Lionel Messi
Preview: Nigeria vs. Argentina
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wednesday's World Cup encounter between Nigeria and Argentina in Group F.
Jun 23, 17:13
Gerard Houllier salutes "world class" Karim Benzema
Former France coach Gerard Houllier says that Karim Benzema is now among the world's best footballers.
Jun 23, 13:24
Angel di Maria: 'Argentina on right track'
Argentina midfielder Angel di Maria insists that he is happy with how his side are playing in the World Cup despite only narrowly seeing off Iran.
Jun 22, 19:12
Lionel Messi: 'We're not showing what we can do'
Argentina captain Lionel Messi believes there is plenty of room for improvement in his side's performances, despite qualifying for the second round following two wins.
Jun 22, 11:56
Pablo Zabaleta: 'Iran game was difficult'
Argentina defender Pablo Zabaleta admits that his side found the hard-fought 1-0 win over Iran difficult, but praised Lionel Messi for securing the victory.
Jun 22, 11:20
Live Commentary: Nigeria 1-0 Bosnia-Herzegovina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the World Cup Group F match between Nigeria and Bosnia-Herzegovina at the Arena Pantanal in Cuiaba.
Jun 21, 22:00
Lionel Messi: 'Argentina need to improve'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi admits that Argentina have so far failed to show their true ability at the World Cup following a late victory over Iran.
Jun 21, 21:59
Alejandro Sabella concerned by lacklustre Argentina
Alejandro Sabella admits that he is concerned about Argentina's performance in the 1-0 win over Iran.
Jun 21, 21:24
Carlos Queiroz proud of brave Iran
Iran coach Carlos Queiroz says that he is proud of his team for their battling performance in the 1-0 defeat to Argentina.
Jun 21, 21:06
Player Ratings: Argentina 1-0 Iran
Sports Mole looks at which players impressed during Argentina's 1-0 win over Iran in the World Cup this evening.
Jun 21, 20:39
Alejandro Sabella: 'Anything is possible with Lionel Messi'
Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella says that "anything is possible" with Lionel Messi, following his late goal in the 1-0 win over Iran.
Jun 21, 20:30
Match Analysis: Argentina 1-0 Iran
Sports Mole analyses the World Cup match between Argentina and Iran.
Jun 21, 19:45
Argentina leave it late to beat Iran
Lionel Messi's injury-time winner gives Argentina a 1-0 victory over Iran in their World Cup encounter in Belo Horizonte.
Jun 21, 18:54
Half-Time Report: Argentina frustrated by Iran
Argentina and Iran play out a 0-0 draw in the first half of their World Cup encounter in Belo Horizonte.
Jun 21, 17:48
Live Commentary: Argentina 1-0 Iran - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the World Cup match between Argentina and Iran.
Jun 21, 16:00
Alejandro Sabella happy to let players voice opinions
Argentina head coach Alejandro Sabella insists that he does not have a problem with players voicing their opinions on tactics.
Jun 21, 04:56
Preview: Argentina vs. Iran
Sports Mole previews the World Cup encounter between Argentina and Iran.
Jun 19, 15:38
Lionel Messi 'dropped from tax fraud case by Spanish state prosecutor'
Barcelona star Lionel Messi is reportedly dropped from a case regarding alleged tax fraud at the request of the state prosecutor.
Jun 18, 12:53
Barcelona star Lionel Messi plans to join Twitter later this year
Lionel Messi reveals that he plans to set up his own Twitter account later this year.
Jun 17, 11:14
Lionel Messi "would love" to see Higuain at Barcelona
Barcelona star Lionel Messi admits that he "would love" to see Gonzalo Higuain at his club.
Jun 17, 03:40
Alejandro Sabella hails Lionel Messi
Alejandro Sabella hails Lionel Messi as the best player in the world following his match-winning goal against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Jun 16, 23:28
Match Analysis: Iran 0-0 Nigeria
Sports Mole's analysis of Iran's goalless draw with Nigeria on Monday evening.
Jun 16, 22:36
Gonzalo Higuain "flattered" by Barcelona link
Napoli and Argentina striker Gonzalo Higuain admits that he is "flattered" by transfer speculation linking him with a move to Barcelona.
Jun 16, 13:34
Sergio Aguero: 'We were fortunate to beat Bosnia-Herzegovina'
Argentina striker Sergio Aguero believes that his side were lucky to beat Bosnia-Herzegovina in their opening match at the World Cup.
Jun 16, 04:50
Lionel Messi pleased with Argentina's winning start
Argentina forward Lionel Messi is delighted that his side were able to get off to a winning start in their World Cup campaign with victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Jun 16, 04:33
Alejandro Sabella eyes improvement despite Bosnia-Herzegovina win
Argentina boss Alejandro Sabella believes that his side need to improve in their next two matches at the World Cup despite their win over Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Jun 16, 03:42
Player Ratings: Argentina 2-1 Bosnia-Herzegovina
Sports Mole looks at which players impressed during Argentina's 2-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup this evening.
Jun 16, 02:50
Match Analysis: Argentina 2-1 Bosnia-Herzegovina
Sports Mole analyses the World Cup fixture between Argentina and Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Jun 16, 01:38
Argentina secure narrow win over Bosnia-Herzegovina
Argentina win their opening match of the World Cup after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina
Jun 16, 01:00
Half-Time Report: Argentina force early lead against Bosnia-Herzegovina
Argentina lead 1-0 at half-time in the Maracana, but they are being made to work for their lead by World Cup newcomers Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Jun 15, 23:52
Live Commentary: Argentina 2-1 Bosnia-Herzegovina - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the match between Argentina and Bosnia-Herzegovina at the World Cup finals in Brazil.
Jun 15, 22:00
Karim Benzema: 'Hatem Ben Arfa belongs at Barcelona'
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema believes that Newcastle United winger Hatem Ben Arfa should be playing alongside Lionel Messi at Barcelona.
Jun 15, 21:15
Joey Barton calls for Daniel Sturridge caution
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton criticises England boss Roy Hodgson for comparing Daniel Sturridge to former Brazil striker Pele, who won three World Cups with the Selecao.
Jun 14, 15:56
Five things we learned from day two of the World Cup
Sports Mole takes a look at what we learned from an incredible second day of action at the World Cup in Brazil.
Jun 14, 10:12
Preview: Argentina vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sports Mole previews the opening Group F match ahead of the meeting between Argentina and Bosnia and Herzegovina on Sunday night.
Jun 13, 20:20
Floyd Mayweather Jr beats Cristiano Ronaldo to top 'Forbes' rich-list
Floyd Mayweather Jr finishes above Cristiano Ronaldo at the top of the Forbes rich-list.
Jun 11, 22:21
Neymar: 'Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi will star at the World Cup'
Brazil forward Neymar backs Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to be the stars of the World Cup.
Jun 11, 20:19
Diego Maradona talks up Argentina's World Cup chances
Argentina legend Diego Maradona talks up his former side's World Cup chances and claims that captain Lionel Messi has been well supported by his teammates.
Jun 11, 20:02
Glenn Hoddle tips Argentina for World Cup glory
Former England manager Glenn Hoddle believes that Argentina will triumph at this year's World Cup.
Jun 11, 15:21
Lionel Messi confident of World Cup glory with Argentina
Lionel Messi reveals that he is feeling confident about Argentina's chances making it through to the World Cup final.
Jun 11, 12:51
