Former most expensive defender in the world, 35, ends career in Bolivia
Eliaquim Mangala has ended his career at the age of 35. The defender played for clubs including Manchester City, FC Porto and Valencia, as well as the French national team.
Statements from the Belgium head coach after the 5-1 win over New Zealand
Belgium coach praised the veteran leaders after a 5-1 win over New Zealand, highlighting efficiency, calm and World Cup qualification.
Austria ecstatic after dramatic World Cup finale
A draw against Algeria was enough for Austria to progress at the World Cup, and a draw against Algeria is exactly what they got. But few people saw the manner of it coming. There is plenty of disbelief in the Austrian media, although there was hardly any talk of a comfortable mutually beneficial draw.