Neymar
Report: Manchester City hold Neymar talks
Manchester City are reportedly in advanced talks with Santos over a move to sign Brazil star Neymar.
Dec 23, 03:58
Adrian Lopez celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid
Report: Arsenal want Adrian Lopez
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is reportedly poised to make a move for Atletico Madrid forward Adrian Lopez, after decided against pursuing Barcelona's David Villa.
Dec 23, 03:40
Wes Newton celebrates his second round win at the World Darts Championship on December 22, 2012
Wes Newton: "I've got more in the locker"
Following his emphatic win over Scott Rand in the second round of the PDC World Championship, Wes Newton insists that his form will continue to improve.
Dec 23, 03:14
Simon Whitlock throwing during his second round match in the World Darts Championship on December 22, 2012
In-form Simon Whitlock, Wes Newton through to round three at Alexandra Palace
Simon Whitlock and Wes Newton cruise into the last 16 of the PDC World Championship courtesy of whitewash victories over Colin Osborne and Scott Rand respectively.
Dec 23, 02:43
Gareth Barry
Gareth Barry unsure of Manchester City goal against Reading
Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry admits that he was a little bit fortunate to have his winning goal against Reading allowed by referee Mike Dean.
Dec 22, 17:51
Cardiff's Craig Bellamy and Sheffield Wednesday's Jeremy Helan battle for the ball on December 2, 2012
Sheffield Wednesday outclass Charlton Athletic
Rhys McCabe and Jeremy Helan get on the scoresheet as Sheffield Wednesday record a comfortable win over Charlton Athletic at Hillsborough.
Dec 22, 17:25
Marcus Tudgay on August 4, 2012
Barnsley strike late to win at 10-man Millwall
Marcus Tudgay snatches a last-minute winner as Barnsley overcome 10-man Millwall at The Den.
Dec 22, 17:13
Birmingham's Nikola Zigic celebrates his goal against Palace on December 15, 2012
Birmingham City snatch late draw against Burnley
Nikola Zigic scores a last-gasp equaliser to deny Burnley all three points at St Andrew's.
Dec 22, 17:02
Sheffield Wednesday's Rhys McCabe in action against Huddersfield in November 2011
Half-Time Report: Rhys McCabe fires Sheffield Wednesday ahead
Rhys McCabe's first career goal gives Sheffield Wednesday the lead over Charlton Athletic at the midway point in South Yorkshire.
Dec 22, 15:52
Curtis Davies celebrates scoring the equaliser for Birmingham on November 27, 2012
Half-Time Report: Curtis Davies heads Birmingham City in front
Curtis Davies gives Birmingham City a narrow lead over Burnley at the midway point of the sides' Championship encounter at St Andrew's.
Dec 22, 15:52
Darius Henderson
Half-Time Report: Barnsley punish wasteful Millwall
Millwall forward Darius Henderson misses a penalty kick, before Stephen Dawson fires Barnsley into a half-time lead in South London.
Dec 22, 15:52
Reda Johnson on February 26, 2012
Team News: Reda Johnson returns for Sheffield Wednesday
Reda Johnson starts for Sheffield Wednesday against Charlton Athletic, returning from a foot injury that has kept him out of action since September.
Dec 22, 14:53
Birmingham City's manager Lee Clark during the match against Crystal Palace on December 15, 2012
Team News: Birmingham City, Burnley ring the changes
Birmingham City and Burnley's starting lineups show six and three changes respectively at St Andrews.
Dec 22, 14:39
Sol Campbell
Sol Campbell urges Arsene Wenger to spend big in January
Former Arsenal captain Sol Campbell claims that the club must spend significant money during the January transfer window if they are to have a successful season.
Dec 22, 14:14
Man City boss Roberto Mancini against Newcastle on December 15, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'Manchester City will win a trophy'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini promises that his side will win more silverware this season.
Dec 22, 06:00
Phil Taylor
Phil Taylor "not happy" with performance
Phil Taylor expresses disappointment at the level of his performance during his 4-1 win over Jerry Hendriks in the last 32 of the PDC World Championship.
Dec 22, 05:44
New Ajaccio coach Albert Emon on the sideline as boss of Marseille on August 19, 2007
Ajaccio appoint Albert Emon
Ajaccio confirm that Albert Emon will replace Alex Dupont as manager at Stade Francois Coty.
Dec 22, 05:21
Josh Parker - then of Oldham - before a Carling Cup clash on August 9, 2011
Oxford United sign Josh Parker
Oxford United complete the signing of former Queens Park Rangers forward Josh Parker on non-contract terms.
Dec 22, 05:05
Dan Potts
West Ham United defender Dan Potts extends Colchester United loan
West Ham United defender Dan Potts extends his loan stay with Colchester United by a further month.
Dec 22, 04:52
Goodison Park
Everton coach accused of punching female goalkeeper
Everton suspend academy coach Mick O'Brien following complaints that he punched female goalkeeper Danielle Hill at a staff Christmas party.
Dec 22, 04:25
Demba Ba celebrates scoring the opener
Report: Demba Ba rejects Queens Park Rangers offer
Newcastle United forward Demba Ba reportedly rejects an £80,000-per-week contract offer from Premier League strugglers Queens Park Rangers.
Dec 22, 04:00
Jose Bosingwa
Report: Queens Park Rangers fine Jose Bosingwa £100,000
Queens Park Rangers defender Jose Bosingwa is reportedly fined two weeks' wages for refusing to be a substitute during last weekend's 2-1 win over Fulham.
Dec 22, 03:39
Fabricio Coloccini
San Lorenzo confirm interest in Newcastle United defender Fabricio Coloccini
San Lorenzo club president Matias Lammens confirms that the Argentinian outfit are keen on signing Newcastle United defender Fabricio Coloccini.
Dec 22, 03:17
The Etihad Stadium
Report: Manchester City close to Paulinho deal
Manchester City reportedly send director of football Txiki Begiristain to Brazil in a bid to sign Corinthians midfielder Paulinho.
Dec 22, 02:59
Frank Lampard
Rafael Benitez: Frank Lampard is "fully committed" to Chelsea
Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez insists that Frank Lampard remains fully committed to the club, as the midfielder prepares to make his 500th Premier League start this weekend.
Dec 22, 02:41
Wilfried Zaha
Report: Manchester United, Arsenal want Wilfried Zaha
Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly preparing to battle each other for the signature of Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha.
Dec 22, 02:22
Portman Road
Ipswich Town release Cheick Kourouma
Ipswich Town and French midfielder Cheick Kourouma part company by mutual consent.
Dec 22, 01:06
David Villa
Report: Arsenal target David Villa
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is reportedly plotting a January move for Barcelona forward David Villa.
Dec 22, 00:50
Steve Bruce
Steve Bruce: 'Hull City need loan stars for promotion push'
Manager Steve Bruce urges Hull City to retain the services of Ben Amos, Robbie Brady, David Meyler and Ahmed Elmohamady for the remainder of the season.
Dec 22, 00:29
Phil Taylor
Phil Taylor cruises into last 16 at Alexandra Palace
Phil Taylor eases into the third round of the PDC World Championship with a comfortable win over Jerry Hendriks of the Netherlands.
Dec 21, 23:58
Blackpool boss Michael Appleton on the touchline against Wolves on December 21, 2012
Michael Appleton takes positives from Wolverhampton Wanderers defeat
Blackpool manager Michael Appleton insists that his side performed well during their 2-1 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Dec 21, 23:20
Dean Saunders
Doncaster Rovers agree Iain Hume switch
Doncaster Rovers manager Dean Saunders confirms that Preston North End forward Iain Hume will make his move to the Keepmoat Stadium permanent in January.
Dec 21, 22:53
Thomas Ince
Michael Appleton wants Thomas Ince deal done
Blackpool manager Michael Appleton admits that he is keen for Thomas Ince's future at the club to be resolved sooner rather than later.
Dec 21, 22:37
Carl Ikeme
Stale Solbakken hails Carl Ikeme
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Stale Solbakken heaps praise upon Carl Ikeme following the goalkeeper's fine display during tonight's 2-1 win over Blackpool.
Dec 21, 22:18
Andre-Pierre Gignac
Marseille win at nine-man Toulouse
Andre-Pierre Gignac strikes to earn Marseille a narrow victory over Toulouse, who are forced to play the entire second half without Cheikh M'Bengue and Franck Tabanou at Stadium Municipal.
Dec 15, 17:57
Brendan Rodgers during the match against Tottenham on November 28, 2012
Brendan Rodgers bemoans "bad day at the office"
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers describes his team's performance during their 3-1 home defeat to Aston Villa as "a bit flat".
Dec 15, 17:37
Stuart McCall
SPL roundup: Motherwell make stunning comeback at Hibernian
Sports Mole rounds up a thrilling day of Scottish Premier League action, which saw 23 goals scored in six matches.
Dec 15, 17:17
Celtic's Gary Hooper celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 15, 2012
Celtic cruise to victory over St Mirren
Celtic extend their lead at the top of the Scottish Premier League table to four points with a comfortable victory over St Mirren at Parkhead.
Dec 15, 16:55
Hull's Alex Bruce is sent off after the final whistle on December 15, 2012
Hull City boss Steve Bruce to appeal son's red card
Hull City manager Steve Bruce brands Huddersfield Town forward Alan Lee a "cheat" and reveals that he will contest the red card shown to son Alex Bruce.
Dec 15, 16:30
Mario Balotelli looks towards manager Roberto Mancini as he is substituted in the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'Mario Balotelli has a future at Manchester City'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini insists that Mario Balotelli remains an important part of his plans, despite the player's omission from the squad for today's match at Newcastle United.
Dec 15, 15:59
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