Spurs to meet Paulinho buyout clause

The Premier League club are set to activate the Brazil international's £17 million release clause as Andre Villas-Boas looks to bolster his midfield options

Cavani defends controversial Suarez

The Napoli striker feels the Liverpool man has had a tough time in England and says he does not know if he will stay on Merseyside

Brazil give France les Bleus

Goals from Oscar, Hernanes and Lucas gave the World Cup hosts a confidence-boosting victory as they prepare for the Confederations Cup

Higuain & Zapata off in goalless draw

The striker and defender were sent off following an altercation early on in the World Cup qualifying clash between Argentina and Colombia

Suarez returns to floor France

The Liverpool striker came off the bench to fire home and seal a 1-0 win for Uruguay, meaning Didier Deschamps' visitors are still without a win in South America since 2001

'Neymar will shine at Confederations Cup'

Fifa president Sepp Blatter has backed the new Barcelona signing to "flourish" in the tournament in Brazil, which kicks off on June 15 when the hosts face Japan

Don't judge us on Brazil friendly - Hodgson

The Three Lions boss concedes his side are not winning enough games but insists Sunday's friendly won't be used as a barometer of his reign