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Day seven of the 2018 FIFA World Cup saw Portugal, Uruguay, and Spain clinch 1-0 victories, with goals from Ronaldo, Suárez, and Costa. Uruguay and Russia advance to the knockout stage, while Morocco and Saudi Arabia are eliminated.
Chelsea FC names Maurizio Sarri as new head coach on a three-year deal, replacing Antonio Conte. Sarri brings Jorginho from Napoli. Explore the implications for Chelsea and the Premier League.
Sevilla FC completes the transfer of defender Aleix Vidal from FC Barcelona for €8.5 million plus variables. The Spanish player returns on a four-year contract after winning multiple trophies at Camp Nou.
Mesut Özil retires from international football after facing racism and disrespect following his meeting with Turkish president Erdoğan. Read the full story and analysis.
Cristiano Ronaldo moves from Real Madrid to Juventus in a record €112 million deal, becoming Serie A's most expensive signing. Explore the contract, his legendary Real Madrid tenure, and the transfer's profound implications for Italian football.
Spain appoints Luis Enrique as men's national team coach on a two-year contract after World Cup turmoil. Enrique, a former Barcelona treble-winner, aims to restore stability ahead of UEFA Nations League debut.
Luis Suárez scored a hat-trick as Barcelona thrashed Real Madrid 5-1 in LaLiga, with goals from Coutinho and Vidal. Messi missed due to injury. Full match details and post-match reactions.
Everton FC secures French defender Lucas Digne from Barcelona in a €20.2 million deal with add-ons. Digne signs a five-year contract, bringing experience from PSG and Barcelona to the Premier League.
FC Barcelona has completed the signing of Chilean midfielder Arturo Vidal from Bayern Munich on a three-year deal, adding experience and energy to their squad for the upcoming season.
Italian icon Gianluigi Buffon signs a one-year deal with Paris Saint-Germain after 17 years at Juventus, aiming for Champions League glory and bringing veteran leadership to Ligue 1.
France defeated Belgium 1-0 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinal, with Samuel Umtiti's second-half header proving decisive, booking their spot in the final against Croatia.
England beats Sweden 2-0 to advance to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals, while Croatia defeats hosts Russia 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. Full match analysis and coach quotes.