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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.
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.
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.
Relive the intense Last 16 matches of the 2018 FIFA World Cup where Russia and Croatia triumphed over Spain and Denmark in penalty shootouts, marking historic moments.
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.
Manchester City defeated Chelsea 2-0 to win the 2018 English Community Shield, with Sergio Agüero scoring a brace including his 200th club goal at Wembley Stadium.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spanish legend Andrés Iniesta retires from international football after Spain's World Cup loss to Russia. Reflect on his career, achievements, and impact on the team.
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.
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.
Manchester City signs Riyad Mahrez from Leicester City for £60 million, their highest transfer fee ever. The Algerian forward joins on a five-year contract through 2023.
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.
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.
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.
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.