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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F15%2F32%2Flondon-marathon.jpg "Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015")
Great Britain's Mo Farah plans to end track career next year
Mo Farah does not intend to defend his 5,000m and 10,000m titles for a second time at Tokyo 2020, but may take part in the marathon event in four years' time.Aug 21, 18:15
Callum Hawkins finishes ninth in men's Olympic marathon
Callum Hawkins takes ninth place in the men's marathon at Rio 2016, in a race that saw Eliud Kipchoge take control to claim gold for Kenya.Aug 21, 15:00
/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")
Stoke City 'interested in Manchester United defender Phil Jones'
Stoke City are reportedly looking to quickly wrap up a deal to bring Phil Jones to the club from Manchester United.Aug 21, 14:47
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Martyn Rooney unhappy with relay disqualification decision
Martyn Rooney insists that teammate Matthew Hudson-Smith was "very badly treated" in the men's 4x400m relay when deemed to have illegally put his foot over the line.Aug 21, 14:31
Team News: Enner Valencia leads the line for West Ham United
Enner Valencia is named up top for West Ham United in the absence of Andy Carroll, while Bournemouth bring Ryan Fraser into the starting lineup in their only change.Aug 21, 14:04
Nolito delighted by start to life at Manchester City
Nolito insists that his "age does not matter" after proving an early hit at Manchester City, with the Spaniard getting off the mark with two goals on Saturday afternoon.Aug 21, 13:51
David Moyes 'issues ban to Lamine Kone amid transfer unrest'
Sunderland defender Lamine Kone is sent into temporary exile by David Moyes until the transfer window closes, according to a report.Aug 21, 13:37
Report: Andy Carroll ruled out for six weeks with knee injury
A report claims that Andy Carroll has picked up another injury that will likely keep him on the sidelines for up to two months.Aug 21, 13:23
Antonio Conte eyeing Giorgio Chiellini reunion at Chelsea?
A report claims that Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has turned his attention to Juventus and Italy ace Giorgio Chiellini in his pursuit of a new defender.Aug 21, 13:08
Jamie Carragher: Defence "a big problem" for Liverpool
Jamie Carragher believes that a lack of strengthening in defence this summer could cost Liverpool a chance of competing for the Premier League title.Aug 21, 12:50
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Poor weather halts play between New Zealand, South Africa
Further heavy rain overnight ensures that the first Test between South Africa and New Zealand in Durban continues to be disrupted, with no play on day three.Aug 21, 12:35
Sam Allardyce backs Team GB football return
Sam Allardyce reveals that England will look into the prospect of resurrecting the Team GB football side for future Olympic Games.Aug 21, 12:14
Joel Campbell makes Sporting Lisbon loan switch
Arsenal's Joel Campbell agrees to join Sporting Lisbon on a season-long loan - his fifth spell away from the Emirates Stadium since joining in 2011.Aug 21, 12:14
Leicester City, Arsenal play out stalemate at King Power Stadium
Leicester City and Arsenal, last season's top two sides in the Premier League, are made to wait for their first win of the season after playing out a goalless draw.Aug 20, 18:22
Victor Wanyama wins it late on for Tottenham Hotspur on home debut
Tottenham Hotspur pick up their first win of the Premier League season by seeing off Crystal Palace 1-0 at White Hart Lane.Aug 20, 15:55
Live Commentary: Leicester City 0-0 Arsenal - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Leicester City's 0-0 draw with Arsenal, as the Foxes saw two strong penalty appeals turned down on home soil.Aug 20, 15:30
Live Commentary: Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Crystal Palace - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Tottenham Hotspur's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace, as the hosts left it late to pick up the three points.Aug 20, 13:00
West Ham United pegged back late on by Astra Giurgiu
Denis Alibec comes off the bench to earn Astra Giurgiu a 1-1 draw against West Ham United in the first leg of their Europa League playoff tie.Aug 18, 20:09
Live Commentary: Astra Giurgiu 1-1 West Ham United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of West Ham United's 1-1 draw with Astra Giurgiu, as the Hammers were made to pay for a huge missed chance.Aug 18, 17:15
Preview:Watford vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League showdown between Watford and Chelsea at Vicarage Road.Aug 18, 15:44
Derby County, Fulham lead race for Manchester United's James Wilson?
A report claims that Manchester United youngster James Wilson is heading back to the Championship for a second loan spell, with Fulham and Derby County both interested.Aug 18, 11:56
Barcelona chief: 'Claudio Bravo may move on this summer'
Barcelona will not allow Claudio Bravo to leave Camp Nou until bringing in a replacement, sporting director Robert Fernandez reveals.Aug 18, 11:42
Jurgen Klopp: Sadio Mane injury "not that serious"
Jurgen Klopp expects to have Sadio Mane back in action soon after seeing his £33m summer signing pick up a shoulder injury in training.Aug 18, 11:23
Adnan Januzaj: 'David Moyes gives me confidence to succeed'
Adnan Januzaj admits that he is "looking forward to working with David Moyes again" after joining Sunderland from Manchester United on a season-long loan.Aug 18, 11:09
John Arne Riise reverses retirement decision, joins Indian Super League side
John Arne Riise joins Indian Super League champions Chennaiyin FC as the club's marquee signing after reversing his recent decision to retire from football.Aug 18, 10:58
Gary Cahill: 'Players already benefiting from Antonio Conte arrival'
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill claims that the benefits of boss Antonio Conte's gruelling training sessions during pre-season are already being felt throughout the squad.Aug 18, 10:43
Eddie Howe "delighted" with Bournemouth transfer business
Eddie Howe is looking to bring one more player to Dean Court this summer, but says that he is more than happy with Bournemouth's incoming activity so far.Aug 18, 10:30
Arsene Wenger desperate to keep hold of Serge Gnabry
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger hopes to keep Serge Gnabry at the Emirates Stadium for the long term, amid talk of a summer move away from the club for the German youngster.Aug 18, 10:18
Chelsea make club-record bid for Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly?
Napoli ace Kalidou Koulibaly is reportedly made the subject of a £60m bid by Chelsea as they look to strengthen their defensive ranks.Aug 18, 10:05
West Ham United confirm four-month layoff for Andre Ayew
West Ham United's club-record signing Andre Ayew is likely to miss the remainder of the calendar year after being ruled out of action for four months with a thigh injury.Aug 18, 09:49
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Sports presenter Charlie Webster 'seriously ill' after contracting malaria
Charlie Webster, a former Sky Sports News and ITV Sport presenter, is in an induced coma after contracting a rare strain of malaria while cycling to Rio.Aug 18, 09:37
Leeds United land Pontus Jansson on season-long loan
Leeds United sign Sweden international Pontus Jansson on a season-long loan from Torino - their 10th arrival of the Garry Monk era.Aug 18, 09:03
Reading bring in free agent Sandro Wieser on three-year deal
Reading complete the signing of free agent Sandro Wieser on a three-year deal.Aug 18, 09:01
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal have to bounce back at Leicester City'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that he remains "strong enough" to continue doing things he feels will benefit the club in the long term.Aug 18, 08:59
Arsene Wenger 'may gamble' on fitness of star trio
Arsene Wenger 'may take a gamble' on bringing Laurent Koscielny, Olivier Giroud and Mesut Ozil back early from their breaks, as Arsenal aim to return to winning ways.Aug 18, 08:47
Adam Lallana 'embracing' deeper midfield role at Liverpool
Liverpool ace Adam Lallana claims that he has "enjoyed" playing in a midfield trio, but admits there is still room for improvement.Aug 18, 08:26
Team GB athlete 'held up at gunpoint' at Rio 2016 Olympics
An unnamed member of Great Britain's travelling party at Rio 2016 has been held up at gunpoint, but is said to now be "safe and well".Aug 18, 08:11
Report: Arsenal refusing to meet Shkodran Mustafi fee
Valencia ace Shkodran Mustafi's move to Arsenal is reportedly on the brink of collapse, as the Gunners are unwilling to offer more than £20m for the defender.Aug 15, 22:23
West Ham United 'keen to tie down Reece Oxford to new contract'
A report claims that West Ham United have promised Reece Oxford more regular first-team football in the Premier League this season in an attempt to keep him in place.Aug 15, 22:08
Egyptian judoka sent home from Rio 2016 for 'handshake snub'
Islam El Shehaby is condemned by the Egyptian Olympic Committee and sent home for seemingly refusing to offer his hand to Israeli rival Or Sasson.Aug 15, 21:51
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