Nicolas Anelka
Benoit Assou-Ekotto "disappointed" to be charged by Football Association
Benoit Assou-Ekotto admits that he is disappointed to have been charged by the Football Association for making comments about the 'quenelle' gesture.
Apr 3, 02:41
Football Association asks for Nicolas Anelka worldwide ban
FIFA confirms that the FA has asked for Nicolas Anelka's five-match ban to apply to all matches worldwide.
Mar 17, 16:11
Five sacked footballers
After West Bromwich Albion sack Nicolas Anelka, Sports Mole looks back at five other footballers who have had their contracts terminated.
Mar 15, 11:05
West Bromwich Albion give 14 days' notice to Nicolas Anelka
West Bromwich Albion give striker Nicolas Anelka 14 days' notice to terminate his contract.
Mar 14, 23:17
West Bromwich Albion: 'Nicolas Anelka's contract not terminated'
West Brom release a statement denying Nicolas Anelka's claims that he has terminated his Baggies contract following his suspension for an allegedly anti-semitic gesture.
Mar 14, 20:25
Nicolas Anelka 'terminates' West Bromwich Albion contract
Nicolas Anelka says that he has terminated his contract with West Bromwich Albion after failing to agree to their "conditions" in order to return to the side.
Mar 14, 17:46
Pepe Mel has no regrets over taking up West Bromwich Albion position
Pepe Mel insists that he does not regret accepting the head coach role at West Bromwich Albion, despite the possibility of relegation.
Mar 13, 18:57
FA decide against appealing Nicolas Anelka's five-match ban
The Football Association decide against appealing Nicolas Anelka's five-match ban for his controversial 'quenelle' gesture.
Mar 13, 18:39
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews the Premier League meeting between two struggling managers as West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United clash at The Hawthorns.
Mar 6, 19:26
FA release written reasons for Nicolas Anelka ban over 'quenelle' gesture
The FA independent commission release their written reasons behind handing Nicolas Anelka with a five-match ban for his 'quenelle' gesture.
Mar 6, 15:52
FA accused of being "pathetically spineless" in Nicolas Anelka case
Labour MP John Cryer describes the FA as "pathetically spineless" after issuing a five-match ban to Nicolas Anelka for his 'quenelle' gesture.
Mar 6, 15:06
Report: Nicolas Anelka to accept five-match ban for 'quenelle' gesture
West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka is reportedly expected to accept a five-match ban and £80,000 fine for his controversial 'quenelle' gesture.
Mar 6, 09:23
UEFA bans futsal player for 10 matches for 'quenelle' gesture
UEFA bans Belgian futsal player Omar Rahou for 10 matches for making a 'quenelle' gesture during Futsal Euro 2014 in Belgium.
Mar 4, 21:09
James Morrison: 'There's a lot of s*** going on at West Bromwich Albion'
James Morrison says that there has been "a lot of s*** going on" at West Bromwich Albion following managerial changes and Nicolas Anelka's suspension.
Mar 4, 08:30
Greg Dyke: 'Football Association may seek longer Nicolas Anelka ban'
The chairman of the Football Association, Greg Dyke, says that the organisation may appeal against West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka's five-match ban.
Mar 1, 18:00
West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka given five-match ban
West Bromwich Albion forward Nicolas Anelka receives a five-match ban and £80,000 fine for his 'quenelle' gesture.
Feb 27, 17:09
Nicolas Anelka hearing over 'quenelle' gesture to begin today
West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka's hearing into his alleged anti-Semitic 'quenelle' gesture will begin today.
Feb 25, 09:07
Arsene Wenger compares Yaya Sanogo to Nicolas Anelka
Arsene Wenger believes that Yaya Sanogo can make the same impact Nicolas Anelka did during his career at Arsenal.
Feb 22, 04:13
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Fulham
Sports Mole previews Felix Magath's first game in charge of Fulham, which will see his side take on West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.
Feb 20, 16:02
Nicolas Anelka disciplinary hearing to start next week
The disciplinary hearing into Nicolas Anelka's 'quenelle' gesture is due to get underway at the start of next week.
Feb 18, 15:45
Preview: Manchester City vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole looks ahead to Manchester City's home clash with Barcelona in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Feb 16, 11:22
Billy Jones doubtful for West Bromwich Albion
West Bromwich Albion defender Billy Jones could miss Tuesday's Premier League encounter with Chelsea at The Hawthorns due to a knee injury.
Feb 10, 18:01
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks ahead to Tuesday's Premier League meeting between West Bromwich Albion and Chelsea at The Hawthorns.
Feb 10, 13:58
On this day: Stephen Hughes double sinks Chelsea
Sixteen years ago today, Stephen Hughes scores a brace as Arsenal defeat Chelsea 2-0 at Highbury.
Feb 8, 10:08
Preview: Crystal Palace vs. West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and West Brom at Selhurst Park, where Pepe Mel will go in search of his first win as Baggies boss.
Feb 6, 19:55
On this day: Chelsea lose as Fernando Torres makes debut
On this day in 2011, Fernando Torres makes his Chelsea debut in a 1-0 defeat against former side Liverpool.
Feb 6, 09:57
French comedian behind Nicolas Anelka's 'quenelle' gesture banned from UK?
French comedian Dieudonne M'bala M'bala, who created Nicolas Anelka's 'quenelle' gesture, is reportedly banned from entering the UK.
Feb 4, 12:53
Team News: No changes for Liverpool at West Bromwich Albion
Brendan Rodgers sticks with the same XI that trounced Everton for Sunday's Premier League trip to West Bromwich Albion.
Feb 2, 12:41
The Premier League's January transfer window review
Sports Mole reviews the business that each Premier League club carried out during the January transfer window.
Feb 1, 11:41
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool.
Jan 31, 16:18
Team News: Gabriel Agbonlahor misses out on local derby
Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor will miss today's West Midlands derby against West Bromwich Albion because of the foot injury he suffered against Liverpool.
Jan 29, 19:23
Lazio close to Helder Postiga deal
Lazio boss Edy Reja says that the club are close to signing Helder Postiga from Valencia.
Jan 28, 15:27
Nicolas Anelka happy at West Bromwich Albion
Nicolas Anelka admits that he is happy at West Bromwich Albion despite reported interest from Lazio.
Jan 27, 15:25
Lazio want West Bromwich Albion's Nicolas Anelka?
Lazio are willing to offer West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka a six-month deal, according to a report.
Jan 25, 04:13
West Bromwich Albion's Nicolas Anelka denies FA charge
West Bromwich Albion striker Nicolas Anelka formally denies the charge brought against him by the English FA and requests a "personal hearing".
Jan 24, 05:00
Dieudonne M'bala M'bala supports Nicolas Anelka
French comedian Dieudonne M'bala M'bala comes out in support of Nicolas Anelka's controversial 'quenelle' gesture.
Jan 24, 02:41
Romelu Lukaku apologises for 'misunderstood' comments regarding Nicolas Anelka
Romelu Lukaku apologises for any offence caused by his 'misunderstood' comments regarding Nicolas Anelka's 'quenelle' gesture.
Jan 23, 15:38
Roberto Martinez defends Romelu Lukaku's comments backing Nicolas Anelka
Everton boss Roberto Martinez defends Romelu Lukaku's decision to publicly back Nicolas Anelka, who has been charged by the FA for his controversial 'quenelle' gesture.
Jan 23, 11:21
Report: Romelu Lukaku facing Kick It Out axe
Romelu Lukaku could be asked to step down as an ambassador for Kick It Out for supporting Nicolas Anelka, according to a report.
Jan 23, 06:43
Nicolas Anelka asks Football Association to withdraw charge
West Brom striker Nicolas Anelka asks the FA to withdraw their recent charge against him for the 'quenelle' gesture.
Jan 22, 13:51
