France v Australia: Cahill ready to dance on the biggest stage
Evergreen Australia striker Tim Cahill is ready for ‘the big dance’ as he attempts to waltz into World Cup folklore.
Salah almost certain to face Uruguay, says Egypt boss
Mohamed Salah is almost certain to feature in Egypt’s World Cup opener against Uruguay on Friday, coach Hector Cuper said.
World Cup can be the making of Neymar, insists Zanetti
Former Argentina international Javier Zanetti believes Neymar is nearing the same level as serial Ballon d’Or winners Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Vardy compares England to shock Premier League winners Leicester City
Jamie Vardy thinks England’s World Cup squad have a similar spirit to that of Leicester City’s shock Premier League champions of 2015-16.
5 things to expect from Matchday 1 at the World Cup
The 2018 Fifa World Cup is here and the action in Russia will certainly serve up some high-quality entertainment for football fans across the globe, writes DEAN WORKMAN.
Xavi criticises Madrid, Lopetegui announcement timing
Spain great Xavi criticised the timing of Julen Lopetegui being announced as Real Madrid coach.
Unbeaten and goal-hungry – have Spain made a mistake sacking Lopetegui?
Spain caused what could be the biggest shock of the 2018 World Cup on Wednesday, a full 24 hours before the tournament even gets underway.
Hierro to replace Lopetegui as Spain manager
The Spanish FA have confirmed that Fernando Hierro will take charge of Spain for the duration of the World Cup following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui.
Spain sack Lopetegui after Madrid announcement
One day after being named Real Madrid’s new coach, Julen Lopetegui has been sacked by the Spanish FA just a day before the start of the World Cup.
Russia v Saudi Arabia: Pressure on hosts in World Cup opener
Russia are the lowest-ranked team at the World Cup and yet, come Thursday’s opener, they will be expected to provide a nation-lifting performance against Saudi Arabia.