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Gordon Benson hails "great" Baku 2015 gold-medal success
Team GB's first gold medal winner at the 2015 European Games, Gordon Benson, admits that claiming victory in the men's triathlon was beyond his wildest expectations.Jun 14, 12:12
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FIFA chief Domenico Scala: 'Sepp Blatter must not rethink resignation decision'
Domenico Scala, a former advisor to under-fire Sepp Blatter, urges the FIFA president to go ahead with his decision to step aside, amid claims that he intends to stay on.Jun 14, 10:59
Mark Sampson hails Fran Kirby impact in England victory
England Women's manager Mark Sampson believes that the key to overcoming Mexico Women in their World Cup group-stage clash was to "stay patient".Jun 14, 10:45
Mesut Ozil urges Mats Hummels, Benedikt Howedes to make Premier League switch
Arsenal's Mesut Ozil "would recommend" the Premier League to any player looking to further their career, including Germany teammates Benedikt Howedes and Mats Hummels.Jun 14, 10:31
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Trent Boult ruled out for remainder of England tour
A back injury will force Trent Boult to sit out the remainder of New Zealand's tour of England.Jun 14, 10:18
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Danny Cipriani determined to nail down England World Cup place
Danny Cipriani admits that playing for England at a World Cup is something that he dreams about.Jun 14, 09:59
Nathan Redmond hoping experience pays dividends for England youngsters
England Under-21s winger Nathan Redmond is confident that he and his teammates will 'do themselves proud' as they finalise their preparations for the European Championships.Jun 14, 09:50
Rangers 'close in on Mark Warburton appointment'
Rangers will reportedly soon confirm the appointment of Mark Warburton as their new manager, with David Weir expected to join him at Ibrox as assistant boss.Jun 14, 09:34
Carlos Tevez close to making decision over Juventus future?
A report claims that Liverpool-linked striker Carlos Tevez will soon make a decision over his Juventus future.Jun 14, 09:20
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Andy Murray feeling revitalised ahead of Wimbledon
British number one Andy Murray declares that he is feeling fully fit ahead of a huge month of action, having recovered from a minor illness.Jun 14, 08:58
Wayne Rooney: 'Ross Barkley still has improving to do'
England captain Wayne Rooney insists that "fantastic talent" Ross Barkley will only improve with time for both club and country.Jun 14, 08:45
Report: Paul Pogba will cost Manchester City £155m
Signing Paul Pogba from Juventus this summer could cost Manchester City around £155m, according to a report.Jun 14, 08:28
Roy Hodgson: 'Beating Slovenia all that counts'
Roy Hodgson admits that he would happily accept a "lucky victory" over Slovenia in England's Euro 2016 qualifier as the Three Lions look to make it six wins from six.Jun 14, 08:12
On this day: Chelsea sign Frank Lampard from West Ham United
On this day in 2001, Chelsea signed 22-year-old Frank Lampard from London rivals West Ham United for £11m.Jun 14, 07:00
Live Commentary: Gibraltar 0-7 Germany - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Germany's 7-0 Euro 2016 qualification victory over minnows Gibraltar at the Estadio Algarve.Jun 13, 18:15
Preview:Ecuador vs. Bolivia
Sports Mole previews the Copa America group-stage fixture between Ecuador and Bolivia at the Estadio Elias Figueroa Brander.Jun 13, 12:54
Three people in the spotlight this weekend
Sports Mole picks out three figures from the world of football in the spotlight this weekend.Jun 13, 11:28
On this day: Late Zinedine Zidane double stuns England at Euro 2004
On this day 11 years ago, England saw a one-goal lead slip away in stoppage time against France at Euro 2004, as Zinedine Zidance struck twice to salvage three points.Jun 13, 07:00
Heather Sellars feeling the pressure as sole Team GB triathlete at Baku 2015
Great Britain triathlete Heather Sellars admits that she feels "a bit of pressure" to succeed at the European Games.Jun 12, 09:58
Ireland's Aileen Reid feeling cautious ahead of triathlon event at Baku 2015
Ireland's Aileen Reid insists that being the highest-ranked competitor to take part in the triathlon event at the European Games counts for very little.Jun 12, 09:37
Germany's Fabian Hambuechen unsure what to expect at Baku 2015
Fabian Hambuechen acknowledges that he cannot afford to be "lazy or silly" in his pursuit of medals at the European Games.Jun 12, 09:20
Team GB gymnast Charlie Fellows feeling confident ahead of Baku 2015 bow
Great Britain competitor Charlie Fellows is eager to get going in the women's team finals gymnastic event at the European Games.Jun 12, 08:57
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Team GB synchronised swimming coach: 'We need to get funding back'
Katie Dawkins wants to see a positive performance from Great Britain's synchronised swimming competitors at Baku 2015 in order to secure some further funding.Jun 12, 08:38
Yekaterina Valiulina: Competing first at Baku 2015 was "big responsibility"
Azerbaijan's Yekaterina Valiulina admits that she felt the pressure of being the first home nation athlete to take to the stage in the inaugural European Games.Jun 12, 08:18
Team GB pair miss out on synchronised swimming final at Baku 2015
Team GB duo Jodie Cowie and Genevieve Randall finish 12th in qualifying for the synchronised swimming duets free routine final at the European Games.Jun 12, 07:57
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National Olympic Committee president "very upset" by Athletes' Village collision
National Olympic Committee member Karl Stoss insists that Austria's competitors at Baku 2015 will give their all for those who were injured in Thursday's collision.Jun 12, 07:39
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Hanna Edwards: 'Finishing in top 10 would be huge achievement for Team GB'
Team GB's Hanna Edwards insists that expectations must be kept in perspective when it comes to reaching the knockout stages of the Baku 2015 water polo event.Jun 12, 07:18
Maurizio Sarri appointed new Napoli manager
Maurizio Sarri takes over as manager of Napoli, following the recent departure of Rafael Benitez to Real Madrid.Jun 11, 21:58
Gloucestershire fall to 18-run defeat against Essex Eagles
Michael Klinger's unbeaten 104 proves to be in vain, as Essex Eagles claim an 18-run victory over Gloucestershire. Jun 11, 21:51
Northants Steelbacks claim six-wicket win over Derbyshire Falcons
Wes Durston's unbeaten 77 from 63 balls is not enough for Derbyshire Falcons, as they fall to a six-wicket defeat against Northants Steelbacks.Jun 11, 21:36
Late Ben Gibson strike enough for England Under-21s to overcome Belarus Under-21s
England Under-21s struggle to break down a resolute Belarus Under-21s side, but finally find a way through late on courtesy of Ben Gibson.Jun 11, 21:15
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Castleford Tigers earn bragging rights in pulsating derby against Leeds Rhinos
Super League leaders Leeds Rhinos fall to a surprising 31-24 defeat against Castleford Tigers at Headingley.Jun 11, 21:02
Report: Manchester City's £25m Raheem Sterling bid rejected
Liverpool reject a £25m bid from Manchester City for winger Raheem Sterling and intend to hold out for the full £50m asking price, according to a report.Jun 11, 20:41
Steve Smith closes in on century to keep Australia on top against West Indies
Australia continue their recovery from a slow start to head into tea on day one of the second Test against Sri Lanka on 170-3.Jun 11, 20:24
Half-Time Report: Belarus Under-21s stand firm against England Under-21s in goalless first half
England Under-21s struggle to create chances in a goalless opening 45 minutes against Belarus Under-21s at Oakwell.Jun 11, 20:07
Greg Rusedski: Murray has "great chance" of winning Wimbledon
Greg Rusedski believes that Andy Murray can prevail at Wimbledon later this month, although he also acknowledges that Novak Djokovic will be extremely tough to overcome.Jun 11, 19:52
Thibaut Courtois: 'Belgium can handle Marouane Fellaini absence against Wales'
Thibaut Courtois is not concerned by Marouane Fellaini's injury absence for the Euro 2016 qualifier against Wales in Cardiff on Friday night.Jun 11, 19:36
Ray Lewington: 'Steven Gerrard void hard to fill in England lineup'
Ray Lewington admits that England will continue to "miss" Steven Gerrard until his role in the team is sufficiently filled.Jun 11, 19:21
Roy Laidlaw: 'Scotland's World Cup-winning aim unrealistic'
Scotland's bid to win this year's Rugby World Cup is 'unrealistic', according to former Grand Slam winner Roy Laidlaw.Jun 11, 18:59
Valencia assistant manager Ian Cathro exits Spanish club
Valencia assistant manager Ian Cathro leaves the club, fuelling speculation that he could be on his way to Rangers.Jun 11, 18:48
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