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Wayne Rooney named England captain
Wayne Rooney is handed the England captaincy by manager Roy Hodgson ahead of the Euro 2016 qualifying campaign.Aug 28, 11:07
Gareth Bale: 'Joining Real Madrid was right choice'
Real Madrid midfielder Gareth Bale says that winning two trophies last season proves that he made the right choice in joining the club.Aug 28, 07:55
Paul Scholes: 'Manchester United players must trust Louis van Gaal'
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes urges the club's current crop to "believe" in Louis van Gaal's methods.Aug 28, 07:42
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Double injury blow for England ahead of internationals
Dan Cole and Mako Vunipola are likely to miss England's November internationals through injury.Aug 28, 07:27
Captaincy "proud" moment for Jonny Evans
Jonny Evans says that Manchester United will pick themselves up and learn from their heavy defeat against MK Dons.Aug 28, 07:10
8am Transfer Talk Update: Fernando Torres, William Carvalho, Daniel Welbeck
Sports Mole brings you up to speed with all the latest football news and gossip in the world of transfers.Aug 28, 07:00
Steve Bruce confident of Europa League progression
Hull City manager Steve Bruce acknowledges that it will be difficult for his side to beat Lokeren, but remains confident of progression to the Europa League.Aug 28, 06:30
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Tottenham Hotspur must remain focused'
Mauricio Pochettino warns his players of complacency ahead of tonight's Europa League second-leg qualifier against AEL Limasson.Aug 28, 06:15
Steve Parish: 'Crystal Palace ready to bring in more new players'
Steve Parish hopes that he will have some "good news" for Crystal Palace supporters on the transfer front in the coming days.Aug 28, 05:59
Slaven Bilic "proud" despite narrow Arsenal defeat
Slaven Bilic admits that he is "gutted" to have seen his Bekitas side lose out to Arsenal last night, but remains proud of his players' performance.Aug 28, 05:45
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Jenson Button: 'Retirement at end of season is an option'
Jenson Button says that he has yet to open up contract talks with McLaren, and could retire at the end of the season.Aug 28, 05:30
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Andy Murray 'frustrated' by injuries
British number one Andy Murray says that he finds it "frustrating" not being able to play to his full potential when struggling with injury.Aug 28, 05:15
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India set England target of 305 in second ODI
England are set a target of 305 in their second ODI against India at the Swalec Stadium.Aug 27, 14:05
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Paul Sunderland narrowly misses out on canoeing medal at Youth Olympic Games
Paul Sunderland narrowly misses out on a medal in the canoeing event at the Youth Olympic Games, but takes great pride from his effort.Aug 27, 13:45
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Anthony Joshua to take on experienced Konstantin Airich
Anthony Joshua is to face Konstantin Airich in Manchester next month as he looks to maintain his unbeaten record as a professional boxer.Aug 27, 13:29
Agent: 'Arsenal in talks with Nikola Zigic over transfer'
Nikola Zigic is in talks with Arsenal over a potential move to the club this summer, according to the striker's agent.Aug 27, 13:10
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Wales Euro 2016 qualifier to be moved?
Wales could be forced to play their opening Euro 2016 qualifier at a different venue with Andorra yet to have the all-clear on their new artificial 3G surface.Aug 27, 12:58
Report: Tottenham Hotspur close to finalising Federico Fazio deal
Federico Fazio is reportedly close to completing his move to Tottenham Hotspur after agreeing a five-year deal at the club.Aug 27, 12:40
Neil Warnock named new Crystal Palace manager
Crystal Palace name Neil Warnock as their new manager on a two-year deal.Aug 27, 12:11
Arsenal 'not planning to sign striker' despite Olivier Giroud injury concerns
Arsene Wenger will not sign a new striker this summer in the wake of Olivier Giroud's recent injury, a report claims. Aug 27, 12:04
1pm Transfer Talk Update: Arturo Vidal, Wilfried Bony, Hatem Ben Arfa
Sports Mole rounds up all the transfer news and speculation doing the rounds this lunchtime.Aug 27, 12:00
Garry Monk: 'Bafetimbi Gomis not replacement for Wilfried Bony'
Garry Monk says that he wants Wilfried Bony to remain at Swansea City where he can thrive alongside summer signing Bafetimbi Gomis.Aug 27, 11:30
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Double injury blow for Hull Kingston Rovers
Ben Cockayne and David Hodgson will miss the remainder of the Super League season, Hull Kingston Rovers head coach Chris Chester confirms.Aug 27, 11:15
Neil Adams: 'Norwich City players delivered'
Neil Adams praises his players for surviving a scare against Crawley Town and advancing through to round three of the League Cup.Aug 26, 21:34
Brighton & Hove Albion survive Swindon Town scare to advance in League Cup
Swindon Town fall to a 4-2 defeat against Brighton & Hove Albion in round two of the League Cup at the City Ground.Aug 26, 21:23
Josh Murphy double sends Norwich City through
Josh Murphy's double paves the way for Norwich City as they overcome Crawley Town 3-1 at Carrow Round in the League Cup second round.Aug 26, 20:59
Late Jake Taylor goal fires Reading through
Reading beat Scunthorpe United 1-0 in the second round of the League Cup courtesy of Jake Taylor's late goal.Aug 26, 20:40
Bill Kenwright: Everton "perfect club" for Samuel Eto'o
Bill Kenwright insists that new signing Samuel Eto'o has found the "perfect club" to ply his trade in Everton.Aug 26, 19:59
Casper Sloth: 'Leeds United on way back to top'
Casper Sloth insists that he is "really happy" to have joined Leeds United after completing his move to the club.Aug 26, 19:45
Michael Dawson "excited" by Hull City move
Hull City defender Michael Dawson admits that leaving Tottenham Hotspur was a tough choice, but is now excited to get going at his new club.Aug 26, 19:31
Jack Nowell not rushing back from injury
Jack Nowell says that he is concentrating on being 100% fit before making his return from injury for Exeter Chiefs.Aug 26, 19:16
Heather Watson bemoans "disappointing" US Open exit
British number one Heather Watson acknowledges that she must bounce back and improve on her first-round exit at the US Open.Aug 26, 18:56
Louis van Gaal: Angel di Maria an "excellent addition" for Manchester United
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal talks up the ability of new record signing Angel di Maria after he joins the club on a five-year deal.Aug 26, 18:41
Mauricio Pochettino full of praise for Tottenham Hotspur attacking talent
Mauricio Pochettino says that Tottenham Hotspur can "achieve something" if they continue to play as a team on the field.Aug 24, 17:58
Robin van Persie: 'Manchester United too sloppy in possession'
Manchester United striker Robin van Persie insists that his side will "bounce back" from their disappointing start to the new Premier League season.Aug 24, 17:45
Dougie Brown hails "incredible" Birmingham Bears achievement
Dougie Brown says that three years of progression was to thank for Birmingham Bears' triumph in the T20 Blast final.Aug 24, 17:30
Lee Cattermole: 'Solid start to season vital for Sunderland'
Lee Cattermole admits that it was "vital" Sunderland kicked off their Premier League campaign in a positive manner following last season's slow start.Aug 24, 17:15
Jack Rodwell header denies Manchester United
Manchester United and Sunderland play out a 1-1 draw at the Stadium of Light to leave Louis van Gaal winless in the Premier League.Aug 24, 16:52
PSV Eindhoven defeat Ajax to top Eredivisie
Ajax fall to a 3-1 home defeat to title rivals PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie this evening.Aug 24, 16:41
Harry Redknapp: "We got what we deserved"
Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp says that his side need to improve following their 4-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur if they are to remain in the league.Aug 24, 16:21
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