The Roma star says his side possess the quality to challenge anyone on the biggest stage as they prepare for their World Cup opener on Sunday
Wednesday 11 June 2014
Pele: Rooney key for England
Robben: No regrets, I’m proud of 2010
The Bayern Munich winger insists he has put is South Africa disappointment behind him and can't wait to kick-off World Cup 2014 in Brazil
Rakitic excited by 'dream' Barcelona switch
The Croatia international has expressed his delight as he edges closer to completing a move to Camp Nou from the Europa League winners
Tuesday 10 June 2014
Sneijder: World Cup final loss is my biggest disappointment
The Netherlands midfielder admits that he is still troubled by his side's 2010 defeat to Spain, reflecting on how close he and his team-mates were to securing a historic victory
Kaka move possible, says Sao Paulo chief
Tricolor president Carlos Miguel Aidar has opened the door for the Brazilian midfielder to rejoin the club, but only if he shows a desire for the move to happen
Diego Costa: I'm in perfect shape for World Cup
The Atletico Madrid striker claims he is in the best possible condition ahead of Spain's opener with the Netherlands on Friday, insisting his injury problems are behind him
Fifa select Nishimura to referee World Cup opener
The Japanese official will take charge of the tournament's curtain-raiser when Brazil face Croatia on Thursday, having previously overseen the Selecao's elimination in 2010
Welbeck and Sturridge enjoy capoeira dance-off ahead of Italy clash
The pair performed handstands in front of a number of local youngsters in Rio de Janeiro, as well as team-mates Adam Lallana, Jack Wilshere and Fraser Forster
Neymar: I'd heard horrible things about Messi
The Brazil striker has revealed that he was apprehensive about meeting his Barcelona team-mate when he first arrived at Camp Nou, but now has nothing negative to say about him
It's good to play in a World Cup but winning is even better,' says Pogba
The France midfielder hopes that victory in Brazil is not beyond him and his team-mates, and has set his sights on a successful tournament in the heart of the Bleus' midfield
Arsenal in talks to re-sign Carlos Vela, says Real Sociedad chief
The Gunners are keen to bring the Mexican back to north London, and he would be available for just €4 million, though the striker himself hopes to remain in Spain
Marco Reus to miss start of Bundesliga season
The 25-year-old has sustained more significant damage to his ankle than first feared and is set to be out of action until at least September
Mourinho tips Nigeria to progress
De Laurentiis: Arsenal's Insigne interest makes me laugh
The Napoli president has no desire to sell the 23-year-old, despite the Gunners' overtures, and also poured cold water on a potential bid for Tottenham winger Erik Lamela
Breaking News: Mandzukic decide to leave Bayern
The striker says despite his best efforts he simply cannot get the best out of himself in the club's new playing style and will now depart for pastures new
Sunday 8 June 2014
Lukaku injury not too bad - Wilmots
The 21-year-old is expected to lead the lines for the Rode Duivels at this summer's showpiece and the coach says
Young coaches should go abroad for experience - Moyes
Following Louis van Gaal's appointment at Manchester United, Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is the only
Nicollin happy Cabella didn't join Newcastle
The Montpellier president is hoping his player's recent call-up to France's World Cup squad will see his price tag increase, with the 70-year-old looking to sell for €15 million
Sony call for Qatar investigation
Reports in the British media claim members of the nation's bidding team paid money to officials of other countries in exchange for votes
Del Bosque: Spain are ready
The 63-year-old sung the praises of David Villa after he scored in Saturday's friendly, and was pleased to see Diego Costa come through a 70-minute run out
Bento applauds 'fantastic' Eduardo
The Braga star was in inspired form as his side snatched a last-gasp friendly victory on Saturday
Saturday 7 June 2014
BREAKING NEWS: Mascherano agrees contract extension with Barcelona
The Argentina international has agreed to an improved four-year deal at Camp Nou which includes a buyout clause of €100 million
'England won't hold back from tackles' - Gerrard
Despite an injury to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain as well as Franck Ribery and Marco Reus missing out on the World Cup, the Three Lions skipper wants his side to be fully committed
Santos: Greece need their pressing game back
The 59-year-old believes his side have shown good progress in their World Cup warm-up games but has urged them to return to their very best when on the defensive
Barcelona close in on €35 million Marquinhos deal
The defender only signed for Paris Saint-Germain less than 11 months ago but looks set to leave for Camp Nou, while Dani Alves could move in the opposite direction
Brazil hero Kaka hails his Super Fans
EXCLUSIVE: The legendary forward posed for photographs and engaged with Super Fans from all over Europe as part of Hyundai's FIFA World Cup 2014™ campaign
England should make the quarter-finals - Keown
The former international defender, who featured at two World Cups, expects Roy Hodgson's men to reach the last eight in Brazil
Stop Messi? I'll need a gun - Thiago Silva
The defender has joked he may need to resort to special measures in a bid to stop him in his tracks, should the pair meet this summer
Marco Reus laments 'shattered' World Cup dream
The winger says he "cannot find the words to express what he's feeling" as he faces up to the prospect of spending the summer undergoing rehabilitation
Benzema: Real Madrid's potential Suarez signing doesn't worry me
Breaking News HE IS BACK: Portugal boosted by Ronaldo return
The Real Madrid star has been hampered by injury problems since the end of his club season but now appears to have overcome those troubles
Del Bosque: Diego Costa will play
The striker has struggled with injury in recent weeks but will feature on Saturday as he bids to prove his fitness prior to the World Cup
Barcelona will never find another Messi - Iniesta
The midfielder has heaped praise on his club team-mate, while revealing his admiration for another Argentine, Juan Roman Riquelme
Balotelli must listen to Seedorf - Prandelli
The striker's career has been plagued by episodes of indiscipline and his national team coach says now is the time to seize the "opportunity of a lifetime" at the World Cup
Ribery ruled out but France still have no Nasri regrets
COMMENT: An injury to Les Bleus' star man has hampered their World Cup chances, though there are few tears being shed for the excluded Manchester City player
Brazil mourns Fernandao death
The 36-year-old was found dead along with four other people on Saturday following an accident as he made a routine trip in the aircraft of a business associate
Friday 6 June 2014
Transfer Update: Moreno denies that Liverpool deal is in place
The Spain international is excited by the prospect of facing Real Madrid in the European Super Cup, with the Reds having been told to pay €22 million for his services
Police fire tear gas at Sao Paulo protesters ahead of World Cup opener
Workers on strike clashed with the authorities just six days ahead of World Cup curtain-raiser, increasing fears of
Ince rejects Inter switch in favour of Premier League return
The former Blackpool and Crystal Palace winger has snubbed an opportunity to move to San Siro as he wants another spell with an English top-flight outfit
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