Argentina Under-23s coach Javier Mascherano before the match on February 5, 2024
Preview:Olympics: Argentina vs. Iraq - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Olympic Games Men's Football clash between Argentina and Iraq, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 25, 22:41
Argentina Under-23s coach Javier Mascherano before the match on February 5, 2024
Preview:Argentina Under-23s vs. Morocco Under-23s - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Olympic Games Men's Football clash between Argentina Under-23s and Morocco Under-23s, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 22, 13:50
Argentina Under-23s coach Javier Mascherano before the match on February 5, 2024
Olympic football 2024 Group B predictions, standings, fixtures, results: Argentina, Morocco, Iraq, Ukraine
All you need to know about Olympic football 2024 Group B involving Argentina, Morocco, Iraq and Ukraine including standings, fixtures, results and predictions.
Jul 17, 20:30
Argentina Under-23s coach Javier Mascherano before the match on February 5, 2024
Argentina 2024 Paris Olympics squad: Lionel Messi decision made as two Man City players make cut
Argentina confirm their 18-man football squad for the 2024 Paris Olympics, which includes two Manchester City players, but does Lionel Messi make the cut?
Jul 3, 09:47
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery before the match on May 9, 2024
Aston Villa 'block' player from representing country at Olympics
Aston Villa reportedly take the decision to block one of their key players from participating at the Olympic Games in Paris.
Jun 28, 13:29
Chelsea celebrate scoring a goal against Aston Villa in February 2024.
Chelsea player admits disappointment over denial of Olympics chance
A Chelsea player reveals his disappointment over being prevented from being able to represent his country at the 2024 Olympics.
Jun 26, 17:48
Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho celebrates scoring their second goal with Rasmus Hojlund and Kobbie Mainoo on February 4, 2024
Manchester United 'could be without key attacker for start of next season'
Manchester United could reportedly be without Alejandro Garnacho during the opening weeks of the Premier League season due to his participation in the Olympics.
May 31, 09:46
The logo of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Paris 2024 Olympic Men's & Women's Football: Confirmed draw, team previews, tournament format
Sports Mole takes a closer look at the Men's and Women's football draw for the Paris 2024 Olympics, as well as team previews, fixture dates and the tournament format.
Mar 20, 20:09
Benfica's Angel Di Maria in action with FC Porto's Alan Varela on September 29, 2023
Manchester City 'to rival Liverpool for Porto midfielder Alan Varela'
Manchester City are reportedly set to rival Liverpool and a number of other clubs for the signature of Porto midfielder Alan Varela.
Mar 7, 16:17
Boca Juniors' Valentin Barco during training on November 3, 2023
Brighton & Hove Albion 'closing in on Valentin Barco signing'
Brighton & Hove Albion are reportedly closing in on the signing of Boca Juniors left-back Valentin Barco.
Jan 9, 11:02
Boca Juniors' Valentin Barco celebrates with teammates after winning the penalty shootout on August 9, 2023
Liverpool join race for Boca Juniors left-back Valentin Barco?
Liverpool reportedly join the race for in-demand Boca Juniors left-back Valentin Barco as Andrew Robertson recovers from a shoulder operation.
Nov 19, 18:38
Alejo Veliz celebrates scoring for Rosario Central in October 2022
Alejo Veliz 'agrees personal terms with Tottenham Hotspur'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in talks to sign 19-year-old Rosario Central striker Alejo Veliz, who has already agreed personal terms with the Lilywhites.
Aug 3, 14:48
Lionel Messi celebrates scoring for Paris Saint-Germain on May 27, 2023
PSG 2022-23 season review - star player, best moment, standout result
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look back at Paris Saint-Germain's 2022-23 season, which saw them couple another Ligue 1 title with more Champions League heartache.
Jun 5, 16:00
Argentina Under-20s coach Javier Mascherano during the match on May 20, 2023
Preview:Argentina Under-20s vs. Nigeria Under-20s - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Under-20 World Cup clash between Argentina Under-20s and Nigeria Under-20s, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 29, 10:23
Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister celebrates after setting up their second goal on December 18, 2022
Brighton duo Alexis Mac Allister, Facundo Buonanotte called up to Argentina squad
Brighton & Hove Albion duo Alexis Mac Allister and Facundo Buonanotte are both called up to Argentina's senior squad for two international friendlies later this month.
Mar 3, 21:44
Velez Sarsfield's Maximo Perrone in action with River Plate's Braian Romero on June 29, 2022
Manchester City announce Maximo Perrone signing
Manchester City announce the signing of 20-year-old midfielder Maximo Perrone from Velez Sarsfield.
Jan 23, 18:03
Velez Sarsfield's Maximo Perrone in action with River Plate's Braian Romero on June 29, 2022
Manchester City 'complete Maximo Perrone signing'
Manchester City reportedly complete the signing of Velez Sarsfield midfielder Maximo Perrone on a five-and-a-half year contract.
Jan 22, 12:58
FC Barcelona coach Xavi reacts on January 8, 2023
Xavi not desperate for reinforcements at Barcelona this month
Barcelona head coach Xavi is not desperate for his side to add to their squad during the January transfer window.
Jan 21, 15:23
Velez Sarsfield's Maximo Perrone in action with River Plate's Braian Romero on June 29, 2022
Manchester City bid for Maximo Perrone 'back on track after deal stalled'
Manchester City reportedly make a breakthrough in their pursuit of Velez midfielder Maximo Perrone, with the 19-year-old set for a medical next month.
Jan 20, 17:46
Velez Sarsfield's Maximo Perrone in action with River Plate's Braian Romero on June 29, 2022
Velez Sarsfield president confirms failed Manchester City bid for Maximo Perrone
Manchester City fail with a bid to sign Velez Sarsfield starlet Maximo Perrone, according to the club's president Sergio Rapisarda.
Jan 16, 17:59
Velez Sarsfield's Maximo Perrone in action with River Plate's Braian Romero on June 29, 2022
Manchester City to finalise Maximo Perrone signing this week?
Manchester City are reportedly set to complete the signing of 20-year-old midfielder Maximo Perrone from Velez Sarsfield this week.
Jan 10, 00:00
Velez Sarsfield's Maximo Perrone in action with River Plate's Braian Romero on June 29, 2022
Manchester City 'closing in on Maximo Perrone signing'
Manchester City are reportedly closing in on the signing of Velez Sarsfield's 19-year-old midfielder Maximo Perrone.
Dec 31, 13:13
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after Julian Alvarez scores their third goal on December 13, 2022
All-time combined XI: Argentina vs. France - Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole selects an all-time combined XI from Argentina and France, including the likes of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Zinedine Zidane.
Dec 17, 19:03
Manchester United attacker Alejandro Garnacho pictured on October 28, 2022
Man United 'making progress in Alejandro Garnacho contract talks'
Manchester United are making progress in contract discussions with 18-year-old attacker Alejandro Garnacho, according to a report.
Oct 28, 11:59
Javier Mascherano during an Argentina training session on June 28, 2018
On This Day in 2010: Liverpool agree to sell Javier Mascherano to Barcelona
The 147-times capped Argentina international went on to win the Champions League twice in Spain.
Aug 26, 11:00
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their first goal on June 14, 2021
New Lionel Messi deal at Barcelona 'just a matter of time'
Lionel Messi is reportedly close to agreeing a new deal to stay with the Catalan giants Barcelona beyond this summer.
Jun 22, 22:44
Argentina captain Lionel Messi pictured on June 19, 2021
Lionel Messi equals Argentina record in Copa America win
Argentina and Barcelona striker Lionel Messi equals Javier Mascherano's record of 147 appearances in the blue and white of Argentina, and is likely to beat it on Tuesday.
Jun 22, 12:20
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
On This Day: West Ham United accept fine over Carlos Tevez, Javier Mascherano deal
The fine was the biggest in English football, dwarfing the £1.5m imposed on Tottenham in 1994.
May 9, 08:17
Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano sign for West Ham in 2006
On This Day: West Ham and Sheffield United settle Carlos Tevez dispute
Carlos Tevez's move to West Ham in 2006 broke third-party ownership rules.
Mar 16, 08:49
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Cadiz in La Liga on February 21, 2020
Javier Mascherano: 'Lionel Messi has not changed since last summer'
The 33-year-old told the Catalan giants he wanted to leave last August.
Feb 24, 16:51
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp watches on as his side are beaten by Aston Villa on October 4, 2020
Klopp to play Henderson or Robertson in centre of Liverpool's defence?
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hints that he is considering whether to play Jordan Henderson or Andrew Robertson in central defence over the coming weeks.
Oct 31, 09:38
Sadio Mane in action for Liverpool on June 21, 2020
Report: Liverpool demand £90m for Barcelona-linked Sadio Mane
A report claims that Liverpool will demand at least £90m from Barcelona for Senegalese forward Sadio Mane.
Aug 31, 11:52
Steven Gerrard celebrates Liverpool winning the FA Cup in May 2006
Steven Gerrard's ultimate XI to celebrate 40th birthday
To celebrate Steven Gerrard's 40th birthday, Sports Mole rounds up an XI of the Liverpool's icon's most common teammates from his illustrious career.
May 30, 17:24
Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano sign for West Ham in 2006
On this day: West Ham opt not to appeal fine after avoiding points deduction
The Hammers signed Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano from Brazilian club Corinthians.
May 9, 06:23
Manchester United lift the 2006-07 Premier League title on May 13, 2007
How every Premier League season would have finished after gameweek 29: 2006-07
Given the uncertainty over the resumption of the Premier League, Sports Mole looks at how the 2006-07 season would have ended after gameweek 29.
May 1, 10:35
Mauro Icardi in action for PSG on February 15, 2020
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Mauro Icardi, Gabriel Magalhaes, Layvin Kurzawa
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 18, 06:57
Neymar sticks a thumb up during a Brazil training session on October 9, 2018
Neymar urged to rejoin Barcelona by former teammate Javier Mascherano
Former Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano wants to see Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar reunited with Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi.
Apr 17, 10:21
Fernando Torres for Liverpool
Fernando Torres picks Liverpool trio in all-time XI
Former Liverpool, Chelsea and Spain striker Fernando Torres picks his ultimate XI of players he has played with, selecting three of his ex-Anfield teammates.
Mar 25, 18:52
Argentina's Diego Maradona lifts the World Cup trophy after helping his team to the 1986 title
All-time combined XI: Germany vs. Argentina
Sports Mole selects its greatest ever combined XI from the history of Germany and Argentina ahead of the international friendly between the two nations on Wednesday.
Oct 7, 16:00
Dirk Kuyt for Liverpool
Dirk Kuyt names Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard as 'most special' teammate
Dirk Kuyt says that former Liverpool teammate Steven Gerrard was the 'most special' player that he lined up alongside during his career.
Sep 17, 22:07
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