Platini: WC 2022 should be held in winter

The president of Uefa insists there is no problem with halting the European leagues mid-season in order to accommodate "the most important competition in the world" in Qatar

Manchester United send Kagawa for back scans

Old Trafford staff are concerned about the injury sustained by the Japanese star on international duty as they also sweat over the fitness of Robin van Persie ahead of Wigan clash

Neymar strikes treble as Brazil rout China

The Selecao were unstoppable in Pernambuco, sweeping aside their opponents 8-0, with the Santos attacker answering his critics from the weekend by registering on three occasions

I've missed Spain so much - Villa

The Barcelona forward scored on his first appearance for the world champions since breaking his leg last December, as Vicente del Bosque's side hammered Saudi Arabia 5-0

'For the next two years I am Australian'

Legendary Italian attacker Alessandro Del Piero is delighted to have completed his switch to Sydney FC, where he hopes to experience a new way of life over the course of his two-year deal

Del Piero joins Sydney FC

The former Juventus striker has decided to continue his career in Australia - despite a late signing attempt from Liverpool - after reaching an agreement over a two-year contract