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Dick Advocaat: Jermain Defoe goals "boost to his confidence"
Jermain Defoe's two goals for Sunderland in their pre-season friendly against Toronto will have been a "boost to his confidence", according to manager Dick Advocaat.Jul 23, 08:41
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Interview: Six-time Grand Slam champion Jordanne Whiley
Following her Wimbledon triumph, Sports Mole speaks to British wheelchair tennis player Jordanne Whiley, who is aiming for gold at Rio 2016.Jul 23, 08:22
On this day: Arsenal's Freddie Ljungberg makes West Ham United move
Eight years ago today, West Ham United completed the signing of Arsenal's Swedish midfielder Freddie Ljungberg for £3m.Jul 23, 07:00
Report: Jonathan Douglas free to leave Brentford
Brentford reportedly tell Jonathan Douglas that his services are no longer required at Griffin Park.Jul 22, 15:08
Liverpool hand new signing Roberto Firmino number 11 shirt
New signing Roberto Firmino will wear the number 11 shirt at Liverpool next season.Jul 22, 14:51
Fulham improve Lewis Dunk bid?
Following two failed bids, a report claims that Fulham have now made a £4m offer to Brighton & Hove Albion for Lewis Dunk.Jul 22, 14:40
Chelsea loan out Wallace
Chelsea defender Wallace completes a season-long loan switch to newly-promoted Serie A club Carpi.Jul 22, 14:27
Gabriel Agbonlahor: Micah Richards a "great addition" for Aston Villa
Gabriel Agbonlahor backs new signing Micah Richards to become a key player for Aston Villa following his switch from Manchester City.Jul 22, 14:16
Report: Everton identify Thomas Heurtaux as John Stones replacement
An Italian report claims that Everton will look to sign Udinese defender Thomas Heurtaux if John Stones switches to Chelsea.Jul 22, 14:01
Oldham Athletic keen on David Dunn?
A report claims that Oldham Athletic are exploring the possibility of signing free agent David Dunn.Jul 22, 13:39
Brett Pitman injury "not too serious"
Brett Pitman's foot injury is nothing to be concerned about, confirms Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy.Jul 22, 13:26
Report: Juventus eye Bayern Munich defender Mehdi Benatia
A report in Italy claims that Juventus are plotting a move for Bayern Munich's Moroccan centre-back Mehdi Benatia.Jul 22, 13:17
Alex Lacey joins Yeovil Town
Luton Town's 22-year-old defender Alex Lacey agrees a two-year contract with Yeovil Town.Jul 22, 13:05
Matias Perez Garcia: Manchester United "are a great team"
Matias Perez Garcia praises the quality of the Manchester United side that San Jose Earthquakes faced earlier today.Jul 22, 11:55
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Tommy Meyer reflects on "dream" goal against Barcelona
Tommy Meyer describes the feeling of scoring for Los Angeles Galaxy against Barcelona as a "dream".Jul 22, 11:40
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Duo sign new Hampshire contracts
Eighteen-year-olds Joe Weatherley and Mason Crane agree two-year development deals with Hampshire.Jul 22, 11:19
Ipswich Town boss Mick McCarthy wants "two or three more players"
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy is hoping to add up to three players to his squad before the end of the summer transfer window.Jul 22, 11:03
Manager Darrell Clarke signs new Bristol Rovers deal
Manager Darrell Clarke agrees a new contract with League Two outfit Bristol Rovers.Jul 22, 10:45
Report: Queens Park Rangers eye Adlene Guedioura
Crystal Palace midfielder Adlene Guedioura is reportedly a transfer target of Championship side Queens Park Rangers.Jul 22, 10:29
Francisco Rodriguez joins Wolfsburg
Francisco Rodriguez secures a move from FC Zurich to Bundesliga side Wolfsburg on a three-year contract.Jul 22, 10:15
Johann Berg Gudmundsson signs new Charlton Athletic deal
Johann Berg Gudmundsson extends his contract with Championship side Charlton Athletic until the summer of 2019.Jul 22, 10:02
Chesterfield reject Tendayi Darikwa offer
Chesterfield turn down a bid from an unidentified Championship side for the services of Tendayi Darikwa.Jul 22, 09:49
Zlatan Ibrahimovic refuses to commit to Paris Saint-Germain
Zlatan Ibrahimovic opts against committing his future to Paris Saint-Germain when asked to comment on speculation linking him with a move away from the Ligue 1 club.Jul 22, 09:37
Andreas Pereira "very happy" with first Manchester United goal
A "very happy" Andreas Pereira speaks of his delight following his first senior goal for Manchester United.Jul 22, 09:26
On this day: Rangers, Shelbourne play out eight-goal thriller
Seventeen years ago today, Rangers recovered from a three-goal deficit to beat Shelbourne in the UEFA Cup.Jul 22, 07:00
Chelsea yet to open Branislav Ivanovic contract talks?
A report claims that Chelsea are yet to enter contract talks with Branislav Ivanovic, who has only 12 months left to run on his current deal.Jul 21, 15:53
Report: Genoa keen on Yuto Nagatomo
A report in Italy claims that Inter Milan full-back Yuto Nagatomo is a transfer target of Genoa.Jul 21, 15:38
Report: Everton defender John Stones wants Chelsea move
Supposed Chelsea transfer target John Stones reportedly tells Everton that he is eager to move to Stamford Bridge.Jul 21, 15:24
Almen Abdi signs new Watford deal
Watford's Swiss midfielder Almen Abdi signs a new three-year contract at Vicarage Road.Jul 21, 15:07
English duo Steve Simonsen, Nicky Shorey switch to FC Pune City
Free agents Steve Simonsen and Nicky Shorey agree moves to Indian Super League side FC Pune City.Jul 21, 14:55
Norwich City switch attention to Marcos Alonso?
Should Norwich City fail to sign Hull City's Robbie Brady, they will reportedly make a move for Fiorentina left-back Marcos Alonso.Jul 21, 14:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F15%2F32%2Flondon-marathon.jpg "Runners make their way through Canary Wharf during the Virgin Money London Marathon on April 26, 2015")
Malaria forces Jairus Kipchoge Birech withdrawal
Jairus Kipchoge Birech confirms his absence from the upcoming Diamond League meeting in London because of malaria.Jul 21, 14:28
Anthony McGrath: Jonny Bairstow "in the form of his life"
Batting coach Anthony McGrath stresses that Yorkshire's Jonny Bairstow is deserving of his place in the England Test squad.Jul 21, 14:15
Jonny Bairstow in, Gary Ballance out of England Ashes squad
England make one squad change for the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston, which sees Jonny Bairstow come in for Gary Ballance.Jul 21, 13:49
Team GB's Zharnel Hughes eyes Olympic medal
Team GB sprinter Zharnel Hughes is confident that he can win a medal at the 2016 Olympic Games.Jul 21, 13:44
Louis van Gaal: 'Matteo Darmian not main right-back'
Antonio Valencia and not Matteo Darmian is Manchester United's number one right-back, according to manager Louis van Gaal.Jul 21, 13:30
Liam Slade signs new Burton Albion deal
Young defender Liam Slade agrees a new 12-month contract with League One side Burton Albion.Jul 21, 13:18
Manuel Pellegrini: Raheem Sterling "has a big future"
Manuel Pellegrini believes that Raheem Sterling will improve as he gets to know his new Manchester City teammates better.Jul 21, 13:07
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal: Five bust-ups
Sports Mole takes a look a five confrontations that Louis van Gaal has had with players during his managerial career.Jul 21, 11:55
Ronaldinho's top five Barcelona goals
As Ronaldinho completes a move to Flamengo, Sports Mole picks out five of the best goals that he scored during his time with Barcelona.Jul 21, 10:39
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