paul Pogba absent from Manchester United squad following death of father
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is unlikely to be involved against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday as he did not travel to London with his teammates.
May 14, 08:50
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JB Holmes, Kyle Stanley move in front at Players Championship
Kyle Stanley is joined by American compatriot JB Holmes at the top of the Players Championship leaderboard, with Louis Oosthuizen slipping down to third.
May 14, 08:39
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Rafael Nadal to take on Dominic Thiem in Madrid Open final
Dominic Thiem beats Pablo Cuevas 6-4 6-4 to make it through to his first Madrid Open final, where he will come up against Rafael Nadal.
May 14, 08:23
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Josh Warrington beats Kiko Martinez on points to retain title
Josh Warrington makes it 25 fights without defeat by beating experienced Spaniard Kiko Martinez with a majority points decision in Leeds.
May 14, 08:11
Sergio Aguero celebrates netting the third during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Agent: "Sergio Aguero is happy at Manchester City"
The agent of Sergio Aguero stresses that the Manchester City striker has no intention of leaving the Etihad Stadium this summer, contrary to recent press reports.
May 13, 21:44
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
Pablo Zabaleta to leave Manchester City at end of season
Long-serving defender Pablo Zabaleta confirms that he will bring the curtain down on his Manchester City career when his contract expires in the summer.
May 13, 21:36
Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger warms up during his side's FA Cup fifth round clash with Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on February 19, 2017
Bastian Schweinsteiger: 'Manchester United exit not down to Jose Mourinho'
Bastian Schweinsteiger is unsure why he was frozen out by Manchester United in the first half of the season, but admits that he wishes things panned out differently.
May 13, 21:24
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
Zinedine Zidane 'close to signing new Real Madrid deal'
A report claims that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez wants to tie down boss Zinedine Zidane until 2020, with a new lucrative contract being tabled.
May 13, 21:07
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Chris Ashton: 'Retaining European title with Saracens a pleasure'
Chris Ashton says that becoming the top try-scorer in European competition is the "icing on the cake" after helping Saracens to a 28-17 victory over Clermont Auvergne.
May 13, 20:54
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic pictured on August 5, 2016
Slavisa Jokanovic: 'All to play for in semi-final second leg'
Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic warns his player that they "must be ready" for Tuesday's return meeting with Reading, having recovered in the first leg to earn a 1-1 draw.
May 13, 20:37
Reading manager Jaap Stam on August 9, 2016
Jaap Stam defends use of 'negative' tactics in playoff semi-final
Reading manager Jaap Stam hits back at comments made by opposite number Slavisa Jokanovic, claiming that his side's physical approach against Fulham was justified.
May 13, 20:25
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Simona Halep successfully defends Madrid Open title
Simona Halep shakes off Kristina Mladenovic in an entertaining Madrid Open final, defending her title with a 7-5 6-7(5) 6-2 victory.
May 13, 20:09
For some reason Ronald Koeman applauds after the Premier League game between Liverpool and Everton on April 1, 2017
Everton heading to Netherlands as part of pre-season schedule
Everton will spend time in the Netherlands as part of their pre-season preparations, while also reportedly staging a friendly in East African country Tanzania.
May 13, 19:48
Sean Dyche watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Burnley on May 13, 2017
Sean Dyche laments "poor" defending in Bournemouth defeat
Sean Dyche questions the defending of his central defenders following the 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth, claiming that Burnley "could have nicked something".
May 13, 19:36
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
Benfica cruise to fourth successive title with five-goal win
Benfica win their fourth Primeira Liga title on the spin with a game to spare, courtesy of a convincing 5-0 win over Vitoria de Guimaraes at the Estadio da Luz.
May 13, 19:12
Southampton manager Claude Puel during the Premier League match against Arsenal on May 10, 2017
Claude Puel hails "important" victory over Middlesbrough
Southampton manager Claude Puel admits that making seven changes to his side for the trip to Middlesbrough was "a risk", but is happy that the gamble paid off.
May 13, 19:02
Steve Agnew on the touchline during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Manchester United on March 19, 2017
Steve Agnew understands Middlesbrough fans' frustrations
Steve Agnew insists that he has "every faith" Middlesbrough will return to the top flight, but is aware that supporters have been left incredibly frustrated this term.
May 13, 18:51
Reading manager Jaap Stam on July 29, 2016
Nothing to separate Fulham, Reading in semi-final first leg
Tom Cairney's close-range header to cancel out Jordan Obita's opener leaves Fulham and Reading locked at 1-1 heading into their playoff semi-final second leg.
May 13, 18:27
David Moyes looks dejected during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Sunderland on April 26, 2017
David Moyes: 'Sunderland need to make some big changes'
David Moyes concedes that "big improvements" are needed if Sunderland are to bounce back to the Premier League at the first attempt.
May 13, 18:12
Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente celebrates after scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on January 21, 2017
Swansea City on brink of safety with win at Stadium of Light
First-half goals from Fernando Llorente and Kyle Naughton earn Swansea City a 2-0 win over Sunderland, taking them four points clear of the dropzone.
May 13, 15:52
David Moyes looks dejected during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Sunderland on April 26, 2017
Live Commentary: Sunderland 0-2 Swansea City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Swansea City's 2-0 win over Sunderland, as the Swans moved to within touching distance of top-flight safety.
May 13, 13:00
Ryan Mason in action for Hull City on October 1, 2016
Ryan Mason unsure when he will return after serious head injury
Ryan Mason plans to 'take it steady' on his comeback from a head injury, revealing that he is still unsure when exactly he will be back out on the field.
May 12, 18:07
Ross Barkley arrives ahead of the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Team News: Ross Barkley returns to Everton side for Watford visit
Everton and Watford make three changes apiece for this evening's Premier League meeting at Goodison Park.
May 12, 17:48
George Friend after the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
George Friend "disappointed" by dressing room conduct
George Friend says that he is "disappointed with a few things in the dressing room", following Middlesbrough's relegation from the Premier League.
May 12, 17:33
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola during the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal on April 23, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'First season at Manchester City not good enough'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola insists that he is "optimistic" his side will build on his first season in charge, which he admits has not been good enough so far.
May 12, 17:23
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
Daniel Levy: 'It is now Tottenham Hotspur's time to shine'
Daniel Levy believes that Tottenham Hotspur's imminent move to a new stadium will propel the club alongside some of the continent's elite sides in terms of finances.
May 12, 16:53
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Points shared as Ireland, Bangladesh halted by heavy rain
Bangladesh recover through Tamim Iqbal and Mahmudullah to reach 157-4 before play is brought to an early end in their meeting with Ireland.
May 12, 16:43
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Rafael Nadal sets up Novak Djokovic semi-final at Madrid Open
Rafael Nadal beats David Goffin 7-6(3) 6-2 in the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open to set up a meeting with Novak Djokovic in the Spanish capital.
May 12, 16:26
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's Andre Gomes offered to Real Madrid, Juventus?
Portugal international Andre Gomes is reportedly offered to Real Madrid and Juventus after a disappointing first campaign at Barcelona.
May 12, 16:10
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
Kasper Dolberg vows to stay at Ajax next season
Kasper Dolberg intends to "get better and score more goals" at Ajax next season, ruling out a summer switch away from Amsterdam.
May 12, 15:56
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
Mauricio Pochettino: 'White Hart Lane send-off will be special'
Mauricio Pochettino admits that he will feel emotional during Tottenham Hotspur's league clash with Manchester United - the last match to be staged at White Hart Lane.
May 12, 15:44
David Luiz shouts during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
David Luiz: 'Jose Mourinho was not right manager for me'
David Luiz admits that he used to get "frustrated" by his teammates but will never change his own style of play, which he claims is the reason why Jose Mourinho sold him.
May 12, 15:32
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone during the Champions League match with Leicester City on April 18, 2017
Diego Simeone hints at Atletico Madrid stay amid Inter Milan links
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says that "if everything goes right" he will still be in charge of the club come the start of pre-season.
May 12, 15:20
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
David de Gea to remain on bench for Europa League final
Sergio Romero will start Manchester United's Europa League final clash with Ajax after performing well in all eight knockout-round fixtures
May 12, 15:08
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 10, 2017
Preview:Stoke City vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Saturday evening's Premier League meeting between Stoke City and Arsenal at the bet365 Stadium.
May 12, 14:04
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
Slaven Bilic "will never give up" on injured striker Andy Carroll
West Ham United boss Slaven Bilic praises the work ethic of Andy Carroll and insists that he will "never give up" on the striker.
May 12, 11:59
Son Heung-min celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on April 15, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino, Son Heung-min pick up April awards
Mauricio Pochettino is named as April's Premier League Manager of the Month, while Son Heung-min completes the Tottenham Hotspur double by landing Player of the Month.
May 12, 11:44
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
Jurgen Klopp: 'Chelsea fully deserve Premier League title'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp again insists that Chelsea 'got lucky' due to their lack of injuries this season, but concedes that they are worthy champions.
May 12, 11:32
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