If the United States wants international success in a game it built, maybe it should embrace the joy of the game rather than the unnecessary military pageantry, writes JAMES NALTON

by JOHN WIGHT

Football Supporters’ Association welcomes decision and calls on owners to ‘listen to the voices of supporters’ groups at their clubs’ about home ticket prices

TURLOUGH KELLY explains why the coalition government is so eager for the home match against Israel to go ahead despite widespread opposition

Eze’s goal-of-the-season contender put the Gunners ahead before player-of-the-year favourite Declan Rice doubles the lead to see Arteta’s side through to the last eight

Fury as CAF reverses final result to award 3-0 win to Morocco

Defender insists squad still fighting ahead of pivotal Atletico clash in Europe

Most players who sought protection in Australia return to team as diaspora groups warn of possible intimidation, writes Eileen NG and Rod McGuirk

Travel bans, visa refusals and political tensions have raised some serious questions about the tournament’s integrity, writes JAMES NALTON

Including races at Uttoxeter, Kempton and Southwell

Bold front-runner Haiti Couleurs fancied to make all in a rain-affected Gold Cup

Spurs lose sixth straight game for first time in their history, pressure mounts on boss Tudor

Five members of the squad granted asylum in Australia amid fears of persecution over anthem protest

Police face ‘extreme hostility’ as fans clash following Scottish Cup tie