Shane Long, Sylvain Distin
Steve Clarke hopes to get Shane Long fit for Southampton clash
West Bromwich Albion manager Steve Clarke insists that the Baggies are trying to get striker Shane Long fit for Monday's Premier League match against Southampton.
Nov 2, 16:59
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez
Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez wants run of results
Wigan Athletic manager Roberto Martinez says that last weekend's win over West Ham United can kickstart the club's Premier League season.
Nov 2, 16:49
Theo Walcott, Geoff Cameron
Brendan Rodgers distances Liverpool from Arsenal's Theo Walcott
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers dismisses "speculation" linking Arsenal winger Theo Walcott to Anfield.
Nov 2, 16:39
QPR manager Mark Hughes
Preview:Queens Park Rangers vs. Reading
Sports Mole looks ahead to this Sunday's Premier League meeting between Queens Park Rangers and Reading, with both sides in desperate need of points.
Nov 2, 16:31
Luis Suarez
Preview:Liverpool vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole previews this Sunday's Premier League encounter between Liverpool and Newcastle United.
Nov 2, 16:14
Roberto Di Matteo
Roberto Di Matteo blasts Sir Alex Ferguson for Mark Clattenburg support
Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo takes a swipe at Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson following the Scotsman's public support of referee Mark Clattenburg.
Nov 2, 15:55
Nemanja Vidic
Manchester United's Nemanja Vidic unlikely to return until late December
Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic is not expected to return from a knee injury until late December, according to manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Nov 2, 15:39
Barry Ferguson
Fleetwood Town announce loan deal for Blackpool's Barry Ferguson
Fleetwood Town confirm that Blackpool midfielder Barry Ferguson has joined the club on a loan deal from Bloomfield Road.
Nov 2, 15:23
Sebastian Vettel
Sebastian Vettel tops second Abu Dhabi practice
Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel gets his preparations for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix off to a positive start by clocking the fastest time in the second practice.
Nov 2, 15:00
Michael Ballack
Michael Ballack dismisses lawyer who claimed he 'couldn't afford' speeding fine
Michael Ballack reportedly sacks his lawyer, who claimed that the retired midfielder could not afford to pay an £8,000 speeding fine.
Nov 2, 14:28
Andy Murray
Andy Murray: 'Next door's cat is winding my dogs up'
US Open champion Andy Murray says that next door's cat is tormenting his two dogs Maggie and Rusty at the home he shares with girlfriend Kim Sears in Surrey.
Nov 2, 14:12
Generic image of a locker room
Video: Dutch Football Association release anti-homophobia video
The Dutch Football Association try to encourage gay footballers to 'come out of the closet' by releasing an anti-homophobia advert.
Nov 2, 13:54
Tom Daley
Tom Daley: 'Friends will get my calendar for Christmas'
Tom Daley says that he is going to buy a copy of his 2013 calendar for all of his friends for Christmas.
Nov 2, 13:42
Cristiano Ronaldo
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo's car for sale at £37,995 in Surrey
Cristiano Ronaldo's Porsche, which the winger sold before moving from Manchester United to Real Madrid, is up for sale at a dealership in Surrey
Nov 2, 13:30
Louis Smith
Louis Smith finds training for Olympics easier than 'Strictly Come Dancing'
Olympic bronze and silver medallist Louis Smith says that training for Strictly Come Dancing is tougher than it was to prepare for the London 2012 Games.
Nov 2, 13:15
Mario Balotelli on the bench for City
Manchester City's Mario Balotelli is 'Time' magazine cover star
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli will be the cover star for the December issue of Time magazine.
Nov 2, 13:06
Brunton Park
'Frasier' star Kelsey Grammer to support brother-in-law in Ebbsfleet match?
Ebbsfleet's Phil Walsh, who is the brother-in-law of Frasier star Kelsey Grammer, asks the American actor to watch him play against Carlisle in the FA Cup first round tomorrow.
Nov 2, 12:56
Radamel Falcao
Video: Which Premier League side would Radamel Falcao make the biggest impact for?
Which Premier League side would Atletico Madrid striker Radamel Falcao suit? This question and more are tackled by the ESPN experts in a Sports Mole exclusive!
Nov 2, 12:38
Theo Walcott celebrates scoring Arsenal's sixth
Steve Nicol urges Liverpool to steer clear of buying Theo Walcott
Former Liverpool defender Steve Nicol believes that Arsenal winger Theo Walcott is too "inconsistent" and thinks the Reds should be searching for new players elsewhere.
Nov 2, 11:57
Darren Bent, Christian Benteke
Darren Bent: 'I can form a partnership with Christian Benteke'
Aston Villa striker Darren Bent believes that he and his teammate Christian Benteke, who is currently pushing Bent out of the side, can play together.
Nov 2, 11:50
Micah Richards and Stewart Downing
Micah Richards's absence reduced from four months to four weeks
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini refutes claims that defender Micah Richards will be out of action for four months by claiming that the 24-year-old faces just three to four weeks on the sidelines.
Nov 2, 11:41
Fernando Alonso
Ferrari break curfew while working on Fernando Alonso's car
Ferrari break curfew while working on Fernando Alonso's car ahead of this Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Nov 2, 11:24
Robin van Persie celebrates scoring for United
Manchester United's Robin van Persie 'won't celebrate' if he scores against Arsenal
Former Manchester United and Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre says that Robin van Persie "won't celebrate" if he scores against Arsenal this weekend.
Nov 2, 11:15
Jason Netherton
Jason Netherton calls time on Hull Kingston Rovers career
Hull KR announce that Jason Netherton will leave the club after agreeing a severance deal.
Nov 2, 11:05
Ryan Giggs
Ryan Giggs: 'Manchester United won't repeat fluke 8-2 win over Arsenal'
Manchester United midfielder Ryan Giggs believes that this weekend's clash against Arsenal will be "tough" for the Red Devils and insists that last season's 8-2 win won't be repeated.
Nov 2, 10:56
Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton quickest in first practice of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton sets the pace in the first practice of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Nov 2, 10:38
Martin Jol
Fulham boss Martin Jol 'to be awarded with new contract'
Fulham are reportedly ready to hold talks with manager Martin Jol over signing a new contract at Craven Cottage.
Nov 2, 10:31
Graeme McDowell
Graeme McDowell doubtful for rest of WGC-HSBC Champions after bruising hand
Graeme McDowell could be forced to drop out of the WGC-HSBC Champions after injuring his hand in a hotel door.
Nov 2, 10:17
Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson publicly backs under-fire referee Mark Clattenburg
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson says that there is "no way" that referee Mark Clattenburg is guilty of using "inappropriate language" to Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel.
Nov 2, 10:05
Andy Murray
Andy Murray targets glory at "unbelievable" ATP World Tour Finals
Andy Murray says that he will not be fazed by the extra pressure of the ATP World Tour Finals being in London.
Nov 2, 09:49
Ian Holloway
Blackpool boss Ian Holloway 'to talk to chairman over Crystal Palace approach'
Ian Holloway will reportedly hold discussions with Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston over his future following interest from Crystal Palace.
Nov 2, 09:40
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers
Liverpool 'will allow stars to leave, bring in new talent'
Liverpool are reportedly considering letting go of a number of first-team players as well as search for new additions in the January transfer window.
Nov 2, 09:31
Arsene Wenger wearing his favourite coat
Arsene Wenger: 'Chelsea should have dealt with Mark Clattenburg privately'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes that Chelsea should have dealt with their issues with referee Mark Clattenburg privately as opposed to announcing their complaint to the Football Association.
Nov 2, 09:18
Jose Zorrilla Stadium, home of Real Valladolid
Real Vallodolid take early advantage in Copa del Rey first leg over Real Betis
Real Valladolidad take a one-goal advantage into the second leg of their Copa del Rey tie against Real Betis courtesy of a Alberto Bueno goal.
Nov 1, 17:50
Lucas Leiva
Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva to return to action by end of the month?
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers reveals that Lucas Leiva may be fit to return from a thigh injury by the end of the month.
Nov 1, 17:49
Janko Tipsarevic
Janko Tipsarevic secures quarter-final spot in Paris Masters
Janko Tipsarevic claims a spot in the quarter-finals of the Paris Masters courtesy of a three-sets win over Juan Monaco.
Nov 1, 17:24
Juan Martin del Potro
Juan Martin del Potro crashes out of third round of Paris Masters
Juan Martin del Potro misses out on a quarter-finals spot in the Paris Masters after losing in straight sets to Michael Llodra.
Nov 1, 17:11
Upton Park
West Ham United's George McCartney targets top-half finish
George McCartney says that West Ham have exceeded expectations so far this season in the Premier League.
Nov 1, 16:58
Mick McCarthy
Preview:Birmingham City vs. Ipswich Town
Sports Mole looks ahead to this weekend's Championship meeting between Birmingham City and Ipswich Town, who play under new manager Mick McCarthy for the first time.
Nov 1, 16:36
Kevin Nolan
Preview:West Ham United vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between West Ham United and the reigning champions Manchester City.
Nov 1, 16:20
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