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Romario said Brazil had spent more than twice as much on hosting the World Cup as Germany did in 2006 and South Africa four years later.

Mignolet joining the Reds will leave Rodgers with a tricky situation of having two high profile keepers in his side with Spainard Pepe Reina already in the squad.

Dutch international worked under Jose Mourinho during the pair's time together at Inter Milan.

Barcelona say they maintain a buy-back option as well as rights on a future transfer.

The son of Brazilian World Cup winner Mazinho has grown frustrated with his lack of playing time at the Nou Camp since 2011.

The 22-year-old Barca academy graduate, whose contract runs until June 2015, is being groomed as the successor to Xavi in central midfield.

Highlighting the Indian footballers' grievances over non-payment of salaries as per terms laid down in their contracts, former captain Bhaichung Bhutia recently presented a report at the FIFPro Asia Conference in Melbourne.

Chelsea will open their campaign against newly-promoted Hull at Stamford Bridge.

Robben and Sneijder were the two players Pellegrini never wanted to sell during his stint as coach of Real Madrid.

Due to rescheduling of the SAFF Cup, Indian football team lost out on a golden chance to improve their FIFA rankings.

Real Madrid are in advanced talks with Ronaldo's representatives over a deal totalling around 155 million euros over five years.

United's 2-0 loss to Oxford United on Nov. 8, 1986, was the first of 1,500 league games under Ferguson, who retired last month after nearly 27 years in charge.

Real Madrid trio Alvaro Morata, Nacho and Daniel Carvajal are trying to tempt him to the Bernabeu this summer.

Bale would be better suited remaining in England if he chooses to leave White Hart Lane according to Tottenham legend Glenn Hoddle.

David Moyes continues to remain confident about signing Barcelona mid-fielder Cesc Fabregas despite the latter's clarification about not leaving the club.

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Mascherano after he was sent off for kicking the driver of a medical cart in a World Cup qualifier.