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
Valencia 'pull plug on permanent deal for Eliaquim Mangala'
Valencia reportedly pull out of a deal to keep Eliaquim Mangala on a full-time basis, with the £15m-valued Frenchman expected to return to the Etihad Stadium.
Dec 8, 21:12
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Met Police launch investigation into child sex abuse allegations
The Metropolitan Police becomes the latest force to launch an investigation into widespread child sex abuse allegations in football, focusing solely on clubs in London.
Dec 8, 21:00
Mamadou Sakho in action for Liverpool in December 2013
AC Milan, Inter Milan interested in Liverpool outcast Mamadou Sakho?
AC Milan and Inter Milan are ready to battle it out for out-of-favour Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho, according to a report.
Dec 8, 20:46
Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Cristiano Ronaldo "not worried" about off-field issues
Cristiano Ronaldo says that he is "not afraid" of being found of tax fraud by the Spanish authorities, which carries a minimum six-year prison sentence.
Dec 8, 20:33
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri gestures on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at the King Power Stadium on November 6, 2016
Claudio Ranieri calls on Leicester City players to 'show more fight'
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri acknowledges that staying in the Premier League this season is now his side's target due to their poor run of form.
Dec 8, 20:17
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on October 25, 2016
Ian Rush warns Liverpool against selling Daniel Sturridge
Ian Rush believes that "fantastic" Daniel Sturridge still has a big part to play at Liverpool, despite being handed just four Premier League starts this season.
Dec 8, 20:03
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Report: West Ham United close to Murat Saglam capture
A report claims that West Ham United have beaten rivals Tottenham Hotspur to the signing of Wolfsburg's Murat Saglam, who will officially join the club next summer.
Dec 8, 19:49
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger on the touchline during the Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford on November 19, 2016
Arsene Wenger "sceptical" over World Cup expansion plans
Arsene Wenger questions whether FIFA's proposal to expand the World cup by 16 teams from 2026 is a good idea, saying that the quality of the tournament will not improve.
Dec 8, 19:31
Jose Fonte of Southampton in action during his side's Premier League clash with Chelsea at St Mary's on October 30, 2016
Team News: Jose Fonte again overlooked for Southampton selection
Defender Jose Fonte is again left on the bench for Southampton, as they welcome Hapoel Be'er Sheva to St Mary's in a crucial Europa League group-stage tie.
Dec 8, 19:01
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
Ronald Koeman quiet on Memphis Depay, Morgan Schneiderlin links
Everton boss Ronald Koeman admits that Yannick Bolasie's season-ending injury has forced his hand a little, but is unwilling to speak about individual transfer targets.
Dec 8, 18:55
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
Ronald Koeman wants 'to see more productivity' from Ross Barkley
Ronald Koeman insists that he does not have a problem with Ross Barkley's attitude, but instead wants to see the midfielder provide more in an attacking sense.
Dec 8, 18:40
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
Bayern Munich beat Atletico Madrid to make Champions League history
Bayern Munich win a record 15th Champions League home game in succession by overcoming Atletico Madrid 1-0 at the Allianz Arena.
Dec 6, 21:40
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
Live Commentary: Bayern Munich 1-0 Atletico Madrid - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Bayern Munich's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid, as the hosts picked up a 15th-straight win at home in Europe.
Dec 6, 18:45
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
Rio Ferdinand 'offers services to West Ham United as defensive coach'
A report claims that Rio Ferdinand has approached West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic over potentially taking over as the club's new defensive coach.
Dec 4, 23:00
A general shot of St Mary's Stadium prior to Southampton's Premier League clash with Chelsea on October 30, 2016
Ex-Southampton coach accused of abuse 'not vetted'
A former Southampton youth coach accused of sexual abuse by six players was reportedly not police checked before taking on another coaching position elsewhere.
Dec 4, 22:47
Zlatan Ibrahimovic of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Zlatan Ibrahimovic denies deliberately kicking Seamus Coleman in head
Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims that he had no intention of catching Seamus Coleman's head with his foot, saying that he could easily 'put an opponent to sleep' should he wish.
Dec 4, 22:36
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
Julian Draxler reiterates desire to leave Wolfsburg next summer
Julian Draxler is still determined to leave Wolfsburg next year, saying that he 'stands by his comments' from last summer when angling for a move away.
Dec 4, 22:04
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Tiger Woods finishes 15th on return to action, Hideki Matsuyama comes out on top
Returning 14-time Major champion Tiger Woods fails to impress during the final round of the Hero World Challenge - a tournament won by Hideki Matsuyama.
Dec 4, 21:49
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Chapecoense to be crowned Copa Sudamericana champions
Chapecoense, who lost 19 members of their squad during last week's tragic plane crash in Colombia, are to be awarded the Copa Sudamericana crown.
Dec 4, 21:29
Liverpool's Adam Lallana during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on September 16, 2016
Adam Lallana rubbishes Paris Saint-Germain transfer links
Liverpool midfielder Adam Lallana opens up on recent links to Paris Saint-Germain, claiming that he has no intention of leaving Anfield anytime soon.
Dec 4, 21:14
England midfielder Jesse Lingard in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Report: Manchester United, Jesse Lingard in contract stand-off
Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard is reportedly holding off before signing a new deal at Old Trafford, as he is unhappy with the current pay being offered.
Dec 4, 21:02
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
Dani Carvajal apologises for swearing at Barcelona fans
Dani Carvajal admits that he 'should not have provoked' Barcelona fans during Real Madrid's 1-1 draw, after being pictured raising his middle finger to home supporters.
Dec 4, 20:45
Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Derby County at the iPro Stadium on September 20, 2016
Jurgen Klopp 'not concerned' by Loris Karius criticism
Jurgen Klopp attempts to defend goalkeeper Loris Karius following his howler against Bournemouth, saying that he does not care about criticism from former players.
Dec 4, 20:32
Marouane Fellaini of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016
Gary Neville: 'Jose Mourinho not to blame for Marouane Fellaini sub'
Gary Neville describes Marouane Fellaini's challenge on Idrissa Gueye as "idiotic", but says that he can see why Jose Mourinho brought the midfielder on against Everton.
Dec 4, 20:14
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
Managerless Hearts make approach for Newcastle United's Ian Cathro?
Hearts have made Newcastle United coach Ian Cathro their top target to replace Robbie Neilson at Tynecastle, according to a report.
Dec 4, 19:59
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Wales without injured flanker Dan Lydiate for Six Nations
Wales and Ospreys flanker Dan Lydiate requires surgery on his injured knee and will therefore sit out the remainder of the season.
Dec 4, 19:43
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
Sergio Ramos: 'Real Madrid cannot get carried away by Barcelona draw'
Real Madrid goalscorer Sergio Ramos insists that his side will not get too carried away by their draw at Camp Nou, with more than half the season still left to play.
Dec 4, 19:31
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho before his side's Premier League match with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016
Jose Mourinho: "We didn't get what we deserved"
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says that only claiming a point against Everton in a game they "controlled for 80 minutes" was a "bad result" for his side.
Dec 4, 19:14
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
Marouane Fellaini costs Manchester United victory at Goodison Park
Marouane Fellaini gives away a penalty just moments after coming off the bench to gift former side Everton a 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Goodison Park.
Dec 4, 17:56
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
Live Commentary: Everton 1-1 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Everton's 1-1 draw with Manchester United, as the Toffees hit back late on from the spot to claim a point.
Dec 4, 15:00
Manchester United forward Anthony Martial does a better celebration after scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016
Report: Real Madrid, Barcelona battling for Anthony Martial
Manchester United forward Anthony Martial is reportedly wanted by Barcelona and Real Madrid, with the latter prepared to offer James Rodriguez as part of a swap deal.
Dec 3, 22:59
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Tiger Woods fades away on comeback at Hero World Challenge
Tigers Woods starts strongly but fades away during round three of the Hero World Challenge, in a tournament that is now being dominated by Hideki Matsuyama.
Dec 3, 22:43
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 Hughes "delighted" for Marc Muniesa, Jonathan Walters
Mark Hughes says that Marc Muniesa was "exceptional" for Stoke City in their win over Burnley, while Jonathan Walters also made an impression during his rare start.
Dec 3, 22:25
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Chelsea apologise to sex abuse victim Gary Johnson
Chelsea intend to launch an external review into why an investigation was not carried out exploring Gary Johnson's claims that he was sexually abused while at the club.
Dec 3, 22:12
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Lewis Hamilton 'let off hook by Mercedes following Nico Rosberg retirement'
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton will reportedly be let off the hook for his decision to ignore technical chief Paddy Lowe's calls to speed during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Dec 3, 21:58
Willian celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on December 3, 2016
Antonio Conte: 'Still plenty of room for Chelsea improvement'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte urges his players to continue improving aspects of their individual games in order to keep this winning streak running into the festive period.
Dec 3, 21:42
Players fight after Sergio Aguero is sent off during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on December 3, 2016
Pep Guardiola 'sorry' for late Manchester City fracas
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola claims that Sergio Aguero's wild challenge on David Luiz "was not intentional", but apologises for the behaviour of his players.
Dec 3, 21:28
Baggies boss Tony Pulis reacts on September 10, 2016
Tony Pulis wants to "move on" from Crystal Palace fallout
Tony Pulis says that his 10-month legal battle with ex-employers Crystal Palace "has not affected" West Bromwich Albion, and is happy to now put it behind him.
Dec 3, 21:14
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Eddie Jones challenges England players to 'keep on improving'
Eddie Jones wants to see his England squad up their game even further in the coming months in order to seriously challenge for the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.
Dec 3, 20:59
Sexy Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Luis Suarez: 'Barcelona punished for failing to take chances'
Luis Suarez bemoans Barcelona's inability to put the game to bed after he opened the scoring against Real Madrid, saying that his side can have no complaints.
Dec 3, 20:43
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