FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.
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FIFA cooperating with police over ticket scandal

FIFA are cooperating with police in the investigation looking into a ticketing scandal at the World Cup in Brazil.

Japanese players look on after their World Cup exit.
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Assessing Asia's Brazilian campaign

While the World Cup rolls after some enthralling round of 16 ties and some intriguing quarter final match ups, for Asia it has been a World Cup of what might-have-been - and that's putting a positive spin on results in Brazil.

Ryan was shattered after Australia's 3-2 loss to the Netherlands.
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Ryan haunted by Depay's goal

Australian goalkeeper Mat Ryan admitted he remains haunted by his performance in a 3-2 loss to Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup.

Jason Davidson in action for the Socceroos against the Netherlands at the World Cup.
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Davidson’s Fulham move in doubt

Jason Davidson's proposed move to join Adam Taggart at Fulham appears to be off, with Heracles claiming to have triggered an automatic extension to the player's contract.

Ronaldo poses with the FIFA World Cup trophy.
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Ronaldo dreaming of Argentina final

Brazil icon Ronaldo is dreaming of a FIFA World Cup final between the host nation and South American rivals Argentina.

Daniel De Silva in action for the Young Socceroos against New Zealand in June last year.
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Young Socceroos to meet USA, Chile and Bermuda

Young Socceroos head coach Paul Okon has selected 20 Australian-based players for the upcoming Under-20 NTC Invitational tournament to be held at US Soccer’s National Training Centre in Carson, California from 14-18 July.

The Brazilian city of Belo Horizonte.
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Brazil mourns Belo Horizonte deaths

Brazil president Dilma Rousseff has expressed her sympathy after it was confirmed two people died when a bridge collapsed in Belo Horizonte.

Scolari looks on during a Brazilian training session.
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Scolari: Brazil have one hand on World Cup trophy

Luiz Felipe Scolari his fired back at critics of his Brazil team, insisting that they have one hand on the FIFA World Cup trophy.

Hazard dribbles the ball during Belgium's 2-1 extra time victory over USA.
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Hazard: We must stop Messi

Belgium attacker Eden Hazard said stopping Argentina star Lionel Messi would give his team a huge chance of advancing at the FIFA World Cup.

Matuidi holds off a challenge from Nigerian striker Victor Moses.
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Matuidi: Germany are favourites

France midfielder Blaise Matuidi claimed his team are underdogs for their FIFA World Cup clash against Germany.

Jurgen Klinsmann reacts during his side's 2-1 loss to Belgium.
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Donovan slams Klinsmann's tactics

Landon Donovan criticised Jurgen Klinsmann and his approach following the United States' elimination from the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.

Howard saves a shot from Belgium striker Kevin Mirallas.
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Howard undecided on USA future

United States goalkeeper Tim Howard has cast doubt on his international future after admitting he is contemplating retirement.

Borges celebrates after defeating Greece in a penalty shootout.
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Costa Rica hungry to go further, says Borges

Costa Rica midfielder Celso Borges is unwilling to simply settle and be content with a quarter-final exit at the FIFA World Cup.

Costa looks on during Spain's loss to Chile in Brazil.
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Diego Costa, Gerrard & the five biggest flops of the World Cup

It has been one of the best World Cups ever, packed with goals, drama and quality. Yet for all the entertainment, not everyone can be a star.

Cassano controls the ball past Jose Miguel Cubero of Costa Rica.
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Cassano 'not normal in the head'

The director of Italy's FIFA World Cup base labelled Parma striker Antonio Cassano "not normal in the head" on Wednesday.