Diego Maradona 'requests meeting with Argentina players before final group game'
Diego Maradona reportedly asks for a meeting with the Argentina national team before their final group game against Nigeria on Tuesday.
Jun 24, 20:58
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
Report: Argentina mutiny against head coach Jorge Sampaoli amid World Cup woes
Argentina's players reportedly take charge of team selection and tactics from head coach Jorge Sampaoli, who is allegedly set to be sacked after the World Cup.
Jun 24, 11:52
Juan Sebastian Veron questions Mauro Icardi omission from Argentina World Cup squad
Former Argentina and Inter Milan midfielder Juan Sebastian Veron is unsure why Jorge Sampaoli decided to leave Mauro Icardi out of his World Cup squad.
Jun 23, 20:32
Argentina legend Diego Maradona tears into dismal World Cup showing
Diego Maradona tears into Argentina's dismal showing at the World Cup so far and hopes that the players had a "punch-up" in the locker room after the 3-0 loss to Croatia.
Jun 23, 13:59
Willy Caballero targeted by online trolls after World Cup blunder
Argentina goalkeeper Willy Caballero is targeted by trolls on Instagram following his howler against Croatia.
Jun 22, 16:17
Jorge Sampaoli: 'I cost Argentina victory'
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli takes responsibility for his side's 3-0 defeat to Croatia, saying that the result was down to his tactical decisions.
Jun 22, 10:40
Croatia humiliate Argentina to progress into second round of World Cup
Croatia produce a standout performance in Group D at the 2018 World Cup in order to beat Argentina 3-0 and qualify from the second round of the tournament.
Jun 21, 20:53
Team News: Angel Di Maria, Marcos Rojo out of Argentina starting XI against Croatia
Angel Di Maria and Marcos Rojo are omitted from Argentina's starting XI for Thursday's World Cup meeting with Croatia.
Jun 21, 18:03
Live Commentary: Argentina 0-3 Croatia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage of the 2018 World Cup in Russia as Argentina fall to a humiliating 3-0 defeat at the hands of Croatia in Group D.
Jun 21, 18:00
Preview: Argentina vs. Croatia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted XIs and a full match preview as Argentina look to bounce back from their draw with Iceland against Croatia in Group D.
Jun 20, 15:37
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Argentina must come up with alternate strategies'
Argentina head coach Jorge Sampaoli admits that he needs to come up with alternative tactics following Saturday's 1-1 draw with Iceland at the World Cup.
Jun 16, 18:17
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Argentina, Iceland game uncomfortable for Lionel Messi'
Jorge Sampaoli admits that Lionel Messi had an "uncomfortable match" as Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw by Iceland in their World Cup Group D encounter in Moscow.
Jun 16, 17:35
Team News: Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero start for Argentina against World Cup debutants Iceland
Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero start as Argentina get their 2018 World Cup campaign underway against tournament debutants Iceland.
Jun 16, 13:03
Live Commentary: Argentina 1-1 Iceland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole coverage of the 2018 World Cup in Russia as Argentina are held to a 1-1 draw by debutants Iceland in Group D at the Otkritie Arena.
Jun 16, 13:00
Jorge Sampaoli names Argentina starting XI for World Cup meeting with Iceland
Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli names his starting XI for Saturday's World Cup Group D opener against Iceland a day before the match.
Jun 15, 21:00
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
Lionel Messi: 'Progress for Argentina at World Cup won't be easy'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi suggests that the South American nation are prepared for a tough set of fixtures during the group stages of the World Cup.
Jun 13, 17:52
World Cup preview: Argentina
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Argentina's chances of going one better than four years ago, when they were beaten in the final.
Jun 13, 10:30
Argentina midfielder Manuel Lanzini ruled out of World Cup
West Ham United attacker Manuel Lanzini is ruled out of Argentina's World Cup campaign with a knee injury sustained in training on Friday.
Jun 8, 11:23
Arsenal 'hold talks with Argentina international Cristian Pavon'
Arsenal reportedly hold talks with Boca Juniors winger Cristian Pavon over a possible move after the World Cup, although they could face competition from Chelsea.
Jun 8, 10:37
Luciano Spalletti: 'I cannot stop Mauro Icardi leaving Inter Milan'
Inter Milan coach Luciano Spalletti admits that a move away could still be on the cards for top scorer Mauro Icardi.
May 27, 16:33
Mauro Icardi misses out on Argentina World Cup squad
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli names his 23-man squad for the World Cup, with Inter Milan forward Mauro Icardi being left out of the group.
May 21, 18:08
Argentina announce preliminary 2018 World Cup squad
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli names his 35-man provisional squad ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
May 14, 19:39
Diego Costa: 'Argentina should thank God for Lionel Messi'
Diego Costa warns Argentina supporters to 'always treat Lionel Messi well' as they are fortunate to have a player of such quality in their ranks.
Mar 28, 16:55
Jorge Sampaoli: Spain "slapped" Argentina in heavy defeat
Jorge Sampaoli concedes that Argentina must up their game ahead of the World Cup following a record-equalling 6-1 loss to Spain in Madrid.
Mar 28, 12:31
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
Argentina forward Lionel Messi to miss friendly with Spain?
Lionel Messi is reportedly ruled out of Argentina's friendly with Spain after failing to overcome an injury to his hamstring and adductor.
Mar 27, 12:57
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli: 'World Cup is a revolver to Lionel Messi's head'
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli says that the World Cup is a "revolver" to Lionel Messi's head.
Mar 26, 22:35
Argentina shake off resilient Italy with victory at the Etihad
Ever Banega and Manuel Lanzini bag second-half goals to hand Argentina a 2-0 victory over Italy in their international friendly at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
Mar 23, 21:37
Live Commentary: Italy 0-2 Argentina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage as Italy fall to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Argentina in their friendly at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
Mar 23, 18:45
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Lionel Messi can carry Argentina at 2018 World Cup'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi can "carry the team on his shoulders" at this year's World Cup in Russia, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli.
Mar 22, 22:29
Ramiro Funes Mori: 'I'm fit to return for Everton'
Everton defender Ramiro Funes Mori declares himself fit to return to the first team following a long-term knee injury.
Mar 6, 10:58
Goalkeeper Sergio Romero keen to secure Manchester United exit?
Goalkeeper Sergio Romero is reportedly keen to secure a move away from Manchester United during the January transfer window.
Jan 2, 18:13
Jorge Sampaoli optimistic about Argentina hopes after Diego Maradona jibe
Jorge Sampaoli defends Argentina's chances of success at next summer's World Cup, despite heavy criticism from Diego Maradona.
Dec 1, 20:27
Sevilla confirm Eduardo Berizzo cancer diagnosis
Sevilla confirm media reports that manager Eduardo Berizzo has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Nov 22, 09:34
Lionel Messi explains early exit from Argentina camp
Lionel Messi hopes that his week-long break will help him enter next year's World Cup finals in peak fitness for Argentina.
Nov 12, 20:10
Jorge Sampaoli talks up Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero partnership
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli says that he is happy with the link-up play on show from his players in the 1-0 win over Russia.
Nov 11, 21:11
Argentina forward Lionel Messi returns to Barcelona
Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi returns from international duty with Argentina early, but it is not thought to be injury related.
Nov 11, 20:09
Lionel Messi angered by claims he holds big influence in Argentina set-up
Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi hits out at accusations that he chooses the coaches and players for the national team.
Nov 8, 21:50
