Pele
European roundup: Messi equals Pele record, Lyon go top of Ligue 1
The Argentina playmaker was on target just before half-time.
Dec 19, 23:53
Ronald Koeman admits Barcelona "not good enough" in Valencia draw
Lionel Messi's landmark 643rd goal for the club was not enough to secure victory over Valencia.
Dec 19, 19:40
Lionel Messi equals Pele record with 643rd Barcelona goal
Lionel Messi scored against Valencia on Saturday to go level with Pele, who netted 643 goals for Santos between 1956 and 1974.
Dec 19, 17:44
Juventus and Ronaldo ease past Messi's Barcelona
Juventus won Group G ahead of their opponents.
Dec 8, 22:30
Football legend Diego Maradona dies from heart attack aged 60
Argentina's 1986 World Cup-winning captain and one of the greatest footballers of all time Diego Maradona dies aged 60 after suffering a heart attack at home.
Nov 25, 16:30
Preview: Brazil vs. Venezuela - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Brazil and Venezuela, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 12, 20:40
Alan Mullery: 'No one could afford Pele in his prime'
The Brazilian turned 80 on Friday.
Oct 23, 13:16
A look at Pele's distinguished career on his 80th birthday
The former striker was born Edson Arantes do Nascimento.
Oct 23, 08:45
How Paris Saint-Germain could line up against Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at how Paris Saint-Germain could line up for Tuesday's Champions League Group H showdown with Manchester United at the Parc des Princes.
Oct 18, 21:13
Sir Jackie Stewart: 'I am not knocking Lewis Hamilton's achievements'
Lewis Hamilton equalled Michael Schumacher's record of 91 Formula One Grand Prix victories at the weekend.
Oct 13, 15:10
Barcelona, Argentina icon Lionel Messi scores 700th goal of career
Barcelona captain Lionel Messi scores the 700th goal of his senior career during his side's La Liga clash with Atletico Madrid.
Jun 30, 22:12
1966 World Cup final: Who were England's World Cup-winning XI?
Ahead of the 1966 World Cup final being replayed in full, Sports Mole looks at who featured for England on their greatest ever day.
Jun 7, 10:18
Alan Mullery remembers legendary Gordon Banks save on 50th anniversary
The midfielder had a close-up view of what is widely regarded as the greatest save of all time.
Jun 7, 07:00
Sir Alex Ferguson's 10 greatest signings as Manchester United boss
Sports Mole picks out Sir Alex Ferguson's 10 greatest signings from his time as Manchester United boss.
May 8, 10:50
Gary Neville claims Cristiano Ronaldo will not retire before breaking Pele record
Gary Neville believes that his former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, now 35, will carry on playing until he surpasses Pele's record goal tally of 1,282.
May 5, 21:28
A full list of Lionel Messi's most impressive records for Barcelona and Argentina
Sports Mole rounds up a conclusive list of records held by Barcelona and Argentina icon Lionel Messi, including world, continental, international and club landmarks.
May 2, 22:50
The 10 greatest sports teams of all time
New Zealand's World Cup winners head the list of memorable squads.
Apr 18, 15:23
Antonio Rudiger picks Lionel Messi above Cristiano Ronaldo as greatest ever
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger picks Barcelona forward Lionel Messi above Juventus's Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest player of all time.
Apr 16, 16:00
Nani names Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest player ever
Nani says that he was "surprised" by the quality of Paul Scholes when he joined Manchester United, and hails Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest player of all time.
Apr 6, 18:42
Rodrygo reveals he received Pele's blessing to join Real Madrid
Real Madrid winger Rodrygo reveals that he got the blessing of Brazil legend Pele before leaving Santos for the Bernabeu.
Apr 5, 22:07
Antonio Cassano: 'Lionel Messi has overtaken Diego Maradona as greatest ever'
Former Real Madrid striker Antonio Cassano claims that Barcelona talisman Lionel Messi has overtaken Diego Maradona as the greatest player of all time.
Apr 4, 10:35
The top 10 strikers of all time
From Pele to Puskas via Ronaldo and Romario.
Apr 1, 16:20
Pele: 'Cristiano Ronaldo is better than Lionel Messi, but I'm the best'
Brazilian legend Pele claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player in the world ahead of Lionel Messi, but insists that he himself remains the greatest of all time.
Mar 29, 22:12
Wales' greatest ever players and moments on anniversary of first match
Billy Meredith, John Charles, Ryan Giggs and Gareth Bale have been among the greats of the Welsh game.
Mar 25, 07:03
Remembering Johan Cruyff: The Dutch maestro who pioneered 'Total Football'
The Dutchman broke through as a teenager and made it to the top of world football.
Mar 24, 06:20
Brazil legend Pele denies rumours of depression
The 79-year-old suffered complications after undergoing hip surgery.
Mar 19, 20:05
How coronavirus could affect Lionel Messi's claim to be the greatest of all time
Sports Mole looks at the impact CONMEBOL's decision to postpone the Copa America until 2021 could have on Lionel Messi's hopes of finally winning an international trophy.
Mar 17, 23:19
Preview: Reading vs. Stoke City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Saturday's Championship game between Reading and Stoke City.
Mar 12, 14:00
Preview: Birmingham City vs. Reading - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Birmingham City and Reading, including team news and predicted lineups.
Mar 5, 17:24
Billy Sharp fires Sheffield United into FA Cup quarter-finals
Billy's breakthrough in extra-time decides Madejski Stadium contest in Premier League team's favour.
Mar 3, 22:56
Leeds defeat Reading to tighten grip on second
Pablo Hernandez scores the only goal.
Feb 22, 17:05
Preview: Leeds United vs. Reading - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Leeds United and Reading, including team news and predicted lineups.
Feb 20, 13:58
Brazil great Pele insists he is "fine" amid concerns over his health
The 79-year-old's son, Edinho, told TV Globo on Monday that his father was "embarrassed" to leave home due to his hip issues.
Feb 14, 14:23
Mallik Wilks rescues late draw for Hull at Reading
Jordan Obita had put the Royals on course for a first victory in six Sky Bet Championship matches.
Feb 8, 17:28
Reading beat Cardiff on penalties after dramatic FA Cup replay
The Royals took the tie into extra time after being 2-0 down.
Feb 4, 22:48
Jamie Paterson fires Bristol City to victory over Reading
Ashley Williams had to clear a goalbound effort from Chris Gunter off the line late on.
Jan 28, 22:21
Eoin Doyle wins third Player of the Month award in a row
Europe's top scorer Eoin Doyle is named League Two Player of the Month for the third successive time.
Jan 10, 06:00
Mino Raiola 'vows never to take another client to Manchester United'
Super-agent Mino Raiola says that he has no intention of advising any of his players to move to Manchester United.
Jan 1, 12:10
Stoke miss chance to move out of relegation zone with dour Reading draw
Nothing to split the sides.
Dec 14, 17:26
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