Simon Sinclair
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FIFA ethics committee requests Sepp Blatter, Michel Platini sanctions
FIFA's ethics committee's report into alleged wrongdoing by Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini requests for sanctions to made against the duo.
Nov 21, 08:52
Late Mark Bridge strike secures Western Sydney Wanderers win
Western Sydney Wanderers secure a 2-1 victory over the Wellington Phoenix in their A-League clash as Mark Bridge scores five minutes from time at the Pirtek Stadium.
Nov 21, 08:17
Transfer Talk Daily Update: Steven Gerrard, Kyle Lafferty
Sports Mole rounds up all the latest transfer news and reports from around the globe.
Nov 21, 08:13
Kevin Blackwell: 'Queens Park Rangers did not deserve to lose'
Queens Park Rangers interim first-team coach Kevin Blackwell believes that his side were unfortunate to lose their Championship clash against Middlesbrough.
Nov 21, 08:05
Aitor Karanka: 'I had complete faith in Grant Leadbitter'
Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka says that he had complete trust that Grant Leadbitter would convert from the spot in his side's last-gasp win over Queens Park Rangers.
Nov 21, 07:54
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Hugo Lloris will play against West Ham United'
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino says that Hugo Lloris told him that he is fine to start against West Ham United in the aftermath of the Paris attacks.
Nov 21, 07:38
James Tomkins: Dimitri Payet, Enner Valencia injuries a "massive loss"
West Ham United defender James Tomkins admits that his side have been dealt a massive blow following injuries to Dimitri Payet and Enner Valencia.
Nov 21, 07:23
Newcastle United's Cheick Tiote: 'We cannot lose our focus'
Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote is adamant that his side cannot afford to lose their focus following their return to action from the international break.
Nov 21, 07:13
Andy Murray rues costly mistakes in defeat to Stanislas Wawrinka
Andy Murray admits that he made too many cheap mistakes in his straight-sets defeat to Stanislas Wawrinka following his elimination from the ATP World Tour Finals.
Nov 20, 22:50
Roberto Martinez: 'No targets for Everton yet'
Everton boss Roberto Martinez reveals that he has not set his team a long-term target in the Premier League this season.
Nov 20, 22:38
Slaven Bilic: Dimitri Payet is "irreplaceable" for West Ham United
West Ham United boss Slaven Bilic admits that his side cannot replace Dimitri Payet, who has been ruled out of action for three months with an ankle injury.
Nov 20, 22:20
Stanislas Wawrinka dumps Andy Murray out of ATP World Tour Finals
Stanislas Wawrinka beats Andy Murray in straight sets to advance to the last four of the ATP World Tour Finals.
Nov 20, 22:08
Saracens rally to claim bonus-point win over Ulster in Champions Cup clash
Saracens secure their second win of their European Rugby Champions Cup by defeating Ulster 27-9 in their match at the Kingspan Stadium, claiming a bonus-point victory.
Nov 20, 21:44
Alex Samuel salvages point for Greenock Morton against St Mirren
Greenock Morton salvage a point at the death in their Scottish Championship match against their bitter rivals St Mirren thanks to a strike from Alex Samuel.
Nov 20, 21:38
Watford's Almen Abdi relishing Manchester United match
Watford midfielder Almen Abdi reveals that he cannot wait to take on Manchester United in his side's Premier League clash at Vicarage Road.
Nov 20, 20:53
Sunderland's Younes Kaboul upbeat over chances against Crystal Palace
Sunderland defender Younes Kaboul believes that his side are more than capable of taking all three points from their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace.
Nov 20, 20:40
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes determined to end poor run against Southampton
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes outlines his ambition to end his side's poor run of form on their away trips when they face Southampton.
Nov 20, 20:18
Southampton boss Ronald Koeman: 'We have to maintain our momentum'
Southampton boss Ronald Koeman calls on his team to ensure that they maintain their good run of form from before the international break in their clash against Stoke City.
Nov 20, 19:59
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger wary of West Bromwich Albion clash
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger believes that his side will have to be clinical in their Premier League clash against West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.
Nov 20, 19:46
Tony Pulis: 'Arsenal have great Premier League title chance'
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis believes that Arsenal have a great opportunity to end their 12-year Premier League title drought this season.
Nov 20, 19:34
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri: "Everybody wants to stop Jamie Vardy"
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri admits that teams will be going all out to stop Jamie Vardy in the Foxes' upcoming Premier League matches.
Nov 20, 19:20
Newcastle United boss Steve McClaren: 'We have to rise to Leicester City test'
Newcastle United boss Steve McClaren believes that his side will have to produce their best football to earn a positive result from their clash against Leicester City.
Nov 20, 19:08
Preview: Sheffield Wednesday vs. Huddersfield Town
Sports Mole previews the Championship clash between Sheffield Wednesday and Huddersfield Town at Hillsborough.
Nov 19, 22:45
Preview: Brentford vs. Nottingham Forest
Sports Mole previews the Championship clash between Brentford and Nottingham Forest at Griffin Park.
Nov 19, 21:02
Australia's Mitchell Johnson confirms retirement from international cricket
Australia bowler Mitchell Johnson announces that he will retire from all international cricket at the end of the Baggy Greens' second Test against New Zealand.
Nov 17, 01:40
Roy Hodgson: 'Louis van Gaal gave blessing for Jesse Lingard call-up'
England boss Roy Hodgson is adamant that his relationship with Louis van Gaal has not been altered by his decision to call Jesse Lingard into his squad against France.
Nov 17, 01:37
Carlisle United clear Brunton Park pitch after severe flooding
Carlisle United manage to clear their pitch after gallons of water flooded the playing surface at Brunton Park.
Nov 17, 01:15
Report: Australia's Mitchell Johnson to retire from Test cricket
Reports suggest that Australia bowler Mitchell Johnson will retire from Test cricket at the end of his side's second Test against New Zealand in Perth.
Nov 17, 00:58
Niall Quinn praises FAI for Roy Keane assistant decision
Niall Quinn believes that the FAI deserves credit for the decision to name Roy Keane as Martin O'Neill's number two following the Republic of Ireland's qualification for Euro 2016.
Nov 17, 00:40
Roy Keane eyeing Republic of Ireland success at Euros
Roy Keane is adamant that the Republic of Ireland will not be going to Euro 2016 to just make up the numbers after booking their place in the competition.
Nov 17, 00:17
Belgium, Spain friendly match cancelled due to security concerns
The friendly match between Belgium and Spain is cancelled due to security fears at the King Baudouin Stadion in the aftermath of the terror attacks on Paris.
Nov 16, 23:56
James Milner hopeful of improving under Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool midfielder James Milner believes that he can still improve at the age of 29, and feels that Jurgen Klopp is the right manager to bring out his best football.
Nov 16, 23:48
England Under-21s' Duncan Watmore delighted with match-winning display
England Under-21s foward Duncan Watmore admits that he was elated with his display in his side's 3-1 comeback win over Switzerland Under-21s at the Amex Stadium.
Nov 16, 23:32
Gareth Southgate praises Duncan Watmore impact in England Under-21s win
Gareth Southgate praises the impact of Duncan Watmore from the bench to score and provide England Under-21s' other two goals in their win over Switzerland Under-21s.
Nov 16, 23:16
Preview: Italy vs. Romania
Sports Mole previews the friendly clash between Italy and Romania in Bologna.
Nov 16, 18:37
Miami Dolphins come from behind to defeat Philadelphia Eagles
The Miami Dolphins stage a comeback win over the Philadelphia Eagles to end a run of back-to-back defeats in the NFL.
Nov 15, 21:26
Ben Roethlisberger guides Pittsburgh Steelers to victory over Cleveland Browns
The Pittsburgh Steelers remain on course to reach the playoffs as Ben Roethlisberger plays through a foot injury to help his team beat the Cleveland Browns at Heinz Field.
Nov 15, 21:20
Last-second Jason Myers field goal hands Jacksonville Jaguars miraculous win
The Jacksonville Jaguars defeat the Baltimore Ravens 22-20 courtesy of a last-second field goal from Jason Myers in their NFL clash at M&T Bank Stadium.
Nov 15, 21:16
Kirk Cousins inspires Washington Redskins rout of New Orleans Saints
The Washington Redskins secure their fourth win of the season by hammering the New Orleans Saints 47-14 in their NFL match at FedEx Field.
Nov 15, 21:02
Half-Time Report: Philadelphia Eagles hold narrow advantage over Miami Dolphins
The Philadelphia Eagles hold a 16-13 lead over the Miami Dolphins at the break in their NFL clash at Lincoln Financial Field.
Nov 15, 19:43
