Friendly: Smolov goal gives World Cup hosts Russia win over Ghana

Fedor Smolov's 20th-minute goal gave Russia their first win under new coach Stanislav Cherchesov as the 2018 World Cup hosts overcame Ghana 1-0 in a friendly in Moscow on Tuesday. It was a proud......

PHOTOS: Timbers clinch first MLS Cup

Valeri gave Portland the lead after just 27 seconds, fastest goal in MLS history IMAGE: Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson hands the MLS Cup trophy to Liam Ridgewell, left, at MAPFRE Stadium......

African Nations Cup: Mali beat Ghana to finish third

Mali finished third at the African Nations Cup after two goals from Cheick Tidiane Diabate delivered a 2-0 win over 10-man Ghana on Saturday. The giant France-based striker scored both from close......

African Nations Cup: Ivory Coast to meet Zambia in final

Top-ranked Ivory Coast lived up to their billing by reaching the African Nations Cup final as the tournament delivered yet another surprise on Wednesday when Zambia also reached Sunday's deciding......