Africa Cup of Nations 2025 - Victor Osimhen, Achraf Hakimi, Mohamed Salah
AFCON 2025 group preview: Morocco bid to end 50-year wait on home soil as Ivory Coast defend trophy
Sports Mole previews the major narratives of AFCON 2025, from Morocco's immense burden and Mohamed Salah’s quest for a final legacy-defining trophy to Ivory Coast’s battle against the champions' curse.
Dec 20, 23:06
Tottenham Hotspur's Xavi Simons remonstrates with referee John Brooks on December 20, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur 1-2 Liverpool: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Xavi Simons, Cristian Romero sent off
Liverpool win 2-1 against Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but the match is marred by red cards received by Xavi Simons and Cristian Romero.
Dec 20, 19:47
Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool during his side's match against Inter Milan, on December 9, 2025
Spurs vs. Liverpool team news confirmed as Dominik Szoboszlai starts, Thomas Frank makes one change
Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool confirm their starting lineups for Saturday's Premier League clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Dec 20, 16:19
The Africa Cup of Nations trophy pictured on February 11, 2024
AFCON 2025 preview: Group analysis, star players and tournament predictions
Sports Mole previews the road to continental glory with a detailed group-by-group look at the 24 teams competing in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Dec 20, 04:16
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates with Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones on January 21, 2025
Mohamed Salah vs. Liverpool: Curtis Jones comments on team dynamics after forward's explosive rant
Curtis Jones reveals that Mohamed Salah did something heartfelt to Liverpool teammates prior to AFCON 2025.
Dec 20, 01:42
Collage of AFCON wonderkids
AFCON 2025 wonderkids: Seven rising stars to watch, including 'next Kylian Mbappe' and Morocco’s teen titan
Sports Mole explored seven wonderkids to look out for at this year's Africa Cup of Nations, including the next Kylian Mbappe
Dec 19, 19:06
Arne Slot of Liverpool and Thomas Frank, then of Brentford, on January 18, 2025
Team News: Tottenham vs. Liverpool injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
Dec 19, 17:30
Dominik Szoboszlai/Joe Gomez/Jeremie Frimpong composite
Liverpool double boost confirmed for Tottenham clash as Arne Slot gives quadruple injury update
Liverpool are confirmed to be receiving a double selection boost for Saturday's tantalising Premier League battle with Tottenham Hotspur in North London, as Arne Slot delivers a quadruple injury update.
Dec 19, 11:45
Mohamed Salah of Egypt during his side's match against Cape Verde, on September 6, 2024
Top 10 African players: Where do Mohamed Salah and Samuel Eto'o rank?
Sports Mole weighs up international heroics and domestic dominance to identify the 10 legendary figures who have shaped the African game.
Dec 19, 04:12
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah looks dejected on October 25, 2025
Liverpool transfer news: Mo Salah update amid Arne Slot feud as 'lurking' clubs wait to learn more in January window
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah has been subject of interest from numerous teams following his fallout with Arne Slot, and the latest report provides an update on his future.
Dec 19, 01:31
AFCON Future Transfers Feature
AFCON 2025: Five stars who could play their way into a major 2026 transfer, including Mohamed Salah
Sports Mole highlights five players, including Mohamed Salah, using AFCON 2025 to spark 2026 transfer moves across Europe and beyond.
Dec 18, 23:53
Mohamed Salah/Jamie Carragher composite
Carragher vs. Salah: Tensions rise as ex-Liverpool defender "wants war" amid benching controversy
Ex-Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher reaffirms his support for Arne Slot, dismissing the notion that Mohamed Salah's benching was a power move.
Dec 18, 20:07
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring on December 4, 2024
Spurs vs. Liverpool: Kane or Suarez? Alonso or Modric? Bale, Mane or Son? Who makes our combined XI from the Premier League era?
Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.
Dec 18, 13:44
Leeds United manager Daniel Farke looks frustrated after a Premier League defeat
Liverpool transfer news: Leeds United to poach 15-year-old attacker from Reds?
Leeds United are reportedly preparing to welcome Kai Morrall to their youth system, with the 15-year-old announcing his departure from Liverpool.
Dec 18, 13:39
Virgil van Dijk of Liverpool during his side's match against Tottenham Hotspur, on December 20, 2025
Spurs vs. Liverpool: Head-to-head record and past meetings before Premier League clash
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur.
Dec 18, 13:25
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during his side's game against Brighton & Hove Albion, on December 13, 2025
Liverpool lineup vs. Spurs: Predicted XI for Premier League clash as Mohamed Salah, Dominik Szoboszlai both miss out
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Liverpool could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
Dec 18, 10:23
Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank pictured on December 14, 2025
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 18, 10:06
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai pictured on December 8, 2025
Liverpool injury, suspension list and return dates vs. Tottenham Hotspur: Dominik Szoboslai, Jeremie Frimpong latest
Sports Mole rounds up Liverpool's latest injury and suspension news before they face Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League on Saturday.
Dec 18, 01:00
Arne Slot of Liverpool and Thomas Frank, then of Brentford, on January 18, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for Premier League clash
Sports Mole details everything you need to know about how to watch Tottenham Hotspur play Liverpool on Saturday in the Premier League at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Dec 17, 23:07
Liverpool face a January transfer decision with Mohamed Salah following Arne Slot's brave decision
Latest on Mo Salah future as Liverpool face January transfer decision after "brave" Arne Slot move
Amid speculation regarding the future of Mohamed Salah, Liverpool are facing a January transfer decision following Arne Slot's "brave" decision with the winger.
Dec 17, 20:00
Yan Valery pictured on 29 November 2025
AFCON 2025: Five surprise players you’ve never heard of, including ex-Arsenal gem and non-league hero
Sports Moles take a look at five lesser-known players currently in England that will catch the eye at AFCON 2025
Dec 17, 19:57
The Africa Cup of Nations trophy pictured on February 11, 2024
AFCON 2025: Who are the favourites?
A few days from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kick-off (21st December-18th January) in Morocco, the continent is holding its breath. As always, the competition promises to be wide open, with several credible contenders.
Dec 17, 12:00
AFCON Biggest Stars - Victor Osimhen, Mohamed Salah, Bryan Mbeumo
10 of the biggest stars to watch at AFCON 2025
Sports Mole highlights the 10 most prominent stars set to define the unique winter edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Dec 16, 23:59
Mohamed Salah is no longer the most important player at Liverpool
"He's the main man" - A surprise Liverpool star is now way more important than Mo Salah at Anfield for Arne Slot
Liverpool beat Brighton & Hove Albion 2-0 on Saturday, and while Mohamed Salah has been the club's main man for years, a surprise new star has taken over from the winger.
Dec 16, 23:24
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during his side's match against Brighton & Hove Albion, on December 13, 2025
Which Premier League club will be affected the most by AFCON absentees – best to worst
Sports Mole ranks the Premier League clubs most affected by AFCON 2025 absentees, detailing which players will be missing and how it could impact their winter campaign.
Dec 16, 03:36
Liverpool may have to look for replacements for Mohamed Salah, though there are concerns about Antoine Semenyo
Liverpool transfer news: Two Mohamed Salah replacements assessed as "questions around Antoine Semenyo" persist
Liverpool may lose Mohamed Salah in the January transfer window, but they would look to sign a replacement, though there are concerns regarding Antoine Semenyo.
Dec 15, 14:47
Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembele poses with the Ballon d'Or trophy on September 22, 2025
The 10 best footballers in the world: Dembele, Yamal, Haaland ranked
Sports Mole looks at the 10 best players in world football right now, and what they have done to deserve a place in the list.
Dec 15, 13:35
Best Forwards In World Ranked
Best forwards in the world: Mohamed Salah, Cole Palmer, Kylian Mbappe ranked
Who are the best forwards in the world? Sports Mole counts down the top 10 attacker in football, including the likes of Mohamed Salah, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe.
Dec 15, 13:09
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrates scoring his late match-winning penalty with Virgil van Dijk on September 14, 2025
Liverpool transfer news: Virgil van Dijk on Mohamed Salah future as "other parties" involved with "leader" ahead of January
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk delivers his verdict on Mohamed Salah's future, but he hints at the involvement of parties beyond the players themselves.
Dec 14, 18:20
Emile Heskey/Arne Slot composite
Liverpool news: Emile Heskey makes intriguing cup prediction as Mohamed Salah/Arne Slot theory shared
Former Liverpool striker Emile Heskey backs Arne Slot's men to take home a trophy in the current campaign, in an exclusive interview with Sports Mole.
Dec 14, 17:59
Arne Slot/Mohamed Salah composite
Liverpool could benefit from Mohamed Salah AFCON absence as Arne Slot weighs up three replacements
Liverpool could potentially benefit from Mohamed Salah's absence during the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations, a former Reds top scorer exclusively tells Sports Mole.
Dec 14, 14:35
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool after his side's match against Brighton & Hove Albion, on December 13, 2025
Liverpool transfer news: Mohamed Salah latest as Ibrahima Konate gives “love” verdict amid exit talk rumours
Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate addresses Mohamed Salah's future at the club, and gives his view on whether the Egyptian will stay beyond January.
Dec 14, 00:25
Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool during his side's match against Brighton & Hove Albion, on December 13, 2025
Liverpool injury news: Dominik Szoboszlai "ankle" update as club hope for Joe Gomez "surprise" after Brighton & Hove Albion
Liverpool boss Arne Slot provides an update on the injuries to Dominik Szoboszlai and Joe Gomez, who both came off against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.
Dec 13, 23:38
Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during his side's game against Brighton & Hove Albion, on December 13, 2025
Liverpool 2-0 Brighton & Hove Albion: Mohamed Salah update as Arne Slot gives "answer" to "all questions" on AFCON plans
Arne Slot answers whether he expects Liverpool's 2-0 win against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday to be Mohamed Salah's last game for the club.
Dec 13, 18:42
Mohamed Salah/David Lynch composite
Mohamed Salah must avoid Liverpool transfer "travesty" in January as Arne Slot sent telling top-four message
Liverpool expert David Lynch exclusively delivers his verdict on the Reds' 2-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion, where Mohamed Salah broke a Premier League record.
Dec 13, 17:28
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah pictured on December 13, 2025
Liverpool 2-0 Brighton: Highlights, man of the match, stats as record-breaking Mohamed Salah returns in style
Mohamed Salah marks his return to the Liverpool team in style as the Reds ease to a 2-0 Premier League win over Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium.
Dec 13, 16:59
Mohamed Salah/Wayne Rooney composite
Mohamed Salah breaks Wayne Rooney Premier League record with momentous Liverpool assist vs. Brighton
Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah breaks an all-time Premier League record with a momentous assist against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday afternoon.
Dec 13, 16:44
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah pictured on December 13, 2025
Mohamed Salah makes premature Liverpool return as Arne Slot suffers familiar injury blow against Brighton
Mohamed Salah is the beneficiary of a new Liverpool injury blow as the 33-year-old is substituted on in the first half of Saturday's Premier League showdown with Brighton & Hove Albion.
Dec 13, 15:54
Liverpool's Hugo Ekitike and Alexis Mac Allister celebrate on December 13, 2025
Liverpool vs. Brighton: Hugo Ekitike emulates Reds flop with fastest Premier League goal of season
Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike emulates a Reds flop as the France international scores the earliest goal of the Premier League season against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Dec 13, 15:33
Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo on September 27, 2025
Tottenham Hotspur prepare to 'shatter' wage structure for £65m attacker
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly prepare to shatter wage structure to sign Antoine Semenyo who is also being targeted by Manchester City and Liverpool.
Dec 13, 14:02
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