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/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")
Northern Ireland Under-21s succumb to narrow defeat in Slovakia
Northern Ireland Under-21s slip to their first defeat in Euro 2019 qualifying as Slovakia Under-21s claim a 1-0 win in Tuesday's Group Two match in Senica.Sep 5, 22:05
Martin O'Neill "proud" of players despite Republic of Ireland loss to Serbia
Martin O'Neill is proud of his Republic of Ireland charges despite their World Cup qualifying hopes suffering a huge setback with a 1-0 loss to Serbia on Tuesday.Sep 5, 21:57
Chris Coleman: 'Everything to play for in final World Cup qualifiers'
Chris Coleman says there is "everything to play for" as Wales's 2-0 win over Moldova puts them second in their World Cup qualifying group with two fixtures left.Sep 5, 21:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Faidy-boothroyd.jpg "Interim England Under-21s manager Aidy Boothroyd sings the national anthem before his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s at St Mary's Stadium on November 10, 2016")
England Under-21s impress in easy victory over Latvia Under-21s
England Under-21s secure a first win of their Euro 2019 qualifying campaign as they put three unanswered goals past Latvia Under-21s in Bournemouth.Sep 5, 21:24
Oliver Burke on target as Scotland Under-21s beat Netherlands Under-21s
Oliver Burke is on target as Scotland open their Under-21 Euro 2019 qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win over the Netherlands in Paisley.Sep 5, 21:06
Wales Under-21s undone by Portugal Under-21s
Wales Under-21s slip to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of an experienced Portugal Under-21s outfit in Tuesday's European Championship qualifying match in Chaves.Sep 5, 20:43
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Eddie Jones: 'Pep Guardiola made me a better coach'
England head coach Eddie Jones speaks of how he became a better coach after watching one of Pep Guardiola's training sessions at Bayern Munich.Sep 5, 20:24
Report: Hull City interested in free agents Joe Ledley, Sebastian Bassong
Hull City manager Leonid Slutsky is reportedly hoping to sign free agents Joe Ledley and Sebastien Bassong.Sep 5, 20:09
Michael O'Neill: 'Playoff opponents will want to avoid Northern Ireland'
Michael O'Neill believes that teams which qualify for the World Cup playoffs will want to avoid Northern Ireland.Sep 5, 19:57
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Shaun Harvey defends Beijing-based EFL Cup third-round draw
EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey stands up for the decision to stage the draw for the third round of the EFL Cup in Beijing at 4.15am BST.Sep 5, 19:32
EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey expects summer transfer window "improvement"
EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey believes that there "will be an improvement" to the summer transfer window as discussions are underway over a potential early closure.Sep 5, 19:20
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink eager to embark on Northampton Town journey
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink wants to take his Northampton Town side on a journey and for his players to come on board and play with "joy" and "smiles on the faces".Sep 5, 19:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Falexis-sanchez_1.jpg "Alexis Sanchez prays during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017")
Alexis Sanchez named in Arsenal Europa League squad
Alexis Sanchez is included in Arsenal's squad for this season's Europa League campaign alongside Jack Wilshere and Mathieu Debuchy.Sep 5, 18:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F51%2Fross-barkley.jpg "Ross Barkley in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Liverpool on December 19, 2016")
Ross Barkley included in Everton Europa League squad
Everton midfielder Ross Barkley is included in the Toffees' Europa League squad for the group stage amid uncertainty over his future and concerns over his fitness.Sep 5, 18:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F02%2Fmarcus-rashford.JPG "Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford in action during his side's FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017")
Andy Cole: 'Marcus Rashford could become a world beater'
Former Manchester United striker Andy Cole believes that Marcus Rashford has the quality and all the right attributes to become a global star.Sep 5, 18:15
Team News: Three changes for Wales ahead of Moldova clash
Wales manager Chris Coleman makes three changes to his side ahead of Tuesday's World Cup qualifier in Moldova.Sep 5, 17:54
Report: Chelsea considering £50m contract breach lawsuit against Diego Costa
Chelsea are reportedly planning to launch a £50m lawsuit against wantaway player Diego Costa for breach of contract should he refuse to return to Stamford Bridge.Sep 3, 18:29
Report: Rafael Benitez faced with £5m bill to leave Newcastle United
Rafael Benitez would reportedly have to pay Newcastle United £5m in compensation were he to walk away from his role as manager.Sep 3, 18:18
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Haydn Porteous secures two-shot victory at Czech Masters
South Africa's Haydn Porteous wins his second European Tour title with a two-stroke victory in the Czech Masters at the Albatross Golf Resort in Prague.Sep 3, 17:53
Gordon Strachan hails Scotland recovery in World Cup qualifying
Gordon Strachan believes that Scotland have taken themselves out of a "bad place" in the battle for World Cup qualification.Sep 3, 17:37
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Report: Premier League to consider Saturday night kickoffs
The Premier League will reportedly discuss the introduction of Saturday night games with a kickoff time of 7.45pm.Sep 3, 17:20
Michael O'Neill: 'Current Northern Ireland squad one of best in nation's history'
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill believes that the current international squad is one of the greatest that the nation has ever produced.Sep 3, 17:02
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Carlos Carvalhal happy with Sheffield Wednesday summer transfer business
Carlos Carvalhal says that he is satisfied with Sheffield Wednesday's business during the summer transfer window.Sep 3, 16:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Falexis-sanchez_2.jpg "Alexis Sanchez hides his face in shame during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal on August 27, 2017")
Report: Real Madrid rejected Alexis Sanchez on transfer deadline day
Alexis Sanchez was reportedly offered to Real Madrid on transfer deadline day, only for Zinedine Zidane to reject the Arsenal and Chile forward.Sep 3, 16:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F34%2Fronald-koeman-wayne-rooney.jpg "Ronald Koeman chats to Wayne Rooney during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on August 21, 2017")
Report: Wayne Rooney to enter crisis talks with Everton boss Ronald Koeman
Wayne Rooney will reportedly be having crisis talks with Everton manager Ronald Koeman in the coming days.Sep 3, 16:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fben-woodburn.jpg "Wales forward Ben Woodburn scores on his international debut against Austria at the Principality Stadium on September 2, 2017")
Chris Coleman: 'Ben Woodburn has made good start to his career'
Wales boss Chris Coleman thinks that Ben Woodburn has made a "good start" to his career and can become a "great player", but is wary of putting too much pressure on him.Sep 3, 16:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fgareth-southgate_1.jpg "England Under-21s manager Gareth Southgate looks on during his side's match against Croatia Under-21 on October 10, 2014")
Gareth Southgate urges Wembley crowd to get behind England against Slovakia
Gareth Southgate is eager for the England fans at Wembley Stadium to fully get behind their nation in Monday's crucial World Cup Group F qualifier with Slovakia.Sep 3, 15:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fjordan-henderson.JPG "England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's World Cup qualifier against Scotland at Wembley on November 11, 2016")
Gareth Southgate: 'Jordan Henderson will captain England against Slovakia'
Gareth Southgate reveals that Jordan Henderson will captain England for the World Cup qualifier against Slovakia at Wembley Stadium on Monday night.Sep 3, 15:29
Jurgen Klopp: 'Philippe Coutinho stay is exactly what Liverpool wanted'
Jurgen Klopp admits that Liverpool got 'exactly the situation they wanted' after Philippe Coutinho stayed with the club despite interest from Barcelona.Sep 3, 15:14
Emmanuel Petit: 'Arsenal players must stop acting like babies and kids'
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes that the current crop of Gunners players should stop acting like "babies and kids".Sep 3, 11:29
Report: Kylian Mbappe scuppered Cristiano Ronaldo return to Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo was not allowed to rejoin Manchester United this summer due to Kylian Mbappe's refusal to replace him at Real Madrid, according to reports.Sep 3, 11:09
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F34%2Feric-dier.jpg "Eric Dier and his new haircut in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017")
Eric Dier: 'Don't blame footballers for high sums circulating within game'
Eric Dier believes that the general public should not resent footballers for the astronomical sums of money circulating around the game as it is not their fault.Sep 3, 10:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F35%2Fthomas-lemar_1.jpg "Thomas Lemar in action during the World Cup qualifier between France and the Netherlands on August 31, 2017")
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal made Monaco €100m offer for Thomas Lemar'
Arsene Wenger reveals that Arsenal made a €100m (£92m) bid for Monaco midfielder Thomas Lemar in the summer, and will try again when the transfer window reopens.Sep 3, 10:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F16%2Fantoine-griezmann-atletico-madrid.JPG "Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann during the Champions League match against Leicester City on April 18, 2017")
Report: Atletico Madrid halve Antoine Griezmann buyout clause
Antoine Griezmann's buyout clause in his Atletico Madrid contract has reportedly been halved to €100m (£92m).Sep 3, 10:21
Report: Everton made late attempt to sign Benfica striker Raul Jimenez on loan
Everton reportedly made a last-ditch attempt to sign Benfica striker Raul Jimenez on loan before the closure of the summer transfer window.Sep 3, 10:05
Wayne Rooney not considering England playing return
Wayne Rooney says that his mind is made up on his England playing retirement, but would not rule out a role as coach or even manager in future.Sep 3, 09:45
Barcelona 'hopeful of offloading Arda Turan before Turkish window closure'
Barcelona are reportedly optimistic of offloading Arda Turan to Galatasaray before the closure of the Turkish transfer window next week.Sep 3, 09:31
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F32%2Fromelu-lukaku.jpg "Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring the second during the Premier League game between Manchester United and West Ham United on August 13, 2017")
Wayne Rooney: 'Romelu Lukaku perfect player for current Manchester United side'
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney believes that new Red Devils striker Romelu Lukaku is the perfect match for their current team.Sep 3, 09:14
Report: Riyad Mahrez tried to clinch Manchester United move
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez's exit from the Algeria training camp reportedly saw him fly to Manchester to try to secure a move to Manchester United.Sep 3, 09:03
Report: Atletico Madrid urge Diego Costa to return to Chelsea
Atletico Madrid reportedly urge Diego Costa to return to Chelsea after failing to sign the wantaway striker this summer.Sep 3, 08:48
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