Football
Arjen Robben doubtful for Euro qualifier against Czech Republic
Robben has an ankle injury which keeps him out of the Italy clash but the Dutch hope it might heal in time for the tricky qualifier.
Mumbai City FC ropes in Peter Reid and Steve Darby for ISL
Mumbai City FC named eminent English football manager Peter Reid as Team Manager and experienced coach Steve Darby as the assistant coach for their campaign at the ISL.
Di Maria dazzles as Argentina crush World Champions Germany
Angel Di Maria spurred Argentina to a crushing 4-2 friendly win over world champions Germany in an entertaining rematch of July's World Cup final.
Bastian Schweinsteiger named Germany captain
Bastian Schweinsteiger has been named Germany captain to replace the retired Philipp Lahm.
Injured Lionel Messi ruled out of friendly against Germany
Messi has been ruled out of international friendly against World Cup winners Germany with a right-leg injury.
EPL: Stoke stun Manchester City at home, Swansea win again
Mame Diouf scored a spectacular solo goal to give Stoke a surprising 1-0 win over defending champion Manchester City in the Premier League.
Valencia romp to 3-0 win over 10-man Malaga
Valencia's Alcacer, Parejo and Piatti found the target as they took full advantage of the first-half dismissal of Malagato win 3-0 at the Mestalla.
Chelsea face Everton, Manchester United look for win against Burnley
Roberto Martinez, who claimed his first league win as Everton manager against Chelsea, will look to improve his team's performance against the Blues.
Vicente Del Bosque goes with youth after World Cup fiasco
Bosque has unveiled a rejuvenated Spain squad after the debacle at this World Cup and the retirement of three key players from the team
Everton's Eto'o thanks Mourinho and eyes early reunion
Samuel Eto'o has thanked Jose Mourinho for helping him to be accepted in the Premier League during his spell last season at Chelsea.
Conte departure from Juventus could alter Serie A
Three-time defending champion Juventus kicks things off at Chievo Verona on Saturday.
Barcelona extend contract of Javier Mascherano
The move ensures the continuity of the Argentinean, who can play in central midfield, but has spent his recent seasons with Barcelona in defence.
Frank Lampard's retirement adds to England's central problem
With captain Steven Gerrard also quitting the national set-up, there is suddenly a huge void in the centre of the England midfield.
No plans to drop football team for Asian Games, says SAI Director General
Sports Authority of India on Tuesday denied any plans not to clear the national football team at government cost for the Asian Games.
Juventus turns to Massimiliano Allegri
Allegri, a former AC Milan coach, is the antithesis of Antonio Conte in style, personality and background.
Deal still not confirmed but Alonso wishes Di Maria luck at Man United
Alonso has taken to Twitter to express his gratitude to Di Maria for the role he played in Madrid's Champions League final last season.
