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Red card could spell end for erratic David Luiz

David Luiz's future seems dark at the moment after a poor performance and a needless sending off, leaving coach Dunga fuming at his irresponsibility in Brazil's 1-1 draw against Argentina.
David Luiz of Brazil controls the ball next to Gonzalo Hinguain of Argentina during their 2018 World Cup qualifying soccer match in Buenos Aires,

Spain dismissal of England suggests La Roja back on song

Spain's victory over England suggests they are pretty much back on track.
Spain v England – International Friendly

Spain dismissal of England suggests La Roja back on song

Spain won over England in a 2-0 score in their international friendly on Friday, suggesting that Spain has recovered from the debacle of the last world cup.
Spain v England – International Friendly

Sutherland defends scrapped tour as Socceroos travel to Bangladesh

Australia's cricket chief has defended the postponement of a test tour of Bangladesh as the soccer team 'Socceroos' play a World Cup qualifier this week.
Cricket Australia Chief Executive Sutherland speaks at a news conference, about the death of Australian cricketer Hughes, in Sydney

CONCACAF big guns start with wins on road to Russia

CONCACAF big guns Mexico, the United States and Costa Rica all got off to winning starts on Friday in their qualifying campaign for the 2018 World Cup.
Oribe Peralta of Mexico battles for the ball against Roberto Dominguez of El Salvador during their 2018 World Cup qualifying soccer match

After early shock, USA hit St Vincent for six

The USA recovered from conceding a surprise early goal to crush St Vincent 6-1 in their CONCACAF region, World Cup fourth round qualifying game.
Soccer: FIFA World Cup Qualifier-St. Vincent & The Grenadines at USA

England must improve passing, decision making – Hodgson

England's passing and decision making must improve if they are to mount a serious challenge at Euro 2016, manager Roy Hodgson said after defeat to Spain.
Spain v England – International Friendly

France beat Germany as attacks overshadow friendly

Olivier Giroud and Andre-Pierre Gignac scored as Euro 2016 hosts France beat Germany 2-0 in a friendly overshadowed by attacks in the French capital.
Football Soccer – France v Germany – International Friendly match – Stade de France

Gaspar nets stunner as Spain down England 2-0

Spain fullback Mario Gaspar scored with a stunning volley and midfielder Santi Cazorla added a late goal as they handed England a chastening 2-0 defeat.
Spain v England – International Friendly

Double for Dutchman Robben in 3-2 win over Wales

Netherlands enjoyed a 3-2 friendly win away to a weakened Wales on Friday with Arjen Robben proving the match-winner with two goals.
Wales v Netherlands – International Friendly

Raul ready to cap career with US championship win

Former Spain international Raul could be just 90 minutes from lifting one last trophy, with a win in the North American Soccer League's championship game.
New York Cosmos player Raul shakes hands with fans while he exits the field after winning Fort Lauderdale Strikers (2-1) during their soccer match in NASL Championship Semifinals in Brooklyn, New York

Lewandowski’s late double helps Poland sink Iceland

Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Poland overcame fellow Euro 2016 qualifiers Iceland 4-2 in a high-scoring friendly
Lewandowski Poland