Suarez apologizes for biting opponent at World Cup
Monday, 30 June 2014, 21:49
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
After a few days of reflection, Luis Suarez acknowledged what millions saw on TV — he did bite an opponent during a game at the World Cup. In addition, he said he's sorry about it, and...
Late goals see France through to quarter-finals
Monday, 30 June 2014, 21:33
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Paul Pogba scored with a late header to finally break Nigeria's stubborn resistance and Joseph Yobo added an own-goal as France won 2-0 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals on...
Kaka rescinds contract with Milan
Monday, 30 June 2014, 16:06
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Milan midfielder Kaka has rescinded his contract with the Serie A club, leaving the former Brazil international free to sign for Orlando City Soccer Club. On...
After 32 years, Algeria seeks revenge vs. Germany
Monday, 30 June 2014, 13:57
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
It was back in 1982 that Germany and Austria played out what went down in the history books as the "Disgrace of Gijon" to eliminate Algeria from the World Cup. On Monday in Porto...
Nigeria attack to test France in World Cup last 16
Monday, 30 June 2014, 12:54
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
The pace and power of Nigeria's attack will give France's defense its biggest test of the World Cup so far when they meet in Monday's round of 16 match. Although...
Robben falls theatrically to earn decisive penalty
Monday, 30 June 2014, 11:24
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Arjen Robben did little to defuse the debate about his reputation for diving. The Netherlands winger earned an injury-time penalty Sunday and then watched as teammate Klaas Jan Huntelaar...
Aguirre set to replace Zaccheroni as Japan coach
Monday, 30 June 2014, 10:37
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Mexican Javier Aguirre is set to become Japan's new coach following the resignation of Alberto Zaccheroni, local media reported on Monday. The Japan Football Association said no formal...
Ochoa the standout for valiant Mexicans
Monday, 30 June 2014, 10:22
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
He'd stopped two of the world's most famous forwards, and on Sunday, Brazilians and Mexicans alike chanted his name. Guillermo Ochoa was one of the main reasons why Mexico was on...
Brazil try to regroup for World Cup quarters
Monday, 30 June 2014, 09:52
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
Brazil is trying to regroup for the rest of the World Cup after narrowly avoiding a humiliating elimination from its home tournament. The hosts needed a penalty shootout to beat Chile in a...
Navas carries Costa Rica to World Cup quarters
Monday, 30 June 2014, 09:21
Last update: about 13 years ago
Malta Independent
When Costa Rica sealed its first berth in the World Cup quarterfinals, the celebrating Ticos sprinted straight for Keylor Navas and mobbed him in celebration. Michael Umana had driven home...