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Gerard Pique in action for Barcelona on July 26, 2022
Gerard Pique to leave Barcelona following Jules Kounde signing?
Barcelona boss Xavi reportedly informs Gerard Pique that he is not in his plans for the 2022-23 season following the signing of Jules Kounde from Sevilla.
Jul 29, 15:18
Aston Villa's Carney Chukwuemeka pictured in December 2021
Five potential stars of the European Under-19 Championship
As this summer's European Under-19 Championship gets under way, Sports Mole casts an eye over the stars who could light up Slovakia 2022.
Jun 17, 21:54
Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG) Neymar during training on February 10, 2022
Neymar's record vs. Real Madrid
Ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League clash with Real Madrid, Sports Mole takes a look at Neymar's record against Los Blancos.
Mar 8, 12:19
Barcelona's Pedri pictured on September 14, 2021
Xavi compares Barcelona teenager Pedri to Andres Iniesta
Barcelona boss Xavi compares Pedri to legendary midfielder Andres Iniesta following his performance against Athletic Bilbao.
Feb 28, 17:25
Spain midfielder Sergio Busquets pictured in July 2021
Inter Miami 'determined to tempt Sergio Busquets to the MLS'
Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets is reportedly the subject of interest from a number of MLS clubs, including Inter Miami.
Feb 26, 09:44
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho pictured on August 22, 2021
Chelsea's Jorginho reveals dreams of playing under Manchester City's Pep Guardiola
Jorginho reveals that he dreams of playing under Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola and claims he 'was not supposed to join Chelsea' back in 2018.
Feb 20, 13:53
Andres Iniesta celebrates scoring against Chelsea in 2008-09 Champions League semi-final
Andres Iniesta "would love" to return to Barcelona
Vissel Kobe midfielder Andres Iniesta says that he "would love" to make the move back to Barcelona in the future.
Feb 16, 16:57
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden during the game with RB Leipzig on December 7, 2021.
Xavi 'wants Manchester City's Phil Foden at Barcelona'
Barcelona manager Xavi is reportedly showing interest in Manchester City youngster Phil Foden, comparing the English international to Barca legend Andres Iniesta.
Dec 28, 17:58
Lionel Messi in training for Argentina in October 2021
Joan Laporta: 'Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta could return to Barcelona'
Barcelona president Joan Laporta says that both Andres Iniesta and Lionel Messi could return to Camp Nou in the future.
Nov 17, 17:14
Dani Alves pictured in action for Barcelona in December 2015
Dani Alves vows "to help rebuild the best club in the world"
Dani Alves says that he will do all he can "to help rebuild the best club in the world", having secured a return to Barcelona.
Nov 13, 13:37
Andres Iniesta celebrates scoring against Chelsea in 2008-09 Champions League semi-final
Andres Iniesta wants to follow Xavi back to Barcelona
Andres Iniesta, who is still playing for Vissel Kobe, says that he wants to return to Barcelona at some stage in the future.
Nov 12, 19:12
Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Andres Iniesta: 'Xavi is the perfect fit for Barcelona'
Former Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta believes that compatriot and ex-teammate Xavi is "the perfect fit" for the Blaugrana job.
Nov 7, 18:00
Al Sadd manager Xavi pictured at the Club World Cup in December 2019
Andres Iniesta expects Xavi to take over at Barcelona
Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta expects his former midfield teammate Xavi to eventually become the club's new head coach in the future.
Sep 23, 08:45
A general shot of Barcelona's Camp Nou taken in June 2020
Barcelona interested in Arsenal starlet Charlie Patino?
Barcelona are interested in signing 17-year-old Arsenal midfielder Charlie Patino, who is a fan of the Spanish club, according to a report.
Sep 16, 13:54
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his goal against Arsenal on April 6, 2010
Lionel Messi's top 20 performances for Barcelona
Following Barcelona's confirmation that Lionel Messi will not sign a new contract this summer, Sports Mole looks at the Argentine's 20 greatest performances for the club.
Aug 5, 20:50
Former Celtic midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura celebrates scoring for Japan on June 25, 2005.
Kyogo Furuhashi hopes to emulate Shunsuke Nakamura at Celtic
Veteran Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura scored 33 goals in four seasons with Celtic, including a memorable free-kick against Manchester United.
Aug 2, 17:34
General view of Celtic Park from 2015
Japan forward Kyogo Furuhashi joins Celtic from Vissel Kobe
Kyogo Furuhashi becomes the fourth summer arrival under new manager Ange Postecoglou.
Jul 16, 09:23
Croatia players in training ahead of Euro 2020
How Croatia could line up against England
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Croatia could line up for their Euro 2020 opener with England on Sunday.
Jun 11, 11:40
Spain players celebrate Mikel Oyarzabal's goal against Switzerland in the UEFA Nations League on October 10, 2020
Spain Euro 2020 preview - prediction, fixtures, squad, star player
Ahead of Euro 2020, Sports Mole assesses the chances of a Spain side looking to win the competition for a fourth time.
Jun 10, 14:00
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Cadiz in La Liga on February 21, 2020
Lionel Messi's greatest ever games for Barcelona
Sports Mole counts down Lionel Messi's 20 greatest individual performances following his record-breaking 768th appearance for Barcelona.
Mar 22, 18:00
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong celebrates scoring against Elche in La Liga on January 24, 2021
Combined XI: Barcelona vs. Paris Saint-Germain
Ahead of Tuesday's Champions League last-16 clash between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, Sports Mole picks a combined XI from both squads.
Feb 14, 16:14
Thomas Vermaelen pictured in December 2018
The standout performers of the 2020 J-League
With the latest edition of the J-League having concluded this month, who were the standout performers during the 2020 season?
Dec 22, 16:48
David Silva celebrates scoring for Man City on October 19, 2019
Sports stars pay tribute to David Silva - Tuesday's sporting social
Praise for the midfielder has been pouring in following his departure from Manchester City.
Aug 18, 20:58
Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets pictured in July 2020
Sergio Busquets 'among players not wanted by Ronald Koeman at Barcelona'
Barcelona stalwart Sergio Busquets is reportedly among a host of high-profile players who could see his future at the club come under threat if Ronald Koeman takes over.
Aug 18, 14:04
Alan Shearer pictured in 2006
Thursday's sporting social: Well-wishers, words of wisdom and a welcome to Wane
Alan Shearer has turned 50.
Aug 13, 19:57
Sandro Tonali in action for Brescia on July 1, 2020
Manchester United 'set to miss out on Sandro Tonali'
Inter Milan beat Manchester United to the signature of Brescia midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to a report.
Aug 1, 18:12
Adama Traore celebrates scoring for Wolves on October 6, 2019
Adama Traore to Liverpool: Would the Wolves winger be a good signing for Klopp?
Amid reports claiming Jurgen Klopp has contacted Adama Traore, Sports Mole looks at whether the Wolves winger would be a good signing for Liverpool.
May 29, 23:22
Ajax celebrate with the Champions League trophy in 1995
The Invincible Kings of Europe: Remembering Ajax's 1994-95 season
On the 25-year anniversary of Ajax's 1995 Champions League triumph, Sports Mole takes a look back at Louis van Gaal's era-defining team.
May 24, 16:42
Man City players celebrate their last-gasp title win in 2012
The top 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history
To mark eight years since Sergio Aguero's unforgettable last-gasp goal to win the title, Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 13, 08:00
Sandro Tonali in action for Italy in July 2018
Paris Saint-Germain 'hope Marco Verratti can help secure Sandro Tonali deal'
Paris Saint-Germain hope that Marco Verratti can help convince Brescia midfielder Sandro Tonali to join the French champions.
May 9, 09:34
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their first goal on February 27, 2020
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes hoping to emulate Andres Iniesta
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes reveals that he attempts to model his game on Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta.
May 4, 10:20
Hakim Ziyech pictured after Ajax's Europa League defeat to Getafe in February 2020
Friday's Transfer Talk Update: Hakim Ziyech, Orkun Kokcu, Rivaldo
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 24, 07:57
Sandro Tonali in action for Italy in July 2018
Barcelona 'lining up player-plus-cash offer for Sandro Tonali'
Barcelona will offer Brescia a mammoth player-plus-cash deal for 19-year-old midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to a report.
Apr 23, 21:04
Sandro Tonali in action for Italy in July 2018
Barcelona 'want Sandro Tonali to be their new Andres Iniesta'
Barcelona want to sign Brescia midfielder Sandro Tonali during this summer's transfer window, according to a report.
Apr 23, 16:23
General view of Camp Nou, home to Barcelona, taken in May 2018
Andres Iniesta: 'Barcelona golden generation won't be repeated'
Club legend Andres Iniesta claims that Barcelona will struggle to produce another set of players similar to that of their 'golden generation'.
Apr 17, 17:52
Iker Casillas in action for Porto on April 17, 2019
Iker Casillas proposes legends El Clasico game between Real Madrid, Barcelona
Ex-Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas calls on former Los Blancos and Barcelona players to play an EL Clasico charity fixture.
Apr 9, 15:32
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar celebrates scoring their second goal from the penalty spot on January 26, 2020
Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Eduardo Camavinga, Manuel Neuer, Mauro Icardi
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 9, 07:57
Andres Iniesta in action for Spain on November 11, 2017
Andres Iniesta dismisses chances of Barcelona return
Club legend Andres Iniesta dismisses speculation linking him with a return to Barcelona during the next transfer window.
Apr 8, 15:45
Luis Enrique in charge of Spain on October 8, 2018
Luis Enrique: 'Andres Iniesta the player who came closest to Lionel Messi'
Spain manager and former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique names Lionel Messi as the best player he has seen, but claims that Andres Iniesta comes "very close".
Apr 3, 11:32
Fernando Torres for Liverpool
Fernando Torres picks Liverpool trio in all-time XI
Former Liverpool, Chelsea and Spain striker Fernando Torres picks his ultimate XI of players he has played with, selecting three of his ex-Anfield teammates.
Mar 25, 18:52
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Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Vissel KobeVissel Kobe36208857352268
2Sanfrecce HiroshimaHiroshima361811766392765
3Machida Zelvia36189952312163
4Gamba OsakaGamba Osaka361612845341160
5Kashima AntlersKashima Antlers361611955401559
6Tokyo Verdy36141394746155
7Cerezo OsakaCerezo361313104343052
8FC Tokyo36149134949051
9Yokohama F MarinosYokohama36147155858049
10Nagoya GrampusNagoya Grampus36145174244-247
11Avispa Fukuoka361114113135-447
12Urawa Red DiamondsUrawa351210134843546
13Kyoto Sanga361210144354-1146
14Kawasaki FrontaleKawasaki351112125751645
15Shonan BellmareShonan Bellmare36129155152-145
16Albirex Niigata361011154458-1441
17Kashiwa ReysolReysol36913143849-1140
18Jubilo Iwata3698194564-1935
19Consadole SapporoConsadole36810184161-2034
20Sagan Tosu3685234268-2629


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