Eric Abidal
Monaco confirm Eric Abidal signing
Monaco confirm the signing of former Barcelona defender Eric Abidal on a free transfer.
Jul 8, 12:32
 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
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal "optimistic" over Monaco move
Eric Abidal is remaining confident over a proposed move to Monaco.
Jun 26, 12:13
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal close to Monaco move
Eric Abidal's agent David Ventidelli reveals that the defender is close to agreeing a deal with Monaco.
Jun 23, 10:16
 Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye celebrates scoring a penalty against Southampton on February 24, 2013
Monaco target Yohan Cabaye, Eric Abidal?
Monaco indicate that they may be interested in Newcastle United midfielder Yohan Cabaye.
Jun 13, 03:07
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal drops Bayern Munich hint
Eric Abidal says that Pep Guardiola wants him to sign for Bayern Munich.
Jun 9, 18:22
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal: 'Barcelona thought I was too risky'
Eric Abidal says that he was not offered a new contract by Barcelona because they thought it was too risky.
Jun 9, 11:19
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal: 'I could finish my career at Monaco'
Eric Abidal admits that he could finish his playing career at Monaco, but insists that he has not yet made a decision on his future.
Jun 6, 20:40
 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
 Eric Abidal
Victor Valdes praises Eric Abidal
Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes praises Eric Abidal after the Frenchman played his final game for the club this weekend.
Jun 2, 12:50
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal: 'I will always carry Barcelona in my heart'
Eric Abidal admits that Barcelona will always hold a special place in his heart after playing his final game for the club.
Jun 1, 21:21
 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
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal makes final Barcelona appearance
Barcelona full-back Eric Abidal makes his final appearance for the Catalan giants during their final-day victory over Malaga.
Jun 1, 18:49
 Eric Abidal
Sandro Rosell: Eric Abidal decision "was tough"
Sandro Rosell admits that it was a very hard decision to let Eric Abidal go.
May 31, 09:39
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal announces Barcelona exit following liver transplant
Eric Abidal announces that he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season following a battle with liver cancer.
May 30, 14:08
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal heading for Barcelona exit?
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is expected to leave the Spanish champions at the end of the season.
May 22, 22:38
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal questions Barcelona future
Eric Abidal admits that he is unlikely to sign a new deal at Barcelona.
May 9, 09:53
 FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi during a press conference on April 22, 2013
Xavi lauds "extraordinary" Bayern Munich
Xavi says that Bayern Munich are worthy of a place in the Champions League final.
May 2, 06:14
 Joan Verdu for Espanyol in January 2012
Sports Mole's La Liga Team of the Week
Sports Mole selects its 11 star performers in Spain following another pulsating week of La Liga action.
Apr 21, 21:25
 Eric Abidal
Barcelona's Eric Abidal makes first start since liver transplant
Barcelona's Eric Abidal makes his first start for over a year since having a liver transplant.
Apr 21, 09:16
 Tito Vilanova
Match Analysis: Barcelona 1-0 Levante
Sports Mole dissects the action as Barcelona record a 1-0 win over Levante at Camp Nou.
Apr 20, 20:00
 Vincent Kompany, Cristiano Ronaldo
Barcelona to use Alexis Sanchez in Vincent Kompany deal?
Barcelona are reportedly putting together a bid for Vincent Kompany that would see Manchester City gain two players plus cash.
Apr 6, 22:35
 Cesc Fabregas
Match Analysis: Barcelona 5-0 Real Mallorca
Sports Mole dissects the action as Barcelona record a 5-0 win over Real Mallorca.
Apr 6, 22:20
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal makes emotional Barcelona return
Eric Abidal makes his first appearance for Barcelona since undergoing a liver transplant last year.
Apr 6, 21:42
 Eric Abidal
Live Commentary: Barcelona 5-0 Real Mallorca - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live commentary of the La Liga clash at Camp Nou as Barcelona record a 5-0 win over Real Mallorca.
Apr 6, 19:52
 Juan Roman Riquelme
Juan Roman Riquelme praises Barcelona
Boca Juniors midfielder Juan Roman Riquelme praises the playing style of former club Barcelona.
Apr 3, 15:35
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal makes Barcelona return
Eric Abidal plays his first game in over a year as Barcelona 'B' took on Ligue 2 side Istres in a friendly on Tuesday.
Mar 19, 12:29
 Eric Abidal
Carles Puyol delighted with Eric Abidal return
Barcelona captain Carles Puyol reveals that he is delighted with Eric Abidal's return from serious illness.
Feb 21, 20:27
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal to return to Barcelona squad
Eric Abidal is passed fit to return to first-team action after almost a year out.
Feb 21, 14:11
 Thomas Vermaelen
Thomas Vermaelen to Barcelona?
Arsenal captain Thomas Vermaelen is reportedly a target for Barcelona.
Feb 17, 06:23
 Lionel Messi celebrates a goal for Barcelona in the game against Malaga on January 13, 2013
Preview:Barcelona vs. Getafe
Sports Mole previews Barcelona's clash with Getafe in La Liga on Sunday.
Feb 8, 12:39
 Eric Abidal
Barcelona's Eric Abidal 'given green light to return to action'
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is reportedly told that he can return to first-team action for the club after having a liver transplant in April.
Dec 19, 10:08
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal not rushing return
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal insists that he will not rush back into action following a liver transplant.
Dec 17, 01:24
 Portman Road
Ipswich Town sign Kelly Youga
Championship side Ipswich Town take French defender Kelly Youga on a short-term deal.
Nov 13, 12:11
 Eric Abidal
Cesc Fabregas amazed by Eric Abidal return
Cesc Fabregas admits that he's amazed by Eric Abidal's "spectacular" return to training following a liver transplant.
Oct 10, 23:34
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal returns to Barcelona training
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal returns to training for the first time since undergoing a liver transplant in April.
Oct 10, 10:17
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal recovery going well
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is recovering well from his liver transplant, but still faces the possibility of never playing again.
Sep 7, 11:20
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal included in Barcelona's Champions League squad
Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova names defender Eric Abidal in his 25-man squad for the Champions League.
Sep 4, 23:56
 Nou Camp
Preview:Barcelona vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the Spanish Super Cup first leg between Barcelona and Real Madrid at the Nou Camp.
Aug 22, 11:19
 Eric Abidal
Eric Abidal eyes December return
Barcelona defender Eric Abidal is hopeful of returning to football by the end of the year following a liver transplant.
Aug 5, 11:37
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