'God will crown you' – Rivaldo believes Messi deserves World Cup glory
Lionel Messi will have the chance to lift the World Cup when Argentina face France or Morocco in Sunday's final at the Lusail Stadium.
Wed Dec 14 2022
Brazil's 2002 World Cup triumph 20 years on: Can the Selecao end two decades of frustration in Qatar?
On the 20th anniversary of Brazil's last World Cup win, Stats Perform delves into their frustration since on football's greatest stage.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Vinicius can challenge Mbappe and De Bruyne for 2023 Ballon d'Or, says Rivaldo
Karim Benzema has been tipped to win the 2022 Ballon d'Or, but Rivaldo thinks it could be Vinicius Junior's turn next year.
Wed Jun 22 2022
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos would be a good signing for Barcelona – Rivaldo
Former Barcelona star Rivaldo backed Sergio Ramos for a controversial move to Camp Nou.
Wed Mar 10 2021
Messi's last season at Barcelona, says Rivaldo
Former Barcelona star Rivaldo feels the club's new board will be unable to convince Lionel Messi to stay beyond 2020-21.
Fri Nov 20 2020
Messi will not be booed by Barcelona fans if he stays at Camp Nou - Rivaldo
Barcelona star Lionel Messi now looks set to stay at Camp Nou for another year and Rivaldo does not believe his reputation has been damaged.
Thu Sep 03 2020
Madrid target Haaland can prosper in LaLiga – Rivaldo
Former Barcelona star Rivaldo praised Erling Haaland amid interest from Real Madrid.
Fri May 22 2020
Barca should prioritise reuniting Neymar with Messi over signing Martinez – Rivaldo
Rivaldo discussed Barcelona's reported transfer targets – Neymar and Lautaro Martinez.
Sat Apr 04 2020
Messi has every right in the world to be angry with Abidal – Rivaldo
Rivaldo is backing Lionel Messi in his apparent dispute with Eric Abidal, although he hopes for a swift resolution.
Fri Feb 07 2020
Legends of the decade: The best XI of players to retire between 2010 and 2020
Here is a standout XI, plus a manager, comprising those to step away from professional football in the past decade.
Fri Dec 27 2019
Raducanu beaten by Andreescu in Miami Open first round
Raducanu was beaten by Andreescu in the battle of the former teenaged Grand Slam champions
Thu Mar 23 2023
Mancini denies wrongdoing amidst Manchester City Premier League investigation
Italy manager Roberto Mancini denies any wrongdoing at Manchester City while the Premier League investigate the reigning Champions.
Thu Mar 23 2023
Southgate expects England fans to be 'good tourists' in Naples amid safety concerns
Tensions in the city are high after crowd troubles between Napoli and Eintracht Frankfurt fans last week.
Wed Mar 22 2023
De Bruyne has 'big advantage' as Belgium captain - Trossard
Romeo Lavia and Leandro Trossard share why Kevin De Bruyne is the right choice to become Belgium captain.
Wed Mar 22 2023
Mesut Ozil - an artist retires
World Cup winning former Real Madrid and Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has officially retired from football
Wed Mar 22 2023