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Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring for Milan on April 2, 2025
Preview: Udinese vs. AC Milan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Serie A clash between Udinese and AC Milan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
23 days ago
Aston Villa's Diego Carlos and Ipswich Town's Liam Delap pictured on September 29, 2024
Aston Villa vs. Ipswich Town: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Aston Villa and Ipswich Town.
78 days ago
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery on September 17, 2024.
Aston Villa vs. Bologna: How have Premier League outfit fared against Italian opposition?
Ahead of Tuesday's Champions League fixture against Bologna, Sports Mole takes a look at how Aston Villa have fared versus Italian opposition in the past.
193 days ago
Spain's Sergio Busquets talks to England's Ben Chilwell on October 15, 2018
Spain vs. England: Classic matches ahead of Euro 2024 final
Sports Mole looks back on some classic meetings between Spain and England ahead of Sunday's Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion.
295 days ago
Romelu Lukaku shoots past John Stones during the World Cup third-place playoff between Belgium and England on July 14, 2018
England vs. Belgium: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Tuesday's friendly clash between England and Belgium, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
1 year ago
Phil Foden celebrates scoring for England against Wales with Jude Bellingham on November 29, 2022
World Cup 2022: Reasons for England to be confident of beating Senegal
Sports Mole picks out three reasons for England to be confident of beating Senegal in Sunday's World Cup 2022 last-16 showdown.
2 years ago
David Platt pictured in April 2013
How former England captains have fared as managers
Platt lasted just two seasons at the City Ground.
5 years ago
Michael Owen celebrates scoring against Denmark at the 2002 World Cup
Four memorable matches between England and Denmark
England and Denmark have previous for excitement.
5 years ago
England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966
England's greatest ever XI including Steven Gerrard, Bobby Moore, Wayne Rooney
Sports Mole selects its all-time England XI ahead of the Three Lions' 1,000th international fixture on Thursday evening.
5 years ago
Everton boss Marco Silva applauds on August 17, 2019
News Extra: Silva's 'time running out', Rodri's Liverpool praise, Lukaku "getting better"
The latest news snippets from across the footballing world, including Marco Silva's precarious position at Everton, Rodri's surprise comments about Liverpool and Didier Drogba's praise for Romelu Lukaku.
6 years ago
Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri during the post match press conference on July 21, 2019
Juventus, AC Milan 'eye Arsenal youngster Sam Greenwood'
Arsenal youngster Sam Greenwood emerges as a target for Juventus and AC Milan, according to a report.
6 years ago
England's Jamie Vardy in action with Belgium's Mousa Dembele on June 28, 2018
Preview: Belgium vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full match preview of England's third-place playoff with Belgium in St Petersburg.
7 years ago
England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal in the World Cup match against Tunisia on June 18, 2018
Preview: England vs. Belgium - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full match preview for England's Group G decider against Belgium at the 2018 World Cup.
7 years ago
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Preview: England vs. Nigeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Saturday's World Cup warm-up between England and Nigeria.
7 years ago
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Phil Taylor: 'I'm confident of 17th world title'
Phil Taylor says that he is confident of winning a 17th world title after averaging almost 102 in his first-round clash with David Platt.
8 years ago
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Phil Taylor: 'Preparation is key ahead of World Championship'
Phil Taylor says that he will be "ready" to launch a bid to win a 17th world title at Alexandra Palace.
8 years ago
Jeff Smith in action during the BDO Lakeside World Professional Darts Championships on January 10, 2015
Michael van Gerwen, Phil Taylor to play prelim qualifiers at World Championship
Michael van Gerwen and Phil Taylor will play preliminary-round qualifiers in the first round of the World Championship.
8 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roger Johnson joins Charlton Athletic
Centre-back Roger Johnson agrees an 18-month contract with Championship side Charlton Athletic.
9 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: England's Ian Wright nets four goals against San Marino
Twenty-two years ago today, Ian Wright scored four goals as England recorded a 7-1 victory over San Marino.
9 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Luis Boa Morte nets Arsenal brace against Birmingham City
Eighteen years ago today, Luis Boa Morte scored two of his four goals for Arsenal during a League Cup tie against Birmingham City.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roger Johnson joins Indian Super League side FC Pune City
Former Wolverhampton Wanderers man Roger Johnson joins the Indian Super League with David Platt's FC Pune City.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
English duo Steve Simonsen, Nicky Shorey switch to FC Pune City
Free agents Steve Simonsen and Nicky Shorey agree moves to Indian Super League side FC Pune City.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Crestfallen England exit Italia '90
On this day 25 years ago, England crashed out of the 1990 World Cup at the semi-final stage following a penalty shootout defeat to West Germany in Turin.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Gary Lineker exits international stage
Twenty-three years ago today, Gary Lineker made his final appearance for England in a game against Sweden that would see him controversially substituted.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
FC Pune City appoint David Platt as manager
Former England midfielder David Platt becomes manager of Indian Super League side FC Pune City.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On This Day: Late David Platt header sinks Manchester United
Seventeen years ago today, David Platt scored late on to secure a 3-2 win for Arsenal over Manchester United at Highbury.
10 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England vs. San Marino: Previous meetings
Sports Mole looks back on the four previous encounters between England and minnows San Marino.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Ian Wright breaks Arsenal's goalscoring record
Seventeen years ago today, Ian Wright became Arsenal's leading goalscorer of all time thanks to a hat-trick against Bolton Wanderers.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England vs. Norway: Top five previous meetings
Ahead of tonight's meeting at Wembley, Sports Mole picks out five of the best previous clashes between England and Norway.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: David Platt moves to Italy
Back on this day in 1991, England international David Platt left Aston Villa to sign for Italian outfit Bari.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England's top five World Cup goals
Sports Mole picks out the five best goals scored by England internationals at World Cup tournaments.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
FIFA World Cup countdown: Top 10 Belgian players of all time
As part of the 50-day countdown to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Sports Mole looks at the top 10 players in the history of Belgium.
11 years ago
Generic image of a locker room
Michael Owen to join punditry team of Al Jazeera's beIN Sport this week?
Michael Owen will reportedly switch to Al Jazeera's beIN Sport this week as a pundit for their Champions League coverage.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England's penalty shootout failures
After Roy Hodgson discusses his plans for penalty shootouts at the World Cup, Sports Mole looks back over England's defeats from 12 yards out.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Stoke City's Asmir Begovic confirms Manchester City were "close" to signing him
Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic confirms that Roberto Mancini wanted to sign him for Manchester City before he was sacked last season.
11 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Netherlands end England's World Cup hope
Twenty years ago today, England's chances of reaching the 1994 World Cup were all but ended in Rotterdam by the Netherlands.
12 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On this day: Dennis Bergkamp nets hat-trick against Leicester City
Sixteen years ago today, Dennis Bergkamp scored all of Arsenal's goals in their 3-3 draw away at Leicester City.
12 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
David Platt denies comments regarding Manchester City's Joe Hart exit
David Platt denies that he made comments suggesting that if Roberto Mancini had remained as Manchester City manager, Joe Hart would have been sold.
12 years ago
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
David Platt: 'Roberto Mancini wanted to sell Joe Hart'
David Platt says that he and Roberto Mancini were planning to sign Asmir Begovic to replace Joe Hart before being sacked by Manchester City.
12 years ago
Michael Owen of Stoke applauds all corners of the ground after the match against Southampton on May 19, 2013
Michael Owen wants to compete in charity horse race
Michael Owen says that his wife will teach him how to ride a horse in order to compete in a charity race in the future.
12 years ago
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Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool34257280324882
2Arsenal341813363293467
3Newcastle UnitedNewcastle341951065442162
4Manchester CityMan City34187966432361
5Chelsea34179859401960
6Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest341861053411260
7Aston Villa3416995449557
8Fulham34149115046451
9Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton34131295655151
10Bournemouth3413111053411250
11Brentford34147135850849
12Crystal Palace341112114347-445
13Wolverhampton WanderersWolves34125175161-1041
14Manchester UnitedMan Utd34109153947-839
15Everton34814123441-738
16Tottenham HotspurSpurs34114196256637
17West Ham UnitedWest Ham3499163958-1936
18Ipswich TownIpswich3449213374-4121
19Leicester CityLeicester3446242776-4918
20Southampton3425272580-5511


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