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Mesut Özil retires from international football after facing racism and disrespect following his meeting with Turkish president Erdoğan. Read the full story and analysis.
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.
In a thrilling 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinal, Croatia overcame England 2-1 after extra time. Mandžukić's 109th-minute goal sealed Croatia's first-ever final appearance against France.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brazil defeated Mexico 2-0 while Belgium mounted a stunning comeback to beat Japan 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Last 16, advancing to the quarter-finals where they will face each other.
The 2018 FIFA World Cup group stage concluded with dramatic exits for defending champions Germany, Iran, Nigeria, and Senegal. Key matches included Argentina's narrow survival, South Korea's upset over Germany, and Colombia advancing at Senegal's expense.
Belgian midfielder Radja Nainggolan joins Inter Milan from AS Roma in a €38 million deal on a four-year contract, reuniting with coach Luciano Spalletti.
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.