IAN LADYMAN: Paul Pogba. A poster boy for his nation and also for a tournament. In a country with its heart blown wide open by terrorism, Pogba is the perfect symbol for recovery. Strong, tall, imposing, defiant, confident, hopeful. Now 22, he plays exactly like he looks he would play, only with a slightly lighter touch. A Serie A winner in each of the four years since leaving Old Trafford, Pogba will once again attract interest from Europe's top clubs this summer.
The Scot had reached the final four of the tournament on three occasions without progressing to the final, but will now meet Novak Djokovic on Sunday. Murray breezed into a comfortable two set lead against Wawrinka but his opponent motivated himself to improve in the third. However, the British No 1 broke Wawrinka in the first game of the fourth set and never looked back, ultimately triumphing 6-4 6-2 4-6 6-2.
Swiss authorities carried out a search of FIFA's Zurich headquarters on Thursday as they continue their criminal investigation into football's world governing body.
The SAG Team rider was taking part in the second practice session of the Moto2 World Championship when he fell at turn 12 of the Catalunya Circuit near Barcelona.
The current global transfer fee record currently stands at £86million - paid by Real Madrid for Gareth Bale in 2013 - emphasising just how valuable Muller is to the German champions.
Sportsmail understands the Spaniard's name has been mentioned within St James' Park and the 33-year-old would be available on a free transfer with his contract set to expire at the Bernabeu.
Manchester United are pressing ahead with a swoop for Bordeaux wonderkid Adam Ounas. The Old Trafford club have long admired the attacking midfielder.
The track for the inaugural European Grand Prix in Baku, Azerbaijan has received a test run ahead of its debut on the Formula One calendar later this month. Lewis Hamilton and Co will visit Azerbaijan's capital for the first time this year, which will run back-to-back with the Canadian Grand Prix on June 19. Ahead of the highly-anticipated race on a track which is expected be the fastest street circuit in the world, Euroformula Open driver Gulhuseyn Abdullayev has given fans an insight into what to expect.
Newcastle defender Steven Taylor will leave St James' Park when his current deal expires at the end of the month, the club have announced.
David de Gea is focused on helping Spain defend their title as European champions this summer in France, but he is already looking forward to joining up with Jose Mourinho next season.
Chelsea could turn to Liverpool striker Christian Benteke as a cut-price Plan B if they fail to sign Romelu Lukaku from Everton this summer.
Jose Mourinho was at Wembley Stadium on Thursday night, pondering over the questions facing him as the toughest challenge of his career gets underway at Manchester United.
Manchester United's new manager Jose Mourinho was pictured hugging Premier League-winning Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri on Friday ahead of Soccer Aid. The charity match - which raises money for Unicef, the world's leading children's organisation - will see the Italian taking charge of the Rest of The World side and the Portuguese watching from the stands, with Sam Allardyce managing the England team. And ahead of their Community Shield encounter at the start of the next domestic season, the two decorated head coaches met at Harlequins' Twickenham Stoop ground for the charity teams' third day of training.
Anthony Martial would relish the opportunity to play alongside Zlatan Ibrahimovic at Manchester United. The Sweden striker is set to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer, with United one of several clubs across Europe, the USA and China trying to convince the 34-year-old to sign. The Red Devils are confident of bagging Ibrahimovic's services and Martial - who is currently working with the France squad ahead of their first Euro 2016 game next week - is keen for his team to land the maverick frontman.
Floyd Mayweather is renowned for his big-spending antics, and the former boxing superstar has lived up to his name once more with a huge basketball bet to return $391,000 (£271,000).
Jamaican sprinter Nesta Carter has been named in reports as one of the athletes who retrospectively failed a drug test at the Beijing Olympics in 2008.
Barcelona and Brazil defender Dani Alves will be missed by everyone at the Nou Camp after winning an incredible 23 trophies during his time with the Catalan giants.
Novak Djokovic stormed into a sixth consecutive grand slam final with a crushing win over first-time French Open semi-finalist Dominic Thiem. For the second year in a row, the world No 1 will have the chance to complete his career Grand Slam with victory in Sunday's final. Stan Wawrinka played the match of his life to keep him waiting 12 months ago and it will surely take a similar performance to stop him this time.
Serena Williams is one match away from equalling Steffi Graf's tally of Grand Slam titles after finally seeing off the game challenge of Kiki Bertens.
MIKE DICKSON IN PARIS: The world No 4 from Spain, of Venezuelan heritage, defeated her Austrar 6-2 6-4 to make the final of the French Open, in which she will meet Serena Williams.
Ian Poulter is expected to miss the next four months of the season due to a foot injury, effectively ending his chances of qualifying automatically for the Ryder Cup.
The Italian will be patrolling the touchlines at Burton and Barnsley from August, a far cry from the night in Munich when he masterminded Chelsea's first elite title on the continent.
They came as the awesome foursome, the great entertainers and the embodiment of a cavalier attitude that Roy Hodgson has evidently spent his life hiding. They left to Mexican waves and a sense that this could be the same tired old tale of talented players that don't quite add up to the sum of their parts. How deflating. In Harry Kane, Jamie Vardy, Dele Alli and Wayne Rooney was an attacking quartet worth 67 goals and 22 assists last season. Just one of either would have done.
MATT LAWTON AT WEMBLEY: How an England manager best organises his players was something Roy Hodgson did not consider terribly important on the eve of this contest. 'Formations don't win you games, players do,' he confidently declared and, judging by the final warm-up game before the serious business of the European Championship, that certainly appeared to be his philosophy.
The Real Madrid superstar is one of the most well-known sport stars on the planet and Santos is aware that the Selecao's threat level is raised by the 31-year-old, who is the key man for his nation.
On paper the trio is a potentially thrilling prospect, combining the country's record goalscorer with a pair of strikers who netted 49 times between them last term.
Sportsmail takes a look back at the teams of the tournament for every European Championships and the players that have shone since its inception 56 years ago.
Cristiano Ronaldo was photographed doing some cross training exercise in Ibiza, Spain on Friday, shortly after his Portugal side lost to England at Wembley Stadium on Thursday night. The 31-year-old has been given time off after scoring the winning penalty in Saturday's Champions League final and the Real Madrid maestro will join up with his national team at the weekend. But before doing so, the former Manchester United forward is clearly keeping in top physical form - even while on holiday - as he was pictured sprinting topless with two friends on a running track.
The Germany squad looked as loose as could be in their final training session at their pre-tournament base in Switzerland. Players took part in fitness-building exercises and then had a bit of fun handling the ball in a change-of-pace send-off session. Birthday boy Mario Gotze of Bayern Munich was the centre of attention, receiving a hug from his former club team-mate Bastian Schweinsteiger.
The Glasgow-born Irishman picked up an injury in Everton's 3-0 victory over Norwich City on the final day of the season but should be available for his nation's opener against Sweden.
The 22-year-old London musician is accompanied on the track by the BBC Concert Orchestra, with the combination of their music and the Beeb's pictures set to be unveiled for the first time on June 8.
Paris security forces will receive reinforcements to protect fan zones during Euro 2016 matches held in the French capital, the city's police force said on Thursday.
England took a break from their Australia Test match preparations with a trip to the beach, as Eddie Jones prepares for more rough treatment in his home country. The Red and Whites trained at The Southport School on Friday as they look to rectify their poor test record against the Wallabies on June 11, but they also found time to enjoy the scenery down under. England have won three from 17 tests against Australia and though they did beat Wales 27-13 at Twickenham last weekend, Jones' men will need to raise their game or risk another humbling.
Not satisfied at pulling out of the Australian team for the 2016 Rio Olympics, Nick Kyrgios couldn't help himself from putting the blame for it all on his nemesis AOC chief Kitty Chiller.
Khan is in talks for a re-match with Danny Garcia but the WBC, whose belt would be at stake, has now confirmed its intention to suspend for two years any of its fighters who elect to compete in Rio.
Mourinho greets Ranieri ahead of Soccer Aid... as the One Direction boys get their game faces on for the charity game
Top bosses
No need to say Sorry! Bieber and Neymar show off their keepy-up skills
Globally famous stars team up for fun in back garden
Strike-r! Aguero celebrates his birthday at bowling alley in California as Argentina continue build-up to Copa America
Cake and pins
Ronaldo shows there is no rest for the wicked as he trains in Ibiza with friends
Missed England friendly after Champions League final
Mayweather scoops huge £271,000 win after splashing the cash to back Golden State Warriors in NBA Playoffs
He's not called Money without good reason
Should Manchester United sign Zlatan Ibrahimovic?
Now share your opinion
England keep their heads... just
MATT LAWTON: England won again before heading to Euro 2016, but Harry Kane survived a brutal high challenge
Diego stretches it
Diego Costa was not picked for Spain's Euro 2016 squad, but this Pilates session showed he is keen to prove his fitness to Antonio Conte
Mourinho watches Rooney struggle
SAMI MOKBEL: Wonder what Jose Mourinho made of it all? The new Manchester United boss was at Wembley...
Djokovic so close to throwing it all away
The tournament favourite has come close to self-destruction with his on-court behaviour in the past month
Jones shows off his blond ambition
Phil Jones has had a season to forget but it appears that the defender is hoping to stand out this summer
Deeney back in the gym as Watford striker embarks on personal pre-season early
You'd expect Troy Deeney to be on a beach recharging his batteries
Neymar teams up with Michael Jordan to create first ever Nike Jordan football boot.... and he will wear it for first time at Rio 2016
Top ballers
Karim Benzema: Sex scandals, blackmail and lurid court cases...
ADAM CRAFTON: The Benzema story is a remarkable tale of sleaze and scandal
Ramsey hopes to catch the eye for Wales
LAURIE WHITWELL: For Wales, Ramsey often flies just underneath the radar because of Gareth Bale's huge stature
Mourinho hangs out with director Ritchie
Jose Mourinho looked like he was auditioning for something a little different in this picture with Guy Ritchie
Djokovic refuses to let weather rain on his French Open parade
Novak Djokovic swiped Fabrice Santoro's sou'wester during a post-match interview
'There's only one Ricky Fatton!' Hatton feasts on mammoth 'Benidorm breakfast'
British boxing legend enjoys family holiday in the Spanish sun
Copa America opener against Chile is black and white for Argentina
Argentina have been honing their preparations for this month's Copa America
No loyalty in football? Tell that to these stars and their dogs!
Messi and Marcelo are among players who've found love with their four-legged friends
Watch Alaba score stunning own goal for Austria as Bayern defender passes ball into empty net
Friendly against Malta - maybe too friendly
Joshua shows off punching power ahead of maiden IBF world title defence against
Anthony Joshua's power inside the ring can't be questioned
Payet is free-kick king!
Hailed as France's first real free-kick taker since Zinedine Zidane, is Dimitri Payet the most-feared deadball specialist at Euro 2016?
On the road with boxing's Mr Big
Eddie Hearn is the spinner of many plates, and he has granted us exclusive access to an extraordinary weekend
Pele: Icon for sale
More than 2,000 items will be included in the auction, with his three World Cup winner's medals included in the unique sale
England squad depart for daunting three-Test tour Down Under
After a gruelling season, Eddie Jones and his England squad are heading Down Under
Just the man to lecture about football! Mourinho heads to Portugal with Faria after being unveiled by Manchester United
At Lisbon University
Walcott puts Euro 2016 snub behind him as Arsenal star begins fitness regime ahead of next season
He won't be going to Euro 2016 with England
Three ripped stars and one portly coach! Sanchez and his 'ninja turtle' team-mates post picture from Chile's training camp
Ahead of Copa America
Watch Real Madrid stars sing and dance at 30,000 feet on way home from Champions League triumph over Atletico
Party time
Ronaldo showcases his washboard abs and athletic physique as he relaxes on board a yacht in Ibiza
Topped up his tan on luxury boat
Getting into the swing of things... Kane and Rooney meet Rose at The Grove ahead of Euro 2016 quest
At 'Horan & Rose' charity event held in Herts.
POGBOOM!
Paul Pogba added to his wacky collection of hairstyles with his latest effort ahead of France's narrow win over Cameroon on Monday
No Zlatan, no goals
Zlatan Ibrahimovic watched on from the bench as his Sweden team-mates played out a goalless draw with Slovenia in a friendly
Chelsea forward Pedro delighted after being handed Spain captaincy and is aiming to score 'much more'
Hasn't disguised his talent
Weight of a nation on his shoulders? Cavani leads the charge in training as Uruguay squad step up preparations for Copa America Centenario
Let's go to work
Jose Mourinho spent his Bank Holiday Monday at Carrington as he was shown round by Ed Woodward and Sir Bobby Chartlon
Euro 2016 WAGs gearing up to cheer on their superstar men in France this summer
These WAGs are sure to get pulses racing in France this summer
Barcelona reveal new home shirt in tribute to 1992 European Cup triumph
New kit worn by Messi and Co will set fans back a staggering £158
England captain Rooney enjoys sing-song with James Bay... with Neville on guitar!
Wayne Rooney and Gary Neville performed at a charity event in London
Bellew realises world title dream with stunning knockout victory at his beloved Goodison Park
A nightmare start and a Hollywood ending. How fitting for Tony Bellew
Ronaldo celebrates Real Madrid's Champions League win and insists: 'You're jealous I am still No 1!'
Cristiano Ronaldo scored winning spot-kick
Moyes shares box with Everton chairman Kenwright as former manager watches Bellew win at Goodison
Everton are on the lookout for a new boss...
They finished runners-up last time out but ahead of Euro 2016, Italy have shown they are still ahead of their rivals in the fashion stakes after the squad posed in suave suits for their pre-tournament photo. Antonio Conte's men have teamed up with Dolce & Gabbana to travel in style to France this summer but instead of opting for crisp white shirts to compliment their dark features, the squad posed in one block colour at their training camp in Coverciano, Florence. Italy have been drawn in Group E alongside Republic of Ireland, Sweden and Belgium in what many are calling the Group of Death, and Conte's side may need to call upon dark arts to progress to the knock-out stages.
The Republic of Ireland's opening Group E clash with Sweden in Paris is now just 10 days away and O'Neill pointed to the 1-0 win over Germany as all the proof needed to believe the squad are up to the task of reaching the knock-out stages. Jonathan Walters sat out training as a precaution on Thursday with a calf problem and the Ireland boss insists his chosen 23 will draw from the qualification well of experience when the Euro finals kick off.
EDGE OF THE BOX: The BBC have notched it up again. Not to 11. Not the full Spinal Tap. But certainly just tweaked it so that the forthcoming European Championship felt a tad closer.
Slovakia coach Jan Kozak admits he was 'surprised' that England played strikers Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy in wide positions against Portugal in their final warm-up game for Euro 2016.
Neville, Roy Hodgson's assistant, imparted advice to Chester during his time as an academy player at at Old Trafford, instilling discipline in training and games.
The Republic of Ireland international has forced his way into international reckoning this season and after idolising Stoke 'keeper Given as a boy, he now wants to get the nod over his hero in France.
The England Under 21 boss will not be an official member of the coaching staff but will undertake various scouting missions on opponents during the tournament.
CHARLES SALE - SPORTS AGENDA: The Mayor of Chantilly will be waiting in England's hotel, the Auberge du Jeu de Paume, to welcome Roy Hodgson and his players with a short ceremony.
Chester became the most expensive defender in West Brom's history last summer when he joined the Baggies in an £8million deal from Hull but only started once in the league before Christmas.
Belgium's glittering squad performed for an open training session in front of their supporters at the Cristal Arena in Genk on Thursday, ahead of the imminent European Championship in France. Premier League stars were out in full force, with Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and Liverpool striker Christian Benteke among the players photographed, as Belgium got ready for their final pre-Euro 2016 preparation with Norway at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels on Sunday. Their first game of Group E is with Italy on Monday, June 13, with the tournament beginning three days earlier, as the hosts play Romania at the Stade de France.
England will face Russia in their Euro 2016 opener in Marseille before Roy Hodgson's side meet Wales in Lens.
As the countdown continues to Euro 2016, Sportsmail remembers the greatest and most iconic moments from the tournament's history, featuring a range of heroes from the past.
O'Neill's ticker would have certainly skipped a beat when he was told his talisman's calf injury meant he couldn't get involved in the workout at Fota Island on Thursday.
Managers across Europe are revealing the squads they hope will snatch glory in France this summer. Here Sportsmail lists every player in every squad, from Albania to Wales, via England and Germany.
Premier League champions Leicester have confirmed the signing of Germany international goalkeeper Ron-Robert Zieler for an undisclosed fee. Claudio Ranieri's first deal of the summer sees the 27-year-old stopper, formerly of Manchester United, join from Bundesliga side Hannover 96 on a four-year contract. Zieler was part of Germany's World Cup-winning squad in 2014 and, despite not making this year's Euro cut, has played six times for his country.
Neymar will not be part of the Brazil squad that attempts to clinch the Copa America this summer, but the Barcelona forward showed he is not taking any time off with none other than Justin Bieber. The 24-year-old is being kept fresh for his home Olympic Games in Rio at the start of August, and he enjoyed a spot of down time with the singer-songwriter during the close season.
Manchester City have finalised a deal to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan on a four-year deal. Gundogan becomes Manchester City's first signing of the Pep Guardiola era.
Real Madrid defender Pepe has struggled to explain why he was reduced to tears during his side's Champions League triumph over arch rivals Atletico.
The USA face Colombia in the San Francisco bay on Friday night, kicking off the tournament and uncertainty is the order of the day on many counts due to Jurgen Klinsmann's unclear targets.
Aston Villa have confirmed the appointment of Roberto Di Matteo as the club's new manager. The former West Brom and Chelsea boss succeeds Remi Garde.
Manchester United deputy goalkeeper Sergio Romero believes Jose Mourinho's arrival at Old Trafford can help him dislodge David de Gea as the club's No 1.
Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis has put his faith in Arsene Wenger and suggested the Frenchman's future is in his own hands despite there being unrest among supporters.
Everton are pressing forward with their bid to make Ronald Koeman their new manager. Everton are willing to make him one of the best paid managers in the Premier League.
The redevelopment of Liverpool's main stand at Anfield is continuing at a steady pace with the removal of the existing roof. The club released images on Thursday, showcasing the latest progress as the Reds get the stand ready for the start of next season. The photos also show the arrival of construction vehicles inside the stadium as work continues.
New Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has revealed he flew Scott Brown to London for a face-to-face meeting as he sought to sell his Parkhead vision to the club captain.
After his omission from Spain's Euro 2016 squad due to concerns over his inconsistent form and a long term hamstring problem, Diego Costa is taking a slightly unconventional approach to recovery. The Chelsea striker spent time in London using a pilates machine on his left leg, which will help strengthen his vulnerable hamstring in addition to reducing the further risk of injury due to increased muscle toning. After a prolific first season in England's top flight, both he and Chelsea have struggled for goals in the last 12 months, and after muscle injuries halted any chances of consistency, the turn to pilates will hopefully leave him fully fit ahead of next season.
Jose Mourinho has told Michael Carrick he wants him to stay at Manchester United - and an extension to his contract will be thrashed out next week. The 34-year-old had been left in limbo.
The 52-year-old recognises the part he had in Leicester's incredible rise from relegation fodder to Premier League champions, but is now solely focused on managing Derby.
England international Caulker is not overly keen on a move to Crystal Palace and is willing to link up with Tony Pulis at West Brom if they can agree a deal.
Paris Saint-Germain have put Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho on their list of potential summer targets but have yet to make an approach. The 23-year-old is a crucial part of Jurgen Klopp's plans.
FIFA has said formal proceedings are yet to be taken against Gianni Infantino despite reports in a German newspaper that he is facing a 90-day suspension.
New Leeds manager Garry Monk says he's not even thinking about being fired by owner and serial sacker Massimo Cellino but is focused on reviving the club's fortunes.
Sergio Aguero showed he's as big a fan of strikes off the football field as he is on it, as he celebrated his 28th birthday at a bowling alley. Aguero and his Argentina team-mates took time-out from training ahead of their Copa America campaign to visit the alley near their base at San Jose State University, with a team including three Premier League-based players coming out on top.
PETE JENSON: As Real Madrid showed two years ago, winning the European Cup is not the precursor to a quiet summer and over the next three months it seems unlikely they will be resting on the laurels of winning the competition for an 11th time. Big players will leave, big players will arrive and the smart money says James Rodriguez will not be at the Bernabeu come September.
USA and Colombia kick the tournament off in San Francisco on Friday night, but who will reach the final in New Jersey on June 26? Here is Sportsmail's ultimate guide to the Copa America.
Here's Sportsmail's selection of 10 stars to keep an eye out for in the United States this summer... your club's scouts might well be doing the same.
This summer's Copa America gets underway on June 4 with hosts USA facing Colombia in the tournament opener. Here Sportsmail answers the key questions surrounding the tournament.
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS 104-89 CLEVELAND CAVALIERS: The Golden State Warriors needed a big lift from their bench to down the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Finals opener in Oakland on Thursday. With Warriors sharpshooters Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson going cold, Shaun Livingston, Andre Iguodala and Leandro Barbosa came off the bench to spearhead a decisive 15-0 run at end of the third and beginning of the fourth quarter. In a rematch of last year's championship series, won by the Warriors in six games, LeBron James and the Cavaliers had taken the lead for the first time since the opening minute with a surge midway through the third quarter.
The world number one had few problems on the court, dismissing seventh seed Berdych 6-3 7-5 6-3 to reach his sixth successive semi-final at Roland Garros. However, but for the quick reactions of a line judge, he might have found himself sensationally being defaulted.
Out early in the first round and presented with the sort of conditions under which he usually thrives - little wind, soft greens - the Northern Irishman needed those birdies simply to nudge under the par of 72. Alongside him Jordan Spieth couldn't take advantage either, although given the mediocrity of his long game he was satisfied simply to beat McIlroy by a stroke with a 70 in Ohio.
Mohammed Ali is being treated by doctors as a precaution with the 74-year-old in a fair condition according to spokesman Bob Gunnell.
Mr Gunnell declined to say where Ali is in hospital.
The Ospreys flanker suffered the injury while captaining his country in defeat against England at Twickenham last weekend. he's now looking at three months on the sidelines.
Jamaica face further scrutiny of its anti-doping procedures after one of their top sprinters was reported to have retrospectively tested positive for a banned substance in 2008.
Michael Bisping has accused Luke Rockhold of turning down a fight with Ronaldo 'Jacare' Souza as he prepares to face the UFC middleweight champion at UFC 199.
Adil Rashid has signed a new three-year deal with Yorkshire. The 28-year-old has spent all of his professional career with the White Rose, winning two County Championships.
With Edwards gone, Knight's appointment comes with Lydia Greenway also ushered into retirement this week by Robinson, and Sarah Taylor deciding to take her second international break
Sportsmail racing expert Robin Goodfellow gives his hottest selections ahead of Friday's meetings at Epsom Downs, Catterick, Market Rasen, Bath and Goodwood.
Jockey Andrea Atzeni is excited about his Investec Derby prospects after being snapped up by Sir Michael Stoute to ride Ulysses.
With Premier League clubs up and down the country hoping to strengthen their squad and offload dead wood, Sportsmail has every summer move covered with this handy guide.
Keep track of all the latest new Premier League strips released throughout the summer as Sportsmail brings you all the kits as they released and provides an overall rating too.
As domestic campaigns across Europe prepare to get rolling again with tours and local fixtures across the globe. Here are all the Premier League pre-season fixtures and results.
RIATH AL-SAMARRAI: Eddie Hearn is the spinner of many plates, a man in the middle of an old industry built on blood and cash, and this Liverpool show is his second world-title production in an extraordinary weekend, having watched Ricky Burns make history as a three-weight champion in Glasgow a night earlier.
Ilkay Gundogan has become the first signing of Pep Guardiola era at Manchester City after joining the club from in a £21million deal. Here is the lowdown on the midfielder.
Doctor Wu sounds like a villain in a James Bond movie and it is a pity there is no real-life 007 around to stop him blowing amateur boxing to smithereens in his bid to take over the world.
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