A beaming Alan Pardew
Alan Pardew "proud" despite Manchester City defeat
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew declares himself proud of his team's efforts during their 3-1 defeat to Manchester City.
Dec 15, 15:39
Kolo Toure
Kolo Toure pleased to "recover" from Manchester United loss
Manchester City defender Kolo Toure praises his side's mental toughness following their 3-1 win at Newcastle United this afternoon.
Dec 15, 15:15
CIty midfielder Yaya Toure celebrates the third goal in the 3-1 win over Newcastle on December 15, 2012
Slick Manchester City win at Newcastle United
Manchester City close the gap on Premier League leaders Manchester United to just three points with an impressive win at Newcastle United.
Dec 15, 14:47
Ranger' Kevin Kyle celebrates moments after scoring his team's second goal on December 15, 2012
Rangers win six-goal thriller at Montrose
Rangers extend their lead at the top of the Scottish Third Division to four points with an exciting win at Montrose.
Dec 15, 14:31
Hull's Robert Koren scores against Huddersfield on December 15, 2012
Hull City beat poor Huddersfield Town
Goalkeeper Alex Smithies is the only Huddersfield Town player to earn any credit, as his side deservedly lose at Hull City.
Dec 15, 14:27
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger looks dejected at half-time against Bradford on December 11, 2012
Arsene Wenger expects tough Reading "battle"
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger warns his players that they will face "a battle" when they visit Reading on Monday night.
Dec 15, 14:00
Peter Reid
Peter Reid: 'Martin O'Neill will get it right'
Former Sunderland boss Peter Reid backs manager Martin O'Neill to improve the club's poor recent form.
Dec 15, 13:36
Robert Koren
Half-Time Report: Robert Koren fires Hull City ahead against Huddersfield Town
Robert Koren's fifth goal of the season puts Hull City in front against Huddersfield Town and on course to record their third consecutive Championship win.
Dec 15, 13:18
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea can win the title'
Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez claims that his side are capable of winning the Premier League this season.
Dec 15, 12:54
Jack Hobbs on March 20, 2012
Team News: Jack Hobbs replaces injured Paul McShane
Hull City boss Steve Bruce makes one change to his starting XI ahead of today's Championship clash with Huddersfield Town, as Jack Hobbs comes in for Paul McShane, who has a calf injury.
Dec 15, 12:26
Hatem Ben Arfa
Team News: Hatem Ben Arfa fails late fitness test ahead of Manchester City match
Hatem Ben Arfa fails a late fitness test and will miss Newcastle United's Premier League clash with Manchester City this afternoon.
Dec 15, 12:15
Burton Albion's John McGrath on January 29, 2012
Burton Albion captain John McGrath close to full fitness
Burton Albion manager Gary Rowett reveals that club captain John McGrath is "not far away" from returning to full fitness.
Dec 13, 21:43
Burton Albion manager Gary Rowett during the match against Accrington Stanley on December 9, 2012
Gary Rowett predicts busy January for Burton Albion
Burton Albion manager Gary Rowett expects the club to be very active during the upcoming January transfer window.
Dec 13, 21:35
Joe Cole is congratulated by Jonjo Shelvey after his goal against West Ham on December 9, 2012
Match Analysis: West Ham United 2-3 Liverpool
Sports Mole looks back at Liverpool's dramatic win over West Ham United and determines whether or not the result was reflective of the action.
Dec 9, 19:20
Kevin Nolan
Live Commentary: West Ham United 2-3 Liverpool - as it happened
Sports Mole provides live text coverage of today's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Liverpool at Upton Park.
Dec 9, 15:05
Kevin Doyle
Live Commentary: Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 Birmingham City - as it happened
Sports Mole provides live text coverage of today's Championship clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Birmingham City at Molineux.
Dec 8, 17:10
Coventry City's David McGoldrick celebrates his first on December 8, 2012
League One roundup
Sports Mole rounds up Saturday's action in League One.
Dec 8, 17:06
Santi Cazorla celebrates scoring for Arsenal on November 17, 2012
Robbie Fowler blasts Santi Cazorla for dive
Former England forward Robbie Fowler accuses Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla of cheating during today's Premier League match against West Bromwich Albion.
Dec 8, 15:53
Mark Selby
Mark Selby: 'I've been trying too hard'
Mark Selby says that he needs to relax in order to recapture the form that took him to the top of the world rankings.
Dec 7, 22:04
Anthony Modeste
Bastia held at Toulouse
Bastia remain without an away win since the opening day after being held to a goalless draw at Toulouse.
Dec 7, 21:43
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Artjoms Rudnevs double inspires Hamburger SV win over Hoffenheim
Hamburger SV climb three places to sixth in the Bundesliga table with a comfortable win over Hoffenheim, courtesy of two goals from Artjoms Rudnevs.
Dec 7, 21:28
Alastair Cook
Jonathan Trott: 'Alastair Cook dejected by run-out'
Jonathan Trott reveals that Alastair Cook was left feeling dejected after his unusual dismissal on day three of England's third Test in India.
Dec 7, 21:10
Jamie O'Hara
Stale Solbakken urges Jamie O'Hara patience
Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Stale Solbakken vows to be patient with Jamie O'Hara, as the midfielder looks to return to action following a lengthy layoff.
Dec 7, 20:46
Middlesbrough's on-loan midfielder Josh McEachran on August 21, 2012
Chelsea youngster Josh McEachran enjoying Middlesbrough loan spell
Chelsea midfielder Josh McEachran says that he is delighted at how well the first four months of his loan spell at Middlesbrough have gone.
Dec 7, 20:17
Fabio Borini
Fabio Borini to make Liverpool return at Stoke City on Boxing Day
Liverpool forward Fabio Borini reveals that he is on course to return from his foot injury in time to feature in the Reds' trip to Stoke City on Boxing Day.
Dec 7, 19:59
Jermain Defoe congratulates Aaron Lennon moments after scoring Tottenham's first goal against Liverpool on November 28, 2012
Jermain Defoe hails "brilliant" Aaron Lennon
Tottenham Hotspur forward Jermain Defoe praises the recent performances of teammate Aaron Lennon, describing the winger's form as "unbelievable".
Dec 7, 19:40
Lucas Moura
Lucas Moura: 'Lionel Messi is like a mirror image of me'
Sao Paulo forward Lucas Moura claims that there are many similarities between himself and Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi.
Dec 7, 19:20
Crewe Alexandra boss Steve Davis on November 20, 2012
Steve Davis extends Crewe Alexandra contract
Crewe Alexandra manager Steve Davis commits his future to the club by signing a new contract at Gresty Road.
Dec 7, 18:55
Oliveira Anderson scores his team's first goal on December 1, 2012
Manchester United midfielder Anderson out until after Christmas
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson confirms that midfielder Anderson will remain on the sidelines until after Christmas with a hamstring injury.
Dec 7, 18:38
Cheick Diabate is congratulated by team mates after scoring his second goal against Newcastle on December 6, 2012
Match Analysis: Bordeaux 2-0 Newcastle United
Sports Mole looks back at Newcastle United's Europa League loss at Bordeaux and determines whether or not the result was reflective of the action.
Dec 6, 21:14
Nile Ranger
Live Commentary: Bordeaux 2-0 Newcastle United - as it happened
Sports Mole provides live text coverage of tonight's Europa League clash between Bordeaux and Newcastle United at Stade Chaban-Delmas.
Dec 6, 17:15
David Beckham celebrates after the final whistle after his team beat Houston Dynamo to win the MLS Cup Final on December 2, 2012
Report: David Beckham to become MLS owner
Former England captain David Beckham is reportedly lined up as a potential owner by two new MLS franchises.
Dec 5, 02:05
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Colombian international goalkeeper Miguel Calero dies
Former Colombia international goalkeeper Miguel Calero passes away at the age of 41, after failing to recover from a stroke.
Dec 5, 01:34
Demba Ba celebrates scoring the opener
Report: Arsenal want Demba Ba
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reportedly plans to activate the release clause in Demba Ba's Newcastle United contract in January.
Dec 5, 01:21
United boss Sir Alex Ferguson applauds the fans after the 3-1 win over QPR on November 24, 2012
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Jose Mourinho could manage Manchester United'
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to deny claims that Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho could replace him at Old Trafford when he retires.
Dec 5, 00:45
Villa Park
Report: Villa, Newcastle, Norwich chase Modou Sougou
Premier League trio Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Norwich City are reportedly poised to battle it out for the signature of CFR Cluj winger Modou Sougou.
Dec 5, 00:12
Andre Santos
Andre Santos: "I am focused on staying at Arsenal"
Arsenal defender Andre Santos insists that he wants to stay at the club and fight for his place in Arsene Wenger's team.
Dec 4, 23:38
Adam Lallana
Report: Newcastle United to bid for Adam Lallana
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew is reportedly planning to make a move for Southampton captain Adam Lallana in January.
Dec 4, 23:17
Shaun Murphy
Roundup: UK Championship day four
Shaun Murphy, Stuart Bingham, Ali Carter and Matthew Stevens progress to the quarter-finals of the UK Championship in York.
Dec 4, 22:45
A frustrated Joe Hart waves to fans after the final whistle on November 21, 2012
Joe Hart: "We have let ourselves down"
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart accuses his teammates of letting themselves down during this season's Champions League campaign.
Dec 4, 22:17
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