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Dean Elgar hits Sri Lanka for half-century at lunch
South Africa record figures of 111-1 over Sri Lanka in the first session of their opening Test, courtesy of Dean Elgar's half-century before lunch.Jul 16, 07:10
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Alan Pardew talks up Emmanuel Riviere, Daryl Janmaat moves
Alan Pardew says that Newcastle are keen on signing Emmanuel Riviere and claims that he is "pretty close" to capturing Daryl Janmaat.Jul 16, 06:49
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Ashley Cole defends Jack Wilshere smoking
Ashley Cole says that Jack Wilshere will learn from his mistakes after being caught smoking again, but claims that the incident was blown out of proportion. Jul 16, 06:35
Bayern Munich confirm Toni Kroos, Real Madrid negotiations
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says that Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are negotiating a move for Toni Kroos.Jul 16, 06:14
7am Transfer Talk Update: Enner Valencia, Alvaro Negredo, Michu
Sports Mole brings you the latest gossip doing the rounds from this summer's transfer window.Jul 16, 06:00
Sam Allardyce enthused by Aaron Creswell business
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce says that his £3.75m capture of Aaron Creswell represents a bargain in the modern transfer climate.Jul 16, 05:57
Report: West Ham United seal Enner Valencia deal
West Ham seal a £15m deal to sign Ecuador and Pachua striker Enner Valencia, according to reports.Jul 16, 05:30
Michael Owen: 'Manchester United to replace Arsenal in top four'
Michael Owen says that former club Manchester United will seal a top-four place next season at the expense of Arsenal.Jul 16, 05:19
Liam Moore, Jeff Schlupp ink Leicester City extensions
Leicester reward defenders Jeff Schlupp and Liam Moore with contract extensions that will keep the duo at the King Power Stadium until 2017.Jul 12, 00:50
Report: Chelsea to hijack Arsenal's Sami Khedira move
Chelsea are poised to rival Arsenal for the signing of Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira, according to reports.Jul 12, 00:38
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James Lowes prepares for Bradford Bulls relegation
Bradford Bulls boss James Lowes says that his team will go down fighting in the event that they are relegated from the Super League this season.Jul 12, 00:21
AC Milan confirm Robinho, Orlando City negotiations
AC Milan chief Adriano Galliani confirms that negotiations are underway with Orlando City over the sale of Robinho this summer.Jul 12, 00:04
Juninho calls for Luis Felipe Scolari resignation
Juninho Pernambucano claims that Brazil coach Luis Felipe Scolari should have done the 'honourable' thing and resigned following the 7-1 defeat to Germany.Jul 11, 23:47
Hristo Stoichkov: 'Incompetent Barcelona will regret Sanchez sale'
Barcelona legend Hristo Stoichkov claims that the Catalans' directors "do not understand football" after selling Alexis Sanchez.Jul 11, 23:30
Inter Milan call off Stevan Jovetic pursuit
Piero Ausilio reveals that Inter will not be signing Stevan Jovetic this summer after claiming that Manchester City were not keen to sell.Jul 11, 23:10
Stoke City "quietly confident" of signing Bojan Krkic
Stoke chairman Peter Coates says that the club are closing in on the signing of Barcelona youth Bojan Krkic.Jul 11, 22:50
Aaron Ramsey tips Alexis Sanchez to shine
Arsenal ace Aaron Ramsey tips Alexis Sanchez to be an instant success at the Emirates Stadium following his £30m move.Jul 11, 22:31
Inter Milan confirm Gary Medel interest
Inter Milan reveal that Cardiff midfielder Gary Medel is indeed on their transfer radar amid reports linking the Chilean to San Siro.Jul 11, 22:12
Dirk Kuyt launches Robin van Persie defence
Netherlands midfielder Dirk Kuyt defends Robin van Persie against claims of sub-par performances in the elimination stages of the World Cup.Jul 11, 17:58
Thomas Muller: 'Lionel Messi never beats me'
Thomas Muller says that Germany have a good-luck omen going for them ahead of Sunday's World Cup final with Argentina. Jul 11, 17:35
Alejandro Sabella to quit Argentina post
Alejandro Sabella will call time on his three-year spell as Argentina coach after Sunday's World Cup final with Germany, according to his agent.Jul 11, 17:17
Luiz Felipe Scolari aims to salvage pride
Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari issues a rallying call to his Selecao troops to restore some pride by beating Netherlands in Saturday's third-place playoff.Jul 11, 16:51
Philipp Lahm: 'Experience can help Germany reach finish line'
Philipp Lahm hopes that Germany's collective experience on the big stage can see them pip Argentina to World Cup glory on Sunday.Jul 11, 16:33
Germany boast "special plan" to stop Lionel Messi
Germany assistant coach Hansi Flick says that a "special plan" awaits Argentina's Lionel Messi in Sunday's World Cup final.Jul 11, 16:16
Carlos Valderrama: 'Real Madrid a good fit for James Rodriguez'
Colombia star James Rodriguez is good enough to play for Real Madrid, according to Carlos Valderrama.Jul 11, 16:01
Franz Beckenbauer warns of Lionel Messi "genius"
Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer urges his compatriots to remember that "one stroke of genius" from Lionel Messi could hand Argentina World Cup glory on Sunday.Jul 11, 15:46
Preview:Brazil vs. Netherlands
Sports Mole previews Brazil's third-place playoff with the Netherlands on Saturday as the host nation go in search of redemption.Jul 11, 15:26
Sergio Aguero unfazed by Arjen Robben comments
Argentina ace Sergio Aguero says that he and his Albiceleste teammates are not bothered by what Arjen Robben has had to say recently.Jul 11, 14:34
Mark Hughes rules out Peter Crouch exit
Stoke boss Mark Hughes says that Mame Biram Diouf's arrival will not see Peter Crouch leave the club this summer.Jul 10, 21:55
Jan Vertonghen agent coy on Barcelona link
Jan Vertonghen's agent refuses to confirm or deny that Barcelona could be one of the "several clubs" keen on signing the defender.Jul 10, 21:39
Rob Burrow excited over Leeds Rhinos return
Rob Burrow expresses his excitement over making his Leeds Rhinos return in Friday's clash with Hull KR.Jul 10, 21:29
Report: Marouane Chamakh to pen Crystal Palace extension
Crystal Palace striker Marouane Chamakh is poised to ink a two-year contract extension at Selhurst Park within 24 hours, according to reports.Jul 10, 21:17
Wakefield Trinity Wildcats boost playoff hopes by beating Widnes Vikings
Wakefield move two points adrift of a playoff spot in the Super League after beating Widnes Vikings 12-10 at Belle Vue.Jul 10, 20:50
Theo Walcott hails Alexis Sanchez signing
Theo Walcott welcomes Alexis Sanchez to Arsenal and says that he is relishing the prospect of playing with the Chile star.Jul 10, 20:26
Late Anthony Griffiths-Junior header denies Derby County XI
A Derby County XI are held to a 1-1 draw by Mickleover Sports in a pre-season friendly.Jul 10, 20:16
Ronald Koeman: 'Dusan Tadic can fill Adam Lallana void'
Ronald Koeman backs Southampton's latest recruit Dusan Tadic to fill the void left by Adam Lallana.Jul 10, 20:02
Arsenal confirm Alexis Sanchez deal
Arsenal confirm that they have reached an agreement with Barcelona to sign Alexis Sanchez this summer.Jul 10, 19:05
Bolton Wanderers held by Brondby in pre-season opener
Brondby hold Bolton to a 1-1 draw as Dougie Freedman's side miss the chance to kick off their pre-season campaign with a win.Jul 10, 19:01
Report: Alexis Sanchez's Arsenal move gathers pace
Arsenal's prospective acquisition of Alexis Sanchez reportedly gathers pace amid reports that the Chile international is closing in on a switch to the Emirates.Jul 10, 18:43
Adam Rooney hat-trick downs Daugava Riga
Adam Rooney scores three times as Aberdeen move into the second-round qualifying stage of the Europa League off the back of a 8-0 aggregate win over Daugava Riga.Jul 10, 18:25
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