Messi keen to play alongside Griezmann

Lionel Messi hopes to play alongside Antoine Griezmann at Barcelona after labelling the in-demand Atletico Madrid star a “great player”.

Portugal not among favourites at WC – Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo says Portugal must be realistic as they are not among the World Cup favourites, though the Real Madrid superstar insisted nothing is impossible.

Lukaku and Hazard fire Belgium past Egypt

Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard were on target as Belgium continued their World Cup preparations with a dominant 3-0 win over Egypt.

Nigeria lose to Czech Repubilc in final warm up game

Nigeria lost 1-0 Czech Republic in an international friendly played at the Schwechat Stadium in Austria on Wednesday afternoon, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

Manchester United sign Dalot from Porto

Manchester United have signed full-back Diogo Dalot from Portuguese champions Porto.

Rivaldo wary of Argentina as Messi chases World Cup recognition

Brazil great Rivaldo is wary of the threat posed by bitter rivals Argentina in Russia because he feels it will be Lionel Messi’s last chance to gain World Cup recognition and elevate himself above Diego Maradona.

Leicester can be England’s inspiration for World Cup glory – Henderson

Jordan Henderson thinks England could surprise a few and win the World Cup, with Leicester City’s unlikely Premier League success two years ago serving as inspiration.

Varane: Hard to replace Zidane at Madrid

Raphael Varane admitted former head coach Zinedine Zidane will be hard to replace and it will take a strong character to lead Real Madrid next season.

Willian has no doubt Fred will shine at Manchester United

Willian has tipped incoming Manchester United midfielder Fred to be a big hit in the Premier League.

Manchester United complete Fred singing

Manchester United have confirmed the capture of Shakhtar Donetsk and Brazil midfielder Fred, their first addition this transfer window.