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Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Sunday's sporting social: Tyson Fury inspired by father and Richarlison returns
The best of the day's social media posts from the sporting world.
Nov 22, 20:11
England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles pictured in 2008
An in-depth look at dementia in footballers
The issue is back in the spotlight following Sir Bobby Jack Charlton's recent diagnosis.
Nov 20, 17:29
England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles pictured in 2008
Nobby Stiles's son: 'Former players are struggling and need help'
Former Manchester United and England midfielder Nobby Stiles died aged 78 last month.
Nov 18, 17:25
Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk collides with Everton's Jordan Pickford in the Premier League on October 17, 2020
Monday's sporting social: Players support Van Dijk, Lineker regrets mask error
Virgil Van Dijk is facing a lengthy spell out injured, while Gary Lineker apologised after forgetting to wear a mask as he entered a store.
Oct 19, 19:14
Everton's James Rodríguez celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on October 3, 2020
Everton continue excellent start with win over Brighton & Hove Albion at Goodison Park
The striker was called up to the England squad earlier this week.
Oct 3, 17:13
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace on July 16, 2020
Rashford raises bar as Ozil celebrates Arsenal anniversary - Tuesday's sporting social
The Manchester United forward is spearheading a task force on the issue of child food poverty, while England's new shirt is out.
Sep 1, 19:03
Alan Shearer pictured in 2006
Thursday's sporting social: Well-wishers, words of wisdom and a welcome to Wane
Alan Shearer has turned 50.
Aug 13, 19:57
England's Stuart Broad in action against Pakistan on August 7, 2020
Test triumph and Tyson's trout toast - Saturday's sporting social
Elsewhere, Bastian Schweinsteiger enjoyed his morning coffee rather more than Neil Robertson.
Aug 8, 20:11
Willie Thorne pictured in 2011
Gary Lineker leads tributes to snooker favourite Willie Thorne
The former England striker was a long-time friend of the Leicester cueman.
Jun 17, 12:07
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling after suffering injury in the Premier League on February 2, 2020.
Sterling, Sancho, De Bruyne, more unite for anti-racism video
Raheem Sterling posted the video on social media with the hashtag #timeforchange.
Jun 16, 21:51
Paulo Dybala celebrates scoring for Juventus on March 8, 2020
Coronavirus roundup: All the latest news from the world of sport on May 20
Sports Mole rounds up the latest Coronavirus news from across the entertainment world.
May 20, 23:39
Match of the Day host Gary Lineker
Gary Lineker and Millie Bright thank key workers - Wednesday's goodwill stories
Athletes across a variety of sports have been returning to training.
May 20, 20:29
Dion Dublin pictured in 2017
A look at sports stars turned TV personalities on Dion Dublin's birthday
Dublin has turned his hand to television presenting following his retirement.
Apr 22, 08:48
PFA chief Gordon Taylor pictured in February 2013
Coronavirus latest: Wayne Rooney, Gordon Taylor defend players over pay cuts
The Health Secretary had made comments about footballers' response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 5, 22:59
Harry Kane in action for Spurs on December 28, 2019
Gary Lineker expects Man United, Man City, Barcelona interest in Harry Kane
Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Gary Lineker expects some of Europe's biggest clubs - including Manchester United, Barcelona and Real Madrid - to target Harry Kane.
Apr 4, 11:22
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero on January 21, 2020
Alan Shearer: 'Sergio Aguero better than Thierry Henry'
Former England striker Alan Shearer ranks Sergio Aguero ahead of Thierry Henry in his list of the Premier League's all-time greatest goalscorers.
Mar 30, 15:41
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on March 7, 2020
Coronavirus: Lionel Messi among football legends to launch awareness campaign
A video featuring several current and former footballers has been released.
Mar 23, 20:22
Match of the Day host Gary Lineker
Coronavirus latest: Gary Lineker self-isolating after son displays symptoms
The former England captain's son George has shown signs of the virus.
Mar 23, 12:17
Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino prowls the touchline on September 28, 2019
Gary Lineker: 'Tottenham Hotspur will not find better than Mauricio Pochettino'
The former striker questioned his old club's decision to sack the man who took them to last season's Champions League final.
Nov 19, 20:28
England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966
England's greatest ever XI including Steven Gerrard, Bobby Moore, Wayne Rooney
Sports Mole selects its all-time England XI ahead of the Three Lions' 1,000th international fixture on Thursday evening.
Nov 12, 22:40
Aaron Connolly pictured from Brighton on October 5, 2019
Aaron Connolly in no doubt over penalty decision in Everton match
The contentious penalty helped Brighton to a 3-2 win.
Oct 27, 23:49
Chris Sutton pictured in November 2016
Chris Sutton demands apology from PFA chief after dementia study
The former England striker's father Mike, an ex-Norwich player, is suffering from the illness.
Oct 21, 18:43
Gary Lineker pictured in April 2017
Aberdeen named as host city for 2019 BBC Sports Personality of the Year
It is the first time the north-eastern Scottish city has hosted the event.
Sep 17, 12:38
Derby County boss Frank Lampard celebrates reaching the playoffs on May 5, 2019
Didier Drogba leads Chelsea legends in welcoming Frank Lampard 'home'
Michael Essien and Mario Melchiot also sent good luck messages to their former Chelsea team-mate.
Jul 4, 11:48
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Monaco Grand Prix on May 26, 2019
Lewis Hamilton pays tribute to Harry Shaw after five-year-old's death
The youngster had been suffering from Ewing's Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer.
Jun 4, 18:22
Barcelona GOAT Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring during the Champions League semi-final against Liverpool on May 1, 2019
Gary Lineker 'makes no apologies' for celebrating Messi goal
The BT Sport host was caught on camera celebrating after the Barcelona star's spectacular goal in the Champions League semi-final.
May 2, 14:16
Jamie Vardy gets his tongue out after scoring for Leicester City on April 6, 2019
Jamie Vardy: "There's still work to be done"
Leicester striker keen to keep making the right impression.
Apr 7, 22:30
Manchester United's Romelu Lukaku gets a shot away against Southampton in the Premier League on March 2, 2019.
'Match of the Day' running order revealed
The running order for tonight's edition of Match of the Day is revealed.
Mar 2, 19:58
Spurs frontman Harry Kane sits injured on January 13, 2019
Gary Lineker urges Harry Kane to be patient on return from injury
Tottenham Hotspur legend Gary Lineker fears that Harry Kane could be rushed back from his latest ankle injury, with the striker in line to return in the next fortnight.
Feb 9, 18:27
Marco Silva in charge of Everton on October 5, 2018
Watford say sorry after Marco Silva joke branded 'disrespectful' by Gary Lineker
The tweet referenced Lineker's statement last year that the sacking of former boss Silva was an "absurd decision".
Jan 21, 16:49
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech claps supporters after his side's Premier League defeat to Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Glowing tributes pour in for retiring goalkeeper Petr Cech
The 36-year-old has announced he will hang up his gloves at the end of the season.
Jan 15, 15:11
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech claps supporters after his side's Premier League defeat to Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Lineker leads tributes to 'wonderful keeper' Cech
The Arsenal keeper has announced he will retire at the end of the season.
Jan 15, 11:58
Raheem Sterling celebrates putting his side back ahead during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
Patrice Evra dismayed by Raheem Sterling abuse
Former Manchester United star was on the receiving end of racist abuse from Luis Suarez in 2011.
Dec 9, 18:48
Raheem Sterling celebrates putting his side back ahead during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
Patrice Evra dismayed by Raheem Sterling abuse
Former Manchester United star was on the receiving end of racist abuse from Luis Suarez in 2011.
Dec 9, 16:44
Raheem Sterling celebrates putting his side back ahead during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Bournemouth on December 1, 2018
Racism in football needs to be dealt with at the top – Lord Ouseley
Sterling has received widespread support for his comments.
Dec 9, 13:46
Gary Lineker pictured in April 2017
Gary Lineker makes Kilmarnock title promise
The former England striker stripped to his boxer shorts after Leicester won the Premier League title in 2016.
Dec 6, 08:37
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool14112129111835
2Chelsea1594235181731
3Arsenal1585229151429
4Manchester CityMan City158342721627
5Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest157441918125
6Aston Villa157442323025
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton156632522324
8Bournemouth157352320324
9Brentford157263128323
10Fulham156542220223
11Tottenham HotspurSpurs1562731191220
12Newcastle UnitedNewcastle155551921-220
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd155461918119
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham155372028-818
15Everton143561421-714
16Leicester CityLeicester153572130-914
17Crystal Palace152761420-613
18Ipswich TownIpswich151681427-139
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1523102338-159
20Southampton1512121131-205


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