Pogba urges France to avenge Euros defeat

Paul Pogba has urged France not to let an opportunity to win the World Cup pass as Les Bleus booked their place in Sunday’s showpiece with a 1-0 win over Belgium.

Rennais had no respect for me – Erasmus

Former Orlando Pirates striker Kermit Erasmus feels he was pushed out by Stade Rennais after failing to make an impact at the French Ligue 1 outfit.

Mosimane warns Sundowns not to underestimate Togo-Port

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has warned his side not to take AS Togo-Port lightly when the two sides lock horns in the Caf Champions League.

Ronaldo explains need for ‘new cycle’

Cristiano Ronaldo has thanked Real Madrid for an ‘absolutely wonderful’ nine years at the club after revealing the time was right to start a new chapter of his illustrious career with Juventus.

Ronaldo to Juventus: Ballon d’Or – The CR7 years

Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision to leave Real Madrid for Juventus brings to a close one of the most fruitful relationships in the history of football.

Deschamps eschews artistry in pursuit of greatest prize

There was a pleasing reassurance to be had in St Petersburg around mid-morning on Tuesday.

Ronaldo to Juventus: Ibrahimovic, Robben and Europe’s greatest league-hopping champions

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo’s move to Juventus opens up the opportunity for the Portugal superstar to win a league title in a third different country.

Ramos pays tribute to Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo will always be remembered by Real Madrid, says club captain Sergio Ramos.

Dier wary of ‘world class’ Rakitic and Modric

Eric Dier has praised Croatia duo Ivan Rakitic and Luka Modric, warning that England must contain them to book a first World Cup final spot in 52 years.

Croatia vs England: Young focusing on Three Lions threat

Ashley Young wants England to focus on their own qualities ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Croatia, rather than worry about the threat of Luka Modric.