Taylor out of U-21 squad

An injury sustained during Newcastle United's draw at Old Trafford has forced defender Steven Taylor to withdraw from the England U-21 squad.

Cole: I love it here

Joe Cole has said he will spend the rest of his career at Chelsea, but vowed to raise his game in order to retain a first-team place at Stamford Bridge.

Aussies no longer rule, OK

LATEST: BRITAIN is one gold medal ahead of the Aussies and we aim to keep it that way

Adebayor signs new Gunners deal

After being heavily linked with AC Milan and Barcelona during the close season, Emmanuel Adebayor has signed a new contract with Arsenal.

Peter the Great plots Belgian attack

Born in the former Soviet Union to a Nigerian father and Russian mother, Peter Odemwingie is now targeting the greatest victory of his career.

Dunga: It could go either way

Speaking exclusively to FIFA.com, the Brazil coach foresees an entertaining game when his side meet Argentina in the Olympic final on Tuesday.

Batista: Argentina can match Brazil

The Albiceleste coach was in optimistic mood when he spoke to FIFA.com just hours ahead of the big semi-clash against Brazil in Beijing.

Familiar foes set up final repeat

Brazil avenged defeat by Germany in the final of China 2007, while the USA eased past Japan to set up a repeat of the Athens 2004 decider.

Japanese players sought solace afte losing the semi-final tie 4-2 to USA

Japanese players sought solace afte losing the semi-final tie 4-2 to USA on 18 August at the Beijing Workers' Stadium

USA played defeated Japan 4-2 in the semi-final clash on 18 August at the Beijing Workers’ Stadium

USA played Japan in the semi-final clash on 18 August at the Beijing Workers' Stadium