I had no reason to play for a penalty – Jesus
Brazil star Gabriel Jesus says he had no reason to play for a foul after having a penalty shout turned down against Switzerland in their opening World Cup encounter.
Germany under extreme pressure – Muller
Thomas Muller acknowledges Germany have no further margin for error at Russia 2018 but dismissed the notion of complacency being a factor in the shock 1-0 loss to Mexico.
‘Aching’ Neymar urges referees to intervene
Neymar insisted Miranda was fouled as Switzerland equalised to deny Brazil victory in their opening game at the World Cup, and the star striker also urged referees to offer better protection after he came in for some rough treatment in Rostov-on-Don.
Kane wants to challenge Golden Boot
England captain Harry Kane is keen to stop Cristiano Ronaldo from running away with the World Cup Golden Boot.
Lozano goal causes artificial earthquake in Mexico
World champions Germany lost their opening game at Russia 2018, with Hirving Lozano’s winner causing a small earthquake in Mexico.
Pogba: I’m the most criticised player in the world
Paul Pogba claimed he is the most criticised player on the planet, despite two key contributions in France’s unconvincing 2-1 win over Australia at the World Cup.
Brazil the latest favourites to stumble, but Tite and Neymar won’t panic
Tite’s Brazil team were forced to settle for a point against Switzerland, but the Selecao remain justifiable World Cup favourites.
Watch: Coutinho stunner not enough to beat Switzerland
Philipe Coutinho scored a stunner as Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in their Group E encounter on Sunday evening.
Coutinho stunner in vain as Brazil are held by Switzerland
Brazil continued the trend of tournament favourites underperforming as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Switzerland in their World Cup Group E opener in Rostov.
Watch: Lozano guides Mexico past Germany
Hirving Lozano scored the only goal of the game as Mexico secured a thoroughly deserved win over a desperately poor Germany.