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Mark McCall hails Billy Vunipola character following England setback
Mark McCall believes that Billy Vunipola returning to his best form can only be good news for Saracens following their latest victory over London Irish.Jan 3, 19:59
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Steven Gerrard keen to end Liverpool career with a trophy
Steven Gerrard admits that winning a trophy in his final season at Liverpool would mean more to him than finishing in the top four of the Premier League.Jan 3, 19:45
Ian Holloway ready to make mass changes to Millwall squad
Ian Holloway admits that he may have a "completely different set of players" come the end of the January transfer window as he plans to make mass changes to his side.Jan 3, 19:30
Garry Monk backs Bafetimbi Gomis to shine in Wilfried Bony absence
Garry Monk assures Bafetimbi Gomis that he will be Swansea City's first-choice striker while Wilfried Bony is away on Africa Cup of Nations duty.Jan 3, 19:15
Simon Grayson: 'FA Cup win can breed confidence in Preston North End players'
Preston North End manager Simon Grayson admits that the FA Cup will take a back seat to the club's League One promotion aspirations in the coming weeks.Jan 3, 17:59
Tony Pulis: 'No offers received for Saido Berahino'
Tony Pulis claims that he has yet to receive any offers for Saido Berahino, amid reports that Tottenham Hotspur are lining up a £20m move for the striker's signature.Jan 3, 17:45
Gary Brabin bemoans "cruel" Derby County defeat
Gary Brabin insists that he is "proud" of his Southport players after seeing them exit the FA Cup at the third-round stage following a late defeat at Derby County.Jan 3, 17:30
David Sullivan: 'West Ham United could have signed Wilfried Bony'
West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan claims that he could have signed Wilfried Bony for £8m before Swansea paid £12m for the prolific Ivorian striker.Jan 3, 17:15
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Andy Murray to undergo ultrasound scan on injured shoulder
Andy Murray reveals that he is to undergo an ultrasound scan on his shoulder after damaging it in his match against Rafael Nadal at the World Tennis Championship.Jan 3, 17:00
David Moyes keen to bolster Real Sociedad squad
Real Sociedad manager David Moyes reveals that he could turn to the Premier League to recruit some players this January.Jan 3, 16:48
Jason Scotland released by Hamilton Academical
Jason Scotland and Hamilton Academical agree to part company after the veteran striker fell out of favour at New Douglas Park.Jan 3, 16:32
Tyrone Mings not seeking revenge against Southampton
Ipswich Town full-back Tyrone Mings believes that he has 'proved Southampton wrong' after being forced out of the club as a youngster due to his small stature.Jan 3, 16:17
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Raymond van Barneveld ready for Phil Taylor semi-final showdown
Raymond van Barneveld turns his attention to tonight's meeting with "amazing" Phil Taylor at the PDC World Championship after overcoming Stephen Bunting.Jan 3, 15:59
Liverpool to hold Xherdan Shaqiri talks?
A report claims that Liverpool have made an £11m bid for Bayern Munich star Xherdan Shaqiri, and plan to hold talks with the player next week.Jan 3, 15:45
Mark Hughes "disappointed" by Stoke City defending
Mark Hughes admits that he was left feeling "upset" by the way his side conceded from a set piece against Manchester United last time out.Jan 3, 15:30
Ronald Koeman eyes "dream" Southampton FA Cup run
Ronald Koeman admits that he once dreamed of managing a team to the final of the FA Cup, much like former Netherlands teammate Ruud Gullit.Jan 3, 15:15
Rob Baxter: Gloucester Rugby clash provides "positive pressure"
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter remains confident that his side can handle the pressure against Gloucester Rugby and return to winning ways.Jan 3, 14:56
Team News: Gary Rowett rings the changes for Blyth Spartans cup tie
Gary Rowett makes 10 changes to his Birmingham City side for this afternoon's FA Cup third-round meeting with Blyth Spartans at St Andrew's.Jan 3, 14:40
Lukas Podolski: 'My heart will always hold a place for Arsenal'
Lukas Podolski says that Arsenal will 'always hold a place in his heart' after moving a step closer to completing his move to Inter Milan.Jan 3, 14:33
Live Commentary: Cardiff City 3-1 Colchester United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Cardiff City's 3-1 victory over Colchester United in the third round of the FA Cup.Jan 2, 19:15
Louis van Gaal: 'Manchester United need to improve away form'
Louis van Gaal concedes that Manchester United have a long way to go if they are to challenge for the Premier League, having been held to a third successive away draw.Jan 2, 08:56
Gareth Bale hails Real Madrid's "amazing attacking threat"
Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale insists that he wants to continue winning trophies in a Los Blancos shirt alongside the "amazing" Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema.Jan 2, 08:32
Report: Liverpool launch Xherdan Shaqiri bid
Liverpool lead the race to sign Xherdan Shaqiri after submitting a bid for the sought-after Bayern Munich midfielder, according to a report.Jan 2, 08:15
Gary Anderson sends out warning to semi-final opponent Michael van Gerwen
Gary Anderson warns Michael van Gerwen that he had "better be ready to play" after edging out countryman Peter Wright to set up a meeting with the Dutchman.Jan 2, 07:58
8am Transfer Talk Update: Lukas Podolski, Wilfried Bony, Pepe
Sports Mole rounds up all the transfer news and speculation doing the rounds over the past 24 hours.Jan 2, 07:55
Sean Dyche: 'I have total belief in my players'
Burnley manager Sean Dyche says that he has "total belief" his players can maintain the spirit shown against Newcastle United in order to avoid relegation.Jan 2, 07:40
Live Coverage: Transfer Talk - January 2 as it happened
Keep up-to-date with all the latest transfer news as it emerges throughout the day in Sports Mole's live blog.Jan 2, 07:00
Report: Pepe emerges as Manchester United, Manchester City transfer target
Real Madrid defender Pepe could reportedly make a surprise move to Manchester United or Manchester City should contract talks at the Bernabeu break down.Jan 2, 06:59
Stuart Lancaster seeks Roy Hodgson advice ahead of 2015 World Cup
Stuart Lancaster reveals his England blueprint ahead of the World Cup, which includes speaking to a range of sporting figures such as Roy Hodgson and Dave Brailsford.Jan 2, 06:45
Chuba Akpom eager to impress at Arsenal
Chuba Akpom admits that he is "dying" to get some minutes under his belt at Arsenal in order to make an impression on manager Arsene Wenger.Jan 2, 06:30
Mile Jedinak in dark over Crystal Palace managerial appointment
Mile Jedinak insists that he will keep in close contact with his Crystal Palace teammates as he prepares to jet off for the Asian Cup in Australia.Jan 2, 06:15
Player Ratings: Hull City 2-0 Everton
Sports Mole looks at who impressed during this afternoon's Premier League meeting between Hull City and Everton at the KC Stadium.Jan 1, 18:32
Match Analysis: Hull City 2-0 Everton
Sports Mole looks back at Hull City's 2-0 victory over Everton at the KC Stadium.Jan 1, 17:38
Live Commentary: Hull City 2-0 Everton - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Hull City's 2-0 victory over Everton in the Premier League this afternoon.Jan 1, 14:00
Team News: Chris Smalling, Luke Shaw return for Manchester United
Chris Smalling and Luke Shaw return to Manchester United's starting lineup for this afternoon's Premier League meeting with Stoke City.Jan 1, 11:51
Juan Martin del Potro suffers injury setback
Former US Open champion Juan Martin del Potro withdraws from the Brisbane International having failed to overcome a long-term injury in time.Jan 1, 11:37
Lukas Podolski 'storms out of Arsenal training'
Arsenal attacker Lukas Podolski could be on his way out of Arsenal having reportedly stormed out of a training session.Jan 1, 11:25
Arsene Wenger open to Yaya Sanogo loan move
Arsene Wenger admits that sending Yaya Sanogo out on loan this month is an option, although he would prefer the striker to remain in England.Jan 1, 11:14
Peter Wright predicts tough Gary Anderson test
2013 PDC World Darts Championship runner-up Peter Wright acknowledges that he faces a difficult task if he is to match his feat of 12 months ago this time around.Jan 1, 10:59
Western Sydney Wanderers, Central Coast Mariners play out goalless draw
Western Sydney Wanderers play out a goalless draw against Central Coast Mariners to remain rooted to the foot of the A-League ladder.Jan 1, 10:40
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