France and Belgium Secure World Cup Semifinal Spots with Dominant Quarterfinal Performances
In the 2018 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, France beat Uruguay 2-0 and Belgium defeated Brazil 2-1, ensuring only European teams remain in the tournament.
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In the 2018 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, France beat Uruguay 2-0 and Belgium defeated Brazil 2-1, ensuring only European teams remain in the tournament.
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.
Belgium defeated England 2-0 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup third-place match, with goals from Meunier and Hazard. Explore the match analysis, key events, and coach reactions.
Atlético Madrid defender Juanfran has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until June 2019. Learn about his impressive career, trophies, and the impact of this renewal on the team's future.
Javier Mascherano retires from international duty after Argentina's 3-4 loss to France in the 2018 World Cup, ending a 15-year career with a record 147 caps and multiple tournament medals.
Javier Pastore joins AS Roma from Paris Saint-Germain on a five-year contract for €24.7 million. The Argentine midfielder brings experience from over 250 games with PSG and expresses excitement about his return to Italy.
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.
France defeated Argentina 4-3 with Kylian Mbappé's historic brace, while Uruguay edged Portugal 2-1 via Edinson Cavani's double, advancing both to the 2018 World Cup quarter-finals.
Liverpool FC has signed Swiss winger Xherdan Shaqiri on a long-term contract after triggering his £13 million release clause from Stoke City. Shaqiri brings experience from top European clubs and international success.
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah signs a long-term deal until 2023 after a record-breaking season with 32 Premier League goals, Golden Boot, and PFA Player of the Year awards.
Days 8-11 of FIFA World Cup 2018 saw Belgium and England confirm knockout phase qualification, while Poland and Costa Rica were eliminated. Key matches featured dramatic wins and standout performances.
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.
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.