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Steven Gerrard: 'Stoke City win measure of Liverpool's improvement'
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes that the character they showed in beating Stoke City shows their improvement under Brendan Rodgers.Jan 14, 02:03
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Wozniacki strolls through to Australian Open second round in two sets
World-number-10 Caroline Wozniacki cruises into the second round of the Australian Open with a 6-0 6-2 thumping of Spaniard Lourdes Dominguez Lino in Melbourne.Jan 14, 01:45
Tim Sherwood tips Andros Townsend for World Cup spot
Tottenham Hotspur boss Tim Sherwood feels that winger Andros Townsend has the ability to return from injury and play his way firmly into England's World Cup squad.Jan 14, 01:24
Jan Vertonghen 'couple of days' away from return
Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen reveals that he is "a couple of days" away from returning to full fitness following over a month out with an ankle injury.Jan 14, 01:04
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Leigh Halfpenny wins Rugby Union Writers' Club award
Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Leigh Halfpenny picks up another individual prize as the Rugby Union Writers' Club name him Player of the Year for 2013.Jan 14, 00:40
Nemanja Matic open to talks over Chelsea return
Benfica midfielder Nemanja Matic suggests that he would talk to Chelsea about a return to Stamford Bridge amid rumours that a £20m bid has been launched by the Blues.Jan 14, 00:28
Paul Lambert: Nathan Baker "okay" after concussion
Paul Lambert confirms that Nathan Baker is "okay" after suffering a concussion in Aston Villa's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal.Jan 14, 00:08
Arsene Wenger: 'It was a fighting performance'
Arsene Wenger praises both the footballing and battling qualities that top-of-the-table Arsenal displayed in their 2-1 victory over Aston Villa in the West Midlands.Jan 13, 23:48
Paul Lambert confirms planned reunion with Grant Holt
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert confirms that he is interested in signing his former striker and captain at Norwich City, Grant Holt, on loan from Wigan Athletic.Jan 13, 23:30
Jack Wilshere: 'Important to regain top spot'
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere insists that it is important to be top, even at this stage in the season, after they beat Aston Villa on Monday.Jan 13, 23:14
Carlos Queiroz positive David Moyes will come good
Former Manchester United assistant manager Carlos Queiroz insists that David Moyes will prove to be a successful appointment.Jan 12, 12:02
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Sri Lanka cruise to nine-wicket win over Pakistan
Half-centuries from opening pair Dimuth Karunaratne and Kaushal Silva help Sri Lanka cruise to a nine-wicket win over Pakistan in the second Test in Dubai.Jan 12, 11:48
Australia continue dominance of England
Australia continue their dominance of England with a comfortable six-wicket victory in the ODI series opener in Melbourne.Jan 12, 11:16
Phil Jagielka praises Everton squad depth
Phil Jagielka believes that Everton's 2-0 victory over Norwich City, which came without several key players, demonstrates the Toffees' squad depth.Jan 12, 11:04
Diego Simeone delighted to restrict Barcelona to goalless draw
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says that his team had a game plan to restrict Barcelona in their 0-0 draw.Jan 12, 10:39
Gerardo Martino defends benching Lionel Messi, Neymar
Barcelona manager Gerardo Martino insists that he made the right decision in leaving both Lionel Messi and Neymar on the bench against Atletico Madrid.Jan 12, 10:18
Andy Carroll 'wants to forget injury nightmare'
West Ham United's record signing Andy Carroll wants to put his injury "nightmare" behind him after making his first appearance of the season in the 2-0 win over Cardiff City.Jan 12, 09:59
Pat Rafter announces shock comeback in Australian Open doubles
Two-time Grand Slam champion Pat Rafter announces his shock return to professional tennis as Lleyton Hewitt's doubles partner at the Australian Open.Jan 12, 09:39
Bernard Tomic: 'Rafael Nadal upset is possible'
Bernard Tomic hopes to take his form from Sydney last week into the Australian Open first round and cause a shock by beating Rafael Nadal.Jan 12, 09:18
Match Analysis: Southampton 1-0 West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole looks back on Southampton's 1-0 victory over West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's Stadium.Jan 11, 17:55
Live Commentary: Southampton 1-0 West Bromwich Albion - as it happened
Read how Southampton inflicted a 1-0 defeat on West Bromwich Albion in Keith Downing's last game in caretaker charge, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage.Jan 11, 14:05
Preview:Manchester United vs. Swansea City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Man United and Swansea City at Old Trafford, with the Red Devils looking to avoid a fourth straight loss.Jan 9, 18:35
Preview:Southampton vs. West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole previews the Premier League match between out-of-form Southampton and still managerless West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's Stadium.Jan 9, 17:50
Preview:Cardiff City vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between relegation rivals Cardiff and West Ham as two managers in contrasting situations go head to head in Wales.Jan 9, 17:02
Preview:Fulham vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the bottom-of-the-table Premier League clash between Fulham and Capital One Cup semi-finalists Sunderland at Craven Cottage.Jan 9, 16:15
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. Crystal Palace
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Spurs and Crystal Palace, who have both changed managers since their meeting on the season's opening day.Jan 9, 15:35
Preview:Everton vs. Norwich City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Everton and Norwich at Goodison Park, where the hosts will leapfrog Liverpool into fourth with victory.Jan 9, 15:00
Preview:Hull City vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Hull City and Chelsea at the KC Stadium, where victory will send the Blues top.Jan 9, 14:25
Angelique Kerber overcomes Kaia Kanepi in Sydney
Angelique Kerber progresses into the second round of the Apia International Sydney by beating Estonian Kaia Kanepi in straight sets.Jan 7, 01:58
Inter Milan 'never interested in Pablo Osvaldo'
Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio rules out making a January approach for Southampton striker Pablo Osvaldo.Jan 7, 01:34
Inter Milan to keep Fredy Guarin despite Chelsea interest
Inter Milan reveal that Fredy Guarin will remain with the club, but admit that discussions with Chelsea did take place.Jan 7, 01:18
Anders Lindegaard not looking for Manchester United exit
Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard understands why he is playing back-up to David de Gea and is not looking to leave Old Trafford.Jan 7, 00:52
Gareth Barry: Ross Barkley "absolutely nailed on" for World Cup spot
Gareth Barry feels that his Everton teammate Ross Barkley should be "absolutely nailed on" for a place in Roy Hodgson's England squad the World Cup.Jan 7, 00:32
West Ham United co-owners back under-fire Sam Allardyce
West Ham United's co-owners release a statement stressing their support for manager Sam Allardyce.Jan 7, 00:08
West Ham United confirm Roger Johnson loan
West Ham United confirm the signing of Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Roger Johnson on a loan deal until the end of the season.Jan 6, 23:50
Kevin Pietersen wants 2015 Ashes involvement
Kevin Pietersen reveals that he wants to continue to play for England until at least the 2015 Ashes series.Jan 6, 23:33
Chris Hargreaves returns to Torquay United as manager
League Two strugglers Torquay United confirm the appointment of former captain Chris Hargreaves as their new manager.Jan 6, 23:15
Alastair Cook: 'Only Stuart Broad, Ben Stokes have delivered'
England captain Alastair Cook admits that only Ben Stokes and Stuart Broad performed to their potential in the 5-0 Ashes series whitewash by Australia.Jan 5, 11:53
Team News: Sam Allardyce names four West Ham United debutants
Sam Allardyce hands full debuts to four youngsters for West Ham's FA Cup third-round trip to Nottingham Forest, who make two changes for the match at the City Ground.Jan 5, 11:24
Michael Clarke: 'Ashes whitewash is extremely special'
Michael Clarke heaps praise on "the best bowling attack in the world" for inspiring Australia to an "extremely special" 5-0 Ashes whitewash over England.Jan 5, 11:04
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