Nine players who’ve been far better for their country than clubs
How can you shine at World Cups yet look hapless at QPR? FourFourTwo profiles the men who’ve starred at international level, but underperformed through their club careers.
World Cup, day five: the things you might have missed
England leave it late – oh, so late – but got what they deserve against Tunisia, after Belgium spanked Panama and Sweden got off to a winning start.
England players had flies in our mouths – Kane
England captain and match-winner Harry Kane revealed that the team had more to deal with than just aggressive Tunisia defending on Monday.
Russia will stop Salah – Cherchesov
Russia head coach Stanislav Cherchesov has pledged to shackle Mohamed Salah when the World Cup hosts take on Egypt in St Petersburg on Tuesday.
Highlights: Captain Kane saves Three Lions
Harry Kane marked his World Cup debut with a stoppage-time winner as England made hard work of overcoming Tunisia 2-1 in their Group G opener.
England snatch late win against Tunisia
A Harry Kane brace inspired England to claim a late 2-1 victory over Tunisia in their opening World Cup Group G encounter at the Volgograd Arena on Monday evening.
Watch: Belgium ease past Panama
Romelu Lukaku grabbed himself a brace as Belgium cruised to a 3-0 victory in their opening Group G World Cup match against Panama on Monday evening.
Coutinho expects more Neymar punishment at World Cup
Neymar and Brazil will have to get used to World Cup opponents trying to break up their attacking rhythm with tactical fouls, says Philippe Coutinho.
Neymar misses training after bruising World Cup clash
Brazil star Neymar sat out training on Monday following the 1-1 draw with Switzerland in their World Cup opener.
Lukaku scores twice as Belgium thrash Panama
Dries Mertens scored a stunning volley and Romelu Lukaku was twice on target as Belgium started their Group G campaign with a 3-0 defeat of World Cup debutants Panama in Sochi.