Spain
6 Sep
Sacked Spain women's coach Jorge Vilda says he has a clear conscience and his dismissal 16 days after La Roja's World Cup triumph was unjust.
5 Sep
The Spanish football federation said Tuesday it had fired controversial coach Jorge Vilda who oversaw Spain winning the Women's World Cup in the fallout following a major sexism scandal.
30 Aug
Acting Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's Socialists said Wednesday they were confident of staying in power following July's inconclusive election, dismissing as "doomed" the conservative Popular Party's bid to form a government. King Felipe VI last week nominated Popular Party (PP) leader Alberto Nunez Feijoo to try to form a new government ahead of a parliamentary…
29 Aug
Spanish police said Tuesday they had arrested four men suspected of plotting to sabotage the Vuelta a Espana by pouring oil on a stretch of highway the cyclists were due to use.
25 Aug
Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales refused to resign on Friday after a week of widespread criticism for his unsolicited kiss on the lips of player Jenni Hermoso following Spain's Women's World Cup triumph.
24 Aug
FIFA opened disciplinary proceedings against Luis Rubiales on Thursday after the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president kissed Spain star Jenni Hermoso on the lips following the Women's World Cup final last weekend.
23 Aug
Spanish firefighters have managed to stabilise the bulk of a huge wildfire raging for over a week on the holiday island of Tenerife, allowing more evacuated residents to return to their homes, officials said Wednesday. About 300 firefighters and soldiers backed by 18 water-dropping aircraft were battling the blaze, which broke out late August 15…
20 Aug
Two of the world’s best teams in recent years, England and Spain, will today in Sydney battle for the title of the globe’s best football team.
18 Aug
When it comes to enjoying a vibrant nightlife with friends, few experiences rival the excitement of hitting up a top-notch nightclub. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, blowing off steam after a long week, or simply looking to have a memorable night out, the right nightclub can set the stage for an unforgettable evening and…
16 Aug
Spanish police said Wednesday they have arrested five French tourists and a Swiss holidaymaker on suspicion of sexually assaulting a young British woman on the holiday island of Mallorca.
16 Aug
Olga Carmona struck late to lift Spain to a thrilling 2-1 semi-final win over Sweden yesterday, sending the Iberians into a first Women’s World Cup final, as the tournament signed off in New Zealand with a flurry of goals, writes scmp.com.
15 Aug
First-time semi-finalists Spain face a more seasoned Sweden at the Women's World Cup on Tuesday, with a final against England or co-hosts Australia the prize. Spain and Sweden kicked off at 0800 GMT at Eden Park in Auckland in the first semi-final, before European champions England go into battle with Australia in Sydney on Wednesday.…
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