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US cruise to victory at Women's World Cup

Carli Lloyd enjoyed the game of her life as the United States beat Japan 5-2 to win the Women’s World Cup.

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Sexism — the game’s last great hurdle

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Women's national team lose to USA in friendly

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I want to be remembered as an all-time great, declares Cristiano Ronaldo at FIFA ceremony

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Roche’s rocket gets star praise to send internet into overdrive

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History-making Messi 'more interested in team awards' than own gongs

Formidable golden boy Messi rules the world once more

Lionel Messi strengthened his claim to be considered the greatest footballer of all time by winning a record-breaking fourth consecutive Fifa Ballon d’Or last night.

Tue, 08 Jan, 2013

Japan seal World Cup victory

Japan 2 United States 2 (after extra-time, Japan won 3-1 on penalties)

Sun, 17 Jul, 2011

Ronaldo and Messi on FIFA shortlist

Reigning FIFA World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo is in the running to retain his title after being named on a 23-man shortlist for this season’s award.

Fri, 30 Oct, 2009