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On this day: Arsenal's Marc Overmars scores Old Trafford winner
Seventeen years ago today, a winning goal from Arsenal winger Marc Overmars away at Manchester United blew open the Premier League title race.Mar 14, 12:03
Kalusha Bwalya: 'Africa will vote for Sepp Blatter to retain FIFA presidency'
Zambia Football Association president Kalusha Bwalya believes that Africa will vote for current FIFA president Sepp Blatter to retain the role in the upcoming elections.Mar 7, 18:06
Kalusha Bwalya: 'Luis Figo not ready to run for FIFA'
Zambia Football Association president Kalusha Bwalya believes that it is too early for former Real Madrid winger Luis Figo to challenge for the FIFA presidency.Mar 7, 17:57
Luis Figo: 'Grassroots at heart of my manifesto for FIFA presidency'
Luis Figo reveals that improving grassroots football is at the "heart" of his manifesto as he officially launches his campaign for FIFA presidency.Feb 19, 11:18
David Beckham backs Luis Figo's FIFA presidency bid
David Beckham says that football governing body FIFA "will only benefit" from having former World Player of the Year Luis Figo among their ranks.Feb 18, 07:15
Luis Figo defends Cristiano Ronaldo
Former Real Madrid attacker Luis Figo defends under-fire Cristiano Ronaldo, who hosted a birthday party following his side's 4-0 loss at Atletico Madrid on Saturday.Feb 10, 15:34
FIFA electoral committee approves presidential candidates
Sepp Blatter, Michael van Praag, Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein and Luis Figo are confirmed as FIFA's candidates for this year's presidential elections.Feb 9, 22:38
David Ginola hits out at 'FIFA sharks'
David Ginola accuses FIFA's top officials of blocking his path to enter the running to become president of football's world governing body.Feb 4, 08:47
Jerome Champagne withdraws as candidate for FIFA presidency
Jerome Champagne withdraws as a candidate for the FIFA presidency after failing to gain the required five nominations from member associations.Feb 2, 08:07
Luis Figo confirms backing for FIFA presidency
Former Barcelona and Real Madrid star Luis Figo confirms that he has received the required nominations to stand for the FIFA presidency.Jan 30, 13:48
FA formally nominates Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein for FIFA presidency
The FA formally nominates Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein of Jordan for the FIFA presidency.Jan 29, 18:48
Jose Mourinho backs Luis Figo's FIFA presidency bid
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho backs Luis Figo's FIFA presidency bid, describing it as a "great step forward for football".Jan 28, 18:20
Luis Figo to challenge Sepp Blatter for FIFA presidency
Former Portugal international Luis Figo confirms that he will challenge Sepp Blatter for the FIFA presidency in May.Jan 28, 12:34
Luis Enrique: 'Lionel Messi better than Cristiano Ronaldo'
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique believes that Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo "is a step beneath" Lionel Messi.Jan 20, 15:38
Luis Figo: 'I may pursue management'
Inter Milan ambassador Luis Figo claims that he could pursue a career in management.Jan 19, 15:40
Luis Figo: 'Great players are sometimes overlooked'
Former Portuguese star Luis Figo claims that he has "possibly" played with better players than Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi and Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo.Jan 19, 15:13
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Luis Figo follows Blyth Spartans on Twitter
Portuguese legend Luis Figo follows non-league outfit Blyth Spartans on Twitter during their FA Cup third round clash with Birmingham City.Jan 3, 17:40
Luis Figo undecided on Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo debate
Luis Figo admits that he is undecided on the debate about who is the best between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.Oct 11, 13:38
The most surprising transfers in football history
Following Brazilian legend Ronaldinho's move to Mexican side Queretaro, Sports Mole looks at some of the most surprising transfers in football history.Sep 6, 13:34
Luis Figo: 'Cristiano Ronaldo needs World Cup success to be all-time great'
Luis Figo believes that Cristiano Ronaldo needs to achieve success in the World Cup to be considered an all-time great.May 21, 02:00
FIFA World Cup countdown: Top 10 Portuguese footballers of all time
As part of the countdown to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Sports Mole looks at the top 10 players in the history of Portugal.May 18, 11:16
Top five Madrid derbies
Sports Mole picks out five of the best Madrid derbies in recent history.May 2, 10:36
Top five Copa del Rey finals
Ahead of Barcelona vs. Real Madrid this evening, Sports Mole selects five of the most memorable Copa del Rey finals from recent times.Apr 16, 15:43
Luis Figo hails Atletico Madrid
Former Real Madrid and Barcelona midfielder Luis Figo hails Atletico Madrid.Apr 2, 14:17
Luis Figo: 'Real Madrid can still win La Liga'
Former Portugal international Luis Figo believes that that Real Madrid can still win La Liga this season.Apr 2, 13:12
Champions League quarter-final draw: Four talking points
Sports Mole picks out a talking point from each of the four Champions League quarter-final ties following yesterday's draw.Mar 22, 12:36
Englishmen that have played for Real Madrid
Amid reports linking Wayne Rooney with Real Madrid, Sports Mole looks at how other English players have fared in the Spanish capital.Jan 22, 11:51
Manchester City to face Barcelona in Champions League
The last-16 draw of the Champions League pairs Manchester City with Barcelona.Dec 16, 11:15
On this day: Barcelona, Manchester United share six goals
Fifteen years ago today, Barcelona and Manchester United played out a 3-3 draw at Camp Nou.Nov 25, 10:00
Luis Figo: Barcelona "will dominate" El Clasico
Former Barcelona and Real Madrid winger Luis Figo tips Gerardo Martino's side to emerge victorious from Saturday's El Clasico.Oct 24, 19:31
Five players that have crossed the Real Madrid-Barcelona divide
Amid reports that Barcelona want to sign Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas, Sports Mole takes a look at five other players that have made the switch between the Spanish rivals.Aug 21, 11:07
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On this day: Raul says adios to Real Madrid
Sports Mole takes a look back at Real Madrid legend Raul, who left the club for pastures new on this day in 2010.Jul 26, 08:55
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Bryan Robson hails fans at Manchester United charity event
Bryan Robson thanks the 60,000 fans who went to watch Manchester United legends take on Real Madrid legends at Old Trafford yesterday.Jun 3, 19:26
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Luis Figo: Gareth Bale would "fit well" at Real Madrid
Real Madrid legend Luis Figo feels that if Gareth Bale were to move to the club he would "fit in" well.May 30, 18:34
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Luis Figo "hopes" Jose Mourinho stays at Real Madrid
Luis Figo says that everyone involved with Real Madrid hopes that Jose Mourinho stays as coach next season.Apr 18, 20:26
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Zinedine Zidane 'lined up for charity match against Manchester United'
Zinedine Zidane will reportedly face Manchester United legends in a charity match in June.Apr 3, 11:57
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Luis Figo: Wesley Sneijder situation "difficult"
Luis Figo says that Wesley Snijder's contract dispute with Inter Milan is a "difficult situation".Dec 20, 16:56
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Luis Figo: 'Teammates let down Cristiano Ronaldo'
Luis Figo accuses the Portuguese side of failing to get the best out of Cristiano Ronaldo last night.Jun 10, 13:22
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Luis Figo ordererd to pay £2m tax bill
The Spanish government orders former Real Madrid and Barcelona winger Luis Figo to pay a £2m income tax bill.Mar 21, 18:29
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