Is Modric the best midfielder in the world?
Luka Modric has carried his Real Madrid form into the World Cup, but is he really the best midfielder in the world?
England haven’t won anything yet – Young
Ashley Young insists there is no point in England celebrating setting up a World Cup semi-final against Croatia as they ‘haven’t won anything yet’.
Modric would deserve Golden Ball – Mandzukic
Mario Mandzukic says Croatia teammate Luka Modric deserves to be a front-runner for Russia 2018’s Golden Ball.
France vs Belgium: Pogba and De Bruyne confronted by Zidane’s path to greatness
For a dominant midfielder aiming to make their mark in the latter stages of an international tournament, Zinedine Zidane undisputably remains the benchmark in the modern era.
Vermaelen wary of Mbappe threat
Thomas Vermaelen picked out Kylian Mbappe as the major threat to Belgium’s chances of making their first appearance at a World Cup final, saying the 19-year-old forward can ‘decide every match in a flash’.
Superbru: Mbappe set to fire France into final
Before you make your Superbru picks for the World Cup semi-final action, take a look at FourFourTwo’s predictions as Kylian Mbappe looks set to lead France past Belgium to reach the final.
Mbappe a phenomenon who scares opponents – Blanc
Kylian Mbappe is a phenomenon who will scare opponents such as World Cup semi-finalists Belgium, says former France coach Laurent Blanc.
World Cup, day 24: the things you might have missed
England eased past Sweden to set-up a clash with Croatia, while Luka Modric and Co ended the Russian dream after edging them on penalties.
Rivaldo urges Brazil to ‘think about 2022’
Brazil need to start thinking about Qatar 2022 after their World Cup exit at the hands of Belgium, according to 2002 winner Rivaldo.
Semis beckon but Croatia nothing like iconic ’98 team
This Croatia generation is nothing like the iconic 1998 team. Improvement is needed if the present is to outdo the past at the World Cup.