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On this day: Second-half Lionel Messi, Seydou Keita strikes sink Recreativo
Seven years ago today, Lionel Messi and Seydou Keita scored the goals as Barcelona recorded a 2-0 victory away at Recreativo de Huelva.Nov 16, 06:00
Agent rules out Sebastian Giovinco loan move
Reported Barcelona target Sebastian Giovinco is not planning to leave Toronto, according to his agent.Nov 15, 17:55
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Leicester Tigers sign Matt Toomua
Aviva Premiership outfit Leicester Tigers secure the services of Australia international Matt Toomua on a deal which starts next summer.Nov 15, 17:37
Report: Tottenham Hotspur eye Dynamo Kiev defender Domagoj Vida
Tottenham Hotspur will reportedly look to bolster their defensive options in January by signing Dynamo Kiev's Domagoj Vida.Nov 15, 17:26
Report: Sheffield Wednesday eye Jordan Rhodes
Blackburn Rovers striker Jordan Rhodes is reportedly a transfer target of fellow Championship side Sheffield Wednesday.Nov 15, 17:11
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Jamie Murray, John Peers win ATP World Tour Finals opener
Jamie Murray and John Peers overcome Italians Simone Bolelli and Fabio Fognini in their opening group match of the ATP World Tour Finals.Nov 15, 16:49
Portsmouth's winless run continues
A 0-0 draw at home with AFC Wimbledon sees Portsmouth miss the opportunity to go third in League Two.Nov 15, 16:26
Sampdoria hire Vincenzo Montella
Vincenzo Montella agrees to take charge of Sampdoria on a deal that runs until 2018.Nov 15, 16:02
Preview:Republic of Ireland vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina
Sports Mole looks ahead to the second leg of the Republic of Ireland's clash against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Dublin, where a place at Euro 2016 will be at stake.Nov 15, 15:55
Novak Djokovic cruises through ATP World Tour Finals opener
Novak Djokovic drops just two games on his way to beating Kei Nishikori in the group stages of the ATP World Tour Finals.Nov 15, 15:25
On this day: England win 'Battle of Highbury' against Italy
Eighty-one years ago today, England defeated world champions Italy 3-2 in a heated international friendly at Highbury.Nov 14, 06:00
Blackpool loan goalkeeper Dean Lyness from Burton Albion
League One side Blackpool secure the loan services of Burton Albion goalkeeper Dean Lyness.Nov 12, 16:54
Striker Alvaro Morata reveals Juventus contract talks
Alvaro Morata responds to speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid by revealing that he is in contract talks with Juventus.Nov 12, 16:41
Gary Pallister likens Manchester United's Chris Smalling to Steve Bruce
Manchester United's Chris Smalling is displaying all the defensive qualities of Steve Bruce, according to Gary Pallister.Nov 12, 16:29
Reported England target Rob Baxter reaffirms loyalty to Exeter Chiefs
Rob Baxter reiterates that he is planning to "honour" his contract with Exeter Chiefs, despite reports linking him with England.Nov 12, 16:14
New boss Shaun Derry "looking up" with Cambridge United
Shaun Derry says that he is planning a promotion push with Cambridge United, rather than a fight against relegation.Nov 12, 15:55
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink not on Fulham's managerial shortlist?
A report claims that Burton Albion boss Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is not in the running to replace Kit Symons at Fulham.Nov 12, 15:34
Sir Graham Henry: 'No interest in England job'
Sir Graham Henry rules himself out of the running to be the new head coach of England following Stuart Lancaster's recent departure.Nov 12, 15:23
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South African bowler Vernon Philander doubtful to face England
A foot injury may rule Vernon Philander out of South Africa's Test series against England, which gets underway on Boxing Day.Nov 12, 15:09
Pakistan add veteran Rafatullah Mohmand to Twenty20 squad
Uncapped 39-year-old opener Rafatullah Mohmand receives a late call-up to Pakistan's Twenty20 squad.Nov 12, 14:56
Accrington Stanley boss John Coleman rules out January exits
No players will be leaving Accrington Stanley during the January transfer window, according to manager John Coleman.Nov 12, 14:37
Pakistan drop wicketkeeper Umar Akmal for Twenty20 series
Wicketkeeper Umar Akmal loses his place in the Pakistan Twenty20 squad for disciplinary reasons.Nov 12, 14:23
Goalkeeper Reice Charles-Cook signs new Coventry City deal
Young goalkeeper Reice Charles-Cook extends his contract with Coventry City until the summer of 2018.Nov 12, 14:10
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Goalkeeper Marton Fulop passes away: Twitter tributes
Sports Mole takes a look at the Twitter reaction to the news of Marton Fulop's death at the age of 32.Nov 12, 12:19
Next England head coach: Five contenders
Sports Mole assesses five of the men that are reportedly in the running to replace Stuart Lancaster as the new head coach of England.Nov 12, 10:39
On this day: Unlikely England goalscorers sink Yugoslavia
Twenty-nine years ago today, goals from defensive duo Gary Mabbutt and Viv Anderson saw England record a 2-0 victory over Yugoslavia at Wembley.Nov 12, 06:00
Rugby Football Union: "Clean break" from Stuart Lancaster
Departing head coach Stuart Lancaster will not be given a new role within the RFU, chief executive Ian Ritchie reveals.Nov 11, 16:56
Rajiv van la Parra heading for Bolton Wanderers
Bolton Wanderers are close to signing Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Rajiv van La Parra on loan, according to Kenny Jackett.Nov 11, 16:40
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Martin Kaymer: 'Winless 2015 down to lack of practice'
Martin Kaymer puts his form this year down to the way that he enjoyed his triumphs in 2014.Nov 11, 16:28
Ben Marshall to leave Blackburn Rovers in January?
A report claims that Blackburn Rovers may opt to sell winger Ben Marshall during the upcoming winter transfer window.Nov 11, 16:16
Manchester United keeping tabs on Bournemouth's Matt Ritchie?
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal is keeping an eye on Bournemouth winger Matt Ritchie, according to a report.Nov 11, 16:01
Manchester City's Yaya Toure: 'International career not over'
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure vows to return to international football with the Ivory Coast next year.Nov 11, 15:47
Josh Lewsey to quit Welsh position
Former England international Josh Lewsey reveals that he will leave his position as the head of the Welsh Rugby Union in January.Nov 11, 15:35
Mike Ashley taking Scottish Football Association to court
Mike Ashley and the Scottish Football Association will go to court in February regarding Dave King's position as chairman of Rangers.Nov 11, 15:25
Dewi Morris: 'Sir Graham Henry the right man for England'
Graham Henry is the right man to replace Stuart Lancaster as England head coach, according to Dewi Morris.Nov 11, 15:11
England's Freddie Burns wishes Stuart Lancaster well
Freddie Burns pays tribute to Stuart Lancaster on the day that he leaves his position as the head coach of England.Nov 11, 14:55
Lee Mears wants English appointment
Stuart Lancaster's replacement at the Twickenham helm should be an Englishman, according to Lee Mears.Nov 11, 13:41
Juventus to offer Patrice Evra new contract?
A report in Italy claims that Patrice Evra is in line to sign a new contract with Juventus.Nov 11, 13:22
Sepp Blatter admitted to hospital?
Reports claim that suspended FIFA president Sepp Blatter is in hospital, where he is expected to remain for the next week.Nov 11, 13:03
Interview: Former Liverpool striker David Fairclough
Sports Mole speaks with former Liverpool striker David Fairclough, who discusses his time at the club and reveals why he felt let down by Bob Paisley.Nov 11, 11:43
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