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Aitor Karanka "proud" despite Championship playoff final defeat
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka insists that he is "proud" of his players despite defeat to Norwich City in the Championship playoff final.
May 25, 16:57
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Nathan Redmond "extremely proud" of Norwich City's Championship playoff success
Nathan Redmond believes that Norwich City's victory over Middlesbrough is down to a team effort, rather than the performances of certain individuals.
May 25, 16:43
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Alex Neil delighted by "unbelievable" Norwich City display in Middlesbrough win
Norwich City manager Alex Neil is quick to praise the performance of his side after they secured their top-flight return at Wembley.
May 25, 16:29
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Cameron Jerome hails "magnificent" Norwich City performance
Norwich City striker Cameron Jerome admits that it has been a "long" season for his side, but one that he is delighted to see end with playoff joy.
May 25, 16:18
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Norwich City beat below-par Middlesbrough to secure Premier League promotion
First-half goals from Cameron Jerome and Nathan Redmond prove the difference at Wembley as Norwich City ease past Middlesbrough 2-0 in the Championship playoff final.
May 25, 15:55
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Roy Hodgson casting an eye on Nathan Redmond?
A report claims that Roy Hodgson is closely watching the performance of Norwich City winger Nathan Redmond in the playoff final, with an England call-up in the pipeline.
May 25, 15:27
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Half-Time Report: Norwich City on brink of Premier League return
Early goals from Cameron Jerome and Nathan Redmond help Norwich City take a 2-0 lead into half time against Middlesbrough at Wembley.
May 25, 14:50
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Alexander Tettey raring to go at Wembley
Alexander Tettey claims that playing in the Championship playoff final is "right up there" in terms of high-profile games he has previously competed in.
May 25, 14:04
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Middlesbrough team bus held up by London traffic
Heavy traffic around Wembley means that Middlesbrough arrive for their playoff final clash against Norwich City just one hour before kickoff.
May 25, 13:42
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Team News: Patrick Bamford fit to start Championship playoff final
Norwich City remain unchanged for their Championship playoff final showdown at Wembley, while Patrick Bamford is declared fit for Middlesbrough.
May 25, 13:09
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Gary O'Neil hoping to prolong Wembley winning run
Gary O'Neil wants to extend his winning run at Wembley Stadium by guiding Norwich City to the Premier League when they take on Middlesbrough later today.
May 25, 12:56
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Alex Neil well prepared for Norwich City's Wembley showdown
Alex Neil will tell his Norwich City players to "not have any regrets" upon full time of this afternoon's Championship playoff final clash against Middlesbrough.
May 25, 12:32
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Aitor Karanka: 'Norwich City are favourites to prevail at Wembley'
Aitor Karanka attempts to shift the pressure onto Norwich City by claiming that they are the favourites to win this afternoon's Championship playoff final.
May 25, 12:13
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Player Ratings: Crystal Palace 1-0 Swansea City
Sports Mole gives each player a mark out of 10 following Crystal Palace's 1-0 victory over Swansea City at Selhurst Park.
May 24, 17:23
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Match Analysis: Crystal Palace 1-0 Swansea City
Sports Mole looks back at Crystal Palace's 1-0 victory over Swansea City at Selhurst Park.
May 24, 16:36
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Live Commentary: Crystal Palace 1-0 Swansea City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Crystal Palace's 1-0 victory over Swansea City on the final day of the Premier League campaign.
May 24, 12:59
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Roberto Bautista Agut storms into second round of French Open
Roberto Bautista Agut produces a strong display to brush aside Florian Mayer 6-3 6-1 6-3 in Paris to advance through to the second round of the French Open.
May 24, 10:53
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Simona Halep overcomes Evgeniya Rodina to progress through in Paris
Simona Halep beats Evgeniya Rodina 7-5 6-4 at Roland Garros to advance to the second round of the French Open.
May 24, 10:40
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Geoff Cameron signs new long-term Stoke City contract
Geoff Cameron, whose contract at Stoke City was due to expire in 12 months' time, signs a new three-year deal at the club.
May 24, 10:23
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Tony Smith: 'Warrington Wolves had to dig deep for Salford Red Devils win'
Tony Smith believes that the key to Warrington's victory away at Salford Red Devils was his side's ability to keep their cool when the going got tough.
May 24, 10:17
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Kevin Keegan slams Mike Ashley for 'disrespecting' Newcastle United supporters
Kevin Keegan sympathises with supporters of former club Newcastle United and believes that they have been 'disrespected' by owner Mike Ashley.
May 24, 09:59
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Louis van Gaal: 'Manchester United need to be ruthless to end season on a high'
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal admits to being "sad" at the prospect of sending Hull City down to the Championship with a victory at the KC Stadium.
May 24, 09:42
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Liverpool 'ready to launch £30m Christian Benteke bid'
Liverpool will reportedly attempt to lure Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke to Anfield with a £30m offer, which they hope will also help keep Raheem Sterling at the club.
May 24, 09:29
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Stuart Lancaster promises "grim" summer fitness regime for England squad
England head coach Stuart Lancaster reiterates the importance of his side entering the World Cup in a "supremely fit" state if they are to win the tournament.
May 24, 09:14
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Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart reflects fondly on personal campaign
Joe Hart admits that Manchester City failed to live up to expectation this season, having gone the whole year without winning any silverware.
May 24, 08:59
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Lewis Hamilton: 'I hope I can capitalise on pole position at Monaco Grand Prix'
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton reveals that he has been working on overcoming certain 'weaknesses' in order to come out on top at the Monaco Grand Prix.
May 24, 08:47
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Rio Ferdinand "overwhelmed" by fans' support after wife's death
Rio Ferdinand admits that he has been "overwhelmed" by the level of support that he has received since his wife lost her short battle with cancer.
May 24, 08:33
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Report: Liverpool holding out for £60m Raheem Sterling offer
A report claims that Raheem Sterling will not be allowed to leave Liverpool before his contract expires unless a bid of £60m is made.
May 24, 08:17
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Real Madrid round off season with thumping Getafe win
A first-half hat-trick from Cristiano Ronaldo helps Real Madrid on their way to an emphatic 7-3 win against Getafe in La Liga.
May 23, 20:18
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Mike Ford: 'Clinical Bath were outstanding'
Bath head coach Mike Ford urges his group of players to remain relaxed as they prepare to take on Saracens in the Aviva Premiership final.
May 23, 19:49
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Robert Green: 'Queens Park Rangers lost its identity'
Robert Green insists that Queens Park Rangers are still recovering from their previous relegation from the top flight in 2013.
May 23, 19:37
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Gaizka Garitano to leave Eibar following La Liga relegation
Manager Gaizka Garitano claims that the "cycle is finished" as he resigns having failed to keep Eibar in La Liga.
May 23, 19:21
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Amelie Mauresmo undecided on Andy Murray coaching role at Wimbledon
Amelie Mauresmo reveals that she will make a decision on her short-term coaching future with Andy Murray after the upcoming French Open.
May 23, 19:02
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Third-place finish for Atletico Madrid despite Granada stalemate
Atletico Madrid and Granada play out an uneventful goalless draw at Los Carmenes on the final day of the La Liga season.
May 23, 18:20
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Battling Valencia claim Champions League spot at expense of relegated Almeria
Valencia beat Almeria 3-2 to send their opponents down and claim a Champions League qualification berth in La Liga.
May 23, 18:20
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Sevilla hold on to see off Malaga
Javi Guerra's late double against Sevilla is not enough to earn Malaga a point as they round off their La Liga season with a 3-2 home defeat.
May 23, 18:19
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Aitor Karanka hails "amazing" Middlesbrough achievement
Aitor Karanka admits that he "could not imagine" guiding Middlesbrough to a Championship playoff final when he first took over 18 months ago.
May 23, 17:39
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FC Koln defender Kevin Wimmer confirms Tottenham Hotspur switch
Austria international Kevin Wimmer reveals that he will make a switch from FC Koln to Tottenham Hotspur this summer, in order to take his career "to the next level".
May 23, 17:23
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Half-Time Report: Atletico Madrid being held by lowly Granada
Atletico Madrid and Granada are unable to find a way through in a goalless opening 45 minutes at Los Carmenes.
May 23, 17:17
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Danny Kirmond: 'Wakefield players to blame for James Webster exit'
Danny Kirmond admits that Wakefield Trinity Wildcats' poor start to the season is down to below-par performances from every member of the squad.
May 23, 17:00
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