Ballon D'Or winner says he made ‘efforts and mistakes’ after 97 appearances for Les Bleus

Country's refereeing association searches for new president following drugs scandal

Textor-owned Eagle Football Holding acquires eighth-ranked side in deal worth more than 800m euros

Messi and co’s World Cup win has helped crisis-ridden nation forget their woes, at least for now

New insect species was named after Djokovic; Eight-time winner Federer was denied entry into Wimbledon grounds

A 'terrorist' attack killed four members of Iran's security forces in the country's southeast

Gulf state eyeing hosting rights for 2036 Games after successfully staging football spectacle

World number one says he needs enough time to train after recovering from abdominal injury

Argentine manager praises his players for ‘breaking their backs’ to win title in Qatar

Argentine star joined by players like Ronaldo, Lewandowski, Suarez, Mueller who will not be seen on biggest stage