Football

The Togolese forward spent the second half of last season on loan at Madrid.

Adrian Ramos scored in the 45th minute as Colombia defeated Costa Rica 1-0.

Lille attacker Gervinho has revealed he is on the verge of signing for Arsenal.

Mexico have rocketed up the FIFA rankings into the top 10 for the first time since 2007.

The Italian club also rubbished rumours that they are interested in Park ji Sung.

Lassana Diarra has two more years on his contract and he feels fine at Madrid.

The Croatian conceded he wished to stay in London and play for a side in the Champions League.

Belize's Deon McCauley hitting a hat-trick in the opening match on the road to Brazil.

Belize and Montserrat will begin the qualification process in the CONCACAF region.

Adam looks destined to leave the Seasiders following their relegation on the final day of the season.

The Ligue 1 side insisted they would not sell the Ivory Coast international to another French club.

Arsenal boss Wenger remains determined to keep hold of his captain despite Barcelona's long-standing interest.

A second-string Argentina side, coached by Sergio Batista, were beaten 1-4 by Nigeria on Wednesday.

Chelsea are hopeful that Hiddink will re-join the club that he led for a temporary period in 2009.

Lionel Messi played down an incident in which someone tried to punch him outside a restaurant.

A first half strike from Pedro gave the Catalans the lead but Wayne Rooney's strike put United level at half time.