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Controlled explosion carried out near finish line of men's road race
Brazil's anti-bomb squad are called into action to deal with a suspect package near the finish line of the men's Olympics road race.Aug 6, 17:09
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Paul Pogba summoned to Juventus training amid links to Manchester United
Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri reveals that Paul Pogba is to return to training with the club on Monday, despite reportedly being close to joining Manchester United.Aug 6, 16:56
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US teenager Ginny Thrasher wins first gold of Rio 2016
The first gold medal of the 2016 Olympic Games is awarded to Ginny Thrasher of the United States, who finished ahead of Chinese duo Du Li and Yi Siling.Aug 6, 16:37
Scott Sinclair undergoing Celtic medical ahead of move from Aston Villa
Scott Sinclair will link up with former boss Brendan Rodgers at Celtic should he pass his medical in Glasgow on Saturday afternoon.Aug 6, 11:55
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Caster Semenya to focus just on 800m after ditching 400m event
800m gold-medal favourite Caster Semenya ditches the 400m to focus solely on one race at the 2016 Olympic Games.Aug 6, 11:43
Tony Hibbert disappointed by 'hurtful' Everton exit
Tony Hibbert hits out at Everton, a club he served for a quarter of a century, over the way he was told that his contract would not be renewed earlier this summer.Aug 6, 11:27
Report: Arsenal to hold fresh Shkodran Mustafi talks
Arsenal pencil in talks with Valencia director Jesus Garcia Pitarch to finally get a deal over the line for defender Shkodran Mustafi, according to a report.Aug 6, 11:13
Everton 'offered Wilfried Bony as part of John Stones deal'
A report claims that Manchester City have offered Wilfried Bony to Everton as a £15m makeweight in a deal that could see John Stones move to the Etihad Stadium.Aug 6, 10:57
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'I'm not at Manchester United to waste time'
Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says that he joined the club to add to his trophy collection, with the Community Shield first on his wishlist this weekend.Aug 6, 10:42
Nani: 'Jose Mourinho will massively improve Manchester United'
Nani claims that he is "100%" confident Jose Mourinho will improve Manchester United in order to lift the club back among Europe's elite sides.Aug 6, 10:27
Danny Drinkwater ready to face former side Manchester United at Wembley
Danny Drinkwater will not be distracted by the prospect of facing off against his former side in Sunday's Community Shield at Wembley.Aug 6, 10:12
Luis Suarez: 'Liverpool still important part of my life'
Luis Suarez admits that he is grateful Barcelona's meeting with Liverpool on Saturday is only a friendly due to the love he still has for his former side.Aug 6, 09:57
West Ham United, Swansea City agree £20m Andre Ayew fee?
West Ham United reportedly reach an agreement with Swansea City over the signing of Ghanaian forward Andre Ayew.Aug 6, 09:35
Arsene Wenger: 'Money not a problem for Arsenal in transfer market'
Arsene Wenger tells Arsenal fans to 'not panic' ahead of the new season, as questions continue to be asked of the Gunners' lack of signings this summer.Aug 6, 09:28
Arsenal trio ruled out of opening Premier League game
Mesut Ozil, Olivier Giroud and Laurent Koscielny are all confirmed out of Arsenal's meeting with Liverpool later this month, while Jack Wilshere is also a doubt.Aug 6, 09:13
Team GB chef de mission Mark England praises Rio 2016 organisers
Chef de mission Mark England believes that British athletes will take a huge "boost" from the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.Aug 6, 08:58
Andy Murray: Carrying flag for Great Britain an "amazing" experience
Andy Murray says that he was "really proud" to carry the flag for Great Britain in the opening ceremony of the 2016 Olympic Games.Aug 6, 08:43
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Four-way tie for lead at midway stage of Travelers Championship
Daniel Berger, Russell Henley, Tyrone van Aswegen and Marc Leishman lead the way after the second round of play at the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, USA.Aug 6, 08:28
Manchester City complete signing of Colombian forward Marlos Moreno
Manchester City announce the signing of Colombian international forward Marlos Moreno.Aug 6, 08:02
Newcastle United suffer defeat to Fulham in Championship opener
Newcastle United are denied two strong penalty appeals as they fall to a 1-0 defeat to Fulham in the opening game of the Championship season.Aug 5, 20:40
Live Commentary: Fulham 1-0 Newcastle United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Fulham's 1-0 win over Newcastle United, as the Cottagers kicked off the EFL season with a surprise victory.Aug 5, 17:45
Cheikhou Kouyate brace helps West Ham United through on Olympic Stadium bow
Cheikhou Kouyate scores his first career brace on a memorable night for West Ham United, as they beat Domzale 4-2 on aggregate to progress through in the Europa League.Aug 4, 20:37
Live Commentary: West Ham United 3-0 NK Domzale - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's text coverage of West Ham's 3-0 second-leg win over NK Domzale, as the Hammers kicked off a new era at the Olympic Stadium in style.Aug 4, 17:45
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Andy Murray handed Viktor Troicki tie in Olympic singles opener
Andy Murray must overcome Viktor Troicki if he is to progress in the men's singles at Rio 2016, while favourite Novak Djokovic takes on Juan Martin del Potro.Aug 4, 14:50
Winston Reid: 'West Ham United must put things right'
Winston Reid admits that it is vital for West Ham United to overcome NK Domzale in their Europa League qualifier if they are to continue growing as a club.Aug 4, 14:35
FIFpro: Jose Mourinho 'should be jailed' for Bastian Schweinsteiger treatment
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is a 'bully' who deserves to be sent to jail, according to FIFpro member Dejan Stefanovic. Aug 4, 14:21
Roberto Martinez "honoured" to be named new Belgium boss
Former Everton boss Roberto Martinez intends to make new side Belgium "more attractive" after taking up his first position in international management.Aug 4, 14:03
Pep Guardiola 'to keep faith with Joe Hart this season'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will not sign Claudio Bravo or Marc-Andre ter Stegen from former side Barcelona, according to a report.Aug 4, 13:49
Ipswich Town take Everton youngster Conor Grant on loan
Ipswich Town complete the loan signing of Everton winger Conor Grant.Aug 4, 13:32
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Manny Pacquiao to face Jessie Vargas in comeback fight
Manny Pacquiao's manager announces that the former eight-division champion will come out of retirement to face Jessie Vargas on November 5.Aug 4, 13:25
Report: Diafra Sakho's club-record move to West Bromwich Albion collapses
West Bromwich Albion ditch a deal to sign Diafra Sakho from West Ham United for a club-record fee of £16m, according to a report.Aug 4, 13:10
West Ham United close to signing Jordan, Andre Ayew?
Jordan and Andre Ayew could link up once more next season, with West Ham United reportedly closing in on a double swoop for the Aston Villa and Swansea City stars.Aug 4, 12:55
Cristiano Ronaldo 'to finish playing career at Real Madrid'
Reports in Spain suggest that Cristiano Ronaldo is close to agreeing a new five-year deal at Real Madrid, while Gareth Bale is also open to extending his current terms.Aug 4, 12:44
Claudio Ranieri picks out positives from Barcelona defeat
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri is "confident" that his side's pre-season preparations are still going to plan, despite conceding eight times in two games.Aug 4, 12:31
Brendan Rodgers: 'Celtic fans must show more patience'
Brendan Rodgers praises Celtic fans for their "unbelievable" support in Wednesday's meeting with Astana, but calls on them to show more patience when chasing a goal.Aug 4, 12:19
Report: Marcos Rojo to remain at Manchester United
A report claims that Marcos Rojo wants to stay at Manchester United and fight for a starting spot in defence, despite being told to find a new club by Jose Mourinho.Aug 4, 12:07
Ahmed Musa scores twice as Leicester City fall to Barcelona
Barcelona beat Leicester City 4-2 in Stockholm to keep intact their winning start to pre-season.Aug 3, 19:55
Live Commentary: Barcelona 4-2 Leicester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Barcelona's 4-2 win over Leicester City, as the Catalan giants proved just too strong for their opponents.Aug 3, 16:59
Harry Kane predicts 'challenging' season for Tottenham Hotspur
Harry Kane believes that Mauricio Pochettino's management skills will likely prove key this season as Tottenham prepare for the demands of Champions League football.Aug 3, 14:49
Antonio Conte: Diego Costa "very happy to stay" at Chelsea
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte insists that Diego Costa is not looking to exit Stamford Bridge this summer, amid talk of a return to Atletico Madrid in recent weeks.Aug 3, 14:36
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