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.

Ronaldo to Juventus: Five other stars who prove there’s life after 30

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Andrea Pirlo, Frank Lampard and Leonardo Bonucci as players who have made high-profile moves after the age of 30.

Mahrez completes £60m Man City move

Algerian wing Riyad Mahrez has completed a record £60-million move from Leicester City to Manchester City.

Highlights: France vs Belgium

France sealed a spot in the World Cup final after beating Belgium 1-0 in their semi-final clash on Tuesday evening.