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Ronaldo: 'Lionel Messi does not need World Cup'
Former Brazil forward Ronaldo insists that Lionel Messi does not need to win the World Cup to be considered one of the best players of all time.Jun 10, 12:57
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Argentina's Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero 'to share hotel room during World Cup'
Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero are reportedly sharing a hotel room in Brazil for the duration of the World Cup.Jun 10, 10:51
Javier Zanetti: 'Lionel Messi will win the World Cup'
Former Argentina great Javier Zanetti tips Lionel Messi to captain his side to World Cup victory in Brazil.Jun 10, 04:11
Sven-Goran Eriksson: 'Lionel Messi has to step up at World Cup'
Former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson believes that Lionel Messi must step up for Argentina at the World Cup.Jun 10, 01:45
Angel di Maria backs Lionel Messi
Real Madrid midfielder Angel di Maria backs Barcelona's Lionel Messi to lead Argentina to World Cup success this summer.Jun 9, 14:55
Angel di Maria: 'We can win World Cup'
Argentina midfielder Angel di Maria believes that his team have the credentials to win the World Cup this summer.Jun 9, 13:23
Lionel Messi looking forward to World Cup
Argentina forward Lionel Messi reveals that he cannot wait for the World Cup to begin.Jun 8, 12:44
Argentina edge past Slovenia in final pre-World Cup friendly
Argentina defeat Slovenia 2-0 in their final friendly fixture ahead of the World Cup.Jun 7, 20:51
Live Commentary: Argentina 2-0 Slovenia - as it happened
Relive our live text commentary of Argentina's World Cup warm-up win against Slovenia.Jun 7, 18:30
Diego Buonanotte: "I want to leave Granada"
Diego Buonanotte reveals that he wants to leave Granada this summer.Jun 7, 12:18
Javier Mascherano backs Lionel Messi to deliver at World Cup
Javier Mascherano insists that Lionel Messi can produce his best form for Argentina at the World Cup.Jun 5, 02:29
Argentina cruise past Trinidad and Tobago ahead of World Cup
Argentina defeat Trinidad and Tobago 3-0 to maintain their recent unbeaten home run heading into the World Cup.Jun 5, 00:22
Alejandro Sabella excited by Argentina forwards
Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella admits that he is thrilled by the attacking options at his disposal for the World Cup.Jun 4, 17:53
Lionel Messi: 'I was asked to play for Spain'
Argentina international Lionel Messi reveals that he was asked to represent Spain during his early Barcelona career.Jun 4, 15:10
Zico: 'Argentina vulnerable at the back'
Zico believes that Argentina will have to be tight defensively if they are to win the World Cup this summer.Jun 4, 14:54
Kenny Sansom tips Argentina for World Cup success
Kenny Sansom believes that Lionel Messi can guide Argentina to success at the World Cup in Brazil.Jun 4, 11:52
Michael Owen: 'Argentina are favourites for World Cup'
Michael Owen believes that Argentina's forwards make them favourites to win the World Cup.Jun 4, 02:39
Ossie Ardiles backs Lionel Messi to thrive at World Cup
Former Argentina World Cup winner Ossie Ardiles backs Barcelona's Lionel Messi to have a successful World Cup this summer.Jun 1, 15:48
Report: Santos Laguna close to signing Diego Buonanotte
A report claims that Santos Laguna are close to signing Granada attacker Diego Buonanotte.Jun 1, 13:37
Report: Barcelona want Gonzalo Higuain
A report claims that Barcelona lining up a surprise summer swoop for Napoli forward Gonzalo Higuain.May 31, 15:51
Ossie Ardiles tips Argentina vs. Brazil World Cup final
Ossie Ardiles believes that both Argentina and Brazil will reach the final of this summer's World Cup.May 31, 14:59
Cristian Rodriguez: 'Luis Suarez is world's best player'
Uruguay winger Cristian Rodriguez says that international teammate Luis Suarez is the "best player in the world".May 31, 13:30
World Cup preview: Group F
Sports Mole continues its World Cup previews with a closer look at Group F, which contains one of the favourites Argentina.May 31, 10:39
Lionel Messi: 'World Cup win is not for personal glory'
Barcelona star Lionel Messi brushes off suggestions that he wants to win a World Cup solely for his own personal standing in football history.May 29, 20:55
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo named most-marketable footballer
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo is named as the most-marketable footballer on the planet.May 28, 12:20
Who will win the World Cup's Golden Boot?
Sports Mole picks out five players that we believe have a chance of winning the World Cup's Golden Boot in Brazil.May 28, 10:44
Alejandro Sabella has no Lionel Messi fears
Argentina boss Alejandro Sabella is "not worried" about the fitness of Barcelona Lionel Messi ahead of the World Cup.May 27, 17:55
Jamie Redknapp: 'Gareth Bale can be the world's best player'
Jamie Redknapp says that Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale could be the world's best footballer in five years' time.May 26, 00:45
Daniele de Rossi: 'Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo are monsters'
Roma midfielder Daniele de Rossi brands Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo as "monsters".May 25, 14:28
Javier Mascherano: 'Lionel Messi doesn't seem down at all'
Javier Macherano insists that Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi has not been affected by criticism directed his way by supporters this season.May 24, 19:15
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Video: Gerard Pique features in Shakira's 2014 World Cup song
Shakira releases her own 2014 World Cup song 'La La La (Brazil 2014)' with the help of her boyfriend Gerard Pique and numerous football stars.May 23, 12:57
Five important tasks for Barcelona boss Luis Enrique
Sports Mole identifies five important tasks that new Barcelona boss Luis Enrique needs to address at the club.May 21, 14:42
Luis Enrique "delighted" to have Lionel Messi on board
New Barcelona boss Luis Enrique reveals his 'delight' at having Lionel Messi at his disposal next season.May 21, 13:11
Lionel Messi: 'Barcelona accomplished nothing this season'
Lionel Messi believes that Barcelona accomplished nothing this season after failing to win a trophy.May 21, 01:26
Luis Suarez hails Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
Liverpool forward Luis Suarez praises Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo.May 20, 16:56
Lionel Messi signs new 'record' Barcelona contract
Four-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi signs an improved contract with Barcelona.May 19, 16:40
Lionel Messi promises Barcelona resurgence
Lionel Messi promises Barcelona supporters that the club will rise again next season.May 19, 14:19
Report: Lionel Messi to pen new deal after World Cup
A report claims that Lionel Messi will not sign his new long-term contract with Barcelona until the completion of the 2014 World Cup.May 19, 13:53
Sports Mole's La Liga team of the season
Sports Mole picks out its 11 star performers in La Liga this season.May 19, 12:34
Lionel Messi jeered by own fans?
A report claims that a section of Barcelona supporters jeered Lionel Messi during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou.May 18, 16:13
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