Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger looks dejected at half-time against Bradford on December 11, 2012
Arsenal's Arsene Wenger: 'I won't be put under pressure to spend'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that he will enter the transfer market for "exceptional" players but says that he will not be forced into spending.
Dec 20, 11:57
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Adelaide Strikers storm past Sydney Thunder in Big Bash clash
Adelaide Strikers win by 52 runs over Sydney Thunder in their Big Bash T20 League contest.
Dec 20, 11:31
Manchester United players celebrate with fans after beating rivals Manchester City on December 9, 2012
Manchester United to meet Real Madrid in Champions League clash
Manchester United will go head to head with Real Madrid in the first knockout round of the Champions League, while Arsenal face Bayern Munich and Celtic go up against Juventus.
Dec 20, 10:50
Champions League trophy
Live Coverage: Champions League round of 16 draw - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the Champions League round of 16 draw, with Manchester United, Arsenal and Celtic forming the British contingent.
Dec 20, 10:25
Ben Foster
Ben Foster close to making West Bromwich Albion comeback
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster hints that he could return to action this weekend against Norwich City.
Dec 20, 10:16
Daniel Sturridge
Daniel Sturridge's Liverpool move 'hits stumbling block'
Chelsea forward Daniel Sturridge's proposed move to Liverpool is reportedly in doubt due to a disagreement over agents' fees.
Dec 20, 09:58
Glenn Murray
Aston Villa 'target Crystal Palace striker Glenn Murray'
Aston Villa are reportedly keen to table a £1m bid for Crystal Palace striker Glenn Murray.
Dec 20, 09:41
Gloucester's Alex Brown after a loss to Saracens on May 15, 2011
Gloucester Rugby's Alex Brown announces retirement due to injury
Gloucester lock Alex Brown announces that he will no longer be able to continue playing rugby after being advised to retire due to a shoulder injury.
Dec 20, 09:29
Andy Carroll gives a thumbs-up to Newcastle fans
Andy Carroll wants return to Newcastle United?
Andy Carroll reportedly opts for a return to Newcastle United in the summer after Liverpool informed the striker that he can leave the club permanently.
Dec 20, 09:16
John Terry lies in agony on the ground
Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez unsure of John Terry return
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez reveals that he is still unsure over when captain John Terry will make a full recovery from a knee injury.
Dec 20, 09:06
Bradley Wiggins talks to host Sue Barker at Sports Personality of the Year on December 16, 2012
Bradley Wiggins tucks into McDonald's after boozy night out
Bradley Wiggins is spotted partying until 5am after winning the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year award.
Dec 19, 14:58
Team GB's Jessica Ennis receives her gold medal at London 2012 on August 4, 2012
Jessica Ennis tops Olympics rich list after London Games
Jessica Ennis will reportedly make £3.5m in sponsorship deals by next summer following her in-demand status after the London Olympic Games.
Dec 19, 14:44
Team GB gymnast Louis Smith arrives at Sports Personality of the Year on December 16, 2012
Louis Smith appreciates male and female 'Strictly' support
Louis Smith says that he welcomes support from both male and female fans since appearing on Strictly Come Dancing.
Dec 19, 14:35
David Beckham on February 27, 2012
David Beckham's son Romeo poses for Burberry in photoshoot
David Beckham's son Romeo poses in a photoshoot for Burberry's new Spring/Summer 2013 collection.
Dec 19, 14:26
Team GB star Jess Ennis arrives for Sports Personality of the Year on December 16, 2012
Olympic champion Jessica Ennis 'buys new £1m house'
Olympic gold medallist Jessica Ennis reportedly prepares to move into her new £1m home near Sheffield.
Dec 19, 14:11
Shinji Kagawa
Shinji Kagawa sings 'Gangnam Style' at Manchester United Christmas party
Manchester United midfielder Shinji Kagawa sings 'Gangnam Style' at the club's Christmas party.
Dec 19, 13:51
Martin Skrtel
Video: Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel becomes tattoo artist for a day
Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel becomes a tattoo artist for the day in support of the Hillsborough Justice Campaign.
Dec 19, 13:35
Fabrice Muamba
Fabrice Muamba dances in 'Strictly Come Dancing' Christmas special
Former Bolton Wanderers midfielder Fabrice Muamba dances in BBC One's pre-recorded Christmas special of Strictly Come Dancing.
Dec 19, 13:08
A disappointed Steven Gerrard leaves the field at half-time after scoring an own goal on December 9, 2012
Police called to Steven Gerrard's home after noisy Christmas party?
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard reportedly receives a visit from the police after a neighbour complains about "excessive noise" coming from his Christmas party.
Dec 19, 12:49
Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson applauds his team after winning 3-1 against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Sir Alex Ferguson installed tanning booth to help players get Vitamin D
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson installed tanning booths at the club's Carrington training ground in order to give his players enough Vitamin D intake.
Dec 19, 12:36
Mario Balotelli
Manchester City's Mario Balotelli 'not bothered' about seeing new baby daughter
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli's ex-girlfriend reveals that the Italy international has yet to see his newborn baby daughter.
Dec 19, 12:22
Peter Odemwingie celebrates scoring against Chelsea on November 17, 2012
West Bromwich Albion's Peter Odemwingie: 'Rival teams are more careful against us'
West Bromwich Albion striker Peter Odemwingie believes that rival teams are "more careful" against the Baggies due to their impressive form.
Dec 19, 12:01
Tito Vilanova
Barcelona boss Tito Vilanova 'suffers relapse after having tumour removed'
Barcelona will reportedly seek a temporary replacement for manager Tito Vilanova, who has suffered a relapse after having a tumour removed last year.
Dec 19, 11:55
Liverpool
Hillsborough "accidental" inquest verdicts quashed
The High Court calls for a fresh inquest into the Hillsborough disaster after quashing the original "accidental" verdicts from 23 years ago.
Dec 19, 11:41
Nikica Jelavic and William Gallas battle for the ball on December 9, 2012
William Gallas admits to holding talks with Andre Villas-Boas over poor defending
Tottenham Hotspur defender William Gallas reveals that manager Andre Villas-Boas has held talks with the players over their recent defensive record.
Dec 19, 11:28
QPR's Adel Taarabt celebrates his second goal against Fulham on December 15, 2012
Adel Taarabt will pick Morocco over Queens Park Rangers
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Adel Taarabt reveals that he wants to play for Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations, despite manager Harry Redknapp asking him to stay behind.
Dec 19, 11:15
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Aaron Finch leads Melbourne Renegades to seven-wicket win over Hobart Hurricanes
The Melbourne Renegades continue their dominance in the Big Bash T20 League by defeating the Hobart Hurricanes by seven wickets.
Dec 19, 10:56
Didier Drogba
Neil Warnock: 'Chelsea should have kept Didier Drogba'
Leeds United manager Neil Warnock thinks that Chelsea need former striker Didier Drogba as they experience a struggling period in their season.
Dec 19, 10:53
Hillsborough Flag
Home Secretary announces new police investigation into Hillsborough tragedy
Home Secretary Theresa May announces that a fresh police investigation into the Hillsborough disaster will be carried out after an initial cover-up of the tragedy was exposed.
Dec 19, 10:26
Olympic Stadium
London chosen to host Paralympic Athletics World Championships in 2017
London are confirmed as the host city for the IAAF Paralympic Athletics World Championships in 2017 following a successful bid.
Dec 19, 10:17
Eric Abidal
Barcelona's Eric Abidal 'given green light to return to action'
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is reportedly told that he can return to first-team action for the club after having a liver transplant in April.
Dec 19, 10:08
Seamus Coleman celebrates his team's win after the final whistle on December 9, 2012
Everton 'to reward Seamus Coleman with fresh contract'
Everton defender Seamus Coleman's agent confirms that the 24-year-old is close to signing a new contract at the club.
Dec 19, 09:47
Thomas Ince celebrates after scoring his second goal on December 1, 2012
Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United chase Liverpool target Thomas Ince?
Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United reportedly try to stop Liverpool from re-signing Blackpool's Thomas Ince by tabling their own offers.
Dec 19, 09:35
QPR's Adel Taarabt celebrates his second goal against Fulham on December 15, 2012
Adel Taarabt: 'Harry Redknapp makes you feel like best player in world'
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Adel Taarabt says that manager Harry Redknapp makes him feel like the "best player in the world".
Dec 19, 09:22
Joao Moutinho scores for FC Porto on November 21, 2012
Chelsea 'to make January bid for Joao Moutinho'
Chelsea reportedly ponder a January bid for Porto midfielder Joao Moutinho and keep Atletico Madrid star Radamel Falcao at the top of their transfer wishlist.
Dec 19, 09:07
Christian Eriksen
Jan Vertonghen: 'Christian Eriksen could play for Tottenham Hotspur'
Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen believes that Ajax playmaker Christian Eriksen could play at White Hart Lane.
Dec 17, 11:56
Wigan boss Roberton Martinez likes what he see's against Reading on November 24, 2012
Roberto Martinez: 'Norwich City targeted James McCarthy'
Wigan Athletic manager Roberto Martinez blasts Norwich City for purposefully 'targeting' James McCarthy, who was injured during the Latics' defeat at Carrow Road.
Dec 17, 11:36
Reading manager Brian McDermott on the touchline at Southampton on December 8, 2012
Reading boss Brian McDermott: 'Let's defeat Arsenal for the fans'
Reading manager Brian McDermott says that his team will try to claim a victory over under-pressure Arsenal in order to reward the supporters.
Dec 17, 11:25
Shaun Cummings, Raheem Sterling
Liverpool's Brendan Rodgers wants to rest Raheem Sterling
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers says that Raheem Sterling needs a rest but is concerned that he doesn't have enough depth in his squad to replace the winger.
Dec 17, 11:11
Magpies boss Alan Pardew wrapped up warm on December 10, 2012
Newcastle United cancel annual Christmas celebrations
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew reveals that the club have cancelled their Christmas party out of "respect" for the supporters.
Dec 17, 11:01
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