• The Canadian Press

    Brazil's Romário returns to training at age 58, scores twice and keeps sharp tongue

    SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazilian soccer hero Romário returned to training on Thursday at age 58, almost two decades after he retired from the sport, and needed just a few minutes to show he remains a prolific scorer. The 1994 World Cup winner turned politician netted two goals as he practiced with much younger players at struggling Rio de Janeiro club América, of which he is the president. América will play in Rio state's second division championship this year. Romarinho, one of the sons of the former

  • The Guardian

    Arne Slot admits he wants to succeed Jürgen Klopp as Liverpool manager

    The Feyenoord manager is keen on a move to Anfield and hopes a deal can be struck

  • The Canadian Press

    Roma beats Udinese 2-1 in resumption of suspended match to ruin Cannavaro's Serie A coaching debut

    UDINE, Italy (AP) — Bryan Cristante scored in stoppage time and Roma made its second trip this month to Udinese worthwhile with a 2-1 win in the resumption of a suspended Serie A match Thursday that entailed playing only the final 18 minutes. The score was 1-1 on April 14 when Roma defender Evan Ndicka collapsed and the match was suspended. Ndicka was released from the hospital a day later with a collapsed left lung and has since been cleared to return to training. Roberto Pereyra had scored for

  • The Canadian Press

    How David prepared for Goliath. A look inside the Simcoe County Rovers' locker room

    TORONTO — There were tears in the Simcoe County Rovers' locker room ahead of Wednesday's Canadian Championship game against Toronto FC as players' family and friends offered love and support by video. "Go Rovers," was the repeated refrain from loved ones young and old. "So proud of you and the hard work and dedication that's got you this far," was the message for defender Jordan Barclay. "We love you," was one chorus. "Have fun," said another. Each message hit home, tugging at heartstrings. The