Philipp Lahm Announces Retirement from International Football

Philipp Lahm has called time on his international career after winning the 2014 World Cup with Germany, as revealed by Bild via ESPN FC: Lahm confirmed the decision to Bild, saying, “I told Jogi Low on Monday already that I am retiring from international football. The decision developed during last season,” via The Guardian. The versatile Bayern Munich star bows out in the most... 

Germany World Cup Victory Parade Route 2014: Most Memorable Moments

Germany’s World Cup winners have touched down in Berlin. Joachim Low’s squad, the first to triumph at the international tournament since the country’s reunification in 1990, were understandably greeted by thousands of fans upon their return to Europe. Visit Berlin confirmed the team’s route from Tegal Airport to “fan mile” at the Brandenburg Gate. The tourist website... 

Nico Rosberg, Julian Draxler, Benedikt Howedes in Car Accident on Mercedes Shoot

Schalke duo Julian Draxler and Benedikt Howedes were involved in a car accident that left “two people in hospital,” according to Phil Duncan of the Daily Mail. Formula One pacesetter Nico Rosberg and DTM driver Pascal Wehrlein were driving the players separately in a promotional shoot for Mercedes, when the latter racer’s vehicle hit two people.  Although none of the aforementioned... 

French Open 2014 Draw Results: Full List of Seedings and Brackets

Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams head into the 2014 French Open as defending champions, but both received potentially difficult draws in their quest to dominate this year’s Grand Slam on clay. Last year’s victors were present as this season’s draw was made, as reported by Roland Garros‘ official Twitter account: Here’s a full rundown of the top 32 seeds in both the men’s... 

Rory McIlroy Breaks off Engagement with Caroline Wozniacki

Rory McIlroy has ended his relationship with Caroline Wozniacki just days after sending wedding invites to friends and family, an occurrence that made the golfing star realise he “wasn’t ready for all that marriage entails.” McIlroy, who was rumored to have broken up with Wozniacki in October 2013, issued a statement to confirm his intentions and wish his ex-fiancee well, reported... 

Lewis Hamilton Tops Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar in World’s Most Marketable List

Lewis Hamilton has beaten the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Usain Bolt to be named SportsPro‘s most marketable athlete 2014, in association with Eurosport. A top 50 was put together in a collaboration that judged each professional on his or her “marketing potential over a three-year period from this summer.” Age, value for money, charisma and crossover appeal were judged,... 

Jonny Wilkinson Confirms He Will Retire at End of Season: Reaction and Comment

Jonny Wilkinson, England’s hero during the 2003 Rugby World Cup, has announced his retirement from the professional game. Sky News revealed the 34-year-old’s decision to call time on an injury blighted career that was also crammed with success: Wilkinson spoke after the decision was made public, reported by Mike Dawes of the Daily Mail: I would like to take this opportunity to formally... 

Lionel Messi Brushes off Diego Maradona, Pele Pressure Ahead of World Cup

Lionel Messi is already a certified football icon, sitting alongside the sport’s greatest talents at the age of 26. The four-time Ballon d’Or winner, whose list of accolades covers every major club trophy with Barcelona, doesn’t feel he has anything to prove at this summer’s World Cup. Detractors suggest that, because Messi hasn’t led Argentina to glory, he cannot be compared... 

Samir Nasri’s Girlfriend Apologises for France Tweet as Star Mulls Retirement

Updates from Friday, May 16 CNN reports France’s Didier Deschamps has issued a lawsuit against Samir Nasri‘s girlfriend, Anara Atanes: Coach Didier Deschamps filed a civil lawsuit against her Friday, charging that she publicly insulted him. […] Deschamps’ lawyer, Carlo Alberto Brusa, told CNN that the lawsuit was filed due to the “seriousness of her comments.” The... 

Ivory Coast World Cup Roster 2014: Full 28-Man Squad and Starting 11 Projections

Ivory Coast head into the 2014 FIFA World Cup with grounded expectations but in full knowledge they can spring a fair share of upsets on Brazilian soil. The Elephants topped their Confederation of African Football second-round qualifying group with four wins and two draws from six matches, before waltzing beyond Senegal in the continental play-offs 4-2 on aggregate. Competitive fixtures against Japan,... 

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