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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Youri Djorkaeff: 'Kylian Mbappe should not copy Anthony Martial'
Former France international Youri Djorkaeff claims that Anthony Martial's underwhelming second campaign at Manchester United should act as a warning to Kylian Mbappe.Mar 28, 18:42
Team News: Kylian Mbappe handed full France debut in Spain friendly
Kylian Mbappe is handed a surprise start for France in their friendly meeting with Spain, three days on from making his senior international bow for Les Bleus.Mar 28, 18:12
Team News: Cristiano Ronaldo starts in Madeira homecoming
Portugal boss Fernando Santos makes 10 changes to his starting XI for the friendly against Sweden in Madeira, with Cristiano Ronaldo the only survivor from last time out.Mar 28, 18:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Faidy-boothroyd.jpg "Interim England Under-21s manager Aidy Boothroyd sings the national anthem before his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s at St Mary's Stadium on November 10, 2016")
Much-improved England U21s cruise past Denmark in Randers
England ease to a 4-0 win over their Denmark Under-21 counterparts in Randers to round off their preparations ahead of the U21 Euro 2017 finals in style.Mar 27, 18:50
Live Commentary: Denmark U21s 0-4 England U21s - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of the Under-21s friendly meeting between England and Denmark, as the Young Lions cruised to a comfortable win.Mar 27, 16:30
Chris Martin keeps Scotland qualification hopes alive with late winner
Chris Martin came off the bench to rescue a late 1-0 win for Scotland over Slovenia, keeping his side's hopes of qualification for the 2018 World Cup alive.Mar 26, 20:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgordon-strachan.JPG "Scotland manager Gordon Strachan on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier against England at Wembley on November 11, 2016")
Live Commentary: Scotland 1-0 Slovenia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Scotland's 1-0 win over Slovenia, as Chris Martin bagged a late winner to rescue the hosts at Hampden Park.Mar 26, 17:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fantoine-griezmann.jpg "Antoine Griezmann in action for Atletico Madrid on September 21, 2016")
Antoine Griezmann 'feels good' at Atletico Madrid amid Manchester United links
Antoine Griezmann says that there is "no need to change" his current club, stressing that he is happy at Atletico Madrid and has no desire to leave in the summer.Mar 26, 15:02
Paul Scholes backs Wayne Rooney to win back place in Manchester United side
Paul Scholes believes that Wayne Rooney has it in him to win back his place in Manchester United's starting lineup and in turn return to the England senior fold.Mar 26, 14:47
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Anthony Crolla has "no excuses" following Jorge Linares loss
Anthony Crolla credits Jorge Linares for his classy display during Saturday's rematch in Manchester, admitting that he can have no complaints after tasting another loss.Mar 26, 14:34
Jurgen Klopp 'not looking to cash in on striker Divock Origi'
A report claims that Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is reluctant to let frustrated striker Divock Origi leave Anfield during the summer.Mar 26, 14:22
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Jeff Stelling clarifies 'misunderstood' retirement comments
Jeff Stelling will continue presenting Sky's Gillette Soccer Saturday coverage for the foreseeable future after making clear that he has no current plans to retire.Mar 26, 14:09
Eric Dier: 'Dele Alli young enough to learn from mistakes'
Eric Dier acknowledges that Dele Alli only has himself to blame for being handed a three-game European ban, but expects his teammate to learn his lesson.Mar 26, 13:57
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F12%2Fwillian.jpg "Willian celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017")
Report: Chelsea will listen to summer transfer offers for Willian
Chelsea forward Willian may be on his way out of Stamford Bridge in the summer should his valuation be met, according to a report.Mar 26, 13:43
Olivier Giroud: 'I can play under an Antonio Conte-like manager'
Olivier Giroud claims that he "would adapt" to any side and any manager in world football, having previously succeeded under "barker" Rene Girard at Montpellier.Mar 26, 13:29
Jake Livermore 'thought career was over' after failed drugs test
Jake Livermore says that he will be "absolutely delighted" to earn a run in the England side, just two years after thinking his football career was over for good.Mar 26, 13:17
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fivan-rakitic.JPG "Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016")
Ivan Rakitic offered to Liverpool as part of Philippe Coutinho swap deal?
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic will reportedly be offloaded to Liverpool as a makeweight to help push through Philippe Coutinho's switch in the opposite direction.Mar 26, 13:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fandrea-belotti.JPG "Italy's Andrea Belotti in action for his side during the international friendly with Germany in Milan on November 15, 2016")
Andrea Belotti will "definitely" not be leaving Torino in summer
Andrea Belotti rejects suggestions that he is close to agreeing a switch to Barcelona, instead promising Torino fans that he is "definitely staying".Mar 26, 12:51
Harry Winks eyes spot in England senior squad
Harry Winks will take things on a 'game-by-game basis' as he looks to nail down a regular starting spot for Tottenham Hotspur and break into the England senior squad.Mar 26, 12:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fwayne-rooney.jpg "England captain Wayne Rooney in action during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016")
Wayne Rooney still in England manager Gareth Southgate's plans
Gareth Southgate insists that Wayne Rooney 'is not finished with England' and is still in his plans, despite being left out of his first squad as permanent boss.Mar 26, 12:28
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India trail Australia by 52 runs in series decider after faltering start
Nathan Lyon stars for Australia as India are restricted to 248-6 in Dharamsala, with the tourists reaching stumps on day two 52 runs ahead.Mar 26, 12:18
Liverpool 'confident of finalising deal for James Rodriguez'
A report claims that Real Madrid ace James Rodriguez is still wanted by Liverpool, who know that they need to secure Champions League football to lure him to Anfield.Mar 25, 23:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fyaya-toure.JPG "Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure in action during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day")
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure wanted by both Milan clubs?
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is reportedly wanted by AC Milan and Inter Milan, who are battling it out for the Ivorian's signature on a free contract.Mar 25, 22:45
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Report: Arsene Wenger agrees two-year contract extension
Arsene Wenger will reportedly pen another two-year contract extension with Arsenal in the coming days, putting a temporary end to growing speculation over his future.Mar 25, 22:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fjesus-navas.jpg "Jesus Navas in action during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016")
Report: Sevilla to pounce for Manchester Cty outcast Jesus Navas
A report claims that Sevilla want to bring Jesus Navas back to the club on a free contract, with Manchester City unlikely to offer him a new deal before the summer.Mar 25, 22:13
Karim Benzema warns Kylian Mbappe against leaving AS Monaco
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema tells 'phenomenal talent' Kylian Mbappe to bide his time with AS Monaco before moving to another club on the continent.Mar 25, 21:58
Gordon Strachan: 'Pressure will bring best out of Scotland'
Under-fire Scotland boss Gordon Strachan backs his side to return to form when taking on Slovenia in a "must-win" game on Sunday evening.Mar 25, 21:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fjose-mourinho_1.jpg "Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho watches on from the stands ahead of his side's Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016")
Jose Mourinho: 'Trip to Croatia not a scouting mission'
Jose Mourinho downplays suggestions that he was in attendance for Croatia's home game with Ukraine to thrash out a deal for Inter Milan attacker Ivan Perisic.Mar 25, 21:26
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Roger Federer maintains impressive form by overcoming Frances Tiafoe in Miami
Fourth seed Roger Federer beats Frances Tiafoe 7-6(2) 6-3 in the second round of the Miami Open to remain on course for back-to-back titles.Mar 25, 21:11
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fdenis-suarez.jpg "Denis Suarez in action during the Champions League game between Barcelona and Borussia Monchengladbach on December 6, 2016")
Agent: 'No approach from Napoli for Denis Suarez'
The agent of Barcelona midfielder Denis Suarez rejects talk of a summer switch to Napoli, claiming that discussions between the two clubs have not opened.Mar 25, 20:56
Luis Figo wanted Steven Gerrard at Real Madrid
Former Real Madrid midfielder Luis Figo says it is "a pity" that he never got the chance to play alongside Steven Gerrard at the Bernabeu.Mar 25, 20:41
Gareth Southgate hints at first England start for Ben Gibson
England manager Gareth Southgate insists that it 'would not be a gamble' to start Ben Gibson against Lithuania, with injuries and suspensions forcing his hand slightly.Mar 25, 20:29
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fisco.jpg "Isco in action for Real Madrid on September 18, 2016")
Real Madrid midfielder Isco rubbishes links to rivals Barcelona
Real Madrid midfielder Isco claims that the Spanish media 'invented' transfer speculation linking him with Barcelona due to the two-week break from club action.Mar 25, 20:16
RB Leipzig 'show interest in Chelsea youngster Dominic Solanke'
A report claims that Chelsea could miss out on up to £8m in compensation for young striker Dominic Solanke, as he is on the radar of German outfit RB Leipzig.Mar 25, 20:00
Paulo Dybala targeted by Barcelona as replacement for Neymar?
Barcelona will look to replace Neymar with Juventus ace Paulo Dybala should the Brazilian leave in the summer, with Manchester United the frontrunners to land him.Mar 25, 19:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgareth-southgate_1.JPG "Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
Gareth Southgate hailed as "breath of fresh air" by Ryan Bertrand
Full-back Ryan Bertrand is a big fan of Gareth Southgate's decision to pass down more responsibility to England's players on the pitch.Mar 25, 19:31
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Marcus Rashford 'excited' to represent England Under-21s in summer tournament
Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford has no complaints about representing the Three Lions' age-grade side at this summer's U21 Euro 2017 tournament.Mar 25, 19:16
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Tomas Berdych safely through to round three of Miami Open
Tomas Berdych beats Andrey Rublev 6-3 6-2 to book his place in the last 32 of the Miami Open, where he will face Gilles Muller.Mar 25, 19:05
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Dustin Johnson remains on course at WGC-Dell Match Play
Dustin Johnson beats Zach Johnson 5&4 to make it through to the last eight of the WGC-Dell Match Play, where he will be joined by five-time Major champion Phil Mickelson.Mar 25, 18:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fgianluigi-donnarumma.jpg "Gianluigi Donnarumma in action during the Serie A game between Roma and Milan on December 12, 2016")
Silvio Berlusconi: 'Gianluigi Donnarumma will not be sold'
Gianluigi Donnarumma is "a splendid product" of AC Milan's academy system and will not be sold to the highest bidder, according to president Silvio Berlusconi.Mar 25, 15:01
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