Ronaldo inspires Portugal to end Welsh dream

Two former Manchester United stars fire Portugal to a 2-0 win over Wales in the first Euro 2016 semi-final.

Mariners launch draft to find Canberra's next Tom Rogic

David Polkinghorne   Central Coast Mariners will give three Canberra players and one coach a taste of the A-League.

Sir Alex Ferguson's $172 million mistake

Dominic Bossi   When Sir Alex Ferguson lost a 19-year-old youth team player in 2012, he never thought it would cost the club a transfer record four years later.

City sign historic sponsorship deal

Daniel Cherny   Melbourne City have become the first A-League club to sign a sponsorship deal with a rival car manufacturer since Football Federation Australia lifted its restrictions on such deals.

Wales made to pay for concentration lapse: Coleman

Wales manager Chris Coleman said he was "immensely proud" of his team after their hopes of reaching the Euro 2016 final were dashed by a brief lapse of focus during a 2-0 defeat by Portugal on Wednesday.

Why Lionel Messi will avoid jail time

At the centre of the case was a dispute over the Argentine's image rights - but what does it all mean? Here is the lowdown on how Messi's affairs unravelled.

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Live: Portugal v Wales

Matt Bungard   Join us for live coverage as Bale and Ronaldo's men face off for a spot in the final.

Barcelona soccer star Messi sentenced to 21 months in prison

Emma Pinedo   Barcelona soccer star Lionel Messi has been sentenced to 21 months in prison after a court in Barcelona found him guilty of three counts of tax fraud, a statement from the court said on Wednesday.

Socceroo Mooy heads for Huddersfield

Socceroo Aaron Mooy will spend next season at second-tier English club Huddersfield Town after agreeing a year-long loan deal from Manchester City.

Wales boss calls for street smarts

Wales manager Chris Coleman says his team will need to be "streetwise" when they face experienced campaigners Portugal in their Euro 2016 semi-final in Lyon.

'I know the legacy. I am where I want to be'

James Ducker   New Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho came out swinging on Wednesday, with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, Old Trafford predecessor Louis van Gaal and other critics caught in the crosshairs

Mourinho will be massive improvement: Fergie

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will be a "massive improvement" on predecessor Louis van Gaal, according to former Old Trafford boss Alex Ferguson.

Mood seals loan-deal days after joining Manchester City

Dominic Bossi   Aaron Mooy will be playing in the English championship this season after securing a season-long loan deal

Fornaroli back in City camp

Ben McKay   The breakout star of last season's A-League, Bruno Fornaroli, is back in training with Melbourne City but is yet to sign a new deal.

Ronaldo against Bale: heaven scent versus down to earth

The world's two most expensive players, who line up alongside each other at Real Madrid, will go head to head when Gareth Bale's Wales meet Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in their Euro 2016 semi-final.

Tears of joy as Carpenter makes Matildas squad

The sacrifice of leaving home at just 12 years of age to pursue her dream has paid off for teenager Ellie Carpenter, the baby of the Matildas Olympic squad.

Naumoff forced to retire at 21 due to heart problem

Chris Naumoff, one of Australia's rising football stars, has been forced into premature retirement at the age of 21 due to a heart condition.

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Canberra United pair make Matildas squad for Rio

David Polkinghorne   Happy birthday Michelle Heyman! She's off to Rio with Canberra United teammate Lydia Williams.

Sam Kerr proves fitness in time for Rio

Dominic Bossi   Matilda's star Sam Kerr has won her battle against the clock, proving her fitness to make the final 18-player squad for the Rio Olympics. 

France end Iceland's dream run with 5-2 rout

Toby Davis   Hosts France brought Iceland's dream Euro 2016 run to a grinding halt when they demolished the outsiders 5-2 in their Euro 2016 quarter-final to earn a mouth-watering last four meeting with Germany.

Live: France v Iceland

Matt Bungard   Join us as the tournament minnows take on the hosts for a spot in the semi-finals.

Argentines take to streets, demand Messi's return

Hundreds of Argentines protested in the pouring rain on Saturday, demanding that soccer star Lionel Messi return to Argentina's national team after he unexpectedly quit following a loss in the regional Copa America final.

Germany beat Italy 6-5 in shootout to reach semis

Brian Homewood   Germany defeated old rivals Italy 6-5 in a penalty shootout at Euro 2016 with a winning spot kick from Jonas Hector after the game finished 1-1 following extra time on Saturday to reach the semi-finals.

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Live: Germany v Italy

Matt Bungard   Join us for live coverage as two traditional powerhouses face off for a spot in the semi-finals.

Ryan Giggs to leave Manchester United after 29 years

LONDON, July 2 (Reuters) - Ryan Giggs is leaving Manchester United after 29 years at Old Trafford, the Premier League club said on Saturday.

France need swift start to escape Iceland eruption

France must take the game to Iceland right from the start of their European Championship quarter-final on Sunday or their dream of glory on home soil might end up buried in volcanic ash.