John Obi Mikel played through trauma of father’s kidnapping

Nigeria captain John Obi Mikel has revealed he played in his country’s World Cup clash with Argentina knowing that his father had been kidnapped.

Mbappe faces ultimate World Cup test against Uruguay

Kylian Mbappe faces his biggest France test yet on Friday, when the unstoppable force comes up against immovable object Diego Godin.

Cavani, Mbappe lead WC Team of the Round

FourFourTwoSA selects the World Cup team of round three as PSG stars Kylian Mbappe, Edinson Cavani and Neymar steal the show, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

Maradona would coach Argentina for free

Diego Maradona would return to coach the Argentina national team for free after being left hurt by their World Cup elimination.

Douglas Costa back in training with Brazil

Brazil received a boost as Douglas Costa returned to training ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against Belgium.

Japan’s Honda, Hasebe announce retirement

Japan stalwarts Keisuke Honda and Makoto Hasebe have retired from international football after Japan’s World Cup exit.

Suarez hurt in training, Cavani sits out

Edinson Cavani did not take part in Uruguay’s full training session on Tuesday and there were more concerns when Luis Suarez took a knock.

Kane equals 79-year England record

Harry Kane’s penalty against Colombia in the World Cup last-16 tie made him the first England player to score in six consecutive internationals since 1939.

Ospina proud despite Colombia defeat

Goalkeeper David Ospina believes Colombia can walk away from Russia with their heads held high after their elimination from the World Cup.

Colombia did not deserve to lose – Mina

Yerry Mina believes Colombia deserved to win their round-of-16 tie against England, who won 4-3 via a penalty shootout.