Oliver Thomas
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Preview: Turkey vs. Montenegro - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Nations League clash between Turkey and Montenegro, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 9, 12:39
Preview: Iceland vs. Wales - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Nations League clash between Iceland and Wales, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 9, 12:26
Senior Man City figure set for surprise exit after Premier League legal battle victory?
Manchester City director of football Txiki Begiristain is expected to leave the club at the end of this season, according to a report.
Oct 8, 18:39
Rico Lewis: Analysing why Man City's "special talent" can finally be England's left-back solution
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany shares his views to Sports Mole on whether Rico Lewis is capable of solving England's left-back conundrum under interim boss Lee Carsley.
Oct 8, 17:59
'It's silly, naive to think Man City are the big bad evil': Premier League legal battle assessed
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole that it is "silly" and "naive" for people to think that the Citizens "are the big bad evil" amidst the club's ongoing legal battles with the Premier League.
Oct 8, 17:36
Premier League 'rejects' Man City's accusation it "misled" clubs after Associated Party Transactions ruling
The Premier League reportedly rejects Manchester City's accusations that they "misled" the other 19 English top-flight clubs over Monday's ruling on Associated Party Transactions (APT) rules.
Oct 8, 17:09
Kai Havertz injury: Germany confirm Arsenal forward left out of 23-man Nations League squad
Germany name their 23-man squad for two upcoming international matches in the UEFA Nations League, but Arsenal's Kai Havertz is not included due to injury.
Oct 6, 14:02
Manchester City vs. Fulham: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester City and Fulham.
Oct 5, 18:15
Man City 3-2 Fulham: Citizens extend English football record, equal club record in Etihad win
Manchester City set two new records, extending one and equalling another, after beating Fulham 3-2 in the Premier League on Saturday.
Oct 5, 18:07
Manchester City expiring contracts: Who is free to leave next summer and in 2026?
Sports Mole rounds up all of Manchester City's expiring contracts for next summer and in 2026.
Oct 5, 18:00
Bruno Guimaraes: Newcastle star 'not interested' in Man City transfer due to 'two factors'
Manchester City reportedly suffer a transfer blow in their pursuit of Newcastle United and Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes.
Oct 4, 17:40
Jose Mourinho to Everton: Ex-Chelsea boss 'a strong option' to replace Sean Dyche
Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho emerges as 'a strong option' to replace Sean Dyche as Everton manager, according to a report.
Oct 4, 16:23
Joao Pedro injury: Fabian Hurzeler confirms "positive and negative" Brighton news for Tottenham clash
Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler delivers a "positive and negative" injury update on his first-team squad ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
Oct 4, 15:38
Triple boost and one blow: Eddie Howe issues Newcastle injury update for Everton clash
Eddie Howe provides a fresh injury update on five Newcastle United players, including Alexander Isak and Fabian Schar, ahead of Saturday's Premier League trip to Everton.
Oct 4, 15:14
Team News: Manchester City vs. Fulham injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Fulham.
Oct 4, 15:00
"I'm not going to talk" - Pep Guardiola remains coy on Man City future amidst contract concerns
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola refuses to respond to questions about whether he intends to stay at the Etihad Stadium beyond this season.
Oct 4, 14:47
Man City injury news: Pep Guardiola confirms if Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne will play against Fulham
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirms whether Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne will be available to face Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday.
Oct 4, 13:52
Preview: Burton Albion vs. Bristol Rovers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Burton Albion and Bristol Rovers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 23:30
Preview: Mansfield Town vs. Blackpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's League One clash between Mansfield Town and Blackpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 23:15
Bournemouth lineup vs. Leicester: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Bournemouth could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Leicester City.
Oct 3, 18:57
Leicester lineup vs. Bournemouth: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Leicester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.
Oct 3, 18:56
Preview: Leicester City vs. Bournemouth - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Leicester City and Bournemouth, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 18:52
Ipswich lineup vs. West Ham: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Ipswich Town could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with West Ham United.
Oct 3, 17:07
West Ham lineup vs. Ipswich: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how West Ham United could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Ipswich Town.
Oct 3, 17:06
Preview: West Ham United vs. Ipswich Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Ipswich Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 17:01
"It peed me off!" - Kalvin Phillips discusses impact of Pep Guardiola's 'overweight' comments
Kalvin Phillips admits that he is still "peed off" with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola labelling him as 'overweight' during his time at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 3, 16:42
Man City 'will do everything they can' to agree new contract with star player
Manchester City will 'do everything they can' to tie Kevin De Bruyne down to a new contract at the Etihad Stadium, according to a report.
Oct 3, 16:18
Arsenal, Man United-linked Benjamin Sesko addresses Leipzig future amid 'interest from 20 clubs'
As many as 20 clubs including Arsenal and Manchester United seemingly suffer a blow in their pursuit of RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.
Oct 3, 15:57
Man City vs. Fulham: Erling Haaland's record vs. the Cottagers
Sports Mole takes a look at Manchester City striker Erling Haaland's record against Fulham, including overall wins, goals and assists.
Oct 3, 13:32
Fulham lineup vs. Man City: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Fulham could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
Oct 3, 13:16
Man City lineup vs. Fulham: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Fulham.
Oct 3, 13:15
Preview: Manchester City vs. Fulham - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Fulham, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 3, 13:04
Man City vs. Fulham: Pep Guardiola told how Cottagers are 'more than capable' of exposing long-term 'weakness'
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole that Fulham are 'more than capable' of exposing a long-term 'weakness' of the Citizens in Saturday's Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 3, 12:49
Thursday's Europa League predictions including Porto vs. Man United
Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Europa League fixtures, including Porto vs. Man United.
Oct 3, 06:00
Man City handed Matheus Nunes boost amid Madrid 'arrest' reports
Man City midfielder Matheus Nunes will reportedly face no action from Spanish authorities after 'exaggerated' reports claim he was arrested in Madrid during last month's international break.
Oct 3, 00:05
Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot lining up shock £42m bid for Champions League star?
Liverpool reportedly enter the race to sign a 22-year-old attacker who has starred in the Champions League this season.
Oct 2, 23:48
Martin Zubimendi clears up rumours he regretted not joining Liverpool in summer
Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi clears up rumours suggesting that he regrets not joining Liverpool in the summer.
Oct 2, 23:22
Samuele Ricci to Man City: Expert explains why £30m January transfer is "sensible" amid Rodri blow
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany tells Sports Mole that he can envisage the Citizens signing a £30m midfielder in January if they decide to recruit a replacement for injured star Rodri.
Oct 2, 23:00
