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MLS the league for a ‘new America’, says Garber

Major League Soccer (MLS) has positioned itself as the sport's league for "a new America" and will soon be recognised as one of the best in the world.
MLS: State of the League Address

Brazil’s del Nero asks for temporary leave

Brazil's football federation said President Marco Polo del Nero had asked for a leave of absence on Thursday.
President of Brazilian Soccer Confederation (CBF) Marco Polo Del Nero arrives for a news conference in Rio de Janeiro

Perez denies Real broke rules over fielding Cheryshev

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez believes the rules were not broken by fielding Denis Cheryshev in their King’s Cup clash with Cadiz.
Real Madrid’s President Perez gestures during a news conference at Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid

Former banker Sarri takes Napoli to the top

Fifteen years after abandoning a career in international banking to try his luck as a soccer coach, Maurizio Sarri has finally reached the top.
Hellas Verona v Napoli – Italian Serie A

Neville out to make his mark at Valencia

Gary Neville is determined to establish himself as his own man as he prepares for life at the helm of Spanish side Valencia.
Ferguson poses for photographers on the red carpet at the world premiere of “Ronaldo” at Leicester Square in London

Newcastle’s McClaren calls for unity before Liverpool visit

Newcastle United boss Steve McClaren has called for togetherness ahead of Liverpool's visit in the Premier League.
Crystal Palace v Newcastle United – Barclays Premier League

Valencia challenge too big to turn down, says Neville

New Valencia coach Gary Neville has said that the challenge of managing the La Liga side was so enticing that he could not afford to turn it down.
Former Manchester United player Neville poses for photographers on the red carpet at the world premiere of “Ronaldo” at Leicester Square in London

FIFA approves reform package, delays World Cup expansion

FIFA's executive committee approved a package of planned reforms aimed at cleaning up soccer's scandal-plagued world governing body.
Journalists gather in front of FIFA’s headquarters in Zurich

FIFA says executive board unanimously approves reforms

FIFA's executive committee unanimously approves reforms to improve the global soccer body's governance structure.
The sun is reflected in FIFA’s logo in front of FIFA’s headquarters in Zurich

Defoe ruled out for Sunderland’s trip to Arsenal

Sunderland's top scorer Jermain Defoe will be out for the trip to Arsenal as he has injured his hamstring, said manager Sam Allardyce.
Sunderland v Stoke City – Barclays Premier League

West Ham’s Sakho may be out for up to two months

West Ham United striker Sakho shall not be able to play for up to two months owing to a thigh injury.
West Ham United v West Bromwich Albion – Barclays Premier League

Red-faced Real look to bounce back after cup fiasco

Real Madrid coach Rafa Benitez is under fire for fielding the suspended Denis Cheryshev.
Real Madrid’s coach Benitez gestures during a news conference a day ahead of their “Clasico” soccer match against Barcelona at the Valdebebas training grounds outside Madrid