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Koke given Vicente del Bosque tribute
Spain boss Vicente del Bosque claims that Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke is the present and future of the team following the retirement's of Xavi and Xabi Alonso.Sep 7, 14:39
Sergio Ramos: 'Spain should not change'
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos insists that Spain need to change their "identity" following a disappointing World Cup.Sep 2, 17:58
Match Analysis: Villarreal 0-1 Barcelona
Sports Mole dissects the action as Barcelona beat Villarreal 1-0 in their La Liga clash at El Madrigal.Aug 31, 21:30
Sports Mole's La Liga Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out its 11 star performers from week one of La Liga.Aug 27, 17:56
Ivan Rakitic hails Xavi, Lionel Messi
Barcelona summer signing Ivan Rakitic hails the influence of Lionel Messi and Xavi at the Catalan outfit.Aug 25, 16:26
Ivan Rakitic: 'I am not Xavi'
Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic insists that he is a different player to teammate Xavi.Aug 23, 12:45
Neymar, Xavi to feature against Club Leon
A report claims that Barcelona pair Neymar and Xavi will both feature in tonight's Joan Gamper Trophy fixture against Club Leon.Aug 18, 13:37
Sergio Busquets "happy" to be among four captains
Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets says that he is "happy and proud" to be named one of the club's four captains for the coming season.Aug 9, 14:29
Manchester United's pre-season tour: Five talking points
Sports Mole picks out five of the biggest talking points to come from Manchester United's tour of the USA.Aug 6, 10:50
Barcelona arrive at England's training base
Spanish side Barcelona travel to England's main training base for a spell of pre-season training.Jul 28, 15:12
Joe Allen not concerned by Xavi comparison
Liverpool midfielder Joe Allen is unconcerned about the comparisons to Barcelona great Xavi after his switch to Anfield from Swansea in 2012.Jul 27, 13:04
Xavi to join Frank Lampard at New York City?
Frank Lampard could be joined by Barcelona ace Xavi at New York City, according to reports.Jul 22, 05:49
Josep Maria Bartomeu: 'Still no news on Xavi'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu says that the club are still waiting on Xavi to make a decision regarding his future.Jul 14, 17:16
Ruben Bover wants Xavi at New York Red Bulls
New York Red Bulls midfielder Ruben Bover wants Barcelona's Xavi to join him in the MLS.Jul 12, 14:45
Andoni Zubizarreta: 'Xavi is still a Barcelona player'
Barcelona sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta hints that Xavi could yet remain with the Catalan outfit this summer.Jul 1, 15:26
On This Day: Fernando Torres fires Spain to Euro 2008 victory
Sports Mole looks back at Spain's 1-0 win over Germany in the Euro 2008 final.Jun 29, 08:56
Phil Neville in awe of Colombia's James Rodriguez
Phil Neville talks up James Rodriguez's "world class" goal against Uruguay.Jun 29, 07:09
Five choices for new Barcelona skipper?
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique is reportedly still undecided as to who will take on the captain's armband at the Camp Nou next season.Jun 28, 12:53
In Profile: Ander Herrera
Sports Mole takes a look at new Manchester United signing Ander Herrera.Jun 28, 09:51
On this day: Spain reach Euro 2008 final
On this day in 2008, Spain record a 3-0 victory against Russia to progress through to the European Championship final.Jun 26, 09:01
Gerard Pique forced to depart Spain training
An abductor injury could see Barcelona centre-back Gerard Pique miss Spain's World Cup Group B clash with Australia on Monday.Jun 22, 12:14
Vicente del Bosque: 'Xavi will leave Barcelona this summer'
Spain manager Vicente del Bosque confirms that Xavi is to leave Barcelona this summer and join Al-Arabi.Jun 21, 20:30
Report: Xavi to leave Barcelona
A report claims that Xavi will announce his decision to depart Barcelona after the World Cup this summer.Jun 20, 14:13
Match Analysis: Spain 0-2 Chile
Sports Mole dissects the action as Spain are eliminated from the 2014 World Cup following a 2-0 defeat to Chile.Jun 18, 21:42
Team News: Xavi, Gerard Pique dropped by Spain for Chile clash
Spain boss Vincente del Bosque drops Barcelona duo Xavi and Gerard Pique for this evening's vital World Cup group match against Chile.Jun 18, 17:07
Dan Petrescu: 'Xavi has signed pre-contract agreement with Al-Arabi'
Al-Arabi head coach Dan Petrescu claims that Xavi has signed a pre-contract agreement with the club.Jun 18, 03:54
Cesc Fabregas hints Xavi will leave Barcelona
Spanish international Cesc Fabregas hints that Xavi will leave Barcelona this summer.Jun 17, 15:52
Report: Xavi close to Al Sadd move
A report claims that Barcelona midfielder Xavi will join Al Sadd after the World Cup this summer.Jun 16, 14:38
Vicente del Bosque, Iker Casillas hold meeting
A report claims that Spain boss Vicente del Bosque had a 12-minute meeting with his captain Iker Casillas during a training session on Saturday afternoon.Jun 15, 13:23
Xavi: "Hardest loss of my sporting life"
Spain midfielder Xavi admits that Friday's 5-1 defeat to Netherlands was "the hardest loss" of his sporting career.Jun 14, 13:23
Manchester United on red alert as Xavi unsure on future?
Manchester United will look to take advantage of Barcelona's shake-up and bring Xavi to Old Trafford, according to reports.Jun 14, 05:32
Match Analysis: Spain 1-5 Netherlands
Sports Mole dissects the action as Netherlands beat Spain 5-1 in Group B's opening fixture of the 2014 World Cup.Jun 13, 21:48
Xavi: 'Spain will live or die by tiki-taka'
Spain star Xavi insists that the World Cup holders will "live and die" by the tiki-taka playing style that has won them three consecutive major tournaments.Jun 13, 14:56
Xavi: 'I owe Louis van Gaal a lot'
Xavi says that he "owes" former Barcelona manager Louis van Gaal for all the good memories that he provided.Jun 13, 12:50
Xavi: Chelsea a "great opportunity" for Cesc Fabregas
Barcelona ace Xavi believes that Cesc Fabregas has a "great opportunity" available to him after signing for Chelsea today.Jun 12, 19:51
Koke learning from Xavi and Andres Iniesta on Spain duty
Koke explains how he is learning from Barcelona midfielders Xavi and Andres Iniesta ahead of the World Cup.Jun 11, 19:31
Pele: "I love Xavi"
Former Brazil World Cup winner Pele lavishes praise on Spain and Barcelona midfielder Xavi.Jun 10, 15:29
Gerard Pique praises Xavi
Spain defender Gerard Pique praises Barcelona and international teammate Xavi, who he believes will thrive at the World Cup.Jun 10, 14:03
Al Sadd deny Xavi contract
Al-Sadd deny that they have made Barcelona midfielder Xavi a lucrative contract offer.Jun 8, 13:24
Report: Xavi future on hold
A report claims that Xavi will not make a decision on his Barcelona future until the conclusion of this summer's World Cup.Jun 7, 17:23
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