Brazil's Fred celebrates scoring against Uruguay during their Confederations Cup semi final match on June 26, 2013
Brazil put three past Spain to clinch Confederations Cup crown
Goals from Neymar and Fred help Brazil secure a 3-0 victory over Spain in the Confederations Cup final.
Jun 30, 23:50
Brazil's Oscar celebrates his goal with teammate Neymar during their friendly soccer game against France on June 9, 2013
Team News: Brazil unchanged for Confederations Cup final
Brazil name an unchanged starting XI for tonight's Confederations Cup final against Spain, who bring Juan Mata in for David Silva.
Jun 30, 21:22
Brazilian internationals David Luiz and Thiago Silva in training on June 23, 2011
David Luiz backs Paulinho to impress
Chelsea defender David Luiz backs Paulinho to impress in the Premier League should the Brazilian join Tottenham Hotspur this summer.
Jun 30, 16:30
Brazil's Paulinho celebrates scoring his side's 2nd goal during the soccer Confederations Cup semifinal match between Brazil and Uruguay on June 26, 2013
Late Paulinho strike sends Brazil to Confederations Cup final
Brazil are through to the final of the Confederations Cup with a 2-1 win over Uruguay.
Jun 26, 20:56
Bayer Leverkusen's Stefan Kiessling on March 3, 2012
Five players Manchester City should sign
Sports Mole picks five players who could improve Manchester City's fortunes in both the Premier League and the Champions League.
Jun 24, 11:58
Brazilian internationals David Luiz and Thiago Silva in training on June 23, 2011
Barcelona track David Luiz, Thiago Silva?
Scouts from Barcelona are reportedly out in Brazil to watch David Luiz and Thiago Silva in the Confederations Cup.
Jun 23, 07:39
Dani Alves
Dani Alves encourages David Luiz to move to Barcelona?
Barcelona defender Dani Alves is encouraging Chelsea's David Luiz to join him in Spain, according to reports.
Jun 21, 11:10
New Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari speaks to the media on November 29, 2012
Luiz Felipe Scolari: 'Our start was fantastic'
Brazil manager Luiz Felipe Scolari hails his side's positive start in their victory over Mexico.
Jun 20, 00:10
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz breaks nose in Mexico clash
Brazil international David Luiz reveals that he broke his nose during his country's clash with Mexico.
Jun 19, 22:54
Neymar
Brazil overcome Mexico to reach semi-final of Confederations Cup
Neymar scores one and sets up another as Brazil defeat Mexico 2-0 in Group A of the Confederations Cup.
Jun 19, 21:01
David Luiz
David Luiz wants Brazil vs. Spain game
Brazil's David Luiz sets his sights on a Confederations Cup match with Spain.
Jun 19, 03:46
Mario Gomez
Five players Chelsea should sign
Sports Mole selects five players that could improve Chelsea's chances of success under Jose Mourinho next season.
Jun 18, 11:39
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Chelsea's David Luiz impressed by Paris Saint-Germain
Chelsea defender David Luiz admits that he is impressed by the "project" taking place at French champions Paris Saint-Germain.
Jun 16, 11:51
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz: 'I've become a better player at Chelsea'
Brazilian defender David Luiz insists that he has become a much better player since making the move to Chelsea in 2011.
Jun 16, 08:05
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz: 'I will play anywhere for Brazil'
Brazil international David Luiz reveals that he is prepared to play in any position to help his coach Luiz Felipe Scolari.
Jun 15, 06:01
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates his free-kick against Aston Villa on December 23, 2012
David Luiz courted by Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain are weighing up a summer swoop for David Luiz, according to reports.
Jun 14, 22:12
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz lookalike David Luis: 'We could make a great partnership'
A lookalike of David Luiz emerges in the form of Galacia defender David Luis.
Jun 14, 12:20
David Luiz, Jermain Defoe
Report: David Luiz told to adapt or be sold by Chelsea
Chelsea defender David Luiz has reportedly been told that he must adapt to new manager Jose Mourinho's playing style or be sold by the club.
Jun 12, 00:13
John Terry
John Terry to remain Chelsea captain
Recently reappointed Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho confirms that long-serving skipper John Terry will stay on as the team captain.
Jun 10, 22:30
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Barcelona weigh up David Luiz bid
Reports suggest that David Luiz is near the top of Barcelona's list of potential recruits this summer.
Jun 8, 03:51
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz odds-on to leave Chelsea
William Hill cut the odds of David Luiz leaving Chelsea before the new season starts following the return of Jose Mourinho.
Jun 4, 15:22
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho in the stands at Old Trafford to watch his team's Champions League opponents Manchester United play against Everton on February 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho's transfer plans for the summer ahead
Sports Mole looks at the work that lies ahead for Jose Mourinho following his return as manager of Chelsea.
Jun 3, 16:13
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Five replacements for David Luiz
We look at five centre-backs who could fill David Luiz's void at Chelsea, should the Brazilian defender join Barcelona.
Jun 3, 09:50
Chelsea's David Luiz takes a penalty on December 5, 2012
Chelsea 'to sell David Luiz to Barcelona for £30m'
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to sell David Luiz to Barcelona for £30m due to Jose Mourinho's unwillingness to keep the defender.
Jun 3, 08:43
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates his free-kick against Aston Villa on December 23, 2012
David Luiz refuses to confirm Chelsea future
Chelsea defender David Luiz fails to confirm that he will still be at Stamford Bridge next season amid speculation over his future.
Jun 3, 04:11
England's Phil Jones and Brazil's Luis Gustavo Dias battle for the ball during a friendly match on June 2, 2013
Live Commentary: Brazil 2-2 England - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text commentary of the friendly between Brazil and England at the Maracana that ends in a 2-2 draw.
Jun 2, 18:00
David Luiz
David Luiz: "England do not win titles"
Brazil defender David Luiz feels that England's lack of a winning mentality has stopped them clinching a major tournament in the last 47 years.
Jun 2, 01:20
Pele
Pele backs Brazil against England
Brazilian legend Pele thinks that his side will be too good for England in this evening's friendly between the two teams.
Jun 1, 23:35
Brazil's Maracana Stadium, photographed on April 11, 2013
Preview:Brazil vs. England
Sports Mole previews Sunday's international friendly between Brazil and England at the Maracana Stadium.
May 31, 16:57
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Chelsea's David Luiz: 'No contact with Barcelona'
Chelsea's David Luiz says that he has had "no news" regarding a potential summer bid from Barcelona.
May 31, 09:32
David Luiz with Rafael Benitez at a press conference on March 6, 2013
Rafael Benitez wants to take Chelsea's David Luiz to Napoli?
Rafael Benitez is reportedly keen to take Chelsea's David Luiz with him to Napoli this summer.
May 30, 08:41
Chelsea's David Luiz takes a penalty on December 5, 2012
David Luiz to hold Chelsea talks amid Barcelona interest?
David Luiz is reportedly keen to hold talks with Chelsea over his future due to reports of interest from Barcelona, and rumours that Jose Mourinho doesn't rate him.
May 29, 08:42
David Luiz with Rafael Benitez at a press conference on March 6, 2013
David Luiz praises Rafael Benitez for "good season"
Defender David Luiz insists that Rafael Benitez deserves credit for masterminding "a good season" at Chelsea.
May 26, 23:49
Edin Dzeko
Manchester City triumph in New York
Manchester City defeat Chelsea 5-3 at the Yankees Stadium, their second victory over the Blues during their US tour.
May 26, 00:02
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Real Madrid to make David Luiz move?
Real Madrid are reportedly lining up a move for Chelsea defender David Luiz.
May 21, 16:59
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic is mobbed by team mates after scoring the late winner against Benfica on May 15, 2013
End-of-season report: Chelsea
Sports Mole looks back at Chelsea's marathon campaign that has seen play as many as 69 games.
May 21, 14:03
David Luiz with Rafael Benitez at a press conference on March 6, 2013
David Luiz thanks "amazing" Rafael Benitez
David Luiz says that Rafael Benitez has been an "amazing" manager for Chelsea this season.
May 20, 07:02
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz: 'Chelsea can win Premier League next year'
Chelsea defender David Luiz believes that his side are well prepared to win the Premier League title next season.
May 17, 05:53
Benfica manager Jorge Jesus on the touchline on March 17, 2013
Benfica's Jorge Jesus targets Europa League glory
Jorge Jesus is determined to lead Benfica to Europa League success tonight.
May 15, 14:19
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz desperate to claim silverware
David Luiz insists that Chelsea are desperate to end a run of three defeats in major finals this season in tomorrow night's Europa League decider against Benfica.
May 14, 01:38
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