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Rafael van der Vaart: 'I never thought Gareth Bale would play for Real Madrid'
Rafael van der Vaart admits that he was left surprised by Gareth Bale's move to Real Madrid as he does not play at the same level as Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi.Nov 10, 19:28
Vicente del Bosque: 'Lionel Messi could have played for Spain'
Spain boss Vicente del Bosque says that an attempt was made to convince Lionel Messi to turn his back on the country of his birth, Argentina, and instead represent Spain.Nov 10, 18:31
Josep Maria Bartomeu hopeful Lionel Messi will play for Barcelona in El Clasico
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu expects that Lionel Messi will make his return from a two-month layoff against Real Madrid in El Clasico later this month.Nov 10, 11:57
Luis Enrique: 'Lionel Messi could still make El Clasico'
Lionel Messi, who is recovering from a serious knee injury, could yet be fit to face Real Madrid in El Clasico on November 21, according to Barcelona boss Luis Enrique.Nov 9, 14:04
Match Analysis: Barcelona 3-0 Villarreal
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Barcelona move top of La Liga with a 3-0 win over Villarreal at Camp Nou.Nov 8, 17:45
Report: Barcelona interested in Robin van Persie
Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Fenerbahce striker Robin van Persie during January's transfer window.Nov 7, 15:05
Domenico Berardi focused on Sassuolo but envisages move to Barcelona
Domenico Berardi has indicated that he would consider a move away from Sassuolo in order to play for Barcelona and form a strike partnership with Lionel Messi and Neymar.Nov 7, 14:40
Luis Enrique: 'Barcelona have become stronger without Lionel Messi'
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique claims that his side have become stronger without star forward Lionel Messi.Nov 7, 14:11
Dirk Kuyt plays down Barcelona reports
Feyenoord attacker Dirk Kuyt dismisses suggestions that he could join European champions Barcelona during the winter transfer window.Nov 7, 10:50
Preview:Barcelona vs. Villarreal
Sports Mole previews the La Liga encounter at Camp Nou between Barcelona and Villarreal.Nov 6, 17:19
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I am better than Lionel Messi'
Cristiano Ronaldo claims that he is the greatest footballer in the world, adding that he is better than Lionel Messi and that other opinions do not bother him.Nov 5, 19:38
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Cristiano Ronaldo mother: 'I wanted an abortion'
Cristiano Ronaldo's mum reveals that she considered an abortion during her pregnancy with the future football icon.Nov 5, 00:32
Match Analysis: Barcelona 3-0 BATE Borisov
Sports Mole dissects the Group E action from Spain as Barcelona record a 3-0 win over BATE Borisov in the Champions League.Nov 4, 22:15
Preview:Barcelona vs. BATE Borisov
Sports Mole previews the Champions League action as Barcelona welcome the visit of BATE Borisov to Camp Nou in Group E.Nov 3, 17:00
Luis Enrique: 'Lionel Messi is progressing well'
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique says that Lionel Messi is "progressing well" as he bids to return from knee ligament damage before the end of 2015.Nov 3, 15:13
Cristiano Ronaldo 'not a fan of football on TV'
Real Madrid attacker Cristiano Ronaldo claims that he is not generally a fan of watching football on television, preferring to relax 'doing other things' at home.Nov 2, 15:08
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I am better than Lionel Messi'
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo says that, 'in his own mind', he is a better player than Barcelona's Lionel Messi.Nov 2, 14:56
Report: Lionel Messi unlikely to make El Clasico
A report claims that Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi is losing his fight to be fit for El Clasico away to Real Madrid on November 21.Nov 2, 13:37
Sands of time running out for Manchester United's Wayne Rooney
Sports Mole looks into the reasons behind Wayne Rooney's struggles of late and argues that it's time to drop the Manchester United captain.Nov 2, 11:10
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique delighted with "unique" Neymar after Getafe win
Barcelona coach Luis Enrique hails one-man show Neymar following his display in the 2-0 win over Getafe.Nov 1, 00:27
Match Analysis: Getafe 0-2 Barcelona
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Barcelona record a 2-0 win at Getafe to move joint-top of La Liga alongside Real Madrid.Oct 31, 22:06
Luis Suarez, Neymar move Barcelona level with Real Madrid
Goals from Luis Suarez and Neymar secure a 2-0 win over Getafe as Barcelona move level on points with La Liga leaders Real Madrid.Oct 31, 21:20
Preview:Getafe vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole previews the La Liga clash between struggling Getafe and defending champions Barcelona.Oct 29, 16:59
On this day: Lionel Messi hat-trick helps Barcelona hammer Mallorca
Four years ago today, Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Barcelona fired in five unanswered goals against Mallorca at Camp Nou.Oct 29, 06:00
Josep Maria Bartomeu: 'Lionel Messi exit talk is false'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu denies suggestions that Lionel Messi is considering his long-term future at Camp Nou.Oct 28, 13:17
Luis Enrique names youthful squad for Copa del Rey opener
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique leaves the likes of Luis Suarez and Neymar out of his travelling squad for Wednesday's Copa del Rey opener against Villanovense.Oct 27, 13:11
Roberto Carlos: 'Cristiano Ronaldo better than Lionel Messi'
Former Real Madrid defender Roberto Carlos claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is "more decisive" for his club team than Lionel Messi is for Barcelona.Oct 26, 17:38
Roberto Carlos: 'Neymar best in the world'
Barcelona's Neymar is the best player in the world ahead of teammate Lionel Messi and Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, according to former Brazil defender Roberto Carlos.Oct 26, 17:25
Pele: 'I was better than Lionel Messi, Ronaldo'
Pele claims that Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi were not better than him in his heyday.Oct 24, 00:18
Preview:Barcelona vs. Eibar
Sports Mole previews the La Liga clash between Barcelona and Eibar at Camp Nou.Oct 23, 22:51
Report: Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona, eyeing Premier League move
Lionel Messi wants to leave Barcelona and has his heart set on joining a Premier League club, according to reports.Oct 22, 22:52
Lionel Messi: 'I do not compete with Cristiano Ronaldo'
Lionel Messi insists that he is not in competition with Cristiano Ronaldo, despite constant comparisons between the two. Oct 22, 17:41
2015 Ballon d'Or: Five that should have been included
Sports Mole highlights five players that we believe should have been included on FIFA's shortlist for the 2015 Ballon d'Or award.Oct 21, 10:43
Match Analysis: BATE Borisov 0-2 Barcelona
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Barcelona recorded a 2-0 win at BATE Borisov in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.Oct 20, 21:18
Gary Neville has "no sympathy" for Eden Hazard
Gary Neville says that he has "no sympathy" for Eden Hazard after the Chelsea winger was dropped from the side last week.Oct 20, 19:55
Rio Ferdinand backs Neymar in Lionel Messi's absence
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand backs Neymar to shine at Barcelona in the absence of the injured Lionel Messi.Oct 20, 19:11
Team News: Four changes for Barcelona at BATE Borisov
Barcelona make four changes to their side for the trip to Belarusian champions BATE in Champions League Group E.Oct 20, 17:39
Carl Jenkinson: 'Alexis Sanchez is as good as Messi or Ronaldo'
Carl Jenkinson describes Alexis Sanchez as one of the best players in the world and insists that he is on a level with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.Oct 20, 17:26
Five Premier League stars nominated for 2015 Ballon d'Or
Five Premier League stars are named in FIFA's 2015 Ballon d'Or shortlist, while Gareth Bale is the only British player nominated.Oct 20, 06:26
Preview:BATE Borisov vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole previews the Champions League Group E clash between BATE Borisov and Barcelona.Oct 19, 23:56
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