Soccer News
'Messi could leave on a free'
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 07:00
Terry Gibson insists he can see a scenario where Lionel Messi leaves Barcelona on a free transfer next summer.
Germany Stays on Course With Rout of Norway in World Cup Qualifying
The New York Times - 5 Sep 2017 06:02
Germany roared to a 6-0 win over the Norwegians, an encouraging performance after their narrow 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic last week.
For U.S., a Tough Spot With Little Room for Error
The New York Times - 5 Sep 2017 03:50
After a loss at home in World Cup qualifying, the United States faces a challenging match in Honduras, with the team with which it is tied for third in its group.
Rashford puts England on brink of World Cup qualification
Miami Herald - 5 Sep 2017 00:21
Marcus Rashford made amends after an expensive early mistake to fire England to a 2-1 win over Slovakia and within sight of next year's World Cup in Russia on Monday. …
Germany, England close in on World Cup qualification
Miami Herald - 5 Sep 2017 00:14
Germany roared back to its best in a 6-0 demolition of Norway, while England also closed in on World Cup qualification, albeit in contrasting fashion in a come-from-behind 2-1 victory …
Moldova 0 Wales 2: Coleman´s side survive nail-biter to go second in World Cup qualifying group
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 23:59
Wales can continue to dream of qualifying for a first World Cup since 1958 after late goals snatched a nail-biting 2-0 win over Moldova in Chisinau. With Serbia winning 1-0 in Dublin, Wales only needed victory against a ...
Turkey beats Croatia 1-0 to open up qualifying Group I
Miami Herald - 5 Sep 2017 23:55
Cenk Tosun scored a second-half goal to lead Turkey to a 1-0 win over Croatia that blew Group I wide open in European qualifying for next year's World Cup. The …
Republic of Ireland 0 Serbia 1: Kolarov strike dents Irish World Cup hopes
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 23:51
The Republic of Ireland’s hopes of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup were severely dented after falling to a 1-0 home defeat to Serbia. Aleksandar Kolarov’s thumping second-half drive in Dublin was enough to secure a...
Qualifiers: Spain thrash Liechtenstein
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 23:50
Alvaro Morata and substitute Iago Aspas each scored twice as Spain continued to cruise towards the World Cup finals with an 8-0 win over Group G whipping boys Liechtenstein in Vaduz.
Meyler: Republic still have chance
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 23:50
David Meyler insists the Republic of Ireland are still in a good position to qualify for the World Cup, despite their 1-0 home defeat against 10-man Serbia.
Italy 1 Israel 0: Immobile edges Azzurri towards World Cup play-offs
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 23:45
Italy offered an underwhelming response to their World Cup qualifying defeat against Spain but secured a top-two finish in Group G with a 1-0 win over Israel in Reggio Emilia. Giampiero Ventura’s men were outclassed in...
Liechtenstein 0 Spain 8: La Roja on track for Russia after Vaduz masterclass
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 23:38
Alvaro Morata and Iago Aspas each scored twice as Spain’s relentless march towards World Cup qualification continued with an 8-0 hammering of Liechtenstein on Tuesday. Just four days on from a masterclass at the Santia...
Arena makes 7 lineup changes in tropical heat of Honduras
Miami Herald - 5 Sep 2017 23:34
Goalkeeper Tim Howard has been replaced by Brad Guzan, one of seven lineup changes U.S. coach Bruce Arena made for Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Honduras. Only right back Graham …
Wales go second with win
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 23:20
A late 2-0 victory for Wales against Moldova saw them leapfrog the Republic of Ireland into second place of World Cup Qualifying Group D on Tuesday night.
Leicester papers on Silva rejected
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 23:20
FIFA has refused to accept Leicester's documentation in support of registering new signing Adrien Silva, according to Sky sources.
Kolarov strike stuns Ireland
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 23:20
Republic of Ireland's hopes of qualifying for the World Cup were dealt a huge blow on Tuesday after a 1-0 defeat to 10-man Serbia at the Aviva Stadium.
Bayern star Alaba injured for Austria
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 23:07
David Alaba gave Bayern Munich an injury scare when he was substituted seven minutes before half-time during Austria’s World Cup qualifier against Georgia on Tuesday. Alaba went down to the turf holding his left ankle ...
Europe´s biggest clubs are jealous of PSG, claims Le Graet
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 22:55
Europe’s biggest clubs are “jealous” of Paris Saint-Germain’s ability to pursue continental domination, according to French Football Federation (FFF) president Noel Le Graet. PSG signed Neymar from Barcelona for ...
WATCH: Silva's sumptuous free kick
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 22:30
David Silva put Spain well on their way to victory over Liechtenstein in World Cup qualifying with a delicious set piece on Tuesday night.
NASL denied 2nd-tier status by US governing body
Miami Herald - 5 Sep 2017 22:28
The U.S. Soccer Federation denied the North American Soccer League Division 2 status for 2018, a move that threatens the league's future. The current NASL started play in 2011 with …
Saudi Arabia 1 Japan 0: Al Muwallad strike sees Australia lose out on automatic World Cup spot
Soccer News - 5 Sep 2017 22:26
Saudi Arabia sealed an automatic qualifying spot for the 2018 World Cup at the expense of Australia after beating Japan 1-0 on Thursday. Substitute Fahad Al Muwallad’s second-half strike was enough to seal the win over...
Jones inspired by Guardiola
Sky Sports - 5 Sep 2017 21:40
England rugby union head coach Eddie Jones has described how he became a better coach after meeting Pep Guardiola.