Cristiano Ronaldo with the Ballon d'Or on December 7, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo beats Lionel Messi and Neymar to win 2017 Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo is named as the winner of the 2017 Ballon d'Or.
Dec 7, 19:06
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Lionel Messi admits Newell's Old Boys doubts
Lionel Messi expresses doubt over whether he will see out his ambitions of returning to boyhood club Newell's Old Boys.
Dec 7, 11:48
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Ivan Rakitic: 'Playing alongside Lionel Messi is special'
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic says that Ernesto Valverde's decision to rest Lionel Messi against Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday night was a smart decision.
Dec 6, 14:21
 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Getafe and Real Madrid on October 14, 2017
Mateo Kovacic backs Cristiano Ronaldo for Ballon d'Or award
Mateo Kovacic claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is deserving of a record-equalling fifth Ballon d'Or at this week's ceremony, as he remains "the best player in the world".
Dec 6, 14:10
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Team News: Lionel Messi on Barcelona bench
Lionel Messi drops to the bench for Barcelona's final Champions League group game against Sporting Lisbon.
Dec 5, 18:47
 Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Pep Guardiola: 'Lionel Messi would never have joined us'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola denies reports that the club offered Lionel Messi a huge financial package in order to leave Barcelona.
Dec 5, 18:09
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Lionel Messi 'rejected £850,000 a week at Manchester City'
Manchester City reportedly offered Lionel Messi wages of £850,000 a week and a £88m signing-on bonus in order to leave Barcelona.
Dec 5, 17:39
 Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Luis Suarez admits to playing through pain
Barcelona forward Luis Suarez admits that he was playing through the pain barrier earlier this season as he battled a knee problem.
Dec 4, 12:48
 Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Ernesto Valverde: 'Samuel Umtiti injury cost us against Celta Vigo'
Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde says that the injury to defender Samuel Umtiti in the second half of the game with Celta Vigo cost the hosts victory on Saturday.
Dec 2, 21:41
 Iago Aspas in action for Celta Vigo in 2016
Barcelona drop rare points on home soil as Celta Vigo hit back
Barcelona drop points for the second time in two games - and the first time at home in 12 months - as Celta Vigo earn a 2-2 draw at Camp Nou.
Dec 2, 13:57
 Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Team News: Ernesto Valverde recalls Barcelona stars for Celta Vigo clash
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde brings back his star men for the club's La Liga meeting with Celta Vigo.
Dec 2, 11:11
 Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Live Commentary: Barcelona 2-2 Celta Vigo - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Barcelona's 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo, as the La Liga leaders dropped home points for the first time in a year.
Dec 2, 11:00
 A general view of the stadium prior to kickoff during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match between FC Barcelona and Manchester City at Camp Nou on March 12, 2014
Preview:Barcelona vs. Celta Vigo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of Barcelona's La Liga clash against mid-table Celta Vigo.
Dec 1, 11:41
 Andres Iniesta celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Jordi Alba: 'Lionel Messi goal clear from middle of pitch'
Barcelona left-back Jordi Alba says that he could see that teammate Lionel Messi's strike against Valencia had crossed the line from "the middle of the pitch".
Nov 27, 15:29
 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
Ernesto Valverde: 'Valencia exposed Barcelona in draw'
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde says that Valencia were able to 'expose' his side during the 1-1 draw at the Mestalla on Sunday evening.
Nov 27, 12:26
 Gerard Deulofeu celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Valencia, Barcelona share the spoils
Barcelona come from behind to draw 1-1 with Valencia in Sunday night's eventful La Liga clash at the Mestalla.
Nov 26, 21:41
 A general view inside Old Trafford ahead of the Champions League group game between Manchester United and Benfica on October 31, 2017
Manchester United 'begin talks for Argentine starlet Luciano Cingolani'
A report claims that young Argentine striker Luciano Cingolani is wanted by Manchester United, who are prepared to remain patient in their transfer pursuit.
Nov 26, 21:15
 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
Lionel Messi: 'Neymar exit has made us defensively stronger'
Lionel Messi admits that Barcelona have had to adapt to a new style of play without Neymar, but believes that his side are now stronger following the Brazilian's exit.
Nov 26, 20:35
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Team News: Lionel Messi restored to Barcelona starting XI ahead of Valencia trip
Lionel Messi returns to the Barcelona starting XI after being rested in midweek as Ernesto Valverde's charges take on Valencia at the Mestalla in La Liga.
Nov 26, 18:55
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Lionel Messi: 'I dream of ending career at Barcelona'
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi expresses his desire to finish his career with the club after putting pen to paper on a new four-year contract.
Nov 25, 22:30
 Cristiano Ronaldo in action during Real Madrid training on October 31, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo "furious" over new Lionel Messi deal
Real Madrid frontman Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly 'explodes' after learning that rival Lionel Messi is now earning 50% more than him.
Nov 25, 15:25
 Gabriel Jesus is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Manchester City on November 18, 2017
Lionel Messi: "Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain are the best"
Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi says that Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain 'are two of the strongest teams around'.
Nov 25, 13:49
 Manchester City attacker Bernardo Silva in action during his side's Premier League clash with Everton on August 21, 2017
Report: Barcelona interested in Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva
Barcelona are reportedly viewing Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva as a potential transfer target should their pursuit of Philippe Coutinho prove unsuccessful.
Nov 25, 12:20
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Lionel Messi signs new Barcelona contract
Barcelona confirm that club talisman Lionel Messi has signed a new contract which will tie him to Camp Nou until 2021.
Nov 25, 11:35
 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
Real Madrid to make offer for Inter Milan forward Mauro Icardi?
Real Madrid are reportedly planning to make an offer for Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi, partly 'to get one over Lionel Messi'.
Nov 24, 10:12
 Mesut Ozil in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Mesut Ozil 'demands £330,000 a week from Barcelona'
Mesut Ozil is reportedly demanding wages of £330,000 a week in order to agree to a switch from Arsenal to Barcelona.
Nov 23, 14:09
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Lionel Messi 'blocks Barcelona's Mesut Ozil move'
Lionel Messi reportedly tells Barcelona to drop their interest in Arsenal attacker Mesut Ozil.
Nov 23, 11:40
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Juventus, Barcelona draw blank but Spanish giants grab last-16 spot
Barcelona fail to score against Juventus, but secure a place in the last 16 of the Champions League with a goalless draw in Turin.
Nov 22, 21:36
 Lionel Messi of Barcelona in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Team News: Lionel Messi on bench as Barcelona face Juventus
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde names Lionel Messi on the bench for Wednesday night's Champions League trip to Juventus.
Nov 22, 18:57
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Ivan Rakitic "confident" Lionel Messi will remain at Barcelona
Ivan Rakitic hopes to see an end to the uncertainty surrounding Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi's contract situation at Camp Nou.
Nov 22, 13:17
 Riyad Mahrez celebrates grabbing the equaliser during the Premier League game between Leicester City and West Bromwich Albion on October 16, 2017
Manchester City 'to move for Riyad Mahrez in January'
Manchester City are reportedly planning a January move for Riyad Mahrez after Lionel Messi blocked any possible bid from Barcelona for the Algeria international.
Nov 20, 09:52
 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
Esterno Valverde: 'Now people will calm down about Luis Suarez'
Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde says that people will "calm down" about striker Luis Suarez following his brace in Barca's 3-0 win over Leganes on Saturday.
Nov 19, 09:52
 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
Barcelona win at Leganes to extend lead at the top
A Luis Suarez brace and a last-minute Paulinho goal help Barcelona to a 3-0 win over Leganes at Estadio Municipal de Butarque.
Nov 18, 17:24
 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
Live Commentary: Leganes 0-3 Barcelona - as it happened
Relive Barcelona's win at Leganes with Sports Mole's live text coverage.
Nov 18, 14:13
 Gerard Deulofeu celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Preview:Leganes vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's La Liga meeting between Leganes and Barcelona at Estadio Municipal de Butarque.
Nov 17, 12:55
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour 'made vow to sign Lionel Messi'
Former Manchester City striker Robinho claims that the club's owner Sheikh Mansour made a promise to sign Lionel Messi when taking over at the Etihad Stadium.
Nov 16, 13:05
 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
Paulinho: 'Neymar, Lionel Messi key in Barcelona move'
Brazil midfielder Paulinho reveals that Neymar and Lionel Messi were both key in him moving to Barcelona in the summer.
Nov 15, 19:08
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Lionel Messi signs new Barcelona contract?
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi signs a new deal at the club, according to La Liga president Javier Tebas.
Nov 15, 10:11
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on November 5, 2017
Kevin De Bruyne not interested in Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi comparisons
Manchester City and Belgium attacker Kevin De Bruyne plays down comparisons with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Nov 13, 15:35
 Dele Alli celebrates scoring during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Lionel Messi calls for Barcelona to sign Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli?
Lionel Messi reportedly encourages Barcelona to try to beat Real Madrid to the signing of Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli.
Nov 13, 12:29
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