The mighty Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on May 6, 2017
Kevin De Bruyne glad to end Manchester City scoring drought
Kevin De Bruyne insists that his three-month wait for a goal has not been playing on his mind, having ended that drought in front of goal in the win over Crystal Palace.
May 6, 20:00
Chelsea's John Terry during the EFL Cup match between Chelsea and Bristol Rovers at Stamford Bridge on August 23, 2016
Stoke City join race to sign Chelsea legend John Terry
Mark Hughes admits that he has 'spoken briefly' with John Terry in the past over a potential move to Stoke City when his Chelsea contract expires.
May 6, 19:47
Everton manager Ronald Koeman looks on during his side's 1-1 draw with Man City at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016
Ronald Koeman "happy" with Everton's current league standing
Everton manager Ronald Koeman was happier with his side's second-half display against Swansea City, but acknowledges that they did not create enough to earn a point.
May 6, 19:36
Swansea City manager Paul Clement watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on January 21, 2017
Paul Clement hails "gritty" victory over Everton
Paul Clement believes that Swansea City have clicked into gear at just the right time, having picked up a 1-0 win over Everton that takes them out of the dropzone.
May 6, 19:25
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Ben Youngs pulls out of British and Irish Lions squad
Leicester Tigers scrum-half Ben Youngs announces that he will play no part in the British and Irish Lions' tour of New Zealand due to family reasons.
May 6, 19:04
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Walter Mazzarri: 'Watford paid for individual errors'
Watford boss Walter Mazzarri claims that his side matched Leicester City for large parts of Saturday's game and did not deserve to be on the end of a 3-0 thrashing.
May 6, 18:59
Harry Arter takes out Joe Allen during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Harry Arter deserved a straight red card'
Mark Hughes is unhappy with certain refereeing decisions during Stoke City's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, including the decision to not dismiss Harry Arter.
May 6, 18:49
Fernando Llorente celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Fernando Llorente drags Swansea City out of bottom three
Swansea City beat Everton 1-0 at the Liberty Stadium to climb above Hull City and out of the relegation zone.
May 6, 18:20
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe during the Premier League match against Sunderland on April 29, 2017
Eddie Howe: 'Bournemouth cannot afford to get complacent'
Eddie Howe admits to being delighted at seeing Bournemouth finally make certain of their place in the Premier League after picking up a point against Stoke.
May 6, 18:09
Hull City manager Marco Silva during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 29, 2017
Hull stunned by Sunderland as survival hopes dented
Hull City slip to a 2-0 loss at home to Sunderland, ending their long run without defeat at the KCOM Stadium and leaving them in real danger of relegation.
May 6, 15:53
Hull City manager Marco Silva during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 29, 2017
Live Commentary: Hull City 0-2 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Sunderland's 2-0 win against Hull City, as the Tigers fell to a first home loss since Boxing Day.
May 6, 13:00
Manuel Lanzini of West Ham United scores against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on May 5, 2017
West Ham United derail Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League title bid
Manuel Lanzini scores the only goal of the game to earn West Ham United a 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur, all but ending the Lilywhites' outside title hopes.
May 5, 20:53
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
Live Commentary: West Ham United 1-0 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of West Ham United's 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, as the Lilywhites' nine-match winning run came to an end.
May 5, 18:00
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:Chelsea vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole previews Monday evening's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Middlesbrough at Stamford Bridge.
May 5, 17:07
Sergio Aguero celebrates netting the third during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Sergio Aguero, Claudio Bravo ruled out for Manchester City
Claudio Bravo's season is over due to a calf injury sustained recently, while Pep Guardiola is also without top scorer Sergio Aguero for the visit of Crystal Palace.
May 5, 14:53
N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
David Luiz, N'Golo Kante doubtful for Middlesbrough visit
David Luiz and N'Golo Kante are both in a race against time to feature in Monday's meeting with Middlesbrough, while goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been declared fit.
May 5, 14:40
Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on April 25, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Diego Costa speculation is not important'
Antonio Conte calls on Diego Costa to remain "focused and concentrated" on Chelsea's bid for a league and cup double, amid ongoing talk that he could be on his way out.
May 5, 14:27
Jermain Defoe reacts to a missed opportunity against Manchester United on April 9, 2017
Sam Allardyce declares interest in Jermain Defoe, Mamadou Sakho
Sam Allardyce is interested in bringing Jermain Defoe and Mamadou Sakho to Crystal Palace on permanent deals, but is currently focused on the club's relegation battle.
May 5, 14:01
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England thrash Ireland by seven wickets in Bristol
England cruise to a seven-wicket victory over Ireland in Bristol to begin their Champions Cup preparations in style.
May 5, 13:51
Middlesbrough caretaker manager Steve Agnew celebrates the victory over Sunderland on April 26, 2017
Steve Agnew 'enjoying' Middlesbrough's battle for survival
Middlesbrough manager Steve Agnew admits that he is learning every day as he attempts to keep his side in the Premier League.
May 5, 13:44
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
Mark Hughes does not fear losing Jack Butland this summer
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes believes that Jack Butland will stay at the bet365 Stadium for the time being as there is no real reason to move on just yet.
May 5, 13:33
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
Craig Dawson offered new contract by West Bromwich Albion
Tony Pulis expects to see Craig Dawson commit his future to West Bromwich Albion beyond the end of this season, with talks over a new contract currently ongoing.
May 5, 13:23
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on March 12, 2017
Jurgen Klopp "positive" of Philippe Coutinho fitness
Jurgen Klopp "cannot be 100% sure" if Philippe Coutinho will be fit to start against Southampton, but is confident of seeing the Brazilian win his fitness battle.
May 5, 13:12
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe during the Premier League match against Sunderland on April 29, 2017
Eddie Howe: 'Wholesale changes at Bournemouth not necessary'
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe says that work has begun ahead of next season, with the Cherries looking to bring on board "a few players" in the summer.
May 5, 13:03
Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester City on April 15, 2017`
Claude Puel "surprised" by talk of Southampton exit
Claude Puel believes that he has "improved many players" during his time at Southampton and is unsure where speculation regarding his future has come from.
May 5, 12:53
Sunderland's Jermain Defoe during the Premier League match against Everton on February 25, 2017
David Moyes concedes that Jermain Defoe could leave
David Moyes admits that losing Jermain Defoe this summer "is possible", but plays down suggestions that the club will cash in on young keeper Jordan Pickford.
May 5, 12:41
Stoke City's Saido Berahino grabs the arm of referee Neil Swarbrick during the Premier League match against Manchester City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Saido Berahino to give up his summer for Stoke City'
Mark Hughes admits that he will judge Saido Berahino "more harshly" next season, having seen his £15m signing fail to get off the mark since joining in January.
May 5, 12:31
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Joe Root 'to be eased out of England's Twenty20 side'
England Test captain Joe Root is to be overlooked for Twenty20 selection until after the summer to reduce his workload, according to a report.
May 5, 12:21
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Novak Djokovic axes entire coaching team
World number two Novak Djokovic splits with three key members of his entourage following a prolonged slump in form.
May 5, 12:09
A general shot of the new Main Stand at Anfield ahead of Liverpool's Premier League clash with Watford on November 6, 2016
Preview:Liverpool vs. Southampton
Sports Mole previews Sunday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Liverpool and Southampton at Anfield.
May 5, 11:28
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:West Ham United vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole previews Friday evening's Premier League meeting between West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur at the London Stadium.
May 4, 12:12
Lyon's Corentin Tolisso during the Europa League match against Roma on March 16, 2017
Bertrand Traore nets twice as Ajax take big step towards final
Chelsea loanee Bertrand Traore scores in either half to help Ajax to a 4-1 win over Lyon in Amsterdam in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final.
May 3, 18:37
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
Live Commentary: Ajax 4-1 Lyon - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Ajax's 4-1 win over Lyon, as the Dutch side took a giant step towards the final of the Europa League.
May 3, 15:45
AS Monaco's Kylian Mbappe in action during the Champions League match against Manchester City on February 21, 2017
Uncle: 'Manchester clubs an option for Kylian Mbappe'
Pierre Mbappe, the uncle of AS Monaco star Kylian, claims that 'the two teams in Manchester are an option' should the in-demand forward leave French football this summer.
May 3, 14:53
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
Michael O'Neill not interested in Norwich City job
Michael O'Neill says that the Norwich City job is "probably not what I would be looking for", committing himself to seeing through his latest job with Northern Ireland.
May 3, 14:41
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
Chelsea facing four years away from Stamford Bridge?
Chelsea chiefs fear that they may be forced to spend four years away from Stamford Bridge, most likely at Wembley Stadium, while the ground undergoes renovation work.
May 3, 14:28
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho on the touchline ahead of the Premier League match against Sunderland on April 9, 2017
Manchester United add Norway date to pre-season tour
Manchester United announce that they will face Norwegian side Valerenga Fotball in Oslo on July 30 in the latest of their pre-season fixtures.
May 3, 14:17
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Bath Rugby 'launch investigation after drunken antics at The Rec'
A quarter of Bath Rugby's playing squad could face disciplinary action after a post-training drinking session reportedly got out of hand.
May 3, 14:06
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
Manchester City 'not giving up on signing Kingsley Coman'
A report claims that Kingsley Coman is a £50m summer transfer target for Manchester City, just a week after he joined Bayern Munich from Juventus on a three-year deal.
May 3, 13:51
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
Roma sporting director: 'Francesco Totti to retire this summer'
Incoming sporting director Monchi reveals that Francesco Totti is to hang up his boots this summer after 25 years in Roma's senior side.
May 3, 13:40
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