FIFA World Cup
Rangers lose Sydney finale
Australian Nathan Burns scored the only goal as Rangers lost their final Sydney Festival of Football match to AEK Athens.
Less is more for Van Gaal
Bayern Munich coach Louis van Gaal maintains he has too many strikers and that signing another is out of the question, even if one of his current crop were to be sold.
President’s praise for Nigeria
Nigeria has been enthralled by the exploits of their team at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup and even the nation’s President has lavished praise on them.
Smith confident over new players
Rangers manager Walter Smith is confident he will have signed at least two new players before the start of the new season.
U19s triumph to restore French faith
A dramatic late goal from substitute Alexandre Lacazette earned hosts France a 2-1 victory over Spain in the final of the UEFA European Under-19 Championship.
Valdivia to join Palmeiras
Chile international Jorge Valdivia will leave Al Ain for Brazilian side Palmeiras, the United Arab Emirates club have confirmed.
Hernandez goal helps see off United
Mexico international Javier Hernandez scored against his new team as Manchester United were beaten by Chivas Guadalajara in the final game of their North American tour.
James: I’ll never retire from England
David James wants to lead his new club Bristol City into the Premier League and is waiting to hear if he still has a future with England.
Robinho eyes Santos stay
Manchester City’s record signing Robinho hopes to extend his stay with Brazilian side Santos, where the FIFA World Cup star has been on loan since January.
Diarra committed to Bordeaux
France midfielder Alou Diarra has insisted he is committed to Bordeaux despite ongoing interest from French champions Marseille.
Puel admits Gomis may go
Lyon boss Claude Puel has hinted he could be prepared to sell striker Bafetimbi Gomis to Fenerbahce.
Madrid complete Khedira deal
Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Germany midfielder Sami Khedira from Stuttgart on a five-year deal.
Wenger issues title challenge to Fabregas
Arsene Wenger has challenged captain Cesc Fabregas to help drive the Gunners towards Premier League title next season.
Boateng makes Greek switch
Former Hull and Aston Villa midfielder George Boateng has joined Skoda Xanthi, the Greek club have confirmed.
Mallorca appeal rejected
Mallorca have failed in their appeal against expulsion from this season’s UEFA Europa League.
Two surprise packages vie for bronze
It’s not the big final showdown they had hoped for but there’s still plenty to play for as Korea Republic and Colombia decide who finishes in third place at Germany 2010.
Wenger targets centre-half
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he is keen to sign another defender following the departures of veteran centre-halves Sol Campbell and William Gallas.
Lazio sign City’s Garrido
Javier Garrido’s three-year stay at Manchester City has come to an end after the club today announced he has joined Serie A giants Lazio.
James signs for Bristol City
Championship outfit Bristol City have completed the signing of England goalkeeper David James on a one-year contract.
Ivorians, Italy set London date
Côte d’Ivoire will take on Italy in a friendly at English side West Ham United’s Upton Park stadium in London on 10 August, the Ivorian federation have announced.
Spartak lure Espanyol’s Pareja
Russia’s nine-time champions Spartak Moscow have boosted their defence by signing Argentinian fullback Nicolas Pareja from Spanish side Espanyol.
Nigeria plot a final surprise
In a fascinating match-up in the final of Germany 2010, the host nation and former champions face a Nigeria side flying the flag for Africa and underdogs everywhere.
New-look Vasco eye clássico conquest
With Felipe and Ze Roberto set to make their debuts, and Carlos Alberto back from injury, Paulo Cesar Gusmao’s new-look Vasco da Gama are ready to take on arch-rivals Flamengo.
New Celtic deal for McCourt
Celtic have announced that Paddy McCourt has signed a new three-year contract.
Huggel quits international game
Swiss midfielder Benjamin Huggel has announced his retirement from the national team.
Agent: Ronaldinho deal a formality
Ronaldinho’s agent is confident the AC Milan playmaker with sign a three-year extension at the San Siro, thanks to help from the club’s new sponsors.
Managerial merry-go-round in full swing
With new men at the helm of Brazil, Real Madrid and many of the world’s other leading club and international sides, it has been a frenetic close season of coaching changes.
Gross: Room for improvement
Stuttgart coach Christian Gross has said that his team must improve despite claiming a 3-2 first leg win away to Molde in the UEFA Europa League.
World leagues preview
Four derbies in the Brasileirao and Thierry Henry’s MLS debut provide the weekend’s highlights in the biggest leagues outside Europe.
The things they say: Gunter Netzer
Gunter Netzer has never been shy to express his views on football. Following his retirement from punditry, FIFA.com reflects on some of his more memorable comments.
Benayoun relishing Chelsea challenge
After three years at Liverpool, Chelsea’s new signing Yossi Benayoun is ready for the challenge of breaking into a team which won the double last season.
Roo defender North joins Phoenix
Australian international defender Jade North will play for Wellington Phoenix in this Australian A-League season, the club said on Friday.
Wenger expects Arsenal to impress
Arsene Wenger wants Arsenal to use this weekend’s Emirates Cup clashes against AC Milan and Celtic to send a warning to their Premier League rivals.
Hodgson encouraged by Reds’ opening
Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson felt his young team acquitted themselves well after coming through a potentially tricky UEFA Europa League test at FK Rabotnicki.
Liverpool, Juve make winning starts
European big guns Liverpool and Juventus commenced their respective UEFA Europa League campaigns with victory in the first legs of their third qualifying round ties.
Hughes reign begins at Fulham
Mark Hughes was tonight confirmed as Fulham’s new manager after agreeing a two-year deal at the Craven Cottage club.
Germany and Nigeria into the final
Just two teams remain in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup: the host nation and Nigeria. FIFA.com rounds up semi-final day at Germany 2010.
Uruguay star Fernandez joins MLS
Uruguay midfielder Alvaro Fernandez, who played in four South Africa 2010 matches for the semi-finalists, has joined American club Seattle Sounders..
Injured Ronaldinho out of Emirates Cup
AC Milan’s Brazilian star Ronaldinho has been ruled of the weekend’s four-team Emirates Cup in London because of a muscle strain in his left leg.
Ibra moves to end speculation
Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists he is staying at the Catalan club despite mounting speculation he could be moving on this summer.
Early strike proves a winner for Nigeria
Nigeria became the first African team to reach the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup final as they overcame Colombia with a second minute goal in Bielefeld.
M’bia punished for late return
Stephane M’bia is facing a fine for arriving back at Marseille late for pre-season training, but club president Jean-Claude Dassier said the matter is already in the past.
Wenger wants Arsenal improvement
Arsene Wenger insists Arsenal can mount a genuine English Premier League title challenge despite the millions being spent by the likes of Manchester City.
No stopping rampant Germany
Germany scored another five goals to defeat Koreat Republic and book their place in Sunday’s final. Maren Meinert’s team have now racked up 18 goals in five tournament games.
Beckham happy in LA
David Beckham has “no interest” in leaving the Los Angeles Galaxy and has had no contact with West Ham, a spokesman for the England star has revealed.
Ferguson: No loans for Hernandez, Macheda
Sir Alex Ferguson has said that he has no intention of sending Javier Hernandez out on loan in his debut season in the Premier League.
Fabregas admits to feeling torn
Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas admits he is torn between a move to Barcelona and remaining in north London.
African leaders look to keep out front
The final group stage of the CAF Champions League continues this weekend as three previous champions all look to build on away wins in the previous round.
Kayal signs for Celtic
Defensive midfielder Beram Kayal, who has been capped 13 times by Israel, has become Celtic’s seventh signing of the summer.
Grant stands firm over Parker
Scott Parker is not leaving West Ham United according to Avram Grant, who has backed Robert Green and Matthew Upson to bounce back from their disappointment in South Africa.
Porto land Brazilian striker Walter
Porto have added to their Brazilian contingent with the signing of 21-year-old striker Walter, who impressed in the colours of Internacional.
