Messi's footprints will join those of the greats

IMAGE: An Argentina fan displays a flag of Lionel Messi ahead of the victory parade. Photograph: Martin Villar/Reuters Argentina's World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi has been invited to......

Brazil unveils Pele statue to mark 50th anniversary of 1970 triumph

IMAGE: Pele's statue unveiled on the 50th anniversary of the 1970 World Cup victory at the CBF Headquarters, in Rio de Janeiro. Photograph: Pilar Olivares/Reuters The Brazilian Football......

How Carlos Alberto scored one of football's great goals

Carlos Alberto, who scored one of the greatest goals in World Cup history while captaining Brazil to glory in the 1970 final against Italy, has died aged 72 following a heart attack. IMAGE:......