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Football legend Maradona lands in Sinaloa

Sunday, 9 September 2018, 02:10 Last update: about 9 years ago

Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona arrived in northern Mexico on Saturday to begin his new job as head coach of the second-tier Mexican soccer club Dorados of Sinaloa. The club's Twitter...

England defender Shaw vows to be 'back soon' after injury

Sunday, 9 September 2018, 00:15 Last update: about 9 years ago

England defender Luke Shaw alleviated concerns about his health after receiving lengthy treatment on the field following a collision during a game against Spain on Saturday. "Thank you for all...

Salah scores 2, Egypt wins 6-0 in African qualifying

Sunday, 9 September 2018, 00:08 Last update: about 9 years ago

Liverpool or Egypt, the goals keep coming from Mohamed Salah. He can even afford a penalty miss or two. Salah scored twice — he also had two penalties saved and two assists on a frenetic...

England coach Southgate ditches trademark World Cup garment

Saturday, 8 September 2018, 23:17 Last update: about 9 years ago

The England lineup hasn't changed much since the World Cup. Gareth Southgate's clothing has. The coach didn't wear his trademark vest, or waistcoat, on Saturday as England lost to Spain 2-1 in...

Southern Africa backs Danny Jordaan for FIFA Council place

Saturday, 8 September 2018, 21:42 Last update: about 9 years ago

Danny Jordaan has southern Africa's endorsement for the FIFA Council despite being investigated for corruption. The Council of Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA) said after a meeting...

Jermaine Jones retires, 11 months after his last match

Saturday, 8 September 2018, 08:42 Last update: about 9 years ago

Midfielder Jermaine Jones announced his retirement, 11 months after his last match for Major League Soccer's LA Galaxy. The 36-year-old midfielder, born in West Germany to an American father and...

Neymer, Firmino lead Brazil over US 2-0 in exhibition

Saturday, 8 September 2018, 05:41 Last update: about 9 years ago

Neymar and Brazilian teammates showed young American players how large a gap they must overcome. Roberto Firmino scored in the 11th minute off a cross from Douglas Costa, who burst down a flank...

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