Copa America
I don't want to be an embarrassment – Thiago Silva outlines retirement plans
Thiago Silva, 34, revealed he will call time on his playing career when he feels like he is becoming a hindrance.
Ligue 1
Buffon returning to Juve just an idea for now – agent
Gianluigi Buffon, 41, could be set for a Juventus comeback, just a year after leaving for Paris Saint-Germain.
Premier League
Silva confirms plans to leave Manchester City
Manchester City icon David Silva, a four-time Premier League winner, will play his final season at the English club in 2019-20.
Women World Cup
A lot on her shoulders - England look to Houghton to drive World Cup bid
The last time England met Norway at the women's World Cup, it was captain Steph Houghton who headed in the equaliser to set them on the way to victory four years ago in Canada.
African Cup of Nations
Premier League stars Mahrez, Mane renew rivalry in faraway Cairo
Riyad Mahrez and Sadio Mane resume an English Premier League rivalry Thursday on a different stage when Algeria and Senegal clash at the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
Copa America
Colombia's Copa football emulating its sumptuous coffee
Boasting the only 100 percent record and yet to concede a goal, Colombia have seduced at the Copa America so far under the wily stewardship of Portuguese Carlos Queiroz.
Women World Cup
Martens penalty breaks Japan hearts as Netherlands reach World Cup quarters
Lieke Martens celebrated making history as she converted a 90th-minute penalty to break Japanese hearts and take the Netherlands through to the quarter-finals of the women's World Cup for the first time with a 2-1 win in Rennes on Tuesday.
Women World Cup
Netherlands, Italy through to quarter-finals as Europe dominates World Cup
A last-minute Lieke Martens penalty took the Netherlands through to the women's World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday as they joined Italy in the last eight, confirming Europe's supremacy at the tournament and ending Asian interest already.
La Liga
Cillessen joins Valencia
Valencia have today confirmed the signing of Jasper Cillessen, who has signed from Barcelona.
African Cup of Nations
Nigeria v Guinea: Bonus issue overshadows Super Eagles' preparations
Nigeria winger Ahmed Musa missed his side's pre-match news conference amid talks with the Nigeria Football Federation.
African Cup of Nations
Cameroon begin Cup of Nations title defence with victory
Stephane Bahoken scored two minutes after coming off the bench to seal a 2-0 win for defending champions Cameroon over Guinea-Bissau Tuesday in the Africa Cup of Nations.
La Liga
Everton complete £22million Gomes signing
After impressing during his season on loan at Goodison Park, Everton have reached an agreement to sign Andre Gomes from Barcelona for £22m.
