Barcelona step up pursuit of Marquinhos
The Blaugrana are hoping to bring the Brazilian teenager to Camp Nou as they look to bolster their defence but Roma are holding out for a €30 million fee By Wayne Veysey Barcelona are preparing an...
View ArticleQuagliarella, Vucinic & Matri set for Juventus exit
The Bianconeri are continuing to reassemble their squad ahead of the new season and three first team players appear likely to leave the club EXCLUSIVE By Romeo Agresti Juventus are set to sell Fabio...
View ArticleJulio Cesar odds on to join Arsenal following Confederations Cup triumph
The 33-year-old has been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium ever since suffering relegation with QPR, and his latest comments have caused the odds to be slashed After making several...
View ArticleNo positive doping tests in last season's Champions League & Europa League
European football's governing body has revealed that no player breached drugs protocol in 2012-13, while also announcing the introduction of blood tests Uefa has announced there were no positive...
View ArticleWhy Real Madrid must drop Arbeloa and start Carvajal next season
The young full-back established himself as one of the Bundesliga's top defenders while at Leverkusen last term and must be considered a starter at the Bernabeu PROFILE By Enis Koylu There is little...
View ArticleAFC president condemns terrorist act in Iraq
Sheikh Salman has urged the local government to ensure that spectators are safe at football matches and insisted that the game should be used to unite people Asian Football Confederation (AFC)...
View ArticleNeymar and Alba set for surgery
The Blaugrana duo are to undergo a minor operation on Friday as it has emerged both have been suffering from Tonsillitis, while David Luiz will also have his nose operated on Barcelona stars Neymar...
View ArticleGotze: Messi is my role model
The former BVB star is keen to follow in the footsteps of the Argentina international and is relishing the opportunity to work under Pep Guardiola New Bayern Munich signing Mario Gotze has revealed...
View ArticleRanieri: Monaco need more players
The Italian coach hopes that the Ligue 2 champions will sign some more players this summer as they aim to join the French elite again Claudio Ranieri has insisted that Monaco's busienss in the...
View ArticleFifa postpone announcement to reveal World Cup ticket prices
The governing body has postponed its announcement of ticket pricing for next year's tournament but say demonstrations seen at the Confederations Cup are not linked to the decision Fifa has delayed the...
View ArticleSpain U20
Our Spanish expert Phil Kitromilides thinks La Rojita should have no problems against an uninspired Mexico team and is backing them to be ahead at half time and full time Arguably the pick of the...
View ArticleNeymar the right man for Barca, says Messi
The Camp Nou star is hoping the Brazil international will sparkle for the club in the same way he has done at international level in recent weeks Lionel Messi believes Neymar is the perfect signing...
View ArticleBale misses the thrill of 'special' Champions League
The Tottenham star, who has been heavily linked with a summer move to Real Madrid, admits he enjoys the open nature of Europe's top competition Tottenham midfielder Gareth Bale has admitted he misses...
View ArticleRonaldinho hoping Confeds Cup break can aid Atletico Mineiro's push for glory
The former Ballon D'or winner is optimistic that his side can benefit the hiatus at club-level to go on to win South America's biggest club football competition this summer £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = NOB...
View ArticleKaka: I will stay at Real Madrid
The Brazil international was one of several players tipped to leave los Blancos following Jose Mourinho's exit but he has confirmed he will not be leaving the Santiago Bernabeu Kaka says he will stay...
View ArticleMaradona: Brazil would not have beaten Spain on neutral ground
The 52-year-old feels the European champions would not have lost to the Selecao without a partisan crowd and feels Lionel Messi is still the world's best player Argentina legend Diego Maradona...
View ArticleNeymar, Casillas and Tahiti
We look back at this summer's tournament, to recount the most memorable - and shocking - moments Brazil may have lifted the trophy, but there are more awards on offer following Sunday's Confederations...
View ArticlePuyol eyes Barcelona contract extension
The veteran defender says he has no intention of calling time on his professional career and is instead targeting a new deal with the Blaugrana Injury-plagued Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has denied...
View ArticleRonaldo: I really miss Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo admits he misses Manchester United and English football but insists he is happy with life at Real Madrid. "I miss English football," said Ronaldo. "For me, it was one of the best...
View ArticleMessi & Neymar shine in charity game
Both players notched in a friendly in Lima, with the Brazilian scoring a stunning long-range effort that totally bamboozled Uruguay goalkeeper Fernando Muslera Lionel Messi and his new Barcelona...
View ArticleIsco: Real Madrid the ultimate for any player
The Spain international was keen to lavish praise on his new club after previously criticising los Blancos in an interview four years ago Isco has claimed that Real Madrid represents the pinnacle of...
View ArticleLavezzi: 'Simple' guy Messi is simply the best
The Argentine attacker has hailed his international team-mate and claims the Barcelona forward is hugely admired by his colleagues for both his club and his country Paris Saint-Germain forward...
View ArticleTottenham was my best transfer option, says Paulinho
The Brazil international confirmed he will be heading to White Hart Lane from Corinthians this summer in a €20 million deal despite attracting interest from Italy and Ukraine £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = SPA...
View ArticleTransfer Talk: Is Fabregas set to follow Higuain to Arsenal?
We run through the latest talking points in world football and which stars could be on the move this summer £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = SPA Draw COR £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = SPA Draw COR £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 =...
View ArticleSandro excited by Paulinho arrival at Tottenham
The midfielder's fellow Brazil international is set to complete a move to north London after impressing in a triumphant Confederations Cup campaign £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = SPA Draw COR £5 £10 £20 £50...
View ArticleTwo out of every 10 babies born in La Paz called Neymar
A survey found that while the names Lionel and Cristiano are not uncommon, they are nowhere near as popular as that of the Brazil superstar In 17 years' time, most adult males living in La Paz will be...
View ArticleBlanc: I love Cavani
The reigning Ligue 1 champions have blown the race for the Uruguay international wide open after revealing their desire to acquire the 26-year-old's signature Paris Saint-Germain boss Laurent Blanc...
View ArticleMarcelo: Brazil back in their rightful place
The Real Madrid left-back believes that his side's Confederations Cup victory shows that they are back among the elite teams of world football Brazil defender Marcelo feels are back among football's...
View ArticleNeymar and Messi will be 'the bomb', says Alves
The Blaugrana right-back believes the duo playing in tandem makes for a mouth-watering prospect, and is confident both can share the limelight at Camp Nou next season Barcelona defender Dani Alves has...
View ArticleCorinthians director confirms Paulinho will move to Tottenham
Corinthians director Roberto de Andrade has confirmed Paulinho will complete a move to Tottenham. I want to take to give our thanks to the immense Paulinho, for all he did for the Corinthians," De...
View ArticleTorres: Early goal cost Spain
The attacker has rued his side's defeat at the Maracana on Sunday, but is confident that they will recover from their loss Fernando Torres is disappointed with Spain's 3-0 loss against Brazil in...
View ArticlePaulinho departure 'imminent' as Tottenham move nears
The Corinthians president says that the 24-year-old is closing in on a transfer away from the club, with Spurs the only team to have made a proposal Tottenham-bound Paulinho has denied reports of an...
View ArticleItaly will be like a wouded animal on Thursday, says Torres
The 29-year-old believes the Azzurri will be seeking revenge after they were humiliated 4-0 in the Euro 2012 final by Vicente del Bosque's men Fernando Torres has warned his team-mates that Italy will...
View ArticlePerez: I'm convinced Ronaldo will renew
The Real Madrid president is adamant that the Portuguese star will renew his existing deal with los Blancos and retire at the Bernabeu Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is convinced Cristiano...
View ArticleJulio Cesar: Brazil must not underestimate Uruguay
The experienced goalkeeper is eagerly anticipating Wednesday's match and is wary of la Celeste's attacking strength Julio Cesar has insisted that Brazil will not take the Confederations Cup semi-final...
View ArticleLugano: Neymar likes to fool referees
The defender hit out at the new Barcelona signing ahead of Uruguay's clash with Brazil and warned his team-mates not to be fooled by him Uruguay captain Diego Lugano has stoked the flames ahead of his...
View ArticleNeymar: I did not let Lugano diving claims affect me
The forward defended himself after helping his nation reach the Confederations Cup final on Wednesday Neymar has strongly refuted claims from Diego Lugano that he dived during Brazil’s 2-1 victory...
View ArticleNeymar, Iniesta & Pirlo among Golden Ball nominees
The trio are joined by Brazil star Paulinho, Uruguay forward Luis Suarez and Spain defender Sergio Ramos in the shortlist for the best player in the Confederations Cup £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = URY Draw...
View ArticleBalotelli’s Confederations Cup over
The 22-year-old has been forced to return to Italy and undergo treatment for a thigh injury Mario Balotelli will miss the remainder of the Confederations Cup with Italy after sustaining a thigh...
View ArticleDavid Luiz tips 'complete' Paulinho to shine for Tottenham
The midfielder is set to join the north London side after the club agreed a £17 million fee with Corinthians, and his Brazil team-mate feels he will adapt well to English football Chelsea centre-back...
View Article'Maradona was better, but Messi's time will come'
The Croatia legend feels the former Napoli star remains the finest exponent the game has ever seen, but backs the Barcelona man to reach similar heights Former Croatia international Davor Suker...
View ArticleHernanes: I would rather face Spain than Italy
The Brazil midfielder has a preference for the reigning world champions and was over the moon with his side’s performance against Uruguay on Wednesday £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = ESP Draw ITA £5 £10 £20 £50...
View ArticleSpain players were not partying before robbery, insists Pique
The centre-back has denied suggestions that the break-in in Recife was preceded by a night of strip poker with a group of women Gerard Pique has dismissed reports that Spain players were partying...
View ArticleLuiz backs Paulinho to be a hit in England
The defender believes his compatriot to be well suited to the hustle and bustle of Premier League football, though the midfielder is keeping his feet on the ground £5 £10 £20 £50 £100 = BRA Draw ESP...
View ArticleSylvinho: It will not be easy for Neymar to outdo Messi
The 39-year-old feels the Argentina international is in a league of his own and has questioned his compatriot's ability to outshine him Former Barcelona defender Sylvinho believes Neymar faces a tough...
View ArticleDel Bosque: Casillas is still Spain's No.1
The Roja head coach has stressed the 32-year-old is likely to start the semi-final with Italy but admitted he was blessed with the number of top keepers at his disposal Spain head coach Vicente del...
View ArticleBrazil were a bit lucky with some of their goals
The Spain coach believed that the Selecao benefited from good fortune for two of their three strikes, but ultimately conceded that his side were inferior throughout the final Spain coach Vicente Del...
View ArticleNeymar: Brazil have made a massive step forward
The 21-year-old was elated with his side's win and feels they have vastly improved in the past few months to lift the Confederations Cup Neymar has admitted Brazil's 3-0 Confederations Cup final win...
View ArticleNeymar proving he is of Barcelona quality
The 21-year-old has highlighted why he belongs at Camp Nou based on his superb displays at the Confederations Cup, according to the former Blaugrana academy director Neymar has demonstrated through...
View ArticleThe ref's lips don't lie: Pique red sparks Shakira abuse
The Colombian singer had little reason to celebrate on Sunday and was even jeered when Gerard Pique was dismissed for a foul on Neymar Gerard Pique's popstar girlfriend Shakira was heckled by Maracana...
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