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.
Watch: Coutinho stunner not enough to beat Switzerland
Philipe Coutinho scored a stunner as Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in their Group E encounter on Sunday evening.
Coutinho stunner in vain as Brazil are held by Switzerland
Brazil continued the trend of tournament favourites underperforming as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Switzerland in their World Cup Group E opener in Rostov.
Kolarov free-kick guides Serbia past Costa Rica
Aleksandar Kolarov’s sensational free-kick was the difference as Serbia got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with a 1-0 victory over Costa Rica in Group E.
Are you not entertained?
It may only be day four at the World Cup, but we have already been provided with entertainment of the highest order. DEAN WORKMAN explores.
Brazil vs Switzerland: Tite’s Selecao ready to banish 2014 humiliation
Brazil’s magnificent resurgence under Tite is beyond doubt but there remains a sense that the rehabilitation will only truly start with victory over Switzerland in their opening World Cup Group E match.
Germany vs Mexico: Kimmich tips Werner to shine in Russia
Germany fullback Joshua Kimmich has tipped teammate Timo Werner to make a major impact at the World Cup, starting on Sunday against Mexico.