Giggs would not swap Rashford for Jesus

Ryan Giggs says he would not swap Marcus Rashford for any young star, believing the Manchester United forward to be the most exciting prospect in the world.

Ramos unsure about Ronaldo’s future

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos was unwilling to be drawn into Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at the club, saying he had no idea.

Watch: Nigeria down Argentina

An Alex Iwobi -inspired performance saw Nigeria come from 2-0 down to claim a 4-2 victory against 2014 World Cup finalists Argentina in an international friendly.

If anyone’s worth £200m it’s Neymar – Southgate

England boss Gareth Southgate believes if anyone in world football is worth £200-million then it is Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil superstar Neymar.

Ronaldinho wants to see Coutinho at Barcelona

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho says Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho “will perfectly suit Barcelona”. 

City are good but not unstoppable – Wenger

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger does not dispute the quality in Manchester City’s ranks but insists Pep Guardiola’s men are not unstoppable.

Gabriel Jesus is Brazil’s ‘new Ronaldo’ – Dani Alves

Dani Alves has anointed Brazil team-mate Gabriel Jesus as “the new Ronaldo” ahead of Tuesday’s friendly against England at Wembley.

Ventura on the brink as Azzurri miss first World Cup in 60 years

Italy will miss out on the World Cup for the first time in 60 years as Sweden secured a precious goalless draw that punched their ticket to Russia thanks to a 1-0 aggregate win.

Emotional Buffon confirms international retirement

Gianluigi Buffon fought back tears as he confirmed his retirement from international football following Italy’s shock failure to qualify for Russia 2018.

De Bruyne ‘really doesn’t care’ about Messi, Ronaldo comparisons

Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne says being compared to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo means nothing to him.