Lionel Messi
Pep Guardiola delivers Manchester City team news update ahead of Liverpool clash
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola believes the club's World Cup contingent are in better condition to those who did not feature in Qatar ahead of Thursday's EFL Cup clash with Liverpool.
Dec 21, 14:11
Manchester United, Chelsea 'drop Ousmane Dembele interest'
Manchester United and Chelsea drop their interest in Barcelona attacker Ousmane Dembele, according to a report.
Dec 21, 09:59
Argentina World Cup parade abandoned due to security concerns in Buenos Aires
The Argentinian FA confirms that the national team's World Cup-winning bus tour in Buenos Aires has been abandoned due to security concerns.
Dec 20, 22:26
Lionel Messi World Cup Instagram post becomes most-liked in history
A post containing a collection of celebratory World Cup-winning photos from Argentina star Lionel Messi becomes the most-liked post in Instagram history.
Dec 20, 14:15
Joan Laporta 'cancelled plans to fly out to Qatar for Lionel Messi talks'
Barcelona president Joan Laporta cancelled his plans to fly out to the 2022 World Cup for talks with Lionel Messi, according to a report.
Dec 20, 13:31
The top 10 football matches of all time
Following a classic World Cup final at Qatar 2022, Sports Mole presents the 10 finest football matches of all time.
Dec 20, 11:20
Kylian Mbappe 'considering whether to reveal desire to leave Paris Saint-Germain'
Kylian Mbappe is reportedly considering whether to communicate his desire to leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season.
Dec 20, 09:39
Is Lionel Messi the greatest player of all time?
Following his World Cup triumph, the Sports Mole team discuss whether Lionel Messi deserves to be regarded as the greatest player in the history of the game.
Dec 19, 21:45
Top 10 World Cup final goals of all time: Where do Di Maria, Mbappe strikes rank?
Following stunning goals from Angel Di Maria and Kylian Mbappe in the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole counts down the 10 greatest strikes in the history of the fixture.
Dec 19, 20:17
PSG president confident Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi will stay at club
Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi is confident that both Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi will stay at the club.
Dec 19, 18:39
Top 10 World Cup finals of all time: Where does the 2022 thriller rank?
Following an all-time classic finale to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Sports Mole counts down the top 10 greatest World Cup finals of all time.
Dec 19, 17:39
Lionel Messi cements himself as the greatest of all time
Having finally got his hands on the World Cup trophy, Sports Mole looks at why Lionel Messi deserves to be regarded as the greatest footballer of all time.
Dec 19, 16:57
Di Maria, Chavez, Richarlison - The best goals of the 2022 World Cup
Sports Mole counts down the five best goals of the 2022 World Cup, including strikes from Richarlison, Luis Chavez and Angel Di Maria.
Dec 19, 12:42
Preview: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Quevilly - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Quevilly, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 19, 11:20
The best games of the 2022 World Cup
Sports Mole counts down the five best games of the 2022 World Cup following Argentina's thrilling victory over France in Sunday's final.
Dec 19, 11:13
World Cup 2022 Team of the Tournament - Messi, Mbappe, Gvardiol
Sports Mole selects its World Cup 2022 Team of the Tournament, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Josko Gvardiol.
Dec 19, 10:05
Who have been the breakout stars of the 2022 World Cup?
Sports Mole takes a look at five breakout stars who excelled for their country at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Dec 19, 06:00
Lionel Scaloni and nine Argentina players react after winning 2022 World Cup
Lionel Scaloni expresses his pride after leading Argentina to glory at the 2022 World Cup, while nine Argentina players also react after beating France in the final on penalties.
Dec 19, 00:11
Barcelona join race for Borussia Dortmund's Youssoufa Moukoko?
Barcelona reportedly emerge as the latest contenders to sign Borussia Dortmund starlet Youssoufa Moukoko, who is due to become a free agent in the summer.
Dec 18, 23:59
Argentina captain Lionel Messi reacts to World Cup victory
Argentina captain Lionel Messi takes to Instagram to react to his side's victory over France in the final of the 2022 World Cup.
Dec 18, 22:53
Lionel Messi rules out Argentina retirement following World Cup triumph
Argentina captain Lionel Messi rules out the prospect of retiring from international football after leading his team to World Cup glory.
Dec 18, 22:16
Didier Deschamps remains tight-lipped on France future after World Cup final
France manager Didier Deschamps refuses to discuss his future following Les Bleus' World Cup final defeat to Argentina on penalties.
Dec 18, 22:04
Kylian Mbappe breaks record for most World Cup final goals
France forward Kylian Mbappe sets a new record for the most goals scored in World Cup final courtesy of his hat-trick in their defeat to Argentina in Qatar.
Dec 18, 21:53
World Cup leading goalscorers of all time: Messi surpasses Pele, Mbappe joins elite list
Following two goals for Lionel Messi and a hat-trick for Kylian Mbappe in the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole looks at the latest standings in the all-time top-scorer list.
Dec 18, 20:41
Sergio Busquets 'decides to leave Barcelona this summer'
Sergio Busquets is reportedly set to leave Barcelona when his contract expires in the summer after deciding upon a new challenge in the MLS.
Dec 18, 20:17
Match Analysis: Argentina 3-3 France (Argentina win 4-2 on penalties) - highlights, man of the match, stats
Sports Mole provides highlights, man of the match and stats from Argentina's incredible penalty shootout victory over France in the 2022 World Cup final.
Dec 18, 19:30
Lionel Messi wins second Golden Ball, Kylian Mbappe secures Golden Boot
Argentina's Lionel Messi wins the Golden Ball award as France striker Kylian Mbappe scoops the Golden Boot award at the 2022 World Cup.
Dec 18, 19:14
Sir Geoff Hurst congratulates Kylian Mbappe on World Cup final hat-trick
France striker Kylian Mbappe is congratulated by Sir Geoff Hurst after scoring the second World Cup final hat-trick against Argentina.
Dec 18, 18:53
Qatar World Cup sets new record for most goals scored
The 2022 World Cup sets a new goalscoring record as 172 strikes fly in during the Qatar tournament following Sunday's six-goal final between Argentina and France.
Dec 18, 18:33
Argentina beat France on penalties to win World Cup
Argentina survive a miraculous France comeback in one of the great World Cup finals to win 4-2 on penalties after a spectacular 3-3 draw at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
Dec 18, 17:54
Lionel Messi breaks numerous World Cup records with opener in final
Lionel Messi breaks a host of World Cup records, including most goal contributions in history, with the opening goal in the final.
Dec 18, 15:27
Team News: Dayot Upamecano, Adrien Rabiot return to France XI for World Cup final
Dayot Upamecano and Adrien Rabiot both overcome illness to return to the France starting XI for the World Cup 2022 final with Argentina at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
Dec 18, 13:44
Team News: Lionel Messi makes World Cup history with start for Argentina in 2022 final
Lionel Messi will become the all-time record appearance-maker at the World Cup after being named in Argentina's starting lineup for the 2022 final against France.
Dec 18, 13:39
Argentina vs. France: Which records could Lionel Messi break in World Cup final?
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France, Sports Mole dives into which records Lionel Messi could break in the showpiece event.
Dec 17, 23:15
Argentina vs. France: A look at Argentina's record in past World Cup finals
Ahead of Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and France, Sports Mole looks back on Argentina's record from their six previous World Cup finals.
Dec 17, 21:32
Paris Saint-Germain 'lining up fresh proposal for Lionel Messi'
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly preparing a fresh contract offer for Lionel Messi, whose current deal expires at the end of the season.
Dec 17, 19:50
All-time combined XI: Argentina vs. France - Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup final, Sports Mole selects an all-time combined XI from Argentina and France, including the likes of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Zinedine Zidane.
Dec 17, 19:03
Kylian Mbappe out to break World Cup final goalscoring record
France striker Kylian Mbappe sets out to break a World Cup goalscoring record in Sunday's final with Argentina at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.
Dec 17, 17:42
Argentina vs. France: Who will win the 2022 World Cup final?
Ahead of the 2022 World Cup final between Argentina and France, the Sports Mole team discuss who they believe will end up lifting the trophy in Qatar.
Dec 17, 16:10
France bidding to join exclusive club with back-to-back World Cup titles
France will aim to become just the third team to win back-to-back World Cups when they take on Argentina on Sunday.
Dec 17, 15:40
