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
Pep Guardiola "sad" for Barcelona following imminent departure of Luis Enrique
Former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola is "upset" about the news that close friend Luis Enrique will leave the club at the end of the season after three years in charge.
Mar 2, 13:24
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
Report: Wayne Rooney considering return to boyhood club Everton
A report claims that Everton had a loan bid for Wayne Rooney knocked back in January, but the Manchester United striker will consider a permanent move in the summer.
Mar 2, 13:11
Danny Drinkwater celebrates scoring Leicester City's second goal against Liverpool on February 27, 2017
Jamie Vardy brace breathes new life into Leicester City
Jamie Vardy scores twice to help Leicester City to a 3-1 win over Liverpool - their first victory of 2017 and enough to lift them out of the relegation zone.
Feb 27, 21:53
Danny Drinkwater celebrates scoring Leicester City's second goal against Liverpool on February 27, 2017
Live Commentary: Leicester City 3-1 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Leicester City's 3-1 win over Liverpool, as the Foxes picked up their first win of 2017 in style.
Feb 27, 18:59
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on December 31, 2016
Report: Sergio Aguero to push through move to Real Madrid
A report claims that Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is hoping to join Real Madrid in the summer, but he will only be allowed to leave if £60m is offered.
Feb 26, 22:54
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 injury just a knock'
The injury sustained by Gareth Bale in Real Madrid's comeback win over Villarreal is nothing major, according to Los Blancos boss Zinedine Zidane.
Feb 26, 22:42
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 expects Andy Carroll to be fit for Chelsea match
Slaven Bilic hopes to see Andy Carroll "shine" on his latest return to action next week when West Ham United face league leaders Chelsea at the London Stadium.
Feb 26, 22:27
David Luiz celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on January 31, 2017
David Luiz: 'Chelsea must keep working hard to get over title-winning line'
David Luiz insists that winning the Premier League title remains a "difficult" task for Chelsea, despite finding themselves 10 points clear at the summit.
Feb 26, 22:17
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
Martin Keown: 'Tottenham Hotspur still 10 years behind Arsenal'
Martin Keown insists that Tottenham Hotspur have a long way to go before they catch up with his former club Arsenal, despite another solid campaign at White Hart Lane.
Feb 26, 22:04
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
Report: Arsenal set sights on Manchester City teen Jadon Sancho
Young forward Jadon Sancho, rated highly by Manchester City after impressing at age-grade level, is reportedly a target for Premier League rivals Arsenal.
Feb 26, 21:53
Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 31, 2016
Chelsea 'offered £90m for Diego Costa during January window'
A report claims that Chelsea rejected a £90m offer from Tianjin Quanjian for Diego Costa last month in a deal worth £85m in wages to the Spaniard across three years.
Feb 26, 21:37
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Andy Murray 'feeling fresh' after recent illness layoff
Andy Murray is ready for his first involvement in the Dubai Tennis Championship after seeing his court time curtailed since exiting the Australian Open last month.
Feb 26, 21:24
Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015
Alberto Salazar refutes fresh anti-doping allegations
Alberto Salazar, the coach of Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah, hits back at claims that he broke anti-doping rules by giving athletes a banned substance.
Feb 26, 21:12
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
Simon Mignolet: 'Liverpool players have discussed China move'
Simon Mignolet concedes that the astronomical sums of money on offer in the Far East is something that any Premier League player would consider taking advantage of.
Feb 26, 20:55
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri at the FA Cup match against Millwall on February 18, 2017
Sinisa Mihajlovic: 'Leicester City players don't deserve a manager'
Sinisa Mihajlovic insists that Leicester City's players deserve to be punished for their decision to reportedly shove Claudio Ranieri towards the King Power Stadium exit.
Feb 26, 20:41
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks to the media on December 5, 2016
Luis Enrique: 'Poor playing surface benefited Barcelona'
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique says that the state of the pitch benefited his side in their 2-1 win over La Liga rivals Atletico Madrid.
Feb 26, 20:28
Southampton manager Claude Puel before his side's Premier League match against Chelsea at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016
Claude Puel calls for video technology to be introduced
Southampton boss Claude Puel claims that the decision to rule out a Manolo Gabbiadini goal was a potential turning point and says video technology should be introduced.
Feb 26, 20:12
Zlatan Ibrahimovic of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Jose Mourinho remains hopeful over new Zlatan Ibrahimovic deal
Jose Mourinho jokes that Manchester United fans will continue to hound Zlatan Ibrahimovic until he pens a new deal, saying that he is hopeful of seeing him commit.
Feb 26, 19:59
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Eddie Jones threatens to retire from rugby due to Italy tactics
Eddie Jones is unhappy with the tactics used by Italy against England, claiming that Sunday's Six Nations clash at Twickenham 'was not rugby'.
Feb 26, 19:45
Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Southampton on December 14, 2016
Claude Puel: 'Manchester United were too clinical for Southampton'
Claude Puel praises Manchester United for making the most of their chances in Sunday's EFL Cup final, but suggests that Southampton were hard done by in the 3-2 loss.
Feb 26, 19:33
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Jose Mourinho hails "outstanding" Zlatan Ibrahimovic after Wembley double
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho heaps praise on matchwinner Zlatan Ibrahimovic, while also paying homage to Southampton for pushing his side all the way at Wembley.
Feb 26, 19:19
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Manchester City at Old Trafford on October 26, 2016
Michael Carrick: 'Winning EFL Cup all that matters'
Michael Carrick admits that Manchester United 'were not at their best' in the EFL Cup final meeting with Southampton, but is delighted to have got the job done.
Feb 26, 19:08
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli celebrates with Harry Kane during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Harry Kane hat-trick earns Tottenham Hotspur easy win over Stoke City
Harry Kane scores three first-half goals and sets up another for Dele Alli to help Tottenham Hotspur to a 4-0 win over Stoke City at White Hart Lane.
Feb 26, 15:19
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during his side's North London derby against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016
Live Commentary: Tottenham Hotspur 4-0 Stoke City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Tottenham's 4-0 win over Stoke City, as a third Harry Kane hat-trick of the year set the Lilywhites on their way.
Feb 26, 10:59
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Kylian Mbappe tops Manchester City's summer wishlist?
AS Monaco youngster Kylian Mbappe, who found the net in the 5-3 defeat to Manchester City in midweek, is reportedly a summer transfer target for the Citizens.
Feb 25, 22:59
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: Manchester United lead race for Gianluigi Donnarumma
A report claims that Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is interested in signing Gianluigi Donnarumma from AC Milan, but Manchester City have also shown an interest.
Feb 25, 22:47
Juan Mata of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Juan Mata 'available for EFL Cup after flying back from grandfather's funeral'
A report claims that Juan Mata will be in contention to feature in the EFL Cup final, despite attending his grandfather's funeral in Spain on Saturday.
Feb 25, 22:32
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Eoin Morgan leads way in England warm-up win
England beat a Vice Chancellor's XI by 117 runs ahead of their upcoming one-day series in the West Indies, with skipper Eoin Morgan top scoring for the tourists.
Feb 25, 22:19
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
Jamie Vardy hits out at 'hurtful' Claudio Ranieri sacking speculation
Jamie Vardy insists that Claudio Ranieri will always have his "complete respect", following reports that he allegedly played a part in the Italian's Leicester City exit.
Feb 25, 22:03
Anthony Joshua in an opening training session on December 6, 2016
Anthony Joshua planning to 'knock Wladimir Klitschko out'
Reigning IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua predicts that he will beat Wladimir Klitschko via knockout in a "slightly unexpected way" when they meet in April.
Feb 25, 21:49
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Ali Williams, James O'Connor arrested on drugs charges
Former New Zealand lock Ali Williams and ex-Australia back James O'Connor are arrested after allegedly attempting to purchase cocaine.
Feb 25, 21:32
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
Chris Hughton praises "professional" Brighton & Hove Albion display
Chris Hughton is happy to see the gap on third place open up to six points following Brighton & Hove Albion's "professional" win over Reading at the Amex Stadium.
Feb 25, 21:20
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Everton at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Slaven Bilic: 'West Ham United showed more quality than Watford'
West Ham United boss Slaven Bilic says that it is "two points dropped" for his side after being made to work hard for their 1-1 draw with Watford at Vicarage Road.
Feb 25, 21:09
Walter Mazzarri watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 14, 2016
Walter Mazzarri bemoans "silly" Watford errors in draw with West Ham United
Walter Mazzarri admits that "it is not acceptable" to gift the opposition a goal on the counter when ahead, as his Watford side did in their meeting with West Ham United.
Feb 25, 21:00
Sheffield Wednesday manager Carlos Carvalhal thinks he's got away with it on October 16, 2016
Carlos Carvalhal takes responsibility for defeat to Leeds United
Carlos Carvalhal says that Sheffield Wednesday "win together and lose together" after seeing a defensive error cost his side a share of the points against Leeds United.
Feb 25, 20:36
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
Rafael Benitez happy with "great" reaction from Newcastle United
Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez has mixed feelings following the 2-2 draw with Bristol City, having seen his side do well to recover but still drop two points.
Feb 25, 20:23
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
Steve McClaren: 'Derby County didn't deserve to lose to Aston Villa'
Steve McClaren claims that Aston Villa did not deserve to beat his Derby County side as referee Andrew Madley failed to award the Rams a "stonewall penalty".
Feb 25, 20:11
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 is now 100% fit'
Zinedine Zidane may hand Gareth Bale his first La Liga start in more than three months after declaring the Welshman "100% fit" following his recent layoff.
Feb 25, 19:57
Tony Pulis barks orders during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Watford on December 3, 2016
Tony Pulis: 'West Bromwich Albion need to kill teams off'
Tony Pulis challenges his West Bromwich Albion players to push on from their positive run of form after winning four league games in succession at The Hawthorns.
Feb 25, 19:42
Eddie Howe watches on during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Bournemouth on February 25, 2017
Eddie Howe: 'Bournemouth struggling to end losing run'
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe calls on supporters and players to keep on believing after seeing his side pick up just one win in 11 outings in all competitions.
Feb 25, 19:30
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