Stephen Topping
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Jose Fonte: 'Southampton must improve at home'
Southampton team captain Jose Fonte believes that his side must improve their home form if they are to challenge for a top-six place in the Premier League.
Nov 28, 14:59
Team News: DeAndre Yedlin starts for Sunderland against unchanged Stoke City
Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce makes one change for his side's clash with the unchanged Stoke City, as DeAndre Yedlin comes in for the suspended Billy Jones.
Nov 28, 14:16
Team News: Bournemouth, Everton name unchanged XI
Bournemouth and Everton both name unchanged sides for their Premier League clash at Dean Court, as Brendan Galloway continues at left-back for the visitors.
Nov 28, 14:11
Team News: Manchester City, Southampton make four changes
Both Manchester City and Southampton make four changes for their Premier League clash this afternoon, as Fabian Delph starts for the hosts.
Nov 28, 14:06
Nuno: 'Valencia will progress to Champions League knockout stage'
Valencia coach Nuno believes that his side were punished for their mistakes by Zenit St Petersburg, but that they will progress from Group H of the Champions League.
Nov 24, 22:59
Jermaine Jenas: "Amazing" Jurgen Klopp does not need superstars at Liverpool
Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Jermaine Jenas believes that recently-appointed Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has enough ability not to rely on "superstar" players.
Nov 24, 22:39
Joe Hart: 'Manchester City moving in right direction'
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart believes that his team are "moving in the right way" with their Champions League performances this season, as the side top Group D.
Nov 24, 22:19
Andriy Yarmolenko, Derlis Gonzalez give Dynamo Kiev win at Porto
Goals from Andriy Yarmolenko and Derlis Gonzalez give Dynamo Kiev a 2-0 win at Porto in their Champions League tie, as an Iker Casillas error doubles the visitors' lead.
Nov 24, 21:50
Ten-man Bayern Munich net four to thrash Olympiacos
A dominant first-half display helps 10-man Bayern Munich thrash Olympiacos 4-0 in their Champions League clash, as Holger Badstuber picks up a red card.
Nov 24, 21:44
Chelsea net four to thrash 10-man Maccabi Tel Aviv
Chelsea move a step closer to qualification from Group G of the Champions League with a 4-0 away thrashing of 10-man Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Nov 24, 21:40
Half-Time Report: Andriy Yarmolenko penalty gives Dynamo Kiev lead at Porto
An Andriy Yarmolenko penalty gives Dynamo Kiev a 1-0 lead at Porto in their Champions League Group G clash.
Nov 24, 20:43
Half-Time Report: Bayern Munich in control against Olympiacos
Goals from Douglas Costa, Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller give Bayern Munich complete control in their Champions League clash against Olympiacos.
Nov 24, 20:37
Half-Time Report: Gary Cahill strike gives Chelsea lead at 10-man Maccabi Tel Aviv
A Gary Cahill goal gives Chelsea a 1-0 lead in their Champions League clash at Maccabi Tel Aviv, while Tal Ben Haim I gets a red card for the hosts.
Nov 24, 20:34
Warrington Wolves sign former Leeds Rhinos forward Ryan Bailey
Warrington Wolves complete the signing of 31-year-old forward Ryan Bailey, following spells at Hull Kingston Rovers and Castleford Tigers last season.
Nov 24, 19:54
Team News: Gianelli Imbula returns for Porto against Dynamo Kiev
Porto head coach Julen Lopetegui makes one change for his side's Champions League Group G clash with Dynamo Kiev, as Gianelli Imbula replaces Evandro in midfield.
Nov 24, 19:17
Team News: Bayern Munich make four changes for Olympiacos, Esteban Cambiasso starts
Bayern Munich head coach Pep Guardiola makes four changes for his side's Champions League Group F fixture with Olympiacos, as Kingsley Coman returns to the starting XI.
Nov 24, 18:57
Team News: Chelsea make four changes for Maccabi Tel Aviv
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes four changes for his side's Champions League clash with Maccabi Tel Aviv, as Oscar returns to the starting XI in place of Pedro.
Nov 24, 18:48
Liverpool dominate Manchester City in commanding win at Etihad Stadium
Liverpool stun Manchester City by hammering the Citizens 4-1 in their Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 21, 19:21
Report: Andrea Pirlo deal agreed for Manchester City
Manchester City reportedly agree to sign New York City FC midfielder Andrea Pirlo in January, after spending half a season at the MLS outfit.
Nov 21, 19:02
Eddie Howe: 'Bournemouth gave victory away against Swansea City'
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe admits that his side should have seen out a victory in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium.
Nov 21, 18:28
Half-Time Report: Liverpool in control against Manchester City
Liverpool score three first-half goals to take control of their clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, while Sergio Aguero pulls one back before the break.
Nov 21, 18:18
Aitor Karanka: 'Middlesbrough will not recall Yanic Wildschut from Wigan loan'
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka rejects calls for winger Yanic Wildschut to be recalled from his loan spell at Wigan Athletic.
Nov 21, 17:52
Leicester City's Claudio Ranieri: Newcastle United win "the performance I want"
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri expresses his delight at his side's performance in their 3-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James' Park.
Nov 21, 17:30
Diego Costa goal gives Chelsea victory over Norwich City
A Diego Costa goal gives Chelsea their first Premier League victory in four matches with a 1-0 win over Norwich City at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 21, 16:55
First-half comeback earns Swansea City point against Bournemouth
A first-half comeback earns Swansea City a 2-2 draw with Bournemouth in their Premier League clash at the Liberty Stadium.
Nov 21, 16:53
Mikel Arteta own goal gives West Bromwich Albion victory over Arsenal
A first-half own goal from Mikel Arteta gives West Bromwich Albion a 2-1 victory over Arsenal, as Santi Cazorla misses a late penalty for the Gunners.
Nov 21, 16:53
Half-Time Report: Mikel Arteta own goal gives West Bromwich Albion lead
A Mikel Arteta own goal gives West Bromwich Albion a 2-1 lead over Arsenal in their Premier League clash, following goals from Olivier Giroud and James Morrison.
Nov 21, 15:56
Half-Time Report: Swansea City come back to level with Bournemouth
Swansea City come from two goals down to go into the break level in their Premier League clash with Bournemouth at the Liberty Stadium.
Nov 21, 15:52
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Chelsea, Norwich City
Chelsea and Norwich City play out a goalless 45 minutes in their Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge, as the visitors have a penalty claim turned down.
Nov 21, 15:48
Christian Benteke: 'I can handle Liverpool pressure'
Liverpool striker Christian Benteke believes that he can handle the pressure of wearing the No.9 shirt at Anfield, following his summer move from Aston Villa.
Nov 21, 14:57
Team News: Swansea City make four changes for Bournemouth, Steve Cook returns for Cherries
Swansea City manager Garry Monk makes four changes for his side's fixture against Bournemouth, with Leon Britton, Wayne Routledge, Kyle Bartley and Eder named to start.
Nov 21, 14:14
Team News: Arsenal start Kieran Gibbs for West Bromwich Albion
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger makes one change for his side's Premier League clash at West Bromwich Albion, as Kieran Gibbs replaces Joel Campbell on the wing.
Nov 21, 14:10
Team News: Chelsea make three changes for Norwich City, Kenedy starts at left-back
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes three changes for his side's clash with Norwich City, as Kenedy, Cesc Fabregas and Branislav Ivanovic return to the starting XI.
Nov 21, 14:05
Live Commentary: Denmark 2-2 Sweden - as it happened
Relive the action from Copenhagen as Sweden progressed to Euro 2016 at the expense of their local rivals Denmark with Sports Mole's full text commentary.
Nov 17, 19:14
Gloucester Rugby secure opening day victory over Zebre
Gloucester Rugby make the perfect start to their European Challenge Cup title defence with a 23-10 victory over Zebre in Pool 4.
Nov 14, 17:14
National League roundup: Cheltenham thrash Southport to stay top
Sports Mole rounds up all the action from the National League, as Cheltenham Town maintain their lead at the top of the table with a win over Southport.
Nov 14, 16:59
Leeds's Steve Evans: 'Tommaso Bianchi, Casper Sloth, Jordan Botaka must impress'
Recently-appointed Leeds United head coach Steve Evans challenges Tommaso Bianchi, Casper Sloth and Jordan Botaka to "bring things to the party".
Nov 14, 15:46
Keith Hill: 'Rochdale plotted own downfall in Wigan Athletic defeat'
Rochdale manager Keith Hill believes that his side were 'guilty of plotting their own downfall' in their 2-0 League One defeat by Wigan Athletic at Spotland.
Nov 14, 15:23
Gary Caldwell: "I couldn't be happier" with Wigan Athletic win over Rochdale
Wigan Athletic manager Gary Caldwell expresses his delight at his side's performance against Rochdale, but insists that the team can still improve.
Nov 14, 15:10
Michael Jacobs: 'Wigan Athletic can keep unbeaten run going'
Wigan Athletic winger Michael Jacobs believes that his side are playing with enough confidence to continue their unbeaten league run, following their 2-0 win at Rochdale.
Nov 14, 14:47
