Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after Julian Alvarez scores their third goal on December 13, 2022
Lionel Messi breaks fresh World Cup records, equals Diego Maradona mark in semi-final
Argentina's Lionel Messi breaks a string of World Cup records with a goal and an assist against Croatia, including equalling Diego Maradona's all-time assist mark.
Dec 13, 21:00
 Lionel Messi celebrates as Argentina progress to the semi finals on December 9, 2022
Argentina vs. Croatia: Who could be the key men in World Cup semi-final?
Ahead of Tuesday's World Cup semi-final between Argentina and Croatia, Sports Mole looks at which players could prove to be decisive for both sides in Qatar.
Dec 12, 19:07
 Lionel Messi celebrates as Argentina progress to the semi finals on December 9, 2022
Argentina's Lionel Messi looking to break four World Cup records against Croatia
Lionel Messi will be looking to break four World Cup records when his Argentina side lock horns with Croatia in Tuesday's semi-final clash at the Lusail Stadium.
Dec 12, 15:12
 Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo in action against Ghana at the World Cup on November 24, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo looking to end record World Cup knockout drought
Cristiano Ronaldo will attempt to end a record World Cup knockout drought when Portugal take on Switzerland in the last-16 stage of the competition.
Dec 5, 13:40
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Australia at the World Cup on December 3, 2022
Lionel Messi breaks two Diego Maradona records in Argentina's win over Australia
Lionel Messi breaks two records, previously set by Diego Maradona, following Argentina's 2-1 victory over Australia in the last 16 of the 2022 World Cup on Saturday.
Dec 3, 22:01
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after the match on November 30, 2022
World Cup 2022: Argentina vs. Australia head-to-head record
Ahead of Saturday's World Cup last-16 tie between Argentina and Australia, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record between the two sides.
Dec 2, 11:00
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on November 26, 2022
World Cup 2022: Why to expect a Lionel Messi goal against Poland
Ahead of Argentina's final World Cup group game against Poland, Sports Mole looks at why to expect a Lionel Messi goal in the contest.
Nov 30, 01:12
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on November 26, 2022
Lionel Messi breaks World Cup assist record in Argentina's win over Mexico
Lionel Messi breaks a World Cup assist record after setting up Argentina's second goal in their 2-0 victory over Mexico at Lusail Stadium on Saturday.
Nov 26, 22:01
 Lionel Messi warms up for Argentina on November 22, 2022
World Cup 2022: Reasons for Argentina to be confident of beating Mexico
Ahead of Saturday's World Cup game between Argentina and Mexico, Sports Mole looks at the reasons why Argentina will be confident of securing a win.
Nov 25, 21:17
 Argentina's Lionel Messi pictured on November 22, 2022
Preview:Argentina vs. Mexico - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup clash between Argentina and Mexico, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 24, 19:04
 Argentina's Lionel Messi pictured on November 22, 2022
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
 Argentina's Diego Maradona lifts the World Cup trophy after helping his team to the 1986 title
Argentina vs. Saudi Arabia: A look at both teams' record at previous World Cups
Ahead of the World Cup clash between Argentina and Saudi Arabia, Sports Mole looks back at how both nations have fared at previous editions of the tournament.
Nov 21, 21:35
 Lionel Messi in action for Paris Saint-Germain on November 2, 2022
Lionel Messi's World Cup record
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Lionel Messi's World Cup record ahead of what may prove to be the attacker's final shot at glory with Argentina.
Nov 21, 08:21
 Diego Maradona scores against England on June 22, 1986
Top 10 greatest moments in World Cup history
One year out from the 2026 finals, Sports Mole reflects on some defining moments in World Cup history and decides on the top 10 of all time.
Nov 19, 14:47
 Argentina's Diego Maradona lifts the World Cup trophy after helping his team to the 1986 title
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
 Germany's Philipp Lahm (R) celebrates his goal against Costa Rica with team mates Torsten Frings (C) and Bastian Schweinsteiger during their Group A World Cup 2006 soccer match in Munich June 9, 2006
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
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on September 27, 2022
Argentina's Lionel Messi claims England are among favourites for 2022 World Cup
Lionel Messi believes that England are among the favourites to win the 2022 World Cup, and remains coy about Argentina's own prospects of success in Qatar.
Nov 16, 15:17
 Belgium players pose for a team group photo before the match on September 22, 2022
Belgium World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole previews the chances of a Belgium side who are bidding to win the tournament for the very first time.
Nov 15, 18:00
 Argentina players pose for a team group photo before the match on June 1, 2022
Argentina World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole previews Argentina's chances as seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi bids to lift the trophy for the first time in his career.
Nov 14, 18:00
 Filippo Bandinelli celebrates scoring for Empoli on September 12, 2022
Preview:Empoli vs. Cremonese - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Serie A clash between Empoli and Cremonese, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 9, 17:32
 Khvicha Kvaratskhelia celebrates scoring for Napoli on October 12, 2022
Preview:Napoli vs. Rangers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Napoli and Rangers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 24, 17:05
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on September 27, 2022
Lionel Messi: 'Qatar World Cup will be my last with Argentina'
Paris Saint-Germain forward Lionel Messi reveals that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will be his last with two-time winners Argentina.
Oct 6, 16:33
 Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on September 23, 2022
Preview:Jamaica vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's International Friendlies clash between Jamaica and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 25, 14:58
 Argentina's Giovani Lo Celso pictured in June 2022
Preview:Argentina vs. Honduras - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's International Friendlies clash between Argentina and Honduras, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 21, 16:13
 Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' shirt at an auction in April 2022.
Diego Maradona 'Hand of God' shirt sold for record price at auction
The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored his famous 'Hand Of God' goal for Argentina against England has been sold for a record price at auction.
May 4, 16:32
 Napoli coach Luciano Spalletti reacts on April 3, 2022
Preview:Napoli vs. Sassuolo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between Napoli and Sassuolo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 28, 21:08
 Euro 2020 winners Italy celebrate with the trophy on July 11, 2021
Wembley Stadium to host 'Finalissima' between Italy and Argentina
Wembley Stadium is confirmed as the host venue for the 'Finalissima' clash between Italy and Argentina on June 1.
Mar 23, 13:51
 River Plate's Julian Alvarez celebrates winning the Argentina Primera Division with the trophy on November 25, 2021
Who is Manchester City target Julian Alvarez?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at River Plate forward Julian Alvarez amid reported interest from Manchester City.
Jan 24, 07:00
 Napoli's Eljif Elmas pictured in September 2021
Preview:Napoli vs. Spezia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Serie A clash between Napoli and Spezia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 20, 11:30
 New Barcelona boss Xavi pictured on November 8, 2021
Preview:Barcelona vs. Elche - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Barcelona and Elche, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 16, 11:08
 General view outside San Siro in 2015
Remembering Gunnar Nordahl: AC Milan's greatest goalscorer of all time
On what would have been his 100th birthday, Sports Mole remembers Swedish striker Gunnar Nordahl - AC Milan's greatest ever goalscorer.
Oct 19, 06:00
 Napoli's Victor Osimhen celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on September 26, 2021
Preview:Napoli vs. Torino - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Serie A clash between Napoli and Torino, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 15, 17:32
 Napoli's Victor Osimhen celebrates scoring their first goal on September 26, 2021
Preview:Napoli vs. Spartak Moscow - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Napoli and Spartak Moscow, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 28, 17:52
 Leicester City's Marc Albrighton celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on August 28, 2021
Preview:Leicester City vs. Napoli - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Leicester City and Napoli, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 14, 17:25
 Juve boss Massimiliano Allegri salutes on February 10, 2019
Preview:Napoli vs. Juventus - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between Napoli and Juventus, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 9, 19:48
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his goal against Arsenal on April 6, 2010
Lionel Messi's top 20 performances for Barcelona
Following Barcelona's confirmation that Lionel Messi will not sign a new contract this summer, Sports Mole looks at the Argentine's 20 greatest performances for the club.
Aug 5, 19:50
 Diego Maradona scores against England on June 22, 1986
Diego Maradona remembered with light show before Copa America
The former Argentina star died last year at the age of 60.
Jun 15, 10:04
 Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Juventus on March 9, 2021
Preview:Juventus vs. Napoli - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Serie A clash between Juventus and Napoli, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 5, 18:16
 Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Cadiz in La Liga on February 21, 2020
Lionel Messi's greatest ever games for Barcelona
Sports Mole counts down Lionel Messi's 20 greatest individual performances following his record-breaking 768th appearance for Barcelona.
Mar 22, 18:00
 Napoli coach Gennaro Gattuso reacts in the Europa League on February 18, 2021
Preview:Napoli vs. Granada - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Napoli and Granada, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 23, 11:25
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