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Bastian Schweinsteiger: 'Javier Mascherano the leader of pack of wolves'
Bastian Schweinsteiger says that Germany must be on top form in tomorrow's World Cup final against Argentina, who he compares to a "pack of wolves".Jul 12, 21:07
Joachim Low: 'Germany fear no-one'
Germany manager Joachim Low claims that his side have no fear ahead of tomorrow's World Cup final, having put years of preparation in to reaching this stage.Jul 12, 20:32
David Beckham backs Lionel Messi to lead Argentina to World Cup glory
David Beckham backs Lionel Messi to lead Argentina to World Cup glory against Germany on Sunday night.Jul 12, 16:29
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Argentine fans Google search for Javier Mascherano
Argentine fans search for Javier Mascherano on Google more than they have Lionel Messi this World Cup.Jul 12, 13:18
Diego Simeone hails Javier Mascherano influence
Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone praises Javier Mascherano for the leadership qualities that he has shown so far at the World Cup.Jul 12, 12:27
Maxi Rodriguez: 'We must help Lionel Messi'
Argentina midfielder Maxi Rodriguez believes that there should be less pressure put on Lionel Messi for Sunday's World Cup final against Germany.Jul 12, 11:05
Gary Lineker "disappointed" with Lionel Messi World Cup displays
Gary Lineker admits that he has been "disappointed" with the impact of Lionel Messi during the 2014 FIFA World Cup.Jul 12, 07:40
Glenn Hoddle: 'Lionel Messi will deliver World Cup for Argentina'
Glenn Hoddle believes that it is "written in the stars" for Lionel Messi to lead Argentina to World Cup glory.Jul 12, 02:39
Horst Eckel: 'Germany must not lose Lionel Messi'
World Cup winner Horst Eckel believes that keeping a close eye on Lionel Messi could be the biggest challenge for Germany at the Maracana.Jul 11, 20:07
Jose Mourinho: 'Lionel Messi is not the greatest player ever'
Jose Mourinho reveals that he does not believe Lionel Messi is the greatest player of all time ahead of the World Cup final.Jul 11, 19:53
Four Germans named on Golden Ball shortlist
FIFA includes four German players in the shortlist for the World Cup's Golden Ball award.Jul 11, 18:39
Thomas Muller: 'Lionel Messi never beats me'
Thomas Muller says that Germany have a good-luck omen going for them ahead of Sunday's World Cup final with Argentina. Jul 11, 17:35
Germany boast "special plan" to stop Lionel Messi
Germany assistant coach Hansi Flick says that a "special plan" awaits Argentina's Lionel Messi in Sunday's World Cup final.Jul 11, 16:16
Franz Beckenbauer warns of Lionel Messi "genius"
Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer urges his compatriots to remember that "one stroke of genius" from Lionel Messi could hand Argentina World Cup glory on Sunday.Jul 11, 15:46
Preview:World Cup final: Germany vs. Argentina
Sports Mole previews the biggest game in football as Argentina and Germany prepare to meet at Rio de Janeiro's Maracana Stadium in the World Cup final on Sunday.Jul 11, 13:59
Alejandro Faurlin to get Lionel Messi tattoo if Argentina win World Cup
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Alejandro Faurlin promises to get a tattoo of Lionel Messi should he be crowned world champion with Argentina on Sunday.Jul 11, 12:09
Neymar: 'Lionel Messi deserves World Cup win'
Neymar says that he would be pleased if his Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi won the World Cup with Argentina.Jul 10, 23:42
Lionel Messi dedicates Argentina win to journalist
Argentina star Lionel Messi dedicates the World Cup semi-final win over the Netherlands to a journalist who was killed hours before kickoff.Jul 10, 17:01
Avram Grant: 'Lazar Markovic one of the best young players in world'
Avram Grant claims that Lazar Markovic is one of the best young players he has seen ahead of the Serbian's proposed move to Liverpool/Jul 10, 03:27
Match Analysis: Netherlands 0-0 Argentina (Arg win 4-2 on pens)
Sports Mole dissects the action as Argentina beat Netherlands 4-2 on penalties in the semi-final of the World Cup.Jul 9, 23:42
Argentina claim shootout victory against the Netherlands
Argentina beat the Netherlands 4-2 in a penalty shootout to book a World Cup final meeting against Germany.Jul 9, 22:48
Half-Time Report: Defences on top in Sao Paulo stalemate between Argentina and Netherlands
Argentina and Netherlands are goalless at half time in their World Cup semi-final, with neither Arjen Robben nor Lionel Messi yet having a major influence on the game.Jul 9, 20:50
Gonzalo Higuain happy at Napoli despite Barcelona interest
Gonzalo Higuain insists he is happy to stay at Napoli despite the interest shown from La Liga giants Barcelona.Jul 9, 18:22
Argentine journalist dies in Brazil
Argentine journalist Jorge Lopez, known to be a friend of Lionel Messi, dies in a car crash in Brazil.Jul 9, 15:51
Raul: Netherlands a "Himalayan task" for Lionel Messi
Raul expects Lionel Messi to find it difficult to get the better of the Netherlands in the semi-final of the World Cup.Jul 9, 13:29
Louis van Gaal not focusing on Lionel Messi
Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal insists that his players will not be focusing all of their attention on Argentina talisman Lionel Messi in their World Cup semi-final.Jul 9, 11:35
Alejandro Sabella: 'Argentina must cope without Angel di Maria'
Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella urges his team to cope without Angel di Maria against the Netherlands in the World Cup semi-finals.Jul 9, 11:11
Ezequiel Lavezzi prepared to offer help to Lionel Messi
Ezequiel Lavezzi insists that Argentina are ready to get the best out of Lionel Messi against the Netherlands.Jul 8, 21:10
Louis van Gaal: 'Lionel Messi under pressure to deliver'
Louis van Gaal believes that Lionel Messi has struggled to deliver on the biggest stage ahead of Wednesday's World Cup semi-final.Jul 8, 20:25
Arjen Robben: 'There is more to Argentina than Lionel Messi'
Arjen Robben insists that the Netherlands must be prepared for more than just Lionel Messi against Argentina on Wednesday night.Jul 8, 20:14
Javier Mascherano: 'Lionel Messi needs our help'
Javier Mascherano challenges Argentina to offer more help to Lionel Messi ahead of the World Cup semi-final against the Netherlands.Jul 8, 19:49
Stefan de Vrij relishing prospect of facing Lionel Messi
Stefan de Vrij insists that he is not afraid of facing Lionel Messi ahead of the World Cup semi-final between the Netherlands and Argentina.Jul 8, 19:11
Kitten named after Lionel Messi seeking new home
A homeless kitten named after footballer Lionel Messi is living up to his name by showing a surprising interest in the World Cup.Jul 8, 17:15
Guus Hiddink: 'Netherlands should be confident of beating Argentina'
Guus Hiddink insists that the Netherlands can be confident of beating Argentina to reach the World Cup final.Jul 8, 04:41
Bruno Martins Indi: 'Netherlands must stop Lionel Messi'
Bruno Martins Indi believes that stopping Lionel Messi will be the big test for the Netherlands when they meet Argentina on Wednesday.Jul 8, 01:59
Video: Will Netherlands knock out Lionel Messi and Argentina in the semi-finals?
The Sports Mole Sofa dissect the second World Cup semi-final between Argentina and Netherlands before picking their winner.Jul 7, 16:47
Lionel Messi: 'Argentina want more'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi insists that Argentina "want more" after reaching the World Cup semi-finals.Jul 6, 17:14
Patrick Kluivert expecting "very hard" semi-final game
Patrick Kluivert admits that it will be "very hard" for his side to overcome Argentina in the semi-final of the World Cup.Jul 6, 15:59
Alejandro Sabella hails Lionel Messi performance
Argentina boss Alejandro Sabella believes that Lionel Messi produced a fantastic display in his side's quarter-final win over Belgium at the World Cup.Jul 5, 20:35
Player Ratings: Argentina 1-0 Belgium
Sports Mole assesses who impressed during Argentina's 1-0 win over Belgium at the World Cup finals.Jul 5, 19:45
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