Steven Toplis
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Newcastle United appeal Fabricio Coloccini dismissal
Newcastle United appeal the red card shown to Fabricio Coloccini in the defeat against Sunderland.
Oct 26, 11:11
England on the brink of defeat at tea
England lose two wickets in the afternoon session as they reach 285-8 at tea on the final day of the second Test in Dubai, still needing 206 runs to defeat Pakistan.
Oct 26, 11:08
Rob Elliot: 'Fabricio Coloccini dismissal was unfair'
Newcastle United goalkeeper Rob Elliot says that Fabricio Coloccini did not deserve to be sent off in Sunday's Wear-Tyne derby defeat to Sunderland.
Oct 26, 10:55
Jamie Carragher: 'Liverpool need to sign a new winger'
Ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher claims that Reds boss Jurgen Klopp should sign a winger during the January transfer window.
Oct 26, 10:31
Dwight Yorke confirms interest in Aston Villa job
Ex-Aston Villa striker Dwight Yorke confirms that he would like to become the next manager of the club.
Oct 26, 10:12
Tottenham Hotspur's Ben Davies looking forward to Anderlecht clash
Ben Davies insists that Tottenham Hotspur are looking for a win against Anderlecht in their Europa League group-stage clash.
Oct 22, 12:56
Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal eager to sign Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane?
Manchester United will make an approach for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane in the summer, according to a report.
Oct 22, 12:39
Sam Allardyce: 'I nearly signed Luka Modric for Newcastle United'
Sam Allardyce reveals that he almost signed Luka Modric during his time as manager of Newcastle United, but was thwarted by owner Mike Ashley.
Oct 22, 12:23
Younis Khan, Misbah-ul-Haq lead Pakistan recovery before tea
Younis Khan and Misbah-ul-Haq's 93-run partnership takes Pakistan to 178-3 at tea on day one of the second Test in Dubai.
Oct 22, 11:58
Everton's Tom Cleverley in contention to face Arsenal
Everton boss Roberto Martinez confirms that Tom Cleverley could be fit in time to face Arsenal on Saturday.
Oct 22, 11:34
Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew not planning Roy Hodgson talks over Scott Dann
Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew insists that he has no plans to speak to England boss Roy Hodgson about selecting Scott Dann for international duty.
Oct 22, 11:20
Lukasz Fabianski denies rift at Swansea City
Swansea City goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski insists that spirit in the camp is high, amid rumours over the future of manager Garry Monk.
Oct 22, 10:59
Slaven Bilic: 'Jose Mourinho is the best around'
West Ham United boss Slaven Bilic hails Chelsea counterpart Jose Mourinho as "the best manager around" ahead of facing the Blues this weekend.
Oct 22, 10:47
Troy Deeney: 'Hector Bellerin has proved Giuseppe Sannino wrong'
Watford captain Troy Deeney claims that Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin was not appreciated during his loan stint with the Hornets.
Oct 22, 10:28
Steve Bruce: 'Manchester City have advantage in derby'
Ex-Manchester United defender Steve Bruce claims that Manchester City have an advantage ahead of Sunday's derby between the two sides because of United's Champions League trip to Russia this week.
Oct 22, 10:12
Guy Luzon not worried about Charlton Athletic future
Charlton Athletic boss Guy Luzon says that he is not thinking about his future at the club, despite the team going eight games without a win.
Oct 21, 12:59
Nemanja Matic satisfied with point against Dynamo Kiev
Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic claims that the point earned against Dynamo Kiev could be key in helping them to get out of their Champions League group.
Oct 21, 12:46
Leeds United boss Steve Evans: 'I received 840 messages in a day'
New Leeds United head coach Steve Evans says that it has been "overwhelming" for him to be appointed by the Championship club.
Oct 21, 12:35
Mesut Ozil: "We deserved to win"
Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil claims that the Gunners were worthy winners in their Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Tuesday night.
Oct 21, 12:15
Manuel Pellegrini: 'Yaya Toure happy at Manchester City'
Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini states that Yaya Toure is fully committed to the club, after the midfielder criticised his treatment by the media this week.
Oct 21, 11:55
David Seaman hails Petr Cech display against Bayern Munich
Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman praises the influence of Petr Cech in the Gunners' Champions League win over Bayern Munich.
Oct 21, 11:43
Jermain Defoe not happy with bench role
Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe tells new boss Sam Allardyce that he is not happy to remain on the bench.
Oct 21, 11:19
Lazar Markovic: 'Brendan Rodgers relationship a problem'
Liverpool winger Lazar Markovic reveals that he did not have a good relationship with former Reds boss Brendan Rodgers.
Oct 21, 10:57
Gerard Houllier: 'Jurgen Klopp ideal for Liverpool'
Former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier suggests that Jurgen Klopp is the right manager for the club.
Oct 21, 10:44
David Seaman: 'Arsenal can beat anyone'
Former Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman claims that the Gunners are capable of beating anyone after their Champions League win over Bayern Munich on Tuesday.
Oct 21, 10:27
Petr Cech pleased with performance against Bayern Munich
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech suggests that the Gunners could have lost their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich had it not been for his saves.
Oct 21, 10:14
FIFA confirms date of presidential election
FIFA confirms that the presidential election will take place on February 26 next year as originally planned.
Oct 20, 12:43
Thomas Muller: 'Mesut Ozil thriving at Arsenal'
Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller suggests that Germany teammate Mesut Ozil is a perfect fit for Arsenal.
Oct 20, 12:35
Aston Villa to make Garry Monk approach?
Swansea City boss Garry Monk will be a contender for the Aston Villa job if the club decides to dismiss Tim Sherwood, according to a report.
Oct 20, 12:17
Ex-Tottenham Hotspur defender Ramon Vega considering FIFA presidency bid
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Watford defender Ramon Vega suggests that he is considering standing for the FIFA presidency.
Oct 20, 11:58
Agent: 'Jurgen Klopp would have been perfect for Raheem Sterling'
The agent of Raheem Sterling hints that the player might have remained with Liverpool had he known that Jurgen Klopp would become manager.
Oct 20, 11:43
Co Adriaanse slams Memphis Depay attitude
Former Ajax and FC Twente coach Co Adriaanse tells Memphis Depay that he must focus on his football at Manchester United.
Oct 20, 11:27
Massimo Cellino: 'I used to hate Steve Evans'
Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino admits that he "used to hate" new boss Steve Evans because of the way that his teams played against the Whites.
Oct 20, 11:06
Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino reveals reason behind Uwe Rosler dismissal
Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino says that he sacked head coach Uwe Rosler because the team was playing a style of football that he did not like.
Oct 20, 10:47
Carlo Ancelotti wanted Robert Lewandowski at Chelsea
Former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti reveals that he was looking to sign Robert Lewandowski during his time in charge of the Blues.
Oct 20, 10:27
Liam Brady: 'Arsenal can beat Bayern Munich'
Arsenal legend Liam Brady believes that the Gunners are capable of beating Bayern Munich if they play like they did in the win against Manchester United.
Oct 20, 10:14
Preview: Hull City vs. Ipswich Town
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Championship clash between Hull City and Ipswich Town.
Oct 19, 18:25
Preview: Cardiff City vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Championship fixture between Cardiff City and Middlesbrough on Tuesday.
Oct 19, 17:35
Preview: Dynamo Kiev vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Chelsea's Champions League trip to Dynamo Kiev on Tuesday evening.
Oct 19, 16:40
Simon Mignolet: 'Jurgen Klopp personality has lifted team'
Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet says that new boss Jurgen Klopp's enthusiasm and personality has already rubbed off on the team.
Oct 19, 09:59
