Football

Mexico had the edge in the second half before Joao Moutinho's direct kick from about 35 yards was headed in by Alves in the 93rd minute.

Germany produced a dazzling display of attacking football to thrash Armenia but Marco Reus could be in doubt for the finals after twisting his ankle.

Platini has called for the vote to be held again if allegations of corruption in Qatar's bid are proved.

If Japan are going to make a first World Cup quarter-final they will require Keisuke Honda to be firing on all cylinders.

Gerard Pique says reigning champion Spain are one of several favourites to win this year's World Cup, mentioning host Brazil, Argentina and Germany as other teams to beat.

Spanish champion Atletico Madrid says goalkeeper Miguel Moya has agreed to a transfer from crosstown club Getafe.

Izet Hajrovic scored from close range in the 41st minute, and Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Mexico 1-0 in a pre-World Cup friendly.

England survived defensive lapses to overcome Peru 3-0 on Friday in their final game at Wembley Stadium before the World Cup.

Chhetri has his eyes trained on the Asian Games and says the focus should be on making the possible national team for the quadrennial extravaganza.

Arsene Wenger dissuaded Jack Wilshere from rushing his comeback from injury to ensure he would be fit and ready for the World Cup campaign.

He raised his profile in 2005 with an aggressive debt-driven takeover of Manchester United that was widely opposed by many of the club's fans.

The AIFF has to submit the bid for hosting the Club World Cup by Aug 25 and the FIFA executive committee will select the host in September 2014.

A doctor treating Costa said the striker has a muscle tear that needs to be reassessed in 15 days, raising doubts about his chances of making Spain's World Cup squad.

"Racism in football has unfortunately been around for a long time, and football hasn't found the right solution to rid itself of it," Lilian Thuram said.

Prandelli signed a two-year contract extension that will keep him in charge of the Azzurri through the 2016 European Championship.

Robin Van Persie said he was relishing the prospect of linking up with Netherlands coach Louis Van Gaal when the Dutchman takes over as Manchester United manager after the World Cup.