Carvajal could be ready for World Cup opener – Lopetegui

Julen Lopetegui is happy to wait as long as he can for Spain full-back Dani Carvajal to prove his fitness.

Salah jets off to Spain in bid to recover for World Cup

Mohamed Salah will travel to Spain for treatment on his injured shoulder on Tuesday, according to the Egyptian Football Association.

Nigeria held by DR Congo

Nigeria were held to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup warm up game against the Democratic Republic of Congo at the Adokiye Amiasimeka Stadium on Monday evening, writes DEAN WORKMAN.

Egypt president wishes Salah speedy recovery

Injured Liverpool star Mohamed Salah received support from Egypt president Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.

I’m not at 100 percent yet – Neymar

Brazil star Neymar admits he is not yet 100 per cent fit, three weeks out from the start of the World Cup.

Messi: I’d give up Barca title for World Cup glory

Coming off a LaLiga and Copa del Rey double, Barcelona star Lionel Messi is desperate to taste success with Argentina at the World Cup.

World Cup not an audition, says Werner

RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner is not looking to push for a blockbusting transfer at the World Cup but knows major clubs will be watching.

Butland shocked by Hart absence

Joe Hart was ‘devastated’ by his England omission and the goalkeeper received support from Jack Butland.

Mascherano laments Romero injury blow

Argentina will head to Russia without Sergio Romero, leaving Javier Mascherano to lament his absence.

Nainggolan left out of Belgium World Cup squad

Roberto Martinez has named his 28-man provisional Belgium squad for the World Cup, with Roma’s Radja Nainggolan the most notable omission.