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Berdych eases through to Shanghai Masters quarter-finals
Sixth seed Tomas Berdych books his place in the final eight of the Shanghai Masters courtesy of a 6-3 6-4 victory over Ivo Karlovic.Oct 9, 06:37
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Pedro: Gerard Pique "focused" on helping Barcelona
Pedro backs Barcelona teammate Gerard Pique to win back his place in the starting lineup amid talk linking the Spanish international with a move away from the club.Oct 9, 06:17
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Phil Taylor "glad to get through" at World Grand Prix
Reigning champion Phil Taylor admits that he is "glad to get through" to the quarters of the World Grand Prix having battled back from behind against Andrew Gilding.Oct 9, 05:59
Alan Pardew: 'Newcastle United still a big scalp'
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew insists that the club remain a "big scalp" in the Premier League, despite their current lowly position.Oct 9, 05:47
Roy Hodgson: 'Don't expect a goal feast against San Marino'
England manager Roy Hodgson insists that building on recent performances is the main aim for his side against San Marino this evening. Oct 9, 05:32
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Jack Robinson: 'Sam Burgess can become one of the greats'
Jack Robinson believes that Sam Burgess will make an instant impact at Bath Rugby having changed codes from rugby league to rugby union.Oct 9, 05:17
David Ferrer battles back to secure third-round spot
David Ferrer battles from a set behind to see off Martin Klizan and secure his place in the third round of the Shanghai Masters.Oct 8, 08:07
Huw Jenkins: 'We must embrace Premier League games abroad'
Swansea City chairman Huw Jenkins says that clubs such as his own must embrace Premier League fixtures being played abroad, or else they will be left behind.Oct 8, 07:46
Juventus suffer Martin Caceres injury blow
Martin Caceres will miss the next four weeks of action for Juventus due to a thigh injury sustained in Sunday's 3-2 win over Serie A title rivals Roma.Oct 8, 07:31
Tony Diprose: 'George Lowe comeback will not be rushed'
Harlequins coach Tony Doprose insists that George Lowe must fight to regain his place in the side after returning to full fitness.Oct 8, 07:16
Queens Park Rangers to make Emmanuel Adebayor move?
Tottenham Hotspur striker Emmanuel Adebayor is said to be a target for former manager Harry Redknapp at Queens Park Rangers.Oct 8, 06:59
Gareth Bale hopeful of Wales qualification
Wales forward Gareth Bale hopes to achieve another of his dreams by helping his national side reach a major tournament.Oct 8, 06:43
Ibra Sekajja joins Inverness Caledonian Thistle
Former Crystal Palace striker Ibra Sekajja joins Scottish Premiership side Inverness Caledonian Thistle.Oct 8, 06:30
Daryl Janmaat: 'Newcastle United players fighting to keep Alan Pardew in a job'
Newcastle United defender Daryl Janmaat insists that he and his teammates will continue to work hard in order to pick up a first Premier League win of the season.Oct 8, 06:15
Raymond van Barneveld: 'I need to improve my game'
Former world champion Raymond van Barneveld admits that he enjoyed some luck on the way to beating Dave Chisnall at the World Grand Prix last night.Oct 8, 05:59
Richard Cockerill "not worried" about facing sack at Leicester Tigers
Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill insists that he does not fear for his job despite a poor start to the season.Oct 8, 05:45
Gabriel Heinze: 'Angel di Maria among best in world'
Gabriel Heinze says that he cannot praise Manchester United's Angel di Maria enough, claiming that the midfielder is among the best players in the world.Oct 8, 05:30
Laurent Koscielny: Arsene Wenger "flew out of control"
Laurent Koscielny admits that Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger lost his cool during Sunday's Premier League defeat against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.Oct 8, 05:15
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 5-0 Athletic Bilbao
Sports Mole looks at who impressed during Real Madrid's emphatic 5-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Bernabeu this evening.Oct 5, 22:27
Match Analysis: Real Madrid 5-0 Athletic Bilbao
Sports Mole looks back at Real Madrid's emphatic 5-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao this evening.Oct 5, 21:41
Live Commentary: Real Madrid 5-0 Athletic Bilbao - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's text coverage of Real Madrid's 5-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Bernabeu.Oct 5, 18:30
Roberto Martinez: 'John Stones to miss next few weeks'
John Stones is likely to miss England's upcoming World Cup qualifiers due to an ankle injury sustained against Manchester United earlier today, Roberto Martinez reveals.Oct 5, 17:54
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Most successful Olympic athlete Michael Phelps to put swimming career on hold
Olympic swimming hero Michael Phelps calls a temporary halt to his swimming career to deal with issues in his personal life.Oct 5, 17:42
Borussia Monchengladbach, Mainz 05 keep unbeaten starts intact
Mainz 05 hold Borussia Monchengladbach to a 1-1 draw at Borussia-Park to see both sides' unbeaten starts to the season continue.Oct 5, 17:25
Zinedine Zidane picks up second league win as Real Madrid Castilla boss
Real Madrid Castilla defeat nine-man Barakaldo to climb off the foot of the Segunda B Grupo 2 table.Oct 5, 16:59
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Jules Bianchi 'out of surgery, breathing independently'
Marussia driver Jules Bianchi is now breathing independently after undergoing surgery following a crash at the Japanese Grand Prix earlier today, a report claims.Oct 5, 16:47
Mauricio Pochettino delighted with "important win"
Mauricio Pochettino admits that Tottenham Hotspur are "still improving" having climbed up to sixth place in the Premier League table this afternoon.Oct 5, 16:32
Per Mertesacker urges Arsenal to "learn quickly" following Chelsea defeat
Per Mertesacker warns his Arsenal teammates to "learn quickly" following their 2-0 defeat against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge this afternoon.Oct 5, 16:16
Jose Mourinho questions referee decisions
Jose Mourinho says that referee Martin Atkinson had a "fantastic performance" this afternoon, but questions a few key decisions that went against his side.Oct 5, 15:59
Newcastle Falcons off the mark in Aviva Premiership with first victory
Newcastle Falcons stage a late surge to pick up their first win of the Aviva Premiership season against Exeter Chiefs this afternoon. Oct 5, 15:45
Tomas Berdych: 'Novak Djokovic best I've ever faced'
Sixth seed Tomas Berdych says that Novak Djokovic is the best opponent he has faced in his career following his straight-sets defeat at the China Open earlier today.Oct 5, 15:15
Dougie Imrie hails Hamilton Academical's "massive achievement"
Dougie Imrie says that Hamilton Academical's main target is still to remain in the Scottish Premiership, despite seeing his side move top of the table this afternoon.Oct 5, 14:59
Alex Song eyes European Spot at West Ham United
West Ham United midfielder Alex Song acknowledges the importance of today's meeting with Queens Park Rangers to his side's hopes of climbing up the Premier League table.Oct 5, 14:48
Team News: West Ham United make two changes for Queens Park Rangers test
Sam Allardyce names two changes to his side for the visit of QPR this afternoon, while Harry Redknapp introduces three new faces to the Hoops' starting XI.Oct 5, 14:30
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Sean O'Loughlin named England captain
Steve McNamara names Sean O'Loughlin as his new England captain following the recent retirement of Kevin Sinfield from the international game.Oct 5, 14:15
Ten-man Elche denied late on by Almeria
Almeria strike late on against Elche to rescue a point in a 2-2 draw at the Estadio Manuel MartÃnez Valero.Oct 4, 21:56
Ten-man Malaga battle to victory
Malaga battle back to pick up a 2-1 victory against Granada at La Rosaleda.Oct 4, 21:56
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Callum Smith secures knockout victory over Rafael Sosa Pintos
Callum Smith takes just three rounds to land a knockout blow on Uruguayan Rafael Sosa Pintos and set up a meeting with Nikola Sjekloca. Oct 4, 21:35
Frank Lampard: Playing for Manchester City is "very strange"
Manchester City midfielder Frank Lampard admits that he finds it "very strange" playing for the club having joined on loan until the New Year.Oct 4, 21:17
Jim Mallinder: 'Still room for improvement'
Northampton Saints coach Jim Mallinder praises his "outstanding" defence for their performance during today's 19-12 victory over London Irish.Oct 4, 20:55
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