Football

Spain became the latest world champions not to win their first match after lifting the FIFA trophy.

Problems with the Brazilian's fitness after the close-season break have reignited speculation of a late transfer.

"After mulling over the issue a great deal, I have decided to continue playing for the national team."

Inter Milan ran out comfortable winners against Manchester City in Baltimore.

Real Madrid expected it to be a popular signing because of its tradition of having a German midfielder.

Arsenal has maintained that Fabregas is not for sale.

Raul joined Real in 1992 and made his first team debut against Real Zaragoza in October 1994 at the age of 17.

Fabregas' current club Arsenal are yet to agree on a transfer fee with Barcelona.

Manchester United have retained top spot in the Forbes rich list as the most valuable club in world sport.

Barcelona made their aggressive move for Fabregas under former president Joan Laporta at the end of last season.

The Argentina's soccer federation will offer to keep him as coach for up to four more years.

Spain won their first World Cup by beating the Netherlands 1-0 in an ill-tempered final in Johannesburg.

The fan was tackled just before he could his hands on the trophy.

The Celeste battled back from a goal down to lead 2-1 early in the second half on Saturday.

The Celeste battled back from a goal down to lead 2-1 early in the second half on Saturday.

Both the teams go head to head trying to make history that has evaded them so far.