Benfica midfielder Florentino Luis pictured in July 2019
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Sports Mole previews Benfica's meeting with Zenit Saint Petersburg in the Champions League, including a prediction, team news and predicted lineups.
Dec 8, 11:09
Valencia's Rodrigo Moreno celebrates scoring their first goal on September 17, 2019
Preview:Valencia vs. Lille - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Valencia and Lille, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 3, 16:18
Valencia's Rodrigo Moreno celebrates scoring their first goal on September 17, 2019
Preview:Lille vs. Valencia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Champions League clash between Lille and Valencia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 21, 22:07
Swansea City's Renato Sanches on April 28, 2018
Renato Sanches keen to leave Bayern Munich
Midfielder Renato Sanches reveals that he wants to leave Bayern Munich before the end of the summer transfer window.
Aug 18, 11:42
Niko Kovac in charge of Bayern Munich on February 19, 2019
Preview:Bayern Munich vs. Hertha Berlin - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Friday's Bundesliga opener between Bayern Munich and Hertha Berlin.
Aug 14, 10:40
Real Madrid's Eden Hazard in action with Bayern Munich's Corentin Tolisso in the International Champions Cup on July 20, 2019
Eden Hazard debuts as Real Madrid lose to Bayern Munich in Houston
Real Madrid begin their preparations for the 2019-20 campaign with a 3-1 loss to German champions Bayern Munich in Houston.
Jul 21, 01:58
Bayern Munich's Rafinha, Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery lift the trophy as they celebrate winning the Bundesliga title on May 18, 2019
Departing Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben help Bayern clinch Bundesliga title
The veteran wingers will leave the Allianz Arena this summer after long careers in Bavaria.
May 18, 16:06
Liverpool defender Joel Matip sticks the ball into his own net in the Champions League tie with Bayern Munich on March 13, 2019
Player Ratings: Robert Lewandowski shackled as Bayern Munich crash out
Sports Mole rates the Bayern Munich players' performances following their 3-1 loss to Liverpool at the Allianz Arena.
Mar 13, 23:21
David Alaba in action for Bayern Munich in pre-season on August 7, 2018
How Bayern Munich could line up against Wolfsburg
Sports Mole looks at how an out-of-form Bayern Munich could line up in Saturday's Bundesliga clash with Wolfsburg.
Oct 18, 12:00
Niko Kovac prowls the touchline during Bayern Munich's pre-season friendly against Paris Saint-Germain
Niko Kovac warns Bayern Munich against underestimating Schalke
The Royal Blues finished as Bundesliga runners-up to Bayern last season.
Sep 21, 18:35
Portugal's Mario Rui in action with Italy's Domenico Berardi during the UEFA Nations League clash on September 10, 2018
Andre Silva strike sees Portugal past Italy in Lisbon
Andre Silva's strike early in the second half proves the difference as Portugal beat Italy 1-0 at the Estadio da Luz in their UEFA Nations League clash.
Sep 10, 20:39
Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo during the match against Uruguay on June 30, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo absent from Portugal squad following Juventus switch
Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo is rested by Portugal for their friendly against Croatia and UEFA Nations League opener against Italy in September.
Aug 31, 20:14
Swansea City's Renato Sanches on April 28, 2018
Fenerbahce want Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches on loan?
Fenerbahce reportedly want Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches on loan before the transfer window closes on Friday.
Aug 27, 13:30
Swansea City's Renato Sanches on April 28, 2018
Report: Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches on Fenerbahce radar
Bayern Munich and Portugal midfielder Renato Sanches is believed to be a loan target for Turkish giants Fenerbahce.
Aug 25, 12:44
Thiago Alcantara in action for Bayern Munich in the Champions League on March 14, 2018
Manchester United, Chelsea 'enquire about Thiago Alcantara'
Manchester United and Chelsea reportedly enquire about the possibility of signing Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara, who has also been linked with Barcelona.
Jul 24, 21:52
Swansea City's Renato Sanches on April 28, 2018
Niko Kovac optimistic of Renato Sanches impact at Bayern Munich
Niko Kovac hopes that Bayern Munich youngster Renato Sanches can find his form of old after returning from a disastrous loan spell with Swansea City.
Jul 22, 15:59
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Bayern Munich fight back to see off Paris Saint-Germain
Bayern Munich overturn a half-time deficit to record a 3-1 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the International Champions Cup.
Jul 21, 16:01
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches 'bound for Benfica'
Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches allegedly gears up for a loan return to former club Benfica.
May 29, 21:03
Davy Klaassen in action for Everton during a 2017-18 Europa League match
Video: Sports Mole Reader Awards - Worst Signing of the Season
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May 20, 10:30
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Portugal midfielder Renato Sanches left out of provisional World Cup squad
Bayern Munich midfielder and Swansea City loanee Renato Sanches misses out on a place in Portugal's 35-player preliminary World Cup squad.
May 15, 20:38
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches a possible target for Wolves?
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly considering an approach for Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches, who has just spent the season on loan at Swansea City.
May 14, 16:30
Carlos Carvalhal arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Team News: Federico Fernandez, Kyle Bartley sidelined as Swansea City host Chelsea
Defenders Federico Fernandez and Kyle Bartley are sidelined for Swansea City's Premier League home clash against Chelsea.
Apr 28, 15:36
Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Crystal Palace on March 10, 2018
Preview:Swansea City vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Premier League action as relegation-threatened Swansea City welcome the visit of Chelsea to the Liberty Stadium.
Apr 26, 16:36
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Renato Sanches returns to Swansea City
Swansea City announce that loanee Renato Sanches is back at Fairwood from parent club Bayern Munich as he continues to recover from a serious hamstring injury.
Apr 17, 18:31
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Renato Sanches comeback from hamstring injury further delayed
Swansea City manager Carlos Carvalhal reveals that Renato Sanches will not be in contention to make a return from his hamstring injury layoff for at least another week.
Apr 12, 14:54
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Renato Sanches still in Carlos Carvalhal's Swansea City plans
Swansea City boss Carlos Carvalhal suggests that he intends to use Renato Sanches again before the end of the term, having been without the attacker for over two months.
Mar 30, 11:38
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Carlos Carvalhal predicts March return for Renato Sanches
Carlos Carvalhal tips on-loan winger Renato Sanches, currently nursing a knee injury, to be back playing for Swansea City at some point next month.
Feb 16, 11:21
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Swansea City midfielder Renato Sanches out until March
Swansea City boss Carlos Carvalhal reveals that midfielder Renato Sanches faces another month on the sidelines through injury.
Feb 5, 19:27
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Paul Clement: 'Renato Sanches damaged after moving to Swansea City'
Former Swansea City manager Paul Clement describes Bayern Munich loanee Renato Sanches as "damaged" after joining the club for the season.
Feb 4, 11:59
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Swansea City's Renato Sanches to miss clash against Leicester City
Swansea City midfielder Renato Sanches will not play against Leicester City this weekend due to injury.
Feb 1, 19:29
Rafael Benitez gives instructions during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Team News: Ki Sung-yeung back in for Swansea City against Newcastle United
Ki Sung-yeung returns from injury as Swansea City visit Newcastle United this afternoon.
Jan 13, 14:05
Fernando Llorente celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Tottenham Hotspur on January 2, 2018
Tottenham Hotspur edge past Swansea City in wet Wales
Fernando Llorente scores his first Premier League goal for Tottenham Hotspur to help inflict a 2-0 defeat on his former club Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium.
Jan 2, 21:38
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Team News: Renato Sanches starts for Swansea City at Watford
Renato Sanches is in the Swansea City starting XI for Saturday's Premier League game at Watford.
Dec 30, 14:02
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Carlos Carvalhal: 'Renato Sanches to be given Swansea City team role'
Swansea City manager Carlos Carvalhal vows to give youngster Renato Sanches a more prominent role in his team following the midfielder's move to the club.
Dec 29, 13:03
Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates getting on the scoresheet during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Liverpool put five past Swansea City
Liverpool regain fourth position in the Premier League table courtesy of a 5-0 win over Swansea City at Anfield in Tuesday's late kickoff.
Dec 26, 19:24
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Paul Clement challenges Renato Sanches to improve
Swansea City boss Paul Clement challenges Renato Sanches to "start playing up to his potential" as the on-loan Bayern Munich midfielder continues to struggle.
Dec 15, 13:56
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Swansea City to end loan of Bayern Munich midfielder Renato Sanches in January?
Swansea City and Bayern Munich are reportedly in talks over ending the loan deal involving midfielder Renato Sanches in January.
Dec 15, 12:15
Jack Butland in action during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Stoke City on May 6, 2017
Team News: Jack Butland recovers from broken finger to start for Stoke City
Jack Butland recovers from a broken finger to return to Stoke City's starting XI for their Premier League meeting with Swansea City.
Dec 2, 14:12
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Report: Swansea City paying over £7m for Renato Sanches loan
Swansea City are paying Bayern Munich over £7m for the loan of Renato Sanches, plus most of his £50,000-a-week wages, according to a report.
Nov 30, 19:15
Paul Clement applauds during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Swansea City on August 26, 2017
Paul Clement urges patience with out-of-form Renato Sanches
Swansea City manager Paul Clement admits that he 'feels for' Renato Sanches following the Bayern Munich loanee's slow start to life in the Premier League.
Nov 30, 13:58
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