Matt Cotton
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Sylvain Distin hails Everton style under Roberto Martinez
Sylvain Distin pays tribute to Roberto Martinez's influence on Everton's style of play after they moved into the Premier League top four.
Dec 23, 08:15
Shane Warne: 'Alastair Cook must get a grip of England'
Shane Warne says that England are in "disarray" and tells Alastair Cook that now is the time to prove his critics wrong and take charge.
Dec 23, 07:57
James Tomkins charged for assaulting police officer
James Tomkins is bailed after being charged with assaulting a police officer outside an Essex nightclub on Sunday.
Dec 23, 07:41
Peter Siddle unfazed by England troubles
Peter Siddle says that Australia have no business getting involved in England's controversial off-field problems.
Dec 23, 07:33
Alan Pardew eyes Newcastle United signings in January
Alan Pardew intends to make several Newcastle United signings in January to keep them in the running for the Champions League places.
Dec 23, 07:13
Monty Panesar defends Graeme Swann swipe
Monty Panesar says that Graeme Swann is "right behind" England amid his controversial comments.
Dec 23, 07:02
Arsene Wenger: 'Mesut Ozil can become Arsenal legend like Robert Pires'
Arsene Wenger says that Mesut Ozil's start to his Arsenal career reminds him of Robert Pires's time in North London
Dec 23, 06:54
Dean Ryan proud despite Worcester Warriors' winless run
Head coach Dean Ryan says that he is looking forward to 2014 despite Worcester Warriors being without an Aviva Premiership win this season.
Dec 23, 06:45
Nigel Davies: 'Gloucester deserved to beat Worcester Warriors'
Nigel Davies says that Gloucester got their "just deserts" against Worcester Warriors on Sunday.
Dec 23, 06:35
Laurent Koscielny to make shock Arsenal return against Chelsea?
Laurent Koscielny could make a surprising comeback for Arsenal against Chelsea despite not being expected to return until later this month, according to a report.
Dec 23, 06:18
Live Commentary: Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 Saint-Etienne - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage from France where Paris Saint-Germain host Saint-Etienne in the Coupe de la Ligue.
Dec 18, 19:25
Live Commentary: Lyon 3-2 Reims - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the Coupe de la Ligue where Lyon host Reims for a place in the quarter-finals.
Dec 18, 15:30
Fabien Barthez to join Paris Saint-Germain
Laurent Blanc will make Fabien Barthez a coach at Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports in France.
Dec 18, 10:10
Nicolas Nkoulou: 'I won't swap Marseille for Arsenal'
Nicolas Nkoulou says that he will stay at Marseille in January and not move to Arsenal or Napoli.
Dec 18, 09:49
Laurent Blanc: 'Paris Saint-Germain out to win Coupe de la Ligue'
Laurent Blanc says that Paris Saint-Germain "owe it" to themselves to win the Coupe de la Ligue this season.
Dec 18, 09:37
Christophe Galtier: 'Saint-Etienne not going to Paris Saint-Germain for Christmas shopping'
Christophe Galtier says that Saint-Etienne want to retain their Coupe de la Ligue title and beat Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday.
Dec 18, 09:23
Bryan Ruiz wanted by Anderlecht
Anderlecht will try to sign Fulham's Bryan Ruiz in January, but only if they fail to land Porto's Steven Defour.
Dec 18, 08:50
Arsenal 'make contact' over Diego Costa transfer
Arsenal are keeping tabs on Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa ahead of a possible move in the January transfer window.
Dec 18, 08:39
Brad Friedel: 'Andre Villas-Boas had players' backing at Tottenham Hotspur'
Brad Friedel says that Andre Villas-Boas never lost the support of the Tottenham Hotspur dressing room prior to his sacking.
Dec 18, 08:16
David Moyes: 'No bids for Wilfried Zaha but move is possible'
David Moyes says that Manchester United are yet to receive any loan bids for Wilfried Zaha but admits that the player could leave.
Dec 18, 08:01
Alastair Cook warns against "radical decisions"
Alastair Cook is cautious against making any "radical decisions" in the heat of the moment in The Ashes.
Dec 18, 07:54
Sam Allardyce: 'Tim Sherwood crazy to take Tottenham Hotspur job'
Sam Allardyce says that Tim Sherwood "must be crazy" to take charge of Tottenham Hotspur.
Dec 18, 07:36
Andy Flower refuses to commit to England
Andy Flower refuses to commit to England once his contract expires at the end of the Ashes series.
Dec 18, 07:25
Mark Hughes: 'Adnan Januzaj must toughen up to succeed'
Mark Hughes says that Adnan Januzaj needs to toughen up ahead of Manchester United's visit to Stoke City in the Capital One Cup.
Dec 18, 07:12
Gus Poyet: 'Sunderland philosophy paying dividends'
Gus Poyet says that his brand of football is beginning to work at Sunderland after dumping Chelsea out of the Capital One Cup.
Dec 18, 06:56
Jose Mourinho reluctant to change Chelsea style
Jose Mourinho does not want to change Chelsea's style of play despite being knocked out of the Capital One Cup to Sunday on Tuesday.
Dec 18, 06:40
Nasser Hussain wants England senior players to focus
Nasser Hussain tells England's more experienced players to focus on the task at hand and avoid a 5-0 hammering in The Ashes.
Dec 18, 06:23
Geoffrey Boycott questions Andy Flower role with England
Geoffrey Boycott questions whether Andy Flower is still the right man to be in charge of the England team.
Dec 18, 06:13
Live Commentary: Mansfield Town 1-4 Oldham Athletic - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live FA Cup coverage where Mansfield Town host Oldham Athletic for a spot in third round against Premier League Liverpool.
Dec 17, 19:14
Lyon wary of Europa League test
Lyon insist that their last-32 clash against Ukrainian minnows FC Chornomorets Odesa in the Europa League will not be easy.
Dec 17, 09:59
Rene Girard: 'Lille have nothing to lose at Paris Saint-Germain'
Lille have nothing to lose when they travel to Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday in Ligue 1, according to manager Rene Girard.
Dec 17, 09:49
Andre Ayew hits back at 'traitor' backlash
Andre Ayew reiterates his commitment to Marseille after receiving abuse from his own fans over a recent picture.
Dec 17, 09:29
Manchester United dealt Edinson Cavani blow
Edinson Cavani will not join Manchester United in the January transfer window, according to the player's agent.
Dec 17, 09:14
Alan Pardew won't rush Newcastle United transfers
Alan Pardew says that Newcastle United will not go on a January transfer spending spree like they did earlier this year.
Dec 17, 09:00
Marc Albrighton wants new Aston Villa deal
Marc Albrighton wants to earn a new contract with Aston Villa after returning to the starting lineup.
Dec 17, 08:41
Andy Murray relishing injury comeback
Andy Murray will make his return to the court at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship next week after recovering from a back problem.
Dec 17, 08:23
Jack Wilshere to learn misconduct fate
The FA have until later on Tuesday to decided whether or not to punish Arsenal's Jack Wilshere.
Dec 17, 08:09
Geoffrey Boycott: '5-0 Ashes whitewash is possible'
Geoffrey Boycott says that England may lose the Ashes 5-0 due to having too many problems in the side.
Dec 17, 07:58
Andy Flower eager to restore England pride
Andy Flower wants England to win the remaining two Ashes Tests to restore some pride having already relinquished the urn to Australia.
Dec 17, 07:35
Peter Siddle: 'Australia consistency was vital'
Peter Siddle says that consistency was the key for Australia to win back The Ashes from England.
Dec 17, 07:13
