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
 The Denmark squad line up before their friendly with Sweden on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Denmark
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Denmark's chances as they return to the competition after missing out four years ago.
Jun 13, 08:00
 The Iran team lines up ahead of their World Cup warm-up game against Turkey in May 2018
World Cup preview: Iran
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of an Iran side which was the only Asian nation to go through qualifying unbeaten.
Jun 13, 06:45
 Lionel Messi celebrates with his Argentina teammates after clinching qualification for the 2018 World Cup
Willy Caballero: 'Argentina can cope without Lionel Messi'
Argentina goalkeeper Willy Caballero defends his national team, insisting that they could cope without Lionel Messi in the World Cup.
Jun 12, 18:34
 Spain's squad lines up for their official 2018 World Cup photoshoot
World Cup preview: Spain
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of 2010 champions Spain as they look to bounce back from a group-stage exit four years ago.
Jun 12, 14:01
 The Uruguay squad lines up for their official photo shoot ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia
World Cup preview: Uruguay
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole looks at the chances of two-time champions Uruguay.
Jun 12, 12:15
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 9, 2018
Pep Guardiola: 'I will never manage Barcelona again'
Pep Guardiola has no intention of returning to Barcelona in the future as he does not believe that his previous success there can be replicated.
Jun 10, 15:23
 Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in action during an international friendly with Haiti on May 29, 2018
Lionel Messi considering international retirement after World Cup
Barcelona ace Lionel Messi will consider quitting international duty with Argentina after this summer's World Cup.
Jun 10, 15:01
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga clash with Real Madrid on May 6, 2018
Lionel Messi: 'Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde makes me feel spectacular'
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says that coach Ernesto Valverde's treatment of the club's players makes him feel "spectacular".
Jun 10, 14:30
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga clash with Real Madrid on May 6, 2018
Lionel Messi: 'Barcelona are not dependent on me'
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi plays down claims that the Catalan club are overly dependent on the 30-year-old Argentine's brilliance.
Jun 10, 11:45
 France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their first goal against USA on June 9, 2018
Kylian Mbappe to enter the race for 2018 Ballon d'Or?
Kylian Mbappe to enter the race for the 2018 Ballon d'Or?
Jun 10, 11:13
 Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann celebrates after scoring the 2018 Europa League final on May 16, 2018
Lionel Messi: 'Barcelona need Antoine Griezmann for Champions League'
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi admits that signing Antoine Griezmann from rivals Atletico Madrid this summer would be a "brilliant" coup for his side.
Jun 10, 10:28
 Lionel Messi during an Argentina training session on June 6, 2018
Argentina forward Lionel Messi predicts "very even World Cup"
Argentina superstar Lionel Messi expects the most talented individuals in his side to step up in this summer's World Cup.
Jun 9, 17:21
 Ryan Bertrand in action for Southampton on April 19, 2018
Ryan Bertrand: 'Gareth Southgate was wrong to leave me out of England squad'
Southampton left-back Ryan Bertrand is determined to prove to Gareth Southgate that he should not have been left behind by England in the World Cup this month.
Jun 9, 11:40
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga clash with Real Madrid on May 6, 2018
Lionel Messi would "love" Neymar to return to Barcelona
Lionel Messi admits that he would like to see Neymar one day return to Barcelona.
Jun 7, 19:25
 The Nigerian team lines up ahead of the World Cup warm-up match with England at Wembley on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Nigeria
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Nigeria's hopes as the only African team to have qualified for both the 2014 and 2018 tournaments.
Jun 7, 15:51
 The Egyptian team lines up ahead of their international friendly with Kuwait in May 2018
World Cup preview: Egypt
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole looks at Egypt's chances as they gear up for their first taste of the competition for 28 years.
Jun 7, 15:05
 Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann celebrates after scoring the 2018 Europa League final on May 16, 2018
Lionel Messi urges Antoine Griezmann to join Barcelona
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi backs the club's pursuit of Antoine Griezmann and urges the Atletico Madrid striker to move to Camp Nou.
Jun 7, 11:07
 Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Andrew Robertson: 'There is more to come from Mohamed Salah'
Andrew Robertson suggests that Mohamed Salah can score even more goals next season, dismissing fears that his Liverpool teammate is a one-season wonder.
Jun 5, 08:55
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga clash with Real Madrid on May 6, 2018
Shkodran Mustafi: 'Lionel Messi a tougher opponent than Cristiano Ronaldo'
Shkodran Mustafi describes Lionel Messi as the "hardest opponent" that he has faced due to the Barcelona forward's movement.
Jun 3, 15:34
 Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho patrols the touchline during the 2018 FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley
Jose Mourinho tips one of four teams for World Cup glory
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho believes that one of Portugal, Argentina, Brazil and Spain will win this summer's World Cup.
Jun 3, 14:03
 Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Philippe Coutinho tips Mohamed Salah, Neymar to shine at World Cup
Philippe Coutinho believes that fellow Brazil star Neymar and former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah of Egypt will shine at this summer's World Cup in Russia.
Jun 3, 10:58
 Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the 2018 Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev
Report: Cristiano Ronaldo asks Real Madrid for £1.35m-per-week salary in new deal
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly tells the Real Madrid board that he wants a salary of £1.35m per week if he is to commit his future to the Bernabeu.
Jun 2, 12:46
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Lionel Messi: 'Argentina are not World Cup candidates'
Lionel Messi says that he will continue to "dream" of lifting the World Cup with Argentina, even if his side 'are not serious contenders' this time around.
May 30, 16:27
 Jordi Alba leaves the field injured in the Champions League match between Barcelona and Manchester City on October 19, 2016
Manchester United, Chelsea 'want Jordi Alba'
Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly monitoring the situation of Barcelona full-back Jordi Alba ahead of a potential summer move.
May 30, 08:53
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Barcelona's Lionel Messi reveals plans for Newell's Old Boys return
Barcelona star Lionel Messi reiterates plans to end his career at boyhood club Newell's Old Boys.
May 29, 21:22
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Top 5 Champions League goals of all time - #4
Sports Mole's countdown of the top five Champions League goals of all time continues with number four - Lionel Messi's solo run against Real Madrid.
May 29, 17:09
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal tried to sign Lionel Messi'
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reveals that he tried to bring Lionel Messi and Gerard Pique to the club from Barcelona alongside Cesc Fabregas in 2003.
May 28, 19:35
 Carles Puyol playing for Barcelona
Carles Puyol 'furious over Real Madrid Champions League win'
Former Barcelona centre-back Carles Puyol admits that he is "furious" over Real Madrid's Champions League victory on Saturday night.
May 28, 17:51
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Lionel Messi: 'I'm almost sure that Barcelona will be my only European club'
Barcelona star Lionel Messi reveals that it is highly unlikely he will play anywhere else in Europe, but may return to his old Argentine club one day.
May 28, 15:56
 Cristiano Ronaldo trains with Real Madrid ahead of the Champions League final
Real Madrid ace Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I do not regret my comments'
Cristiano Ronaldo insists that he does not regret dropping a hint that his Real Madrid future is coming to an end, but concedes that the timing was wrong.
May 27, 18:11
 Mohamed Salah celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Sergio Ramos: 'Mohamed Salah not yet at Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi level'
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos says that Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is not yet on the same level as either Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi.
May 26, 16:57
 Marcos Alonso celebrates during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Lionel Messi wants Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso at Barcelona?
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi reportedly wants to see Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso make the switch to Camp Nou during the summer transfer window.
May 26, 12:18
 Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Mohamed Salah's long-term potential not important'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is uninterested in whether Mohamed Salah can become the world's top player, but acknowledges that the forward has had an "outstanding" season.
May 25, 16:37
 Mohamed Salah has a roll during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Brazilian legend Ronaldo: 'I love Mohamed Salah'
Former Real Madrid and Barcelona striker Ronaldo says that he is a huge fan of Mohamed Salah, comparing the Liverpool forward to Lionel Messi.
May 25, 15:50
 Mohamed Salah celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Thomas Muller: 'Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah deserves to win Ballon d'Or'
Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller claims that Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah deserves to be considered a candidate for the Ballon d'Or.
May 25, 12:00
 Kelechi Iheanacho in action for Leicester City on September 9, 2017
Kelechi Iheanacho looking forward to facing Lionel Messi
Nigeria forward Kelechi Iheanacho reveals that he is looking forward to taking on 'idol' Lionel Messi at the 2018 World Cup.
May 24, 18:51
 Anthony Martial fires past Kurt Zouma for the second during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Stoke City on January 15, 2018
Louis Saha desperate for Anthony Martial to stay at Manchester United
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha urges in-demand attacker Anthony Martial to stay at Old Trafford this summer.
May 23, 19:28
 Andres Iniesta in action for Barcelona in December 2016
Andres Iniesta's greatest Barcelona XI
To mark Andres Iniesta's final game for Barcelona, Sports Mole selects the greatest XI from his illustrious career with the club.
May 22, 07:48
 Sergio Busquets in action for Barcelona in October 2016
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, 13:29
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