Lionel Messi
Eric Abidal: 'Lionel Messi will finish career at Barcelona'
Eric Abidal, a former teammate of Lionel Messi, believes that the forward will remain at Barcelona for the remainder of his career.
Jan 14, 08:09
Sergio Busquets calm over Lionel Messi future
Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets does not believe that Lionel Messi will leave Camp Nou.
Jan 13, 17:14
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I have a good relationship with Lionel Messi'
Real Madrid attacker Cristiano Ronaldo insists that he has a good relationship with Barcelona rival Lionel Messi.
Jan 13, 14:10
Sports Mole's La Liga Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out its 11 star performers from week 18 in La Liga.
Jan 13, 13:30
Manchester United's Angel di Maria 'refuses to sign Real Madrid shirt'
Manchester United's Angel di Maria reportedly refuses to sign a Real Madrid shirt while at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Switzerland.
Jan 13, 11:44
Sports Mole's World XI team
In reaction to the announcement of the FIFPro World XI team, Sports Mole picks out the 11 players that made the biggest impression us.
Jan 13, 11:17
Roy Hodgson opts against Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi in Ballon d'Or vote
England boss Roy Hodgson didn't vote for either Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi to win the Ballon d'Or.
Jan 13, 04:33
Report: Manchester United could move for unsettled Lionel Messi
Manchester United are preparing a summer bid for Lionel Messi after the unsettled Barcelona star admitted he didn't know where he would be playing next season.
Jan 13, 02:18
Cristiano Ronaldo: 'I want to be one of the greatest players of all time'
Cristiano Ronaldo says that he has achieved something "incredibly unique" after being named as the winner of the 2014 FIFA Ballon d'Or.
Jan 12, 19:30
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo wins Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo wins the 2014 FIFA Ballon d'Or ahead of Lionel Messi and Manuel Neuer.
Jan 12, 19:03
FIFPro World XI team named
The FIFPro World XI team is named at the Ballon d'Or award ceremony in Zurich.
Jan 12, 17:47
Lionel Messi 'unsure of future'
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi claims that he 'does not know' where he will be playing his football next year.
Jan 12, 15:44
Javier Mascherano hits out at media 'lies'
Barcelona centre-back Javier Mascherano insists that there has never been an issue between Lionel Messi and head coach Luis Enrique.
Jan 12, 13:46
Diego Simeone has no complaints
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone admits that his side deserved to lose against Barcelona in La Liga on Sunday.
Jan 12, 13:05
Luis Suarez gives ex-Liverpool teammate Fabio Borini VIP Barcelona tickets
Luis Suarez gives former Liverpool teammate Fabio Borini VIP tickets at the Camp Nou for Barcelona's match against Atletico Madrid.
Jan 12, 11:13
Luis Suarez reveals "spectacular" relationship with Lionel Messi, Neymar
Barcelona striker Luis Suarez says that he has a "spectacular" relationship with Lionel Messi and Neymar.
Jan 12, 10:21
Lionel Messi hits out at Chelsea, Manchester City "lies"
Barcelona ace Lionel Messi rules out moves to Chelsea and Manchester City, and slams the "lies" suggesting that he has ordered the club to sack coach Luis Enrique.
Jan 12, 01:16
Player Ratings: Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid
Sports Mole analyses how each individual player performed during Barcelona's 3-1 win over Atletico Madrid in La Liga.
Jan 11, 23:12
Match Analysis: Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in La Liga.
Jan 11, 22:35
Barcelona storm past Atletico Madrid
Barcelona close the gap on Real Madrid as goals from Neymar, Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi condemn Atletico Madrid to a 3-1 defeat at the Camp Nou.
Jan 11, 21:55
Half-Time Report: Barcelona in dominant form against Atletico Madrid
Goals from Neymar and Luis Suarez hand Barcelona a 2-0 lead over Atletico Madrid at the half-time break.
Jan 11, 20:50
Team News: Mario Mandzukic replaces Fernando Torres for Atletico Madrid
Mario Mandzukic returns to replace Fernando Torres for Atletico Madrid against Barcelona at the Camp Nou.
Jan 11, 19:22
Live Commentary: Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary of the La Liga clash between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou, which ended in a 3-1 home win.
Jan 11, 19:00
Lothar Matthaus: 'Manuel Neuer has reinvented goalkeeping'
Germany legend Lothar Matthaus believes that Manuel Neuer has reinvented goalkeeping and stands a "realisitc" chance of winning the Ballon d'Or.
Jan 11, 14:38
Juliano Belletti: 'Lionel Messi can't accept squad rotation'
Juliano Belletti reveals that Lionel Messi finds it hard to accept squad rotation and wants to play every game for the club.
Jan 10, 14:34
Oscar Garcia to replace Luis Enrique at Barcelona?
Oscar Garcia reportedly emerges as a surprise candidate to replace under-fire Barcelona manager Luis Enrique.
Jan 10, 00:08
Preview: Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid
Sports Mole previews the La Liga showdown between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
Jan 9, 19:38
Steve Holland dismisses Lionel Messi rumours
Chelsea assistant Steve Holland insists that Barcelona striker Lionel Messi won't be moving to Stamford Bridge during the January transfer window.
Jan 9, 12:59
Cesc Fabregas denies trying to convince Lionel Messi to join Chelsea
Cesc Fabregas denies suggestions that he is trying to convince Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona in a £200m move to Chelsea.
Jan 9, 10:18
Report: 'Fed up' Lionel Messi wants £200m Chelsea move
Lionel Messi reportedly wants to leave Barcelona and join Premier League leaders Chelsea in a deal which could be worth up to £500m.
Jan 9, 07:59
Henk ten Cate: 'Lionel Messi made deathbed promise to Tito Vilanova'
Former Barcelona assistant manager Henk ten Cate claims that Lionel Messi is still at the club because of a promise he made to Tito Vilanova shortly before his death.
Jan 9, 04:59
Luis Enrique plays down whistles from Barcelona fans
Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique insists that his focus remains on the team after being greeted by whistles from his own fans in the 5-0 win over Elche.
Jan 9, 03:08
Five-star Barcelona thrash Elche
Barcelona thrash Elche 5-0 in Thursday evening's Copa del Rey last-16 first leg at Camp Nou.
Jan 8, 22:54
Half-Time Report: Barcelona tearing Elche apart in Copa del Rey
Barcelona are leading Elche 3-0 in Thursday evening's Copa del Rey last-16 first leg at Camp Nou.
Jan 8, 21:51
Live Commentary: Barcelona 5-0 Elche - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary of the Copa del Rey last 16 tie between Barcelona and Elche at the Camp Nou.
Jan 8, 20:54
Team News: Lionel Messi, Neymar start for Barcelona in Copa del Rey
Lionel Messi and Neymar start for Barcelona in their Copa del Rey last-16 clash against Elche on Thursday evening.
Jan 8, 20:44
Live Commentary: Granada 1-2 Sevilla - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary of the Copa del Rey last-16 tie between Granada and Sevilla at Estadio Nuevo Los Carmenes
Jan 8, 18:30
Josep Maria Bartomeu: 'Barcelona don't want to sell Lionel Messi'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu insists that they do not want to sell "best player in the world" Lionel Messi amid reports that he is unsettled at the club.
Jan 7, 16:59
Barcelona to hold early presidential election
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu calls an early presidential election for the end of the season amid increasing tension at the club.
Jan 7, 16:34
Report: Chelsea contact Lionel Messi's father regarding transfer
Chelsea reportedly contact Lionel Messi's father Jorge regarding a possible transfer to Stamford Bridge for the Barcelona star.
Jan 7, 13:32
