Argentina's Enzo Fernandez celebrates scoring their second goal on November 26, 2022
Who have been the breakout stars of the 2022 World Cup?
Sports Mole takes a look at five breakout stars who excelled for their country at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Dec 19, 06:00
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy and teammates after winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022
Lionel Scaloni and nine Argentina players react after winning 2022 World Cup
Lionel Scaloni expresses his pride after leading Argentina to glory at the 2022 World Cup, while nine Argentina players also react after beating France in the final on penalties.
Dec 19, 00:11
Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after collecting the Golden Ball award on December 18, 2022
A closer look at Lionel Messi's World Cup records
After etching his name into World Cup folklore by winning the 2022 final with Argentina, Sports Mole takes a look at the standout records Messi now holds at the World Cup.
Dec 18, 22:37
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy and teammates after winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022
Match Analysis: Argentina 3-3 France (Argentina win 4-2 on penalties) - highlights, man of the match, stats
Sports Mole provides highlights, man of the match and stats from Argentina's incredible penalty shootout victory over France in the 2022 World Cup final.
Dec 18, 19:30
Lionel Messi, Emiliano Martinez and Kylian Mbappe pictured with their individual awards at the World Cup on December 18, 2022
Lionel Messi wins second Golden Ball, Kylian Mbappe secures Golden Boot
Argentina's Lionel Messi wins the Golden Ball award as France striker Kylian Mbappe scoops the Golden Boot award at the 2022 World Cup.
Dec 18, 19:14
Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring for France against Argentina on December 18, 2022
Sir Geoff Hurst congratulates Kylian Mbappe on World Cup final hat-trick
France striker Kylian Mbappe is congratulated by Sir Geoff Hurst after scoring the second World Cup final hat-trick against Argentina.
Dec 18, 18:53
Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring for France against Argentina on December 18, 2022
Qatar World Cup sets new record for most goals scored
The 2022 World Cup sets a new goalscoring record as 172 strikes fly in during the Qatar tournament following Sunday's six-goal final between Argentina and France.
Dec 18, 18:33
Argentina celebrate winning the World Cup on December 18, 2022
Argentina beat France on penalties to win World Cup
Argentina survive a miraculous France comeback in one of the great World Cup finals to win 4-2 on penalties after a spectacular 3-3 draw at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
Dec 18, 17:54
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates their third goal on December 13, 2022
Team News: Lionel Messi makes World Cup history with start for Argentina in 2022 final
Lionel Messi will become the all-time record appearance-maker at the World Cup after being named in Argentina's starting lineup for the 2022 final against France.
Dec 18, 13:39
David de Gea in action for Manchester United on August 13, 2022
Manchester United 'reluctant to offer David de Gea new deal'
Manchester United are reportedly reluctant to trigger the 12-month extension option in David de Gea's contract and could sign a new number one goalkeeper.
Dec 18, 09:09
Argentina's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring their third goal with Lionel Messi on December 13, 2022
World Cup 2022: Argentina vs. France Combined XI
Ahead of Sunday's World Cup 2022 final between Argentina and France, Sports Mole picks a combined XI from both squads.
Dec 16, 13:21
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal with Julian Alvarez and teammates on December 13, 2022
How Argentina could line up against France
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Sunday's World Cup 2022 final against France.
Dec 16, 09:14
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal with Julian Alvarez and teammates on December 13, 2022
Preview:Argentina vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's World Cup clash between Argentina and France, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 16, 09:05
Argentina's Rodrigo De Paul, Gonzalo Montiel, Lisandro Martinez and Nicolas Otamendi appeal to referee Szymon Marciniak as Argentina's Cristian Romero reacts on December 3, 2022
Polish referee Szymon Marciniak to officiate World Cup final
Polish referee Szymon Marciniak will officiate the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France at the Lusail Stadium on Sunday.
Dec 15, 20:25
 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates their third goal on December 13, 2022
World Cup Team of the Semi-Finals - Messi, Griezmann, Konate
Sports Mole selects its World Cup Team of the Week for the semi-finals, including Lionel Messi, Antoine Griezmann and Ibrahima Konate.
Dec 15, 09:48
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pictured in November 2022
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Villarreal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's friendly clash between Aston Villa and Villarreal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 14, 06:00
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on December 13, 2022
Match Analysis: Argentina 3-0 Croatia - highlights, man of the match, stats
Sports Mole provides highlights, man of the match and stats for Argentina's Lionel Messi-inspired 3-0 victory over Croatia in the World Cup semi-final.
Dec 13, 21:17
Lionel Messi celebrates as Argentina progress to the semi finals on December 9, 2022
Team News: Lionel Messi starts as Argentina make two changes for Croatia semi-final
Lionel Messi starts as Argentina make two changes for this evening's World Cup 2022 semi-final showdown against Croatia at the Lusail Stadium.
Dec 13, 18:04
Nahuel Molina celebrates scoring for Argentina against the Netherlands on December 9, 2022
World Cup 2022: Argentina vs. Croatia head-to-head record
Ahead of Tuesday's World Cup semi-final clash between Argentina and Croatia, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record between the two sides.
Dec 12, 20:35
Chelsea head coach Graham Potter during defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on October 29, 2022.
Chelsea suffer narrow defeat to Aston Villa in Abu Dhabi
Chelsea lose 1-0 to Aston Villa in their mid-season friendly in Abu Dhabi, with John McGinn's first-half effort proving to be the difference.
Dec 11, 16:08
Argentina's Gonzalo Montiel celebrates after he scores a penalty during a penalty shootout on December 9, 2022
How Argentina could line up against Croatia
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Tuesday's World Cup 2022 semi-final with Croatia.
Dec 11, 14:10
Argentina's Marcos Acuna reacts on December 9, 2022
Argentina's Gonzalo Montiel, Marcos Acuna to miss World Cup semi-final with Croatia
Argentina full-backs Gonzalo Montiel and Marcos Acuna will miss next Tuesday's 2022 World Cup semi-final with Croatia due to suspension.
Dec 10, 13:35
Argentina's Lionel Messi with Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal and assistant coach Edgar Davids on December 9, 2022
Argentina's Lionel Messi hits back at Louis van Gaal, urges FIFA to drop referee after Netherlands win
Lionel Messi criticises Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal and on-field referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz following Argentina's quarter-final victory at the 2022 World Cup.
Dec 10, 01:49
Nahuel Molina celebrates scoring for Argentina against the Netherlands on December 9, 2022
Argentina beat Netherlands on penalties to advance to semi-finals
A sensational Netherlands comeback is in vain as Argentina progress to the World Cup semi-finals on penalties following a historic 2-2 draw at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
Dec 9, 21:55
Chelsea head coach Graham Potter during defeat to Arsenal on November 6, 2022.
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's friendly between Aston Villa and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 9, 15:43
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Australia in the World Cup on December 3, 2022
World Cup 2022: Reasons for Argentina to be confident of beating the Netherlands
Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2022 quarter-final between the Netherlands and Argentina, Sports Mole looks at reasons for La Albiceleste to be confident of victory.
Dec 8, 15:52
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pictured in November 2022
Aston Villa, Brighton & Hove Albion play out entertaining draw in Dubai
Premier League sides Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion play out an entertaining 2-2 draw in their friendly in Dubai on Thursday.
Dec 8, 15:05
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Australia in the World Cup on December 3, 2022
How Argentina could line up against the Netherlands
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Friday's World Cup 2022 quarter-final with the Netherlands.
Dec 7, 11:54
Memphis Depay celebrates scoring for the Netherlands against the USA on December 3, 2022
Preview:Netherlands vs. Argentina - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup clash between Netherlands and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 7, 11:36
Richarlison celebrates scoring for Brazil on November 24, 2022
How many Premier League players are left at World Cup?
With the World Cup having now reached the quarter-final stage, how many Premier League players are currently still representing their respective nations in Qatar?
Dec 6, 21:15
Australia manager Graham Arnold pictured on December 3, 2022
Graham Arnold unsure about Australia future after World Cup exit
Graham Arnold admits that he is unsure whether he will stay on as Australia manager after a 2-1 last-16 defeat to Argentina knocks the Socceroos out of the World Cup.
Dec 4, 07:57
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Australia in the World Cup on December 3, 2022
Argentina overcome Australia to advance to World Cup quarter-finals
Argentina book their spot in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Australia in Al Rayyan.
Dec 3, 20:56
Angel Di Maria in action for Argentina on September 27, 2022
Team News: Angel di Maria replaced by Papu Gomez in Argentina XI for Australia clash
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni drops Angel di Maria from his starting lineup for their World Cup 2022 last-16 tie against Australia this evening.
Dec 3, 18:06
Emi Martinez in action for Argentina on November 22, 2022
Tottenham Hotspur 'keeping tabs on Emiliano Martinez'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keeping tabs on Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who is generating interest from across Europe.
Dec 2, 18:42
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pictured in November 2022
Preview:Cardiff City vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Cardiff City and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 28, 16:30
Lionel Messi scores for Argentina against Mexico at the World Cup on November 26, 2022
Lionel Messi inspires Argentina to vital win over Mexico in Group C
Argentina give their World Cup last-16 hopes a huge boost with a 2-0 victory over Mexico in their second match in Group C.
Nov 26, 20:57
Argentina's Lionel Messi looks dejected after Saudi Arabia score their first goal on November 22, 2022
How Argentina could line up against Mexico
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Saturday's crucial World Cup clash with Group C rivals Mexico.
Nov 24, 21:08
Saudi Arabia's Salem Al-Dawsari celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on November 22, 2022
Saudi Arabia come from behind to stun Argentina in World Cup opener
Saudi Arabia come from behind to record a stunning 2-1 victory against two-time world champions Argentina in their 2022 World Cup Group C opener on Tuesday.
Nov 22, 12:08
Lionel Messi in action for Argentina on September 27, 2022
Team News: Lionel Messi starts for Argentina against Saudi Arabia, Lisandro Martinez benched
Lionel Messi starts as captain for Argentina in their World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia, while Lisandro Martinez is named on the substitutes' bench.
Nov 22, 09:11
Poland's Wojciech Szczesny during a press conference on November 21, 2022
Manchester United add Wojciech Szczesny to goalkeeper shortlist?
Manchester United reportedly add Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny to their list of possible replacements for David de Gea.
Nov 21, 23:58
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