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Cristiano Ronaldo most searched soccer star on google in India
Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo has emerged as the most searched player on google in India, with Brazil topping the list country-wise.
Injured Franck Ribery included in France World Cup squad
The only change from the list Deschamps named last month features St Etienne goalkeeper Stephane Ruffier replacing the injured Steve Mandanda.
Spain's David Villa signs for MLS team New York City FC
Spanish World Cup striker Villa signed for New York City FC on a three-year deal, the Major League Soccer team said on Monday.
Barca hire Puyol as assistant to sporting director
Barcelona have hired Carles Puyol, whose playing career at his lifelong club was ended by persistent knee trouble at the end of last season.
Suarez tells team-mate he expects to be fit for World Cup
England defender Glen Johnson has bad news for his country - his Liverpool team-mate and Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has told him he expects to be fit for their World Cup match.
AC Milan to sack Seedorf, hire Inzaghi as coach: reports
AC Milan are set to fire coach Clarence Seedorf and replace him with youth team coach Filippo Inzaghi, Italian media said on Tuesday.
Cameroon beat Macedonia 2-0 in World Cup warm-up
Striker Pierre Webo picked up a left shoulder injury while scoring Cameroon's first goal in a 2-0 victory over Macedonia in a warm-up game for the World Cup.
Ivory Coast coach Sabri Lamouchi aims for consistency in players' fitness
Lamouchi said he was treading a fine line in his World Cup preparations as he caters for players fatigued by their club seasons and those short of playing time.
Luis Suarez could miss World Cup after picking up a knee injury
Luis Suarez is to have surgery on his knee on Thursday morning, just over three weeks before the start of the World Cup, according to local media reports.
Pele says protests and building delays threaten World Cup
Brazil's tournament organizers have faced headwinds since the country was tapped to host the World Cup in 2007.
Wenger hails Arsenal's Cup win as his most important success
Arsenal's dramatic Wembley win against Hull City was the most important victory of Arsene Wenger's 18 years in charge.
Van Persie to play for Netherlands against Ecuador
Robin van Persie will captain the Netherlands in their World Cup warm-up match against Ecuador on Saturday as coach Louis van Gaal insists he needs game time after a long injury layoff.
Manchester United to pay USD50 million price for European absence
Failure to qualify for European soccer next season will cost Manchester United more than 30 million pounds, the club said on Thursday.
Barcelona ready to seize second chance, says Xavi
Barcelona are ready to grasp their second chance with both hands and snatch the Spanish title from Atletico Madrid, midfielder Xavi said.
Rooney expects to be 100 percent fit for Brazil
Wayne Rooney expects to be in peak condition when he embarks on his third World Cup finals campaign next month.
South Korea's Park Ji-sung retires
"I didn't cry about it yesterday, and I'm not crying about it today, that means I'm leaving with no regrets," Park Ji-sung said.