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Tim Sherwood: 'Christian Benteke was worth more to Aston Villa'
Tim Sherwood says that Christian Benteke was worth more to Aston Villa than the £32.5m that they received for the striker from Liverpool.Sep 25, 14:58
Sepp Blatter under criminal investigation
The Swiss Attorney General's office opens criminal proceedings against Sepp Blatter on suspicion of criminal mismanagement and misappropriation.Sep 25, 14:33
Tom Ince shocked by reaction to England Under-21s snub
Tom Ince reveals the motivation behind his decision to rule himself out of England Under-21s duty in March and admits that he was surprised by the criticism he received.Sep 25, 14:20
Alexandre Pato reveals Manchester United deadline-day offer
Brazilian striker Alexandre Pato claims that Manchester United made a deadline-day approach to sign him but acted too late to complete a deal.Sep 24, 21:30
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Warrington Wolves end Super 8s with victory over St Helens
Warrington Wolves score six tries to beat St Helens 32-16 in their final Super 8s match of the season.Sep 24, 21:10
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All Blacks made to toil by brave Namibia
New Zealand are made to work hard by minnows Namibia, who scored a second-half try, despite running in nine tries of their own in the Pool C match at the Olympic Stadium.Sep 24, 21:03
David Beckham: 'I know I was not world class'
After Sir Alex Ferguson claimed that he managed only four world-class players at Manchester United, David Beckham insists that he was never at that level.Sep 24, 20:33
Uwe Rosler denies Massimo Cellino interference
Leeds United boss Uwe Rosler insists that he has a good relationship with owner Massimo Cellino.Sep 24, 19:15
Louis van Gaal admits defensive worries
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal admits that injuries to defenders mean that he may have to reshuffle his backline for the Premier League clash with Sunderland.Sep 24, 18:52
Mark Lawrenson: 'Next 10 days massive for Brendan Rodgers'
Ex-Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson says that Brendan Rodgers faces a make-or-break period of fixtures over the next 10 days after edging past Carlisle United.Sep 24, 18:24
Mark Lawrenson: 'Liverpool looked like a team of strangers'
Former Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson slams the performance of Brendan Rodgers's side in the League Cup win over Carlisle United, calling the display "unacceptable".Sep 24, 18:17
Jose Mourinho: 'Walsall style best in League One'
Jose Mourinho praises Walsall's style of football after the 4-1 win in the League Cup third round, calling it the best that he has seen from a club at that level.Sep 24, 17:52
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Rio Ferdinand challenges Sir Alex Ferguson over 'world-class' statement
Rio Ferdinand challenges Sir Alex Ferguson after his former boss left him off the list of four "world-class" players that the Scot managed in his time at Old Trafford.Sep 24, 17:42
Sam Warburton: 'England game one of the biggest in history'
Wales skipper Sam Warburton talks up the importance of his country's World Cup Pool A match against England at Twickenham on Saturday.Sep 24, 17:24
Carlos Carvalhal hails "perfect" Sheffield Wednesday plan
Sheffield Wednesday manager Carlos Carvalhal praises his players for sticking to the gameplan in the 1-0 League Cup third-round win over Newcastle United.Sep 24, 17:10
Charlton Athletic boss Guy Luzon bemoans "harsh" penalty call after Palace defeat
Charlton Athletic manager Guy Luzon questions referee Neil Swarbrick's decision to award Crystal Palace's first penalty after the 4-1 League Cup defeat.Sep 23, 22:06
Keith Millen hails Crystal Palace performance
Crystal Palace assistant manager Keith Millen praises his side's performance after the 4-1 local derby win over Charlton Athletic in the League Cup third round.Sep 23, 21:54
Fiorentina win third game in a row
Two goals in the final 20 minutes see Fiorentina move up to second in Serie A with a 2-0 win over Bologna.Sep 23, 21:18
Scottish League Cup roundup: Celtic, Hearts, Hibernian through
Sports Mole rounds up Wednesday's Scottish League Cup action as Celtic, Hibernian and Hearts seal their place in the fourth round.Sep 23, 21:07
Newcastle United crash out to Sheffield Wednesday
Newcastle United crash out of the League Cup at the third-round stage with a 1-0 home defeat to Sheffield Wednesday.Sep 23, 20:44
Southampton hit MK Dons for six
Jay Rodriguez, Sadio Mane and Shane Long score twice each as Southampton thrash MK Dns 6-0 in the League Cup third round tie at Stadium MK.Sep 23, 20:39
Gayle treble helps Palace beat Charlton
Dwight Gayle hits a second-half hat-trick as Crystal Palace beat local rivals Charlton Athletic 4-1 to advance to round four of the League Cup.Sep 23, 20:38
Javier Hernandez ends Bayern Leverkusen's winless run
Javier Hernandez scores Bayer Leverkusen's first goal in four league games to secure a 1-0 victory over Mainz in the Bundesliga.Sep 23, 20:02
Half-Time Report: Newcastle United booed off after goalless half
A disciplined display from Sheffield Wednesday frustrates Newcastle United and the home fans in the first half of the League Cup third-round tie at St James' Park.Sep 23, 19:47
Half-Time Report: Southampton coasting against MK Dons
Three early goals give Southampton a 3-0 lead over MK Dons in the League Cup third round at Stadium MK.Sep 23, 19:42
Half-Time Report: Crystal Palace, Charlton Athletic goalless at break
Crystal Palace dominate the first half but cannot find a way through in their League Cup third-round match against Charlton Athletic at Selhurst Park.Sep 23, 19:39
Felix Magath: 'Mario Gotze underestimated Bayern Munich move'
Former Bayern Munich manager Felix Magath says that Mario Gotze has failed to replicate his Borussia Dortmund form at the club because he took the move too lightly.Sep 23, 18:40
Team News: Five changes to Newcastle United side against Sheffield Wednesday
Steve McClaren makes five changes to his side for tonight's League Cup third-round tie against Championship side Sheffield Wednesday.Sep 23, 17:58
Team News: Five changes for Southampton at MK Dons
Southampton make five changes to the team which lost 3-2 to Manchester United on Sunday for the trip to MK Dons in the League Cup third round.Sep 23, 17:56
Team News: Crystal Palace make six changes for Charlton Athletic visit
Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew makes seven changes to his side for the League Cup third-round tie with Charlton Athletic.Sep 23, 17:53
Arsene Wenger: 'Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain must believe in himself'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain needs to start playing with more belief and freedom if he is to fulfil his potential as a player.Sep 22, 22:03
Arsene Wenger: 'Olivier Giroud, Theo Walcott will share striker spot'
Arsene Wenger says that Olivier Giroud and Theo Walcott are now sharing the striker spot at the club, and that he will decide who plays up front game by game.Sep 22, 21:54
Gary McAllister: 'Liverpool must be braver on ball'
Liverpool coach Gary McAllister says that the Reds' players need to be braver on the ball and use fans' discontent to spur them on in order to improve their form.Sep 22, 21:45
Roberto Martinez praises Everton goalscorers
Everton manager Roberto Martinez hails the quality of goalscorers Ross Barkley and Gerard Deulofeu after his side came from behind to beat Reading 2-1 in the League Cup.Sep 22, 21:30
Report: John Terry targeting new Chelsea deal
A report claims that John Terry is still confident of being handed a new one-year contract at Chelsea despite losing his place in Jose Mourinho's side.Sep 22, 20:58
Scottish League Cup roundup: Rangers out, Ross County hit seven
Sports Mole rounds up all of Tuesday night's Scottish League Cup third round action as Rangers crash out at home to St Johnstone.Sep 22, 20:40
Juventus seek permanent Juan Cuadrado deal?
Reports claim that Juventus are eager to make Chelsea winger Juan Cuadrado's loan move permanent at the end of the season.Sep 22, 19:50
Karl Robinson: 'I don't care about Southampton match'
MK Dons manager Karl Robinson says that he 'does not really care' about his side's League Cup tie with Southampton on Wednesday night.Sep 22, 18:57
Diego Costa handed three-match ban
Chelsea's Diego Costa is banned for three games after being found guilty of violent conduct by the Football Association.Sep 22, 18:38
Chelsea confirm John Terry, Radamel Falcao will start at Walsall
John Terry and Radamel Falcao will both start for Chelsea in the League Cup third-round tie at Walsall, the club's website confirms.Sep 22, 18:18
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