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Barcelona center back Ronald Araujo has defended his decision to undergo thigh surgery on Wednesday at the likely expense of missing the World Cup.Araujo was injured on Uruguay duty against Iran last Friday. He returned to Barcelona and…

England will head to the World Cup on the back of a six-match winless sequence but with at least some pride and confidence restored after a thrilling 3-3 draw at home to Germany in the Nations League on Monday.Gareth Southgate's listless…

Coach Luis Enrique tried to stay optimistic about Spain’s chances of advancing in the Nations League following a disappointing home loss to Switzerland.After all, La Roja can still secure a spot in the Final Four with a win in Portugal on…

Novak Djokovic said he was bothered by a wrist problem during the Laver Cup in London and that his lengthy absence from the Tour recently could be to blame.The three-day tournament in London's O2 Arena was Djokovic's first event since the…

With the 2022 FIFA World Cup set to be held in Qatar, it looks like the safety of female football fans is at high risk if they are raped during the showpiece event. The Arab country's strict Islamic code outlaws all sexual contact between…

Croatia and the Netherlands booked their places in the last four of the Nations League as holders France needed a favour to avoid relegation from the top tier on Sunday.Les Bleus lost 2-0 in Denmark to finish with just one win from their…

Two of the greatest players in the history of the beautiful game, goal machines Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a storied rivalry during their respective La Liga stints at FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. While Argentine stalwart…

The Asian Cup was supposed to be, in Thomas Dennerby’s words, the point where women’s football would take off in India. But Covid-19 delivered a kick in the teeth. What couldn’t happen in January could next month when India hosts the…

Two-time Olympic Games medallist PV Sindhu might have been forced out of the 36th National Games by an injury but her heart and mind will be here in Gujarat. "It is unfortunate that I will not be competing in the Games due to my injury.…

Paris Saint Germain (PSG) superstar Neymar decided to cut short his interview when a reporter opted to give a special mention to his teammate and French forward Kylian Mbappe on Friday. Regaining his top form at PSG in the 2022-2023…

With Cristiano Ronaldo currently not in Erik ten Hag's plans for Manchester United, the striker has seen his place in the starting XI lost to Marcus Rashford. The duo have also had a difficult relationship, having to compete for Ten Hag's…

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo had a nightmarish outing in the ongoing edition of the UEFA Nations League on Saturday. The Manchester United superstar suffered a massive injury scare during Portugal's A-Group 2 match against Czech…

Arsenal have "a good chance" to win the Premier League title this season in the absence of a dominant team, former manager Arsene Wenger said. League-leaders Arsenal are on 18 points from the opening seven matches of the season with…

England were relegated from the top-tier of UEFA Nations League on Friday, as they lost 1-0 to Italy, at San Siro in Milan. The match summed up England's limp run to the upcoming FIFA World Cup this year and Gareth Southgate also received…

Spanish Football is in turmoil after 15 players on the women’s national team pulled out of the squad saying their coach has “significantly” affected their “emotional state” and their health.Late Thursday, the federation announced that the…

Rubbing salt into the wound of Bundesliga fans and taking a sly dig at his former club, goal machine Robert Lewandowski feels that the road to individual success is somewhat 'shorter' from Barcelona than Bayern Munich. Lewandowski, who…

ATK Mohun Bagan's Ashutosh Mehta, who had also made one international appearance, became the first Indian Super League player to be handed a ban for doping as he has been suspended for two years by the NADA's Anti-Doping Disciplinary…

KFC France distanced itself from comments from a senior executive saying the fast food chain may take legal action over forward Kylian Mbappe's refusal to take part in some of the French national team's sponsorship commitments.Alain Beral,…

FIFA came under pressure Wednesday from several European soccer federations who want their captains to wear an armband with a rainbow heart design during World Cup games in Qatar to campaign against discrimination.France and Germany, the…

Tottenham Hotspur and England defender Eric Dier said fan behaviour at soccer games is a serious problem and that he feels "too uncomfortable" for his family to attend away matches.The Premier League said in June it will introduce…

Considered to be one of the greatest footballers in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo is currently not having the best of seasons. The Portugal captain expressed his desire to leave during the summer transfer window but find a suitor. The…

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead the European giants in the 2022 edition of the FIFA World Cup. Often dubbed as one of the greatest players in the history of the beautiful game, Portuguese goal machine Ronaldo is already…

Chelsea have sacked their commercial director Damian Willoughby due to sexual harassment allegations. The scandal came into light when football finance agent Catalina Kim revealed evidence of inappropriate messages. It is being reported…

Ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo has defeated Lionel Messi as Instagram's most influential football player. The rankings have been based on Nielsen's date, which analysed total followers, follower growth, engagement…

Robert Lewandowski increased his support for Ukraine on Tuesday when the Poland captain pledged to take an armband in the country’s blue-yellow flag colors to the World Cup in November.Lewandowski first showed his opposition to the…

Qatar’s ambassador to Germany was urged Monday to abolish his country’s penalties for homosexuality at a human rights congress hosted by the German soccer federation two months before the Middle East country stages the World Cup.Fan…

PSG built on their position on top of the Ligue 1 table with a 1-0 win against Lyon, on Monday at the Groupama Stadium. The win also helped PSG extend their unbeaten run in the French League with Lionel Messi finding the back of the net.…

Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson has been added to the England squad for their upcoming Nations League matches against Italy and Germany, the FA said on Tuesday. Henderson was not part of manager Gareth Southgate's initial squad…

Kalvin Phillips withdrew from the England squad on Tuesday because of a shoulder injury in a concern for coach Gareth Southgate ahead of the World Cup. Phillips was replaced by fellow central midfielder Jordan Henderson, with England…

With Cristiano Ronaldo expected to depart Manchester United in the winter transfer window, the Premier League club are expected to make a bid for Barcelona striker Antoine Griezmann. The Frenchman is currently with Atletico Madrid on a…