John O'Shea
John O'Shea: 'Rio Ferdinand one of Manchester United's best'
With his testimonial match approaching, Rio Ferdinand receives praise from his former Manchester United teammate John O'Shea.
Aug 6, 13:29
Russell Martin celebrates after scoring his team's third goal on December 29, 2012
Norwich City fans want Russell Martin as captain
A newspaper poll shows that Russell Martin is the player that Norwich City supporters want to captain the team.
Aug 6, 13:16
Schalke's head coach Jens Keller during on the touchline during the match against Hannover on January 18, 2013
Season preview: Schalke 04
Sports Mole looks ahead to coming months in the Bundesliga for Jens Keller's Schalke 04.
Aug 6, 11:59
Sami Hyypia in the stands on February 6, 2012
Season preview: Bayer Leverkusen
Sports Mole previews Bayer Leverkusen's chances of muscling in on Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund's domination of the Bundesliga.
Aug 6, 11:25
Borussia Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp prior to kick-off against Real Madrid in the Champions League on April 30, 2013
Season preview: Borussia Dortmund
Sports Mole takes a look at Borussia Dortmund's prospects in the Bundesliga, which gets underway this weekend.
Aug 6, 10:24
Pep Guardiola
Season preview: Bayern Munich
Sports Mole looks ahead to Bayern Munich's chances in the Bundesliga under the guidance of Pep Guardiola.
Aug 6, 09:39
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
On this day: Chelsea swoop for Joe Cole, Juan Sebastian Veron
Ten years ago today, Chelsea signed midfielders Joe Cole and Juan Sebastian Veron for a combined £21.6m fee.
Aug 6, 08:47
Spurs' Gareth Bale celebrates his goal with Tom Huddlestone against Coventry on January 5, 2013
Cardiff City want Tom Huddlestone?
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tom Huddlestone is reportedly the subject of interest from newly-promoted Premier League club Cardiff City.
Aug 5, 15:55
Kevin-Prince Boateng
Kevin-Prince Boateng reveals Jurgen Klopp friendship
Kevin-Prince Boateng sparks speculation that he would like to join Borussia Dortmund by revealing that he is friends with Jurgen Klopp.
Aug 5, 15:34
Francesc Fabregas, Gerard Pique
Gerard Pique: 'Cesc Fabregas staying at Barcelona'
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique joins a growing list of people who insist that Cesc Fabregas will remain with the club.
Aug 5, 15:16
Diego Lugano
Diego Lugano: 'Luis Suarez convinced me to join West Bromwich Albion'
Uruguayan defender Diego Lugano reveals that Luis Suarez encouraged him to sign for West Bromwich Albion.
Aug 5, 15:01
Vincent Kompany
Vincent Kompany: 'Manchester United are favourites'
Vincent Kompany believes that Manchester United should be regarded as the favourites to win the Premier League title.
Aug 5, 14:46
Spurs striker Jermaine Defoe celebrates his opener against Aston Villa on December 26, 2012
West Bromwich Albion keen on Jermain Defoe?
Tottenham Hotspur striker Jermain Defoe emerges as a reported target of fellow Premier League side West Bromwich Albion.
Aug 5, 14:32
Nikica Jelavic celebrates his winning goal on December 9, 2012
Steven Naismith: 'Nikica Jelavic's confidence is back'
Steven Naismith believes that his Everton teammate Nikica Jelavic "has got a bit of confidence back" during pre-season.
Aug 5, 14:15
Nemanja Vidic watches the match between Serbia's Novak Djokovic and Czech Republic's Tomas Berdych on July 3, 2013
Nemanja Vidic returns to Manchester United squad
Nemanja Vidic overcomes sciatica to be part of the Manchester United squad that is heading for Sweden for a pre-season friendly against AIK Fotboll.
Aug 5, 14:03
Blackburn Rovers defender Martin Olsson on October 3, 2012
Chris Hughton: 'Martin Olsson gives Norwich City options'
Chris Hughton suggests that Martin Olsson will be played as a left winger for Norwich City next season.
Aug 5, 13:51
Darren Fletcher
Manchester United's Darren Fletcher unsure over return date
Darren Fletcher concedes that he is not sure when he will be able to play for Manchester United again.
Aug 5, 13:36
Wayne Rooney strikes again to score his second goal of the match against Reading on December 1, 2012
Wayne Rooney misses Manchester United's Sweden trip
Wayne Rooney will not travel to Sweden with his Manchester United teammates because of a shoulder injury.
Aug 5, 13:19
Millwall boss Kenny Jackett prior to kick off in the FA Cup semi final match against Wigan on April 13, 2013
Wolverhampton Wanderers trio doubtful for Morecambe clash
Injury is likely to force Wolverhampton Wanderers trio Richard Stearman, Dave Edwards and George Elokobi out of tomorrow's match against Morecambe.
Aug 5, 13:10
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Who will be next season's Premier League top goalscorer?
Sports Mole assesses five players who could become the Premier League's leading goalscorer next season.
Aug 5, 11:10
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring a free kick for Manchester United against Arsenal in 2009.
Video: Cristiano Ronaldo's top five Manchester United goals
Sports Mole looks back on five of Cristiano Ronaldo's best goals while playing for Manchester United.
Aug 5, 09:56
Thomas Hitzlsperger
On this day: Aston Villa sign Thomas Hitzlsperger
Thirteen years ago today, Aston Villa sealed the signing of Thomas Hitzlsperger from Bayern Munich.
Aug 5, 08:48
A general view of Old Trafford Cricket Club taken April 30, 2010
Bad light stops play at Old Trafford
England and Australia are forced off the Old Trafford pitch because of darkening conditions in Manchester.
Aug 4, 15:58
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
St Johnstone see off Hearts
Stevie May scores the only goal of the game as St Johnstone overcome the challenge of Hearts.
Aug 4, 15:52
Robbie Fowler
Robbie Fowler: 'Retirement is likely'
Former Liverpool centre-forward Robbie Fowler reveals that he is close to calling time on his playing career.
Aug 4, 15:25
Auxerre's Yaya Sanogo during his side's match against St Etienne on October 1, 2011
Team News: Yaya Sanogo starts for Arsenal
Youngster Yaya Sanogo starts up front for Arsenal against Galatasaray in the Emirates Cup.
Aug 4, 15:11
Tim Bresnan
England claim four afternoon wickets
England claim four Australian wickets in the afternoon to bring themselves back into contention in the third Ashes Test in Manchester.
Aug 4, 14:58
Aston Villa's Christian Benteke and Luton Town's Solomon Taiwo battle for the ball during a friendly match on July 23, 2013
Christian Benteke scores in Aston Villa win
Aston Villa overcome Shamrock Rovers thanks to goals by Andreas Weimann and Christian Benteke.
Aug 4, 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
Porto overcome Napoli
Rafael Benitez's Napoli fall to a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Portuguese side Porto.
Aug 4, 14:47
Dundee United's Johnny Russell and St Mirren's Paul Dummet battle for the ball on December 30, 2012
Team News: Johnny Russell makes Derby County debut
Scottish striker Johnny Russell will make his debut for Derby County against Blackburn Rovers today.
Aug 4, 14:20
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
Motherwell claim late win at Hibernian
Henri Anier scores late on to give Motherwell a 1-0 victory over Hibernian away from home.
Aug 4, 14:08
Norwich manager Chris Hughton before his side's match against Sunderland on March 17, 2013
Chris Hughton explains Norwich City departures
Chris Hughton admits that Andrew Surman and Leon Barnett left Norwich City to gain regular football elsewhere.
Aug 4, 13:55
Wolverhampton Wanderers' Stephen Hunt on January 7, 2012
Stephen Hunt turns down French club?
A report claims that former Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Stephen Hunt is not keen to join Valenciennes.
Aug 4, 13:38
Athletico striker Diego Costa, when playing for Real Valladolid on August 7, 2009
In profile: Reported Liverpool target Diego Costa
Sports Mole takes a closer look at reported Liverpool transfer target Diego Costa.
Aug 4, 13:18
Pepe
Pepe plays down Real Madrid exit
Reported Manchester City target Pepe claims that he is keen to remain with Real Madrid.
Aug 4, 10:37
West Ham's Alou Diarra in action on January 5, 2013
Hull City want Alou Diarra, Stephane Mbia?
Midfielders Alou Diarra and Stephane Mbia emerge as transfer targets for Premier League outfit Hull City.
Aug 4, 09:50
Barnsley's John Stones on August 28, 2012
Report: Roberto Martinez to keep John Stones
A report suggests that Everton boss Roberto Martinez is planning to reject any loan bids for young defender John Stones.
Aug 4, 09:34
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
Wigan Athletic chase Emmanuel Mayuka?
Owen Coyle is reportedly eager to add Southampton striker Emmanuel Mayuka to his Wigan Athletic squad.
Aug 4, 09:27
Oussama Assaidi of Liverpool during their match with Young Boys on 22 November, 2012
Queens Park Rangers want Liverpool's Oussama Assaidi?
Liverpool are reportedly prepared to loan winger Oussama Assaidi out to Queens Park Rangers.
Aug 4, 09:13
Sean Dyche is unveiled as the new manager of Burnley
Burnley target Clayton Donaldson?
A report claims that Brentford striker Clayton Donaldson is a transfer target of Championship side Burnley.
Aug 4, 09:03
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