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Australia bowlers run riot in first Test against Pakistan
Pakistan are facing a heavy defeat in the first Test match with Pakistan after they were reduced to 97-8 on day two in Brisbane.Dec 16, 10:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Falan-pardew.jpg "Eagles manager Alan Pardew watches on during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on December 3, 2016")
Alan Pardew: 'Chelsea look unbeatable'
Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew says that Chelsea currently "look unbeatable" after the Blues recorded 10 successive wins in the Premier League.Dec 16, 10:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Mark Hughes: 'Derby County pricing Lee Grant out of Stoke City move'
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says that Derby County are asking for "too much money" for goalkeeper Lee Grant, who is currently on loan at the Potters.Dec 16, 10:27
Everton trio sign new contracts
Everton announce that Leighton Baines, Gareth Barry and Mason Holgate have all penned new deals at the Merseyside club.Dec 16, 10:05
Manuel Pellegrini: 'Alexis Sanchez is welcome at Hebei China Fortune'
Manuel Pellegrinii - now manager of Hebei China Fortune - says that Arsenal striker Alexis Sanchez would be welcome at the Chinese club.Dec 16, 09:57
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Falexis-sanchez.jpg "Alexis Sanchez in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on December 13, 2016")
Arsene Wenger: 'Nothing to add on Alexis Sanchez'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that there is "nothing more to add" on Alexis Sanchez, whose long-term future at the Emirates Stadium remains up in the air.Dec 16, 09:45
Arsene Wenger: 'Danny Welbeck closing in on return'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that striker Danny Welbeck is closing in on a return to training with the first-team squad.Dec 16, 09:29
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjohn-terry_2.jpg "Chelsea's John Terry during the EFL Cup match between Chelsea and Bristol Rovers at Stamford Bridge on August 23, 2016")
John Terry, Cesc Fabregas to receive offers from China?
Chinese Super League club Guangzhou Evergrande will reportedly make big-money offers for Chelsea pair John Terry and Cesc Fabregas at the end of the season.Dec 16, 09:15
Chelsea record 10th successive win as Cesc Fabregas goal sees off Sunderland
Chelsea move six points clear in the Premier League table with a 1-0 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.Dec 14, 21:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fantonio-conte.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Live Commentary: Sunderland 0-1 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Chelsea's 1-0 win over Sunderland in the Premier League.Dec 14, 18:45
Ivan Cavaleiro: 'I've had to adapt to life in England'
Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Ivan Cavaleiro admits that he is taking time to adapt to life in England.Dec 14, 12:58
Tottenham Hotspur considering move for Everton midfielder Ross Barkley?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping tabs on Ross Barkley's situation at Everton, with the midfielder having just 18 months remaining on his existing deal.Dec 14, 12:41
Samson Siasia: 'John Obi Mikel ready to leave Chelsea'
Former Nigeria coach Samson Siasia says that John Obi Mikel has accepted that his future is away from Chelsea.Dec 14, 12:30
Stuart Pearce keen to return to England Under-21s
Stuart Pearce reveals that he will apply for the vacant managerial role with England Under-21s, a position he previously held between 2007 and 2013.Dec 14, 12:06
Arsenal given boost in bid to sign Julian Draxler?
Arsenal are reportedly given a boost in their bid to sign Julian Draxler, with it being claimed that Wolfsburg will now accept a reduced price.Dec 14, 11:52
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak ruled out until April
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak is expected to be sidelined until April after he dislocated his shoulder against Villarreal on Monday night.Dec 14, 11:38
Leon Osman: 'Everton's comeback against Arsenal was incredible'
Former Everton midfielder Leon Osman describes the Toffees' comeback in the 2-1 win over Arsenal as "incredible".Dec 14, 11:22
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Eddie Hearn: "Good chance" of Kell Brook, Amir Khan clash taking place
Promoter Eddie Hearn says that there is "a good chance" of a welterweight showdown between Kell Brook and Amir Khan taking place in 2017.Dec 14, 11:09
Amir Khan: 'Kell Brook is only a tune-up fight'
Amir Khan says that facing Kell Brook would only represent "a tune-up fight" ahead of bigger showdowns in his career.Dec 14, 10:56
Jose Mourinho: 'Luke Shaw must develop his game'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says that Luke Shaw still needs to "develop" his game after coming back into contention for the match at Crystal Palace.Dec 14, 10:45
Eric Dier attracting interest from Chelsea, Bayern Munich?
Chelsea and Bayern Munich are reportedly monitoring Eric Dier, with the versatile Tottenham Hotspur player said to be unhappy with his situation at White Hart Lane. Dec 14, 10:28
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Feden-hazard.JPG "Chelsea winger Eden Hazard in action during his side's Premier League clash with Everton at Stamford Bridge on November 5, 2016")
Eden Hazard to miss Chelsea's game with Sunderland?
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard will reportedly miss his side's Premier League fixture with Sunderland through injury.Dec 14, 10:13
Chelsea midfielder Oscar closing in on transfer to Shanghai SIPG
Chelsea midfielder Oscar admits that he is nearing a reported £60m move to Shanghai SIPG.Dec 14, 09:59
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Eddie Howe hails Bournemouth's "heroic defensive display"
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe praises his team's defensive display during the 1-0 victory over Leicester City in the Premier League.Dec 14, 09:42
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Ronald Koeman "not surprised" by Arsene Wenger comments
Everton manager Ronald Koeman says that he was "not surprised" to hear Arsene Wenger criticise referee Mark Clattenburg after the Toffees' 2-1 win on Tuesday night. Dec 14, 09:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Farsene-wenger.jpg "Arsene Wenger shows off his Winter 2016 look during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Arsenal on November 19, 2016")
Arsene Wenger: 'I am disappointed with Mark Clattenburg'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says that he is disappointed with Mark Clattenburg after the referee awarded Everton a corner in the build-up to their winning goal.Dec 14, 09:16
Bournemouth hold on to see off Leicester City
A first-half effort from Marc Pugh proves enough for Bournemouth to record a 1-0 win over Leicester City in the Premier League.Dec 13, 21:38
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fjamie-vardy.JPG "Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy in action during the Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur at White Hart Lane on October 29, 2016")
Live Commentary: Bournemouth 1-0 Leicester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Bournemouth's 1-0 victory over Leicester City in the Premier League.Dec 13, 18:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka_1.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Aitor Karanka: 'I won't take risks with injuries'
Middlesbrough head coach Aitor Karanka says that he will not take any risks with injuries to his players over the upcoming Christmas period.Dec 13, 12:55
Cesar Azpilicueta signs new Chelsea deal
Chelsea announce that Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a new three-and-a-half year contract with the club.Dec 13, 12:37
Blackburn Rovers midfielder Ben Marshall ready to see out contract?
Blackburn Rovers midfielder Ben Marshall is reportedly prepared to see out his contract at Ewood Park, despite interest from other Championship clubs.Dec 13, 12:28
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F01%2Fjeff-smith.jpg "Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015")
Phil Taylor: 'Preparation is key ahead of World Championship'
Phil Taylor says that he will be "ready" to launch a bid to win a 17th world title at Alexandra Palace.Dec 13, 12:13
Curtis Davies: 'Tottenham Hotspur are Premier League title candidates'
Hull City defender Curtis Davies says that Tottenham Hotspur remain contenders for the Premier League title, despite slipping further behind Chelsea at the weekend. Dec 13, 11:56
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Txiki Begiristain: 'No plans for Manchester City to buy in January'
Manchester City football director Txiki Begiristain says that the club are not planning to enter the transfer market in January.Dec 13, 11:45
West Ham United, Liverpool target Sassuolo striker Gregoire Defrel?
Liverpool and West Ham United reportedly scout Sassuolo striker Gregoire Defrel ahead of a potential January bid.Dec 13, 11:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fbenik-afobe.jpg "Benik Afobe celebrates after the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 4, 2016")
Benik Afobe keen to build on netting first goal of the season
Bournemouth striker Benik Afobe says that he is hopeful of putting together a run of form after netting his first goal of the season at the weekend.Dec 13, 11:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fmesut-ozil_1.JPG "Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil in action during his side's Champions League clash with Ludogorets Razgrad at the Emirates Stadium on October 19, 2016")
David Miles: Mesut Ozil, Alexis Sanchez contract talks "looking pretty good"
Arsenal's general secretary David Miles suggests that the club have held positive negotiations over new deals with the likes of Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez.Dec 13, 10:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fmatteo-darmian.jpg "Matteo Darmian of Manchester United in action during their Premier League clash with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on November 6, 2016")
Matteo Darmian: 'I want to stay at Manchester United'
Manchester United defender Matteo Darmian says that he wants to remain at the club, despite reports linking him with a move away from Old Trafford.Dec 13, 10:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fsadio-mane_1.JPG "Liverpool forward Sadio Mane celebrates after scoring in his side's Premier League clash with Watford at Anfield on November 6, 2016")
Sadio Mane: 'Liverpool can't dwell on setbacks'
Liverpool attacker Sadio Mane says that his side cannot afford to dwell on their recent setbacks as they look to remain competitive in the Premier League title race.Dec 13, 10:28
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fyaya-toure.jpg "Yaya Toure in action during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester City on November 19, 2016")
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure receives 18-month ban for drink driving
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure maintains his innocence, despite not challenging a charge for drink driving and receiving an 18-month ban.Dec 13, 10:17
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