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Argentina announce preliminary 2018 World Cup squad
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli names his 35-man provisional squad ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.May 14, 18:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F37%2Flionel-messi_1.jpg "Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017")
Diego Costa: 'Argentina should thank God for Lionel Messi'
Diego Costa warns Argentina supporters to 'always treat Lionel Messi well' as they are fortunate to have a player of such quality in their ranks.Mar 28, 15:55
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Jorge Sampaoli: Spain "slapped" Argentina in heavy defeat
Jorge Sampaoli concedes that Argentina must up their game ahead of the World Cup following a record-equalling 6-1 loss to Spain in Madrid.Mar 28, 11:31
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Team News: Diego Costa leads line for Spain against Argentina
Diego Costa leads the line for Spain in Tuesday night's international friendly against Argentina - who have Lionel Messi on the bench - at the Wanda Metropolitano.Mar 27, 18:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F18%2F08%2Flionel-messi.jpg "Lionel Messi in training for Barcelona on February 19, 2018")
Argentina forward Lionel Messi to miss friendly with Spain?
Lionel Messi is reportedly ruled out of Argentina's friendly with Spain after failing to overcome an injury to his hamstring and adductor.Mar 27, 11:57
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Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli: 'World Cup is a revolver to Lionel Messi's head'
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli says that the World Cup is a "revolver" to Lionel Messi's head.Mar 26, 21:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgianluigi-buffon.JPG "Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon in action for his side during the international friendly with Germany in Milan on November 15, 2016")
Argentina shake off resilient Italy with victory at the Etihad
Ever Banega and Manuel Lanzini bag second-half goals to hand Argentina a 2-0 victory over Italy in their international friendly at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.Mar 23, 21:37
Live Commentary: Italy 0-2 Argentina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage as Italy fall to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Argentina in their friendly at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.Mar 23, 18:45
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Lionel Messi can carry Argentina at 2018 World Cup'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi can "carry the team on his shoulders" at this year's World Cup in Russia, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli.Mar 22, 22:29
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Ramiro Funes Mori: 'I'm fit to return for Everton'
Everton defender Ramiro Funes Mori declares himself fit to return to the first team following a long-term knee injury.Mar 6, 10:58
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Goalkeeper Sergio Romero keen to secure Manchester United exit?
Goalkeeper Sergio Romero is reportedly keen to secure a move away from Manchester United during the January transfer window.Jan 2, 18:13
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Jorge Sampaoli optimistic about Argentina hopes after Diego Maradona jibe
Jorge Sampaoli defends Argentina's chances of success at next summer's World Cup, despite heavy criticism from Diego Maradona.Dec 1, 20:27
Sevilla confirm Eduardo Berizzo cancer diagnosis
Sevilla confirm media reports that manager Eduardo Berizzo has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.Nov 22, 09:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Flionel-messi.jpg "Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016")
Lionel Messi explains early exit from Argentina camp
Lionel Messi hopes that his week-long break will help him enter next year's World Cup finals in peak fitness for Argentina.Nov 12, 20:10
Jorge Sampaoli talks up Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero partnership
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli says that he is happy with the link-up play on show from his players in the 1-0 win over Russia.Nov 11, 21:11
Argentina forward Lionel Messi returns to Barcelona
Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi returns from international duty with Argentina early, but it is not thought to be injury related.Nov 11, 20:09
Lionel Messi angered by claims he holds big influence in Argentina set-up
Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi hits out at accusations that he chooses the coaches and players for the national team.Nov 8, 21:50
Javier Mascherano to quit Argentina duty next year
Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano targets World Cup success next summer with Argentina before retiring from international football.Oct 12, 15:41
Argentina star Lionel Messi: 'Everything went perfectly for us'
Argentina hat-trick hero Lionel Messi says that "everything went perfectly" in a dramatic win over Ecuador, which resulted in qualification for the 2018 World Cup.Oct 11, 10:46
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Argentina deserve to reach World Cup'
Argentina head coach Jorge Sampaoli believes that his nation "deserves" to be at the World Cup ahead of their pivotal final qualifier in Ecuador on Tuesday night.Oct 10, 19:36
Jorge Sampaoli "still confident" of qualifying for World Cup
Jorge Sampaoli remains defiant following Argentina's goalless draw with Peru, claiming that he is "still confident" of booking a place in next year's World Cup.Oct 6, 19:58
Pep Guardiola hints at Samir Nasri exit
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola hints that French midfielder Samir Nasri will leave the Etihad Stadium ahead of the new campaign.Jul 30, 14:26
Report: Valencia face Daniel Carrico battle
Valencia face a fight to sign Sevilla centre-back Daniel Carrico ahead of the 2017-18 campaign, according to a report.Jul 14, 21:30
Oscar Arias: 'Sevilla to demand buy-out price'
Sevilla sporting director Oscar Arias says that his club 'will not pander to anyone' amid speculation surrounding the futures of Steven N'Zonzi and Vitolo.Jun 25, 11:09
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F11%2Fsamir-nasri-sevilla.JPG "Sevilla's Samir Nasri is sent off during the Champions League match against Leicester City on March 14, 2017")
Report: AC Milan want Samir Nasri
A report claims that AC Milan want to sign Manchester City attacker Samir Nasri in this summer's transfer window.Jun 19, 17:37
Manchester City 'struggling to sell Samir Nasri'
A report claims that Manchester City are struggling to sell France international Samir Nasri, who spent last season on loan at Sevilla.Jun 13, 20:45
Gabriel Mercado nets as Argentina beat Brazil in Melbourne
Sevilla defender Gabriel Mercado scores the only goal as Argentina record a 1-0 win over Brazil in Friday's showpiece international friendly in Melbourne.Jun 9, 12:07
Live Commentary: Brazil 0-1 Argentina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary of the international friendly between Brazil and Argentina in Melbourne, which ended in a 1-0 win for Argentina.Jun 9, 09:05
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Sevilla announce Eduardo Berizzo "agreement"
Sevilla reveal that they "have reached an agreement in principle" for Celta Vigo's Eduardo Berizzo to become their new head coach.Jun 8, 11:42
Jorge Sampaoli confirmed as Argentina boss
Argentina confirm Jorge Sampaoli as their new head coach, with the 57-year-old leaving Sevilla to take control of the international team.Jun 1, 18:26
Barcelona assistant Juan Carlos Unzue takes over at Celta Vigo
Barcelona assistant Juan Carlos Unzue returns to Celta Vigo as their new head coach.May 28, 16:40
Argentina, Sevilla reach Jorge Sampaoli agreement
Jorge Sampaoli will leave Sevilla and replace Edgardo Bauza as Argentina manager early next month after an agreement was reached between the two sides.May 26, 20:00
Jorge Sampaoli reveals Argentina approach
Sevilla manager Jorge Sampaoli reveals that Sunday's La Liga clash with Osasuna is likely to be his last in charge of the club following an approach from Argentina.May 19, 14:37
Oscar Arias appointed Monchi successor at Sevilla
Sevilla name Oscar Arias as their new sporting director, with the 51-year-old replacing the outgoing Monchi.Apr 23, 09:23
Jose Castro plays down Jorge Sampaoli Argentina link
Sevilla president Jorge Castro denies suggestions that head coach Jorge Sampaoli could leave the Estadio Ramon to take charge of Argentina.Apr 11, 16:40
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Netherlands links nothing but speculation'
Jorge Sampaoli denies holding talks with the Dutch Football Association over the vacant Netherlands managerial position, reiterating that he is "happy" at Sevilla.Apr 7, 19:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fneymar.JPG "Neymar of Barcelona in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016")
Jorge Sampaoli pays tribute to Neymar
Sevilla boss Jorge Sampaoli lavishes praise on Barcelona forward Neymar following Wednesday night's La Liga clash at Camp Nou.Apr 6, 13:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fluis-suarez_1.JPG "Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016")
Barcelona beat Sevilla to top La Liga
Barcelona return to the top of La Liga ahead of Real Madrid courtesy of a 3-0 win over 10-man Sevilla at Camp Nou.Apr 5, 19:24
Team News: Lionel Messi, Gerard Pique back for Barcelona
Lionel Messi and Gerard Pique return to the starting XI as Barcelona welcome fourth-placed Sevilla to Camp Nou.Apr 5, 16:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F09%2Fjurgen-klopp-liverpool.jpg "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp before the match against Arsenal on March 4, 2017")
Barcelona not ruling out Jurgen Klopp as candidate for manager's job
Barcelona technical director Robert Fernandez does not rule out reports that Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is a contender to replace Luis Enrique.Mar 21, 09:47
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