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Pele threatens comeback after Mbappe becomes second teen to score in World Cup Final

Pele threatens comeback after Mbappe becomes second teen to score in World Cup Final

Three-time World Cup winner Pele said he might consider returning to football after 19-year-old French forward Kylian Mbappe became only the second teenager in history to score in a World Cup final repeating the Brazil legend's feat. 16 Jul 2018
Monaco Make Official Offer for CSKA Moscow Midfielder Golovin - Source

Monaco Make Official Offer for CSKA Moscow Midfielder Golovin - Source

MOSCOW, July 16 (Sputnik) - Former French champions Monaco, who last captured the Ligue 1 title in 2017, have lodged a formal offer for CSKA Moscow and Russia midfielder Aleksandr Golovin, a source familiar with the situation told Sputnik Monday. 16 Jul 2018
France World Cup celebrations turn violent

France World Cup celebrations turn violent

Celebrations of France's victory in the 2018 World Cup final turned into mayhem in Paris and several other French cities, local media reported Monday, citing police. 16 Jul 2018
Russian Embassy in US Marks FIFA World Cup Celebrations With Concert of Jazz Legend Butman

Russian Embassy in US Marks FIFA World Cup Celebrations With Concert of Jazz Legend Butman

WASHINGTON, July 16 (Sputnik) - The Russian Embassy in the United States has marked the celebrations dedicated to the 2018 FIFA World Cup with a concert of Russian saxophone virtuoso Igor Butman and the Igor Butman Quintet. 16 Jul 2018
Over 120 Officers From 34 Countries Helped Ensure Security During FIFA World Cup - Putin

Over 120 Officers From 34 Countries Helped Ensure Security During FIFA World Cup - Putin

MOSCOW, July 16 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked the personnel of national and foreign security services, noting that 126 representatives of 55 security services and law enforcement agencies from 34 states participated in ensuring security during the FIFA World Cup. 16 Jul 2018
Almost 25Mln Cyberattacks on Russian Infrastructure Foiled During FIFA World Cup - Putin

Almost 25Mln Cyberattacks on Russian Infrastructure Foiled During FIFA World Cup - Putin

MOSCOW, July 16 (Sputnik) - Russian security services neutralized almost 25 million cyberattacks and other malign activities against the country's information infrastructure during the FIFA World Cup, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday. 16 Jul 2018
Sir Alex Ferguson's former right hand man joins Central Coast Mariners

Sir Alex Ferguson's former right hand man joins Central Coast Mariners

Central Coast Mariners have officially appointed Manchester United legend, Mike Phelan, as the club’s Sporting Director. 16 Jul 2018
France's dressing room goes 'crazy' - Varane

France's dressing room goes 'crazy' - Varane

France defender Raphael Varane said on Sunday night that the atmosphere in his side's dressing room was "crazy" following their 2018 FIFA World Cup victory. 16 Jul 2018
Croatian football boss: 'I want to jump into the Adriatic Sea'

Croatian football boss: 'I want to jump into the Adriatic Sea'

Croatian Football Federation (HNS) President Davor Suker said on Sunday that he felt "devastated" after Croatia's loss in the 2018 FIFA World Cup final. 16 Jul 2018
France defender Rami retires from international football

France defender Rami retires from international football

France defender Adil Rami has announced his retirement from international football following his side's 2018 FIFA World Cup victory, the French news website L’Equipe reported on Sunday. 16 Jul 2018
FIFA names goal of the tournament contenders

FIFA names goal of the tournament contenders

Two goals scored by Russia midfielder Denis Cheryshev and one from his teammate striker Artem Dzyuba at the 2018 FIFA World Cup are among the contenders to win the Goal of the Tournament title, FIFA said on their official website on Monday. 16 Jul 2018
France showed 'strength, character, confidence' - Giroud

France showed 'strength, character, confidence' - Giroud

France striker Olivier Giroud said on Sunday night that he was proud of his side showing "strength, character and confidence" at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 16 Jul 2018
France Midfielder Pogba Proved to Be 'Real Leader' at World Cup - Defender Rami

France Midfielder Pogba Proved to Be 'Real Leader' at World Cup - Defender Rami

MOSCOW, July 16 (Sputnik) - France defender Adil Rami said on Sunday night that his side's midfielder Paul Pogba had proved that he was a "real leader" during the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 16 Jul 2018
Those who criticised France now celebrate - Pogba

Those who criticised France now celebrate - Pogba

France midfielder Paul Pogba said that those who used to criticise his side were now celebrating their 2018 FIFA World Cup victory. 16 Jul 2018
Mbappe: Win just the 'beginning of journey'

Mbappe: Win just the 'beginning of journey'

France forward Kylian Mbappe said he was still "in the beginning" of his "journey” despite winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup and becoming only the second teenager in history to score in the final. 16 Jul 2018
Lloris: 'big honour' to win World Cup as France Captain

Lloris: 'big honour' to win World Cup as France Captain

France goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris said it was a "big honour" for him to win the 2018 FIFA World Cup as the captain of the national team. 16 Jul 2018
Over 310,000 Moscow Metro Passengers Watched World Cup Final Live - Transport Department

Over 310,000 Moscow Metro Passengers Watched World Cup Final Live - Transport Department

MOSCOW, July 16 (Sputnik) - More than 310,000 Moscow metro passengers watched the 2018 FIFA World Cup final on screens installed in the trains, the press service of Moscow's Transport Department said on Friday. 16 Jul 2018
Macron congratulates team on World Cup victory

Macron congratulates team on World Cup victory

French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated his team on winning the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 16 Jul 2018
France to celebrate World Cup victory non-stop - Hernandez

France to celebrate World Cup victory non-stop - Hernandez

France midfielder Lucas Hernandez said on Sunday night that his side were going to celebrate their 2018 FIFA World Cup victory with a non-stop party. 16 Jul 2018
Rakitic: Croatia outplayed France in some areas

Rakitic: Croatia outplayed France in some areas

Croatia midfielder Ivan Rakitic said that despite losing in the World Cup final, his team outplayed France in some areas of the game. 16 Jul 2018
Modric Pleased to Be Awarded Golden Ball But Wanted to Win World Cup More

Modric Pleased to Be Awarded Golden Ball But Wanted to Win World Cup More

MOSCOW, July 15 (Sputnik) - Croatia midfielder and captain Luka Modric said on Sunday that he was pleased to be awarded with the Golden Ball, an award presented to the best player at each FIFA World Cup final, but would have preferred to have won the World Cup. 16 Jul 2018