Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his record-breaking goal for Portugal against the Republic of Ireland in a World Cup qualifier on September 1, 2021
How Portugal could line up against Qatar
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Saturday's international friendly with Qatar.
Sep 2, 14:20
Switzerland's Granit Xhaka pictured in October 2020
Granit Xhaka turned down COVID-19 vaccine, Swiss FA confirms
A Swiss FA spokesperson confirms that Granit Xhaka is not vaccinated against COVID-19 after the Arsenal man tested positive while on international duty.
Sep 2, 11:57
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his record-breaking goal for Portugal against the Republic of Ireland in a World Cup qualifier on September 1, 2021
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks international goals record to crush Ireland hopes
Ireland keeper Gavin Bazunu had earlier saved the 36-year-old's penalty.
Sep 1, 21:08
Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal in June 2021
How Portugal could line up against the Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier with the Republic of Ireland.
Aug 30, 12:39
Manchester City's Jack Grealish celebrates scoring their second goal against Norwich City in the Premier League on August 21, 2021
How Manchester City could line up against Arsenal
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Arsenal.
Aug 26, 09:59
Ilkay Gundogan goes off injured for Manchester City against Tottenham Hotspur on August 15, 2021
How Manchester City could line up against Norwich City
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up in Saturday's Premier League clash with Norwich City.
Aug 19, 14:25
Son Heung-min celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur against Manchester City in the Premier League on August 15, 2021
Son Heung-min gives Tottenham opening victory over Manchester City
Harry Kane was left out of the Tottenham squad.
Aug 15, 17:34
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne pictured on January 10, 2021
What is Manchester City's strongest XI for the 2021-22 season?
Ahead of the new Premier League season starting this weekend, Sports Mole looks at who would make Manchester City's strongest XI in the 2021-22 campaign.
Aug 10, 18:00
Manchester City players lift the Premier League trophy on May 23, 2021
Manchester City 2021-22 season preview - prediction, summer signings, star player
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look ahead to Manchester City's 2021-22 campaign, including predictions, summer signings and their star player.
Aug 10, 10:00
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on May 8, 2021
Pep Guardiola's spending closing in on £1billion mark as Manchester City boss
Jack Grealish arrived from Aston Villa as the Premier League's first £100million player as Pep Guardiola continues to spend since he joined City in 2016.
Aug 6, 13:07
Ruben Dias pictured for Manchester City in January 2021
How Manchester City could line up against Leicester City
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up in Saturday's Community Shield with Leicester City.
Aug 5, 14:37
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts on May 8, 2021
Preview:Manchester City vs. Barnsley - prediction, team news, head-to-head
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Pre-Season Friendlies clash between Manchester City and Barnsley, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Jul 29, 08:13
Antoine Griezmann in action for Barcelona on March 10, 2021
Manchester City still weighing up Antoine Griezmann approach?
Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann reportedly remains next on Manchester City's list of attacking targets should they miss out on Harry Kane.
Jul 6, 12:21
Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy pictured in September 2020
Inter Milan 'weighing up approach for Benjamin Mendy'
Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy emerges as a transfer target for Inter Milan, according to a report.
Jul 4, 22:12
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Portugal against Hungary at Euro 2020 on June 15, 2021
How Portugal could line up against France
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for their Euro 2020 clash with France on Wednesday.
Jun 21, 12:40
AC Milan defender Diogo Dalot pictured in October 2020
Manchester United's Diogo Dalot 'wants to stay at AC Milan'
Diogo Dalot reportedly wants another season on loan at AC Milan from Manchester United next season.
Jun 17, 22:46
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Hungary at Euro 2020 on June 15, 2021
How Portugal could line up against Germany
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up in Saturday's Euro 2020 clash with Germany.
Jun 17, 13:02
Manchester City's Joao Cancelo pictured in November
Man City 'rule out Joao Cancelo, Bernardo Silva swap deals with Barcelona'
Manchester City are reportedly not willing to consider any swap deals involving Joao Cancelo and Bernardo Silva with Barcelona's Ousmane Dembele and Sergi Roberto.
Jun 15, 17:38
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on November 8, 2020
Manchester City 'put seven players up for sale'
Manchester City have reportedly placed seven players on their transfer list ahead of a summer clear-out, to help raise funds for new signings.
Jun 14, 22:47
Portugal's Joao Cancelo celebrates scoring against Israel on June 9, 2021
Portugal's Joao Cancelo ruled out of Euro 2020
Portugal and Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo will miss Euro 2020 this summer having tested positive for COVID-19.
Jun 14, 13:14
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Borussia Monchengladbach in the Champions League on February 24, 2021
Bernardo Silva 'wants to leave Manchester City'
Bernardo Silva reportedly wants to leave Manchester City this summer, with Atletico Madrid and Barcelona both interested in the midfielder.
Jun 14, 11:09
Manchester City's Joao Cancelo pictured in November
Portugal's Joao Cancelo tests positive for coronavirus
The European champions start the defence of their crown against Hungary on Tuesday.
Jun 13, 09:39
Portugal's Joao Cancelo celebrates scoring against Israel on June 9, 2021
How Portugal could line up against Hungary
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up against Hungary in their Euro 2020 opener.
Jun 13, 08:52
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their second goal with Ruben Dias, Bruno Fernandes, Pepe and teammates on June 9, 2021
Preview:Hungary vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's European Championship clash between Hungary and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 13, 08:32
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo talks to Bruno Fernandes on March 24, 2021
Portugal Euro 2020 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of Euro 2020, Sports Mole assesses the chances of a Portugal side looking to win the competition for a second time in succession.
Jun 10, 18:00
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
Spain's Aymeric Laporte in action with Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo on June 4, 2021
How Portugal could line up against Israel
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Wednesday's International Friendly with Israel.
Jun 7, 19:49
Spain's Aymeric Laporte in action with Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo on June 4, 2021
Preview:Portugal vs. Israel - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's International Friendly clash between Portugal and Israel, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 7, 17:26
Manchester City's Ruben Dias and John Stones celebrate after the match on May 4, 2021
Man City boast six players in PFA Premier League team of the year
There were two each from Tottenham and Manchester United and one from Liverpool.
Jun 4, 16:11
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo talks to Bruno Fernandes on March 24, 2021
How Portugal could line up against Spain
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up in Friday's international friendly with Spain.
Jun 2, 09:09
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo pictured on March 27, 2021
Preview:Spain vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's international friendly between Spain and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 2, 08:38
Kevin De Bruyne in action for Manchester City during the derby on March 7, 2021
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Chelsea
Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea, Sports Mole picks a combined XI from both squads.
May 27, 16:21
Manchester City's Riyad Mahrez celebrates scoring against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on April 28, 2021
How Manchester City could line up against Chelsea
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Saturday's Champions League final with Chelsea.
May 27, 10:51
Manchester City's Riyad Mahrez celebrates scoring against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on April 28, 2021
Preview:Manchester City vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 27, 10:36
Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates scoring their second goal against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on April 6, 2021
Route to the Champions League final: Manchester City
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Manchester City's route to the 2021 Champions League final.
May 27, 09:56
Manchester City's Joao Cancelo pictured in November
Joao Cancelo determined to make history in Champions League
Manchester City won the Premier League by 12 points, collected the Carabao Cup and reached the FA Cup semi-finals.
May 26, 22:08
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring their third goal on February 13, 2021
Manchester City team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole rounds up all of Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Champions League final with Chelsea.
May 26, 09:30
Ruben Dias pictured for Manchester City in January 2021
Sports Mole Writers' Awards: Premier League Defender of the Season
The Sports Mole team select their Premier League Defender of the Season for the 2020-21 campaign.
May 25, 16:30
Ruben Dias warms up for Manchester City in February 2021
Ruben Dias dominates Premier League Defender of the Season voting
Manchester City defender Ruben Dias cruises to the Premier League Defender of the Season award in the Sports Mole Reader Awards, earning more than half of the votes.
May 24, 19:00
Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane pictured on May 19, 2021
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Season - Harry Kane, Ruben Dias, Bruno Fernandes
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Season for the 2020-21 campaign, including Harry Kane, Ruben Dias and Bruno Fernandes.
May 24, 16:13
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