Johan Cruyff
Top 10 European Cup/Champions League finals of all time
Ahead of the 2020 Champions League final, Sports Mole ranks the 10 greatest finals in the history of the competition.
Aug 22, 15:31
Josep Maria Bartomeu confirms that Xavi will be Barcelona manager
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu confirms that the club's record appearance-maker Xavi will take over as manager "sooner or later".
Jul 13, 08:47
The Invincible Kings of Europe: Remembering Ajax's 1994-95 season
On the 25-year anniversary of Ajax's 1995 Champions League triumph, Sports Mole takes a look back at Louis van Gaal's era-defining team.
May 24, 16:42
A look back at Tottenham Hotspur's turbulent year since beating Ajax
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at a turbulent 12 months for Tottenham Hotspur since their miraculous comeback to reach the Champions League final at Ajax's expense.
May 8, 08:00
A full list of Lionel Messi's most impressive records for Barcelona and Argentina
Sports Mole rounds up a conclusive list of records held by Barcelona and Argentina icon Lionel Messi, including world, continental, international and club landmarks.
May 2, 22:50
The shirt numbers available to Lautaro Martinez at Barcelona
Amid speculation linking Lautaro Martinez with a move to Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at which shirt numbers could be available at Camp Nou.
Apr 7, 13:13
Pele: 'Cristiano Ronaldo is better than Lionel Messi, but I'm the best'
Brazilian legend Pele claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player in the world ahead of Lionel Messi, but insists that he himself remains the greatest of all time.
Mar 29, 22:12
Rio Ferdinand: 'Pep Guardiola is the best coach of his generation'
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand claims that Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is 'the best coach of his generation'.
Mar 24, 21:20
Can you name every player to have broken the record transfer fee since 1973?
Johan Cruyff was the last sub-£1m player to break the world-record transfer fee - how many of the 22 players to have been the world's most expensive since can you name?
Mar 24, 14:39
Can you name the players to have won more than one Ballon d'Or?
On the fourth anniversary of Johan Cruyff's death, Sports Mole challenges you to name the 10 players to have won more than one Ballon d'Or.
Mar 24, 13:44
Johan Cruyff's legendary career in numbers
The Dutchman helped Ajax with a European Cup treble.
Mar 24, 06:23
Johan Cruyff: Six career highlights from the Dutch icon
The Dutchman wrote his name into football history during a glittering career.
Mar 24, 06:22
Remembering Johan Cruyff: The Dutch maestro who pioneered 'Total Football'
The Dutchman broke through as a teenager and made it to the top of world football.
Mar 24, 06:20
First victim of 'Cruyff turn' Jan Olsson still mesmerised by iconic skill
The former Sweden defender is proud to have played his part in a Dutch masterclass.
Mar 24, 06:19
Quique Setien 'was Barcelona's fourth choice'
Quique Setien was Barcelona's fourth choice to replace Ernesto Valverde as manager, according to Spanish football expert Graham Hunter.
Jan 14, 23:33
Preview: Valencia vs. Ajax - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League Group H clash between Valencia and Ajax at the Mestalla, including predictions, teams news and possible lineups.
Sep 30, 20:06
Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi reaffirms his status as the greatest of all time
Sports Mole stakes a claim for Lionel Messi to be regarded as the greatest player of all time after bringing up his 600th club goal in style against Liverpool.
May 2, 16:56
Preview: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Ajax - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Champions League semi-final first leg between Tottenham Hotspur and Ajax, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Apr 28, 14:07
Frenkie de Jong signs five-year deal at Barcelona
The 21-year-old midfielder will officially move to the Nou Camp from Ajax in July.
Jan 23, 17:49
Former England captain David Beckham wins UEFA President's Award
Former England captain and Manchester United icon David Beckham admits that he feels "very honoured" to win the 2018 UEFA President's Award.
Aug 30, 19:21
David Beckham to receive UEFA President's Award
Former Manchester United, Real Madrid and England midfielder David Beckham is named as the recipient of the 2018 UEFA President's Award for his contribution to football.
Aug 21, 19:38
Top 10 Barcelona players of all time - #10
Sports Mole's countdown of Barcelona's top 10 players of all time begins with number 10 - Pep Guardiola.
May 21, 14:29
Top 10 Barcelona players of all time - #9
Sports Mole's countdown of Barcelona's top 10 players of all time continues with number nine - Sergio Busquets.
May 21, 14:29
Top 10 Barcelona players of all time - #5
Sports Mole's countdown of Barcelona's top 10 players of all time continues with number five - Johan Cruyff.
May 21, 14:29
Bryan Roy: 'Jose Mourinho is killing football'
Former Netherlands player Bryan Roy slams Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho for his treatment of forward Marcus Rashford this season.
Mar 22, 23:03
Xavi: 'Real Madrid do not want to play attractive football'
Xavi insists that Real Madrid are unable to play 'beautiful football' in the same way as Barcelona as they too often go for a more direct approach.
Jan 10, 17:48
Philippe Coutinho not given number seven shirt at Barcelona?
Midfielder Philippe Coutinho will not wear the number seven shirt at Barcelona, according to reports.
Jan 8, 14:47
Steve McClaren leaves Maccabi Tel Aviv, wants UK job
Former England manager Steve McClaren leaves his consultancy role with Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv after less than five months.
Dec 28, 10:41
Kevin Keegan: 'England reliant on Harry Kane, Dele Alli'
Kevin Keegan believes that England "have a chance" of success at the World Cup next summer as long as Harry Kane and Dele Alli arrive at the competition fit and firing.
Oct 6, 21:24
Were Crystal Palace right to sack Frank de Boer?
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at whether Crystal Palace were right to sack manager Frank de Boer after only four league games in charge.
Sep 12, 08:25
Thomas Christiansen looking to instil Johan Cruyff philosophy at Leeds United
New Leeds United boss Thomas Christiansen says that he wants to instil Johan Cruyff's footballing philosophy into the club.
Jun 20, 22:18
Preview: Barcelona vs. Eibar
Sports Mole previews Barcelona's La Liga clash with Eibar as the Catalan side aim to push Real Madrid to the wire in their tightly-contested title race.
May 20, 11:20
Ajax to rename stadium after footballing legend Johan Cruyff
Dutch giants Ajax confirm plans to rename their stadium after the late Johan Cruyff.
Apr 25, 20:05
Hatem Ben Arfa slams Jose Mourinho for 'boring football'
Hatem Ben Arfa claims that Jose Mourinho and Diego Simeone are 'taking the pleasure away from football' with their respective playing styles.
Apr 5, 17:54
Barcelona unveil Johan Cruyff tribute plans
Barcelona announce that they will name a new stadium at their training complex in memory of Johan Cruyff, as well as building a statue of him at Camp Nou.
Mar 25, 17:29
Arsene Wenger: 'I admire Pep Guardiola'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger declares his admiration for Manchester City counterpart Pep Guardiola ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between the two sides.
Dec 16, 22:49
Cristiano Ronaldo "proud and happy" to win Ballon d'Or for fourth time
Real Madrid ace Cristiano Ronaldo airs his delight at winning the 2016 Ballon d'Or, thanking his teammates for helping him pip Lionel Messi to the award.
Dec 12, 20:12
Pep Guardiola: 'Johan Cruyff is greatest manager'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola claims that Johan Cruyff's influence on football sets him apart from others in the discussion of the greatest manager of all time.
Oct 6, 19:11
Cristiano Ronaldo 'taunted by f****t chants'
Barcelona fans reportedly shouted the word 'f****t' at Cristiano Ronaldo during a minute's silence for Johan Cruyff.
Apr 7, 11:38
Cristiano Ronaldo hits winner as Real Madrid beat Barcelona at Camp Nou
Cristiano Ronaldo struck an 85th-minute winner for Real Madrid as the capital giants came from behind to beat Barcelona 2-1 in Saturday's El Clasico at Camp Nou.
Apr 2, 21:26
