Giving Bolt a contract would be a short-lived sugar-hit, Lucy Zelic argues
Usain Bolt's attempted football career with the Central Coast Mariners is a " short-lived sugar-hit that will appeal to a non-football fan for all of five minutes", argues Lucy Zelic
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Rooney nets outrageous long-range free-kick
Wayne Rooney scored an outrageous long-range free-kick - from 35 yards - in the first half of DC United's MLS clash against Toronto FC on Thursday (AEDT).
Rooney nets outrageous long-range free-kick
Wayne Rooney scored an outrageous long-range free-kick - from 35 yards - in the first half of DC United's MLS clash against Toronto FC on Thursday (AEDT).
Rooney's incredible free-kick seals DC United win
Wayne Rooney scored an inrcedible long-range goal to seal DC United a 1-0 win over Toronto FC in the MLS on Thursday (AEDT).
Sam Kerr - W-League interview
Perth Glory star Sam Kerr talks to The World Game ahead of the 2018-19 W-League season.
Kyah Simon - W-League interview
Melbourne City star Kyah Simon talks to The World Game ahead of the 2018-19 W-League season.
Katrina Gorry - W-League interview
Brisbane Roar's Katrina Gorry talks to The World Game ahead of the 2018-19 W-League season.
Michelle Heyman - W-League interview
Adelaide United star Michelle Heyman talks to The World Game ahead of the 2018-19 W-League season.
Ellie Carpenter - W-League interview
Canberra United star Ellie Carpenter talks to The World Game ahead of the 2018-19 W-League season.
Laura Alleway - W-League interview
Melbourne Victory's Laura Alleway talks to The World Game ahead of the 2018-19 W-League season.
Henry hoping to emulate Deschamps and Zidane at Monaco
New Monaco coach Thierry Henry says he hopes to become as successful as countrymen Didier Deschamps and Zinedine Zidane.
Fabregas reveals the most memorable assist of his career
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas claims his assist for Andres Iniesta during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final was the most memorable of his career.
Hometown hero Mbappe returns to Bondy to relive World Cup win
2018 FIFA World Cup winning wonder kid Kylian Mbappe hopes to see another child from his neighbourhood go onto to replicate his success on the global stage.
I don't need to win the Champions League to be successful - Henry
New Monaco coach Thierry Henry says he doesn't need to win the UEFA Champions League to be considered a success, and highlighted the importance of developing players.
Griezmann double seals France comeback win against Germany
A brace from France star Antoine Griezmann has helped his side to a 2-1 comeback win against Germany in the UEFA Nations League.
Brazil snatch 93rd-minute winner against Argentina
A 93rd-minute header from Brazil defender Miranda has helped his side to a last-gasp 1-0 win against Argentina in their international clash in Saudi Arabia.
Belgium's Mertens nets with thunderous volley
Belgium took a 1-0 lead in their international clash against the Netherlands with a Dries Mertens thunderous volley from just inside the penalty area.
Neymar scythed down by Argentina's Saravia
Renzo Saravia cut down Neymar in brutal fashion during Brazil's international against Argentina.
Netherlands hold Belgium to draw
A late Netherlands goal has helped them come from behind to secure a 1-1 draw with Belgium in their international clash.
Wilson stunner guides Wales past Ireland
Wales overcame the absences of Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey as Harry Wilson's stunning free-kick earned a 1-0 away Nations League victory over the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League.
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