Criticism of Raheem Sterling is motivated by racism, according to former England striker Ian Wright who thinks "there is an agenda against" the Manchester City forward.

Sterling was the focus of negative attention during the World Cup over a tattoo on his leg depicting a gun as well as his performances despite helping England to the semifinals for the first time in 28 years.

The 23-year-old didn't score in Russia but was back on the scoresheet in City's first match of their Premier League title...

Tottenham Hotspur defender Danny Rose said he has been overwhelmed by the support he has received since speaking before the World Cup about his battle with depression.

Rose told the Daily Mirror in June that his frustration over his slow recovery from a knee injury, combined with a number of family problems, led to "a testing time."

Since speaking about his struggles, Rose said his coaches, teammates and even fans have shared their own stories with him to help him relate.

"The reaction I've had...

BUJUMBURA -- Forward Saido Berahino is eligible to play for Burundi in next month's African Nations Cup qualifiers after FIFA approved his application to switch international allegiance, the country's football federation said on Monday.

The 25-year-old former England Under-21 international had applied for the change as his chances of winning a full England cap receded. He had previously turned down approaches from Burundi.

The Stoke City player could debut next month for the country of his birth,...