Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo during the match against Uruguay on June 30, 2018
Cristiano Ronaldo quiet on international retirement talk
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo refuses to confirm whether he will walk away from international duty with Portugal following their World Cup exit.
Jul 1, 09:16
 England striker Harry Kane in action during his side's international friendly with Nigeria at Wembley on June 2, 2018
Harry Kane ready for England's "moment of truth" against Colombia
Harry Kane acknowledges that "there is going to be a bit more pressure" on England now that they are into the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jul 1, 09:08
 A generic shot of the outside of Villa Park, home of Aston Villa
Aston Villa management structure 'being probed by EFL chiefs'
Aston Villa are reportedly being probed by the English Football League as concerns have been raised over the lack of footballing experience on the club's board.
Jul 1, 08:42
 David Brooks in action for Sheffield United on March 13, 2018
Wales international David Brooks completes move to Bournemouth
David Brooks completes his move from Sheffield United to Bournemouth in a deal thought to be worth up to £11.5m.
Jul 1, 08:40
 Crystal Palace's Andros Townsend celebrates scoring their first goal in the game against Manchester United on March 5, 2018
Report: Newcastle United still in hunt for Andros Townsend
Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend could be on his way back to Newcastle United in a deal worth £18m, according to a report.
Jul 1, 08:29
 Loris Karius in action for Liverpool on February 24, 2018
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp 'gives up on signing new goalkeeper'
A report claims that Liverpool have given up on signing a new goalkeeper for next season and will instead stick with Loris Karius.
Jul 1, 08:18
 Maurizio Sarri in charge of Napoli on May 6, 2018
Chelsea to announce Maurizio Sarri appointment on Monday?
Ex-Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri and CSKA Moscow striker Aleksandr Golovin are both reportedly in line to join Chelsea in the coming days.
Jul 1, 08:09
 Wayne Rooney in action for Everton on April 7, 2018
Jose Mourinho backs Wayne Rooney to shine in Major League Soccer
Jose Mourinho suggests that Wayne Rooney can help to raise the profile of soccer in the United States following his switch from Everton to DC United.
Jun 30, 22:01
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Burnley considering move for free agent James Collins?
A report claims that James Collins could remain in the Premier League with Burnley next season following his release by West Ham United.
Jun 30, 21:49
 Uruguay manager Oscar Tabarez on November 13, 2017
Oscar Tabarez: France will be "very tough" opponents for Uruguay
Oscar Tabarez hails the "dedication" shown by Uruguay's players to overcome Portugal and set up a quarter-final against France, which he predicts will be even tougher.
Jun 30, 21:38
 Uruguay's Edinson Cavani scores their first goal past Portugal's Rui Patricio on June 30, 2018
Oscar Tabarez "worried" about Edinson Cavani injury
Uruguay manager Oscar Tabarez is "worried" about the injury sustained by Edinson Cavani in the 2-1 win over Portugal, which leaves the striker doubtful to face France.
Jun 30, 21:25
 Uruguay's Edinson Cavani scores their first goal past Portugal's Rui Patricio on June 30, 2018
Fernando Santos congratulates Uruguay on narrow victory
Fernando Santos says that he "would have preferred to play worse and win" after his Portugal side were knocked out of the World Cup with a 2-1 loss to Uruguay.
Jun 30, 21:13
 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo during the match against Uruguay on June 30, 2018
Fernando Santos: "Cristiano Ronaldo still has a lot to give"
Fernando Santos insists that Cristiano Ronaldo "still has a lot to give", playing down talk that the Real Madrid forward is about to retire from the international stage.
Jun 30, 21:02
 Brazil players celebrate after clinching qualification for the 2018 World Cup in Russia
Andres Guardado: 'Brazil perfect last-16 tie for Mexico'
Andres Guardado believes that a meeting with Brazil provides Mexico with "the perfect scenario" to end their 24-year curse in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 30, 20:52
 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their second goal in the match against Panama on June 18, 2018
Maya Yoshida: 'Stopping Romelu Lukaku will be tough'
Japan defender Maya Yoshida concedes that he will not be able to stop Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku from scoring on his own in Monday's last-16 tie.
Jun 30, 20:39
 Japan's players celebrate after reaching the knockout stages of the 2014 World Cup
Roberto Martinez expects "really competitive" game against Japan
Belgium's Roberto Martinez does not anticipate "any big surprises" against last-16 opponents Japan, having faced the Asian side in a Brussels friendly seven months ago.
Jun 30, 20:27
 Chelsea boss Antonio Conte poses with the FA Cup on May 19, 2018
Carlo Tavecchio regrets not meeting Antonio Conte demands
Former Italian Football Federation chief Carlo Tavecchio admits that failing to meet Antonio Conte's wage demands cost Italy a place at the 2018 World Cup.
Jun 30, 20:13
 England's Kieran Trippier in action with Panama's Erick Davis on June 24, 2018
Kieran Trippier plays down David Beckham set-piece comparisons
England wing-back Kieran Trippier plays down comparisons to David Beckham, insisting that he has 'nowhere near' the same quality when it comes to crossing.
Jun 30, 19:59
 Diego Costa celebrates getting the equaliser with David Silva during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
David Silva calls on Spain teammates to remain "focused"
David Silva insists that "sometimes the criticism is not deserved" as Spain aim to continue their World Cup adventure with victory over Russia on Sunday.
Jun 30, 19:48
 Nacho celebrates after putting his side in front during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Spain boss Fernando Hierro: "We need to believe in ourselves"
Fernando Hierro insists that "records are there to be broken" as Spain attempt to end their winless run against host nations at a major tournament.
Jun 30, 19:36
 Croatia's Luka Modric celebrates with Sime Vrsaljko after scoring their second goal against Argentina on June 21, 2018
Luka Modric hails "world-class" Christian Eriksen ahead of last-16 tie
Luka Modric talks up the threat of Christian Eriksen in Denmark's midfield and admits that Croatia must attempt to stop the playmaker in his tracks.
Jun 30, 19:25
 Argentina's Lionel Messi during the match against Croatia on June 21, 2018
Jorge Sampaoli: 'I tried everything for Lionel Messi'
Jorge Sampaoli defends his decision to chop and change his side throughout the World Cup following Argentina's exit at the last-16 stage.
Jun 30, 19:07
 Croatia's Ante Rebic celebrates with teammates after scoring their first goal in the game against Argentina on June 21, 2018
Preview:Croatia vs. Denmark - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the World Cup last-16 clash between Croatia and Denmark.
Jun 30, 17:35
 Ilkay Gundogan in action for Germany on June 8, 2018
Ilkay Gundogan "proud" despite Germany's World Cup failure
Germany midfielder Ilkay Gundogan admits to still being "disappointed" following his side's World Cup exit, but says that he is "proud" to have played in the competition.
Jun 30, 15:57
 Russia manager Stanislav Cherchesov on May 30, 2018
Stanislav Cherchesov: 'I can become a god by beating Spain'
Stanislav Cherchesov insists that "anyone can be God if he tries to" as he attempts to pull off a major shock when Russia take on Spain.
Jun 30, 15:45
 England manager Gareth Southgate watches on during training ahead of the 2018 World Cup
Harry Maguire hails "brave" Gareth Southgate for rotating squad
England centre-back Harry Maguire believes that Gareth Southgate's decision to make eight changes against Belgium will prove to be "the right decision".
Jun 30, 15:32
 Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Portugal during an international friendly with Egypt in March 2018
Luis Suarez plays down Cristiano Ronaldo feud ahead of last-16 tie
Uruguay and Barcelona striker Luis Suarez insists that his rivalry with Portugal and Real Madrid ace Cristiano Ronaldo is limited to club level.
Jun 30, 15:20
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Kenny Miller appointed player-manager of Livingston
Kenny Miller is confirmed as player-manager of Livingston following the expiration of his Rangers contract.
Jun 30, 15:09
 Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring in the Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Jermain Defoe hopes to see Gareth Bale return to Premier League
Jermain Defoe admits that he "would love to see" former Tottenham Hotspur teammate Gareth Bale quit Real Madrid this summer and return to the Premier League.
Jun 29, 17:39
 Ki Sung-yeung in action for Swansea City during an FA Cup clash with Hull City in January 2017
Newcastle United sign Ki Sung-yeung on free transfer
Newcastle United complete their second signing of the summer by adding Ki Sung-yeung to their squad for the next two years.
Jun 29, 17:37
 James Rodriguez in action for Colombia on May 26, 2018
James Rodriguez to undergo MRI scan to determine fitness for England game
Colombia expect to know whether James Rodriguez will be fit to feature against England by the end of Sunday as an MRI scan has been arranged.
Jun 29, 17:25
 Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar in action during the World Cup warm-up match against Croatia at Anfield on June 3, 2018
Ivan Rakitic: 'Neymar's form is improving at World Cup'
Croatia midfielder Ivan Rakitic expects Neymar to return to his best form in the latter stages of the World Cup, having taken time to get going in Russia.
Jun 29, 17:13
 Argentina's Lionel Messi in action against Nigeria on June 26, 2018
Didier Deschamps hopes to "neutralise" Lionel Messi
Didier Deschamps intends to strangle Lionel Messi's influence on Saturday's World Cup clash between France and Argentina, but admits that it will not be easy to do so.
Jun 29, 17:01
 Germany manager Joachim Low on March 27, 2018
Michael Ballack surprised by timing of Joachim Low contract
Michael Ballack admits to being 'shocked' by Germany's early World Cup exit, and questions why Joachim Low was given a new four-year deal before the tournament started.
Jun 29, 16:47
 Generic image of a locker room
Former Barcelona president Sandro Rosell to stand trial
Sandro Rosell, who served as Barcelona president between 2010 and 2014, is to stand trial on charges of money laundering worth an alleged £18m.
Jun 29, 16:34
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Celtic to be without Tom Rogic for Champions League qualifier
Celtic midfielder Tom Rogic is given a fortnight off following his exertions with Australia at the World Cup, ruling him out of Celtic's match against Alashkert FC.
Jun 29, 16:23
 John Stones during an England training session on June 13, 2018
Gareth Southgate has "no concerns" over John Stones fitness
England manager Gareth Southgate insists that he has "no concerns" about the fitness of John Stones, who was replaced midway through the 1-0 loss to Belgium on Thursday.
Jun 29, 16:14
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Fabian Delph temporarily leaves England camp for birth of child
Fabian Delph has returned to England for the birth of his third child with partner Natalie, the Football Association confirms.
Jun 29, 16:03
 Marcus Rashford during an England training session on June 1, 2018
Alan Smith: 'Marcus Rashford wasted his audition to replace Raheem Sterling'
Alan Smith insists that Marcus Rashford did not do enough against Belgium to warrant a starting place ahead of Raheem Sterling for England's showdown with Colombia.
Jun 29, 15:51
 Fred in action for Shakhtar Donetsk on September 26, 2017
Nemanja Matic welcomes Fred's arrival at Manchester United
Nemanja Matic describes Fred as "a great player" and says that he is looking forward to building up a strong understanding with his new Manchester United teammate.
Jun 29, 15:41
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