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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F34%2Fjamie-vardy_1.jpg "Leicester City's Jamie Vardy pictured on August 19, 2024")
Leicester City's greatest players of all time: Where does the departing Jamie Vardy rank?
Sports Mole takes a look at the top 10 players to have turned out for Leicester City.May 23, 13:31
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F12%2Fharry-kane.jpg "Harry Kane of England on November 12, 2021")
Meeting twice in World Cup 2026 Qualifying this year, Sports Mole closely looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between England and Albania.
Mar 25, 20:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F42%2Fthomas-tuchel_2.jpg "England manager Thomas Tuchel pictured on April 16, 2024")
How every England manager has fared in their first game after Thomas Tuchel Albania victory
Following Thomas Tuchel's first game as England manager, Sports Mole looks at how previous Three Lions bosses have fared in their opening games.Mar 22, 10:09
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F18%2F48%2Fbobby-moore.jpg "England captain Bobby Moore on shoulders of teammates holding aloft the Jules Rimet trophy in 1966")
England's greatest ever World Cup XI ahead of Thomas Tuchel's first match in 2026 qualifiers
Sports Mole selects its greatest ever England XI based solely on World Cup performances ahead of the start of the 2026 qualifiers.Mar 17, 09:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fmathys-tel.jpg "Mathys Tel of Bayern Munich in August 2024")
Mathys Tel's Tottenham shirt number, buy option revealed as Spurs confirm signing of Bayern Munich attacker
Tottenham Hotspur confirm the loan signing of Bayern Munich's Mathys Tel with an option to buy for around £45.9m in the summer.Feb 3, 23:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F51%2Fantonee-robinson-liverpool.jpg "Fulham's Antonee Robinson has been linked with a move to Anfield on December 17, 2024")
Antonee Robinson transfer update: Left-backs Liverpool, Arne Slot could replace Andy Robertson with in the summer
Liverpool must look to replace veteran Andy Robertson sooner rather than later, with the likes of Antonee Robinson a possible target for Arne Slot.Dec 17, 23:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F44%2Frodri.jpg "Manchester City's Rodri poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on October 28, 2024")
Rodri injury update: Man City midfielder sets new return date as positive update emerges
Manchester City midfielder Rodri provides a positive update on his recovery from an ACL injury and has set a new target for when he wishes to return.Nov 28, 09:01
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F42%2Fcarlo-ancelotti.jpg "Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti on October 5, 2024")
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti reveals truth behind England job links
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti reveals the truth behind speculation linking him with the England manager's job.Oct 18, 22:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fcarlo-ancelotti.jpg "Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured on August 25, 2024")
FA 'contacted' Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti over England job before Thomas Tuchel appointment
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly one of the 10 coaches the FA spoke to in their search for the new England manager over the summer.Oct 16, 22:25
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F27%2Fgareth-southgate.JPG "England manager Gareth Southgate pictured on July 6, 2024")
Euro 2024: Will Gareth Southgate leave role as England manager after final loss?
England head coach Gareth Southgate offers no guarantees over his future following Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.Jul 14, 22:16
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Euro 2024 final: Spain vs. England all-time XI including Rooney, Ramos and Raul
Looking back over the long history of both nations featuring in the Euro 2024 final, Sports Mole selects an all-time Spain and England combined XI.Jul 13, 13:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F28%2Fmemphis-depay.JPG "The Netherlands' Memphis Depay celebrates in 2019")
Netherlands vs. England: Classic contests ahead of Euro 2024 semi-final
Sports Mole looks at five classic contests between the Netherlands and England ahead of Wednesday's Euro 2024 semi-final.Jul 8, 12:59
![Italy's Gianluca Scamacca looks dejected on June 29, 2024 [IMAGO]](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/thumbor/ZqHAxDx_88d_2RcdMkp5TX8juu8=/87x65/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F26%2Fgianluca-scamacca.jpg "Italy's Gianluca Scamacca looks dejected on June 29, 2024 [IMAGO]")
Euro 2024: Italy labelled 'worst team in a lifetime' after 'shambolic' Swiss defeat
Defending European champions Italy are heavily criticised following their "shambolic" 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the last 16 of Euro 2024 on Saturday.Jun 29, 22:06
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F24%2Fharry-kane.jpg "England's Harry Kane on June 7, 2024")
Euro 2024: England captain Harry Kane hits back at certain Three Lions critics
England captain Harry Kane hits back at certain pundits who criticised the team following last week's 1-1 draw with Denmark.Jun 23, 18:56
![Alan Hansen pictured in 1998 [IMAGO]](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/thumbor/AOfqasmtcFloVdFF1rRV83Os30U=/87x65/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Falan-hansen.jpg "Alan Hansen pictured in 1998 [IMAGO]")
Liverpool legend Alan Hansen discharged from hospital following 'serious' illness
Liverpool and Scotland legend Alan Hansen is discharged from hospital following a serious illness, the 69-year-old's family confirm.Jun 23, 14:47
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F24%2Fjude-bellingham_1.jpg "England's Jude Bellingham applauds fans after the match on June 16, 2024")
Jude Bellingham surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo, Michael Owen to make history
England midfielder Jude Bellingham surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo and Michael Owen in Sunday's 1-0 win over Serbia at Euro 2024.Jun 16, 23:11
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F24%2Flaura-woods.jpg "TNT presenter Laura Woods before the match in October 2023")
Euro 2024: Who are the BBC and ITV pundits and which team are they predicting to win?
Ahead of Euro 2024 getting underway, Sports Mole looks at the presenters and pundits signed up to the tournament for BBC and ITV, and which team they are backing to win.Jun 12, 16:13
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F20%2Fmanchester-city_2.jpg "Manchester City's Kyle Walker and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024")
Preview: Manchester City vs. Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Manchester City and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 25, 11:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F20%2Fpep-guardiola_2.jpg "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates with the trophy after winning the Premier League on May 19, 2024")
'I'm closer to leaving than staying' - Pep Guardiola hints at Manchester City exit
Pep Guardiola admits he is "closer to leaving than staying" at Manchester City after leading the club to a record fourth consecutive Premier League title.May 19, 21:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F16%2Fpep-guardiola_1.jpg "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola before the match on April 20, 2024")
'I don't understand how we survived' - Pep Guardiola reacts after beating Chelsea in FA Cup
Pep Guardiola launches a scathing attack on the football authorities for their "unacceptable" decision following Manchester City's 1-0 win over Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals on Saturday.Apr 20, 20:17
England vs. Belgium all-time combined XI: Who makes the cut alongside Bobby Moore, Kevin De Bruyne?
Ahead of England's clash with Belgium on Tuesday, Sports Mole compiles an all-time greatest XI of players to have represented either nation.Mar 25, 18:01
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F03%2Fevepal.JPG "Everton's Andre Gomes celebrates scoring against Crystal Palace on January 17, 2024")
Preview: Everton vs. Luton Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Everton and Luton Town, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jan 25, 15:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F52%2Fson-heung-min.jpg "Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min celebrates scoring their second goal with Richarlison on December 31, 2023")
Tottenham Hotspur out to break club goalscoring record in Manchester United clash
Tottenham Hotspur can set a new club goalscoring record when they lock horns with Manchester United in Sunday's Premier League clash at Old Trafford.Jan 13, 12:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F01%2Ftimo-werner.JPG "Timo Werner warms up for RB Leipzig in March 2023")
Shirt numbers available to Timo Werner at Tottenham Hotspur
Ahead of Timo Werner's loan move to Tottenham Hotspur from RB Leipzig, Sports Mole takes a look at which shirt numbers could be on offer to the striker in North London.Jan 6, 22:09
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F47%2Fterry-venables.jpg "Terry Venables pictured in 1987")
Former England, Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona manager Terry Venables dies at the age of 80 following a long battle with illness.
Nov 26, 12:17
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Sports Mole takes on Leicester-based rapper Sainte for a Premier League predictions challenge in gameweek 13 of the 2023-24 season.
Nov 24, 11:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F42%2Feverton-graeme-sharp.jpg "Everton's Graeme Sharp and Liverpool's Barry Venison in action in 1986")
Ahead of Saturday's Merseyside derby at Anfield, Sports Mole looks back at Everton's finest moments at the ground of their bitter rivals.
Oct 19, 08:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F30%2Ftrevor-francis.jpg "Nottingham Forest's Trevor Francis pictured on January 1, 1970")
Former England, Birmingham City and Nottingham Forest striker Trevor Francis dies aged 69.
Jul 24, 15:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F21%2Fmanor-solomon.jpg "Manor Solomon celebrates scoring for Fulham in February 2023")
Shirt numbers available to Manor Solomon at Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes a look at which shirt numbers are available to Manor Solomon at Tottenham Hotspur following his arrival on a free transfer.Jul 11, 12:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F12%2Fharry-kane.JPG "Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on March 23, 2023")
Harry Kane looking to break Wembley goalscoring record for England
England captain Harry Kane will be looking to break a Wembley goalscoring record when he leads his country against Ukraine this evening.Mar 26, 08:24
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