Jubilo Iwata's Hiroshi Nanami, the famous "water carrier" of the Japanese national side, has announced his retirement from professional football.

Korea DPR became the first side to book their place in the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final with a 2-1 win over England in Christchurch.

The renewal of an old rivalry gives Bayern Munich the chance to go top of the Bundesliga four weeks ahead of their coach's "schedule".

Manchester United will be the latest side to experience the long throw prowess of Stoke's Rory Delap, as the Premier League resumes this weekend.

Gamba Osaka coach Akira Nishino paid a glowing tribute to his players following Wednesday's AFC Champions League win over Adelaide United.

Two goals from Peguy Luyindula put Paris St Germain into the French Cup quarter-finals, where they were joined by Le Havre on Wednesday.

Two goals from Cillian Sheridan and a special from Shunsuke Nakamura saw Celtic extend their lead in Scotland with a 3-0 win over Kilmarnock.

Blackburn rediscovered their winning formula as Paul Ince's side beat Sunderland 2-1 to reach the League Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday.

Australia began their Asian adventure in Bahrain in early 2006. Now, South Africa 2010 qualifying duties take them to Manama once again.

Udinese overcame Reggina on Wednesday to reach the Italian Cup quarter-finals, along with fellow Serie A sides Napoli and Sampdoria.