Javier Mascherano: 'Lionel Messi has not changed since last summer'
The 33-year-old told the Catalan giants he wanted to leave last August.
Feb 24, 16:51
Klopp to play Henderson or Robertson in centre of Liverpool's defence?
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hints that he is considering whether to play Jordan Henderson or Andrew Robertson in central defence over the coming weeks.
Oct 31, 09:38
Report: Liverpool demand £90m for Barcelona-linked Sadio Mane
A report claims that Liverpool will demand at least £90m from Barcelona for Senegalese forward Sadio Mane.
Aug 31, 12:52
Steven Gerrard's ultimate XI to celebrate 40th birthday
To celebrate Steven Gerrard's 40th birthday, Sports Mole rounds up an XI of the Liverpool's icon's most common teammates from his illustrious career.
May 30, 18:24
On this day: West Ham opt not to appeal fine after avoiding points deduction
The Hammers signed Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano from Brazilian club Corinthians.
May 9, 07:23
How every Premier League season would have finished after gameweek 29: 2006-07
Given the uncertainty over the resumption of the Premier League, Sports Mole looks at how the 2006-07 season would have ended after gameweek 29.
May 1, 11:35
Liverpool's greatest XI of all time using different nationalities
Sports Mole selects Liverpool's greatest-ever XI with a difference - only one player is allowed from each country.
Apr 26, 17:14
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Mauro Icardi, Gabriel Magalhaes, Layvin Kurzawa
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Apr 18, 07:57
Neymar urged to rejoin Barcelona by former teammate Javier Mascherano
Former Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano wants to see Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar reunited with Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi.
Apr 17, 11:21
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
All-time Premier League combined XI: Liverpool vs. Manchester United
Ahead of Sunday's showdown between Liverpool and Manchester United, Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI from both clubs throughout the Premier League era.
Jan 16, 20:39
All-time combined XI: Germany vs. Argentina
Sports Mole selects its greatest ever combined XI from the history of Germany and Argentina ahead of the international friendly between the two nations on Wednesday.
Oct 7, 17:00
Dirk Kuyt names Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard as 'most special' teammate
Dirk Kuyt says that former Liverpool teammate Steven Gerrard was the 'most special' player that he lined up alongside during his career.
Sep 17, 23:07
Luis Garcia: 'Liverpool must win trophies to keep Mohamed Salah'
Former Liverpool midfielder Luis Garcia fears that Mohamed Salah may leave Anfield for Real Madrid or Barcelona unless the Reds start winning trophies.
Apr 28, 19:01
Barcelona 'would have to pay extra £89m for Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino'
Barcelona would have to pay an additional £89m on top of any agreed transfer fee for Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino due to a clause in the Philippe Coutinho deal.
Nov 21, 18:48
Jose Mourinho 'accepts one-year suspended prison sentence'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reportedly accepts a one-year suspended prison sentence for tax fraud during his time in charge of Real Madrid.
Sep 4, 08:25
Felipe Anderson inspired by iconic West Ham United trio
Felipe Anderson names former West Ham United players Carlos Tevez, Javier Mascherano and Paolo Di Canio as players who inspired the Brazilian to join the club.
Aug 22, 22:17
Lionel Messi named new Barcelona captain
Five-time Ballon d'Or winner and all-time club-record goalscorer Lionel Messi is named as the new Barcelona captain following Andres Iniesta's departure.
Aug 10, 13:13
Felipe Anderson: 'I'm attracted to West Ham United tradition'
New signing Felipe Anderson says that one of the reasons that he opted to sign for West Ham United was because of the club's traditional values.
Jul 24, 16:47
Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano retires from international football
Argentina veteran Javier Mascherano announces his retirement from international football.
Jun 30, 18:45
France hit four past Argentina to reach World Cup quarter-finals
France reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup with a captivating 4-3 victory over 2014 runners-up Argentina in Saturday's clash in Kazan.
Jun 30, 16:56
Live Commentary: France 4-3 Argentina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as France edge a seven-goal thriller with Argentina to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
Jun 30, 14:00
Didier Deschamps hopes to "neutralise" Lionel Messi
Didier Deschamps intends to strangle Lionel Messi's influence on Saturday's World Cup clash between France and Argentina, but admits that it will not be easy to do so.
Jun 29, 18:01
Argentina scrape through to last 16 of World Cup with late victory
Marcos Rojo scores a late volley as Argentina scrape into the last 16 of the World Cup with a 2-1 win over Nigeria.
Jun 26, 20:54
Javier Mascherano: 'Lionel Messi desperate for good performance'
Argentina defender Javier Mascherano says that fellow countryman Lionel Messi is "desperate" to put in a good performance at the World Cup.
Jun 25, 12:57
Javier Mascherano cools talk of rift with Jorge Sampaoli
Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano insists that the relationship between manager Jorge Sampaoli and his players is "completely normal", amid rumours of a rift.
Jun 24, 17:44
Javier Mascherano: 'Iceland were strong defensively'
Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano admits that his team struggled against Iceland's defensive tactics in their 2018 World Cup opener.
Jun 16, 21:48
Preview: Argentina vs. Iceland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the 2018 World Cup action as Argentina and Iceland get their campaigns underway in Group D at the Otkritie Arena in Moscow.
Jun 14, 22:16
Chris Coleman appointed as new manager of Hebei China Fortune
Chris Coleman is named as manager of Hebei China Fortune, a little over a month after being sacked by League One-bound Sunderland.
Jun 10, 15:39
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
Spain put six goals past Argentina in Madrid
Spain continue their preparations for the 2018 World Cup with a thumping 6-1 win over Argentina in the Spanish capital.
Mar 27, 22:24
Team News: Diego Costa leads line for Spain against Argentina
Diego Costa leads the line for Spain in Tuesday night's international friendly against Argentina - who have Lionel Messi on the bench - at the Wanda Metropolitano.
Mar 27, 19:43
Hebei China Fortune plotting audacious bid for Lionel Messi?
Hebei Fortune are reportedly willing to hand over £626m to sign Lionel Messi, who they hope will follow in the footsteps of Javier Mascherano by making the switch.
Feb 7, 10:24
Philippe Coutinho makes debut as Barcelona beat Espanyol to reach Copa del Rey semi-finals
Barcelona reach the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey thanks to a 2-0 win over Espanyol in Thursday night's quarter-final second leg at Camp Nou for a 2-1 aggregate win.
Jan 25, 22:25
Barcelona confirm Philippe Coutinho shirt number
Barcelona confirm that January signing Philippe Coutinho will take the departing Javier Mascherano's shirt number at Camp Nou.
Jan 24, 18:11
Javier Mascherano signs for Hebei China Fortune
Former Barcelona centre-back Javier Mascherano completes a switch to Chinese Super League outfit Hebei China Fortune.
Jan 24, 13:27
Barcelona announce Javier Mascherano departure
Javier Mascherano will bring an end to his Barcelona career this month after seven-and-a-half years at the club, with a move to the Chinese Super League expected.
Jan 23, 15:47
Javier Mascherano off to Chinese Super League in £7m deal?
Javier Mascherano will reportedly join Hebei China Fortune in a £7m deal before the January transfer window closes, following the arrival of Yerry Mina at Camp Nou.
Jan 12, 11:41
Barcelona smash five past Celta Vigo to reach Copa del Rey quarter-finals
Barcelona cruise into the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey thanks to a 6-1 aggregate win over Celta Vigo, achieved with a 5-0 last-16 second-leg win at Camp Nou.
Jan 11, 22:26
Yerry Mina to undergo Barcelona medical this week?
Barcelona will wrap up the signing of Palmeiras centre-back Yerry Mina before the end of the week, according to a report.
Jan 8, 17:55
