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The teams, which are currently in China, have been cleared at all-cost-to-the-government basis. The men's squad will comprise 20 members and women's 18.

Germany opened their 2016 European Championship campaign with a 2-1 win over Scotland, while Portugal and Greece both slumped to defeats.

Brazil coach Dunga has confirmed Neymar will captain the national football team for friendlies against Colombia and Ecuador in the US.

Stoke City striker Peter Odemwingie needs knee surgery and will be sidelined for a lengthy period of time, manager Mark Hughes.

Atletico de Kolkata will take on Mumbai City FC in the opening game of the ISL's first season at the historic Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata on October 12.

United completed the signing of versatile Netherlands international Daley Blind from Ajax on Monday for 14 million pounds.

Milan got off to a great start under new coach Filippo Inzaghi as they eased to a 3-1 win over Lazio in their Serie A opener on Sunday.

Messi set up substitute Sandro Ramirez to score on his league debut and give Barcelona a 1-0 victory at Villarreal in the Spanish league.

"I'm very enthusiastic about this adventure. It fits perfectly with the way I chose to move forward since I left Juve," Del Piero said.

"Iniesta will miss Sunday's game against Villarreal with an injury to his left knee," Barcelona said in a statement.

If progress is made, Ronaldinho and his agent will arrive in India to finalise the deal, a source told The Hindu.

Robin Gurung signed his first professional contract with ONGC Mumbai in 2009 and then joined Rangdajied United in 2011.

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has poured scorn on critics who he says have made a "devil" of him after one defeat in his new job.

A total of 49 foreign players were drafted during the session for the eight-franchise league, which is slated to run from October to December.

Manchester United completed the signing of defender Marcos Rojo from Sporting Lisbon for 20 million euros.

Luka Modric has made 67 league appearances since joining Real Madrid from Tottenham Hotspur in 2012.