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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka_1.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Aitor Karanka "doesn't understand" Middlesbrough display
Aitor Karanka confesses that Middlesbrough gave themselves too much to do in the second half of their meeting with Crystal Palace following a slow start to the match.Feb 25, 19:13
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West Bromwich Albion beat Bournemouth to tighten grip on eighth place
Craig Dawson and Gareth McAuley find the net against Bournemouth to earn West Bromwich Albion a 2-1 win - their fourth Premier League home victory in succession.Feb 25, 17:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F01%2Fsean-dyche.jpg "Sean Dyche shouts orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017")
Burnley hold Hull City to earn away day reprieve
Michael Keane earns Burnley a 1-1 draw with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium to end his side's run of seven successive defeats on their Premier League travels.Feb 25, 16:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F04%2Fmarco-silva.jpg "Marco Silva watches on during the EFL Cup semi-final between Hull City and Manchester United on January 26, 2017")
Live Commentary: Hull City 1-1 Burnley - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage of Burnley's 1-1 draw with Hull City, as the Clarets put an end to their seven-game losing run on their travels.Feb 25, 13:59
Ten-man Porto made to pay by Juventus at Estadio do Dragao
Marko Pjaca and Dani Alves come off the bench to score second-half goals for Juventus in their 2-0 first-leg win over Porto in the last 16 of the Champions League.Feb 22, 21:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F35%2Fhenrikh-mkhitaryan.jpg "Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action for Manchester United against Hull City on August 27, 2016")
Manchester United ease into last 16 of Europa League
Manchester United beat Saint-Etienne 1-0 on the night and 4-0 on aggregate to make it into the last 16 of the Europa League.Feb 22, 18:52
Live Commentary: Porto 0-2 Juventus - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Juventus's 2-0 win over Porto, as the Italian side made their man advantage count in the first leg.Feb 22, 18:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F08%2Fsaint-etienne-fans.JPG "Saint-Etienne fans let off flares during the Europa League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on February 16, 2017")
Live Commentary: Saint-Etienne 0-1 Manchester United (0-4 on aggregate) - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester United's 1-0 win over Saint-Etienne, as Henrikh Mkhitaryan's goal ensured a safe passage through.Feb 22, 16:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F07%2Fantonio-conte-cheslea.jpg "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017")
Report: Antonio Conte agrees new three-year Chelsea deal
A report claims that Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has agreed to extend his contract at Stamford Bridge by a further year until 2020.Feb 20, 23:02
Steve Bruce: 'Newcastle United display sums Aston Villa up'
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce laments the "horrible goals" conceded by his side in their 2-0 loss at the hands of Newcastle United.Feb 20, 22:46
Jamaal Lascelles "very pleased" with victory over Aston Villa
Jamaal Lascelles declares himself "very pleased" with Newcastle United's 2-0 win over Aston Villa, which lifts them back to the top of the Championship table.Feb 20, 22:31
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F51%2Farsene-wenger.jpg "Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on December 18, 2016")
Arsene Wenger: 'Sutton United victory a confidence booster'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger praises Sutton United for the fight they put up in Monday's FA Cup tie and says that he is happy to have simply got the job done.Feb 20, 22:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fwayne-rooney_1.JPG "Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017")
Wayne Rooney doubtful for EFL Cup final due to tooth surgery?
Jose Mourinho reveals that he "does not know" whether Wayne Rooney will be fit to feature against Southampton, having reportedly undergone a root canal operation.Feb 20, 22:09
Report: Arsenal make Lorenzo Insigne top summer transfer target
A report claims that Arsenal are in the hunt to lure striker Lorenzo Insigne from Napoli in the summer after sending scouts to watch him at the weekend.Feb 20, 21:52
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England welcome back Vunipola brothers ahead of Italy clash
Mako Vunipola is named in England's enlarged 28-man group for the meeting with Italy, while brother Billy Vunipola joins up with the squad to be fully assessed.Feb 20, 21:38
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F04%2Fdejan-lovren.jpg "Dejan Lovren in action during the EFL Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Southampton on January 25, 2017")
Dejan Lovren 'sent to Germany for further treatment on knee injury'
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren is reportedly receiving treatment in Germany to rectify a persistent knee issue, leaving him doubtful for the trip to face Leicester City.Feb 20, 21:18
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West Bromwich Albion subject of new American TV documentary
West Bromwich Albion are to follow in the steps of Watford and Crystal Palace by featuring in a behind-the-scenes documentary for American TV.Feb 20, 21:05
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjohn-terry_1.jpg "John Terry of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and West Ham United at Stamford Bridge on August 15, 2016")
Asmir Begovic expects John Terry to stay at Chelsea next season
Asmir Begovic backs John Terry to prolong his Chelsea stay by another season, potentially taking him into a 23rd year in West London.Feb 20, 20:52
Borussia Dortmund chief: 'New deal for Thomas Tuchel an option'
Thomas Tuchel could be offered a new contract by Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season despite a disappointing run of form, according to chief Hans-Joachim Watzke.Feb 20, 20:34
Leonardo Jardim: 'AS Monaco will not change style for Manchester City match'
AS Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim concedes that Manchester City are favourites to progress in the Champions League, but he will not alter his side's style of play.Feb 20, 20:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fchampions-league.jpg "A large set of balls are seen ahead of the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016")
Channel 4 'to show Champions League football for first time'
Champions League football could be shown on terrestrial television in Britain once again from next season, as Channel 4 has explored the option of sharing the rights.Feb 20, 20:06
Millwall "extremely disappointed" with Leicester City conduct
Millwall hit back at Leicester City for the manner in which they dealt with a complaint to the Football Association, claiming that no concerns were raised at the time.Feb 20, 19:52
Pep Guardiola: 'Marcelo Bielsa best coach in the world'
Pep Guardiola welcomes the imminent return to management of Marcelo Bielsa, who will take charge of Ligue 1 side Lille from the start of 2017-18.Feb 20, 19:35
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Marc Sneyd commits to Hull FC with new two-year deal
Marc Sneyd says that he is "really happy" to have signed a new deal with Hull FC, keeping him in place at the KCOM Stadium until the end of 2019.Feb 20, 19:22
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Team News: Arsenal make seven changes for Sutton United tie
Arsene Wenger makes seven alterations to Arsenal's starting lineup for tonight's meeting with Sutton United, including a place in attack for Lucas Perez.Feb 20, 19:01
Ander Herrera pleased with battling spirit in Blackburn Rovers win
Ander Herrera insists that every player in Manchester United's squad is ready to step up when called upon, following the 2-1 comeback win over Blackburn Rovers.Feb 19, 18:58
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Chelsea to face Manchester United in FA Cup quarter-final
Manchester United are drawn away to Chelsea in the sixth round of the FA Cup, while non-league Lincoln City will face either Arsenal or Sutton United.Feb 19, 18:34
Inter Milan issue hands-off warning to Ivan Perisic suitors
Sporting director Piero Ausilio stresses that Inter Milan have no reason to sell Premier League-linked winger Ivan Perisic at the end of the season.Feb 19, 18:26
Shaun Wane hails "fantastic feeling" after World Club Challenge victory
Shaun Wane airs his delight after seeing Wigan Warriors win a record fourth World Club Challenge with victory over Cronulla Sharks.Feb 19, 18:13
Report: Thierry Henry in frame to replace Arsene Wenger at Arsenal
Arsenal backer Stan Kroenke has reportedly put Thierry Henry at the top of his shortlist to replace Arsene Wenger, whose position beyond the summer is in doubt.Feb 19, 17:58
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F06%2Fjurgen-klopp_1.jpg "Jurgen Klopp is a happy man during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur on February 11, 2017")
Jurgen Klopp desperate to secure Champions League football at Anfield
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp claims that qualifying for the Champions League is tougher to achieve in the Premier League than any other division on the continent.Feb 19, 17:35
Carlo Ancelotti admits to middle finger gesture after "being spat at"
Carlo Ancelotti confesses to gesturing to Hertha Berlin fans with his middle finger, but only after being "spat at" during Bayern Munich's 1-1 draw.Feb 19, 17:18
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fanfield-general-main-stand.JPG "A general shot of the new Main Stand at Anfield ahead of Liverpool's Premier League clash with Watford on November 6, 2016")
Liverpool 'beat Manchester United to Yasser Larouci signing'
Le Havre youth product Yasser Larouci is reportedly close to joining Liverpool after choosing the Reds over Manchester United.Feb 19, 16:58
Danny Welbeck ruled out of Sutton United tie due to plastic pitch
Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck says that playing on Sutton United's plastic pitch "is not the best idea", having instead played for the club's Under-21s side.Feb 19, 16:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fjohn-stones_2.jpg "John Stones in action for Manchester City on September 10, 2016")
Rio Ferdinand: 'Pep Guardiola right manager for John Stones'
Rio Ferdinand 'admires' the coaching style of Pep Guardiola when it comes to John Stones, but believes the defender needs a player like Vincent Kompany alongside him.Feb 19, 16:29
Report: Chelsea tracking Atalanta BC defender Andrea Conti
Atalanta BC right-back Andrea Conti is a target for Chelsea after being closely monitored by the Premier League leaders, according to a report.Feb 19, 16:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F05%2Fpedro.jpg "A happy Pedro in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on February 4, 2017")
Chelsea prove too strong for Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux
Pedro and Diego Costa score a goal apiece in the final 30 minutes to help Chelsea to a 2-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers in round five of the FA Cup.Feb 18, 19:24
Live Commentary: Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 2-0 win over Wolves, as the Blues scored two second-half goals to progress into round six.Feb 18, 16:30
Lincoln City stun Burnley to make modern-day history in FA Cup
Lincoln City create modern-day history by becoming the first non-league side to reach round six of the FA Cup since 1912, courtesy of a 1-0 win over Burnley.Feb 18, 14:28
Live Commentary: Burnley 0-1 Lincoln City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Lincoln City's 1-0 win over Burnley, as the Imps created a piece of modern-day history in the FA Cup.Feb 18, 11:30
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