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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjose-fonte.jpg "Southampton captain Jose Fonte in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester at the King Power Stadium on October 2, 2016")
Report: Manchester United must sell before making bid for Jose Fonte
A report claims that Jose Fonte is still wanted by Manchester United, but Jose Mourinho must first look to offload at least one player before a bid can be made.Oct 2, 19:41
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Stoke City's Glen Johnson surprise inclusion in England squad
Gareth Southgate recalls five players to England's latest squad for the upcoming qualifiers against Malta and Slovenia, including a surprise call-up for Glen Johnson. Oct 2, 19:19
Aston Villa want Lee Johnson to replace Roberto Di Matteo?
A report claims that Aston Villa are keen to replace Roberto Di Matteo with Lee Johnson, who is currently contracted to Championship rivals Bristol City.Oct 2, 19:13
Zinedine Zidane: Real Madrid "cannot continue like this"
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane plays down talk of a "crisis" at the Bernabeu after seeing his side draw for the fourth game in a row.Oct 2, 18:59
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Andy Murray motivated to become world's best player for first time
World number two Andy Murray aims to end his 2016 campaign with more success as he looks to climb above Novak Djokovic at the top of the standings for the first time.Oct 2, 18:43
Sean Dyche dismayed by manner of home defeat to Arsenal
Burnley manager Sean Dyche questions the decision to add on further additional time at the end of the game after seeing Arsenal nick a winner right at the death.Oct 2, 18:29
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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal "a bit fortunate" to beat Burnley
Arsene Wenger admits that Arsenal were lucky to claim victory over Burnley on Sunday evening, with Laurent Koscielny's late winner coming in controversial circumstances.Oct 2, 18:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fdele-alli.jpg "Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli celebrates after scoring during his side's Premier League match with Manchester City at White Hart Lane on October 2, 2016")
Tottenham Hotspur end Manchester City's perfect league run to close gap at top
A Dele Alli strike and an Aleksandar Kolarov own goal inside the opening 45 minutes help Tottenham Hotspur to a 2-0 win over Manchester City in North London.Oct 2, 15:06
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Live Commentary: Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 Manchester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Tottenham's 2-0 victory over Man City, as Pep Guardiola tasted defeat for the first time in English football.Oct 2, 12:15
Report: Burnley defender Michael Keane to earn England call-up
Burnley ace Michael Keane will be rewarded for his solid form by being called up to the England squad for the first time later today, according to a report.Oct 2, 10:48
Pep Guardiola urges Manchester City chiefs to award Fernandinho new deal
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola heaps praise on midfielder Fernandinho, who he is keen to see awarded a new contract after his impressive start to the season.Oct 2, 10:37
Hugo Lloris, Toby Alderweireld next in line for new White Hart Lane deals?
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino will reportedly hold talks with Hugo Lloris and Toby Alderweireld next week to extend their current terms at White Hart Lane.Oct 2, 10:26
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Team News: Jose Mourinho names unchanged side for Stoke City visit
Jose Mourinho names an unchanged side for Manchester United's meeting with Stoke City at Old Trafford.Oct 2, 10:04
Manchester United 'to raid Manchester City's scouting network'
A report claims that Manchester United are planning to nab four of Manchester City's UK-based scouts to narrow the divide when it comes to developing young players.Oct 2, 09:58
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Eddie Hearn "confident" of Wladimir Klitschko, Anthony Joshua bout
Eddie Hearn believes that the prospect of seeing Wladimir Klitschko face Anthony Joshua in November is around "60-40" in favour of happening.Oct 2, 09:45
Ex-Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard hints at Premier League return
Steven Gerrard is open to the prospect of returning to the Premier League in a playing capacity later this year, but also suggests that he may call time on his career.Oct 2, 09:28
Jose Mourinho has "no problem" with out-of-favour captain Wayne Rooney
Jose Mourinho claims that he is happy with Wayne Rooney's recent performances from the bench and suggests the Englishman still has a big part to play at Old Trafford.Oct 2, 08:56
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Lewis Hamilton title hopes dealt huge blow in Malaysia
Daniel Ricciardo wins the Malaysian Grand Prix for his first victory in two years, taking advantage of Lewis Hamilton's engine issues which forced him to withdraw.Oct 2, 08:47
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Europe captain Darren Clarke: "We need to believe in ourselves"
Darren Clarke urges his European side, who trail USA by three at the 2016 Ryder Cup, to take inspiration from Medinah four years ago when recovering from four down.Oct 2, 08:38
USA lead Europe by three points heading into final day at Hazeltine
Europe have it all to do on the final day of play at the 2016 Ryder Cup as they trail the United States by three points in Minnesota.Oct 2, 08:21
Bournemouth pegged back twice by Watford in four-goal draw
Watford and Bournemouth settle for a point apiece following an entertaining 2-2 draw in their Premier League clash at Vicarage Road.Oct 1, 16:04
Sunderland held by West Bromwich Albion to remain winless in Premier League
Sunderland peg West Bromwich Albion back late on at the Stadium of Light to earn a 1-1 draw, but are still without a win in the Premier League this term.Oct 1, 16:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjurgen-klopp.jpg "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp serves up some side-eye on September 24, 2016")
Jurgen Klopp delighted by Liverpool response at Liberty Stadium
Jurgen Klopp admits that Liverpool were "not perfect" in their meeting with Swansea City but was delighted to leave South Wales with all three points.Oct 1, 14:54
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fwayne-rooney.jpg "Wayne Rooney applauds Manchester United supporters on September 24, 2016")
Mark Hughes: 'Wayne Rooney can learn from Ryan Giggs'
Mark Hughes claims that Wayne Rooney's influence on Manchester United "is huge" and says the Englishman can still thrive at Old Trafford late into his 30s.Oct 1, 13:55
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Former England boss Sam Allardyce facing ban from football
FA chief executive Martin Glenn reveals that Sam Allardyce is the subject of a probe which could end in the former England boss being banned from football.Oct 1, 13:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fdavid-moyes.JPG "Sunderland manager David Moyes takes to the touchline before the English Premier League match between Sunderland and Everton at the Stadium of Light on September 12, 2016")
Team News: David Moyes makes five Sunderland changes
David Moyes makes five changes to his starting lineup for Sunderland's Premier League meeting with West Bromwich Albion, including two alterations in defence.Oct 1, 13:05
Team News: Joshua King returns to Bournemouth bench
Joshua King returns to the bench for Bournemouth as they stick with the same XI for the trip to Watford, while the Hornets make two changes from last time out.Oct 1, 13:02
Alexander Levy holds nerve to claim third European Tour title at Bad Griesbach
Alexander Levy squanders a four-shot overnight lead at the European Open, but keeps his cool to eventually see off Ross Fisher in a playoff round.Sep 25, 17:59
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Claude Puel delighted with "important" win at West Ham United
Southampton boss Claude Puel praises his players for improving from a "bad first half" to claim all three points away at West Ham United in the Premier League.Sep 25, 17:45
Slaven Bilic: West Ham United "simply not good enough"
Slaven Bilic admits that West Ham United "deserved to be defeated" in their home meeting with Southampton following another underwhelming performance.Sep 25, 17:35
Mark Noble: 'West Ham United fortunate to avoid heavier defeat'
Mark Noble claims that things 'cannot get any worse' for West Ham United after being outclassed by Southampton to find themselves inside the bottom three.Sep 25, 17:24
Arsene Wenger fearful over Francis Coquelin injury
Arsene Wenger reveals that Arsenal are awaiting an update on the injury picked up by Francis Coquelin on Saturday, but the Frenchman fears a possible two-month layoff.Sep 25, 17:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F36%2Fkevin-de-bruyne.JPG "Manchester City playmaker Kevin de Bruyne celebrates giving his side the lead in the Manchester derby against Manchester United at Old Trafford on September 10, 2016")
Report: Kevin De Bruyne out for a month with hamstring injury
A report claims that Kevin De Bruyne will miss Manchester City's next five games, as well as Belgium's important World Cup qualifiers, due to a hamstring injury.Sep 25, 16:59
Juan Mata: 'Manchester United players must ignore critics'
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata insists that handling criticism is something that he and his teammates have to "deal with" if they are to succeed at Old Trafford.Sep 25, 16:39
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Miami Marlins pitcher dies in boating accident, aged 24
Jose Fernandez, the leading pitcher of Major League Baseball side Miami Marlins, dies at the age of 24 in a boating accident.Sep 25, 16:14
Liverpool flop Mario Balotelli to earn recall to Italy squad?
A report claims that Mario Balotelli will be included in Italy's squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers after a fine start to life in Ligue 1 with Nice.Sep 25, 16:00
Chelsea 'suffer setback in pursuit of Lazio's Stefan de Vrij'
Lazio reportedly place a £50m valuation on Netherlands international Stefan de Vrij in order to fend off interest from Chelsea, who are in the market for a new defender.Sep 25, 15:46
Leicester City want Morgan Schneiderlin as part of Danny Drinkwater deal?
Manchester United midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin, used sparingly by Jose Mourinho so far this season, could be the key to the Red Devils signing Danny Drinkwater.Sep 25, 15:26
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New Zealand on brink of heavy first Test defeat against India
New Zealand need an unlikely 434 runs on the final day to avoid defeat in their first Test meeting with India in Kanpur.Sep 25, 15:12
Agent Dimitri Seluk expects Yaya Toure to remain at Manchester City
Dimitri Seluk, the controversial agent of Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure, launches a third verbal attack on Pep Guardiola in the space of a week.Sep 25, 11:48
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