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Liverpool close in on signing Sunderland's Simon Mignolet
Reportedly, Liverpool have held extensive talks with the Sunderland goalkeeper for a 10-million-pound transfer.
Losing first game of tournament is terrible, says Scolari
Losing the first match of a tournament is terrible, said Brazil coach Luis Felipe Scolari on the eve of the Confederations Cup opener against Japan.
Massimo Ambrosini leaving AC Milan after 18 seasons
AC Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini is leaving the club after 18 seasons, he told a news conference on Friday.
Liverpool agree on deal to sign Celta striker Aspas
Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Celta Vigo striker Iago Aspas, the club said on Thursday.
Confident of winning U-17 FIFA World Cup bid: Praful Patel
Having got the government clearance, AIFF president Praful Patel on Thursday expressed confidence that India would win the right to host the U-17 FIFA World Cup in 2017 despite facing strong competition from the other three bidding countries.
Javier Mascherano off for kicking medical cart driver
Mascherano appeared to have water thrown at him as he was being taken off the pitch, after picking up a knock.
Goa football club slams AIFF over I-League, IPL-style event
A leading soccer club in Goa has slammed the All India Football Federation's (AIFF) decision to bring in far-reaching changes in the existing I-League format and promote an IPL-style tournament.
Robin van Persie replaces Wesley Sneijder as new Dutch captain
Robin van Persie has replaced Wesley Sneijder as permanent first captain, Dutch head coach Louis van Gaal said.
Marcelo Bielsa to leave Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao president Josu Urrutia said that Bielsa will not continue as first team coach at the La Liga club next season.
Real Sociedad hire Jagoba Arrasate as coach
Sociedad earned a spot in a Champions League playoff to enter into Europe's top-tier club competition after finishing fourth in the Spanish league last season.
Dutch goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg joins Fulham
Dutch international goalkeeper Maarten Stekelenburg moved to Fulham from Italian Serie A club Roma on a four-year contract.
Roberto Martinez confirmed as the new Everton manager
Martinez replaces David Moyes who left Everton in May after 11 years to take over from Alex Ferguson who has retired as manager of Manchester United.
Neymar signs a 5-year deal with Barcelona
Brazil striker Neymar has completed his move to La Liga champions Barcelona for an undisclosed fee.
Chelsea faithful rejoice at return of "Special One"
Jose Mourinho, 50, replaces Rafael Benitez after leaving the La Liga club Real Madrid, and has signed a four-year contract.
Premier League apologises for Mourinho gaffe
A Premier League apologised for the error and said it was a publishing mistake.
Neymar could be next Messi, says Lampard
Frank Lampard said that new Barcelona signing Neymar has the potential to be as good as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
