Jordi Alba leaves the field injured in the Champions League match between Barcelona and Manchester City on October 19, 2016
Jordi Alba defends comments on former Barcelona teammate Neymar
Barcelona defender Jordi Albi says that he did not mean to "belittle" former teammate Neymar by saying that he was playing with greater confidence at Camp Nou.
Nov 11, 12:30
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: 'We want to avoid Spain'
Lionel Messi reveals that Argentina are desperate to avoid Spain in the group stages of the 2018 World Cup.
Nov 9, 14:03
Javier Mascherano in action for Liverpool
Javier Mascherano linked with Liverpool return
Liverpool reportedly table a shock bid to bring back former defender Javier Mascherano from Barcelona.
Nov 9, 07:45
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 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
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
Luis Suarez: 'Barcelona miss special Neymar'
Barcelona striker Luis Suarez admits that the club miss Neymar both on and off the field following his world-record summer move to Paris Saint-Germain.
Nov 8, 20:10
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Lionel Messi: 'My desire is to play for Newell's Old Boys'
Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi reiterates that it remains an ambition of his to play for childhood club Newell's Old Boys before he brings an end to his career.
Nov 8, 19:21
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
Argentina forward Lionel Messi: 'Spain team to avoid at World Cup'
Argentina's Lionel Messi tips Brazil, Germany and Spain as the favourites to win next summer's World Cup, admitting that he would like to avoid the latter in particular.
Nov 8, 16:30
Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Luis Suarez: 'I will return in spectacular condition'
Barcelona striker Luis Suarez hopes to return to peak fitness following the two-week international break after being left out of Uruguay's squad.
Nov 8, 11:13
Andres Iniesta celebrates with Lionel Messi after scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Malaga on October 21, 2017
Andres Iniesta: '600 games nothing for Lionel Messi'
Barcelona captain Andres Iniesta tips Lionel Messi to set a potentially unbeatable appearance record for the Catalan giants.
Nov 6, 15:48
Roy Hodgson plays it cool during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Roy Hodgson: 'Comparing Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo pointless'
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says that comparing Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane to Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo is a "pointless exercise".
Nov 3, 22:29
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Preview:Barcelona vs. Sevilla
Sports Mole previews the La Liga encounter at Camp Nou between Barcelona and Sevilla.
Nov 2, 14:40
Sexy Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Ernesto Valverde: 'The goals will come for Luis Suarez'
Ernesto Valverde says that he is happy with the recent performances of Luis Suarez, despite the Barcelona striker going four games without scoring a goal.
Nov 1, 14:41
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
Toothless Barcelona held by Olympiacos in Athens
Barcelona miss the chance to qualify for the last 16 with two games to spare, having been held to a goalless draw by Olympiacos in Athens.
Oct 31, 21:37
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: Olympiacos 0-0 Barcelona - as it happened
Relive the goalless draw between Olympiacos and Barcelona as the hosts keep Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and co at bay in their Champions League clash in Athens.
Oct 31, 18:45
Harry Kane and Cristiano Ronaldo greet each other on October 17, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino: 'Harry Kane very similar to Cristiano Ronaldo'
Mauricio Pochettino says that Cristiano Ronaldo is a 'phenomenon and true example' to others, such as Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane.
Oct 31, 16:45
Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Barcelona star Lionel Messi 'unimpressed with Ernesto Valverde's tactics'
Barcelona star Lionel Messi is reportedly unimpressed with Ernesto Valverde's style of play, despite the team's unbeaten run in La Liga.
Oct 31, 10:28
Neymar sees red during the Ligue 1 game between Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain on October 22, 2017
Neymar 'regrets leaving Barcelona for Paris Saint-Germain'
Neymar is reportedly unhappy at Paris Saint-Germain and misses his life in Barcelona.
Oct 30, 20:20
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
Preview:Olympiacos vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole rounds up the predicted lineups, team news and form guide ahead of Barcelona's Group D visit to face Olympiacos in the Champions League.
Oct 29, 18:52
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Ernesto Valverde: 'Barcelona lucky to have Lionel Messi'
Argentina international forward Lionel Messi is currently "the best player in the world", according to his Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde.
Oct 29, 14:44
Neymar in action for Brazil at the 2016 Olympic Games
Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar latest player to be 'targeted by ISIS'
Neymar and Lionel Messi are used in the latest wave of ISIS propaganda material, a couple of days on from France manager Didier Deschamps being targeted.
Oct 29, 13:20
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Sergio Busquets: 'Barcelona win over Athletic Bilbao belongs to Marc-Andre ter Stegen'
Sergio Busquets insists that Barcelona have goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen to thank for their 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao at the San Mames on Saturday night.
Oct 29, 10:45
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 beat Athletic Bilbao at San Mames
Lionel Messi and Paulinho score the goals as Barcelona record a 2-0 win at Athletic Bilbao in La Liga on Saturday night.
Oct 28, 20:35
Jose Mourinho gives instructions to Anthony Martial during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on October 28, 2017
Gary Neville: 'Anthony Martial could be one of world's top players'
Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville claims that Anthony Martial has the ability to become one of the best players in the world.
Oct 28, 19:37
Generic image of a locker room
ISIS 'threaten France boss Didier Deschamps with mock picture'
France manager Didier Deschamps is the latest football-related figure to seemingly be targeted by ISIS, a week on from Lionel Messi being given the same treatment.
Oct 28, 11:55
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 'to put five players up for sale next summer'
Arda Turan heads a list of five players Barcelona are keen to offload at the end of the season to make way for others, according to a report.
Oct 27, 12:48
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Report: Cristiano Ronaldo issues Real Madrid contract ultimatum
A report claims that Cristiano Ronaldo has no intention of signing another new contract at Real Madrid unless his £365,000-a-week wages are increased.
Oct 26, 15:42
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
Team News: Ernesto Valverde opts for much-changed Barcelona side at Real Murcia
Ernesto Valverde rings the changes as Barcelona travel to third-tier Murcia in Tuesday night's Copa del Rey last-32 first leg.
Oct 24, 19:01
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Getafe and Real Madrid on October 14, 2017
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo describes FIFA Best award win as "great moment"
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo says that he is grateful to his fans after winning FIFA Best Men's Player of the Year award for a second time.
Oct 23, 20:37
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo named FIFA Best Men's Player of Year award
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo wins FIFA Best Men's Player of the Year award, beating Lionel Messi and Neymar.
Oct 23, 19:56
Harry Kane celebrates scoring the opener during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Harry Kane looking to emulate Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane sets his sights on emulating the goalscoring feats of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as he nears 50 goals for 2017.
Oct 23, 12:27
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Barcelona to offer Lionel Messi 'lifetime' contract
Barcelona want Lionel Messi to 'stay at the club for life' as negotiations over a new contract for the Argentina international continue to rumble on.
Oct 22, 08:33
Javier Mascherano and his imaginary friend in the La Liga match between Barcelona and Malaga on November 19, 2016
Barcelona overcome Malaga at Camp Nou
Barcelona stretch their lead at the top of La Liga to four points courtesy of a 2-0 win over basement side Malaga at Camp Nou.
Oct 21, 20:38
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
Team News: Ernesto Valverde sticks with Gerard Deulofeu in attack
Gerard Deulofeu retains his starting spot for Barcelona as they take on Malaga at Camp Nou, with boss Ernesto Valverde making two changes to his side.
Oct 21, 17:52
Gabriel Jesus in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
Gabriel Jesus up against Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele for Golden Boy award
Manchester City and Brazil striker Gabriel Jesus is named in the final three for the Golden Boy award alongside Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele.
Oct 21, 10:11
Neymar is unveiled as a Paris Saint-Germain player on August 4, 2017
Xavi: 'Neymar's Paris Saint-Germain move revealed at Lionel Messi's wedding'
Neymar informed his Barcelona teammates that he wanted to join Paris Saint-Germain at Lionel Messi's wedding in July, according to former teammate Xavi.
Oct 20, 10:08
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Josep Maria Bartomeu: 'Nobody can compete with Lionel Messi'
Josep Maria Bartomeu insists that Lionel Messi deserves "all the prizes in world football" as he bids to win the Ballon d'Or for a sixth time in January.
Oct 19, 18:27
Lucas Digne in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Lucas Digne: 'Lionel Messi proves he is world's best every day'
Barcelona defender Lucas Digne says that teammate Lionel Messi proves every day that he is the best in the world.
Oct 19, 17:10
Neymar and Kylian Mbappe side by side during the Ligue 1 game between Dijon and Paris Saint-Germain on October 14, 2017
Neymar: 'I will help Kylian Mbappe become world's best player'
Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar plans to emulate Lionel Messi by mentoring teammate Kylian Mbappe on his path to superstardom.
Oct 19, 16:44
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
Preview:Real Madrid vs. Eibar
Sports Mole previews Sunday evening's La Liga showdown between Real Madrid and Eibar at the Bernabeu.
Oct 19, 13:52
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 scores 100th European goal as 10-man Barcelona ease past Olympiacos
Barcelona move to the brink of qualification for the last 16 with a 3-1 win over Olympiacos, despite being forced to play more than half of the match with 10 men.
Oct 18, 20:37
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