Daniel Sturridge
Player Ratings: England 1-2 Italy
Sports Mole takes a look at who impressed during England's 2-1 defeat to Italy in their opening World Cup match this evening.
Jun 15, 02:37
Steven Gerrard optimistic over England progress
Steven Gerrard says that England still have plenty to play for in the World Cup following their defeat to Italy.
Jun 15, 02:07
Roy Hodgson defends Wayne Rooney performance
England coach Roy Hodgson rejects claims that Wayne Rooney looked 'uncomfortable' on the wing in the 2-1 defeat to Italy.
Jun 15, 01:48
Match Analysis: England 1-2 Italy
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at England's 2-1 defeat to Italy in their opening match of the 2014 World Cup.
Jun 15, 01:46
Mario Balotelli goal downs England
England lose their World Cup Group D opener with a 2-1 defeat to Italy in Manaus.
Jun 15, 00:56
England physio picks up injury celebrating equaliser
England physio Gary Lewin has picked up an ankle injury whilst celebrating Daniel Sturridge's first half goal against Italy.
Jun 15, 00:09
Half-Time Report: Daniel Sturridge cancels out Claudio Marchisio opener
England hold Italy to 1-1 at half time in their World Cup Group D opener in Manaus.
Jun 14, 23:48
Alan Shearer: 'Italy clash will be Wayne Rooney's biggest England game'
Former England striker Alan Shearer claims that Wayne Rooney will be playing his "biggest game" for the Three Lions in tonight's Group D opener against Italy in Manaus.
Jun 14, 22:58
Team News: Raheem Sterling starts for England, Gianluigi Buffon out of Italy squad
England name Liverpool midfielder Raheem Sterling in their starting XI for this evening's World Cup Group D opener against Italy in Manaus.
Jun 14, 22:18
Live Commentary: England 1-2 Italy - as it happened
Relive England's 2-1 defeat at the hands of Italy in their World Cup opener courtesy of Sports Mole's live coverage of the match.
Jun 14, 21:30
Report: Raheem Sterling starts for England in Manaus
A report claims that England manager Roy Hodgson has selected an attacking looking lineup for tonight's match against Italy.
Jun 14, 20:46
Joey Barton calls for Daniel Sturridge caution
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton criticises England boss Roy Hodgson for comparing Daniel Sturridge to former Brazil striker Pele, who won three World Cups with the Selecao.
Jun 14, 15:56
Steven Gerrard praises Daniel Strurridge
England captain Steven Gerrard claims that Liverpool and international teammate Daniel Sturridge has the potential to become "one of the best strikers in the world".
Jun 14, 14:37
England vs. Italy: Five key factors
Ahead of England's World Cup opener against Italy this evening, Sports Mole picks out five factors that could have a telling impact on the final result.
Jun 14, 11:14
Wayne Rooney praises Brendan Rodgers role in Daniel Sturridge development
England striker Wayne Rooney attributes Daniel Sturridge's progress to Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers.
Jun 13, 00:48
Preview: England vs. Italy
Sports Mole previews England's opening World Cup match against Italy ahead of the meeting between the two sides in Manaus.
Jun 12, 17:28
Michael Owen: 'Dropping Wayne Rooney is not an option'
England legend Michael Owen stresses that dropping former teammate Wayne Rooney for the opening World Cup game against Italy on Saturday is "not an option".
Jun 12, 14:42
Video: Danny Welbeck beats Raheem Sterling in 'FIFA' tournament at England base
Danny Welbeck beats England teammate Raheem Sterling in a FIFA tournament at the nation's World Cup base in Brazil.
Jun 12, 12:16
Three fans get past armed guards to meet England stars at World Cup hotel
Three supporters manage to trick 20 armed guards into letting them into England's World Cup hotel in Brazil to meet the players.
Jun 11, 13:55
John Barnes: 'Bench Raheem Sterling, Ross Barkley for Italy game'
Ahead of England's World Cup opener against Italy, John Barnes tells Sports Mole that Raheem Sterling and other youngsters would best be used as impact substitutes.
Jun 11, 10:44
Joe Hart to call on England's Liverpool stars to help stop Luis Suarez
Joe Hart believes that England can use the knowledge of their Liverpool stars to try to stop Uruguay's Luis Suarez at the World Cup.
Jun 11, 10:29
John Barnes: Rickie Lambert is "a great signing" for Liverpool
Talking to Sports Mole, John Barnes hails Liverpool's signing of Rickie Lambert, as well as discussing the club's summer transfer plans.
Jun 10, 15:46
Video: Daniel Sturridge, Danny Welbeck try out Brazilian dance style capoeira
Daniel Sturridge and Danny Welbeck try their hand at Brazilian dance capoeira while taking a break from their World Cup preparations.
Jun 10, 11:02
Video: Wayne Rooney joins England teammates for basketball game
Wayne Rooney and Jordan Henderson team up against Raheem Sterling and Danny Welbeck for a basketball game.
Jun 10, 10:01
Phil Jagielka regrets 'Tweet of Death' from England friendly
Phil Jagielka reveals that he got teased by his England teammates after tweeting a photo during last week's friendly against Ecuador.
Jun 9, 09:49
Robbie Fowler: 'Rickie Lambert should start against Italy'
Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler believes that Rickie Lambert should start for England in their opening match of the World Cup against Italy.
Jun 9, 09:44
Glen Johnson: "We are ready now"
England defender Glen Johnson believes that Roy Hodgson's side are ready for the World Cup following their battling encounter against Honduras on Saturday.
Jun 9, 02:48
Gianfranco Zola: 'Italy must stop Daniel Sturridge, Wayne Rooney'
Former Italy international Gianfranco Zola says that the team will need to halt Daniel Sturridge and Wayne Rooney when they face England in the World Cup.
Jun 8, 19:45
Who should start for England against Italy?
Sports Mole picks out the 11 players that we feel should start for England against Italy next Saturday night.
Jun 8, 16:46
Daniel Sturridge struck by beer can during second half in Miami
England forward Daniel Sturridge is hit by a beer can thrown from the crowd during the latter stages of his side's draw against Honduras in Miami.
Jun 8, 07:16
Frank Lampard: 'Chelsea made mistake in selling Daniel Sturridge'
Frank Lampard insists former club Chelsea were wrong to sell Daniel Sturridge to Liverpool.
Jun 8, 00:38
England labour in stormy Honduras draw
England draw their final World Cup warm-up with Honduras in a stormy Miami.
Jun 8, 00:25
Half-Time Report: England level with Honduras after Miami storm delay
England are held by Honduras at half time in their World Cup warm-up game in Miami, which was stopped due to a thunderstorm.
Jun 7, 23:20
Team News: England make 10 changes for Honduras friendly
England manager Roy Hodgson makes 10 changes to England's starting lineup for tonight's friendly against Honduras.
Jun 7, 20:50
Video: Luis Suarez, Neymar among stars in ad for Beats by Dr Dre
Football stars including Neymar and Luis Suarez star in a Beats by Dr Dre short film.
Jun 6, 13:20
Phil Jagielka faces fan backlash for tweeting during England match
Phil Jagielka gets criticised by England fans after tweeting a photo from the bench during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Ecuador in Miami.
Jun 6, 13:09
Steven Gerrard's Instagram debut attracts more than 300,000 followers
Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard attracts more than 300,000 followers after joining Instagram.
Jun 4, 12:31
Alan Shearer: 'Wayne Rooney, Daniel Sturridge partnership is crucial'
Alan Shearer believes that the partnership between Wayne Rooney and Daniel Sturridge is key for England at the World Cup.
Jun 4, 02:42
Liverpool 'door not closed' on Fabio Borini
Fabio Borini's agent insists that the striker wants to stay and fight for his Liverpool future, despite the arrival of Rickie Lambert increasing competition for places.
Jun 3, 23:34
Daniel Sturridge: 'Wayne Rooney makes it easy for me'
England striker Daniel Sturridge claims that playing with Three Lions teammate Wayne Rooney makes his job easier.
Jun 3, 05:41
