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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Team News: Islam Slimani handed Leicester City debut in Bruges
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri hands summer signing Islam Slimani his first start in this evening's Champions League tie against Club Brugge.Sep 14, 17:49
Team News: Erik Lamela comes in for Victor Wanyama as Tottenham Hotspur make one change
Erik Lamela replaces Victor Wanyama in midfield as Tottenham Hotspur welcome AS Monaco to Wembley Stadium.Sep 14, 17:47
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Team News: Ilkay Gundogan handed Manchester City debut
Pep Guardiola brings Ilkay Gundogan into Manchester City's starting lineup for the rearranged meeting with Borussia Monchengladbach.Sep 14, 17:45
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Jurgen Klopp 'impressed' by Antonio Conte's work at Juventus
Jurgen Klopp describes Antonio Conte as the "Pep Guardiola of Juventus" after the Italian's impressive start to life at new club Chelsea.Sep 14, 17:40
Arsene Wenger content with "resilient" Arsenal display
Arsene Wenger concedes that Arsenal were second best in the early parts of their clash against PSG, but believes that his side were good value for their point in the end.Sep 13, 22:24
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Russian hackers leak confidential files of United States athletes
Tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams are among those to have had their personal data leaked by Russian hackers, in a possible revenge attack.Sep 13, 22:14
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Six Nations start date 'to remain unchanged in calendar shake-up'
A report claims that a major shake-up of the current rugby calendar is close to being made, but the Six Nations will retain its traditional slot early in the year.Sep 13, 21:59
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Phil Simmons sacked by West Indies, replaced by Joel Garner
The West Indies Cricket Board announces that Phil Simmons has left his coaching role with immediate effect due to "differences in culture and strategic approach".Sep 13, 21:48
Laurent Koscielny: 'Arsenal wanted three points from Paris Saint-Germain tie'
Laurent Koscielny admits that Arsenal's 1-1 draw against Paris Saint-Germain is bittersweet, as his side were desperate for victory despite being far from their best.Sep 13, 21:32
Report: Aleksander Ceferin to be named UEFA president
Aleksander Ceferin will replace Michel Platini as UEFA president after receiving 48 pledges of support from the 55 member nations, a report claims.Sep 13, 21:14
Manchester City, Borussia Monchengladbach tie rearranged for Wednesday night
Manchester City will face Borussia Monchengladbach on Wednesday in their rearranged Champions League tie after the original fixture was called off due to bad weather.Sep 13, 21:09
Saul Niguez strike seals victory for Atletico Madrid at Philips Stadion
Saul Niguez scores the only goal of the game 43 minutes in at the Philips Stadion to earn Atletico Madrid a 1-0 win against PSV Eindhoven.Sep 13, 20:41
Bayern Munich cruise to victory over Champions League debutants Rostov
Bayern Munich beat Rostov 5-0 at the Allianz Arena to maintain their perfect start to life under new manager Carlo Ancelotti.Sep 13, 20:39
Oscar Wendt "disappointed" with postponement of Champions League tie
Oscar Wendt is upset that Borussia Monchengladbach's travelling fans will miss the re-arranged meeting with Manchester City, but can 'understand the decision'.Sep 13, 20:17
Claudio Ranieri "very happy" to make Champions League return
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri hopes to put his experience in the Champions League to good use as his side prepare for their first appearance in the competition.Sep 13, 20:04
Claudio Ranieri: 'Leicester City can create more history in Champions League'
A defiant Claudio Ranieri backs Leicester City to show once again that the "impossible is possible" by going all the way in this season's Champions League.Sep 13, 19:50
Manchester United miss out on West Bromwich Albion talent spotter
Steve Hopcroft, who is understood to have been offered a contract by Manchester United, turns down the Red Devils to remain as West Brom's chief talent spotter.Sep 13, 19:39
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur must adapt to Wembley playing surface'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino insists that playing home fixtures at Wembley Stadium in this season's Champions League is "not a problem" for his side.Sep 13, 19:19
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur have nothing to prove'
Mauricio Pochettino denies suggestions that Tottenham Hotspur need to prove themselves as being worthy of a place in the Champions League this season.Sep 13, 19:04
Steve Parish: Pape Souare "expected to make full recovery"
Pape Souare is "expected to make a full recovery" after undergoing surgery on his thigh and jaw, two days on from a car crash on the M4.Sep 13, 18:52
Team News: Laurent Koscielny starts for Arsenal, Petr Cech drops to bench
Arsene Wenger starts Laurent Koscielny in the heart of defence for Arsenal's Champions League tie away at Paris Saint-Germain.Sep 13, 18:10
Swansea City, Chelsea share points in frantic match at Liberty Stadium
Diego Costa scores twice for Chelsea away at Swansea City but the Blues drop points for the first time this season as they are held to a 2-2 draw in South Wales.Sep 11, 16:53
Live Commentary: Swansea City 2-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Swansea City's 2-2 draw with Chelsea, as the Swans battled back from behind but failed to hold on.Sep 11, 13:59
Petr Cech: 'Arsenal still far from best despite back-to-back wins'
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech admits that his side "are not 100% yet" after being made to work hard for victory at home to Southampton on Saturday afternoon.Sep 11, 12:56
Pep Guardiola: Manchester City "not ready" to compete with Europe's best sides
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola insists that his side must continue to improve at their current rate if they are to stand any chance of winning the Champions League.Sep 11, 12:43
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'Patience key to Marcus Rashford development'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic tells Marcus Rashford that he still "has a lot of time" to become a regular at Manchester United after being restricted to minimal playing time.Sep 11, 12:28
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Mo Farah wins Great North Run for record third time in succession
Mo Farah becomes the first male competitor to win the Great North Run three times in a row, with his time of just over one hour enough to see off Dathan Ritzenhein.Sep 11, 12:06
Mesut Ozil, Alexis Sanchez 'poised to sign new Arsenal deals'
A report claims that Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez are close to agreeing new deals at Arsenal, despite being linked with moves away during the summer transfer window.Sep 11, 11:52
Kyle Walker 'agrees bumper new deal at Tottenham Hotspur'
England international right-back Kyle Walker will reportedly sign a new contract to keep him in place at Tottenham Hotspur until 2021.Sep 11, 11:37
Cristiano Ronaldo "couldn't care less" about Xavi comments
Cristiano Ronaldo claims that recent comments from Xavi were made simply because the Barcelona legend was after "free publicity" now that he plies his trade in Qatar.Sep 11, 11:22
Report: Antonio Conte given permission to launch £90m Antoine Griezmann bid
Chelsea are reportedly willing to surpass the £89m spent by Manchester United to sign Paul Pogba in their ongoing pursuit of Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann.Sep 11, 11:05
Fernando Llorente backs Antonio Conte to win title in first season
Fernando Llorente believes that 'fiery and passionate' Antonio Conte is the perfect manager to lead Chelsea back to Premier League glory.Sep 11, 10:46
Mark Hughes denies swearing at fourth official after being sent to stands
Mark Hughes admits that he warranted his sending-off during Stoke City's defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, but denies swearing at fourth official Mike Dean.Sep 11, 10:32
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Manchester United to offer Zlatan Ibrahimovic new contract?
A report claims that Zlatan Ibrahimovic could remain at Manchester United until close to the age of 38 if he agrees to sign a new deal at the club in the coming weeks.Sep 11, 10:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F36%2Fclaudio-bravo.JPG "Manchester City goalkeeper Claudio Bravo warms up ahead of his debut against Manchester United at Old Trafford on September 10, 2016")
Pep Guardiola: 'Claudio Bravo performance one of best I've ever seen'
Pep Guardiola insists that he was more than happy with Claudio Bravo's performance in Saturday's derby-day victory, and vows to continue with his passing philosophy.Sep 11, 10:01
West Ham United condemn fans' violence at London Stadium
West Ham United "unreservedly condemn the behaviour" of supporters involved in Saturday's violence at the London Stadium, vowing to ban those caught for life.Sep 11, 09:46
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Jack Wilshere aiming to "prove everyone wrong" during Bournemouth loan spell
On-loan Bournemouth midfielder Jack Wilshere targets a run of games in the Cherries' starting lineup as he aims to prove that his fitness issues are a thing of the past.Sep 11, 09:33
Jurgen Klopp tells Liverpool fans to 'stop chanting his name'
Jurgen Klopp admits that praise from Liverpool supporters in the stands is "nice but not necessary" and urges them to instead focus on the players on the field.Sep 11, 09:20
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Dustin Johnson takes outright lead at BMW Championship
World number two Dustin Johnson heads into the final round of the BMW Championship three shots ahead of closest challenger Paul Casey.Sep 11, 09:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F36%2Fangelique-kerber.jpg "Angelique Kerber celebrates a point during the US Open final on September 10, 2016")
Angelique Kerber delighted with "incredible" US Open achievement
World number one Angelique Kerber describes the last two weeks as "incredible" after following up her Australian Open success with victory at the US Open.Sep 11, 08:57
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