Theo Walcott with the match ball at the end of the match after scoring a hat trick against Newcastle on December 29, 2012
Theo Walcott: 'I will be a striker'
Arsenal winger Theo Walcott believes that his hat-trick in Saturday's 7-3 win over Newcastle should prove that he can play as a striker.
Dec 29, 19:54
Nottingham Forest manager Alex McLeish during the match against Crystal Palace on December 29, 2012
Alex McLeish impressed with battling Nottingham Forest
New Nottingham Forest boss Alex McLeish praises his side's fighting spirit as they earned a late 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Dec 29, 19:41
Royals boss Brian McDermott before kickoff on December 22, 2012
Brian McDermott "very pleased" with Reading win
Reading boss Brian McDermott is delighted with his team's 1-0 victory over West Ham United in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 29, 19:28
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez celebrates his team's goal on December 29, 2012
Roberto Martinez praises "first-class" Wigan Athletic
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez heaps praise on his players following Saturday's 3-0 victory at Aston Villa.
Dec 29, 18:58
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline on December 29, 2012
Paul Lambert understands fans' anger
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert insists that he understands the frustration of fans following Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Wigan Athletic.
Dec 29, 18:44
Robin Van Persie celebrates after scoring his team's second goal on December 29, 2012
Match Analysis: Manchester United 2-0 West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Manchester United's 2-0 win over West Brom in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 29, 17:22
Ashley Young gets past the West Brom defence on December 29, 2012
Live Commentary: Manchester United 2-0 West Bromwich Albion - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute report of Manchester United's 2-0 victory over West Brom in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 29, 13:58
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers barks the orders on December 9, 2012
Brendan Rodgers wants more consistency
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers wants more consistency from his players for the second half of the season.
Dec 29, 13:39
Saracens' David Strettle celebrates after scoring his try on December 16, 2012
Preview:Saracens vs. Northampton Saints
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Aviva Premiership encounter between Saracens and Northampton at Stadium MK.
Dec 29, 13:27
Sale Sharks coach John Mitchell on December 23, 2012
John Mitchell leaves Sale Sharks
John Mitchell leaves his role as coach of Sale Sharks after one month in charge.
Dec 29, 13:00
Everton manager David Moyes instructs his players on the touchline whilst Wigan's Roberto Martinez does the same next to him on December 26, 2012
David Moyes impressed with Everton attitude
Everton boss David Moyes praises his team's attitude as they beat Wigan 2-1 in the Premier League on Boxing Day.
Dec 26, 18:00
Royals boss Brian McDermott before kickoff on December 22, 2012
Brian McDermott happy with draw
Reading boss Brian McDermott is pleased with his side's goalless draw against Swansea in the Premier League.
Dec 26, 17:41
Adam Johnson celebrates scoring for Sunderland
Match Analysis: Sunderland 1-0 Manchester City
Sports Mole takes a close look at Manchester City's defeat to Sunderland in the Premier League on Boxing Day.
Dec 26, 17:25
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill chats with City manager Roberto Mancini on Boxing Day 2012
Live Commentary: Sunderland 1-0 Manchester City - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute report of champions Manchester City's 1-0 defeat at Sunderland in the Premier League on Boxing Day.
Dec 26, 13:59
Kolo Toure
Kolo Toure hails Manchester City belief
Manchester City defender Kolo Toure hails the team's belief following Saturday's late win over Reading.
Dec 24, 01:57
Villa boss Paul Lambert appeals during the game with Stoke on December 8, 2012
Paul Lambert wants Aston Villa response
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert tells his players to pick themselves up following Sunday's 8-0 defeat at Chelsea.
Dec 24, 01:42
Daniel Sturridge
Manchester City to get Daniel Sturridge cut
Manchester City are expected to earn a percentage of Daniel Sturridge's £12m transfer fee ahead of the Chelsea striker's proposed move to Liverpool.
Dec 24, 01:24
Steven Gerrard
Brendan Rodgers eager for Steve Gerrard stay
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers reveals that he wants Steven Gerrard to sign a contract extension at Anfield.
Dec 24, 01:10
Gary Cahill celebrates scoring Chelsea's second
Gary Cahill talks up Chelsea title chances
Gary Cahill believes that Chelsea can still win the Premier League title following Sunday's 8-0 victory over Aston Villa.
Dec 24, 00:56
Scott Sinclair
Everton eager for Scott Sinclair loan?
Everton are understood to be interested in a loan move for Manchester City winger Scott Sinclair.
Dec 24, 00:39
London Olympic Stadium
Queen to pay Olympics tribute in Christmas speech
The Queen pays tribute to Great Britain's Olympic and Paralympic athletes during this year's Christmas speech.
Dec 24, 00:24
Will Buckley
Southampton eye Will Buckley move?
Southampton are reportedly weighing up a £2m January bid for Brighton winger Will Buckley.
Dec 24, 00:12
Arsene Wenger wearing his ridiculous coat on November 17, 2012
Arsene Wenger wants level heads
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger wants his players to remain focused following their recent winning form in the Premier League.
Dec 24, 00:01
Tottenham Hotspur's Andre Villas-Boas on the touchline on December 16, 2012
Andre Villas-Boas: 'We can finish top four'
Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas still believes that his side can finish in the top four, despite Saturday's draw with Stoke.
Dec 23, 23:47
Cheick Tiote, Patrice Evra
Cheik Tiote not worried by ban
Newcastle United midfielder Cheik Tiote believes that the squad can cope with his suspension for their Boxing Day clash with Manchester United.
Dec 23, 23:35
Arsenal's Santi Cazorla celebrates his hat-trick against Reading December 17, 2012
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out its Premier League team of the week.
Dec 23, 23:25
Andre Ayew
Marseille edge past Saint-Etienne
Marseille move level on points with Ligue 1 leaders PSG as they beat Saint-Etienne 1-0 at the Stade Velodrome.
Dec 23, 21:53
Daniel Sturridge
Rafael Benitez: 'Daniel Sturridge nearing Chelsea exit'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez claims that Daniel Sturridge should soon be completing a £12m move to Liverpool.
Dec 23, 21:42
The Liberty Stadium
South Wales Police appeal for flare witnesses at Liberty Stadium
South Wales Police appeal for witnesses after a flare was set off during Sunday's draw between Swansea and Manchester United at the Liberty Stadium.
Dec 23, 21:32
Frank Lampard fires in Chelsea's fourth against Aston Villa on December 23, 2012
Frank Lampard "proud" of goals record
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard says that he is "proud" to have become the club's leading goalscorer in the top flight.
Dec 23, 21:12
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline at Norwich on December 11, 2012
Paul Lambert, Aston Villa, Norwich City agree contract settlement
Paul Lambert, Aston Villa and Norwich City resolve a contract dispute between the three parties.
Dec 23, 20:46
Dundee United manager Peter Houston on the touchline during the match against rivals Dundee on December 9, 2012
Peter Houston: 'The best team lost'
Dundee United boss Peter Houston claims that the better team lost as his side went down 2-1 at Hearts in the Scottish Premier League on Sunday.
Dec 23, 20:39
Hearts manager John McGlynn during the match against Celtic on November 28, 2012
John McGlynn delighted with Hearts triumph
Hearts boss John McGlynn admits that he is delighted with his side's climb up the SPL table following Sunday's win over Dundee United.
Dec 23, 20:23
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New Zealand level Twenty20 series with South Africa
An unbeaten century from Martin Guptill helps New Zealand level their Twenty20 series with South Africa in East London.
Dec 23, 20:12
Tottenham Hotspur's Andre Villas-Boas on the touchline on December 16, 2012
Andre Villas-Boas not looking for January signings
Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas reveals that he is not looking to add to his squad during the January transfer window.
Dec 23, 19:48
David Villa
Andoni Zubizarreta: 'David Villa staying at Barcelona'
Barcelona director of football Andoni Zubizarreta insists that the club will not allow David Villa to leave in January.
Dec 23, 19:29
Iker Casillas
Iker Casillas accepts Jose Mourinho snub
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas insists that he accepts coach Jose Mourinho's decision to drop him for Saturday's defeat to Malaga.
Dec 23, 19:17
United captain Nemanja Vidic returns to action versus Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Nemanja Vidic credits Swansea City display
Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic praises Swansea's performance following Sunday's 1-1 draw at the Liberty Stadium.
Dec 23, 19:02
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the match against Manchester City on November 25, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea can still improve'
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez believes that the team can still improve, despite their 8-0 hammering of Aston Villa on Sunday.
Dec 23, 18:49
Paul Lambert wrapped up in a coat before kickoff
Paul Lambert makes no excuses for Chelsea thrashing
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert makes no excuses following his side's 8-0 hammering at Chelsea on Sunday.
Dec 23, 18:33
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