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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
Julio Cesar: 'Neymar best player in the world'
Former Brazil goalkeeper Julio Cesar brands Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar "the best player in the world today".Nov 11, 17:34
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
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 linked with Liverpool return
Liverpool reportedly table a shock bid to bring back former defender Javier Mascherano from Barcelona.Nov 9, 07:45
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
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
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
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: '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: '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: '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
Preview:Barcelona vs. Sevilla
Sports Mole previews the La Liga encounter at Camp Nou between Barcelona and Sevilla.Nov 2, 14:40
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
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
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
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
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 '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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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


