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Little-known Grindel frontrunner to lead German FA

Reinhard Grindel, a Christian Democrat member of parliament and treasurer of the German FA (DFB), was earmarked on Tuesday to take over as president.
Grindel

No reason to call off Clasico, Spain official says

There is no reason for Saturday's La Liga 'Clasico' between Real Madrid and Barcelona to be postponed following Friday's attacks in Paris, says official.

Moyes ‘disappointed’ at Sociedad sacking

David Moyes has expressed disappointment at being sacked by Real Sociedad and said he had been confident of "finishing in a strong position" in La Liga.
Real Sociedad coach David Moyes is pictured before their Spanish first division soccer match against Atletico Madrid at Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian

Armed police to patrol England v France soccer match following Paris attacks

Armed police will patrol around Wembley stadium for the England v France friendly match just days after militants launched suicide bombings in Paris.

Chelsea need one win to regain confidence – Ramires

Chelsea mid-fielder Ramires says that they are one win away from getting their season back on track, despite being close to the relegation zone.
Chelsea Training

Arsenal’s Wilshere will not rush his return from injury

Arsenal's Jack Wilshere is in no rush to get back to playing, he wants to be fully fit and injury recovered before he does so.
Arsenal v VfL Wolfsburg – Emirates Cup – Pre Season Friendly Tournament

Iran ignore visa trouble to cash in on Guam defensive woe

Despite absent players and staff members Iran brushed aside a challenge from Guam in the World Cup Qualifier match on Tuesday.

Belgium v Spain match called off for security reasons

A soccer friendly featuring Belgium v Spain scheduled for Brussels on Tuesday has been postponed for security reasons after the Paris attacks.

German discounter Lidl to sponsor England team

The English soccer team has set aside decades of sporting rivalry with the Germans by signing up a new sponsor -- German discount supermarket Lidl.
A sign is seen outside a LIDL supermarket in London

Argentine FA chief backs beleaguered coach Martino

Argentina's worst start to a World Cup qualifying campaign does not put coach Gerardo Martino's future in doubt, Argentine FA chief Luis Segura said.
Argentina’s coach Martino walks during a training session ahead of their 2018 World Cup qualifying soccer match against Brazil in Buenos Aires

As long as no 2002 repeat, Ireland will be fine – Keane

Ireland assistant manager Roy Keane said that as long as their Euro 2016 preparations do not resemble the 2002 World Cup, they will do just fine.
Republic of Ireland v Scotland – UEFA Euro 2016 Qualifying Group D

Unpopular Dunga urges fans to get behind Brazil

The home fans must be patient when they take on Peru in Tuesday's World Cup qualifiers, Brazilian coach Dunga said.
Brazilian national soccer coach Dunga attends a media conference ahead his squad training session at Arena Corinthians stadium in Sao Paulo