Zinedine Zidane
Liverpool vs. Real Madrid head-to-head record
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Liverpool and Real Madrid's head-to-head record ahead of Tuesday's Champions League last-16 first leg at Anfield.
Feb 19, 14:39
Preview: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Lille - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Ligue 1 clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Lille, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 17, 10:05
Christophe Galtier at risk of Paris Saint-Germain sack?
Christophe Galtier's position as Paris Saint-Germain head coach is reportedly under threat following his side's third successive defeat against Bayern Munich.
Feb 16, 15:03
Zinedine Zidane 'willing to consider three clubs for managerial return'
Zinedine Zidane will reportedly only consider three clubs for his return from management after leaving his position as Real Madrid head coach in 2021.
Jan 26, 19:32
Noel Le Graet steps back from duties as French FA president
Noel Le Graet, president of the French Football Federation, steps back from his duties amid allegations of improper conduct against a female sports agent.
Jan 11, 14:58
Kylian Mbappe blasts "disrespect" of Zinedine Zidane by French FA president
Paris Saint-Germain and France attacker Kylian Mbappe hits out at French FA president Noel Le Graet for "disrespecting" Zinedine Zidane in an interview.
Jan 9, 08:52
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola 'turns down Brazil job'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reportedly turns down the chance to become the new head coach of Brazil after the resignation of Tite.
Jan 7, 23:58
Didier Deschamps extends France contract until 2026
The French Football Federation announces that Didier Deschamps has extended his contract with France until 2026.
Jan 7, 11:36
A tribute to Pele: The 'King of Football' and a pioneer of greatness
Following the death of Pele at the age of 82, Sports Mole looks back on the Brazilian icon's career and why he is regarded as the original greatest ever.
Dec 30, 12:28
Karim Benzema to reverse France retirement if Zidane replaces Deschamps?
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema could supposedly reverse his decision to retire from France duty if Zinedine Zidane replaces Didier Deschamps.
Dec 20, 16:18
Is Lionel Messi the greatest player of all time?
Following his World Cup triumph, the Sports Mole team discuss whether Lionel Messi deserves to be regarded as the greatest player in the history of the game.
Dec 19, 21:45
Top 10 World Cup final goals of all time: Where do Di Maria, Mbappe strikes rank?
Following stunning goals from Angel Di Maria and Kylian Mbappe in the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest strikes in the history of the fixture.
Dec 19, 20:17
Top 10 World Cup finals of all time: Where does the 2022 thriller rank?
Following an all-time classic finale to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole counts down the top 10 greatest World Cup finals of all time.
Dec 19, 17:39
Didier Deschamps remains tight-lipped on France future after World Cup final
France manager Didier Deschamps refuses to discuss his future following Les Bleus' World Cup final defeat to Argentina on penalties.
Dec 18, 22:04
Kylian Mbappe breaks record for most World Cup final goals
France forward Kylian Mbappe sets a new record for the most goals scored in World Cup final courtesy of his hat-trick in their defeat to Argentina in Qatar.
Dec 18, 21:53
Argentina vs. France: A look at France's record in past World Cup finals
Ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and France, Sports Mole looks back on France's record from their three previous World Cup finals.
Dec 17, 22:09
All-time combined XI: Argentina vs. France - Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole selects an all-time combined XI from Argentina and France, including the likes of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Zinedine Zidane.
Dec 17, 19:03
The Top 10 World Cup finals ever
Ahead of Qatar 2022's grand finale, Sports Mole selects the top 10 World Cup finals since the first took place back in 1930.
Dec 17, 18:30
Kylian Mbappe out to break World Cup final goalscoring record
France striker Kylian Mbappe sets out to break a World Cup goalscoring record in Sunday's final with Argentina at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
Dec 17, 17:42
Top 10 World Cup final goals of all time
Sports Mole picks out our top 10 goals in World Cup finals ahead of Sunday's clash between Argentina and France.
Dec 17, 11:44
The greatest individual performances at the World Cup
Ahead of the grand finale of Qatar 2022, Sports Mole reflects on the greatest individual performances at World Cups.
Dec 16, 19:09
Brazil add Zinedine Zidane to managerial shortlist?
Brazil are reportedly considering former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane as a potential replacement for Tite, who left after the country's World Cup exit.
Dec 14, 19:08
Didier Deschamps comments on France future after England victory
France manager Didier Deschamps remains coy about his future after leading Les Bleus to the semi-finals of the World Cup following a 2-1 win over England.
Dec 11, 07:13
Zinedine Zidane: 'Pep Guardiola has proven he is the best'
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane believes that Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is the best coach in world football.
Nov 24, 14:55
What happened when goats chose their GOAT?
While the debate over who is the greatest footballer of all time will rage on, what happened when five goats got the chance to elect their own GOAT?
Nov 24, 12:12
Zinedine Zidane 'agrees to replace Didier Deschamps as France manager'
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane reportedly agrees to replace Didier Deschamps as France manager after the World Cup.
Nov 22, 18:03
Top 10 greatest moments in World Cup history
Ahead of this winter's finals in Qatar, Sports Mole reflects on some of the defining moments in World Cup history and decides on the top 10.
Nov 19, 14:47
Top 10 greatest World Cup players of all time
With the world's best descending on Qatar for the upcoming World Cup, Sports Mole looks back on the 10 finest players to ever grace the world stage.
Nov 18, 15:45
Top 10 greatest World Cups of all time
As the 2022 finals loom ever nearer, Sports Mole considers some of the greatest World Cups to have been played and ranks the top 10.
Nov 18, 14:13
Top 10 World Cup opening matches
As all eyes look ahead to the 2022 World Cup opener between Qatar and Ecuador, Sports Mole looks back on the top 10 greatest opening matches in World Cup history.
Nov 18, 12:46
Top 10 most controversial World Cup moments of all time
In preparation for one of the most controversial World Cups of all time, Sports Mole looks back on the 10 most controversial moments in tournament's history.
Nov 17, 15:52
Top 10 biggest World Cup shocks of all time
Sports Mole looks back at the 10 most shocking results in World Cup history, including the Miracle of Bern from 1954 and the Mineiraco in 2014
Nov 17, 12:44
Cameroon World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of this winter's World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole assesses the chances of a Cameroon side who are looking for their first World Cup win since 2002.
Nov 16, 13:00
France World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole previews France's chances as they endeavour to become just the third nation to win back-to-back titles.
Nov 15, 10:00
A closer look at Liverpool's head-to-head record against Real Madrid
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Liverpool's head-to-head record against Real Madrid as the two Champions League finalists prepare to reunite in the last 16.
Nov 7, 14:32
Zinedine Zidane teases return to football management following sabbatical
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane hints at a potential return to football management in the near future.
Oct 25, 22:18
How Real Madrid could line up against Elche
Sports Mole looks at how Real Madrid could line up for Wednesday's meeting with LaLiga strugglers Elche.
Oct 17, 23:26
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema wins 2022 Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema wins the 2022 Ballon d'Or, with Sadio Mane finishing second and Kevin De Bruyne in third.
Oct 17, 20:59
Real Madrid 'identify Xabi Alonso, Raul as potential Carlo Ancelotti replacements'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez identifies Xabi Alonso and Raul as potential replacements for Carlo Ancelotti, according to a report.
Oct 5, 15:57
Robert Lewandowski fires Barcelona top of La Liga
Robert Lewandowski continues his prolific start to life at Barcelona to fire Xavi's side top of La Liga with a 1-0 win over Mallorca.
Oct 1, 21:51
