Lionel Messi
Report: Barcelona lead Ezequiel Lavezzi race
A report claims that Barcelona could sign Paris Saint-Germain attacker Ezequiel Lavezzi in January for as little as £3.5m, with the Argentine out of contract this summer.
Nov 17, 16:16
Clasico referee to be named on Tuesday
The referee for Saturday's El Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the Bernabeu will be named on Tuesday evening.
Nov 16, 18:57
Alfonso Perez hails Neymar form
Former Barcelona striker Alfonso Perez claims that Neymar's form this season has "made people forget" about Lionel Messi, who remains on the sidelines with a knee injury.
Nov 16, 15:03
Javier Tebas doubts Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi exits
La Liga president Javier Tebas doubts that either Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi will seek a move away from Spain's top flight in the near future.
Nov 16, 14:24
Lionel Messi would prefer Arsenal if he opts for Premier League move?
Lionel Messi would reportedly prefer a move to Arsenal if he were to leave Barcelona for a Premier League club in the future.
Nov 16, 08:30
On this day: Second-half Lionel Messi, Seydou Keita strikes sink Recreativo
Seven years ago today, Lionel Messi and Seydou Keita scored the goals as Barcelona recorded a 2-0 victory away at Recreativo de Huelva.
Nov 16, 06:00
Xavi: 'Clasicos are 50/50 games'
Former Barcelona midfielder Xavi says that "you never know what will happen" in Clasicos as the Spanish league leaders prepare to travel to Real Madrid at the weekend.
Nov 14, 15:28
Zinedine Zidane: 'I love watching Eden Hazard play'
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane says that he loves to watch "spectacular" Eden Hazard play, calling the Belgian one of his favourite players.
Nov 14, 14:58
Lionel Messi offers sympathies to Paris attack victims
Lionel Messi says that his thoughts are with the victims of the Paris terror attacks that have reportedly taken the lives of 128 people.
Nov 14, 14:25
Lionel Messi trains again ahead of El Clasico
Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi trains on his day off as the Argentine fights to be fit for this weekend's El Clasico away to Real Madrid in La Liga.
Nov 14, 14:11
Video: Watch all 10 goals nominated for the 2015 FIFA Puskas Award
Watch all 10 nominees for the 2015 FIFA Puskas Award, which is awarded to the standout goal from the world of football.
Nov 13, 10:58
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I have a few women on the go'
Cristiano Ronaldo jokes that he has a "few" leading ladies in his life, but claims that it is not easy to figure out their intentions.
Nov 13, 01:31
Real Madrid ace Cristiano Ronaldo: 'Lionel Messi will beat me to Ballon d'Or'
Cristiano Ronaldo believes that old rival Lionel Messi will pip him to the Ballon d'Or for 2015.
Nov 13, 00:42
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo most searched footballer on porn website
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo tops the list of most searched footballers on adult website Pornhub.
Nov 12, 10:49
Gerard Pique: 'No egos in front three'
Barcelona defender Gerard Pique claims that "the key" to Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez's form as a trio is their relationship both on and off the field.
Nov 11, 18:05
Argentina doctor sends out Lionel Messi warning
Argentina's chief doctor Homero de Agostino claims that Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi will not be in the right condition to play against Real Madrid on November 21.
Nov 11, 14:18
Does Neymar deserve the Ballon d'Or?
Sports Mole discusses whether Barcelona forward Neymar stands a chance of winning the 2015 Ballon d'Or.
Nov 11, 12:58
Preview: Belgium vs. Italy
Sports Mole looks ahead to the international friendly between Belgium and Italy in Brussels.
Nov 10, 21:15
Rafael van der Vaart: 'I never thought Gareth Bale would play for Real Madrid'
Rafael van der Vaart admits that he was left surprised by Gareth Bale's move to Real Madrid as he does not play at the same level as Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi.
Nov 10, 19:28
Vicente del Bosque: 'Lionel Messi could have played for Spain'
Spain boss Vicente del Bosque says that an attempt was made to convince Lionel Messi to turn his back on the country of his birth, Argentina, and instead represent Spain.
Nov 10, 18:31
Josep Maria Bartomeu hopeful Lionel Messi will play for Barcelona in El Clasico
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu expects that Lionel Messi will make his return from a two-month layoff against Real Madrid in El Clasico later this month.
Nov 10, 11:57
Luis Enrique: 'Lionel Messi could still make El Clasico'
Lionel Messi, who is recovering from a serious knee injury, could yet be fit to face Real Madrid in El Clasico on November 21, according to Barcelona boss Luis Enrique.
Nov 9, 14:04
Match Analysis: Barcelona 3-0 Villarreal
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Barcelona move top of La Liga with a 3-0 win over Villarreal at Camp Nou.
Nov 8, 17:45
Report: Barcelona interested in Robin van Persie
Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Fenerbahce striker Robin van Persie during January's transfer window.
Nov 7, 15:05
Domenico Berardi focused on Sassuolo but envisages move to Barcelona
Domenico Berardi has indicated that he would consider a move away from Sassuolo in order to play for Barcelona and form a strike partnership with Lionel Messi and Neymar.
Nov 7, 14:40
Luis Enrique: 'Barcelona have become stronger without Lionel Messi'
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique claims that his side have become stronger without star forward Lionel Messi.
Nov 7, 14:11
Dirk Kuyt plays down Barcelona reports
Feyenoord attacker Dirk Kuyt dismisses suggestions that he could join European champions Barcelona during the winter transfer window.
Nov 7, 10:50
Preview: Barcelona vs. Villarreal
Sports Mole previews the La Liga encounter at Camp Nou between Barcelona and Villarreal.
Nov 6, 17:19
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I am better than Lionel Messi'
Cristiano Ronaldo claims that he is the greatest footballer in the world, adding that he is better than Lionel Messi and that other opinions do not bother him.
Nov 5, 19:38
Cristiano Ronaldo mother: 'I wanted an abortion'
Cristiano Ronaldo's mum reveals that she considered an abortion during her pregnancy with the future football icon.
Nov 5, 00:32
Match Analysis: Barcelona 3-0 BATE Borisov
Sports Mole dissects the Group E action from Spain as Barcelona record a 3-0 win over BATE Borisov in the Champions League.
Nov 4, 22:15
Preview: Barcelona vs. BATE Borisov
Sports Mole previews the Champions League action as Barcelona welcome the visit of BATE Borisov to Camp Nou in Group E.
Nov 3, 17:00
Luis Enrique: 'Lionel Messi is progressing well'
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique says that Lionel Messi is "progressing well" as he bids to return from knee ligament damage before the end of 2015.
Nov 3, 15:13
Cristiano Ronaldo 'not a fan of football on TV'
Real Madrid attacker Cristiano Ronaldo claims that he is not generally a fan of watching football on television, preferring to relax 'doing other things' at home.
Nov 2, 15:08
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I am better than Lionel Messi'
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo says that, 'in his own mind', he is a better player than Barcelona's Lionel Messi.
Nov 2, 14:56
Report: Lionel Messi unlikely to make El Clasico
A report claims that Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi is losing his fight to be fit for El Clasico away to Real Madrid on November 21.
Nov 2, 13:37
Sands of time running out for Manchester United's Wayne Rooney
Sports Mole looks into the reasons behind Wayne Rooney's struggles of late and argues that it's time to drop the Manchester United captain.
Nov 2, 11:10
Barcelona boss Luis Enrique delighted with "unique" Neymar after Getafe win
Barcelona coach Luis Enrique hails one-man show Neymar following his display in the 2-0 win over Getafe.
Nov 1, 00:27
Match Analysis: Getafe 0-2 Barcelona
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Barcelona record a 2-0 win at Getafe to move joint-top of La Liga alongside Real Madrid.
Oct 31, 22:06
Luis Suarez, Neymar move Barcelona level with Real Madrid
Goals from Luis Suarez and Neymar secure a 2-0 win over Getafe as Barcelona move level on points with La Liga leaders Real Madrid.
Oct 31, 21:20
