Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti reacts on the touchline in the match against Barcelona on April 10, 2013
Season preview: Real Madrid
Sports Mole assesses whether Real Madrid can reclaim the La Liga title next season.
Aug 6, 11:53
Gerardo Martino
Live Commentary: Valerenga Fotball 0-7 Barcelona - as it happened
Join Sports Mole for a recap on all the action from Barcelona's pre-season friendly clash against Valerenga.
Jul 27, 16:30
Barcelona's Cesc Fabregas steps off the team bus on July 15, 2013
Five Premier League transfers that should happen
Sports Mole assesses five transfers that we feel should still take place this summer in the Premier League.
Jul 24, 09:40
Gerardo Martino celebrates his Paraguay side scoring at the 2010 World Cup.
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta hails "ideal coach" Gerardo Martino
Andres Iniesta says that Gerardo Martino fits the bill at Barcelona.
Jul 24, 06:40
Cesc Fabregas
Andres Iniesta expects Cesc Fabregas stay at Barcelona
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta expects teammate Cesc Fabregas to turn down a move to Manchester United.
Jul 23, 15:54
Gerardo Martino
In profile: Barcelona's Gerardo Martino
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Barcelona's new head coach Gerardo Martino.
Jul 23, 12:04
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta offers Tito Vilanova support
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta gives his support to Tito Vilanova after the coach was forced to leave the club due to throat cancer.
Jul 20, 10:52
Barcelona's Xavi converts a penalty to score his team's second against Paris Saint-Germain on April 2, 2013
Crowds swarm to Xavi's wedding to welcome Barcelona players
Screaming fans reportedly welcomed a number of Barcelona players attending the wedding of midfielder Xavi.
Jul 15, 12:04
Santos' Neymar prior to the start of the match against Flamingo on May 26, 2013
Where will Neymar operate for Barcelona?
Sports Mole speculates where Neymar could operate for Barcelona next season.
Jul 13, 11:46
Netherlands' Nigel de Jong fouls Spain's Xabi Alonso during the World Cup final on July 11, 2010
On this day: Spain beat Netherlands in 2010 World Cup final
Three years ago today, Spain beat the Netherlands to win the World Cup for the first time.
Jul 11, 09:03
Neymar
Neymar wins player of the tournament award at Confederations Cup
Neymar wins the player of the competition award at the Confederations Cup, while Andres Iniesta and Paulinho finish second and third respectively.
Jul 1, 04:38
Leon Britton attempts to block Lukas Podolski's shot on goal on December 1, 2012
Harry Redknapp: "Leon Britton is a possible England player"
Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp believes that Swansea City midfielder Leon Britton has the ability to play for England.
Jul 1, 03:49
Andres Iniesta, Keith Andrews
Andres Iniesta: 'Only Gareth Bale is like Jesus Navas'
Spain and Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta believes that only Gareth Bale can be compared to Jesus Navas in the Premier League.
Jun 30, 09:10
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Andres Iniesta was "hurt" by Tito Vilanova, Eric Abidal absence
Andres Iniesta says that he was "hurt" by Eric Abidal and Tito Vilanova's absence from the Barcelona squad last season.
Jun 30, 06:34
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Report: Andres Iniesta saves Albacete from administration
Andres Iniesta reportedly pays £200,000 to save boyhood club Albacete from entering administration.
Jun 30, 05:27
Andres Iniesta, Keith Andrews
Andres Iniesta: 'Brazil are the favourites'
Andres Iniesta claims that Brazil will be favourites when they face his Spain side in the Confederations Cup final.
Jun 30, 00:22
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Andres Iniesta plans career-long Barcelona stay
Andres Iniesta reveals that he wants to stay with Barcelona for the rest of his career.
Jun 26, 04:26
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Andres Iniesta wants to end career at Barcelona
Andres Iniesta says that it is his "dream" to end his career at Barcelona.
Jun 25, 17:10
Barcelona attacker Thiago holds off two challenges.
Five players Manchester United should sign
Sports Mole selects five players that could be of interest to new Manchester United manager David Moyes.
Jun 25, 10:01
Manchester United's Shinji Kagawa celebrates scoring his third goal against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Leighton Baines arrival key to Shinji Kagawa's best form at Manchester United
Shinji Kagawa had a mixed first season at Manchester United. Here, Sports Mole explains why signing Leighton Baines may help the champions get the best out of their Japanese international.
Jun 22, 10:08
Andres Iniesta, Keith Andrews
Andres Iniesta: Spain will "respect" Tahiti
Andres Iniesta insists that Spain will be respecting Tahiti on Thursday night.
Jun 20, 11:02
Andres Iniesta
Andres Iniesta: 'Barcelona still the benchmark'
Andres Iniesta says that Bayern Munich have to win things over a number of years if they want to establish themselves as the dominant force in Europe.
Jun 20, 03:19
Spain's Andres Iniesta is challenged by two French players on March 26, 2013
Javi Martinez praises Andres Iniesta
Bayern Munich midfielder Javi Martinez praises Spanish teammate Andres Iniesta.
Jun 19, 16:00
Spain's Cesc Fabregas celebrates scoring against Uruguay on February 6, 2013
Roberto Soldado helps Spain ease past Uruguay
Roberto Soldado is on target as Spain cruise past Uruguay in their Confederations Cup Group B opener in Recife.
Jun 16, 23:53
But the signing of Cole fails to help the Blues land a third title. Here, he tells the Chelsea fans to keep their chins up after Manchester United regain the trophy in 2007.
Jose Mourinho responds to Andres Iniesta claims
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho responds to claims from Andres Iniesta that the Portuguese did 'more harm than good' during his spell in charge of Real Madrid.
Jun 10, 17:14
James McCarthy
Giovanni Trapattoni: 'James McCarthy should seize opportunity'
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni believes that James McCarthy should seize his opportunity to impress against Spain on Tuesday.
Jun 10, 04:40
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho playing peekaboo on November 27, 2012
Andres Iniesta hits out at Jose Mourinho
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta slams Jose Mourinho and his effect on Spanish football.
Jun 9, 11:17
Spain
Live Commentary: Spain 2-1 Haiti - as it happened
Re-live all the action from the international friendly clash between Spain and Haiti with Sports Mole's minute-by-minute commentary.
Jun 8, 19:38
Barcelona's Thiago Alcantara in action on May 1, 2013
The Manchester battle for Thiago Alcantara
Sports Mole assesses which of the two Manchester clubs are more likely to sign Barcelona's Thiago Alcantara.
Jun 5, 11:03
Spain
Juan Mata content with Spain role
Juan Mata says he is happy to be a bit-part player for the Spanish national team, despite being the playmaker at Chelsea.
Jun 4, 06:58
Cesc Fabregas
Arsene Wenger: 'Cesc Fabregas is lacking confidence'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes that Cesc Fabregas "must be hurt" by a reduced role at Barcelona in recent months.
Jun 4, 03:17
Santos' Neymar prior to the start of the match against Flamingo on May 26, 2013
Neymar: 'Dani Alves told me to join Barcelona'
New Barcelona signing Neymar reveals that national teammate Dani Alves recommended the club to him.
Jun 3, 20:29
Santos' Neymar prior to the start of the match against Flamingo on May 26, 2013
Neymar: 'Playing with Lionel Messi is a dream'
New Barcelona winger Neymar is relishing the chance to play alongside Lionel Messi next season.
Jun 3, 19:40
Real Sociedad boss Philippe Montanier on the touchline on March 24, 2012
La Liga awards 2012-2013
Sports Mole hands out its end-of-season awards following the completion of the La Liga season.
Jun 3, 15:10
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the Copa del Rey Final against Atletico Madrid on May 17, 2013
Sports Mole's La Liga team of the season
Sports Mole selects its 11 star performers in La Liga following another pulsating season of Spanish action.
Jun 3, 13:45
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Andres Iniesta backs Neymar, Lionel Messi partnership
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta insists that Neymar will fit into the club's style of football next season.
Jun 3, 11:45
Barcelona's David Villa is congratulated by team mates after scoring the opening goal against Malaga on June 1, 2013
Barcelona reach 100 points with Malaga thrashing
Barcelona reach a club record total of 100 points in La Liga after running out 4-1 winners against Malaga on the final day of the season in Spain.
Jun 1, 19:03
Nou Camp
Live Commentary: Barcelona 4-1 Malaga - as it happened
Sports Mole's live commentary of the La Liga clash at Camp Nou as Barcelona record a 4-1 win over Malaga.
Jun 1, 16:52
Barcelona's Alexis Sanchez celebrates scoring the opening goal against Getafe on February 10, 2013
Barcelona enjoy comfortable win
Goals from Alexis Sanchez and Pedro Rodriguez give Barcelona a comfortable 2-0 victory over Espanyol.
May 26, 19:49
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Andres Iniesta: "Difficult situation" at Real Madrid
Andres Iniesta admits that he is confused why Iker Casillas and Jose Mourinho have fallen out at Real Madrid.
May 6, 16:31
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