October 11, 2016
‘Sing when you’re praying’… Iran fans asked to replace chants with prayer
Some clerics wanted match to be forfeited but authorities insist game goes ahead on holy day.
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October 11, 2016
Rooney vows to fight for his England place
Most capped outfield player and record goalscorer has no intention of retiring from international football.
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October 10, 2016
Nick Bidwell’s Notes from Germany: flair and fantasy send the Hamburg crowd into raptures
In his 11th year in charge of the Germany team, Joachim Low appears to have perfected an appealing blend of flair and fluidity.
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October 10, 2016
Paddy Agnew’s Notes from Italy: azzurri reap more than they sow
For the second match in a row, Giampiero Ventura's Italy secured a result their performance didn't merit.
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October 10, 2016
Gerard Pique ready to call time on his Spain career
Barcelona defender says there are plenty who don't play for Spain.
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October 10, 2016
International images from the weekend.
Some of the best images from the weekend's World Cup qualifiers and international friendlies.
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October 10, 2016
Infantino says GB Olympic team would not threaten independence of four nations
Fifa president assures home nations that a combined Olympic team would pose no threat to their independence.
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October 10, 2016
Tim Vickery’s Notes from South America: as daylight appears in race to Russia, Uruguay and Colombia renew hostilities
A win for either Colombia or Uruguay would represent a huge step in the face to qualify for the 2018 World Cup finals.
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October 9, 2016
Indian Super League all set to be No1
The Super League ready to take over from I-League as consolidation takes place in the potentially huge India market.
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October 8, 2016
A-League preview: Timmy to the rescue
New A-League kicks off this weekend with an Aussie superstar in tow.
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October 7, 2016
Paddy Agnew’s Notes from Italy: Ventura got it wrong but Italy live to fight another day
Paddy Agnew sees Italy retreat into their shell against Spain, as Giampiero Ventura opts for caution over enterprise.
