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Ronald Koeman "not afraid" of Romelu Lukaku situation
Everton manager Ronald Koeman says that he is "not afraid" of Romelu Lukaku's contract standoff with the club.Mar 16, 14:26
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Danny Batth: "We're not getting carried away"
Wolverhampton Wanderers captain Danny Batth insists that his side are "not getting carried away" after recording back-to-back wins.Mar 16, 14:09
Jermain Defoe in, Theo Walcott, Jack Wilshere out of England squad
Jermain Defoe earns a recall to the England squad, but there is no space for Theo Walcott and Jack Wilshere.Mar 16, 13:51
Christophe Berra: "Fans can be very fickle"
Ipswich Town defender Christophe Berra supports manager Mick McCarthy against "fickle" criticism from fans.Mar 16, 13:48
Joe Gomez, Cauley Woodrow, Harry Winks in England Under-21s squad
Joe Gomez, Cauley Woodrow and Harry Winks are named in the England Under-21s squad.Mar 16, 13:38
Liverpool interested in RB Leipzig striker?
Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner this summer.Mar 16, 13:32
/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")
London 'will not bid' for 2022 Commonwealths
The Mayor of London says that the capital is unlikely to bid to host the 2022 edition of the Commonwealth Games.Mar 16, 13:20
Roy Hodgson 'to turn down Norwich City job'
Former England manager Roy Hodgson is reportedly planning to turn down the chance to take over at Norwich City.Mar 16, 13:10
Steve Bruce: "There are small buds of recovery"
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce acknowledges "small buds of recovery" after his side's 2-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday.Mar 11, 19:03
Slavisa Jokanovic: "Everything is open"
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic hails "a great step" towards securing a playoff place after his side's surprise 3-1 win at league leaders Newcastle United.Mar 11, 18:45
Rafael Benitez: 'We paid for our mistakes'
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez admits that his side made "mistakes" after they suffer a shock 3-1 home defeat to Fulham.Mar 11, 18:33
Paul Lambert "delighted" with win
Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Paul Lambert admits that he is "delighted" following the club's narrow win over bottom side Rotherham United.Mar 11, 18:21
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Feddie-howe.jpg "Eddie Howe watches on during the Premier League game between Burnley and Bournemouth on December 11, 2016")
Eddie Howe 'relieved' with West Ham United win
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe admits his relief after his side end their long winless streak with a victory over West Ham United.Mar 11, 18:03
Ronald Koeman praises Romelu Lukaku, Ross Barkley
Everton manager Ronald Koeman heaps praise upon Romelu Lukaku and Ross Barkley after their 3-0 win over West Bromwich Albion.Mar 11, 17:55
Paul Clement: 'We were not good enough'
Swansea City manager Paul Clement admits that his side were "not good enough" in their defeat at relegation rivals Hull City.Mar 11, 17:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F10%2Fjoshua-king_1.jpg "Joshua King reacts to missing a penalty during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and West Ham United on March 11, 2017")
Joshua King: "I could have had four or five"
Bournemouth forward Joshua King admits that he is "fuming" after missing a penalty in his side's win over West Ham United.Mar 11, 17:28
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Folivier-giroud_1.jpg "Olivier Giroud celebrates during the Champions League game between Arsenal and PSG on November 23, 2016")
Team News: Arsene Wenger names strong Arsenal side
Alexis Sanchez and Olivier Giroud both start as Arsenal welcome non-league Lincoln City in the FA Cup.Mar 11, 16:32
Rangers confirm Pedro Caixinha appointment
Rangers confirm the appointment of Pedro Caixinha as their new manager on a three-year deal.Mar 11, 15:31
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fdwight-gayle.jpg "Dwight Gayle in action for Newcastle United on September 24, 2016")
Team News: Dwight Gayle back for Newcastle United
Dwight Gayle returns to the starting lineup as Newcastle United host Fulham.Mar 11, 14:17
Team News: Andreas Weimann up front for Wolverhampton Wanderers
Andreas Weimann leads the line as Wolverhampton Wanderers welcome Rotherham United.Mar 11, 14:07
Team News: Fernando Forestieri absent for Sheffield Wednesday
Fernando Forestieri misses out for Sheffield Wednesday's trip to Aston Villa.Mar 11, 14:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Falan-pardew.jpg "Eagles manager Alan Pardew watches on during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Southampton on December 3, 2016")
Alan Pardew favourite for Norwich City job
Alan Pardew reportedly emerges as the favourite to take over at Norwich City following Alex Neil's dismissal.Mar 11, 13:46
Massimiliano Allegri 'gives Arsenal three-week deadline'
Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri reportedly gives Arsenal three weeks to decide if they want him to replace Arsene Wenger.Mar 11, 13:26
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Silver for Tom Daley in Guangzhou
Tom Daley picks up 10m silver at the FINA World Diving Series in Guangzhou City.Mar 11, 13:17
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Jack Laugher pipped to diving gold in Guangzhou
Jack Laugher is forced to settle for a silver medal in the men's 3m event at the FINA Diving World Series in Guangzhou City.Mar 10, 09:47
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David Horsey leading in New Delhi
David Horsey leads the field at the end of a weather-affected first day of the Indian Open.Mar 9, 16:00
Mick McCarthy non-committal on Christophe Berra future
Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy admits that he would let Christophe Berra leave the club this summer if he is keen to go.Mar 9, 15:49
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F51%2Fross-barkley.jpg "Ross Barkley in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Liverpool on December 19, 2016")
Ronald Koeman "will do everything" to keep Ross Barkley
Everton manager Ronald Koeman says that the club "will do everything" to tie down Ross Barkley to a new deal.Mar 9, 15:38
Pedro Caixinha given permission for Rangers talks
Al Gharafa give permission for Pedro Caixinha to begin talks to become Rangers manager.Mar 9, 15:23
Bournemouth fined £35,000 for doping breach
Bournemouth are fined £35,000 by the Football Association for a breach of anti-doping rules.Mar 9, 15:11
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Faitor-karanka_1.JPG "Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016")
Aitor Karanka: 'I trust my players'
Under-fire Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka insists that he has full "confidence" in his players and dismisses speculation over the future of his job.Mar 9, 15:09
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England down to 14th in FIFA rankings
England drop one place to 14th in the latest FIFA world rankings.Mar 9, 14:57
Barcelona scout Chelsea trio?
Barcelona's sporting director reportedly watches Chelsea trio Cesar Azpilicueta, Marcos Alonso and Nemanja Matic in action.Mar 9, 14:48
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Barry Bennell charged with child sex abuse
Former football coach Barry Bennell is charged with four counts of child sex abuse.Mar 9, 14:26
Serge Aurier's brother 'arrested for robbery'
The brother of Paris Saint-Germain's Serge Aurier is reportedly arrested in France for stealing from a prostitute.Mar 9, 14:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fjoe-hart_1.jpg "On-loan Torino goalkeeper Joe Hart shouts instructions to his defence during the Serie A match against Atalanta on September 11, 2016")
Joe Hart amazed by "positive vibes" in Turin
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart says that he has been overwhelmed by "positive vibes" during his loan spell in Italy with Torino.Mar 9, 14:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F05%2Feden-hazard.jpg "Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on February 4, 2017")
Eden Hazard "fully committed" to Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard is reportedly "fully committed" to the club amid rumoured interest from Real Madrid.Mar 9, 14:00
Jack Colback: 'We're in a great position'
Newcastle United midfielder Jack Colback says that the club are in "a great position" as they gear up for the Championship run-in.Mar 9, 13:49
Aleksandar Mitrovic to leave Newcastle this summer?
Newcastle United are reportedly planning to offload striker Aleksandar Mitrovic this summer.Mar 9, 13:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Fmesut-ozil.jpg "Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil in action during the North London derby at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016")
Arsenal offer Mesut Ozil £280,000 a week?
Arsenal reportedly offer Mesut Ozil a new contract worth £280,000 a week.Mar 9, 13:29
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