Kane disappointed by refereeing decisions

Harry Kane was left disappointed as penalty decisions in both boxes went against England during a 2-1 World Cup defeat of Tunisia.

Watch: Belgium ease past Panama

Romelu Lukaku grabbed himself a brace as Belgium cruised to a 3-0 victory in their opening Group G World Cup match against Panama on Monday evening.

Coutinho expects more Neymar punishment at World Cup

Neymar and Brazil will have to get used to World Cup opponents trying to break up their attacking rhythm with tactical fouls, says Philippe Coutinho.

Lukaku scores twice as Belgium thrash Panama

Dries Mertens scored a stunning volley and Romelu Lukaku was twice on target as Belgium started their Group G campaign with a 3-0 defeat of World Cup debutants Panama in Sochi.

Park Ji-sung: South Korea can progress from wide-open group

South Korea legend Park Ji-sung believes low expectations could help his country in a group that has been blown wide open by Mexico’s shock win over Germany.

Southgate keen to unleash his bold new England

Gareth Southgate has long believed England can play technically proficient, possession football on the biggest stage – now they must prove it in their World Cup opener against Tunisia on Monday.

‘Aching’ Neymar urges referees to intervene

Neymar insisted Miranda was fouled as Switzerland equalised to deny Brazil victory in their opening game at the World Cup, and the star striker also urged referees to offer better protection after he came in for some rough treatment in Rostov-on-Don.

Kane wants to challenge Golden Boot

England captain Harry Kane is keen to stop Cristiano Ronaldo from running away with the World Cup Golden Boot.

Pogba: I’m the most criticised player in the world

Paul Pogba claimed he is the most criticised player on the planet, despite two key contributions in France’s unconvincing 2-1 win over Australia at the World Cup.

Brazil the latest favourites to stumble, but Tite and Neymar won’t panic

Tite’s Brazil team were forced to settle for a point against Switzerland, but the Selecao remain justifiable World Cup favourites.