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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, 20:59
Wayne Rooney: 'I'm proud to play for England'
England striker Wayne Rooney insists that he has no intention of retiring from international football despite another disappointing World Cup showing.Jun 21, 20:45
Vicente del Bosque: 'Xavi will leave Barcelona this summer'
Spain manager Vicente del Bosque confirms that Xavi is to leave Barcelona this summer and join Al-Arabi.Jun 21, 20:30
Yaya, Kolo Toure to remain at World Cup
Ivory Coast duo Yaya and Kolo Toure are to remain at the World Cup following the death of their younger brother earlier this week.Jun 21, 20:11
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Sebastian Vettel remaining optimistic ahead of Austrian Grand Prix
Sebastian Vettel acknowledges that he faces a tough task in tomorrow's Austrian Grand Prix after finishing 13th in qualifying.Jun 21, 19:56
David Silva: 'Spain must learn how to lose'
Spain midfielder David Silva says that his side must "learn how to lose" following their group stage exit at the World Cup.Jun 21, 19:39
Dani Alves slams "idiotic" Alan Shearer comments
Brazil defender Dani Alves has hit back at Alan Shearer for making "idiotic comments" about teammate Fred.Jun 21, 19:23
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World triple jump champion handed one-year ban
Triple jumper Teddy Tamgho is banned from competing for one year after missing three drug tests.Jun 21, 19:08
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Maria Sharapova: 'Winning Wimbledon again would be special'
Maria Sharapova admits that it would be "special" to land back-to-back Grand Slam titles with victory at Wimbledon.Jun 21, 18:50
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Sam Robson century helps England retain lead
Sam Robson hits his maiden century to ensure England hold a 63-run lead over Sri Lanka at the end of day two of their second Test.Jun 21, 18:35
Benoit Assou-Ekotto: "I couldn't control my temper"
Cameroon defender Benoit Assou-Ekotto reveals that he and teammate Benjamin Moukandjo have shaken hands since their on-field coming together.Jun 21, 18:14
Roy Hodgson left "disappointed" by Uruguay defeat
England manager Roy Hodgson admits that he has been left feeling "more than disappointed" following his side's defeat against Uruguay in Sao Paulo.Jun 19, 21:56
Team News: Japan make two changes, Shinji Kagawa dropped to bench
Shinji Kagawa is dropped to the bench for Japan's encounter with Greece as manager Alberto Zaccheroni makes two changes to his side.Jun 19, 21:40
Roy Hodgson: 'Mood in England dressing room is very low'
England manager Roy Hodgson admits that the mood among his players is "very low" following their defeat against Uruguay.Jun 19, 21:23
Pepe handed one-match suspension
Pepe is to miss to Portugal's next game having been handed a one-match suspension following his coming together with Germany's Thomas Muller. Jun 19, 20:59
Luis Suarez brace dents England hopes
Uruguay defeat England 2-1 in Sao Paulo to leave the Three Lions' World Cup last-16 hopes hanging by a thread. Jun 19, 20:52
Sabri Lamouchi: 'Ivory Coast deserved a draw'
Sabri Lamouchi insists that Ivory Coast deserved at least a point in their Group C game against Colombia.Jun 19, 20:21
Jose Pekerman: 'Colombia can't start thinking ahead'
Jose Pekerman warns his Colombia players not to get carried away, having essentially secured their place in the last 16 of the World Cup.Jun 19, 20:07
Igor Akinfeev apologises to supporters for goalkeeping error
Russia goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev apologises to supporters for his error which led to South Korea's goal in Tuesday night's Group H clash.Jun 19, 19:56
Half-Time Report: Luis Suarez heads Uruguay into half-time lead over England
Uruguay lead England at half time in their Group D clash in Sao Paulo courtesy of Luis Suarez's 39th-minute header. Jun 19, 19:46
Antoine Griezmann: 'I've found my place in France team'
Antoine Griezmann says that he feels as though he has now "found his place" in the French national team.Jun 19, 19:20
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Report: England supporters attacked in Sao Paulo ahead of Uruguay game
A report suggests that a group of England supporters have been attacked in Sao Paulo by a Brazilian gang.Jun 19, 18:59
Ivica Olic confident Croatia can progress
Ivica Olic plays up Croatia's chances of progressing from the group stage of the World Cup, saying that his side is good enough to beat Mexico.Jun 19, 18:45
Zvjezdan Misimovic focusing on positives ahead of Nigeria game
Bosnia-Herzegovina's Zvjezdan Misimovic believes that his side can take positives from their 2-1 defeat against Argentina into their match with Nigeria this weekend.Jun 19, 18:28
FIFA moves to ease security worries
Football's world governing body FIFA say that steps have been taken to improve security at World Cup stadia following an incident that took place in the Maracana.Jun 19, 18:11
Sunderland transfer activity 'may go to the wire'
Sunderland director of football Lee Congerton admits that the club's transfer activity "will probably go to the last day of the transfer window".Jun 19, 07:59
Report: Liverpool step up Adam Lallana pursuit
A report suggests that Liverpool will use striker Fabio Borini as a makeweight in their pursuit to land Adam Lallana from Southampton.Jun 19, 07:47
FIFA investigates claims of racist remarks from Mexico supporters
FIFA starts disciplinary proceedings against Mexico supporters following claims of racism during their game against Cameroon last week.Jun 19, 07:15
8am Transfer Talk Update: Arturo Vidal, Adam Lallana, Guillermo Ochoa
Sports Mole runs its eye over the latest transfer news and gossip.Jun 19, 07:00
Pedro: 'Spain will bounce back from World Cup disappointment'
Spanish forward Pedro vows that his side will bounce back from their shock World Cup exit and return to the top once more.Jun 19, 06:36
Ian Bell "honoured" to have reached England Test century
Ian Bell admits that he is "honoured" to have reached 100 Test appearances for England.Jun 19, 06:22
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Freddie Burns selected at fly-half for England
Stuart Lancaster announces that Freddie Burns will start at fly-half against New Zealand in England's third and final Test.Jun 19, 06:00
Oscar Tabarez talks up England attacking quality
Oscar Tabarez talks up England's attacking quality ahead of Uruguay's meeting with the Three Lions tonight.Jun 19, 05:45
Mario Mandzukic: 'Still room for Croatia improvement'
Croatia striker Mario Mandzukic insists that his side can still improve ahead of their final World Cup group game against Mexico.Jun 19, 05:36
Niko Kovac hails Mario Mandzukic return
Niko Kovac hails the impact of returning striker Mario Mandzukic in Croatia's 4-0 victory against Cameroon in Manuas.Jun 19, 05:21
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Joel Tomkins rejoins Wigan Warriors
Wigan Warriors sign Joel Tomkins from rugby league side Saracens for an undisclosed fee.Jun 19, 05:09
Guillermo Ochoa hails 'best performance' of his career
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa admits that he pulled off the greatest performance of his career to earn El Tri a point against Brazil.Jun 17, 21:56
Jorge Sampaoli monitoring Arturo Vidal fitness
Jorge Sampaoli reveals that midfielder Arturo Vidal may not be fit enough to play a part against Spain tomorrow after only recently recovering from surgery.Jun 17, 21:36
Team News: England-based quartet start for South Korea
South Korea name four England-based players in their starting lineup for tonight's Group H match against Russia.Jun 17, 21:22
Vahid Halilhodzic bemoans "disappointing" loss
Vahid Halilhodzic admits that seeing Algeria throw away a first-half lead against Belgium left him feeling 'disappointed'.Jun 17, 21:02
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