Carlo Ancelotti reaches Real Madrid milestone - is he the best Madrid manager ever?
Considering all the contenders to be crowned Real Madrid's greatest coach, Sports Mole counts down the top five in Los Blancos' long history.
Sep 25, 15:32
Spain vs. England: Classic matches ahead of Euro 2024 final
Sports Mole looks back on some classic meetings between Spain and England ahead of Sunday's Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion.
Jul 11, 13:57
Roberto Martinez hails "example" Cristiano Ronaldo following Euros penalty agony
Portugal manager Roberto Martinez hails Cristiano Ronaldo for teaching people a "lesson" after his penalty redemption in Monday's Euro 2024 last-16 success over Slovenia.
Jul 2, 10:28
Ronaldo makes profound "sadness" claim after Slovenia Euro 2024 penalty redemption
Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo lifts the lid on his tear-inducing penalty miss in his side's Euro 2024 last-16 triumph over Slovenia on Monday.
Jul 2, 09:48
Spain boss tried to "convince" Sergio Busquets to change mind over retirement
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente attempted to "convince" Sergio Busquets to change his mind over his international retirement.
Dec 17, 18:08
Spain legend Sergio Busquets announces international retirement
Experienced midfielder Sergio Busquets confirms that he has retired from international duty following Spain's World Cup elimination.
Dec 16, 17:09
Sergio Ramos scores 100th Real Madrid goal
Sergio Ramos becomes the 19th player to score 100 goals for Real Madrid after he headed home in their 3-2 win over Inter Milan on Tuesday night.
Nov 3, 23:47
Europa League final: Antonio Conte, Julen Lopetegui in focus
Sports Mole looks at the coaching careers of Antonio Conte and Julen Lopetegui in more detail ahead of Inter Milan's Europa League final with Sevilla.
Aug 20, 10:42
Preview: Spain vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole looks ahead to Monday's UEFA Nations League showdown between Spain and England, including team news, predictions and a full match preview.
Oct 13, 20:34
How Spain could line up against England
Sports Mole looks at how Spain could line up for Saturday's UEFA Nations League clash against England at Wembley.
Sep 6, 15:53
Preview: England vs. Spain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Saturday's UEFA Nations League clash between England and Spain.
Sep 6, 10:45
Barcelona full-back Jordi Alba omitted from Spain squad
Barcelona left-back Jordi Alba is absent from Luis Enrique's first Spain squad ahead of the UEFA Nations League fixtures against England and Croatia.
Aug 31, 22:36
Luis Enrique "very excited" to be Spain boss
Luis Enrique vows to "continue the work" of Julen Lopetegui and Fernando Hierro following his arrival as Spain boss.
Jul 19, 15:05
Fernando Torres calls for Spain unity under new coach Luis Enrique
Sagan Tosu striker Fernando Torres is eager to see unity in the Spain squad as new head coach Luis Enrique prepares to take the reins.
Jul 15, 16:31
Luis Enrique appointed Spain manager on two-year deal
Former Barcelona and Roma boss Luis Enrique is appointed as Spain's new manager on a two-year deal.
Jul 9, 12:57
Luis Enrique to be named new Spain boss?
Former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique is reportedly the preferred choice to take over from Fernando Hierro as the new manager of Spain following their early World Cup exit.
Jul 9, 10:10
Fernando Hierro leaves post with Spain
Fernando Hierro and Spain "put an end to their relationship" following the 2018 World Cup, the Spanish Football Federation confirms.
Jul 8, 13:43
Quique Flores in contention for Spain job?
Former Watford and Espanyol boss Quique Flores reportedly emerges as a candidate for the managerial position with Spain.
Jul 3, 09:36
Isco: 'World Cup exit saddest day of my career'
Spain midfielder Isco admits that his country's exit from the World Cup on Sunday was the "saddest" day of his career.
Jul 2, 11:32
Luis Rubiales stands by decision to relieve Julen Lopetegui of Spain duties
Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales insists that he has no regrets over the decision to sack coach Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the 2018 World Cup.
Jul 1, 21:00
Spain legend Andres Iniesta announces international retirement
Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta announces his international retirement following La Roja's 2018 World Cup exit at the hands of hosts Russia.
Jul 1, 20:04
Sergio Ramos: 'Spain leave World Cup with heads held high'
Sergio Ramos insists that Spain leave with their "heads held high" after being knocked out of the World Cup by hosts Russia on Sunday.
Jul 1, 19:59
Fernando Hierro: 'It has been a pleasure to coach Spain at World Cup'
Fernando Hierro says that it has been "a pleasure" to coach Spain but stresses that he does not know whether he will take the role permanently as it is not his decision.
Jul 1, 19:11
Rio Ferdinand: 'Spain deserved to exit 2018 World Cup'
Former England centre-back Rio Ferdinand says that "Spain got what they deserved" as the 2010 world champions exited the World Cup to Russia.
Jul 1, 18:39
Roberto Martinez emerges as candidate for Spain job?
Belgium manager Roberto Martinez emerges as a surprise candidate to land the Spain job after the World Cup.
Jul 1, 14:30
Live Commentary: Spain 1-1 Russia (3-4 on penalties) - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Russia progress through to the World Cup quarter-finals courtesy of a penalty-shootout win over Spain.
Jul 1, 14:00
Gerard Pique in race to be fit for Russia game?
Spain defender Gerard Pique is reportedly facing a race to be fit for his side's last-16 clash with Russia on Sunday.
Jul 1, 11:57
Spain boss Fernando Hierro: "We need to believe in ourselves"
Fernando Hierro insists that "records are there to be broken" as Spain attempt to end their winless run against host nations at a major tournament.
Jun 30, 20:36
Stanislav Cherchesov: 'I can become a god by beating Spain'
Stanislav Cherchesov insists that "anyone can be God if he tries to" as he attempts to pull off a major shock when Russia take on Spain.
Jun 30, 16:45
Fernando Hierro: 'David de Gea will start against Russia'
Fernando Hierro confirms that he will stick with David de Gea in goal for Spain's showdown against Russia in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 29, 16:08
Preview: Spain vs. Russia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted XIs, team news and a full match preview for the World Cup last-16 clash between Spain and Russia.
Jun 29, 11:30
Spain to drop goalkeeper David de Gea for Russia match?
A report claims that David de Gea will be left out of Spain's starting XI to face Russia in the last 16 of the World Cup after failing to impress during the group stage.
Jun 29, 09:59
Fernando Hierro concerned over Spain defence ahead of knockout stages
Spain manager Fernando Hierro believes that his side must improve in defence if they want to win the World Cup next month.
Jun 25, 22:59
VAR helps Spain confirm top spot in Group B with late draw against Morocco
Spain earn a VAR-inspired, last-gasp 2-2 draw against Morocco in order to finish at the top of Group B at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Jun 25, 21:00
Live Commentary: Spain 2-2 Morocco - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage of the 2018 World Cup in Russia as Spain claim top spot in Group B courtesy of a 2-2 draw against Morocco.
Jun 25, 18:00
Team News: Thiago makes Spain XI to face Morocco
Thiago joins Spain's midfield as they make one change for their World Cup group match against Morocco.
Jun 25, 17:51
Fernando Hierro: "Nobody is winning easily at the World Cup"
Spain boss Fernando Hierro admits that winning the World Cup is not easy for any team at the tournament, following their 1-0 win against Iran on Wednesday evening.
Jun 20, 22:21
Diego Costa registers as Spain overcome Iran
Diego Costa scores the only goal of the match as Spain record a 1-0 win over Iran in Wednesday night's 2018 World Cup clash in Kazan.
Jun 20, 20:54
Spain defender Dani Carvajal declared fit for Iran match
Fernando Hierro declares full-back Dani Carvajal fit for Spain's second Group B outing against Iran following more than three weeks out injured.
Jun 19, 18:54
Fernando Hierro gives full backing to David de Gea
Fernando Hierro describes David de Gea as "very calm" and insists that he has no doubts over the quality of Spain's first-choice keeper.
Jun 18, 16:41
