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Fabio Capello: 'Cristiano Ronaldo lacks Lionel Messi's pure technical skill'
Russia manager Fabio Capello believes that Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo "does not possess the pure technical skill" of Barcelona's Lionel Messi.Oct 30, 19:56
Fabio Capello: 'I tried to bring Lionel Messi to Juventus'
Former Juventus manager Fabio Capello claims that he tried to bring Barcelona star Lionel Messi to Turin on loan back in 2005.Oct 30, 19:38
Fabio Capello criticises Neymar
Russia boss Fabio Capello says that Barcelona forward Neymar "has a very annoying attitude" and calls on the Brazilian to stop diving.Oct 26, 13:18
Moldova hold Russia to shock draw
Moldova hold Russia to a 1-1 draw at the Otkrytie Arena to register their first Euro 2016 qualification point.Oct 12, 17:56
Sweden and Russia share the spoils
Group G rivals Russia and Sweden have to settle for a 1-1 draw in their Euro 2016 qualifier.Oct 9, 20:40
Half-Time Report: Russia hold 1-0 lead over Sweden
Russia lead Sweden 1-0 at half time of their Euro 2016 Group G qualifier thanks to Alexander Kokorin's goal and Sebastian Larsson's missed penalty.Oct 9, 19:39
Fabio Capello: 'Russia must improve'
Fabio Capello admits that Russia still need to improve certain aspects of their game following their 4-0 win over Liechtenstein.Sep 9, 10:59
Russia put four past Liechtenstein in opening Euro 2016 qualifier
Russia make a winning start to their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign with a comfortable 4-0 win over Liechtenstein in Khimki.Sep 8, 17:51
Half-Time Report: Russia take early lead over Liechtenstein in Group G opener
Russia score in the fourth minute but are unable to add to their lead before half time against Group G minnows Liechtenstein in Euro 2016 qualifying.Sep 8, 16:48
England's top five wins over Switzerland
Sports Mole picks out five of England's most memorable victories over tonight's opponents Switzerland.Sep 8, 10:14
Harry Redknapp: 'I can't see myself managing England'
Queens Park Rangers boss Harry Redknapp does not believe that he will be in the running the next time that the England manager's job becomes available.Sep 7, 02:26
David Beckham open to England offer from Roy Hodgson
David Beckham would welcome the chance to help England in some capacity if he were offered a role by Roy Hodgson. Sep 6, 10:47
On this day: Jermain Defoe hat-trick sinks Bulgaria
Back on this day in 2010, Jermain Defoe scored a hat-trick as England overcome Bulgaria 4-0 at Wembley.Sep 3, 08:56
Major League Soccer players on loan
Following the news of Frank Lampard's loan move to Manchester City, Sports Mole looks at other MLS players that have had loan spells in Europe.Aug 3, 09:57
Fabio Capello threatens to quit Russia
Fabio Capello says that if he does not receive the full backing from his employers then he will stand down as manager of Russia.Aug 2, 00:18
Real Madrid send Deny Cheryshev to Villarreal on loan
Villarreal agree a deal to sign Russia forward Denis Cheryshev on a one-year loan from Real Madrid, pending a medical.Jun 28, 16:28
Fabio Capello to remain as Russia manager
The president of the Russian Football Union says that Fabio Capello will remain as manager of the national side.Jun 27, 16:43
Fabio Capello hails "incredible" World Cup
Russia manager Fabio Capello hails the "incredible" quality of this year's World Cup.Jun 27, 15:31
On this day: Thomas Muller-inspired Germany thrash England
On this day in 2010, England were outclassed by a young Germany side in South Africa.Jun 27, 08:35
Fabio Capello unhappy as lasers are shone at Russian goalkeeper's face
Fabio Capello is upset as lasers were shone in Akinfeev's face during a free kick which was scored by Algeria, ultimately sending them through to the knockout stages.Jun 27, 06:04
Fabio Capello: 'Referees against Russia'
Russia manager Fabio Capello insists that referees are "always" against his side after they failed to earn a penalty during their game with Algeria.Jun 26, 22:56
Match Analysis: Algeria 1-1 Russia
Sports Mole analyses the World Cup match between Algeria and Russia.Jun 26, 22:41
Algeria through to World Cup knockout stage at expense of Russia
Algeria secure their passage to the knockout stages of a World Cup for the first time in their history after securing a 1-1 draw against Russia in Curitiba.Jun 26, 21:53
Half-Time Report: Russia leading Algeria
Russia are currently leading Algeria 1-0 in their World Cup Group H game in Curitiba.Jun 26, 20:51
Fabio Capello: 'Russia team too insular'
Fabio Capello advises some of his Russian team to seek moves away from Russia's domestic league in a bid to broaden their horizons.Jun 25, 23:57
Preview:Algeria vs. Russia
Sports Mole previews Thursday's important World Cup showdown in Curitiba between Group H rivals Algeria and Russia.Jun 24, 11:05
Fabio Capello: 'Russia capable of reaching second round'
Russia coach Fabio Capello insists that his team is capable of reaching the second round of the World Cup following their defeat to Belgium.Jun 23, 10:44
Fabio Capello: 'Belgium defeat unfair'
Fabio Capello declares himself happy with Russia's performance in their late defeat at the hands of Belgium.Jun 22, 19:58
Match Analysis: Belgium 1-0 Russia
Sports Mole assesses the World Cup match between Belgium and Russia.Jun 22, 18:41
Martin Keown expecting strong Belgium
Former England defender Martin Keown expects Belgium to impress in this afternoon's World Cup clash against Russia.Jun 22, 15:46
Team News: Marouane Fellaini, Dries Mertens come into Belgium XI
Marouane Fellaini, Dries Mertens and Thomas Vermaelen all come into the Belgium XI for their World Cup Group H clash with Russia.Jun 22, 15:06
Fabio Capello to continue with Igor Akinfeev
Russia boss Fabio Capello says that he will not drop goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev following his error in Sunday's 1-1 draw with South Korea.Jun 21, 21:19
Vincent Kompany fit for Russia clash
Belgium captain Vincent Kompany says that he is expecting to be fit for Sunday's World Cup clash with Russia at the Maracana.Jun 21, 19:18
Belgium coach Marc Wilmots expects tactical Russia clash
Belgium coach Marc Wilmots is expecting a tactical battle when his team plays Russia at the World Cup.Jun 21, 17:25
Wayne Rooney gives Roy Hodgson backing
Wayne Rooney believes that Roy Hodgson should continue as England's manager following the team's exit from the World Cup.Jun 21, 16:31
Sergei Ignashevich expects no Russian nerves
Defender Sergei Ignashevich believes that Russia will show fewer nerves when they play Belgium at the World Cup on Sunday.Jun 21, 12:21
Why England should stick with Roy Hodgson
Sports Mole assesses why Roy Hodgson should keep his job, despite the fact that England have been knocked out of the World Cup after two matches.Jun 21, 11:29
Preview:Belgium vs. Russia
Sports Mole previews the World Cup match between Belgium and Russia.Jun 20, 11:04
Fabio Capello backs "great champion" Igor Akinfeev
Russia coach Fabio Capello gives his backing to goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev following his error during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with South Korea at the World Cup.Jun 18, 11:40
Fabio Capello praises Russia reaction
Russia coach Fabio Capello praises the reaction of his side during their draw with South Korea at the World Cup.Jun 18, 10:18
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