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Confederations Cup: Fans pic special

Confederations Cup: Fans pic special

We look at the action from the stands as fans cheer on their teams through round one of the 2017 Confederations Cup in Russia. 20 Jun 2017
Pic special: Socceroos arrive in Russia

Pic special: Socceroos arrive in Russia

Ange Postecoglou and the Socceroos landed in Moscow on Thursday ahead of the Confederations Cup in Russia. Pics by Getty Images. 16 Jun 2017
Fans travel 20,000 kms for away game

Fans travel 20,000 kms for away game

How far would you go to see a goalless draw? 21 Mar 2017
Boxer unloads on Russian 'cheat'

Boxer unloads on Russian 'cheat'

NSFW! Furious Irish boxer Michael Conlan unleashed his anger on live TV about Russia's doping program after he was beaten in the Olympic bantamweight quarter final by Vladimir Nikitin. 17 Aug 2016
Russia may compete at Rio

Russia may compete at Rio

The Russian flag will be flying at the Olympics and athletes may be allowed to compete on the world’s biggest sporting stage despite an ongoing drug scandal. 25 Jul 2016
Capello in line to remain Russia boss

Capello in line to remain Russia boss

FABIO Capello is set to sign a new contract that will see him remain as Russia coach until 2018, according to the country's sports minister. 16 Nov 2013
Capello turned down Italy

Capello turned down Italy

FABIO Capello has revealed that he turned down the chance to manage Italy. 5 Oct 2013
Carlos warns Chelsea over Eto'o influence

Carlos warns Chelsea over Eto'o influence

ROBERTO Carlos has warned that former team-mate Samuel Eto'o could be a "damaging" influence in the Chelsea dressing room. 12 Sep 2013
Russia World Cup plans gain pace

Russia World Cup plans gain pace

Russia's plans for hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup are going smoothly, the tournament's chief executive has insisted. 1 Jul 2013
Capello son plays down PSG link

Capello son plays down PSG link

Fabio Capello's son and lawyer has refuted suggestions that the Italian could be set to take over at Paris Saint-Germain. 21 Jun 2013
Tolstykh: Capello will not join PSG

Tolstykh: Capello will not join PSG

Russian football's chief believes Fabio Capello will continue as national team manager, despite rumoured interest from Paris Saint-Germain. 20 Jun 2013
Anzhi home stadium ban upheld

Anzhi home stadium ban upheld

Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala must once again find an alternative home venue for their 2013-14 UEFA Europa League ties. 20 Jun 2013
Hiddink to stay on at Anzhi

Hiddink to stay on at Anzhi

Guus Hiddink has gone back on his decision to retire from management, signing a one-year extension at Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala. 12 Jun 2013
Spalletti to 'think about' Arshavin return

Spalletti to 'think about' Arshavin return

Arsenal midfielder Andrey Arshavin could be set for a return to Zenit St Petersburg. 29 May 2013
Hulk talks up Neymar Russia move

Hulk talks up Neymar Russia move

Hulk says it would be 'very good' if Neymar were to join him in Russia with Zenit St Petersburg. 1 Apr 2013
Scolari sees Brazil improvement

Scolari sees Brazil improvement

Brazil head coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has insisted his side are on the right path after a 1-1 friendly draw with Russia in London on Monday. 26 Mar 2013
Hulk expects testing Russia clash

Hulk expects testing Russia clash

Zenit St Petersburg striker Hulk believes Brazil are in for a tough test against Russia in their international friendly on Monday. 25 Mar 2013
Scolari, Brazil missing home comforts

Scolari, Brazil missing home comforts

Luiz Filipe Scolari says he would rather Brazil play warm-up matches at home as they prepare for yet another promotional friendly. 25 Mar 2013
Capello ignoring Chelsea rumours

Capello ignoring Chelsea rumours

Russia head coach Fabio Capello has dismissed speculation linking him with the Chelsea job. 23 Mar 2013
Capello pleased with London visit

Capello pleased with London visit

Russia coach Fabio Capello says bringing his team to London is ideal preparation for their crunch World Cup qualifying clash with Northern Ireland. 20 Mar 2013
Kaka back for Brazil, Ronaldinho cut

Kaka back for Brazil, Ronaldinho cut

Brazil have named their squad for friendlies against Italy and Russia, with Real Madrid's Kaka recalled for both matches. 6 Mar 2013