I should be in the squad – Wilshere laments England snub

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere made 38 appearances this season and felt he was worthy of a place in the England World Cup squad.

Defoe: I can win World Cup for England

Jermain Defoe, 35, is confident he can make an impact for England if called upon by manager Gareth Southgate.

Russia 2018: The major issues with the WC 100 days away

From Neymar’s broken foot to VAR receiving the green light, there are plenty of talking points as the World Cup looms 100 days away.

England’s only world-class player is Kane – Sheringham

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is the only world-class England player heading into the World Cup, according to Teddy Sheringham.

Rooney convinced me to join Everton – Walcott

Everton signing Theo Walcott revealed Wayne Rooney played a big role in his decision to make the move to Goodison Park.

Ajax coach Muhsin lambastes SA football

Ajax Cape Town coach Muhsin Ertugral has criticised the standard of South African football in the wake of his sides 2-1 loss against Mamelodi Sundowns.

Liverpool will miss wonderful footballer Coutinho – Gerrard

Steven Gerrard accepts Liverpool will miss “wonderful footballer” Philippe Coutinho after the Brazilian formally completed his dream move to Barcelona on Monday.

Conte challenges Barkley to earn World Cup place

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has challenged Ross Barkley to earn a place in the England squad for the World Cup following his move to Stamford Bridge.

Leonardo Bonucci can’t defend – Capello

Former AC Milan boss Fabio Capello says Leonardo Bonucci “can’t defend” and was fortunate to play in a system that suited him at Juventus.

Loftus-Cheek must return to Chelsea – Willian

Willian wants Ruben Loftus-Cheek to return to Chelsea from his Crystal Palace loan spell after impressing for England against Brazil at Wembley.