Analysis - Soccer-Bale saves the day again as Wales make long-awaited World Cup return
After a series of agonising heartaches, Wales are at a World Cup for the first time since 64 years ago.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Don't rush to restart La Liga, Bale warns
Real Madrid star Gareth Bale says there should be no rush to restart La Liga during the coronavirus lockdown as the Spanish football federation plans tests and a return to training.
Fri Apr 24 2020
Real's Zidane has room for new and old guard in fluid frontline
Zidane will find room to accommodate Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema as well as sparkling Spanish duo Marco Asensio and Isco this season.
Fri Sep 08 2017
Bale backs Coleman to lead Wales to 2018 World Cup
Wales' hopes of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup in Russia hang in the balance after a run of four consecutive draws left them third in Group D, four points adrift of Serbia and Republic of Ireland.
Tue Apr 11 2017
Barca run riot before coach bombshell, Real falter
Barca sneaked ahead of arch-rivals Real Madrid in La Liga after Zinedine Zidane's side came from behind with 10 men following the sending-off of Gareth Bale to draw 3-3 at home to Las Palmas.
Thu Mar 02 2017
Bale scores as Real tighten grip; Gameiro hits five-minute hat-trick
Alvaro Morata headed home a floated cross from Isco to put Real ahead after 33 minutes against a stubborn Espanyol side and Bale steered another pass from the Spain midfielder in off the post.
Sun Feb 19 2017
Bale back in training after long injury lay off
Real Madrid's record signing Gareth Bale is nearing his return following a long layoff after the La Liga leaders completed his first training session since undergoing ankle surgery in November.
Sun Feb 12 2017
Bumper Madrid deal banks Gareth Bale over 115 mn euros
Gareth Bale's new six-year Real Madrid contract will see the Welshman reportedly rake in well in excess of 115 million euros.
Mon Oct 31 2016
The most expensive football transfers in history
French star Paul Pogba has moved from Juventus to Manchester United for a reported 89 million pounds which would be make him the world's most expensive player if confirmed.
Tue Aug 09 2016
Pogba completes world record Man Utd return
French superstar Paul Pogba on Tuesday completed a sensational return to Manchester United from Juventus for a reported world record fee.
Tue Aug 09 2016
Euro 2016: Welsh unsung heroes allow Bale to keep dreaming
Wales recovered from Radja Nainggolan's missile-like opener in the 13th minute to win 3-1 but it was unsung captain Ashley Williams, striker Hal Robson-Kanu and substitute Sam Vokes who got the goals.
Fri Jul 01 2016
Wales, Belgium vie for Euro 2016 golden ticket
History awaits the victors as Wales talisman Gareth Bale and rejuvenated Belgium star Eden Hazard lead their teams into battle in Friday's quarter-final.
Thu Jun 30 2016
Russia coach Slutsky hints at departure after Euro 2016 exit
Aaron Ramsey, Neil Taylor and Gareth Bale all found the net as Wales beat Russia 3-0 in Euro 2016 Group B on Monday, leaving them rooted to the bottom with one point from their three matches.
Tue Jun 21 2016
Euro 2016: Bale inspires as brilliant Wales into last 16
First-half strikes by Aaron Ramsey and Neil Taylor sent Chris Coleman's men well on their way to a comprehensive win in Toulouse against an overwhelmed Russian side.
Tue Jun 21 2016
Euro 2016 Football: England beat Wales 2-1 to top Group B
Just as he had in Wales's opening 2-1 win over Slovakia, Gareth Bale put Chris Coleman's side ahead with a long-range free-kick that England goalkeeper Joe Hart could only fumble into the net.
Thu Jun 16 2016
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