Julio Cesar Completes Transfer to MLS Franchise Toronto from QPR

Toronto FC, coached by former Blackburn, Tottenham and QPR defender Ryan Nelsen, have snapped up one of the world’s top goalkeepers, Julio Cesar. Updates from Friday, Feb. 14 Cesar has agreed to a loan move from QPR and will link up with his new side for the start of the 2014 MLS season. The news was confirmed by Kurtis Larson of the Toronto Sun, who reports: Brazilian international goalkeeper... 

Brazil, Still Hurt by 1950, Now Can Start Plotting Path to Maracana Redemption

If anyone wanted an early taste of what will be one of the pervading storylines of next summer’s World Cup—for hosts Brazil, at least—than they were well served by Friday’s draw in the scenic resort of Costa do Sauipe. Brazil’s loss to Uruguay in what was effectively the final of the 1950 World Cup (albeit back then, the tournament was decided by a final group stage) is... 

Critical Germany Remind England It’s About Performances, Not Results, Right Now

WEMBLEY, LONDON—Before a satisfied Joachim Low left his post-match press conference following Germany’s friendly victory on Tuesday evening, an engagement he had conducted entirely in German, he offered a few words in near-perfect English. Low thanked the Football Association for inviting his country to play at Wembley, and for the hospitality afforded to them during their stay. “We... 

Joe Hart Keeps Hold of England Spot as Tom Cleverley Lets Slip World Cup Chance

WEMBLEY, LONDON—No player was out earlier to warm up for Tuesday evening’s friendly between England and Germany than Joe Hart. Having already lost his starting place for his club—for now, at least—and under threat at the international level, Hart was out a full hour before the 8 p.m. kick-off, practising his distribution and catching along with the other goalkeepers in the... 

England vs. Germany: Final Player Ratings for the Three Lions

England 0-1 Germany, International Friendly Goals: Mertesacker (39′) A first-half header from Per Mertesacker was the difference as England succumbed to a narrow friendly defeat to Germany at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday. England hit the post through Andros Townsend but could not find an equaliser, with Germany looking marginally the more likely to grab the second goal as Joe Hart was called into... 

Portugal Fears over Cristiano Ronaldo as Real Madrid Star Misses WCQ Training

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo sat out training with Portugal on Tuesday, sparking fears that he might not be fit for Friday’s World Cup play-off first leg against Sweden. Ronaldo has been struggling slightly with an injury to his left foot in recent weeks, but played in Real Madrid’s demolition of Real Sociedad at the weekend. Nevertheless, the Daily Mail reports that he missed... 

Michael Carrick and Danny Welbeck Withdraw from England Friendlies

The Manchester United duo of Michael Carrick and Danny Welbeck have both been withdrawn from England’s upcoming friendlies against Chile and Germany, the Football Association confirmed on Tuesday. Welbeck is currently dealing with a knee injury that has kept him from playing since October 19 and forced him to miss Manchester United’s Premier League victory over Arsenal on Sunday. Carrick,... 

Legendary Iran Goalkeeper Who Nearly Joined Man United Gets Cameo in Homeland

Football fans were in for a surprise while watching Homeland Sunday night, when acting CIA director Saul Berenson revealed himself to be an extremely knowledgeable student of the beautiful game. (Warning: some mild spoilers ahead) In a scene from the fourth episode of the show’s third season—shown last week in the United States, and on Sunday in the United Kingdom—Berenson (played... 

Rio Ferdinand and Roy Hodgson Added to England Commission by FA

Former England captain Rio Ferdinand and current England manager Roy Hodgson have joined the Football Association’s England Commission, set up to discuss ways the infrastructure of the game in England can be improved. Ferdinand’s appointment comes just a day after the Commission was criticised as “singularly damaged” by the FA’s only female board member, Heather Rabbatts,... 

Roy Hodgson Savours ‘Biggest Achievement’ as England Qualify for World Cup

Roy Hodgson believes leading England at next summer’s World Cup will be the proudest achievement of his career, after seeing his side book its ticket to Brazil with a 2-0 victory over Poland at Wembley on Tuesday. Goals from Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard near the end of either half secured the all-important win England needed, ensuring they finished one point above Ukraine (who beat San Marino... 

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