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The 35-year-old Lampard is the oldest player among the 23 that Hodgson is taking to Brazil, one of only six to have previously been to a World Cup.

Dainelli scored in the 72nd minute to earn Chievo the win over Cagliari on Sunday and ensured Eugenio Corini's men of their stay in the Italian top flight next season.

The Portugal captain, who has been struggling with minor injuries in recent weeks, limped out of Wednesday's 1-1 draw at Real Valladolid with an apparent thigh strain.

"This season isn't a one-off. I think there is an easy gauge on that. You only have to look at our progress," Rodgers said.

The United defender should be available for England's World Cup roster despite a left shoulder injury.

Veteran defender Carlos Salcido was the biggest surprise in Mexico's 23-man World Cup team announced Friday by coach Miguel Herrera.

The FIFA said in a statement on Friday that the bidding process has been opened for four editions of the FIFA Club World Cup.

Park Chu-young is going to his third World Cup for South Korea despite concerns about his lack of game time in the Premier League.

UEFA has dismissed a protest lodged by Real Madrid over midfielder Xabi Alonso's suspension for the Champions League final.

Liverpool blew a 3-0 lead with 11 minutes remaining to draw 3-3 with Crystal Palace that almost certainly ended their hopes of a first title for 24 years.

Pellegrini warned his side not to take their eye off the ball despite a 3-2 victory at Everton that put them in reach of the Premier League title.

Casillas will play for Real Madrid in the Spanish league for the first time in more than a year to maintain his form for the upcoming Champions League final.

If Everton can extend their four-year winning run at home to Manchester City, the balance of power in this enthralling title race will swing back in favor of Liverpool.

Sevilla snatched a last-gasp place in the Europa League final when a 94th-minute Stephane Mbia header put them through on away goals.

Everton are hopeful defender Jagielka will be fit to face City in the Premier League on Saturday, having missed the last 11 matches with a hamstring injury.

Soon after the racist incident, footballers from across the world showed support for Alves by posting images on social media.