![Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan for Match of the Day Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan for Match of the Day](https://sm.imgix.net/25/03/kelly-cates-mark-chapman-gabby-logan.jpeg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Presenting trio to replace Gary Lineker on Match of the Day
Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan are named as the new presenters of Match of the Day from next season.
Jan 15, 17:30
![Fulham's Antonee Robinson has been linked with a move to Anfield on December 17, 2024 Fulham's Antonee Robinson has been linked with a move to Anfield on December 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Antonee Robinson transfer update: Left-backs Liverpool, Arne Slot could replace Andy Robertson with in the summer
Liverpool must look to replace veteran Andy Robertson sooner rather than later, with the likes of Antonee Robinson a possible target for Arne Slot.
Dec 17, 23:56
![Manchester City's Rodri poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 28, 2024 Manchester City's Rodri poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 28, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Rodri injury update: Man City midfielder sets new return date as positive update emerges
Manchester City midfielder Rodri provides a positive update on his recovery from an ACL injury and has set a new target for when he wishes to return.
Nov 28, 09:01
![Roman Kemp for Soccer Aid 2021 Roman Kemp for Soccer Aid 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Roman Kemp in line for Match of the Day role?
Roman Kemp is reportedly in the frame for a new digital role on Match of the Day following Gary Lineker's impending exit.
Nov 19, 02:00
![Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti on October 5, 2024 Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti on October 5, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti reveals truth behind England job links
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti reveals the truth behind speculation linking him with the England manager's job.
Oct 18, 23:32
![Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured on August 25, 2024 Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured on August 25, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
FA 'contacted' Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti over England job before Thomas Tuchel appointment
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly one of the 10 coaches the FA spoke to in their search for the new England manager over the summer.
Oct 16, 23:25
![England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on July 6, 2024 England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on July 6, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024: Will Gareth Southgate leave role as England manager after final loss?
England head coach Gareth Southgate offers no guarantees over his future following Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.
Jul 14, 23:16
![Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014 Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024 final: Spain vs. England all-time XI including Rooney, Ramos and Raul
Looking back over the long history of both nations featuring in the Euro 2024 final, Sports Mole selects an all-time Spain and England combined XI.
Jul 13, 14:55
![The Netherlands' Memphis Depay celebrates in 2019 The Netherlands' Memphis Depay celebrates in 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Netherlands vs. England: Classic contests ahead of Euro 2024 semi-final
Sports Mole looks at five classic contests between the Netherlands and England ahead of Wednesday's Euro 2024 semi-final.
Jul 8, 13:59
![Italy's Gianluca Scamacca looks dejected on June 29, 2024 [IMAGO] Italy's Gianluca Scamacca looks dejected on June 29, 2024 [IMAGO]](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024: Italy labelled 'worst team in a lifetime' after 'shambolic' Swiss defeat
Defending European champions Italy are heavily criticised following their "shambolic" 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the last 16 of Euro 2024 on Saturday.
Jun 29, 23:06
![England's Harry Kane on June 7, 2024 England's Harry Kane on June 7, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024: England captain Harry Kane hits back at certain Three Lions critics
England captain Harry Kane hits back at certain pundits who criticised the team following last week's 1-1 draw with Denmark.
Jun 23, 19:56
![Alan Hansen pictured in 1998 [IMAGO] Alan Hansen pictured in 1998 [IMAGO]](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Liverpool legend Alan Hansen discharged from hospital following 'serious' illness
Liverpool and Scotland legend Alan Hansen is discharged from hospital following a serious illness, the 69-year-old's family confirm.
Jun 23, 15:47
![England's Jude Bellingham applauds fans after the match on June 16, 2024 England's Jude Bellingham applauds fans after the match on June 16, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jude Bellingham surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo, Michael Owen to make history
England midfielder Jude Bellingham surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael Owen in Sunday's 1-0 win over Serbia at Euro 2024.
Jun 17, 00:11
![TNT presenter Laura Woods before the match in October 2023 TNT presenter Laura Woods before the match in October 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024: Who are the BBC and ITV pundits and which team are they predicting to win?
Ahead of Euro 2024 getting underway, Sports Mole looks at the presenters and pundits signed up to the tournament for BBC and ITV, and which team they are backing to win.
Jun 12, 17:13
![Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024 Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Manchester City vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Manchester City and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 25, 12:32
![Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
'I'm closer to leaving than staying' - Pep Guardiola hints at Manchester City exit
Pep Guardiola admits he is "closer to leaving than staying" at Manchester City after leading the club to a record fourth consecutive Premier League title.
May 19, 22:51
![Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola before the match on April 20, 2024 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola before the match on April 20, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
'I don't understand how we survived' - Pep Guardiola reacts after beating Chelsea in FA Cup
Pep Guardiola launches a scathing attack on the football authorities for their "unacceptable" decision following Manchester City's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals on Saturday.
Apr 20, 21:17
![England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966 England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England vs. Belgium all-time combined XI: Who makes the cut alongside Bobby Moore, Kevin De Bruyne?
Ahead of England's clash with Belgium on Tuesday, Sports Mole compiles an all-time greatest XI of players to have represented either nation.
Mar 25, 18:01
![Everton's Andre Gomes celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace on January 17, 2024 Everton's Andre Gomes celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace on January 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Everton vs. Luton Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Everton and Luton Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 25, 15:55
![Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min celebrates scoring their second goal with Richarlison on December 31, 2023 Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min celebrates scoring their second goal with Richarlison on December 31, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Tottenham Hotspur out to break club goalscoring record in Manchester United clash
Tottenham Hotspur can set a new club goalscoring record when they lock horns with Manchester United in Sunday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford.
Jan 13, 12:26
![Timo Werner warms up for RB Leipzig in March 2023 Timo Werner warms up for RB Leipzig in March 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Shirt numbers available to Timo Werner at Tottenham Hotspur
Ahead of Timo Werner's loan move to Tottenham Hotspur from RB Leipzig, Sports Mole takes a look at which shirt numbers could be on offer to the striker in North London.
Jan 6, 22:09
![Jack Whitehall pictured on February 18, 2020 Jack Whitehall pictured on February 18, 2020](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jack Whitehall opens up on night out with Man City squad
Comedian Jack Whitehall recalls his big night out doing shots with the Manchester City squad over the summer.
Dec 3, 16:07
![Terry Venables pictured in 1987 Terry Venables pictured in 1987](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Former England manager Terry Venables dies aged 80
Former England, Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona manager Terry Venables dies at the age of 80 following a long battle with illness.
Nov 26, 12:17
![Sainte press shot Sainte press shot](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League predictions gameweek 13: Sainte vs. Sports Mole
Sports Mole takes on Leicester-based rapper Sainte for a Premier League predictions challenge in gameweek 13 of the 2023-24 season.
Nov 24, 11:53
![Everton's Graeme Sharp and Liverpool's Barry Venison in action in 1986 Everton's Graeme Sharp and Liverpool's Barry Venison in action in 1986](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton's top-five best Anfield Merseyside derby moments
Ahead of Saturday's Merseyside derby at Anfield, Sports Mole looks back at Everton's finest moments at the ground of their bitter rivals.
Oct 19, 09:00
![Nottingham Forest's Trevor Francis pictured on January 1, 1970 Nottingham Forest's Trevor Francis pictured on January 1, 1970](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Former England striker Trevor Francis dies, aged 69
Former England, Birmingham City and Nottingham Forest striker Trevor Francis dies aged 69.
Jul 24, 16:51
![Gary Lineker in his Match of the Day pomp Gary Lineker in his Match of the Day pomp](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
BBC director-general brands Gary Lineker "immense value" for BBC
BBC director-general Tim Davie defends Gary Lineker's £1.35m annual salary, arguing that he provides "immense value" for the broadcaster.
Jul 18, 16:17
![Manor Solomon celebrates scoring for Fulham in February 2023 Manor Solomon celebrates scoring for Fulham in February 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Shirt numbers available to Manor Solomon at Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes a look at which shirt numbers are available to Manor Solomon at Tottenham Hotspur following his arrival on a free transfer.
Jul 11, 13:35
![New Dragons' Den star Steven Bartlett New Dragons' Den star Steven Bartlett](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Steven Bartlett denies Dragons' Den exit
Dragons' Den star Steven Bartlett denies that he has left the show, having previously suggested that he had quit.
Jun 29, 21:17
![Jason Sudeikis in Ted Lasso S01E10 Jason Sudeikis in Ted Lasso S01E10](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Ted Lasso features major cameo in penultimate episode
A top Premier League manager makes a surprise appearance in the latest episode of Apple TV+'s Ted Lasso.
May 24, 11:15
![Jake Humphrey pictured in January 2021 Jake Humphrey pictured in January 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jake Humphrey to leave BT Sport after 10 years
Jake Humphrey announces that he is leaving BT Sport next month after a decade with the broadcaster.
May 23, 15:58
![Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on March 23, 2023 Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on March 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Harry Kane looking to break Wembley goalscoring record for England
England captain Harry Kane will be looking to break a Wembley goalscoring record when he leads his country against Ukraine this evening.
Mar 26, 09:24
![Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on March 23, 2023 Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on March 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Harry Kane becomes England's all-time record goalscorer
Harry Kane becomes England's all-time record goalscorer, surpassing Wayne Rooney with a 54th strike during their Euro 2024 qualifier against Italy.
Mar 23, 20:30
![Gary Lineker pictured in April 2017 Gary Lineker pictured in April 2017](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Gary Lineker 'to be offered BT Sport return'
Gary Lineker is reportedly wanted by BT Sport to head up its football coverage next season.
Mar 15, 15:44
![Gary Lineker in his Match of the Day pomp Gary Lineker in his Match of the Day pomp](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Gary Lineker to return to Match of the Day following BBC suspension
The BBC announces that Gary Lineker will return to present Match of the Day after he was suspended following an impartiality row over his comments about the Government's asylum policy.
Mar 13, 16:45
![An empty studio on Match of the Day An empty studio on Match of the Day](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League players 'planning to boycott BBC interviews'
Premier League players are reportedly discussing boycotting BBC interviews this weekend in support of removed Match of the Day host Gary Lineker.
Mar 11, 09:17
![An empty studio on Match of the Day An empty studio on Match of the Day](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Match of the Day to air without presenter or pundits this week
The BBC confirms that Match of the Day will air this weekend without Gary Lineker, Ian Wright or Alan Shearer.
Mar 10, 22:24
![Gary Lineker in his Match of the Day pomp Gary Lineker in his Match of the Day pomp](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
BBC suspends Gary Lineker as Match of the Day host
Gary Lineker is suspended as host of Match of the Day following his Twitter comments about the government's immigration proposals.
Mar 10, 17:57
![France's Kylian Mbappe poses with his Golden Boot award during the award ceremony after the match on December 18, 2022 France's Kylian Mbappe poses with his Golden Boot award during the award ceremony after the match on December 18, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
World Cup Golden Boot: Past winners
Sports Mole looks at all of the previous winners of the World Cup Golden Boot award.
Dec 19, 20:49
![Germany's Miroslav Klose holds the World Cup trophy after the 2014 World Cup final against Argentina at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro July 13, 2014 Germany's Miroslav Klose holds the World Cup trophy after the 2014 World Cup final against Argentina at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro July 13, 2014](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
World Cup leading goalscorers of all time: Lionel Messi eyes Pele mark in final
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France, Sports Mole looks at the leading goalscorers in the competition's history.
Dec 16, 14:58