Hammers chairman David Gold at Upton Park on September 25, 2012
David Gold delighted with Andy Carroll, Stewart Downing fees
West Ham United co-owner David Gold describes the signings of Andy Carroll and Stewart Downing for a combined £20m as "fabulous business" for the club.
Aug 13, 16:33
Stiliyan Petrov
Stiliyan Petrov asks to end applause tribute
Former Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov asks fans to stop their 19th-minute tribute to him following his successful battle against leukaemia.
Aug 13, 16:16
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
Giovanni Trapattoni names strong Republic of Ireland side
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni names a strong starting XI for Wednesday's friendly against Wales in Cardiff.
Aug 13, 16:02
Celtic captain Scott Brown during a game on February 22, 2013
Scott Brown excited by England friendly
Scotland captain Scott Brown admits that he is relishing the prospect of leading the team out at Wembley Stadium against England on Wednesday.
Aug 13, 15:48
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
Chris Coleman: 'Gareth Bale can handle Real Madrid move'
Wales boss Chris Coleman is confident that Gareth Bale would be able to handle playing for Real Madrid.
Aug 13, 15:33
FC Barcelona's Marc Bartra before the match against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Tottenham Hotspur show Marc Bartra interest?
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly show an interest in signing Barcelona defender Marc Bartra on a loan deal.
Aug 13, 15:18
Paris Saint-Germain's Clement Chantome and Valencia's Aly Cissokho battle for the ball on March 6, 2013
Sunderland close in on Aly Cissokho?
Sunderland are reported to be closing in on a move for Valencia defender Aly Cissokho.
Aug 13, 15:06
Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini gestures during his side's Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund on April 3, 2013
Season preview: Manchester City
Sports Mole takes a look at Manchester City and their chances ahead of the new Premier League season.
Aug 13, 15:02
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
Al Nasr end Peter Odemwingie interest?
Dubai-based club Al Nasr reportedly end their interest in signing West Bromwich Albion striker Peter Odemwingie.
Aug 13, 14:48
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
Paul Lambert calls for patience at Aston Villa
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert calls for patience from fans ahead of the new Premier League season.
Aug 13, 14:36
Cheik Tiote
Cheick Tiote aiming for European qualification
Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote is confident that the club can qualify for Europe this season.
Aug 13, 14:21
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Graeme Souness: 'Liverpool must act on Luis Suarez'
Former Liverpool captain Graeme Souness believes that the club must act quickly to resolve the Luis Suarez transfer saga.
Aug 13, 14:13
Hull boss Steve Bruce gives the thumbs up prior to kick off in the match against Ipswich on April 13, 2013
Season preview: Hull City
Sports Mole sizes up Hull City ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
Aug 13, 13:00
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez celebrates scoring his first goal against Sunderland on January 2, 2013
Bob Wilson: 'Arsenal need marquee signing'
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Bob Wilson believes that the arrival of a big-name player at the club will help them win the Premier League title this season.
Aug 13, 12:53
Fulham midfielder Eyong Enoh in action against Newcastle on April 7, 2013
Agent: 'Fulham in Eyong Enoh talks'
Fulham hold talks with Ajax midfielder Eyong Enoh over a permanent deal, according to the player's agent.
Aug 13, 12:34
Porto's Christian Atsu celebrates scoring the opener during the match against Beira-Mar on February 15, 2013
Tottenham Hotspur back in for Christian Atsu?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly back in the market for Porto winger Christian Atsu.
Aug 13, 12:14
Luis Suarez gives the thumbs up after scoring his second goal against QPR on December 30, 2012
1pm Transfer Talk Update: Luis Suarez, Geoffrey Kondogbia, Stewart Downing
Sports Mole checks out the latest news and gossip from the summer transfer window.
Aug 13, 12:00
Stewart Downing celebrates scoring for Liverpool
West Ham United confirm Stewart Downing arrival
West Ham United confirm the signing of Stewart Downing from Liverpool on a four-year deal.
Aug 13, 11:16
Shakhtar Donetsk's Razvan Rat in action on November 7, 2012
West Ham United's Razvan Rat eager for winning start
West Ham United summer signing Razvan Rat reveals that they are keen to get their Premier League campaign off to winning start against Cardiff City on Saturday.
Aug 13, 11:16
Wigan Athletic manager Roberto Martinez during the match with Swansea City on May 7, 2013
Season preview: Everton
Ahead of the new Premier League season, Sports Mole assesses Everton and their chances.
Aug 13, 11:03
Modibo Maiga
Saint-Etienne confirm Modibo Maiga interest
Saint-Etienne president Roland Romeyer confirms that the French club is considering a move for West Ham United striker Modibo Maiga.
Aug 13, 11:02
Younes Kaboul
Younes Kaboul thanks fans after comeback
Tottenham Hotspur defender Younes Kaboul thanks the club's fans following his return from a serious knee injury on the weekend.
Aug 13, 10:44
Fulham's Giorgos Karagounis celebrates his equaliser against Blackpool on January 5, 2013
Georgios Karagounis happy to be role model at Fulham
Fulham midfielder Georgios Karagounis insists that he is happy to be a role model to younger players at the club.
Aug 13, 10:32
Alejandro Faurlin
Kevin Bond hopeful over Alejandro Faurlin fitness
QPR assistant coach Kevin Bond is confident that Alejandro Faurlin will return to fitness for this weekend's Championship encounter with Ipswich Town.
Aug 13, 10:18
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
Petr Cech: 'Chelsea in positive spirits'
Petr Cech reveals that there is a "happy" feeling at Chelsea ahead of the new Premier League season.
Aug 13, 10:06
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Australia collapse hands England Ashes win
England take nine wickets in the final session of the day to secure victory in the fourth Ashes Test and win the series outright.
Aug 12, 18:43
Bayern Munich's Luiz Gustavo in action on April 23, 2013
7pm Transfer Talk Update: Luiz Gustavo, Bafetimbi Gomis, Lorenzo Insigne
Sports Mole pores over the latest news and gossip from the summer transfer window.
Aug 12, 18:00
Liverpool's Stewart Downing scores for his side in their game against Wigan on March 2, 2013
Tony Cottee: 'Stewart Downing move could be great'
Former West Ham striker Tony Cottee believes that the potential arrival of Stewart Downing from Liverpool could be a "really good buy" for the club.
Aug 12, 17:14
Barnsley boss David Flitcroft on the touchline during a game with Cardiff on April 9, 2013
David Flitcroft hints at striker arrival
Barnsley boss David Flitcroft suggests that he is nearing a move for a new striker.
Aug 12, 17:02
Tom Naylor
Tom Naylor completes Newport County loan
Derby County defender Tom Naylor signs a short-term loan deal with League Two club Newport County.
Aug 12, 16:47
Gareth Bale scores a brace
Gareth Bale ruled out for Wales
Gareth Bale misses Wales's friendly against the Republic of Ireland on Wednesday.
Aug 12, 16:32
Cristiano Ronaldo warming up for Portugal
Preview:Portugal vs. Netherlands
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly in the Algarve between European heavyweights Portugal and the Netherlands.
Aug 12, 16:22
Lee Westwood
Lee Westwood apologises for Twitter rant
Golfer Lee Westwood says sorry following a rant on social networking site Twitter.
Aug 12, 16:00
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Australia make quick progress at tea
Australia close in on their target of 299 at tea on day four of the fourth Ashes Test against England in Durham.
Aug 12, 15:48
Clint Hill
Clint Hill praises Queens Park Rangers unity
QPR captain Clint Hill praises the unity of the current squad following their unbeaten start to the Championship season.
Aug 12, 15:23
Lyon forward Bafetimbi Gomis celebrates a goal against Valenciennes on January 25, 2013
Newcastle United cool Bafetimbi Gomis interest?
Newcastle United are understood to have pulled out of a move for Lyon striker Bafetimbi Gomis.
Aug 12, 15:10
Nigeria's Emmanuel Emenike takes a free kick to score the opening goal of the match against Ivory Coast on February 3, 2013
Emmanuel Emenike makes Fenerbahce return
Fenerbahce complete the signing of striker Emmanuel Emenike from Spartak Moscow.
Aug 12, 14:55
Brazil's Paulo Paulinho is congratulated by team mates after scoring his team's second goal against England during a friendly match on June 2, 2013
Preview:Switzerland vs. Brazil
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wednesday's friendly between Brazil and Switzerland in Basel.
Aug 12, 14:46
Michael O'Neill
Preview:Northern Ireland vs. Russia
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's World Cup qualifier as Northern Ireland host Russia in Group F.
Aug 12, 14:33
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Season preview: Chelsea
Sports Mole considers Chelsea's chances for the new Premier League season.
Aug 12, 14:00
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