David Villa
David Villa: 'Manchester City can retain Premier League title'
David Villa believes that Pep Guardiola's Manchester City can become the first club to win back-to-back Premier League titles since last decade.
Jul 23, 21:29
Andres Iniesta's greatest Barcelona XI
To mark Andres Iniesta's final game for Barcelona, Sports Mole selects the greatest XI from his illustrious career with the club.
May 22, 08:48
Real Madrid ace Isco: 'Zinedine Zidane does not have faith in me'
Isco takes a dig at Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane for the lack of faith shown in him after regularly finding himself out of the starting lineup.
Mar 28, 09:21
New York City FC fail in bid to secure Belmont Park site
New York City FC lose out in their bid to secure a site for a new stadium on the grounds of the Belmont Park racetrack to the NHL's New York Islanders.
Dec 20, 20:00
David Villa: 'Valencia favourites for Barcelona game'
David Villa claims that Valencia "have a small advantage" ahead of Sunday's key La Liga clash with Barcelona.
Nov 23, 12:21
David Villa: 'Injury came at worst moment'
New York City FC forward David Villa reveals his disappointment at being forced to withdraw from the latest Spain squad through injury.
Sep 5, 16:55
Julen Lopetegui: 'More chances for David Villa'
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui insists that there "will be more opportunities" for David Villa after the striker was forced to withdraw from the La Roja squad.
Sep 5, 16:40
Spain's David Villa 'a doubt for Liechtenstein match'
Spain reveal that record goalscorer David Villa suffered a thigh strain during Sunday morning's training session.
Sep 3, 19:44
David Villa: 'I never lost Spain enthusiasm'
David Villa says that he 'never lost his enthusiasm' for Spain after returning to international action in Saturday night's World Cup qualifier with Italy.
Sep 3, 14:21
Spain too strong for Italy
Isco scores twice as Spain move three points clear at the top of Group G with a 3-0 victory over Italy in their 2018 World Cup qualification fixture.
Sep 2, 21:35
Team News: Marco Asensio starts for Spain against Italy
Real Madrid midfielder Marco Asensio starts for Spain in their World Cup qualifier against Italy at the Bernabeu.
Sep 2, 18:43
David Villa: 'Spain recall a dream'
David Villa says that it is "a dream" to be called into the Spain squad for the first time since the 2014 World Cup.
Aug 27, 14:09
David Villa returns to Spain squad
New York City FC forward David Villa is named in the Spain squad for the first time since the 2014 World Cup.
Aug 25, 13:27
New York City FC boss Patrick Vieira plays down Saint-Etienne reports
New York City FC boss Patrick Vieira plays down suggestions that he could be heading for Ligue 1 outfit Saint-Etienne this summer.
Jun 5, 18:55
David Villa signs new deal at New York City FC
Spain forward David Villa signs a new one-year contract with New York City FC, extending his stay with Patrick Vieira's side until 2018.
May 3, 20:36
David Villa: 'Pep Guardiola will turn things round at Manchester City'
Former Barcelona striker David Villa believes that his former boss Pep Guardiola will "change the situation" and be a success at Manchester City.
Jan 18, 17:29
David Villa: 'Lionel Messi will extend Barcelona contract'
Lionel Messi will commit his future to Barcelona by signing a new contract "sooner or later", according to former teammate David Villa.
Dec 28, 12:22
David Villa: 'Manchester City's start shows Pep Guardiola is one of the best'
David Villa says that Manchester City's winning start to the season proves how good a manager Pep Guardiola is.
Sep 24, 12:11
Chuba Akpom hits late Arsenal winner
Chuba Akpom scores an 87th-minute winner as Arsenal record a 2-1 win over the MLS All-Stars in a pre-season friendly.
Jul 29, 09:16
Preview: Spain vs. South Korea
Sports Mole looks ahead to the international friendly between Spain and South Korea at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig.
May 31, 13:02
New York Red Bulls smash seven past hapless rivals New York City FC
New York City FC, a side managed by Patrick Vieira and featuring Andrea Pirlo, David Villa and Frank Lampard, are thrashed 7-0 by city rivals New York Red Bulls.
May 21, 22:51
Report: Barcelona have first option on Atletico Madrid starlet Saul Niguez
Barcelona reportedly have first option to sign Atletico Madrid's rising star Saul Niguez.
Apr 29, 15:16
David Villa: 'Antoine Griezmann now one of best'
Atletico Madrid attacker Antoine Griezmann is now on the same level as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, according to former Spain striker David Villa.
Apr 27, 20:33
Preview: Italy vs. Spain
Sports Mole provides the lowdown ahead of Thursday evening's international friendly between European giants Italy and Spain.
Mar 24, 01:26
Cristiano Ronaldo hints at MLS move
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo reveals that he would be interested in a move to the MLS sometime in the future.
Jan 19, 22:21
David Villa would "love" Spain recall
New York City FC centre-forward David Villa refuses to give up hope of him one day representing Spain again.
Dec 23, 22:25
Preview: Belgium vs. Spain
Sports Mole previews the international friendly between Belgium and Spain in Brussels.
Nov 16, 17:02
Owen Coyle backs Patrick Vieira to succeed at New York City FC
Houston Dynamo boss Owen Coyle believes that Patrick Vieira will be able to have success in the MLS after being named manager of New York City FC.
Nov 10, 00:39
Patrick Vieira takes charge of New York City FC
MLS outfit New York City FC appoint former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira as their new manager on a three-year deal.
Nov 9, 15:41
New York City FC sack manager Jason Kreis for failure to reach playoffs
New York City FC announce that they have parted company with manager Jason Kreis after just one season in the role following the club's failure to reach the MLS playoffs.
Nov 2, 23:46
Where next for Manchester United goalkeeper Victor Valdes?
With Manchester United goalkeeper Victor Valdes expected to move on in January, Sports Mole picks out five possible destinations for the Spaniard.
Oct 29, 15:58
New England Revolution seal MLS playoff spot with NYC win
New England Revolution seal an MLS playoff spot with a 3-1 final-day victory over New York City at Yankee Stadium.
Oct 25, 23:03
David Villa hints at loan move
New York City FC's experienced forward David Villa hints that a short-term return to La Liga in January would be of interest.
Oct 14, 17:04
100% European Championships qualifying records: How they fared
As England qualify for the European Championships with a 100% winning record, Sports Mole looks at the four other nations that have achieved that feat.
Oct 14, 11:53
David Villa gives New York City FC injury-time win over Vancouver Whitecaps
A 95th-minute penalty from David Villa earns New York City FC all three points in their away clash against the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Sep 27, 05:10
Ned Grabavoy brace inspires New York City FC to win over San Jose Earthquakes
Ned Grabavoy hits two second-half goals as New York City FC beat San Jose Earthquakes 3-2 in a hard-fought win at Yankee Stadium.
Sep 20, 02:02
Where next for Emmanuel Adebayor?
Following his recent release by Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole takes a look at where Emmanuel Adebayor's next move could take him.
Sep 14, 12:17
Justin Meram scores winner as Columbus Crew beat New York City FC
Justin Meram scores a late winner as Columbus Crew defeat New York City FC in the MLS.
Aug 29, 23:00
Los Angeles Galaxy thrash New York City to go top
Los Angeles Galaxy score five against New York City to move top of the Western Conference.
Aug 23, 22:12
Live Commentary: Los Angeles Galaxy 5-1 New York City FC - as it happened
Relive our live text commentary as LA Galaxy thump New York City 5-1 at the StubHub Center.
Aug 23, 19:29
