Ronaldo, 39, wants to to defy age, continue career

Cristiano Ronaldo has said he has no plans of slowing down at the age of 39 and added that he is motivated to carry on competing with the "young lions" that are coming through in the game.


Ancelotti: 'Honeymoon' period at Madrid continues

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday is looking forward to his future at the club, describing his second trophy-laden spell in charge as a "honeymoon."


PSG coach claims he didn't hear Mbappe boos

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique claimed that he heard no boos aimed at Kylian Mbappé and believes the France star got the recognition he deserved from fans in his last game at the Parcs des Princes.


Endrick in Brazil Copa América list, Casemiro out

Brazil coach Dorival Júnior has included Endrick in his 23-man squad for the Copa América while Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus, Tottenham's Richarlison and Manchester United midfielder Casemiro are among the high-profile absentees.


Betis defender hospitalised after head injury

Real Betis defender Félix Martí Garreta is receiving treatment in hospital after suffering a head injury following a fall.


Brazil gov. urges national football halt amid floods

Brazil's sports minister Andre Fufuca has called for the country's football confederation (CBF) to temporarily suspend all football activities following the unprecedented natural disaster in Rio Grande do Sul.


Atleti stadium closure for racist abuse overturned

Atlético Madrid have won an appeal to overturn a two-game partial stadium ban imposed by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) after Athletic Club player Nico Williams suffered racist abuse during a league game.


U.S., Argentina to ban violent Copa América fans

Argentina's government has shared a list of known violent football supporters in the country with United States authorities ahead of this summer's Copa América.


Vini Jr. focused on UCL amid Ballon d'Or clamor

Vinícius Júnior has dismissed speculation that he could win the Ballon d'Or and is instead focused on helping Real Madrid lift the Champions League trophy for a record-extending 15th time.


Boehly backs Pochettino as job speculation quells

Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has backed manager Mauricio Pochettino amid speculation around his future, saying he has been impressed by the team's upturn in form and "beautiful football."