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England captain Steven Gerrard announces international retirement
England captain Steven Gerrard has announced his retirement from international soccer, England's Football Association said on Monday.
Chelsea confirm signing of defender Filipe Luis
Chelsea have completed the signing of Brazilian defender Filipe Luis from La Liga champions Atletico Madrid on a three-year deal.
FIFA lifts Nigeria Football Federation suspension
FIFA has lifted Nigeria's suspension from international competition after the country's football leaders were reinstated.
World Cup triumph could spark era of German dominance in football
The Mannschaft won their fourth world cup - only the third country to do so - and stamped its authority over the world of football.
World Cup 2014: Messi did not deserve the 'Golden Ball', says Diego Maradona
Argentina's football legend Diego Maradona feels Lionel Messi didn't impress in this World Cup and didn't deserved to be awarded the Golden Ball.
World Cup 2014: IBNLive's Dream XI
As the month-long football carnival drew to a close on Sunday, IBNLive.com picks up the Best XI of the tournament.
World Cup 2014: Goetze will never again be Germany's forgotten man
Loew threw Goetze on for Klose two minutes from the end of normal time and Goetze repaid him in the most spectacular way possible, smashing home a brilliant goal.
World Cup 2014: Brazil sack Felipe Scolari as coach
According to a local media report, Brazil coach Luis Felipe Scolari was sacked hours after Germany defeated Argentina to win the 2014 World Cup.
World Cup 2014: Germany's road to the final
Germany put on two of the most explosive displays of the tournament - beating Portugal 4-0 in the group stage and demolishing hosts Brazil 7-1 in the semis.
World Cup 2014: Argentina coach Sabella to step down after final
Sabella, who took over in 2011, has led Argentina to their first World Cup final in 24 years, where they will face a powerful German side.
World Cup 2014: Scolari should keep his job says CBF official
Scolari should carry on because of his good work in the job even though the hosts were humiliated by Germany, says CBF officials
World Cup 2014: Messi, Mueller, Rodriguez among contenders for 'Golden Ball'
Four Germans, three Argentines, and one player each from Brazil, Colombia and the Netherlands were short-listed for the "Golden Ball" award.
World Cup 2014: Germany have the edge in the final, says Argentina coach
Sabella believes a well-rested Germany will have the advantage against the weary South Americans in World Cup final.
Tottenham extend contract of goalkeeper Hugo Lloris
Tottenham Hotspur say they have signed goalkeeper Hugo Lloris to a new five-year contract at the club.
World Cup 2014: Messi has the stage to secure his place among the greats
Lionel Messi can secure his place among the game's greats with a World Cup triumph after Argentina defeated the Netherlands on penalties to reach the final.
World Cup 2014: Fragile Brazil collapse under weight of expectation
Scolari tried to explain their defeat, saying their opponents played superbly and took chances against a Brazil side that played poorly.