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Pont on French harmony

Switzerland assistant coach Michel Pont believes France have found the missing ingredient to national team success.

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Motta wary of Costa Rica threat

Costa Rica's familiarity with warm weather will help them against Italy, according to midfielder Thiago Motta.

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Palace announce Kettings deal

Crystal Palace have signed former Blackpool goalkeeper Chris Kettings on a free transfer.

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Palacios ready for response

Honduras forward Jerry Palacios expects an improved performance when his side clash with Ecuador on Friday.

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Palacios ready for response

Honduras forward Jerry Palacios expects an improved performance when his side clash with Ecuador on Friday.

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Cellino vows to keep McCormack

Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino has pledged to keep in-demand captain Ross McCormack at the club despite significant interest.

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Lotito on fractious fan relations

Lazio president Claudio Lotito has expressed a desire to rebuild his relationship with the club's supporters.

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Vidal hoping to take next step

New Sevilla signing Aleix Vidal said he could not turn down the chance to join the UEFA Europa League winners.

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Sneijder open to United switch

Netherlands midfielder Wesley Sneijder has acknowledged it would be hard to refuse Louis van Gaal if Manchester United came calling for him.

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Ajax announce Muric deal

Eredivisie champions Ajax have announced the signing of highly rated 18-year-old striker Robert Muric.

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Muntari extends Milan stay

Milan have announced that midfielder Sulley Muntari has extended his contract until the end of the 2015-16 season.

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Preview: Japan v Greece

Japan forward Shinji Okazaki has targeted an aggressive approach as they look to keep their FIFA World Cup alive against Greece in Natal.

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Hummels keen on Dortmund stay

Reported Manchester United target Mats Hummels insists leaving Borussia Dortmund is something he does not think about.

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Inter close in on M'Vila deal

Yann M'Vila's switch to Inter looks to be on the verge of completion after he was reportedly seen in Milan.

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Fulham start at Ipswich Town

Fulham's first second-tier match since 2001 sees them visit Ipswich Town while highly fancied Derby County begin against Rotherham United.

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Fiorentina keen on Valbuena move

France midfielder Mathieu Valbuena is attracting serious attention from Fiorentina and clubs in Turkey, his agent has claimed.

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Fabregas on Xavi departure

Ex-Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has added weight to the reports linking Xavi with a big-money switch to Al Arabi.

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Giraldo makes early exit

Seventh seed Santiago Giraldo was a surprise loser in the first round of the ATP Aegon International at Eastbourne on Tuesday.

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Mercedes pair up for Austria GP

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton is desperate to make up ground in Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix.

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Mercedes pair up for Austria GP

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton is desperate to make up ground in Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix.

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Ferrer acknowledges Wimbledon doubt

David Ferrer has acknowledged that he is a doubt for Wimbledon after withdrawing from the ATP Topshelf Open.

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Kingman wins at Ascot

Kingman stormed down the outside to speed past rival Night of Thunder and win the St James's Palace Stakes at Ascot.

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Binny disposes sorry Bangladesh

Stuart Binny claimed stunning figures of 6-4 as Bangladesh lost their last eight wickets for 14 runs and slumped to defeat against India.

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Cook and England players fined

England captain Alastair Cook and his players have been fined for their slow over-rate in the first Test against Sri Lanka.

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FIFA World Cup Preview: Australia v Netherlands

Netherlands are sure to head into Wednesday's FIFA World Cup meeting against Australia full of confidence after their mauling of Spain.

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England stroll past Crusaders

England warmed up for the third and final Test against New Zealand with a 38-7 win over the Crusaders in Christchurch.

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Kings enjoy victory parade

More than 300,000 fans lined the streets of Los Angeles to celebrate at the Kings' NHL winners' trophy parade.

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McKenzie wants balance

Australia coach Ewen McKenzie is hoping his side can strike the ideal blend between attack and defence against France on Saturday.

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Bresciano: No slow start again

Mark Bresciano has promised there will be no repeat of Australia's slow start when they face the Netherlands on Wednesday.

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Taider desperate for Belgium win

Algeria midfielder Saphir Taider feels the only way his side can reach the FIFA World Cup's last 16 is by beating Belgium.

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Damage was done early - Bento

Portugal coach Paulo Bento conceded he never held hope of a miracle comeback in their 4-0 FIFA World Cup hammering against Germany.

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Oscar: I had nothing to prove

Brazil midfielder Oscar felt he answered his critics in the best possible way in his nation's FIFA World Cup opener.

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Shaqiri on Hitzfeld tenure

Switzerland midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri said his team-mates will be doing everything they can to send coach Ottmar Hitzfeld out on a high.

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Russia v South Korea preview

South Korea defender Lee Yong insisted his side are equipped for Russia's physicality when they clash in Cuiaba on Tuesday.

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Van Persie urges calm

Netherlands talisman Robin van Persie is remaining grounded despite his side's outstanding start to the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

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Kawashima: We still believe

Japan goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima has said he and his team-mates are still confident they can reach the last 16 at the FIFA World Cup.

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Thai Premier League Wrap

Buriram United extended their Thai Premier League winning streak to five matches with a 3-0 triumph against TOT on Sunday.

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Raina delighted with openers

Stand-in India captain Suresh Raina hailed the efforts of openers Robin Uthappa and Ajinkya Rahane after his side beat Bangladesh in Dhaka.

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Rahane leads India to victory

Ajinkya Rahane's 64 fired India to a seven-wicket victory in a rain-shortened first one-day international against Bangladesh.

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Gasquet battling injury problems

Top seed Richard Gasquet will be desperate to find form and fitness ahead of Wimbledon at the ATP Aegon International.

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FIFA on lack of Manaus breaks

FIFA have claimed breaks were not deemed necessary in Italy's clash with England despite player reports of hallucinations due to the heat.

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Preview: Ghana v United States

Ghana are wary of a wounded United States side when the two sides open their FIFA World Cup campaigns in Natal on Monday.

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Xu defends Korea crown

World number one Xu Xin bounced back from his China Open disappointment to defend the ITTF Korea Open title on Sunday.

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Genia to undergo ankle surgery

Australia scrum-half Will Genia could miss up to two months of action after it was confirmed he needed ankle surgery.

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England stars staying positive

England captain Steven Gerrard and star forward Wayne Rooney are staying positive despite Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Italy in Manaus.

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Lancaster on England progress

England coach Stuart Lancaster is convinced progress is being made by his side despite successive defeats to New Zealand.

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LeBron still confident

Miami Heat star LeBron James sees no reason why his team could not mount a stunning NBA Finals comeback.

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Suarez hints at handball repeat

Uruguay star Luis Suarez hinted he would have no issue with repeating his infamous deliberate handball if required against England.

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Scots hold off plucky Canada

Scotland survived a significant scare to edge Canada 19-17 in a scrappy affair in Toronto on Saturday.

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Contador reflects on lead

Alberto Contador was staying grounded despite his superb effort in the penultimate stage of the Criterium du Dauphine.

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Sangakkara reflects on Lord's ton

Kumar Sangakkara was delighted to score his first Test century at Lord's as his 147 helped Sri Lanka frustrate England on Saturday.

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Sangakkara inspires Sri Lanka fightback

Kumar Sangakkara's superb 147 helped Sri Lanka to 415-7 at stumps on day three of the first Test against England.

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Contador surges to race lead

Alberto Contador moved ahead of Chris Froome to take the lead on the penultimate stage of the Criterium du Dauphine on Saturday.

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Ivanovic coasts into final

Top seed Ana Ivanovic will play Barbora Zahlavova Strycova in the WTA Aegon Classic showpiece after both won semi-finals on Saturday.

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Marquez sorry for qualifying crash

MotoGP championship leader Marc Marquez apologised to his team after his crash in Saturday's qualifying session in Catalunya.

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Pedrosa ends Marquez's pole run

Marc Marquez failed to claim pole for the first time in 2014 as his late crash saw Dani Pedrosa top the time sheets at the Catalunya MotoGP.

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Carter returns to rugby

New Zealand star Dan Carter returned to rugby after an extended sabbatical in a 51-10 win for local club Southbridge on Saturday.

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Kartik retires from cricket

India left-arm spinner Murali Kartik has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.

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Preview: Japan v Greece

Japan forward Shinji Okazaki has targeted an aggressive approach as they look to keep their FIFA World Cup alive against Greece in Natal.

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Herrera on Mexico hopes

Mexico coach Miguel Herrera said his side have to imagine themselves playing in next month's FIFA World Cup final.

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Brazil 3 Croatia 1

Neymar survived a scare to score twice as hosts Brazil came from behind to open the FIFA World Cup with a 3-1 win over Croatia in Sao Paulo.

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Barcelona on Fabregas departure

Barcelona have claimed Cesc Fabregas's performances got worse in each of his seasons at the club, after his move to Chelsea was confirmed.

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Police, protesters clash in Brazil

Clashes between police and protesters in Sao Paulo have marred the build-up to the FIFA World Cup.

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Ochoa to start in goal for Mexico

Guillermo Ochoa has won the battle to start in goal for Mexico in their FIFA World Cup opener against Cameroon on Friday.

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We are well prepared - Yepes

Colombia captain Mario Yepes said his side are well aware of Greece in preparation for their FIFA World Cup opener on Saturday.

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Stosur, Stephens progress

Samantha Stosur and Sloane Stephens eased through the second round of the WTA Aegon Classic, but fifth seed Lucie Safarova was knocked out.

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Cook on 'exciting' new era

England captain Alastair Cook is keen to open an "exciting" new era for the country when they battle Sri Lanka in the first Test at Lord's.

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Mathews on "hostile" Test series

Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews said his side are focused on cricket only ahead of their first Test against England at Lord's.

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Terrific Trofimov sets Tour goal

Yury Trofimov set his sights on a Tour de France stage win after triumphing at the Criterium du Dauphine on Wednesday.

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Trofimov claims solo win

Yury Trofimov claimed a superb solo victory in stage four at the Criterium du Dauphine as Chris Froome maintained his overall lead.

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Kuchar on US Open hopes

World number five Matt Kuchar believes his short game will be crucial to his hopes of winning this week's US Open in North Carolina.

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Mancini leaves Galatasaray

Galatasaray have announced that they have parted company with manager Roberto Mancini by mutual consent.

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Blackpool appoint Riga

Championship outfit Blackpool have announced Jose Riga as their new manager as they look to recover from a disastrous season.

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Popovich lauds Leonard impact

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich hailed the efforts of Kawhi Leonard after his side took a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals.

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I could never have a female coach - Matosevic

Marinko Matosevic insisted he could not be coached by a woman in the wake of his upset win over Marin Cilic at Queen's Club.

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Hardaker hit with five-game ban

Leeds Rhinos full-back Zak Hardaker has been slapped with a five-game ban after he was found guilty of homophobic abuse.

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We have evolved - Shaqiri

Switzerland winger Xherdan Shaqiri feels his side have improved immensely since the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

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Minda elated at late inclusion

Ecuador midfielder Oswaldo Minda was delighted to be called up to his nation's FIFA World Cup squad on the verge of the tournament.

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Chavez calls for fast start

Honduras midfielder Marvin Chavez has targeted a fast start as his side prepare to open the FIFA World Cup against France on Sunday.

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Wednesday confirm Mammadov takeover

Championship club Sheffield Wednesday have announced that Azerbaijani businessman Hafiz Mammadov has completed his takeover.

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Hodgson downplays Manaus heat

England coach Roy Hodgson has moved to downplay the impact the Manaus heat will have on his side against Italy on Saturday.

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Ricciardo delighted after Montreal win

Australian Daniel Ricciardo was elated after claiming his first Formula One victory in a drama-filled Canadian Grand Prix.

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Ricciardo wins Montreal GP thriller

Red Bull driver Daniel Ricciardo won his first Formula One race as Mercedes' 2014 dominance was temporarily halted in Canada.

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Williamson ton leads New Zealand

Kane Williamson's patient century gave New Zealand control at stumps on day one of the first Test against the West Indies.

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CAF Champions League Wrap

ES Tunis came from behind to beat CS Sfaxien and keep their hopes of progression from the group stages of the CAF Champions League alive.

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Trinidad and Tobago 0 Iran 2

Iran will enter the FIFA World Cup in good spirits after a 2-0 friendly win over Trinidad and Tobago in Sao Paulo on Sunday.

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We are confident - Thirimanne

Sri Lanka stand-in captain Lahiru Thirimanne said spirits were high despite their tour match against Northamptonshire ending in a draw.

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Rose not feeling the pressure

Reigning US Open champion Justin Rose does not feel he is under any extra pressure to defend his title in North Carolina.

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Froome reflects on stage win

Chris Froome was not getting carried away after he won stage one of the Criterium du Dauphine on Sunday.

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Froome claims early lead

Chris Froome opened his Criterium du Dauphine defence with an ominous win in Sunday's individual time trial in Lyon.

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McKenzie bemoans Moore injury

Australia coach Ewen McKenzie bemoaned the injury suffered by captain Stephen Moore in his side's 50-23 thrashing of France on Saturday.

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Australia makes history for O'Brien

Favourite Australia stormed down the home straight to make history for trainer Aidan O'Brien and win Saturday's Epsom Derby.

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Guintoli fires ominous warning

Sylvain Guintoli ominously expects to improve in Sunday's main races at the Superbike World Grand Prix in Malaysia.

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Oviedo on Costa Rica hopes

Injured Costa Rica utilityman Bryan Oviedo has warned Uruguay, England and Italy not to take his team-mates lightly at the FIFA World Cup.

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Van Gaal wary of Chile

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal is wary of FIFA World Cup opponents Chile and has revealed he once tried to sign Arturo Vidal.

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Herrera on Mexico's poor finishing

Mexico coach Miguel Herrera has urged his forwards to be more clinical after they suffered a last-gasp 1-0 friendly defeat to Portugal.

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Guintoli sets Sepang pace

Aprilia rider Sylvain Guintoli won his second superpole of the season in Saturday's action at the World Superbikes Grand Prix in Malaysia.

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Benayoun returns to Maccabi Haifa

Israel captain Yossi Benayoun has walked away from English football to return to Maccabi Haifa.

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Benzema on Real's Suarez interest

Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema thinks Liverpool's Luis Suarez needs more than one good season before the Spanish giants move for him.

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Lukaku wants out of Chelsea

Romelu Lukaku has revealed he wants to leave Chelsea after the FIFA World Cup and claimed "many clubs" want to sign him.

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El Salvador v Spain Preview

Spain striker Diego Costa could return from injury in his nation's final pre-FIFA World Cup friendly against El Salvador on Saturday.

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Roma seal Keita deal

Roma have signed midfielder Seydou Keita on a free transfer, with the player penning a one-year deal at the Serie A club.

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Turan wants Atletico stay

Atletico Madrid midfielder Arda Turan has said he is "very happy" at the club and not interested in a move elsewhere.

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Nuremberg appoint Ismael

Recently relegated Nuremberg have appointed Valerien Ismael as manager as they look for a quick Bundesliga return.

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Low surprised by Ozil critics

Germany coach Joachim Low is surprised at the criticism for Mesut Ozil and has backed him to come good at the FIFA World Cup.

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Propper extends Vitesse stay

Vitesse midfielder Davy Propper has signed a new three-year deal, keeping him at the club until June 2017.

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Beikzadeh makes final Iran squad

Hashem Beikzadeh has overcome a troublesome calf problem to feature in Iran's 23-man FIFA World Cup squad.

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Alonso on Spain's World Cup hopes

Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso knows his side must deal with the pressure that comes as defending FIFA World Cup champions in Brazil.

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Messi on friendly win

Argentina star Lionel Messi has expressed optimism regarding his side's chances of success at the FIFA World Cup.

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Chiellini apologises to Italy fans

Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini has apologised to the team's fans after their lacklustre 1-1 friendly draw against Luxembourg.

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Brazil receive rankings boost

Brazil have been boosted ahead of the FIFA World Cup after they rose to third in the governing body's latest rankings.

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Valencia sorry for reaction

Antonio Valencia has apologised to the Ecuador squad and Raheem Sterling for his red card in Wednesday's 2-2 friendly draw against England.

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Preview: Mexico v Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo may be back in training, but his involvement against Mexico in Friday's friendly in the United States seems unlikely.

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Atletico confirm Moya signing

La Liga champions Atletico Madrid have signed Getafe goalkeeper Miguel Angel Moya, subject to the completion of a medical.

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Van der Vaart on Heitinga future

John Heitinga would be a perfect fit for Hertha Berlin, according to Netherlands team-mate Rafael van der Vaart.

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Pachuca on Chelsea's Damm interest

Chelsea want to sign Pachuca winger Jurgen Damm and will travel to Mexico to discuss a move, the Liga MX outfit have claimed.

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Kubica on Mercedes tension

Ex-Formula One driver Robert Kubica expects tensions between Mercedes pair Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg to linger all season.

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Clarke on Zimbabwe tri-series

Australia captain Michael Clarke has warned South Africa and Zimbabwe his side will be strong in their one-day series that starts in August.

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Shearer praises forward Sturridge

Former England striker Alan Shearer said Daniel Sturridge can have a great international career if he believes in himself.

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Britton extends Swansea deal

Swansea City midfielder Leon Britton has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until June 2017.

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Mourinho wants Schwarzer stay

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is "very keen" for Australian Mark Schwarzer to stay at Stamford Bridge, the goalkeeper has claimed.

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World Cup 2014: Greece

The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil will see 32 teams battle it out for football's ultimate prize. Here we profile Greece.

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World Cup 2014: Portugal

The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil will see 32 teams battle it out for football's ultimate prize. Here we profile Portugal.

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Australia cut Kennedy, Wilkshire

Josh Kennedy and Luke Wilkshire were shock omissions as Australia coach Ange Postecoglou finally settled on his 23-man FIFA World Cup squad.

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WC 2014: Cristiano Ronaldo

The 2014 FIFA World Cup will bring together standout players from right across the globe. Here we profile Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo.

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WC 2014: Giorgos Karagounis

The 2014 FIFA World Cup will bring together standout players from right across the globe. Here we profile Greece's Giorgos Karagounis.

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WC 2014: Clint Dempsey (USA)

The 2014 FIFA World Cup will bring together standout players from right across the globe. Here we profile the United States' Clint Dempsey.

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WC 2014: Didier Drogba (Ivory Coast)

The 2014 FIFA World Cup will bring together standout players from right across the globe. Here we profile Ivory Coast's Didier Drogba.

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WC 2014: Wayne Rooney (England)

The 2014 FIFA World Cup will bring together standout players from right across the globe. Here we profile England forward Wayne Rooney.

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WC 2014: Samuel Eto'o (Cameroon)

The 2014 FIFA World Cup will bring together standout players from right across the globe. Here we profile Cameroon forward Samuel Eto'o.

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Palestine qualify for Asian Cup

Palestine sealed historic qualification for the 2015 Asian Cup by defeating the Philippines 1-0 in the AFC Challenge Cup final on Friday.

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Cadel Evans falls off the pace at Giro

Colombian Julian Arredondo posted a solo win in stage 18 of the Giro d'Italia as compatriot Nairo Quintana retained the race lead.

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Halep, Kvitova, Jankovic win

Major upsets were avoided in the women's singles at the French Open on Thursday, as Simona Halep, Petra Kvitova and Jelena Jankovic won.

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De Gea on Costa fitness

Diego Costa should be given until the last minute to prove his fitness for Spain, goalkeeper David De Gea has claimed.

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Buffon sets Italy bar high

Italy captain Gianluigi Buffon believes that anything less than a quarter-final appearance at the FIFA World Cup would be a failure.

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Martino praises Messi

Argentina star Lionel Messi can lead his side to FIFA World Cup glory, former Barcelona coach Gerardo Martino has claimed.

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Lahm return boosts Germany

Germany captain Philipp Lahm's return to training is a significant boost, according to team manager Oliver Bierhoff.

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Van der Vaart to miss World Cup

Rafael van der Vaart will miss the 2014 FIFA World Cup with a calf problem, the Netherlands Football Association (KNVB) have announced.

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Volland on Klose help

Hoffenheim striker Kevin Volland is enjoying the experience of working with the experienced Miroslav Klose in Germany camp.

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Klinsmann on Dempsey absence

United States coach Jurgen Klinsmann allayed fears about Clint Dempsey's troublesome groin after Tuesday's 2-0 friendly win over Azerbaijan.

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Yepes on Falcao's World Cup hopes

Colombia forward Radamel Falcao is making every effort to feature in this year's FIFA World Cup, captain Mario Yepes has claimed.

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Li, Wozniacki shocked

Second seed Li Na was shocked by world number 103 Kristina Mladenovic while Caroline Wozniacki also lost in the French Open on Tuesday.

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Nadal not content despite big win

Rafael Nadal felt he had room for improvement despite restricting Robby Ginepri to just three games in a first-round French Open thrashing.

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Preview: Nigeria v Scotland

Nigeria begin a set of pre-FIFA World Cup friendlies when they battle an in-form Scotland at Craven Cottage in London on Wednesday.

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Belgium 5 Luxembourg 1

Romelu Lukaku scored a hat-trick and Adnan Januzaj made his long-awaited international debut in Belgium's 5-1 friendly win over Luxembourg.

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Costa facing race against time

Diego Costa's bid to feature in the FIFA World Cup will go down to the wire, according to specialist doctor Pedro Guillen.

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Pathan fires Kolkata to win

Yusuf Pathan's whirlwind 72 fired the Kolkata Knight Riders to victory and a double chance in the Indian Premier League play-offs.

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Kohlschreiber wins on home soil

Top seed Philipp Kohlschreiber warmed up for the French Open by beating Ivo Karlovic in the final of the Dusseldorf Open on Saturday.

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Gulbis claims Nice success

Ernests Gulbis beat Federico Delbonis in straight sets to win his sixth ATP Tour title at the Nice Open on Saturday.

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Real Madrid champions of Europe

Diego Simeone stormed the pitch after Atletico Madrid collapsed in farcical scenes as city rivals Real Madrid won the UEFA Champions League.

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FIFA on World Cup fixing

FIFA's director of security believes the governing body have successfully mitigated the threat of match-fixing at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

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Kohli bemoans Bangalore bowling

Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli bemoaned his side's bowling after their Indian Premier League play-off hopes were dashed.

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Karlovic beats Monaco in Dusseldorf

Defending Dusseldorf Open champion Juan Monaco was no match for Ivo Karlovic's serving in Thursday's quarter-final action.

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Delbonis topples Isner in Nice

Federico Delbonis surprised top seed John Isner in the quarter-finals of the Nice Open on Thursday.

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Simmons hundred fires Mumbai

Lendl Simmons hit the first hundred of this year's Indian Premier League season to keep Mumbai Indians' play-off hopes alive on Wednesday.

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Bouhanni claims narrow Giro win

Frenchman Nacer Bouhanni edged an exciting sprint finish to win stage seven of the Giro d'Italia on Friday.

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Vettel ahead of Monaco race

Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel has warned Mercedes pair Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg just how dangerous mistakes in Monaco can be.

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Warner to sit out Zimbabwe tour

David Warner will play no part in Australia's tri-series in Zimbabwe later this year in preparation for the batsman's first child.

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Phelps on burning desire to win

Swimming great Michael Phelps is adamant that his burning ambition to win has not waned since his return to the sport.

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Williams reached Rome semi-finals

Serena Williams' defence of her WTA Internazionali d'Italia title gathered pace with a comfortable quarter-final victory on Friday.

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Pieters takes slender lead

Belgian Thomas Pieters claimed a one-shot lead at the halfway point of the Open de Espana in Girona on Friday.

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Yuvraj fires Bangalore to victory

Yuvraj Singh's whirlwind 68 helped the Royal Challengers Bangalore continue Delhi's miserable Indian Premier League season.

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Hodgson opts for youthful squad

Ross Barkley, Jordan Henderson, Raheem Sterling and Luke Shaw all won selection in England's youthful 23-man FIFA World Cup squad.

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Sharapova claims Madrid success

Maria Sharapova had to come from behind to win the WTA Madrid Open final against Simona Halep on Sunday.

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Melzer upsets Isner in Rome

Jurgen Melzer upset ninth seed John Isner in the first round of the ATP Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome on Sunday.

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Norwich 0 Arsenal 2

Norwich City's Premier League relegation was confirmed as Arsenal warmed up for the FA Cup final with a comfortable 2-0 win at Carrow Road.

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Scottish Premiership Wrap

Hibernian dropped into the Scottish Premiership's relegation play-off after slumping to a 1-0 home defeat against Kilmarnock on Saturday.

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Floyd Mayweather is 'beatable' says Amir Khan

English boxer Amir Khan is convinced he can become the first man to beat unbeaten welterweight Floyd Mayweather.

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McEnroe open to coaching Murray

American tennis legend John McEnroe has revealed he would be willing to consider coaching Wimbledon champion Andy Murray.

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Nadal's top ranking under threat

Reigning Madrid Open champion Rafael Nadal could lose his world number one ranking if he fails to defend his title in the Spanish capital.

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Khan still wants Mayweather bout

Amir Khan hopes a strong showing against Luis Collazo will earn him a dream bout against American Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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Pittayarat retains lead

Panuphol Pittayarat retained his lead at The Championship on Friday, despite the chasing pack moving closer.

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Hamilton up for Spanish test

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton is raring to go ahead of Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona as he aims for four wins in a row.

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Record not used as motivation

Australia coach Tim Sheens claims that equalling the country's record streak of Test wins was not used as motivation against New Zealand.

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Benfica 2 Juventus 1

Lima's late goal strengthened Benfica's bid for UEFA Europa League redemption as they edged Juventus 2-1 in the semi-final first leg.

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No Tour, no worries for Evans

Australian rider Cadel Evans has no issues about not competing in the 2014 Tour de France.

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Mile Jedinak: Crystal Palace will not ease off

Crystal Palace captain Mile Jedinak insists his team will not ease off now their Premier League survival has been secured.

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Adams on Old Trafford atmosphere

Norwich City coach Neil Adams is expecting a raucous Old Trafford atmosphere when his side visit Manchester United on Saturday.

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Brady in FA Cup final bid

Hull City winger Robbie Brady is hoping to win his race against time and be fit for next month's FA Cup final against Arsenal at Wembley.

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Moyes breaks silence

David Moyes has broken his silence after being sacked by Manchester United, admitting that he shared the frustration of the club's fans.

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Stunning Maxwell form continues

Glenn Maxwell's outstanding run of form continued as his 95 fired Kings XI Punjab to a 72-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday.

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Ancelotti on Moyes departure

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has offered his sympathy to David Moyes after Manchester United sacked the Scot on Tuesday.

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United part company with Moyes

Manchester United have parted company with manager David Moyes.

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La Liga Wrap: Late goals crucial for Real Sociedad, Valencia

Carlos Vela's stoppage-time winner helped Real Sociedad to a 2-1 triumph over Espanyol that strengthened their UEFA Europa League push.

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AFC Champions League Wrap

Pohang Steelers, Al Shabab, Al Jazira and Foolad booked their spots in the AFC Champions League's last 16 on Wednesday.

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Ancelotti delighted with win

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was delighted after his side edged Barcelona 2-1 in Wednesday's Copa del Rey final.

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Johnson to consider his future

Australia spearhead Mitchell Johnson will consider retiring from at least one format of international cricket to focus on his Test career.

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Perth Wildcats claim sixth NBL title

Perth Wildcats won a record sixth NBL championship after a 93-59 triumph over the Adelaide 36ers gave them a 2-1 grand final series win.

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Do not write off Yuvraj - Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar has become the latest Indian cricket icon to leap to the defence of the under-fire Yuvraj Singh.

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Froome's Tour chances boosted

Chris Froome's Tour de France defence was boosted by Richie Porte's withdrawal from the Giro d'Italia on Monday.

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Shane Warne tempted by England coaching job

Australia legend Shane Warne has hinted he is tempted by the vacant post in charge of England's struggling cricket team.

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Sangakkara, Jayawardene retire in style

Sri Lanka veterans Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene retired in style as they beat India by six wickets in the World Twenty20 final.

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Watson: I will pick Tiger at Ryder Cup

United States captain Tom Watson will pick Tiger Woods for the Ryder Cup, regardless of whether he qualifies for a place.

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West Indies v Sri Lanka preview

Captain Darren Sammy is "very confident" about West Indies' chances against Sri Lanka in their ICC World Twenty20 semi-final.

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Sunderland 1 West Ham 2

Sunderland suffered a significant blow to their Premier League survival hopes as West Ham won 2-1 at the Stadium of Light on Monday.

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Bailey laments poor batting

Australia captain George Bailey conceded that his side have not batted well enough at the ICC World Twenty20 following yet another defeat.

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Serie A Wrap

Juventus' 22-match unbeaten run in Serie A came to an end on Sunday while Roma's 2-0 win at Sassuolo was shrouded in controversy.

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Australia humbled by India

Australia's miserable ICC World Twenty20 continued as they lost to India by 73 runs on the day their tournament exit was confirmed.

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Adelaide, Perth win in NBL

Adelaide and Perth are just one win away from reaching the NBL grand final after starting their best-of-three semi-finals well.

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Lambert on Moyes treatment

Manchester United manager David Moyes has been treated unfairly, according to Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert.

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