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Teammates vote Andres Iniesta as Barcelona captain
The Barcelona players vote for Andres Iniesta to be their new captain following the recent departure of Xavi.Aug 4, 13:15
Gerardo Martino: 'Lionel Messi produced best performances at Copa America'
Argentina head coach Gerardo Martino believes that Lionel Messi was the target of unfair criticism after the Copa America.Aug 3, 22:35
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Human Rights Foundation angered by Lionel Messi's Gabon visit
The Human Rights Foundation claim that Barcelona striker Lionel Messi has "undermined" his credibility as a children's rights advocate by visiting Gabon.Aug 3, 14:42
Match Analysis: Fiorentina 2-1 Barcelona
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Fiorentina record a 2-1 win over Barcelona in the International Champions Cup.Aug 2, 21:42
Arsene Wenger: 'Eden Hazard must add consistency to become a great'
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger claims that Chelsea's Eden Hazard will not find himself in the top bracket of elite players until he adds consistency to his game.Aug 2, 08:09
Report: Sky Sports gifts La Liga rights to BT Sport
BT Sport will reportedly become the new home of La Liga in the UK after Sky Sports pulled out of the bidding process.Aug 1, 10:45
Andres Iniesta: 'Playing with Lionel Messi is a privilege'
Andres Iniesta praises Lionel Messi by saying that he is 'privileged to have played alongside him' and the Spaniard hopes to continue doing so for many years to come.Aug 1, 05:25
Preview:Fiorentina vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole looks ahead to the International Champions Cup clash between Fiorentina and Barcelona in Florence.Jul 31, 16:26
Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu: 'No Manchester United bid for Pedro'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu says that there has been no interest in Pedro from Manchester United.Jul 31, 12:50
Barcelona to delay Pedro's move to Manchester United?
Barcelona will reportedly delay Pedro's move to Manchester United, which will result in the Spaniard missing the Red Devils' season opener against Tottenham Hotspur.Jul 31, 05:08
Lionel Messi, Javier Mascherano make early return to Barcelona training
Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano return to Barcelona training early after Argentina's loss to Chile in the Copa America final.Jul 30, 13:49
Ivan Rakitic: 'Team contributes to front three'
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic says that a lot of defensive work is needed for Luis Suarez, Neymar and Lionel Messi to thrive.Jul 29, 12:42
Match Analysis: Chelsea 2-2 Barcelona (Chelsea win 4-2 on penalties)
Sports Mole reviews the action from Chelsea's 4-2 penalty shootout win over Barcelona to conclude their pre-season with a win.Jul 29, 02:43
Team News: Diego Costa, Eden Hazard start for Chelsea in Barcelona friendly
Diego Costa and Eden Hazard lead the Chelsea attack in their pre-season friendly clash with Barcelona.Jul 28, 23:48
Cesc Fabregas: 'Barcelona are the best team in the world'
Cesc Fabregas says that his old club Barcelona are the world's best team, due to the strength of their attack.Jul 28, 18:58
Manchester United close in on Pedro?
Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Pedro, after talks between the club and the player's agent.Jul 27, 23:38
Preview:Chelsea vs. Barcelona
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's International Champions Cup match between Chelsea and Barcelona in Maryland.Jul 27, 18:10
Lionel Messi excused from next Argentina match to rest
The Argentine Football Association excuses Lionel Messi from international duty for the country's next friendly in order for the four-time Ballon d'Or winner to rest.Jul 27, 14:55
Jackson Martinez: 'Atletico Madrid can challenge Barcelona, Real Madrid'
Jackson Martinez says that his new club Atletico Madrid can compete with Barcelona and Real Madrid for the country's best trophies.Jul 26, 23:47
Wayne Rooney: 'Barcelona as good as ever'
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney insists that Barcelona are now thriving under a different style of play introduced by Luis Enrique.Jul 23, 20:20
Preview:Barcelona vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday night's match between Barcelona and Manchester United in the International Champions Cup.Jul 23, 17:20
Lionel Messi slammed by Gabonese political party for being "dirty, unshaven"
The Union of Gabonese People political party slams Lionel Messi for having "appalling" manners by wearing shorts and a T-shirt during a visit to the African nation.Jul 23, 09:23
James Milner: 'Lionel Messi couldn't replace Steven Gerrard at Liverpool'
James Milner claims that even Barcelona's Lionel Messi would struggle to replace Steven Gerrard at Liverpool.Jul 22, 23:18
Gabon authorities deny paying Lionel Messi £2.5m to visit African nation
Authorities in Gabon reject reports that Barcelona star Lionel Messi was paid £2.5m to visit the African nation last week for an AFCON event.Jul 22, 10:50
Luis Suarez urges Pedro to snub transfer, stay at Barcelona
Luis Suarez urges his Barcelona teammate Pedro to stay at the club, despite reported interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.Jul 21, 07:56
Alex Morgan joins Lionel Messi on FIFA 16 cover
Alex Morgan and Christine Sinclair will share the cover of EA Sports game FIFA 16 with Lionel Messi.Jul 20, 19:36
Report: Real Madrid want Francis Cagigao
A report claims that Real Madrid want to bring Arsenal scout Francis Cagigao to the Bernabeu this summer.Jul 20, 14:55
Luis Enrique: 'Lionel Messi needs to rest'
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique says that "it's key" that Lionel Messi and his fellow South Americans are given a sufficient rest this summer.Jul 20, 11:25
Jose Mourinho plays down Pedro talk
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho claims that he is not interested in signing Barcelona attacker Pedro this summer.Jul 19, 16:25
Lionel Messi, Neymar left out of Barcelona squad for US tour
Lionel Messi and Neymar are among five players omitted from Barcelona's tour of the US following their Copa America exploits.Jul 17, 21:22
Chelsea close to sealing deal for Barcelona winger Pedro?
Premier League champions Chelsea are reportedly close to sealing a deal to sign Barcelona winger Pedro for a fee thought to be in the region of £22m.Jul 14, 22:15
Diego Maradona slams Lionel Messi for Argentina displays
Diego Maradona says that Lionel Messi failed to produce his best form for Argentina at the Copa America.Jul 13, 17:11
Barcelona's Pedro denies holding talks with Jose Mourinho about Chelsea move
Barcelona's Pedro denies reports that he has held talks with Jose Mourinho regarding a potential move to Chelsea.Jul 13, 13:48
Liverpool's Jordan Henderson wins vote to become 'FIFA 16' cover star
New Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson beats Harry Kane and Sergio Aguero to be named FIFA 16 cover star alongside Lionel Messi.Jul 10, 14:13
Chelsea's Juan Cuadrado voted 'FIFA 16' cover star in Latin America
Chelsea winger Juan Cuadrado is voted as FIFA 16's cover star in Latin America.Jul 9, 09:34
Pedro coy on Barcelona future
Pedro concedes that his Barcelona career is at a crossroads amid speculation linking him with a move to the Premier League.Jul 8, 23:45
Lionel Messi contemplating international sabbatical?
A report claims that an upset Lionel Messi is potentially preparing to have a break away from international football.Jul 7, 15:42
Lionel Messi admits 'pain' after Copa America final defeat
Lionel Messi describes Argentina's defeat to Chile in the Copa America final as "painful".Jul 7, 10:06
Pedro 'to snub Premier League move and fight for place at Barcelona'
Pedro reportedly tells Barcelona boss Luis Enrique that he wants to stay at the club, despite interest from Premier League clubs.Jul 7, 05:46
Chile clinch Copa America win in shootout
Chile beat Argentina on penalties to clinch their first ever Copa America title.Jul 4, 22:48
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