Courtois defiant after Belgium heroics
Thibaut Courtois had a defiant message for his detractors after a fine display in Belgium’s quarter-final win over Brazil, adamant he proved himself after ‘unfair’ criticism.
Neymar fails to deliver as Belgium’s ‘golden generation’ upstage Brazil
Brazil are out of the World Cup at the expense of Belgium, as Neymar failed to inspire in his lead role.
Highlights: Brazil vs Belgium
Belgium scored two first half goals and then survived a late comeback from Brazil to win 2-1 and secure a spot in the final four of the World Cup.
Belgium edge Brazil to reach semi-finals
Belgium booked a World Cup semi-final against France as Brazil’s hopes of winning a sixth title were ended by a 2-1 defeat in Kazan.
Lukaku: Belgium can punish Brazil’s defence
Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku believes his team can punish Brazil’s defence in their World Cup quarter-final.
Mbappe will get even better – Deschamps
France coach Didier Deschamps has backed Kylian Mbappe to get even better after his impressive display against Argentina at the World Cup.
Brazil vs Belgium: Martinez’s desire for ‘power’ good news for Fellaini
Roberto Martinez has given Brazil a huge indication as to how Belgium will approach their World Cup quarter-final on Friday, acknowledging a need for ‘power’ which could result in Marouane Fellaini starting.
Danilo out of World Cup due to ankle injury
Brazil defender Danilo has been ruled out for the rest of the World Cup due to an ankle injury.
World Cup 2018: A guide to quarter-finals
Just eight teams remain at the World Cup, and few would have predicted that so many big names would be missing from the quarter-finals in Russia.
Neymar and the curious case of a Brazilian anti-hero
As the star of the World Cup’s traditional joyful side, Neymar has jarringly cast himself as a villain.