Mexico stun defending world champions Germany
Hirving Lozano netted the only goal of the game as Mexico defeated world champions Germany 1-0 in a 2018 Group F clash at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.
Kolarov free-kick guides Serbia past Costa Rica
Aleksandar Kolarov’s sensational free-kick was the difference as Serbia got their World Cup campaign off to a winning start with a 1-0 victory over Costa Rica in Group E.
Brazil vs Switzerland: Tite’s Selecao ready to banish 2014 humiliation
Brazil’s magnificent resurgence under Tite is beyond doubt but there remains a sense that the rehabilitation will only truly start with victory over Switzerland in their opening World Cup Group E match.
Germany vs Mexico: Kimmich tips Werner to shine in Russia
Germany fullback Joshua Kimmich has tipped teammate Timo Werner to make a major impact at the World Cup, starting on Sunday against Mexico.
Brazil captain Marcelo living World Cup dream
Real Madrid star Marcelo says captaining Brazil at the World Cup will see him realise his ultimate childhood dream.
Osorio eyes counter-attacking revenge for Mexico
Juan Carlos Osorio thinks his Mexico team will face a different beast to the Germany that thrashed them at the 2017 Confederations Cup in Sunday’s World Cup Group F opener.
Ozil will deliver – Draxler
Julian Draxler believes Mesut Ozil will be one of the most important players for Germany at the World Cup.
Cafu tips Neymar to lead Brazil to World Cup glory
Two-time World Cup winner Cafu believes Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar will lead Brazil to glory at the 2018 Fifa World Cup.
Neymar is ready to shine for Brazil – Tite
Neymar is yet to reach 100% in his recovery from a broken foot but is poised to star for Brazil at the World Cup, according to head coach Tite.
Messi let down by responsibility-free teammates
Lionel Messi did his best but there was no way through Iceland’s excellent defence as Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw in Moscow.