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Hong Myung-bo steps down from South Korea post
Hong Myung-bo resigns as South Korea manager only a week after being persuaded to stay on despite their failure to win a game at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.Jul 10, 11:48
Ron Vlaar was happy to step up first in Netherlands' penalty-shootout loss
Ron Vlaar insists that he was happy to take on the responsibility of Netherlands' first penalty, despite missing in their World Cup semi-final shootout defeat to Argentina.Jul 10, 11:30
Live Coverage: World Cup live: July 10 - as it happened
Sports Mole's rolling news coverage of day 28 of the World Cup in Brazil as we bring you reaction to Argentina setting up a final with Germany at the Maracana.Jul 10, 11:02
Argentina claim shootout victory against the Netherlands
Argentina beat the Netherlands 4-2 in a penalty shootout to book a World Cup final meeting against Germany.Jul 9, 22:48
Fifpro: Luis Suarez ban "lacks clarity"
Players' union Fifpro argue that Luis Suarez's suspension "from all football-related activity" lacks clarity and is not fully understood by Liverpool, the FA or PFA.Jul 9, 21:30
Half-Time Report: Defences on top in Sao Paulo stalemate between Argentina and Netherlands
Argentina and Netherlands are goalless at half time in their World Cup semi-final, with neither Arjen Robben nor Lionel Messi yet having a major influence on the game.Jul 9, 20:50
Neymar "progressing very well" in recovery from World Cup-ending injury
Barcelona reveal that Brazil superstar Neymar is "progressing very well" from the back injury that ended his World Cup campaign before their semi-final humiliation.Jul 9, 20:35
Divock Origi has "offers from all over Europe"
Belgium's World Cup star and Liverpool target Divock Origi reveals that he will take a couple of weeks to decide his future as he considers "offers from all over Europe".Jul 9, 20:08
Luiz Felipe Scolari to decide future after World Cup third-place playoff?
Luiz Felipe Scolari, under fire after Brazil's humiliating World Cup exit, will not make a decision on his future until after their third-place playoff on Saturday.Jul 9, 19:44
Luiz Felipe Scolari: Brazil's World Cup "wasn't so bad"
Luiz Felipe Scolari insists that Brazil can still look back on their World Cup campaign positively despite their humiliating 7-1 semi-final elimination at the hands of Germany.Jul 9, 19:23
Eduardo thanks Shakhtar Donetsk upon departure
Former Arsenal striker Eduardo is expected to snub Premier League interest and join Brazilian side Flamengo after issuing his goodbyes to Shakhtar Donetsk.Jul 9, 00:58
Toni Kroos "convinced" Germany will win World Cup
Germany midfielder Toni Kroos is "convinced" that they will win the World Cup on Sunday after humbling hosts Brazil 7-1 on their way to reaching the final.Jul 9, 00:44
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Paul McGinley gives Paul Lawrie Ryder Cup lifeline
European captain Paul McGinley insists that Scotsman Paul Lawrie still has a chance of earning himself a wildcard pick for the Ryder Cup in Gleneagles this September.Jul 9, 00:22
Millwall make Bobby Zamora approach?
Millwall reportedly begin talks with Queens Park Rangers' playoff final hero Bobby Zamora, who is out of contract at Loftus Road and yet to agree a new deal.Jul 8, 23:59
Report: Fierce competition for USA star DeAndre Yedlin
Several of Europe's biggest clubs, including Roma and Liverpool, are reportedly vying for USA World Cup star and Seattle Sounders right-back DeAndre Yedlin.Jul 8, 23:40
Louis van Gaal to join Manchester United squad on tour next week
Manchester United confirm that new manager Louis van Gaal will join them on their pre-season tour to the USA, less than a week after the conclusion of the World Cup.Jul 8, 23:20
Louis van Gaal anticipates "50-50" semi-final
Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal is expecting a "50-50" match when his side face Argentina in Sao Paulo on Wednesday for a place in the World Cup final.Jul 8, 22:59
Celtic's Scott Brown 'faces three months on sidelines'
Celtic captain Scott Brown is expected to miss the start of the SPL season and up to three months of action after suffering a hamstring injury in a pre-season friendly.Jul 8, 22:40
Arsenal close in on Alexis Sanchez and Mathieu Debuchy?
Arsenal are believed to be close to announcing the £40m double capture of Barcelona forward Alexis Sanchez and Newcastle United right-back Mathieu Debuchy.Jul 8, 22:18
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Report: Santino Marella announces retirement at house show
WWE funnyman Santino Marella, a former Intercontinental, United States and Tag Team champion, reportedly announces his retirement at a live event in Toronto.Jul 8, 01:07
Injury-ravaged Ryan Taylor resumes full training at Newcastle United
Ryan Taylor thanks Newcastle United's fans for their support throughout two injury-ravaged years after returning to full Magpies training.Jul 8, 00:54
Joel Campbell to be offered to Newcastle United in Mathieu Debuchy deal?
Costa Rica World Cup hero Joel Campbell or Carl Jenkinson may be offered to Newcastle as part-exchange for Arsenal target Mathieu Debuchy, according to a report.Jul 8, 00:38
Barcelona to rival Manchester United for Mats Hummels?
Barcelona are reportedly preparing to snatch Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels from under the noses of Manchester United by offering him a bumper salary.Jul 8, 00:18
Andros Townsend targeting "big season" at Tottenham Hotspur
Spurs winger Andros Townsend admits that the upcoming campaign is a "big season" in his development as he targets more consistent performances under Mauricio Pochettino.Jul 7, 23:56
Luiz Felipe Scolari: "Neymar has done his share"
Brazil boss Luiz Felipe Scolari admits that Neymar has "done his share" in helping them to the last four and hopes that they can win the World Cup for their injured talisman.Jul 7, 23:30
Barry Hearn sells stake in Leyton Orient to Italian businessman
Sports promoter Barry Hearn completes the sale of his majority stake in Leyton Orient to Italian businessman Francesco Becchetti.Jul 7, 23:14
Report: Inter closing in on Yann M'Vila loan
Inter Milan are reportedly close to agreeing a deal to bring Rubin Kazan midfielder Yann M'Vila to the San Siro, on an initial season-long loan with a purchasing option.Jul 7, 22:59
Vanishing spray to be used in Champions League
Heine Allegmagne claims that his vanishing spray invention, which has been a popular feature at the World Cup, will be used in the Champions League next season.Jul 7, 22:37
Tottenham Hotspur fail in swap deal for Swansea City pair?
Tottenham reportedly fail in an ambitious attempt to land Swansea City pair Ben Davies and Michel Vorm in a straight swap deal, with Gylfi Sigurdsson going the other way.Jul 7, 22:20
Joachim Low: 'Neuer good enough to play outfield'
Germany coach Joachim Low has no concerns about Manuel Neuer rushing off his line as he claims that the goalkeeper is good enough technically to play in midfield.Jul 4, 14:08
Enner Valencia targets move to Europe
Ecuador forward and reported Everton target Enner Valencia hopes that his performances at the World Cup will be enough to earn him a summer move to Europe.Jul 4, 13:47
Toni Kroos: 'Germany are better than France'
Toni Kroos is confident that Germany are a better team than France and will progress to the World Cup semi-finals if they perform close to their best at the Maracana.Jul 4, 13:19
Thomas Muller among Germans suffering from flu?
Germany top scorer Thomas Muller is believed to be one of the seven players struck down by flu prior to their World Cup quarter-final against France on Friday.Jul 4, 12:54
Jose Pekerman: 'Brazil have yet to hit potential'
Colombia coach Jose Pekerman admits that hosts Brazil have yet to find top form at the World Cup ahead of their quarter-final with the Selecao in Fortaleza on Friday.Jul 4, 12:30
Colombia manager Jose Pekerman expects "even" game with Brazil
Colombia manager Jose Pekerman expects both sides to be "at the peak of their performances" when his team take on Brazil in their World Cup quarter-final in Fortaleza.Jul 4, 12:01
Ronaldo: 'Neymar can handle the pressure at World Cup'
Brazil legend Ronaldo is confident that Selecao talisman Neymar can cope with having the pressure of the nation on his shoulders as they try to win a home World Cup.Jul 4, 11:38
Ronaldo urges Luis Felipe Scolari to make changes
Brazilian legend Ronaldo urges Selecao manager Luis Felipe Scolari to make changes in attack for their World Cup quarter-final against Colombia on Friday.Jul 4, 11:16
Luis Felipe Scolari to drop striker for Brazil's World Cup quarter-final?
Brazil manager Luis Felipe Scolari is reportedly considering dropping Fred and going without a recognised striker for their World Cup quarter-final against Colombia.Jul 4, 10:54
Luis Felipe Scolari: 'Brazil have one hand on World Cup'
Brazil manager Luis Felipe Scolari insists that he remains confident of winning the World Cup on home soil despite their underwhelming passage into the quarter-finals.Jul 4, 10:35
Live Coverage: World Cup live: July 4 - as it happened
Sports Mole's rolling news coverage on quarter-final day of the World Cup in Brazil.Jul 4, 10:02
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