Dutchman Van Persie axed from national squad

The Netherlands have left striker Robin van Persie out of their squad for this month's friendlies against Wales and Germany after they failed to qualify for Euro 2016. The 32-year-old, who......

Fenerbahce fans give Van Persie rapturous welcome

Netherlands striker Robin van Persie greets supporters during his contract-signing ceremony with Turkish club Fenerbahce at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, on Tuesday. Photograph:......

Van Gaal's Manchester United - A Clockwork 'Oranje'

Van Gaal came to Manchester United with a reputation. Seven league titles in three different countries, the Champions League and the UEFA Cup (now Europa League) were among his many achievements.......

Sports Shorts: Dani Alves blames media for Brazil's World Cup debacle

  Thiago Silva, Luiz Gustavo, Ramires, Dani Alves, Jo, Marcelo, Hulk, Willian and Neymar of Brazil look on during a penalty shootout against Chile at the 2014 Football World Cup in Brazil.......

Torres mask can't slip in Chelsea's Europa pursuit

Chelsea are in the last chance saloon as far as a trophy goes and Fernando Torres, complete with his 'Mask of Zorro', must continue his recent improvement in swashbuckling style in Thursday's......