Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles during the match against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Rafael Benitez denies Real Madrid link
Chelsea's interim boss Rafael Benitez denies reports that he called Spanish champions Real Madrid his "sweetheart".
Feb 20, 15:23
Martin Skrtel and Robert Huth
Liverpool's Martin Skrtel to miss Zenit St Petersburg clash
A knee injury looks to have ruled Martin Skrtel out of Liverpool's home match against Zenit St Petersburg.
Feb 20, 15:08
Peter Waterfield and Tom Daley
Tom Daley looking for new diving partner
British diver Tom Daley reveals that he is keen to have a new diving partner for the 2016 Olympic Games.
Feb 20, 14:59
Lukas Podolski on the ground after missing a chance for Arsenal on November 21, 2012
Arsenal's Podolski "very upset" by Bayern Munich defeat
Lukas Podolski admits that Arsenal's 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League has left him "very upset".
Feb 20, 14:47
Stoke City player Jon Walters celebrates scoring his sides second goal in their FA Cup third round replay on January 15, 2015
Jonathan Walters unaware of Stoke City's poor away record
Stoke City centre-forward Jonathan Walters admits that he was unaware his side have won just once away from home in 22 outings.
Feb 20, 14:36
Real's Luka Modric lies on the turf in a game against Real Betis on November 24, 2012
Igor Stimac: 'We'll see the best of Luka Modric soon'
Igor Stimac says that Luka Modric will improve his performances for Real Madrid once he adapts to Spanish football.
Feb 20, 14:17
Phil Neville
Phil Neville focusing on Oldham Athletic
Phil Neville insists that Everton still have work to do against Oldham Athletic before they can think about the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Feb 20, 14:03
 Dean Saunders manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers during his teams match versus Blackburn Rovers on January 11, 2013
Dean Saunders: Relegation would be a "disaster"
Dean Saunders admits that he is concerned his Wolverhampton Wanderers side could be relegated this season.
Feb 20, 13:48
Frank Lampard celebrates scoring his second goal against Everton on December 30, 2012
Frank Lampard, Branislav Ivanovic rested for Sparta Prague match
Frank Lampard and Branislav Ivanovic are both given a rest for Chelsea's upcoming match against Sparta Prague.
Feb 20, 13:37
Neymar
Manchester City to lodge £50m Neymar bid?
A report claims that Manchester City are hoping to sign Santos and Brazil striker Neymar for £50m.
Feb 20, 13:24
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa
Gabriel Agbonlahor: 'Christian Benteke too good for Arsenal'
Gabriel Agbonlahor feels that Christian Benteke possesses the ability to play at the "top level".
Feb 20, 13:05
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer during his side's game against Arsenal on February 19, 2013
Manuel Neuer warns again complacency
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer says that his side still have job to do in the second leg against Arsenal.
Feb 20, 12:52
Dundee manager Barry Smith on the touchline during the match against rivals Dundee United on December 9, 2012
Dundee part company with Barry Smith
Bottom-of-the-table Dundee decide to relieve manager Barry Smith of his duties with immediate effect.
Feb 20, 12:40
West Brom striker Romelu Lukaku celebrates his penalty on November 24, 2012
Romelu Lukaku: 'West Bromwich Albion should aim for Europe'
Romelu Lukaku believes that West Bromwich Albion should be looking to qualify for European football.
Feb 20, 12:29
Carlos Edwards on March 3, 2012
Carlos Edwards: 'We gave Watford too much respect'
Carlos Edwards says that Ipswich Town were the makers of their own downfall against Watford last night.
Feb 20, 12:19
Pepe Reina
Pepe Reina: Next goal in Liverpool vs. Zenit St Petersburg is "vital"
Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina admits that his team need to score first against Zenit St Petersburg if they are to stand any chance of advancing in the Europa League.
Feb 20, 12:08
Bayern players celebrate after Toni Kroos gives them a 1-0 lead over Arsenal on February 19, 2013
Match Analysis: Arsenal 1-3 Bayern Munich
Sports Mole looks back over Arsenal's 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Feb 19, 21:47
Bayern's Thomas Muller scores the second against Arsenal on February 19, 2013
Live Commentary: Arsenal 1-3 Bayern Munich - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text updates as Arsenal meet Bayern Munich in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Feb 19, 18:45
Burnley striker Charlie Austin celebrates a goal against Derby on September 22, 2012
Charlie Austin: 'I'm more aggressive'
Burnley's Charlie Austin believes that he is more aggressive and a better player ever since Sean Dyche became the club's manager.
Feb 19, 18:26
Braga's Ismaily in action against CFR Cluj on November 21, 2012
Shakhtar Donetsk recruit Ismaily
Brazilian defender Ismaily signs a five-year contract with Shakhtar Donetsk.
Feb 19, 18:08
Carles Puyol
Carles Puyol: Treble will be "difficult"
Carles Puyol attempts to play down Barcelona's chance of winning the treble this season.
Feb 19, 17:58
Paul Buckle
Paul Buckle departs Luton Town
Blue Square Bet Premier side Luton Town reveal that Paul Buckle is to leave the club by mutual consent.
Feb 19, 17:41
Mexes scores from a stunning overhead kick on November 21, 2012
Philippe Mexes: 'AC Milan will attack Barcelona'
Centre-back Philippe Mexes reveals that AC Milan are planning to play on the front foot against Barcelona.
Feb 19, 17:36
FA Cup
FA Cup quarter-finals television schedule revealed
The dates and broadcasters have been decided for all four of March's FA Cup quarter-finals.
Feb 19, 17:23
Efe Ambrose for Celtic
Neil Lennon confirms Efe Ambrose interest
Neil Lennon admits that a number of clubs are interested in signing Nigerian centre-back Efe Ambrose.
Feb 19, 17:14
Johnnie Jackson and Karl Henry
Karl Henry: Barnsley game is "huge"
Karl Henry admits that Wolverhampton Wanderers need to defeat Barnsley at Oakwell this evening.
Feb 19, 17:07
Oscar scores Chelsea's sixth on December 23, 2012
Preview:Chelsea vs. Sparta Prague
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Europa League clash between Chelsea and Sparta Prague at Stamford Bridge.
Feb 19, 15:53
Inter's Rodrigo Palacio celebrates scoring the opening goal against Pescara on January 12, 2013
Preview:CFR Cluj vs. Inter Milan
Sports Mole looks ahead to Inter Milan's Europa League trip to Romanian outfit CFR Cluj.
Feb 19, 15:20
Wayne Rooney takes a penalty to score his team's second goal on December 1, 2012
Wayne Rooney suffering with "a sinus infection"
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is facing a spell on the sidelines with a sinus problem.
Feb 19, 14:55
QPR manager Harry Redknapp during the match against Liverpool on December 30, 2012
Harry Redknapp: 'Queens Park Rangers can beat Manchester United'
Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp says that his team are capable of collecting a positive result against Manchester United.
Feb 19, 14:45
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Paolo Di Canio heading back to Swindon?
Speculation intensifies that Paolo Di Canio is considering returning to Swindon Town just hours after handing in his resignation.
Feb 19, 14:24
Tony Mowbray on the touchline on October 30, 2012
Tony Mowbray: 'Loan arrivals are possible'
Tony Mowbray says that a large number of injuries may force him into bringing some loan players to Middlesbrough.
Feb 19, 14:14
Martin Skrtel, Kaspars Gorkks
Martin Skrtel: 'Liverpool need help from fans'
Martin Skrtel tells Liverpool fans that they can help the club overturn a 2-0 deficit against Zenit St Petersburg.
Feb 19, 14:01
Dwain Chambers
Dwain Chambers makes Team GB's European indoor team
Dwain Chambers claims a spot in the Great Britain squad for next month's European Indoor Championships despite a recent back injury.
Feb 19, 13:49
Hatem Ben Arfa
Newcastle United's Hatem Ben Arfa returns to training
Newcastle United attacker Hatem Ben Arfa recovers from a hamstring complaint to take part in training earlier today.
Feb 19, 13:35
Luis Nani celebrates scoring United's third
Anderson: 'Nani won us the match against Reading'
Anderson hails the impact that Nani had on the Manchester United team against Reading last night.
Feb 19, 13:26
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez during the match against Everton on December 30, 2012
Rafael Benitez eyes Spain job
Rafael Benitez expresses an interest in becoming manager of Spain if and when the job is made available.
Feb 19, 13:14
Isco
Isco: Away goal will be "important"
Malaga midfielder Isco is hoping that his team continue their good goalscoring form away from home against Porto.
Feb 19, 13:02
Jackson Martinez
Jackson Martinez: "I'm good friends with Falcao"
Porto striker Jackson Martinez reveals that he is not hampered by Radamel Falcao's goalscoring record at the club.
Feb 19, 12:50
New Ipswich manager Mick McCarthy sporting the "meh" look
Kenny Shiels hits back at Mick McCarthy
The managers of Kimarnock and Ipswich Town trade verbal blows over a proposed transfer for Cammy Bell.
Feb 19, 12:40
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