Given: Ireland must use Wales feel-good factorThe Boys in Green face Denmark in Copenhagen on Saturday before a return leg in Dublin next Tuesday to decide a place at World Cup 2018IrelandDenmark
Clueless Ventura has Italy on the brink of humiliationThe Azzurri were undeniably unlucky in their 1-0 loss to Sweden but their coach's failings were once again exposed at the highest levelItalySweden
'Denmark vs Ireland is heaven or hell' - KjaerThe sides will meet twice over the course of the next week to decide who earns a ticket to Russia 2018 next summer, but the Sevilla star is confidentDenmarkIreland
Croatia not taking anything for granted Despite dominating the first leg in Zagreb, Zlatko Dalic's side know the job of reaching the World Cup isn't done yetCroatiaGreece
O'Neill slams 'staggering' penalty decisionA decision from Romanian referee Ovidiu Hategan helped Switzerland to a 1-0 first-leg win, and the Northern Ireland boss baffled by the callWorld CupNorthern Ireland
N. Ireland vs Switzerland: Team news & TV guideThe Green and White Army are out to end a three-decade wait for a place in the biggest tournament in the world, but they face a difficult taskSwitzerlandNorthern Ireland
Who's laughing now? Zaza a joke no more!The striker was ridiculed over his spot-kick at Euro 2016 and a dire spell at West Ham but he is back in Italy squad due to his fine form at ValenciaLaLigaOpinion
I’d never want Ibra against me - De RossiItaly face Sweden for a place at the 2018 World Cup and the Azzurri midfielder feels his team's chances have been given a boostItalySweden
Keane tells Liverpool fans to 'lighten up'The Manchester United legend and Republic of Ireland coach insists that his comments regarding the Reds were made in jest and he respects the clubLiverpoolPremier League
Super Mario Balotelli is back to his very bestThe 27-year-old's resurgence is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore for Azzurri boss Gian Piero Ventura ahead of next month's World Cup play-offNiceOpinion
Memphis eyes 'beautiful' Netherlands futureThe 23-year-old hopes to assume the role of the star of Oranje after Arjen Robben bowed out, while he also hit back at claims he lacks commitmentNetherlandsLyon
Italy-Sweden & Rep. Ireland-Denmark in WC play-offsThe fixtures for the final phase of European qualifying has been decided, with Northern Ireland taking on Switzerland and Ireland playing DenmarkWorld CupSwitzerland
England jump three spots in FIFA RankingThere was no movement in the top six, while Denmark and Netherlands climbed into the top 20EnglandLithuania
'Football faces extinction due to head injuries'The doctor who discovered the extent of brain injuries in American football believes soccer is in danger unless it adapts to protect playersWorld CupWales
Moyes open to Scotland jobThe 54-year-old has been out of work since leaving Sunderland in May and would be open to entering talks with the Scottish Football AssociationScotland
Koeman not interested in Netherlands jobThe Toffees boss has been reported as a candidate to succeed Dick Advocaat, but he remains focused on improving results at Goodison ParkNetherlandsPremier League
FIFA 18 releases three new Prime Icons The first three prime legendary players have been announced for this year's game, and are available through packs and squad building challengesEsportsPortugal
France can win World Cup - DigneLes Bleus topped their qualifying group to secure a place in the tournament in Russia and the defender is sure his side can compete for the crownFranceBelarus
FIFA 18 Ultimate Team of the WeekThis week's selection includes the Germany and Denmark duo, as well as a number of other players who impressed during the international breakEsportsPoland
Messi among FUT18 International HeroesFive players have been awarded limited edition upgraded cards after securing their international sides' places in Russia next summerEsportsEgypt
UEFA World Cup qualifying as it standsFrance, Spain and Germany are among the teams to have confirmed their place at next summer's finals, with just the play-offs left to be contestedWorld CupHungary
The stars who have booked their place at WC 2018With the likes of Brazil, Germany and Spain having booked their spot in next summer's World Cup, Goal takes a look at some stars destined to shineWorld Cup Qualification CONMEBOLEgypt
Alexis, Robben among stars out of World CupWhile the world's top talents prepare for next year's extravaganza in Russia, spare a though for those who will be watching from afar...World CupChile
Robben retires from international footballThe attacker scored a double for his country as they fell short of making Russia in what has turned out to be his final international gameNetherlandsBayern Munich
Vertonghen breaks Belgium appearance recordWith his start against Cyprus on Tuesday, the Tottenham defender has become the most capped player in his country’s historyBelgiumTottenham Hotspur
