Spain Star Xabi Alonso Reportedly Set to Retire from International Football

Midfielder Xabi Alonso is set to announce his retirement from international football, according to reports in Spain. Marca claims that the Spain star will confirm his decision after the World Cup following Spain’s elimination from the tournament, as reported by Eurosport.com. The 32-year-old has been an integral part of the success enjoyed by Spain in recent years, with two European Championship... 

Wayne Rooney Apologises to England Fans for World Cup Exit

England striker Wayne Rooney has apologised to supporters for the team’s exit from the World Cup, reports BBC Sport. The Manchester United forward was part of the teams that were beaten by both Italy and Uruguay in the opening two matches in Group D. Those losses eventually saw the Three Lions eliminated from the tournament after Costa Rica defeated Italy on Friday. It is the first time England... 

Louis Van Gaal Confirms Netherlands 23-Man Squad for World Cup Finals

Netherlands head coach Louis van Gaal has confirmed his 23-man squad for the World Cup finals in Brazil. There are few surprises in the incoming Manchester United manager’s party following the withdrawal of Hamburg midfielder Rafael van der Vaart through injury earlier this week. The former Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid star suffered a calf injury in training, as John Drayton of the Daily... 

Japan vs. Cyprus: Score, Report and Post-Match Reaction

Japan 1-0 Cyprus Atsuto Uchida offered a timely reminder to Arsenal of his goal-scoring qualities with the only strike of the game against Cyprus. The Schalke right-back, who has been linked with the Gunners (according to Ross Dunbar of the Daily Mirror), was on hand to slot home the winner in the World Cup warm-up game in Saitama, Japan. Uchida struck in the 43rd minute of a disappointing... 

Frank Lampard Confirmed as England Vice-Captain for 2014 World Cup in Brazil

England manager Roy Hodgson has named Frank Lampard as his vice-captain for the World Cup finals in Brazil, the Football Association website has reported. The Chelsea midfielder will act as a back-up leader to Three Lions captain Steven Gerrard at the finals in South America. And Hodgson believes the experience of the 35-year-old will be vital as England line up against Italy, Uruguay and Costa Rica... 

France and Marseille Goalkeeper Steve Mandanda Confirms He Will Miss World Cup

Marseille and France goalkeeper Steve Mandanda has confirmed that he will miss the World Cup finals through injury, reports Sky Sports. The 27-year-old suffered a neck problem after a collision with Mustapha Yatabare while playing for his club in the 1-0 win over Guingamp on Saturday night. Mandanda was withdrawn from the game, leaving his participation at the finals in Brazil under threat. And... 

Euro 2016 Qualifying Draw: Live Results, Groups and Reaction

England have been handed a straight-forward draw for the Euro 2016 qualification campaign. Roy Hodgson’s team have been placed in Group E alongside Switzerland, Slovenia, Estonia, Lithuania and San Marino. The England head coach will be up against a Swiss country he took to the World Cup finals in 1994, while the rest of the group look relatively comfortable for the Three Lions. Scotland and... 

Roy Hodgson Turns to Forrest Gump for England World Cup Draw Analysis

England manager Roy Hodgson has summoned the spirit of Forrest Gump in his analysis of his country’s World Cup draw hopes, as Martyn Herman of Reuters reported (via Yahoo.com). Steven Gerrard and his teammates will discover their group-stage opponents for the finals in Brazil on Friday when the World Cup draw gets underway. Hodgson will fly out to Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday to attend the draw,... 

Brazil Unveil New Kit for the 2014 World Cup Finals

The year 2014 is going to be a special one for Brazil and its legion of football supporters. The prospect of the World Cup finals taking place in the South American country is a mouth-watering one. And Luiz Felipe Scolari and his team have been finding some good form in the recent preparation matches in readiness for FIFA’s elite tournament next summer. Now Brazil have unveiled the football strip... 

Wales 17-7 Tonga: IRB Nominee Leigh Halfpenny Boots Welsh to Victory

Leigh Halfpenny celebrated his inclusion on the International Rugby Board Player of the Year shortlist, via Sky Sports, with a seven-point haul with his boot to help Wales defeat Tonga 17-7 at the Millennium Stadium. Owen Williams and Ashley Beck both scored tries during a disappointing match against the Pacific Islanders in which Warren Gatland’s team failed to pierce their opponents in... 

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