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Zlatan Ibrahimovic "super excited" to get going at Manchester United
Ex-Sweden international striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic claims that no player in the world 'could say no to Manchester United'.Aug 14, 08:53
Pep Guardiola opens door for Joe Hart return after opening-day omission
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola stresses that Joe Hart is still a part of his plans this season, despite leaving the Englishman on the bench for the Citizens' opener.Aug 14, 08:39
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Ryan Moore moves ahead at John Deere Classic after third round
Ryan Moore leads compatriots Ben Martin and Morgan Hoffmann by a single shot heading into the final round of play at the John Deere Classic.Aug 14, 08:24
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Andy Murray into second Olympic final with victory over Kei Nishikori
Andy Murray beats Japan's Kei Nishikori in straight sets in Rio to progress into the Olympic final.Aug 13, 18:08
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Younis Khan scores double century for Pakistan as England collapse
Younis Khan and Yasir Shah help Pakistan to a dominant position over England, as they lead by 126 runs heading into day four of the final Test.Aug 13, 17:51
Tony Pulis pleased with Saido Berahino work-rate
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis believes that Saido Berahino can form a solid strike partnership with Salomon Rondon this season, should he remain at The Hawthorns.Aug 13, 17:38
Mark Hughes 'feared' for Jack Butland following injury setback
Mark Hughes reveals that Jack Butland is only expected to miss the next few weeks, despite initially fearing the worst when seeing his goalkeeper pick up an injury.Aug 13, 17:24
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Vincent Janssen gives us something different'
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino believes that new recruit Vincent Janssen gives his side "a different option" in attack alongside Harry Kane.Aug 13, 17:08
Xherdan Shaqiri denies Middlesbrough victory on top-flight return
Xherdan Shaqiri denies Middlesbrough victory on their return to the Premier League, with his second-half free kick earning Stoke City a 1-1 draw at the Riverside Stadium.Aug 13, 15:55
Live Commentary: Middlesbrough 1-1 Stoke City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Middlesbrough's 1-1 draw with Stoke City, as the Smoggies marked their return to the top flight with a point.Aug 13, 13:00
Glenn Murray scores twice for Brighton & Hove Albion on home return
Glenn Murray scores twice to help Brighton & Hove Albion to a 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at The Amex.Aug 12, 20:42
Live Commentary: Brighton & Hove Albion 3-0 Nottingham Forest - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Brighton's 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest, as the Seagulls maintained their unbeaten start to the season.Aug 12, 18:15
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole looks ahead to Chelsea's opening fixture of the 2016-17 Premier League season at home to West Ham United on Monday evening. Aug 12, 16:30
Preview:Arsenal vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole previews the standout fixture from the opening weekend of the Premier League, as Arsenal play host to Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium.Aug 12, 14:23
Preview:Hull City vs. Leicester City
Sports Mole previews the opening Premier League fixture of the 2016-17 season between Hull City and defending champions Leicester City.Aug 12, 12:49
Preview:Southampton vs. Watford
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Southampton and Watford at St Mary's Stadium.Aug 11, 20:13
Preview:Bournemouth vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Sunday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Bournemouth and Manchester United at Dean Court.Aug 11, 18:42
Preview:Middlesbrough vs. Stoke City
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League clash between Middlesbrough and Stoke City at the Riverside Stadium.Aug 11, 16:15
Report: Shkodran Mustafi agrees to join Arsenal
A report claims that Arsenal and Valencia are still yet to reach a fee for defender Shkodran Mustafi, but the defender has agreed personal terms with the Gunners.Aug 11, 11:58
Swansea City sign striker Borja Baston for club-record fee
Swansea City complete the signing of Atletico Madrid striker Borja Baston for a club-record fee of £15.5m.Aug 11, 11:31
Jonathan Woodgate 'to join Liverpool staff as a scout'
Jonathan Woodgate will reportedly take charge of Liverpool's scouting programme in Portugal and Spain after calling time on his playing days earlier this year.Aug 11, 11:24
Blackburn Rovers announce Sam Gallagher loan signing
Sam Gallagher is sent out on loan by Southampton for the second year running, this time to Championship outfit Blackburn Rovers.Aug 11, 11:03
Jesse Lingard 'growing in confidence' at Manchester United
Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard targets at least 10 goals this coming season after helping his side to two victories at Wembley in the past three months.Aug 11, 10:59
Jurgen Klopp: 'Rotation not on agenda for Liverpool this season'
Jurgen Klopp admits that the big positive from not qualifying for the Europa League this season is that he is given more time on the training ground with his players.Aug 11, 10:47
Villarreal 'turn to Manuel Pellegrini after shock Marcelino exit'
A report claims that ex-Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini could be about to return to management with Villarreal, whom he previously managed between 2004 and 2009.Aug 11, 10:34
Chelsea to send Bertrand Traore on season-long loan to Ajax?
A report claims that Ajax have closed in on a loan move for Chelsea youngster Bertrand Traore, who has informed the Blues that he wants to play regular football.Aug 11, 10:19
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England winger Jack Nowell ruled out for up to 10 weeks
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter confirms that England winger Jack Nowell is "going to be out for a while" after undergoing surgery on his thumb.Aug 11, 10:04
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Molly Renshaw hoping to "step it up" in 200m breaststroke final
Great Britain's Molly Renshaw admits to being delighted by her performance in the women's 200m breaststroke semi-final, but now wants to improve even more to win a medal.Aug 11, 09:52
Aston Villa owner Tony Xia ready to wield axe after EFL Cup exit
Tony Xia admits that 'some players are not worth being given a chance' at Aston Villa after seeing his side exit the EFL Cup in embarrassing style on Wednesday night.Aug 11, 09:33
Aaron Cresswell making "very good progress" on return from injury
West Ham United's Aaron Cresswell has started walking without the aid of crutches and is ready to step up his rehabilitation process in the coming days.Aug 11, 09:18
Simon Mignolet motivated by competition for first-team place at Liverpool
Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet insists that he will focus on his own game this coming season and not worry about the increased competition for a starting spot.Aug 11, 09:04
Adnan Januzaj 'feels humiliated by Manchester United axe'
'Humiliated' Adnan Januzaj will not be allowed to join Sunderland on a permanent basis after Manchester United blocked his request, according to a report.Aug 11, 08:52
Sunderland complete double deal for Manchester United duo
David Moyes brings in Paddy McNair and Donald Love from former side Manchester United as his rebuilding job at Sunderland continues.Aug 11, 08:34
England announce friendly meeting with Spain in November
England and Spain will face off at Wembley Stadium on November 15, four days after the Three Lions meet Scotland at the same venue in a crucial qualifying clash.Aug 11, 08:26
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Police investigate 'poisoning' of British player at Wimbledon
Scotland Yard is investigating claims that a British tennis player was poisoned at last month's Junior Wimbledon championship.Aug 11, 08:11
Barcelona edge out Sampdoria at Camp Nou to win Joan Gamper Trophy
Lionel Messi scores twice and sets up another in the first half to help Barcelona to a 3-2 win over Sampdoria in their final pre-season fixture of the summer.Aug 10, 20:24
Live Commentary: Barcelona 3-2 Sampdoria - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Barcelona's 3-2 win over Sampdoria, as the hosts rounded off their pre-season with victory in the Joan Gamper Trophy.Aug 10, 18:00
Slaven Bilic: 'Keeping hold of Dimitri Payet a statement of intent'
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic believes that fending off interest for Dimitri Payet shows that the club no longer needs to sell its best players.Aug 10, 14:51
New West Bromwich Albion owner vows to buy every fan a drink
West Bromwich Albion's new owner promises a free drink for every supporter at the Baggies' Premier League home opener against Everton.Aug 10, 14:40
Crystal Palace open talks with Everton over Oumar Niasse loan?
Everton and Crystal Palace are in discussions over a loan move for Oumar Niasse, who could join the Eagles as part of a deal that sees Yannick Bolasie head the other way.Aug 10, 14:22
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