Lionel Messi
Athletic Bilbao vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's La Liga clash between Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Mar 1, 11:24
Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo banned for response to Lionel Messi chants
Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo is handed a one-match ban by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) for his response to chants about Lionel Messi.
Feb 29, 23:21
Sheffield United 'insert sell-on clause in Nicksoen Gomis deal'
Sheffield United are reportedly ready to receive a compensation fee following Nicksoen Gomis's move to Toronto, with the Blades including a sell-on clause in the deal.
Feb 29, 16:10
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Orlando City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Orlando City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 29, 04:53
Preview: Al-Nassr vs. Al Hazem - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Saudi Pro League clash between Al-Nassr and Al Hazem, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 27, 13:44
Preview: Los Angeles Galaxy vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Major League Soccer clash between Los Angeles Galaxy and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 23, 01:08
Robert Lewandowski breaks Lionel Messi record in Barcelona draw with Napoli
Robert Lewandowski becomes Barcelona's oldest goalscorer in a Champions League knockout match with his strike against Napoli, surpassing Lionel Messi's previous record.
Feb 22, 16:20
A closer look at Arsenal's previous Champions League last-16 failures
Ahead of Arsenal's Champions League last-16 first leg with Porto, Sports Mole looks at the Gunners' recent failures to progress past this stage of Europe's top tournament.
Feb 21, 12:15
Napoli vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between Napoli and Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Feb 19, 18:35
Cristiano Ronaldo overtakes Lionel Messi goalscoring record
Cristiano Ronaldo surpasses Lionel Messi to break a goalscoring record after netting in Al-Nassr's 2-1 win against Al Fateh in the Saudi Pro League.
Feb 19, 16:27
Luis Suarez reveals how he stopped Arsenal from signing Karim Benzema
Former Liverpool striker Luis Suarez claims that he played a role in preventing Karim Benzema from swapping Real Madrid for Arsenal in 2014.
Feb 19, 15:39
Preview: Inter Miami vs. Real Salt Lake - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Major League Soccer clash between Inter Miami and Real Salt Lake, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 19, 03:28
Five players Paris Saint-Germain could sign to replace Kylian Mbappe
Sports Mole picks out five players Paris Saint-Germain could realistically target to replace Kylian Mbappe ahead of his imminent summer departure.
Feb 16, 20:35
Paris Saint-Germain 'plotting summer move for Gavi'
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly contemplating whether to make a big-money approach for Barcelona midfielder Gavi.
Feb 16, 09:19
Kylian Mbappe 'tells Paris Saint-Germain he will leave this summer'
Kylian Mbappe reportedly informs Paris Saint-Germain that he will be leaving the club this summer, bringing an end to the long-running saga over his future.
Feb 15, 17:08
Preview: Al-Hilal vs. Al-Nassr - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's friendly clash between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 6, 17:03
Preview: Hong Kong vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's friendly clash between Hong Kong and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 2, 16:41
Preview: Al-Nassr vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's friendly clash between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 30, 16:13
Xavi announces he will leave Barcelona at end of season
Barcelona manager Xavi announces that he will leave the La Liga champions at the end of the season following their 5-3 loss to Villarreal.
Jan 27, 21:09
Preview: Al-Hilal vs. Inter Miami - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's friendly clash between Al-Hilal and Inter Miami, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 27, 11:08
Alessia Russo: 'England dominance of FIFPro XI is special'
England and Arsenal forward Alessio Russo believes that being named in the FIFPro XI alongside so many international teammates makes the award even more "special".
Jan 15, 23:53
Lionel Messi wins The Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year 2023
Lionel Messi is named The Best FIFA Men's Player of the Year for 2023, beating Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe to the top prize.
Jan 15, 20:53
Jude Bellingham, Lionel Messi included as Man City dominate FIFPro World XI
Jude Bellingham and Lionel Messi make the cut in a FIFPro World XI dominated by Manchester City, who have six players included.
Jan 15, 19:47
Chelsea 'still hopeful of beating Barcelona to Estevao Willian'
Chelsea reportedly remain hopeful of beating Barcelona to 16-year-old Palmeiras sensation Estevao Willian, whose contract includes a £52m release clause.
Jan 13, 16:03
Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's Supercopa de Espana clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Jan 13, 13:51
Transfer rumours: Marcus Edwards to West Ham, Kevin Danso to Bayern Munich, Philippe Coutinho to Inter Miami
Sports Mole rounds up some of the latest January transfer rumours, including Marcus Edwards to West Ham United, Kevin Danso to Bayern Munich and Philippe Coutinho to Inter Miami.
Jan 11, 10:39
Barcelona 'given green light to sign Palmeiras' Estevao Willian'
Barcelona are reportedly given the go-ahead to make their move for Palmeiras winger Estevao Willian despite their ongoing financial difficulties.
Jan 7, 23:58
Argentina to retire Lionel Messi's number 10 shirt when he stops playing
Argentina are drawing up plans to retire Lionel Messi's number 10 shirt when the World Cup winner decides to call time on his international career.
Dec 31, 21:28
Atletico Madrid 'make contact with Manchester United over Mason Greenwood bid'
Atletico Madrid reportedly make contact with Manchester United to discuss a possible move for Getafe loanee Mason Greenwood in 2024.
Dec 31, 13:56
Top 100 sporting moments of 2023: 60-51
Sports Mole counts down the 100 greatest sporting moments of 2023, continuing with numbers 60 to 51.
Dec 31, 07:20
Top 100 sporting moments of 2023: 80-71
Sports Mole counts down the 100 greatest sporting moments of 2023, continuing with numbers 80 to 71.
Dec 31, 07:10
Top 100 sporting moments of 2023: 90-81
Sports Mole counts down the 100 greatest sporting moments of 2023, continuing with numbers 90 to 81.
Dec 31, 07:05
Barcelona 'willing to offer Mason Greenwood Lionel Messi's number 10 shirt'
Barcelona are willing to offer Manchester United's Mason Greenwood the club's famous number 10 shirt as part of a £40m move to Camp Nou, according to a report.
Dec 30, 13:57
Manchester City 'agree £21.7m deal to sign River Plate star Claudio Echeverri'
Manchester City reach an agreement with River Plate to sign 17-year-old attacking midfielder Claudio Echeverri for €25m (£21.7m), according to a report.
Dec 28, 11:14
Real Madrid plotting surprise January move for Mauro Icardi?
Galatasaray striker Mauro Icardi is reportedly attracting the attention of Real Madrid ahead of the January transfer window.
Dec 21, 00:01
Xavi insists that he has backing of Barcelona amid exit talk
Barcelona head coach Xavi says that he has the backing of the club amid rumours that he could be sacked in the near future.
Dec 15, 14:31
Saudi Pro League 'don't expect January deal for Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah'
Michael Emenalo, the director of football of the Saudi Pro League, says that he expects Mohamed Salah to remain at Liverpool for at least the rest of the season.
Dec 15, 09:55
Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe named as finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player award
Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe are announced as the three finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player Award 2023.
Dec 14, 18:15
Chelsea 'ahead of Premier League rivals to sign forward Estevao Willian'
Chelsea are reportedly leading the race against Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United to secure the signing of Palmeiras teenager Estevao Willian next year.
Dec 13, 20:04
