Richarlison battled depression after Brazil World Cup exit

Brazil striker Richarlison battled with depression after his country's quarterfinal loss to Croatia at the 2022 World Cup and considered quitting football.

Would probably have left national team if we did not win World Cup: Messi

Lionel Messi said that he would have retired from international football if Argentina had not won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Germany find the right mix with Euro 2024 on the horizon

With two wins out of two against top-class opposition, Euro 2024 hosts Germany look to have found the right balance under coach Julian Nagelsmann with the tournament on the horizon.

Palestine loss hard to digest for Cabrera

Bangladesh nearly pulled off a highly improbable feat of escaping with a point to maintain their unbeaten run at the Bashundhara Kings Arena in Dhaka yesterday but ended up succumbing to a 1-0 defeat against Palestine in a Group I fixture of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.

Germany have belief back ahead of Euro 2024, says Lahm

Germany have regained their self-confidence after a 2-0 win against France last week three months before hosting Euro 2024, World Cup winner Philipp Lahm told AFP in an interview.

Di Maria threatened by drug gangs in hometown: reports

Argentine captain and Rosario-born Lionel Messi was also threatened in a letter last year after unidentified gunmen attacked a supermarket owned by his wife Antonela Roccuzzo's family.

Spain not a racist country, says Carvajal before Brazil friendly

Real Madrid and Brazil forward Vinicius Junior has suffered racial abuse on many occasions in recent years, with one incident in Valencia in May provoking worldwide outrage.

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Dani Alves pays bail and can leave Spanish jail: court

"We hereby inform you that the deposit of Daniel Alves' bail has been registered in the accounts of the 21st section of the Barcelona Court," said a statement.

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USA beats Mexico 2-0 for CONCACAF Nations League title

"It never gets old winning titles for your country. I'll never take any of them for granted," Reyna said.

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Pellegrini, Barella give Italy 2-0 win over Ecuador

Italy coach Luciano Spalletti made 11 changes to the lineup from Thursday's 2-1 win over Venezuela, which was the first of the two matches on the U.S tour, giving more players a chance to prove themselves before the Euro 2024 finals in Germany.

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Pele to Endrick: Five teen talents that lit up Brazil

The five-times World Cup winners are renowned for their "jogo bonito" philosophy and reputation of churning out the world's most talented players, the latest being 17-year-old starlet Endrick who scored against England on Saturday.

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Can Bangladesh maintain unbeaten record at Kings Arena?

After being outplayed by Palestine in the away match of the World Cup Qualifiers, Bangladesh are seeking motivation for Tuesday’s home match against the same opposition on home ground and in front of home crowd.

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'Germany defeat a wake-up call for France'

France were completely outclassed by Germany in their 2-0 defeat on Saturday and should treat the loss as a wake-up call ahead of the European Championship, midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni said.

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Spain 'contenders' at Euro 2024 but need 'time', says De La Fuente

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente insists his squad has the "raw materials" to make a title push at Euro 2024 where the former champions will be "contenders".

4d ago

Martino fury after Messi-less Miami thrashed by Red Bulls

Miami, missing the injured Lionel Messi, were torn apart at New York's Red Bull Arena as former Inter player Lewis Morgan scored a superb hat-trick.

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Canada, Costa Rica seal Copa America berths with playoff wins

Canada advanced to the tournament after defeating Trinidad & Tobago 2-0 before Costa Rica came from behind to down Honduras 3-1 at the Toyota Stadium in Frisco.

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