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Vincent Kompany was a Manchester United target?
Vincent Kompany was a Manchester United target in the summer of 2004, according to a document in Sir Alex Ferguson's new book.Sep 22, 13:50
Preview:Manchester United vs. Ipswich Town
Sports Mole looks ahead to the League Cup tie between Manchester United and Championship outfit Ipswich Town at Portman Road.Sep 22, 11:52
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Preview:Australia vs. Fiji
Sports Mole looks ahead to Australia's opening pool match of the Rugby World Cup against Fiji in Cardiff.Sep 22, 10:20
On this day: Jonathan Woodgate endures nightmare Real Madrid debut
Ten years ago today, Jonathan Woodgate scored an own goal and was later sent off on what was his delayed Real Madrid debut.Sep 22, 07:00
Premier League 2015-16 in numbers: Week 6
Sports Mole looks back on the sixth round of 2015-16 Premier League encounters with a selection of facts and figures from each match.Sep 21, 10:40
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out 11 of the most impressive players from the sixth round of Premier League matches.Sep 21, 09:23
On this day: Paul Scholes nets brace on senior Manchester United debut
Twenty-one years ago today, Paul Scholes marked his Manchester United debut by scoring both goals in a 2-1 victory over Port Vale in the League Cup.Sep 21, 07:00
On This Day: Leeds United sack Kevin Blackwell
Nine years ago today, Championship strugglers Leeds United confirmed the sacking of Kevin Blackwell.Sep 20, 07:00
Italy's Giovanbattista Venditti bemoans "many mistakes"
Italy made too "many mistakes" during their Rugby World Cup loss to France, winger Giovanbattista Venditti tells Sports Mole.Sep 20, 01:23
Half-Time Report: France leading all-European affair at Twickenham
Frederic Michalak scores 12 of France's 15 points in the opening 40 minutes of their Rugby World Cup encounter against Italy.Sep 19, 19:48
Late Lacina Traore goal salvages point for Monaco
Former Everton loanee Lacina Traore strikes a late equaliser for Monaco away at Belgian side Anderlecht.Sep 17, 21:01
Basel battle back to beat Fiorentina
Ten-man Fiorentina spurn a one-goal advantage to lose 2-1 against Basel in the Europa League.Sep 17, 21:00
Son Heung-min brace helps Tottenham Hotspur to Europa League win
Tottenham Hotspur open up their Europa League campaign with a 3-1 win over Qarabag FK, thanks in part to a double from summer signing Son Heung-min.Sep 17, 20:55
Half-Time Report: Dominating Monaco trail in Brussels
Monaco dominate the first half against Anderlecht, but it is the hosting Belgian side that lead the Europa League encounter 1-0.Sep 17, 19:57
Half-Time Report: Nikola Kalinic edges Fiorentina in front
An early goal from former Blackburn Rovers striker Nikola Kalinic gives Fiorentina a half-time lead against Basel.Sep 17, 19:55
Half-Time Report: Son Heung-min spares Kieran Trippier's blushes
Son Heung-min nets two goals to give Tottenham Hotspur a 2-1 lead over Qarabag at the break in the Europa League encounter at White Hart Lane.Sep 17, 19:51
Southampton to offer Ronald Koeman new contract?
A report claims that Southampton are trying to keep Ronald Koeman out of the clutches of the Dutch national side by offering the 52-year-old a new contract.Sep 17, 19:15
Report: Real Madrid promise Keylor Navas new deal
Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to offer Costa Rican goalkeeper Keylor Navas a new contract.Sep 17, 18:56
Leyton Orient's Harry Lee extends Welling United loan deal
Harry Lee extends his loan stint with Welling United from League Two side Leyton Orient until January.Sep 17, 18:47
Team News: Stefano Okaka leads Anderlecht attack
Anderlecht start their Europa League group encounter against Monaco with summer signing Stefano Okaka operating up front.Sep 17, 18:11
Team News: Jakub Blaszczykowski starts for Fiorentina
Jakub Blaszczykowski is in the Fiorentina side that will take on Basel in the Europa League this evening.Sep 17, 18:04
Team News: Harry Kane drops down to Tottenham Hotspur bench
Striker Harry Kane will start Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League game against Qarabag as a substitute.Sep 17, 17:59
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Barcelona's Lionel Messi tops FIFA 16's dribbling ratings
EA Sports rate Barcelona and Argentina playmaker Lionel Messi as the number one dribbler in the new FIFA 16 game.Sep 17, 16:00
Team News: Liverpool's Brendan Rodgers makes eight changes
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers makes eight alterations to his starting lineup for this evening's Europa League clash in Bordeaux.Sep 17, 15:54
Bournemouth sign Alessandro Cannataro
Former Inter Milan youngster Alessandro Cannataro signs a 12-month deal with Bournemouth.Sep 17, 15:50
Crystal Palace's Sullay Kaikai moves to Shrewsbury Town
Crystal Palace winger Sullay Kaikai joins League One outfit Shrewsbury Town on loan until January.Sep 17, 15:23
England's Manu Tuilagi close to new Leicester Tigers deal
Manu Tuilagi is close to signing a new contract with Aviva Premiership side Leicester Tigers, according to director of rugby Richard Cockerill.Sep 17, 15:12
Roma's Radja Nainggolan "very sorry" for Rafinha injury
Radja Nainggolan sends an apology to Rafinha after news comes through that the Barcelona midfielder tore his cruciate ligament during a challenge between the two players.Sep 17, 14:58
Ipswich Town's Freddie Sears fit for Birmingham City clash
Freddie Sears shakes off a hamstring injury to be included in the Ipswich Town squad for tomorrow's game against Birmingham City.Sep 17, 14:38
Ben Tomlinson makes Grimsby Town switch
Barnet centre-forward Ben Tomlinson signs a one-month loan deal with National League side Grimsby Town.Sep 17, 14:25
Senior market analyst: 'Future looks bright for Manchester United'
A senior market analyst tells Sports Mole that there is no need to panic about Manchester United's latest set of financial figures.Sep 17, 14:14
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Jonnie Peacock pulls out of IPC Athletics World Championships
A leg injury forces Jonny Peacock to withdraw from the upcoming IPC Athletics World Championships.Sep 17, 13:55
Manchester United's Juan Mata enjoying wide role
Manchester United's Juan Mata says that he is happy with his role out on the right wing.Sep 17, 13:42
Dean Wells signs new Stevenage deal
Stevenage defender Dean Wells signs a new two-year contract with Teddy Sheringham's Stevenage.Sep 17, 12:28
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England appoint Tracey Neville permanently
Tracey Neville signs a four-year contract to coach the England netball team up until the next World Cup.Sep 17, 12:19
Barcelona's Rafinha tears cruciate ligament
Barcelona playmaker Rafinha will undergo surgery following confirmation that he tore his cruciate ligament against Roma.Sep 17, 12:09
Crawley Town sign Ross Jenkins
Former Watford midfielder Ross Jenkins agrees a short-term contract with League Two outfit Crawley Town.Sep 17, 12:00
Rhys Turner joins York City
Oldham Athletic sanction the loan exit of 20-year-old striker Rhys Turner to York City.Sep 17, 11:45
Rugby World Cup - Pool D preview
Sports Mole assesses the five nations that will be looking to progress beyond Pool D at the Rugby World Cup.Sep 17, 11:31
Rugby World Cup - Pool C preview
With the Rugby World Cup due to get underway on Friday, Sports Mole runs the rule over the five nations in Pool C.Sep 17, 09:30
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