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Barcelona forward Pedro has damaged a calf muscle while away on international duty and will be out of action for 10 days.

Suarez, who has scored eight goals in the qualifying campaign, picked up a second booking during the 2-0 loss to Chile.

Scolari says he isn't afraid of dropping Neymar from Brazil's starting lineup if the star striker fails to find his best form.

Marco Reus scored two goals to help Germany overcome Kazakhstan 4-1 in a World Cup qualifying match.

Kleberson, 33, will join the Union on loan until the end of the season as part of a deal.

Russia had been heading for their first win against Brazil after Victor Fayzulin netted in the 73rd minute.

In the match against Costa Rica, part of the Brazil 2014 World Cup qualifying tournament, the Panamanian fans threw objects onto the field.

Sneijder is relishing being back in the international fold and helping the Netherlands take another step towards World Cup qualification.

Pune FC kept their winning run intact clinching a five-goal thriller against Salgaocar FC 3-2.

Two West Ham fans have been arrested after coins were thrown toward Frank Lampard as he celebrated with substitute John Terry after scoring Chelsea's opening goal in a 2-0 win.

Napoli kept their slim title hopes alive with a 3-2 win over Atalanta, while AC Milan maintained their challenge for second by beating Palermo 2-0.

Rio Ferdinand will join up with England for this month's World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Montenegro, confirmed Ferguson.

Rooney struck United's winner in the 21st minute at Old Trafford with a shot that deflected off Alex Pearce.

Victor Valdes has verbally abused a referee after 2-1 loss against Real Madrid in La Liga match.

Tevez scored three goals in last weekend's 5-0 FA Cup win over Barnsley two days after being arrested for driving while disqualified.

World and European champion Spain remain atop the FIFA rankings, while India made a big move to jump from 167 to 143.