Steven Naismith
Everton's Steven Naismith wants to start against Manchester United
Steven Naismith is hopeful that he will be able to make his Premier League debut in Everton's opener against Manchester United on Monday.
Aug 16, 16:34
Brendan Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers: 'We haven't had the money this summer'
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits that the club's owners have not been able to provide huge amounts of money for this summer's transfer window.
Aug 16, 16:09
Morten Gamst Pedersen
Morten Gamst Pedersen 'really affected' by Shebby Singh jibes
Blackburn Rovers manager Steve Kean says that Morten Gamst Pedersen has been "really affected" by comments made by global advisor Shebby Singh.
Aug 16, 15:54
Roberto Di Matteo
Frank Leboeuf: 'Roberto Di Matteo must challenge for silverware at Chelsea'
Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf believes that pressure will be on Roberto Di Matteo's job at Stamford Bridge if he does not add more silverware to the club's cabinets this season.
Aug 16, 15:38
Daniel Agger
Brendan Rodgers reiterates Daniel Agger's desire to stay at Liverpool
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists that both the club and Daniel Agger want the defender to stay on Merseyside for the new season.
Aug 16, 15:29
Steven Finn
England secure with five wickets at tea against South Africa
England remain in control on the field after taking five wickets by tea in the first day of the third and final Test against South Africa.
Aug 16, 15:03
Bradley Wiggins
Bradley Wiggins removed from Team Sky's Tour of Denmark
Olympic gold medallist and Tour de France winner Bradley Wiggins is taken out of Team Sky's lineup for the Tour of Denmark, despite originally being scheduled to compete.
Aug 16, 14:59
Thomas Vermaelen
Thomas Vermaelen to replace Robin van Persie as Arsenal captain?
Arsenal are expected to give Robin van Persie's captain's armband to defender Thomas Vermaelen due to the striker's impending departure.
Aug 16, 14:51
Mikel Arteta
Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to start brightly
Mikel Arteta is hopeful that Arsenal can get a quick start out of the blocks at the beginning of the new season.
Aug 16, 14:43
Robin Van Persie
Owen Coyle praises Sir Alex Ferguson for snatching Robin van Persie
Bolton Wanderers manager Owen Coyle is confident that Robin van Persie will guarantee goals for Manchester United this season.
Aug 16, 14:31
Jordan Rhodes
Simon Grayson criticises Blackburn Rovers' public pursuit of Jordan Rhodes
Huddersfield Town boss Simon Grayson does not agree with Blackburn Rovers' public pursuit of his striker Jordan Rhodes.
Aug 16, 14:21
Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger: 'I'd have preferred to sell Robin van Persie abroad'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that he never wanted to sell striker Robin van Persie to Manchester United and would have preferred the Dutchman to move abroad.
Aug 16, 14:05
Steven Fletcher
Christophe Berra backs Steven Fletcher to return to Premier League
Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Christophe Berra believes that teammate Steven Fletcher should be allowed to leave for a Premier League club.
Aug 16, 10:57
Danny Fox
Danny Fox: 'We have no fear heading into Manchester City clash'
Southampton's Danny Fox says that the team are not under pressure as they prepare to take on Manchester City in their Premier League opener on Sunday.
Aug 16, 10:41
Glen Johnson and Joe Allen
Joe Allen considered for Liverpool debut against West Bromwich Albion
Brendan Rodgers says that new Liverpool midfielder Joe Allen could make his Reds debut against West Bromwich Albion this weekend.
Aug 16, 10:28
Luis Suarez
Tom Werner confident Liverpool will return to Europe's elite
Liverpool chairman Tom Werner says that the Reds are on track to returning to Europe and England's elite but insists that it will take time.
Aug 16, 10:16
Gareth Bale
Gareth Bale: 'I will be fit for Tottenham Hotspur opener'
Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale says that he will be fit for his side's Premier League opener against Newcastle United, despite picking up a back problem on international duty.
Aug 16, 10:06
Matt Jarvis
West Ham United fail in third bid for Wolverhampton Wanderers' Matt Jarvis
Wolverhampton Wanderers reportedly turn down a third bid from West Ham United for winger Matt Jarvis.
Aug 16, 09:57
Robin Van Persie
Bob Wilson "disappointed" with Robin van Persie's Arsenal departure
Arsenal legend Bob Wilson says that his feelings are "bordering on anger" after the Gunners agreed to sell striker Robin van Persie to Manchester United.
Aug 16, 09:43
Robin Van Persie
Harry Redknapp: 'Robin van Persie can be the difference for Manchester United'
Harry Redknapp believes that Robin van Persie can win back the Premier League title for Manchester United, with the Arsenal striker due to sign for the Red Devils in the next 48 hours.
Aug 16, 09:27
Tom Daley
Olympic medallist Tom Daley gets straight As in exams
British Olympic bronze medallist Tom Daley sends his gratitude to Plymouth College after receiving straight As in his A level exams.
Aug 16, 09:17
Jermain Defoe
10am Transfer Talk Update: Jermain Defoe, Charlie Adam, Louis Saha
With just 15 days to go in the summer window, Sports Mole rounds up this morning's headlines.
Aug 16, 09:00
Darren Clarke
Thomas Bjorn, Darren Clarke, Paul McGinley named Europe's Ryder Cup vice-captains
Thomas Bjorn, Darren Clarke and Paul McGinley are named as Europe's vice-captains for the Ryder Cup by captain Jose Maria Olazabal
Aug 16, 08:48
Louis Saha
Louis Saha reveals Sunderland discussions
Former Manchester United and Everton striker Louis Saha reveals that he is on his way to continue talks with Sunderland over a potential transfer.
Aug 16, 08:44
Arsene Wenger
Arsene Wenger won't search for Robin van Persie replacement
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger insists that Olivier Giroud and Lukas Podolski will fill the void left by Robin van Persie, who is due to sign for Manchester United today.
Aug 16, 08:34
Usain Bolt
Yohan Blake: 'Usain Bolt was too hard to beat'
Olympic gold and silver medallist Yohan Blake says that his compatriot sprinter Usain Bolt was always going to be "hard to beat" at the London Olympics.
Aug 16, 08:24
Kevin Pietersen
ICC delay World Twenty20 squad announcements by six days
The ICC announce that the Saturday deadline for teams to announce their squads for the World Twenty20 tournament has been put back until August 24.
Aug 16, 08:11
Lee Cattermole
Lee Cattermole: 'Footballers always try their best'
Sunderland's Lee Cattermole insists that footballers do have the same dedication as Team GB's Olympians following their success at London 2012.
Aug 15, 11:02
Roy Hodgson
Anti-racism campaigner Piara Powar slams Roy Hodgson's John Terry support
Leading anti-racism campaigner Piara Powar believes that England manager Roy Hodgson was wrong to back John Terry given his employment with the FA.
Aug 15, 10:49
Luka Modric
Croatia boss Igor Stimac hits out at Daniel Levy over Luka Modric
Croatia manager Igor Stimac accuses Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy of breaking his "promise" to Luka Modric that he could leave the club for Real Madrid this summer.
Aug 15, 10:38
Daniel Agger
Liverpool defender Daniel Agger reveals Barcelona desire
Liverpool defender Daniel Agger says that Barcelona could have enough appeal to prise the centre-back away from Anfield this summer.
Aug 15, 10:25
London Olympic Stadium
Voyeur pleads guilty to spying on China women's Olympic swimming team
Declan Crosbie pleads guilty to spying on the China's Olympic women's swimming team at Leeds University before the London Games.
Aug 15, 10:12
Robbie Savage
Robbie Savage: 'Top footballers shouldn't be targeted after Olympics'
Former Wales international Robbie Savage thinks that 95% of footballers are good examples to the game following recent criticism of players after London 2012.
Aug 15, 10:00
Diego Maradona
Diego Maradona keen to coach in China
Diego Maradona claims that he would like to coach in China after losing his job at United Arab Emirates side Al Wasl.
Aug 15, 09:47
Michael Owen
Michael Owen: 'Too easy to blame footballers after Olympics'
Michael Owen believes that the whole football "culture" needs to change but believes that the performance of Team GB at London 2012 can't be compared to modern day football.
Aug 15, 09:19
Roy Hodgson
Graham Taylor criticises Roy Hodgson's public backing of John Terry
Former England boss Graham Taylor thinks that Roy Hodgson should not have publicly stated that John Terry should be "freed" from the FA's investigation into alleged racial abuse.
Aug 15, 09:16
Alex Song
10am Transfer Talk Update: Alex Song, Fernando Llorente, Daniel Agger
Sports Mole brings you the latest transfer speculation making the headlines with just 16 days until the window slams shut.
Aug 15, 09:00
Cesare Prandelli
Cesare Prandelli: 'My Italy players have desire to start well'
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli says that his players are feeling "enthusiastic" ahead of their friendly clash with England this evening.
Aug 15, 08:48
Wembley
Football Association to snap up West Bromwich Albion director Dan Ashworth?
West Bromwich Albion sporting and technical director Dan Ashworth will reportedly be approached by the FA over joining the governing body in a new role.
Aug 15, 08:40
Karim Benzema
Karim Benzema, Franck Ribery to stand trial for solicitation
France internationals Karim Benzema and Franck Ribery will stand trial on charges of solicitation, where the duo could face up to three years in prison if found guilty.
Aug 15, 08:30
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