Javi Martinez
Javi Martinez expects strong Spain without David Villa, Carles Puyol
Athetic Bilbao defender Javi Martinez is confident that Spain can win Euro 2012 even without injured Barcelona pair Carles Puyol and David Villa.
Jun 6, 14:44
 Isaac Cuenca
Cristian Tello, Isaac Cuenca staying put
Barcelona tell Arsenal and Liverpool that youngsters Issac Cuenca and Cristian Tello are not for sale.
Jun 5, 12:31
 Fernando Llorente
Euro 2012 Preview: Spain
Defending champions Spain head into Euro 2012 as hot favourites to retain their title. Here, Sports Mole assesses their chances of making it three major trophies in a row.
Jun 4, 12:30
 David Villa
David Villa hails Fernando Torres
Barcelona's David Villa says that Spain will not be affected by his absence during Euro 2012 because they have the likes of Fernando Torres.
May 31, 22:40
 David Villa
David Silva rues David Villa absence
David Villa's absence from Euro 2012 will be tough for Spain, according to teammate David Silva.
May 29, 06:42
 Fernando Torres
Fernando Torres looking to repay Vicente Del Bosque faith
Fernando Torres is keen to prove his worth after being selected in Spain's Euro 2012 squad.
May 29, 06:12
 Fernando Torres
Fernando Torres, David Silva, Juan Mata in Spain squad
Fernando Torres, David Silva and Juan Mata are named in Spain's 23-man squad for Euro 2012.
May 27, 23:10
 David Villa
Vicente Del Bosque bemoans David Villa absence
Vicente Del Bosque says that Spain will definitely miss David Villa at this summer's Euro 2012 championships.
May 25, 20:17
 Fernando Torres
Fernando Torres expected Spain Euro 2012 snub
Fernando Torres says that he answered the call to join the Spain squad for Euro 2012 with "enthusiasm" after convincing himself that he would not be included.
May 24, 15:54
 David Villa
David de Gea: David Villa absence is a shame
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea believes that David Villa's absence from Spain's Euro 2012 squad is a "shame".
May 23, 18:47
 David Villa
David Villa out of European Championships
Spain forward David Villa is ruled out of Euro 2012 after failing to recover from his broken leg.
May 22, 20:05
 Mario Gomez
Euro 2012: Who will be the leading goalscorer?
We've reached that time of year where people will begin to place their Euro 2012 bets. Here, Sports Mole picks five players who could be the tournament's leading goalscorer.
May 21, 16:40
 Vicente Del Bosque
Vicente del Bosque not ruling out Carles Puyol, David Villa
Spain coach Vicente del Bosque claims that Barcelona duo Carles Puyol and David Villa could yet be fit for Euro 2012.
May 16, 20:12
 David Villa
Doctor "optimistic" over David Villa's Euro 2012 chances
Spain's team doctor believes that David Villa has a chance of being fit for Euro 2012.
May 8, 12:09
 David Villa
David Villa to return to fitness for Euro 2012?
David Villa has reportedly been training for the last three weeks to try to win a spot in Spain's squad for the Euros after breaking his leg in December.
May 7, 17:37
 Nou Camp
Guillem Balague: 'Barcelona will sell David Villa, Dani Alves'
Spanish football correspondent Guillem Balague claims that Barcelona want to sell David Villa and Dani Alves.
May 1, 10:10
 David Villa
David Villa close to Barcelona return
Barcelona striker David Villa closes in on a return to fitness for the Spanish club.
Mar 30, 19:26
 David Villa
David Villa receives 1,000 paper cranes
A group of Japanese Barcelona supporters send David Villa 1,000 paper cranes as the striker steps up his recovery from a broken leg.
Mar 19, 17:10
 Eric Abidal
Footballers show support for Eric Abidal
A host of players use Twitter to send Eric Abidal their messages of support, after it was revealed that he will require a liver transplant.
Mar 15, 21:18
 David Villa
David Villa "optimistic" over injury return
David Villa is confident that he will be fit enough to play for Barcelona and Spain in the near future.
Feb 8, 12:57
 Pep Guardiola
Pep Guardiola: 'We won't replace David Villa'
Pep Guardiola says that Barcelona will not replace the injured David Villa in January.
Jan 7, 17:40
 David Villa
David Villa faces five-month layoff
David Villa faces four to five months out after undergoing surgery on his broken tibia.
Dec 19, 20:28
 David Villa
David Villa to have surgery on Monday
Barcelona striker David Villa will have surgery on his broken leg on Monday.
Dec 17, 21:23
 David Villa
Pep Guardiola: 'We'll try our best without David Villa'
Barca boss Pep Guardiola says that the team will have to make do without David Silva in the World Club Cup after the striker broke his leg.
Dec 15, 20:24
 Pep Guardiola
Result: Barcelona 4-0 Al-Sadd
Barcelona book their place in the FIFA World Club World Cup final as they defeat Qatari club Al-Sadd 4-0 in Yokohama.
Dec 15, 13:24
 David Villa
David Villa suffers fractured tibia
David Villa breaks his leg during Barcelona's FIFA Club World Cup semi-final against Al-Sadd.
Dec 15, 11:54
 David Villa
Pep Guardiola: 'David Villa staying put'
Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola describes press speculation that striker David Villa has been made available for transfer as "lies".
Dec 14, 13:07
 David Villa
David Villa to quit Barcelona for Premier League?
The Premier League's elite will be on red alert as David Villa reportedly tells his advisors to search for a new club in England.
Dec 12, 10:44
 David Villa
Jorge Valdano issues David Villa fear
David Villa is in danger of becoming a fringe player for Barcelona, according to Jorge Valdano.
Dec 7, 13:04
 David Villa
David Villa "happy and settled" at Barcelona
David Villa speaks of his happiness at Barcelona, distancing himself from a move to Liverpool.
Dec 3, 11:19
 David Villa
Result: Barcelona 4-0 Rayo Vallecano
Alexis Sanchez scores a brace as Barcelona recover from their weekend loss at Getafe with victory over Rayo Vallecano at the Nou Camp.
Nov 29, 23:00
 David Villa
Liverpool look to land Barcelona striker David Villa
Liverpool renew their interest in Spanish striker David Villa.
Nov 27, 07:00
 Gerard Pique
Result: Barcelona 4-0 Real Zaragoza
Barcelona score four goals without reply to claim all three points against Real Zaragoza tonight.
Nov 19, 20:50
 David Villa
Result: Costa Rica 2-2 Spain
Spain come from 2-0 down to force a draw against Costa Rica in San Jose.
Nov 16, 06:38
 David Villa
Tuesday's international friendly round-up
There were wins for Germany, England, Uruguay and USA as Spain prevent a surprise defeat in Costa Rica with two late goals from David Silva and David Villa.
Nov 15, 23:14
 Frank Lampard
Result: England 1-0 Spain
A header from Frank Lampard was enough for England to record victory over world and European champions Spain at Wembley this evening.
Nov 12, 19:05
 David Villa
Liverpool linked with move for David Villa
Liverpool are ready to offer £34m for Barcelona's David Villa.
Nov 10, 06:24
 Andres Iniesta
Result: Barcelona 2-0 Viktoria Plzen
Barcelona remain unbeaten in the defence of their Champions League title with a 2-0 win at home to Viktoria Plzen.
Oct 19, 20:49
 Pep Guardiola
Team News: Strong attacking lineup for Barcelona
Pep Guardiola selects a strong attacking lineup for Barcelona's match against Viktoria Plzen this evening.
Oct 19, 18:06
 David Villa
Result: Spain 3-1 Scotland
David Silva scores twice and sets up the other as Spain end Scotland's hopes of grabbing a play-off place for the Euro 2012 finals.
Oct 11, 20:33
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