Croatia's Ante Rebic celebrates with teammates after scoring their first goal in the game against Argentina on June 21, 2018
Croatia humiliate Argentina to progress into second round of World Cup
Croatia produce a standout performance in Group D at the 2018 World Cup in order to beat Argentina 3-0 and qualify from the second round of the tournament.
Jun 21, 19:53
Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli on May 30, 2018
Live Commentary: Argentina 0-3 Croatia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage of the 2018 World Cup in Russia as Argentina fall to a humiliating 3-0 defeat at the hands of Croatia in Group D.
Jun 21, 17:00
John Stones in action with Odion Ighalo during the international friendly between England and Nigeria at Wembley on June 2, 2018
Team News: Odion Ighalo leads line for Nigeria against Croatia
Former Watford striker Odion Ighalo leads the line for Nigeria's 2018 World Cup opener against Croatia in Kaliningrad.
Jun 16, 18:03
Nigeria's John Obi Mikel warms up ahead of his side's international friendly with England at Wembley on June 2, 2018
John Obi Mikel: 'Croatia will provide tough test'
Nigeria captain John Obi Mikel says that his team will have to be at their best in order to overcome Croatia on Saturday night.
Jun 14, 17:58
Croatia manager Zlatko Dalic on November 9, 2017
Preview:Croatia vs. Nigeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted XIs, team news and a full match preview for the World Cup Group D clash between Croatia and Nigeria at the Kaliningrad Stadium.
Jun 14, 11:41
The Croatian team line up ahead of their international friendly with Brazil at Anfield on June 3, 2018
World Cup preview: Croatia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Croatia's chances as they bid to get out of the group stages for the first time since 1998.
Jun 13, 10:00
The Argentina team line up before their friendly game with Haiti on May 29, 2018
World Cup preview: Argentina
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Argentina's chances of going one better than four years ago, when they were beaten in the final.
Jun 13, 09:30
Croatia's Dejan Lovren gestures at the end of the match against Brazil on June 3, 2018
Liverpool's Dejan Lovren named in Croatia's final World Cup squad
Liverpool's Dejan Lovren is named alongside several stars of European football in Croatia's final squad for the World Cup.
Jun 4, 11:28
Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Barcelona beat Real Sociedad on Andres Iniesta's farewell
Philippe Coutinho scores the only goal of the game as Barcelona beat Real Sociedad 1-0 in Andres Iniesta's farewell appearance for the Spanish champions.
May 20, 20:42
Ernesto Valverde takes Barcelona training on February 19, 2018
Barcelona lose nine-goal thriller at Levante
Barcelona's hopes of finishing the 2017-18 La Liga campaign unbeaten end courtesy of an incredible 5-4 loss at Levante.
May 13, 20:36
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Barcelona brush Villarreal aside to close in on unbeaten La Liga campaign
Barcelona thrash Villarreal 5-1 at the Camp Nou to close in on an historic unbeaten La Liga campaign.
May 9, 19:52
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Preview:Barcelona vs. Real Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the La Liga action as Barcelona welcome rivals Real Madrid as the sides meet in El Clasico at the Camp Nou.
May 4, 17:51
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos in action during his side's Champions League clash with Tottenham Hotspur
Combined XI: Barcelona vs. Real Madrid
Ahead of the final El Clasico showdown of the season, Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI using players from both sides of the divide.
May 4, 09:55
Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Ivan Rakitic: 'Andres Iniesta decision must be respected'
Ivan Rakitic is unsure whether Andres Iniesta will prolong his stay at Barcelona beyond the summer but admits that he hopes to see the Spaniard remain.
Apr 22, 20:20
Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Preview:Sevilla vs. Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Copa del Rey final action as Barcelona take on Sevilla at the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid.
Apr 19, 14:50
Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2018
Ivan Rakitic cleared to return to action for Copa del Rey final
Ivan Rakitic is back in contention for Barcelona's Copa del Rey final meeting with Sevilla after recovering from a minor operation on his finger.
Apr 19, 14:36
Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2018
Report: Ivan Rakitic pondering Manchester United move
A report claims that Ivan Rakitic will inform Manchester United next month whether he is interested in joining from Barcelona.
Apr 12, 13:02
Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2018
Ivan Rakitic to undergo surgery following finger fracture
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic will undergo surgery on his left hand, after the Croatian suffered a fracture during his side's Champions League clash with Roma.
Apr 11, 18:57
Andre Gomes in action for Barcelona in 2016
Andre Gomes 'not thinking' about summer exit from Barcelona
Andre Gomes insists that he is 'enjoying himself' at Barcelona amid reports in the Spanish press that he is seeking a move out of the club in the summer.
Apr 8, 19:49
Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2018
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic: 'Cristiano Ronaldo's goal was awesome'
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic admits that the overhead kick scored by Cristiano Ronaldo for Real Madrid against Juventus was "awesome".
Apr 5, 10:35
Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Barcelona too strong for Roma at Camp Nou
Barcelona take a big step towards the semi-finals of the Champions League courtesy of a 4-1 win over Roma in the first leg of their quarter-final.
Apr 4, 20:35
Christian Eriksen in action for Tottenham Hotspur on December 9, 2017
Report: Lionel Messi urges Barcelona to snub Christian Eriksen
Lionel Messi is reportedly not keen on the idea of Barcelona moving for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Christian Eriksen.
Apr 1, 16:06
Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona on February 20, 2018
Ivan Rakitic: 'Barcelona always believed'
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic says that his team 'always believed' in their chances of avoiding defeat against Sevilla on Saturday night.
Apr 1, 12:31
Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Team News: Paco Alcacer handed rare league start for visit of Athletic Bilbao
Paco Alcacer takes over from the suspended Luis Suarez for Barcelona's home league match against Athletic Bilbao.
Mar 18, 14:14
Neymar in action for Paris Saint-Germain on November 22, 2017
Unai Emery brushes aside latest Neymar transfer rumours
Unai Emery insists that Neymar will not be going anywhere at the end of the season, despite growing talk of a possible switch to Real Madrid or former club Barcelona.
Mar 13, 16:14
Neymar in action for Brazil at the 2016 Olympic Games
Philippe Coutinho hopes to see Neymar back at Barcelona
Philippe Coutinho admits that it "would be awesome" to play alongside Brazilian compatriot Neymar at Barcelona, amid rumours that the forward could return to Camp Nou.
Mar 13, 10:29
Ivan Rakitic in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Ivan Rakitic: 'I'd welcome Neymar return to Barcelona'
Midfielder Ivan Rakitic says that he would be happy to see Neymar make a return to Barcelona at some stage in the future.
Mar 12, 18:38
Ivan Rakitic at a Barcelona training session on December 5, 2016
Barcelona ace Ivan Rakitic 'wanted by Manchester United, Liverpool'
A report claims that Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic is on the radar of both Manchester United and Liverpool ahead of the reopening of the transfer window.
Mar 11, 09:40
Philippe Coutinho in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Team News: Philippe Coutinho, Gerard Pique restored to Barcelona XI
Philippe Coutinho and Gerard Pique return to Barcelona's starting lineup for the crunch clash against Atletico Madrid, as Ernesto Valverde makes four changes to his side.
Mar 4, 14:15
Ivan Rakitic at a Barcelona training session on December 5, 2016
Manchester United 'eye Ivan Rakitic move'
Manchester United reportedly want to sign Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic at the end of the season.
Mar 4, 09:12
Barcelona's Ivan Rakitic speaks at a press conference ahead of his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Ivan Rakitic: 'Eden Hazard is world class'
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic labels Chelsea playmaker Eden Hazard "world class" ahead of the clash between the sides on Tuesday evening.
Feb 20, 15:35
Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde: "We deserved to progress"
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde admits that he is "very happy" to have guided his side into a fifth consecutive Copa del Rey final following victory over Valencia.
Feb 9, 11:23
Philippe Coutinho in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Philippe Coutinho helps send Barcelona into Copa del Rey final
Barcelona cruise into the final of the Copa del Rey as Philippe Coutinho's first goal for the club helps the Blaugrana to a 2-0 victory over Valencia at the Mestalla.
Feb 8, 22:24
Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Live Commentary: Valencia 0-2 Barcelona - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage as Barcelona book their place in the final of the Copa del Rey courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Valencia at the Mestalla.
Feb 8, 19:30
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Team News: Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez start for Barcelona against Valencia
Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez start for Barcelona in Thursday night's Copa del Rey semi-final second leg away at Valencia.
Feb 8, 19:27
Sergio Busquets in action for Barcelona in October 2016
Luis Suarez gives Barcelona first-leg advantage over Valencia in Copa del Rey
Barcelona earn a slender lead over Valencia in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final clash, thanks to a solitary goal from Luis Suarez at the Camp Nou.
Feb 1, 22:25
Philippe Coutinho's Barcelona shirt pictured on January 6, 2018
Team News: Philippe Coutinho makes first Barcelona start against Alaves
Philippe Coutinho makes his first start for Barcelona in Sunday's La Liga meeting with Alaves at Camp Nou.
Jan 28, 18:38
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Barcelona put five past Real Betis in Seville
Barcelona open up an 11-point lead at the top of La Liga courtesy of a 5-0 win over Real Betis in Seville.
Jan 21, 21:38
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Live Commentary: Real Betis 0-5 Barcelona - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary of the La Liga clash between Real Betis and Barcelona in Seville, which ended 0-5.
Jan 21, 18:45
Andres Iniesta celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Preview:Real Betis vs. Barcelona - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, lineups and a full preview of Sunday's La Liga clash between Real Betis and Barcelona.
Jan 19, 17:55
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