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
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
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on December 13, 2022
Lionel Messi breaks Argentina World Cup goalscoring record in semi-final
Lionel Messi becomes Argentina's highest-ever scorer at World Cups, overtaking Gabriel Batistuta's record with the opening goal against Croatia in the semi-final.
Dec 13, 19:36
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
Harry Kane celebrates scoring for England on September 26, 2022
World Cup 2022: Who will win the Golden Boot at this year's tournament?
The Sports Mole team discuss who they believe will be the top scorer and winner of the Golden Boot at this winter's World Cup in Qatar.
Nov 20, 13:31
Germany players pose for a team group photo before the match on September 26, 2022
Germany World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole previews the chances of four-time champions Germany as they look to lift the trophy for the first time since 2014.
Nov 15, 16:00
Poland players pose for a team group photo before the match in September 2022
Poland World Cup 2022 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of this winter's World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole assesses the chances of playoff winners Poland escaping the group stage for the first time since 1986.
Nov 14, 21:00
Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski reacts towards the fans during a training session on Jul 19, 2022
The 10 most expensive strikers aged 30 and over of all time
Following confirmation of Robert Lewandowski's move to Barcelona, Sports Mole counts down the 10 most expensive transfer fees for strikers aged 30 and over of all time.
Jul 21, 14:25
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on September 29, 2021
Barcelona officially confirm Robert Lewandowski signing on four-year deal
Barcelona officially confirm the signing of striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich on a four-year deal for a fee believed to be worth €50m (£42.5m).
Jul 19, 22:21
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured in May 2021
Barcelona confirm Robert Lewandowski arrival
Barcelona confirm that an agreement has been reached with Bayern Munich for the transfer of Polish striker Robert Lewandowski.
Jul 16, 17:08
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their third goal to complete his hat-trick on March 8, 2022
Barcelona 'agree £42.5m deal for Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski'
Barcelona reportedly reach an agreement with Bayern Munich to sign 33-year-old striker Robert Lewandowski in a €50m (£42.5m) deal.
Jul 16, 08:04
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their third goal to complete his hat-trick on March 8, 2022
Who is the best centre-forward in world football right now?
Following Champions League hat-tricks for both Robert Lewandowski and Karim Benzema, the Sports Mole team discusses who is the best centre-forward in the world today.
Mar 10, 17:38
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on September 29, 2021
The Best FIFA awards: Notable votes for Men's Player of the Year award 2021
Sports Mole looks at some of the most notable votes from international captains and coaches for The Best FIFA Men's Player award.
Jan 17, 21:01
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on November 23, 2021
Robert Lewandowski wins The Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year award
Robert Lewandowski is named The Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year for the second time in a row, beating Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah to the award.
Jan 17, 19:17
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on November 23, 2021
Robert Lewandowski, Lionel Messi, Mohamed Salah: A look at The Best FIFA Men's Player contenders
Ahead of Monday's The Best FIFA awards, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the three contenders to win the Men's Player of the Year award.
Jan 16, 10:00
Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi with the Ballon d'Or award on November 29, 2021
Robert Lewandowski, Lionel Messi or Mohamed Salah: Who should win The Best FIFA Men's Player award?
Ahead of The Best FIFA awards on Monday, the Sports Mole team discuss who they believe should win the Men's Player of the Year award.
Jan 15, 17:15
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on November 23, 2021
Robert Lewandowski 'desperate to play in Premier League or La Liga'
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski is reportedly "dreaming" of a move to either the Premier League or La Liga amid speculation that he could leave this summer.
Jan 6, 20:54
Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane celebrates scoring their first goal against VfL Bochum in the Bundesliga on September 18, 2021
Preview:Bayern Munich vs. Mainz 05 - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Bundesliga clash between Bayern Munich and Mainz 05, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 9, 11:50
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their second goal on June 28, 2021
Ballon d'Or 2021: Who are the favourites to win football's biggest individual prize?
Ahead of the 2021 Ballon d'Or ceremony this evening, Sports Mole looks at some of the front-runners to win the coveted individual award.
Nov 29, 07:26
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski during the match on August 13, 2021
How Bayern Munich could line up against RB Leipzig
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Bayern Munich could line up for Saturday's Bundesliga clash with RB Leipzig.
Sep 9, 20:10
Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann during the match on August 13, 2021
Preview:RB Leipzig vs. Bayern Munich - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Bundesliga clash between RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 9, 18:54
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski during the match on August 13, 2021
Robert Lewandowski 'wants to leave Bayern Munich'
Bayern Munich talisman Robert Lewandowski reportedly wants to leave the club this summer, as he seeks a fresh challenge in the latter years of his career.
Aug 19, 09:02
Gerd Muller pictured in 2009
Tributes are paid to Gerd Muller - Sunday's sporting social
Gerd Muller, the striker who scored the winning goal for West Germany in the 1974 World Cup final, has died aged 75.
Aug 15, 17:20
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on August 13, 2021
How Bayern Munich could line up against Borussia Dortmund
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Bayern Munich could line up for Tuesday's DFL-Supercup battle with Borussia Dortmund.
Aug 15, 14:17
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on August 13, 2021
Preview:Borussia Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's DFL-Supercup clash between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 15, 12:33
Gerd Muller pictured in 2009
Gerd Muller: 'The Muhammad Ali of the penalty box' who fired Germany to glory
The striker scored 68 goals in 62 caps for his country.
Aug 15, 12:02
Gerd Muller pictured in 2009
Bayern Munich, Germany legend Gerd Muller dies aged 75
Bayern Munich and Germany legend Gerd Muller - widely regarded as one of the greatest goalscorers of all time - dies at the age of 75.
Aug 15, 11:48
Bayern Munich celebrate with the trophy after winning the Bundesliga on May 22, 2021
How Bayern Munich could line up against Borussia Monchengladbach
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Bayern Munich could line up for Friday's Bundesliga opener with Borussia Monchengladbach.
Aug 11, 13:17
Bayern Munich celebrate with the trophy after winning the Bundesliga on May 22, 2021
Bayern Munich 2021-22 season preview - prediction, summer signings, star player
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look ahead to Bayern Munich's 2021-22 campaign, including predictions, summer signings and their star player.
Aug 10, 19:00
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their second goal on January 24, 2021
Chelsea 'hold talks with Robert Lewandowski's agent'
Chelsea reportedly hold talks with the agent of Bayern Munich star Robert Lewandowski over a move to Stamford Bridge this summer.
Jul 22, 12:54
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured in May 2021
Manchester City 'have no chance of signing Robert Lewandowski'
Manchester City reportedly do not have any chance of prising Robert Lewandowski away from Bayern Munich this summer.
Jul 16, 08:03
Poland's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring against Spain at Euro 2020 on June 19, 2021
Julian Nagelsmann confirms clubs are interested in Robert Lewandowski
Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann confirms that clubs have registered their interest in Robert Lewandowski amid links with Manchester City.
Jul 15, 11:58
England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates after the match on June 13, 2021
Five talking points ahead of the Euro 2020 knockout stages
England face Germany while Wales take on Denmark in Amsterdam.
Jun 24, 09:47
Robert Lewandowski in action for Poland on June 8, 2021
Poland Euro 2020 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of this summer's European Championship, Sports Mole assesses the chances of a Poland side which cruised comfortably through the qualifying process.
Jun 10, 15:00
Jan Oblak warms up for Atletico on November 25, 2020
Fifa 21 announces Ulimate Team of the Season - Messi, Lewandowski, Kane
Sports Mole rounds up the 15 players who have made it into Fifa 21's Ultimate Team of the Season for the 2020/21 campaign.
Jun 10, 06:57
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured in May 2021
Robert Lewandowski fuels speculation over Bayern Munich future
Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski remains "open-minded" about his future amid links with Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain.
May 31, 11:55
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski celebrates scoring their second goal on January 24, 2021
Sports Mole's Bundesliga Team of the Season - Robert Lewandowski, Erling Haaland, Thomas Muller
Sports Mole selects its Bundesliga Team of the Season for the 2020-21 campaign, including Robert Lewandowski, Erling Braut Haaland and Thomas Muller.
May 24, 22:16
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured in May 2021
Robert Lewandowski named European Player of the Season
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski is named the European Player of the Season in the annual Sports Mole Reader Awards, having scored 48 goals in just 40 games in 2020-21.
May 24, 21:31
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured in May 2021
Bundesliga roundup: Robert Lewandowski breaks record on final day
Second-half goals from Angel Correa and Luis Suarez secured silverware for Diego Simeone's side.
May 22, 16:37
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski scores their first goal from the penalty spot on May 15
Preview:Bayern Munich vs. Augsburg - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Bundesliga clash between Bayern Munich and Augsburg, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 20, 16:40
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