Russia thump Saudi Arabia in World Cup opener

A brace from Denis Cheryshev and goals from Yuri Gazinsky, Artem Dzyuba and Aleksandr Golovin saw host-nation Russia thump Saudi Arabia 5-0 in the opening clash of the 2018 World Cup.

France v Australia: Cahill ready to dance on the biggest stage

Evergreen Australia striker Tim Cahill is ready for ‘the big dance’ as he attempts to waltz into World Cup folklore.

Salah almost certain to face Uruguay, says Egypt boss

Mohamed Salah is almost certain to feature in Egypt’s World Cup opener against Uruguay on Friday, coach Hector Cuper said.

World Cup can be the making of Neymar, insists Zanetti

Former Argentina international Javier Zanetti believes Neymar is nearing the same level as serial Ballon d’Or winners Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Vardy compares England to shock Premier League winners Leicester City

Jamie Vardy thinks England’s World Cup squad have a similar spirit to that of Leicester City’s shock Premier League champions of 2015-16.

5 things to expect from Matchday 1 at the World Cup

The 2018 Fifa World Cup is here and the action in Russia will certainly serve up some high-quality entertainment for football fans across the globe, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

Video: Can England win the 2018 World Cup?

Do coach Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions have a hope of lifting the famous Fifa World Cup trophy in Russia 2018? The FourFourTwo team discuss.

Video: Who will win the World Cup?

FourFourTwoSA breaks down the credentials of the title contenders to determine which team will be lifting the 2018 Fifa World Cup trophy on 15 July in Russia.

Nine bold predictions for World Cup

FourFourTwoSA takes an in-depth look at nine bold predictions ahead of the much-anticipated 2018 Fifa World Cup in Russia.

Xavi criticises Madrid, Lopetegui announcement timing

Spain great Xavi criticised the timing of Julen Lopetegui being announced as Real Madrid coach.