Euro 2012

Confederations Cup 2017: Focus on security, hooliganism as Russia face New Zealand today

Russia are also hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup with security issues and tackling rampant hooliganism and racism on focus.

Euro 2016: Playing against France special, but we're not afraid, says Germany's Toni Kroos

Toni Kroos said the pressure is also on hosts France when they meet in a mouthwatering Euro 2016 semi-final clash that will set up a final with Portugal.

Euro 2016: From 1962 to 2012, Germany's encounters with Italy in major tournaments

Germany play Italy in the quarter-finals of Euro 2016 on Saturday. The Germans have never beaten Italy in eight attempts at a major tournament.

Euro 2016: Germany must grab any opportunity they get against Italy, says coach Joachim Loew

Germany must seize any opportunities they get against Italy in Saturday's clash as their foes' strong defence was unlikely to offer many chances, Loew said.

Euro 2016: Spain will face 'real Italy' in upcoming clash, says Vicente del Bosque

Vicente del Bosque doesn't expect a repeat of their crushing 4-0 win over Italy in the final four years ago when the two sides meet on Monday at Euro 2016.

Beau Jeu: All you need to know about Euro 2016 match ball

The 2016 European Championships is all set for kick-off as hosts France prepare to take on Romania at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday.

In Champions League win, Cristiano Ronaldo scripted his own saga

Ronaldo put the world under his thumb. He secured complete obeisance. He stood supreme in a blindingly bright San Siro that was lit up by Real’s joy and honour. The Spanish giant had made the most of a fortunate draw and nervous opponents.

Greece players told to drop crisis talk

The match follows a weekend general election in Greece, dominated by the financial crisis and harsh austerity measures imposed by Germany.<br /><br />

Zidane wanted France job in 2012, says former FFF boss

"Zinedine Zidane would have liked to manage Les Bleus. It is clear - he wanted it! I met him at his request," Noel Le Graet is quoted as saying in a book.

What independent Catalonia would do to Spain's football team

Independence would mean that most of Spain's players could then play for Catalonia. If that happens, they could be the first nation to win the World Cup at the first time of asking.