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Russia Announces World Cup 2018 Mascot Shortlist
None of the animals have been selected for previous tournaments.
Cristiano Ronaldo Better than Lionel Messi: Zidane
Even though, as holder of the Ballon d'Or, the Barcelona forward is technically the best.
Russia is a Little Less Corrupt Than a Year Ago
The organization's corruption league table found Northern Europe fared best in 2015.
Litvinenko 'Could be Tipping Point' for 2018 World Cup?
A Russian protest group is challenging its country's right to host the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Tennis Match-Fixing: Murray urges Sports to Clean Up
The world No. 2 says the scale of the alleged match-fixing offenses has surprised him.
Chelsea Transfer News: Is Hazard Bound for Real Madrid?
The club can sign players but can't register them, meaning they won't play until the ban is lifted.
Arsenal Transfer News: Arsene Wenger Wants Nigerian Duo
Arsene Wenger, the Arsenal manager, is reportedly close to signing two Nigerian teenagers
Cristiano Ronaldo Statue Defaced with Messi Graffiti
Lionel Messi's name and number were painted on Cristiano Ronaldo's statue in his home town of Funchal.
Gervinho Snubs Yaya Toure in FIFA Ballon d'Or Vote
They are Ivory Coast teammates, but Gervinho does not consider Yaya Toure among the world's three best players.
Putin Denies That Russia Is Hitting Syrian Opposition
Russia's president also defended Syrian President Bashar Assad.
FIFA Candidate Sexwale Feels "Sorry for Sepp Blatter"
The man bidding to be the next head of world football says Blatter's "good work" shouldn't be overlooked.
Lionel Messi Beats Cristiano Ronaldo to Win Ballon d'Or
The Barcelona attacker beat his rival from Real Madrid and his club teammate to win for the fifth time.
Fallen FIFA Chief Sepp Blatter 'Will Appeal Ban'
He has been banned from football for eight years, but the Swiss has confirmed he will fight the suspension.
Sublime and Ridiculous: The Year in Sports, Part 2
The second half of the year in sports was a magnificent and unpredictable time to be alive.
10 Mesmerizing Sports Moments From 2015
Ronda Rousey, American Pharoah, Joey Bautista, Roberta Vinci and Malcolm Butler all played a role in an unforgettable year in sports.
Twelve Numbers: The Highs and Lows of 2015
A dozen numbers that help describe the year that's quickly coming to an end.
Michel Platini vows to fight 'injustice' of FIFA ban
The UEFA president says his suspension is a "kick in the teeth" but promises to fight on.
Russian Sports Minister: Blatter Doesn't Deserve Ban
Russia is hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Platini Slams FIFA Ban as 'Masquerade,' Vows to Fight in Court
"I will fight this to the end," he said.
Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini Receive Eight-Year Bans
The football governance careers of both men are almost certainly over, following the momentous decision.
Platini Cannot be FIFA President, Says British MP
UEFA president Michel Platini is not the man to lead FIFA forward, says a leading campaigner.
France Suspends Top Scorer Benzema in Extortion Scandal
Charged with extorting teammate Mathieu Valbuena, Karim Benzema is suspended indefinitely.
A Look at the Final Round of Champions League Group Games
Where does it leave your club in Europe?
Sweeping New Indictment Against Top FIFA Officials Unveiled
Two vice presidents of soccer's international governing body were among those named in corruption probe.
Swiss Authorities Make More Arrests in FIFA Corruption Scandal
Arrests are believed to be linked to ongoing investigation into racketeering, money laundering and fraud
Gary Neville to Take Charge of Valencia, Leaves Sky Sports Role
Two Neville brothers are both now at the La Liga side, with Phil staying in charge for next match
How Your Club Can (or Cannot) Qualify For The Champions League Last 16
Many places are still up in the air as the competition enters its final round of group matches
FIFA Investigates Hong Kong Over Booing of Chinese National Anthem
Hong Kong fans held up signs reading "Hong Kong is not part of China" during the World Cup qualifier
Michel Platini's Lawyers Say Ethics Committee Pondering Life Ban
The UEFA president is alleged to have received a $2 million payment from Sepp Blatter in 2011
Blatter and Platini to Face Formal Hearings in Front of FIFA Ethics Committee
The suspended FIFA president says he was close to death following a collapse in November