Ashley Williams in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on December 13, 2016
Ashley Williams: 'Merseyside derby with Liverpool will be special'
Ashley Williams hopes to leave his mark in his first taste of Merseyside derby action, as Everton welcome rivals Liverpool to Goodison Park.
Dec 19, 13:23
Georginio Wijnaldum poses at Melwood on December 6, 2016
Georginio Wijnaldum 'confident' of Liverpool title success
Georginio Wijnaldum is not giving up hope of seeing Liverpool chop down Chelsea's current nine-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
Dec 19, 13:08
Neymar in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Team News: Neymar returns to Barcelona attack for Espanyol clash
Neymar is back in Barcelona's starting lineup for the derby with Espanyol following his recent one-match suspension.
Dec 18, 18:52
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
Mauricio Pochettino: Victory over Burnley "fully deserved"
Mauricio Pochettino admits to being "pleased" by Tottenham Hotspur's narrow 2-1 win over Burnley, which he feels was "fully deserved" over the 90 minutes.
Dec 18, 18:45
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 14, 2016
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola: "Arsenal were lucky in first half"
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola reveals that he 'did not have to say anything' to his players at half time against Arsenal, seeing his side recover to win 2-1.
Dec 18, 18:30
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
Four Premier League sides 'monitoring Saido Berahino situation'
A report claims that West Bromwich Albion outcast Saido Berahino is wanted by four Premier League clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur and Stoke City.
Dec 18, 18:15
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
Tottenham Hotspur recover against Burnley to close gap on top four
Dele Alli and Danny Rose score to help Tottenham Hotspur recover from an early deficit against Burnley, earning a 2-1 win to close the gap on the top four.
Dec 18, 17:56
Wilfried Bony in action for Stoke City on September 10, 2016
Report: Stoke City loanee Wilfried Bony weighing up Far East offers
Manchester City striker Wilfried Bony could cut short his Stoke City loan spell after reportedly being made the subject of bids from Chinese Super League clubs.
Dec 18, 17:33
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
Liverpool to rival Paris Saint-Germain for Nantes winger?
Nantes winger Amine Harit is reportedly a target for both Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, while Inter Milan and AC Milan are also said to have shown an interest.
Dec 18, 17:20
Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Cristiano Ronaldo thanks Real Madrid teammates for "dream year"
Real Madrid and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo admits that 2016 has been a year to remember for him, having rounded it off with another piece of silverware.
Dec 18, 17:00
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
James Rodriguez unsure of Real Madrid future amid talk of exit
James Rodriguez gives his strongest hint yet that he will likely move on from Real Madrid next month, having been made the subject of offers from unnamed clubs.
Dec 18, 16:45
Eddie Howe watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Leicester City on December 13, 2016
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe: "We have to bounce back"
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe urges his players to quickly recover from their 3-1 defeat at the hands of Southampton ahead of the busy festive period.
Dec 18, 16:33
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
Claude Puel delighted to see Jay Rodriguez hit scoring trail
Claude Puel salutes Jay Rodriguez's two-goal showing against Bournemouth, which helped Southampton to a 3-1 victory at the Vitality Stadium.
Dec 18, 16:21
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Australia close to within two wickets of victory over Pakistan
Asad Shafiq hits his 10th Test century to ensure that Pakistan's first Test with Australia will go into a fifth day, with the tourists being given a glimmer of hope.
Dec 18, 16:12
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
Cristiano Ronaldo treble helps Real Madrid to Club World Cup crown
Cristiano Ronaldo scores a hat-trick as Real Madrid overcome Kashima Antlers after extra time in the Club World Cup final.
Dec 18, 13:02
Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson celebrates after scoring his side's fifth goal in their 6-1 victory over Hull City at the Vitality Stadium on October 15, 2016
Team News: Callum Wilson comes in for Benik Afobe after being cleared of concussion
Callum Wilson comes in for Benik Afobe in Bournemouth's only change for the meeting with Southampton at the Vitality Stadium.
Dec 18, 12:33
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
Manchester United 'make £38m bid for defender Victor Lindelof'
Benfica defender Victor Lindelof has been made the subject of a bid worth up to £38m by Manchester United, according to a report.
Dec 18, 12:28
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
Report: Chelsea plotting £75m January bid for James Rodriguez
Chelsea are reportedly willing to pay the full £75m asking price for Real Madrid ace James Rodriguez, with Oscar's imminent exit enough to fund the deal.
Dec 18, 12:14
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England toil on day four of final Test against India
Lokesh Rahul falls one short of a double century as India close in on England's first-innings score in Chennai.
Dec 18, 11:59
Unai Emery watches on during the Champions League game between Arsenal and PSG on November 23, 2016
Unai Emery: 'I have backing of Paris Saint-Germain president'
Unai Emery remains confident that Paris Saint-Germain can turn around their faltering Ligue 1 fortunes, insisting that he has the full support of the club's president.
Dec 18, 11:43
Claudio Ranieri watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Leicester City on December 13, 2016
Claudio Ranieri: 'Stoke City draw a turning point for Leicester City'
Claudio Ranieri hails the "fantastic spirit" of his Leicester City players following Saturday's 2-2 comeback draw with Stoke City at the bet365 Stadium.
Dec 18, 11:29
Michy Batshuayi in action for Chelsea on August 20, 2016
Antonio Conte compares Michy Batshuayi to Simone Zaza
Antonio Conte insists that it is 'not easy to adapt to English football', but believes striker Michy Batshuayi can soon settle into life at Chelsea.
Dec 18, 11:15
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 hails "superman" striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Jose Mourinho heaps praise on "fantastic" striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who he believes is proving his doubters wrong in the world's "most difficult" division.
Dec 18, 11:01
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
Tony Pulis: 'Jose Mourinho right man to restore Manchester United'
Tony Pulis expects Jose Mourinho to turn Manchester United into a title-winning machine in the same way as Sir Alex Ferguson before him.
Dec 18, 10:48
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
Shane Long targets silverware for Southampton in New Year
Southampton striker Shane Long admits that winning a piece of silverware is the one thing holding his team back, with an EFL Cup semi-final with Liverpool on the horizon.
Dec 18, 10:33
Swansea City manager Bob Bradley watches on from the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester United at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Bob Bradley: 'I will not back down from Swansea City challenge'
Swansea City manager Bob Bradley urges his players and supporters to "stick together" following another heavy defeat on their travels on Saturday afternoon.
Dec 18, 10:21
A general shot of West Ham United's London Stadium
West Ham United post voted Man of the Match by supporters
A Twitter poll on West Ham United's official account closes with 'The Post' as runaway winner for the Man of the Match award following Saturday's 1-0 win over Hull City.
Dec 18, 10:09
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Bernard Hopkins knocked out of ring by Joe Smith Jr in final fight
Bernard Hopkins loses to Joe Smith Jr by technical knockout in his retirement fight, bringing an end to his career in a disappointing manner.
Dec 18, 09:55
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger on the touchline during the North London derby at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016
Arsene Wenger: 'Winning title made tougher by Pep Guardiola'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger acknowledges that it will be more difficult than ever to win the Premier League title this season due to the influx of superstar managers.
Dec 18, 09:42
Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez celebrates scoring his side's first goal against Ludogorets on October 19, 2016
Pep Guardiola: 'Arsene Wenger getting best out of Alexis Sanchez'
Pep Guardiola praises Arsene Wenger for getting the most out of Alexis Sanchez at Arsenal, admitting that his current central role is "perfect" for the Chilean.
Dec 18, 09:29
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Warren Gatland to quit Wales after British and Irish Lions tour?
Wales head coach Warren Gatland will stand down from his position after next summer's British and Irish Lions tour, a report claims.
Dec 18, 09:14
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 Noble penalty earns West Ham United victory over Hull City
Mark Noble's second-half penalty proves the difference between West Ham United and Hull City, as the Tigers drop to the foot of the Premier League table.
Dec 17, 17:13
Alvaro Negredo in action for Middlesbrough on November 20, 2016
Middlesbrough inflict further misery on Swansea City
Swansea City drift further away from safety after suffering a 3-0 defeat against fellow strugglers Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium.
Dec 17, 16:54
Swansea City manager Bob Bradley watches on from the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester United at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Live Commentary: Middlesbrough 3-0 Swansea City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Middlesbrough's 3-0 win over Swansea City, as the visitors suffered yet more woe on their travels.
Dec 17, 14:00
Alexis Sanchez in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on December 13, 2016
Alexis Sanchez: New contract "depends on Arsenal"
Alexis Sanchez opens up on his ongoing contract talks with Arsenal, claiming that it is now down to the club to meet his demands.
Dec 16, 15:58
Claude Puel watches on during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Southampton on December 14, 2016
Claude Puel: 'Important Southampton claim bragging rights at Bournemouth'
Claude Puel wants to see his Southampton players claim bragging rights this weekend when locking horns with south coast rivals Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.
Dec 16, 15:40
Tottenham Hotspur's Eric Dier slides in for a challenge on Admir Mehmedi of Bayer Leverkusen during the Champions League Group E clash at Wembley Stadium on November 2, 2016
Mauricio Pochettino reiterates Eric Dier's desire to remain at White Hart Lane
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino insists that Eric Dier has never once told him that he is unhappy at the club, contrary to recent press reports.
Dec 16, 15:26
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gesticulates on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte: "No team is unbeatable"
Antonio Conte is anticipating another "very tough" match this weekend when Chelsea head to London rivals Crystal Palace, admitting that remaining unbeaten is unlikely.
Dec 16, 15:10
Eden Hazard in action for Chelsea on December 3, 2016
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard in contention for Crystal Palace trip
Eden Hazard has returned to training and is in contention to face Crystal Palace on Saturday, but Antonio Conte is not yet sure whether to start the Belgian.
Dec 16, 14:56
Ilkay Gundogan in action for Manchester City on September 17, 2016
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan to undergo surgery on knee injury
Pep Guardiola concedes that Ilkay Gundogan will be a 'big miss' for Manchester City, as he is facing "a long time" on the sidelines.
Dec 16, 14:42
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