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Ronny Deila: Some Celtic players "happy" to see me leave
Outgoing Celtic manager Ronny Deila claims that his summer departure from the club could potentially spark life into certain fringe players.Apr 21, 19:58
John Stones: 'Everton turn up for big games'
Everton defender John Stones admits that it has been a "tough" season for his side so far, but is confident of progressing in the FA Cup this weekend.Apr 21, 19:44
Watford players 'braced for Quique Flores summer exit'
A report claims that Watford's players are fully expecting manager Quique Flores to be given the shove as manager at the end of the season.Apr 21, 19:29
Report: Crystal Palace eyeing up permanent Alex Song deal
Barcelona midfielder Alex Song could swap his loan deal at West Ham United for a permanent switch to Crystal Palace, according to a report.Apr 21, 19:14
Louis van Gaal: Marcus Rashford "not ready" for first-team inclusion
Louis van Gaal insists that Marcus Rashford and his fellow Manchester United academy products still have a lot to learn if they are to become regulars in the long term.Apr 21, 18:59
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UFC fighter Conor McGregor makes retirement U-turn
Irish UFC fighter Conor McGregor announces in a statement that he has not retired from the sport, but remains unhappy with his promotional workload.Apr 21, 18:42
Leicester City, Tottenham Hotspur dominate PFA Premier League Team of the Year
Eight Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City players are named in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year, but there is no place for Arsenal's Mesut Ozil.Apr 21, 18:26
Jamie Vardy accepts improper conduct charge, suspended for two games
Jamie Vardy will miss half of Leicester City's Premier League title run-in after accepting an FA charge for improper conduct in the 2-2 draw against West Ham United.Apr 21, 18:08
Preview:Rayo Vallecano vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's La Liga clash between Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid in the Spanish capital.Apr 21, 17:44
Preview:Everton vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup semi-final showdown between Everton and Manchester United at Wembley.Apr 21, 16:39
Barcelona confirm Neymar's Olympics inclusion, rule him out of Copa America
Neymar will only compete for Brazil at the Olympic Games this summer, and not in the Copa America, it has been confirmed by club side Barcelona.Apr 20, 22:00
Roy Hodgson 'sympathises' with Jamie Vardy over dive claims
Roy Hodgson insists that Jamie Vardy was "very unlucky" to be shown a red card for diving in Leicester City's 2-2 draw with West Ham United last Sunday.Apr 20, 21:45
Slaven Bilic: West Ham United "victims of our success"
Slaven Bilic believes that West Ham United's success during his first season in charge has only helped to raise expectation levels around Upton Park.Apr 20, 21:28
Quique Flores: 'We made life tough for ourselves at Upton Park'
Quique Flores acknowledges that Watford found life "very tough" against West Ham United after shipping three goals inside the opening hour in East London.Apr 20, 21:16
West Ham United remain in European contention with routine Watford win
West Ham United beat 10-man Watford 3-1 at Upton Park to remain hot on the heels of Manchester United in fifth place in the Premier League.Apr 20, 20:36
Stiliyan Petrov not surprised by Gabriel Agbonlahor conduct
Stiliyan Petrov insists that Gabriel Agbonlahor "loves" Aston Villa, despite being the subject of two off-field investigations by the club in a number of weeks.Apr 20, 20:19
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Mike Brown: 'I can become one of world's best full-backs'
Harlequins ace Mike Brown hopes to take on advice from England head coach Eddie Jones in order to become one of the best full-backs in world rugby.Apr 20, 20:00
Report: Liverpool face battle to land winger Hatem Ben Arfa
Nice winger Hatem Ben Arfa is wanted by a number of clubs, including Premier League side Liverpool, according to a report.Apr 20, 19:33
Team News: Lucas Vazquez comes in for Gareth Bale at the Bernabeu
Lucas Vazquez replaces Gareth Bale in Real Madrid's starting lineup for the visit of Villarreal at the Bernabeu.Apr 20, 19:18
Claudio Ranieri in last-ditch attempt to hijack Francesco Totti move?
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri reportedly phones Francesco Totti in an attempt to lure the striker to England in the summer transfer window.Apr 20, 19:03
Newcastle United 'to plead for long-term Rafael Benitez stay'
A report claims that Newcastle United will offer Rafael Benitez a series of promises in an attempt to stop him leaving St James' Park at the end of the season.Apr 20, 18:48
Team News: Wayne Rooney retains Manchester United starting spot
Wayne Rooney is among the starters for Manchester United as they welcome Crystal Palace to Old Trafford.Apr 20, 18:06
Team News: Daniel Sturridge misses out for much-changed Liverpool
Daniel Sturridge is left out of the Liverpool starting lineup for the visit of Everton to Anfield.Apr 20, 18:04
Barcelona fall to third successive league defeat
Barcelona lose 2-1 at home to Valencia - their third league defeat on the spin - to see their lead at the top of La Liga completely slashed.Apr 17, 20:22
Live Commentary: Barcelona 1-2 Valencia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Barcelona's 2-1 defeat to Valencia, as the Catalan club's recent woes deepened on home soil.Apr 17, 17:30
Liverpool hold on to earn win at Bournemouth
Goals from Roberto Firmino and Daniel Sturridge late in the first half prove enough for Liverpool to claim a 2-1 win over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.Apr 17, 14:26
Live Commentary: Bournemouth 1-2 Liverpool - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Liverpool's 2-1 win over Bournemouth, as the Reds closed the gap on the top five in the Premier League.Apr 17, 11:30
Sergio Aguero hat-trick at Stamford Bridge lifts Manchester City up to third
Manchester City climb up to third place in the Premier League table with a straightforward 3-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Apr 16, 18:21
Newcastle United close in on safety with impressive win over Swansea City
Newcastle United beat Swansea City 3-0 at St James' Park to pick up their first win under the watch of Rafael Benitez.Apr 16, 15:53
Live Commentary: Chelsea 0-3 Manchester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Manchester City's 3-0 win over Chelsea, as the Citizens moved up to third place in the Premier League.Apr 16, 15:30
Live Commentary: Newcastle United 3-0 Swansea City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Newcastle United's 3-0 win over Swansea City, as the Magpies picked up a first victory under Rafael Benitez.Apr 16, 12:59
Back injury forces Bath captain Stuart Hooper to retire
Stuart Hooper retires from rugby union with immediate effect due to a back injury sustained last December against Leicester Tigers.Apr 14, 10:59
Kevin Friend taken off refereeing duties for Stoke City-Tottenham Hotspur match
Kevin Friend is replaced as referee for Tottenham Hotspur's match against Stoke City next Monday due to his connection with table-topping Leicester City.Apr 14, 10:49
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool confident of progressing in Europa League'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that the progress made by his side since taking over in October gives him confidence of getting past Borussia Dortmund in Europe.Apr 14, 10:37
Louis van Gaal: 'Fighting spirit at Manchester United clear to see'
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal praises the "fighting spirit" shown by his players to overcome West Ham just three days after a heavy loss against Tottenham.Apr 14, 10:21
Report: Chelsea to cash in on Brazilian midfielder Oscar
Oscar will be sold by Chelsea in the summer to make way for some fresh new faces brought in by incoming boss Antonio Conte, according to a report.Apr 14, 10:08
Manchester United Under-21s pick up narrow win on Wayne Rooney return
Paddy McNair scores the only goal of the game to earn Manchester United a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough in their Under-21s Premier League showdown at Old Trafford.Apr 11, 19:55
Live Commentary: Manchester United U21s 1-0 Middlesbrough U21s - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Man United's 1-0 win over Middlesbrough at Under-21s level, as the Red Devils moved within one win of the title.Apr 11, 17:30
Barcelona slip up at Anoeta to blow La Liga title race wide open
Barcelona lose 1-0 at Real Sociedad in La Liga, courtesy of Mikel Oyarzabal's fifth-minute header at the Estadio Anoeta.Apr 9, 20:20
Live Commentary: Real Sociedad 1-0 Barcelona - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Real Sociedad's 1-0 win over Barcelona, as the Catalan giants slipped to their second defeat on the spin.Apr 9, 17:30
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