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Copa America 2019: Hosts Brazil handed favourable group; Argentina drawn in tough group with Colombia

Hosts Brazil were handed a favourable group at the 2019 Copa America draw but arch-rivals Argentina landed a tough appointment with Colombia.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan FA chief says Akira Nishino will step down as coach; blasts critics after team's return from Russia

JFA president Kozo Tashima told a news conference that caretaker boss Akira Nishino would not continue in the role after steering Japan to the knockout stages in Russia.

FIFA World Cup 2018: France vs Argentina, Uruguay vs Portugal and other matches to watch out for in Round of 16

After the end of the group stages at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, here's a look at what's next, starting with the Round of 16.

FIFA World Cup 2018 draw: From darkhorses Japan to debutants Panama, here's a look at teams in Pot 4

A guide to the teams in Pot 4 in Friday's draw for the 2018 World Cup in Russia:

International friendlies: Neymar scores penalty, misses another as Brazil beat Japan

Neymar scored a penalty and missed another as Brazil signalled their intent ahead of next year's World Cup by outclassing Japan 3-1

International friendlies: Star-studded Brazil look to get World Cup preparations underway against Japan

Brazil were the first team to clinch their place at next year's finals while Japan will make a sixth straight appearance at the global showpiece.