Sane can’t expect to be regarded like Muller or Ozil – Hummels

Leroy Sane was surprisingly left out of Germany’s World Cup squad, but Mats Hummels has defended Joachim Low’s decision.

David Alaba: I’ll stay at Bayern Munich

David Alaba has confirmed his intention to remain at Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich next season, following reported interest from Real Madrid.

Mourinho: Dalot is Europe’s best full-back in his age group

Jose Mourinho has hailed new Manchester United signing Diogo Dalot as the ‘best full-back in Europe’ in his age group and is confident he has all the attributes to be a success at Old Trafford.

Martinez backs England to shine at World Cup

Roberto Martinez has backed Gareth Southgate’s youthful England side to perform strongly at the World Cup in Russia.

Messi keen to play alongside Griezmann

Lionel Messi hopes to play alongside Antoine Griezmann at Barcelona after labelling the in-demand Atletico Madrid star a “great player”.

Portugal not among favourites at WC – Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo says Portugal must be realistic as they are not among the World Cup favourites, though the Real Madrid superstar insisted nothing is impossible.

Lukaku and Hazard fire Belgium past Egypt

Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard were on target as Belgium continued their World Cup preparations with a dominant 3-0 win over Egypt.

Nigeria lose to Czech Repubilc in final warm up game

Nigeria lost 1-0 Czech Republic in an international friendly played at the Schwechat Stadium in Austria on Wednesday afternoon, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

Manchester United sign Dalot from Porto

Manchester United have signed full-back Diogo Dalot from Portuguese champions Porto.

Rivaldo wary of Argentina as Messi chases World Cup recognition

Brazil great Rivaldo is wary of the threat posed by bitter rivals Argentina in Russia because he feels it will be Lionel Messi’s last chance to gain World Cup recognition and elevate himself above Diego Maradona.