Stuart Broad celebrates after taking Michael Clarke's wicket during day four of the First Ashes Test match at Trent Bridge on July 13, 2013
Stuart Broad given Andy Flower backing
Andy Flower says that Stuart Broad should not be punished for refusing to walk against Australia in the opening Test of the Ashes.
Jul 16, 07:19
Australia's David Warner in action during the First Ashes Test match on July 10, 2013
Allan Border confused by Australia's David Warner axe
Allan Border says that he does not understand why Australia have sent David Warner to Africa in search of finding his form.
Jul 16, 07:05
Ricky Ponting
Ricky Ponting: Australia defeat was "heartbreaking"
Ricky Ponting says that Australia's dramatic loss to England in the opening Test of this year's Ashes series brought back bad personal memories.
Jul 16, 06:45
Australia's David Warner on day two of their third Test against Sri Lanka, January 4, 2013
David Warner: 'I'm on my last chance with Australia'
David Warner says that he is on his final warning with Australia and cannot afford to misbehave any further if he wants to play in The Ashes.
Jul 16, 06:33
Steve Finn
Andy Flower defends under-fire Steven Finn
Andy Flower praises Steven Finn's contribution to England's opening win of The Ashes against Australia.
Jul 16, 06:22
Steven Gerrard celebrates scoring a penalty and the winner against Spurs on March 10, 2013
Steven Gerrard wants more Liverpool signings
Steven Gerrard says that Liverpool are a few signings away from an exciting season at Anfield.
Jul 16, 06:11
Arsenal's manager Arsene Wenger during his side's game with Sunderland on February 9, 2013
Mikel Arteta: 'Arsene Wenger gives Arsenal title edge'
Mikel Arteta feels that keeping Arsene Wenger in charge of Arsenal gives them the advantage in the race for the title next season, amid all the managerial changes.
Jul 16, 05:51
Theo Walcott with the match ball at the end of the match after scoring a hat trick against Newcastle on December 29, 2012
Theo Walcott: 'Arsenal have a shot at Premier League title'
Theo Walcott says that Arsenal have a "very good chance" of competing for the Premier League title this season.
Jul 16, 05:37
Hull City's new signing goalkeeper Steve Harper watches his team during a pre-season friendly on July 15, 2013
Steve Harper excited by fresh Hull City challenge
Steve Harper says that he cannot wait to start a new project after joining Hull City.
Jul 16, 05:22
Ian Ayre
Liverpool target more signings
Ian Ayre says that Liverpool are still in the market to make a couple of additional signings before the start of the new season.
Jul 16, 05:11
Alastair Cook and Michael Clarke pose with The Ashes urn.
Alastair Cook: 'England must be ready for second Test'
Alastair Cook says that England must regroup and prepare for the second Test against Australia on Thursday.
Jul 15, 08:00
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
David Moyes: 'Wayne Rooney needed as cover at Manchester United'
David Moyes wants Wayne Rooney to stay at Manchester United as cover for Robin van Persie.
Jul 15, 07:43
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio smiles prior to kick off in the match against Stoke on May 6, 2013
Vito Mannone hails Paolo Di Canio impact at Sunderland
Vito Mannone says that Paolo Di Canio has had a "positive" impact since taking over at Sunderland.
Jul 15, 07:33
Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring Everton's fifth goal against Cheltenham in the FA Cup on January 7, 2013
Roberto Martinez tells Marouane Fellaini to stay at Everton
Roberto Martinez wants Marouane Fellaini to stay and help develop the young players at Everton.
Jul 15, 07:18
New Manchester United manager David Moyes poses for pictures in the home team dug out on July 5, 2013
David Beckham tips David Moyes to win title with Manchester United
David Beckham says that David Moyes can win the Premier League title in his first season with Manchester United.
Jul 15, 07:01
Andy Murray of Britain poses with the Wimbledon trophy after defeating Novak Djokovic of Serbia during the Men's singles final on July 7, 2013
Rod Laver: 'Andy Murray will win more grand slams'
Rod Laver says that Andy Murray will win several more Grand Slams before he retires from tennis.
Jul 15, 06:44
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Napoli can beat Juventus to Serie A title'
Rafael Benitez says that Napoli can win Serie A this season at the expense of Juventus.
Jul 15, 06:25
Justin Rose with the US Open trophy on June 16, 2013
Justin Rose relishing British Open challenge
Justin Rose says that he cannot wait to test himself at the British Open this week.
Jul 15, 06:13
Wayne Rooney
Manchester United could run down Wayne Rooney contract
Ed Woodward suggests that Manchester United will allow Wayne Rooney's contract to expire rather than sell him to a rival this summer.
Jul 15, 05:53
Warren Gatland walks from the pitch after series win over Australia on July 6, 2013
Alun-Wyn Jones backs Warren Gatland for 2017 British and Irish Lions success
Alun-Wyn Jones says that Warren Gatland can lead the British and Irish Lions to success in New Zealand in 2017.
Jul 15, 05:37
Arsenal's manager Arsene Wenger during his side's game with Sunderland on February 9, 2013
Arsene Wenger impressed by Arsenal youngsters
Arsene Wenger says that he was pleased by the performances of his young players during Arsenal's 7-0 friendly win over Indonesia XI at the weekend.
Jul 15, 05:27
Steven Finn, James Anderson and Graeme Swann celebrate against South Africa.
Geoffrey Boycott: 'England owe James Anderson for victory'
Geoffrey Boycott says that England must thank James Anderson for their opening Test win of the Ashes.
Jul 15, 05:16
Olivier Giroud
Live Commentary: Indonesia XI 0-7 Arsenal - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage from Jakarta where Arsenal took on an Indonesia Dream Team.
Jul 14, 12:34
Wales' Ashley Williams celebrates the win over Scotland on March 22, 2013
Report: Arsenal step up Ashley Williams pursuit
Arsenal will reportedly again try to sign Ashley Williams after Thomas Vermaelen was ruled out of their pre-season tour with a back injury.
Jul 11, 07:58
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates equalising against Southampton on January 30, 2013
David Moyes: 'I'll get the best out of Wayne Rooney'
David Moyes says that Wayne Rooney is in the "best shape" of his life at Manchester United, amid speculation surrounding his future.
Jul 11, 07:44
Richie Gray
Richie Gray "privileged and honoured" by British and Irish Lions display
Richie Gray says that being a part of the British and Irish Lions' tour win over Australia was "pretty special".
Jul 11, 07:33
Ian Bell
Nasser Hussain slams Ian Bell display
Nasser Hussain criticises Ian Bell for his poor showing with the bat against Australia on the opening day of The Ashes.
Jul 11, 07:15
Wales head coach Rob Howley before the Six Nations match against England on March 16, 2013
Rob Howley: 'British and Irish Lions win will help home nations'
Rob Howley says that the British and Irish Lions' tour win over Australia will help the home nations compete better in the Southern Hemisphere.
Jul 11, 06:51
Jeremy Guscott
Jeremy Guscott: 'British and Irish Lions deserve respect'
Jeremy Guscott says that the British and Irish Lions should have been given more preparation time ahead of their tour of Australia.
Jul 11, 06:38
Spain's Cesc Fabregas celebrates scoring against Uruguay on February 6, 2013
Report: Arsenal prepare Cesc Fabregas swoop
Arsenal are readying a move to bring former captain Cesc Fabregas back to the Emirates Stadium.
Jul 11, 06:13
Robinho
Santos drop Robinho pursuit
Robinho will remain at AC Milan after Santos abandoned their pursuit of the forward.
Jul 11, 06:03
Andrew Strauss
Andrew Strauss: 'England and Australia were nervous'
Andrew Strauss says that England and Australia were both nervous on the first day of The Ashes.
Jul 11, 05:50
Andy Carroll celebrates after scoring the opening goal against West Brom on March 30, 2013
West Ham United: 'Andy Carroll has time to recover'
West Ham United say that Andy Carroll has plenty of time to regain full fitness ahead of the new season.
Jul 11, 05:38
Luis Suarez gives the thumbs up after scoring his second goal against QPR on December 30, 2012
Kolo Toure: 'Luis Suarez will win more trophies at Liverpool'
Kolo Toure says that Luis Suarez has a better chance of winning trophies with Liverpool than he would if he moved to Arsenal.
Jul 11, 05:28
Pep Guardiola
Bayern Munich: 'Pep Guardiola wanted Neymar'
Bayern Munich reveal that Pep Guardiola needed to be persuaded to sign Mario Gotze over Neymar.
Jul 11, 05:17
Swansea boss Michael Laudrup grinning
Michael Laudrup delighted by Swansea City signings
Michael Laudrup praises the board for Swansea City's summer signings so far.
Jul 10, 07:54
Jonathan Davies
Jonathan Davies hails "incredible feeling" with British and Irish Lions
Jonathan Davies says that the British and Irish Lions' tour win over Australia was an "incredible feeling".
Jul 10, 07:30
Lyon midfielder Maxime Gonalons in action against Tottenham on February 14, 2013
Maxime Gonalons rejects Arsenal
Maxime Gonalons says that he wants to stay at Lyon, amid rumoured interest from Arsenal.
Jul 10, 07:09
Lyon's Clement Grenier celebrates scoring on September 1, 2012
Arsenal target Clement Grenier undecided on future
Clement Grenier says that he does not know what the future holds for him after meeting with Lyon officials on Monday.
Jul 10, 06:59
Arsenal's Santi Cazorla celebrates his hat-trick against Reading December 17, 2012
Santi Cazorla: 'Arsenal can win trophies'
Santi Cazorla says that Arsenal can win trophies next season, having improved their mentality towards the end of last term.
Jul 10, 06:34
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