Jurgen Klopp is a happy man during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur on February 11, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool fired up for Burnley fight'
Jurgen Klopp says that he 'has lots of respect' for Burnley, but is confident that Liverpool have what it takes to overcome the division's 12th-placed side this weekend.
Mar 10, 19:11
Jose Mourinho borrows old pal Wenger's coat to attend the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
Preview:Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Monday evening's FA Cup quarter-final tie between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Mar 10, 18:19
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka on the touchline with Pep Guardiola during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Saturday lunchtime's FA Cup quarter-final tie between Middlesbrough and Manchester City at the Riverside Stadium.
Mar 9, 18:42
Barcelona's Ivan Rakitic speaks at a press conference ahead of his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Ivan Rakitic: 'Barcelona achieved the impossible by beating Paris Saint-Germain'
Ivan Rakitic admits that Barcelona are now 'dreaming' of winning the Champions League after pulling off one of the all-time great results to overcome Paris Saint-Germain.
Mar 8, 22:54
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day
Pep Guardiola: 'Manchester City players fought like never before'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola claims that his side "created a lot of chances" in their league meeting with Stoke City and looked like the team more likely to win.
Mar 8, 22:43
Mark Hughes 'smiles' before the match between Manchester City and Stoke City on March 8, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Nothing fortunate about Manchester City draw'
Mark Hughes praises his Stoke City players for sticking to the gameplan by frustrating Manchester City and earning a credible point at the Etihad Stadium.
Mar 8, 22:30
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
Stoke City striker Saido Berahino delighted to be back playing
Stoke City striker Saido Berahino is delighted to have started his first Premier League game in six months, having been given a 79-minute run-out against Manchester City.
Mar 8, 22:20
David Luiz celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on January 31, 2017
David Luiz 'dreams' of Benfica return before end of career
David Luiz wants to one day return to Benfica, where he previously spent four years, and help the Portuguese club to a European Cup success.
Mar 8, 22:09
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
WADA chief questions speed of Russia doping reforms
The Russian Federation must act quicker to solve the country's doping issues, according to World Anti-Doping Agency director general Olivier Niggli.
Mar 8, 21:57
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Los Angeles Galaxy offer Zlatan Ibrahimovic record-breaking deal?
A report claims that Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be offered the chance to become the MLS's highest-ever earner by joining LA Galaxy in the summer.
Mar 8, 21:41
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Heather Watson sets up second-round meeting with Johanna Konta in California
Heather Watson battles back from behind to beat Nicole Gibbs 4-6 6-2 6-2 and set up a meeting with fellow Brit Johanna Konta.
Mar 8, 21:25
Paul Pogba reacts to a missed chance during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Bournemouth on March 4, 2017
Ryan Giggs defends Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba's price tag
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is still well on course to become a "brilliant footballer", according to club legend Ryan Giggs.
Mar 8, 21:10
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
Massimiliano Allegri 'using Arsenal to make Juventus demands'
Massimiliano Allegri will reportedly sign a new four-year deal with Juventus if given complete control of first-team affairs, but still has one eye on the Barcelona job.
Mar 8, 20:56
Zlatan Ibrahimovic holds his ear after a clash with Tyrone Mings during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Bournemouth on March 4, 2017
Bournemouth "extremely disappointed" after losing Tyrone Mings for five games
Bournemouth question the Football Association's decision to ban Tyrone Mings for five games following his supposed stamp on Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Mar 8, 20:46
Arsene Wenger subs off Alexis Sanchez during the Champions League game between Arsenal and Bayern Munich on March 7, 2017
Mats Hummels has "no pity" for Arsenal after humiliating loss
Mats Hummels puts Bayern Munich's 5-1 second-leg win over Arsenal in the Champions League down to the Gunners' reluctance to shut out the game when reduced to 10 men.
Mar 8, 20:33
Everton winger Yannick Bolasie in action during his side's Premier League clash with West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Yannick Bolasie undergoes second operation on injured knee
Yannick Bolasie remains in a positive mood after a second operation to his injured knee, which is likely to keep him on the sidelines until early 2018.
Mar 8, 20:20
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson celebrates following the team's Premier League victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on September 16, 2016
Jordan Henderson, Daniel Sturridge 'major doubts for Burnley match'
Liverpool will reportedly have to make do without Jordan Henderson and Daniel Sturridge for a third game running, with injury likely to see them miss Burnley's visit.
Mar 8, 20:08
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, Bayern Munich charged by UEFA for fan behaviour
Arsenal are charged by UEFA for a "field invasion" during their meeting with Bayern Munich, while the German outfit could be fined for throwing objects onto the pitch.
Mar 8, 19:53
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
UEFA gives green light for Rostov, Manchester United clash to go ahead
UEFA confirms that Rostov's Europa League last-16 tie with Manchester United will go ahead as planned after the pitch passed an inspection on Wednesday evening.
Mar 8, 19:38
Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling wheels away in celebration after opening the scoring in the Champions League last 16 first leg against AS Monaco at the Etihad Stadium on February 21, 2017
Team News: Raheem Sterling one of three Manchester City players to drop out
Pep Guardiola makes three changes to Manchester City's starting lineup, with Raheem Sterling dropping out of the squad entirely, while Stoke City bring in four new faces.
Mar 8, 19:03
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
Team News: Christian Pulisic fills in for injured Marco Reus
Christian Pulisic takes the place of Marco Reus in Borussia Dortmund's starting lineup to face Benfica, as the Portuguese outfit look to protect their one-goal lead.
Mar 8, 18:48
Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 31, 2016
Diego Costa: 'Training-ground row with Antonio Conte was nothing'
Diego Costa disputes having a big falling out with manager Antonio Conte in January and insists that scoring goals for Chelsea is all that matters.
Mar 8, 15:59
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Newcastle United's Rolando Aarons facing violent disorder charge
Newcastle United midfielder Rolando Aarons is one of seven men summoned to appear at court next month following a late-night brawl in Newcastle city centre in October.
Mar 8, 15:46
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Promoter: Amir Khan, Manny Pacquiao fight "is dead"
Bob Arum, the promoter of WBO world welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao, reveals that next month's proposed bout with Amir Khan will no longer go ahead.
Mar 8, 15:33
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
Sunderland defender Michael Ledger sent out on loan
Young defender Michael Ledger swaps Sunderland for Viking FK until the end of June, potentially bringing an end to his career at the Stadium of Light.
Mar 8, 15:21
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017
Antonio Conte 'to sign new Chelsea deal in matter of days'
A report claims that Chelsea will look to secure the long-term future of boss Antonio Conte prior to the end of the week, amid suggestions that he is wanted by Barcelona.
Mar 8, 15:11
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford in action during his side's FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017
Marcus Rashford sets sights on Europa League success
Marcus Rashford insists that Manchester United will travel to Rostov with just one thing in mind - winning the match and taking another step towards European glory.
Mar 8, 14:58
Manchester United speedster Marouane Fellaini in full flight during the FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017
Marouane Fellaini not ready to quit Manchester United for China
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini says that making a switch to the Chinese Super League "is not a priority" at this stage of his career.
Mar 8, 14:46
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
Casemiro offers support to Real Madrid's under-fire BBC
Casemiro insists that Real Madrid's front three of Karim Benzema, Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo remain "very important players" for the club, despite recent criticism.
Mar 8, 14:35
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 Cook attracting interest from West Bromwich Albion?
Tony Pulis is reportedly keeping tabs on Bournemouth's Steve Cook and may offer £7m to sign him in the summer, while Gareth Southgate is also monitoring his progress.
Mar 8, 14:23
Daley Blind has a crouch during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Stoke City on October 2, 2016
Daley Blind: 'Manchester United cannot use Rostov pitch as excuse'
Manchester United defender Daley Blind warns his teammates that they must remain focused if they are to overcome the elements and pick up victory in Rostov.
Mar 8, 14:10
Fernandinho leaves the field after seeing red during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Fernandinho 'to be rewarded with new deal by Manchester City'
Fernandinho is to be offered a new 12-month rolling contract by Manchester City at the end of the season, according to a report.
Mar 8, 13:59
Robbie Brady and Joey Barton in the Premier League match between Burnley and Chelsea on February 12, 2017
Joey Barton betting case hearing adjourned by Football Association
Joey Barton is free to continue playing for Burnley after his gambling disciplinary hearing was postponed by the Football Association on Wednesday morning.
Mar 8, 13:50
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Steve Borthwick coy on Billy Vunipola inclusion for Scotland match
Steve Borthwick talks up the ability of Billy Vunipola, but refuses to be drawn into suggestions that he is in line to start against Scotland on Saturday.
Mar 8, 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
Report: Atalanta BC want £34m for midfielder Franck Kessie
A report claims that Atalanta BC midfielder Franck Kessie could be on his way to the Premier League should Manchester United or Chelsea hand over £34m in the summer.
Mar 8, 13:29
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho watches on during his side's FA Cup fifth round clash with Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on February 19, 2017
Rostov boss: 'Pitch will be a problem for Manchester United'
Ivan Daniliants understands Jose Mourinho's frustrations over the poor quality of the playing surface at Rostov's Olimp-2 home.
Mar 8, 13:13
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: Victor Lindelof snubs Manchester United by signing new Benfica deal
A report claims that Benfica's Victor Lindelof has signed a new contract at the Estadio da Luz until 2021, putting an end to Manchester United's lingering interest.
Mar 6, 18:58
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George North warned about form by defence coach Shaun Edwards
Shaun Edwards believes that George North's previous reputation is enough to keep him in the Wales side, despite facing criticism for his display against Scotland.
Mar 6, 18:46
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
Alex Neil admits Norwich City dressing room frustration
Norwich City manager Alex Neil offers a frank assessment of the direction his side's season is heading following Saturday's heavy defeat to Sheffield Wednesday.
Mar 6, 18:35
Greg Rutherford in action at the Rio Olympics on August 13, 2016
Greg Rutherford conned out of £48,000 by former manager
Great Britain long jumper Greg Rutherford was left "feeling sick" when he discovered that his former manager cheated him out of tens of thousands of pounds.
Mar 6, 18:21
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