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The FIFA president is confident that construction will be completed before the the start of the Confederations Cup on June 15.

Italy forward El Shaarawy has sat out training with a muscle problem, just three days before the Azzurri's Confederations Cup opener against Mexico.

The striker said that it's natural that in the national team he hasn't been able to play as well as he used to for Santos.

The Portuguese star has been heavily linked with a move away from La Liga with his contract with los Blancos expiring only in 2015.

Levante announced on Sunday that Caparros would be taking over for Juan Ignacio Martinez, who was not offered a contract extension.

Switzerland took a huge step toward Brazil on Saturday when substitute Haris Seferovic scored in the 90th minute for a 1-0 victory over Cyprus in a World Cup qualifying match.

Celta Vigo say they have agreed to part ways with coach Abel Resino after barely escaping relegation to Spain's second division.

Messi, who had not played since May 12 due to a thigh injury, was introduced by Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella in the 55th minute on Thursday.

Argentina lead the South American group with 25 points, with Colombia second on 20.

Luis Suarez scored after less than five minutes on the pitch to give Uruguay a 1-0 win over France in an international friendly.

Ronaldo has been unable to inspire the sluggish Portuguese in their qualifying campaign and they are third in their group with just four matches remaining.

The Portuguese manager quit Real, where he alienated a significant section of the fans, three years before the end of his contract.

Mourinho, however, may feel the time is right to move Terry on and give extra defensive responsibility to the likes of Luiz, Cahill and Ivanovic.

Higuain says he's leaving Real Madrid after seven seasons to join a club where he is truly "wanted".

Javier Hernandez scored twice to bring ten-man Mexico back from a second-half deficit and draw 2-2 with Nigeria.

The Serb says he is leaving to seek "another challenge" after helping the team earn promotion last season and avoid any relegation scares in its return this season.