World Cup news

England boss Gareth Southgate says Christian Pulisic’s ‘Captain America’ tag makes the USMNT star ‘box office’ like David Beckham and Wayne Rooney.

Manchester City star Phil Foden feels undeserving of his ‘Stockport Iniesta’ nickname as the Barcelona great he is likened to was “too good”.

Kalvin Phillips has delivered a fitness update ahead of England naming their World Cup squad, with the Manchester City star hoping to be involved.

Brazil coach Tite has called Dani Alves an "articulator" while explaining his decision to include the 39-year-old in his World Cup squad.

The fearsome forward known as 'The Dagger' was a complex character who liked to compare himself to Jesus, but there was no denying his talent.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner's Manchester United return ended in acrimony, so can he silence his critics on the game's grandest stage?

Flamengo forward Pedro celebrated his call-up to Brazil's World Cup squad by proposing to his girlfriend upon learning the news.

Some of Brazil's biggest stars captured the celebrations from the moment they'd found out they had made the squad for the 2022 World Cup.

Gareth Bale admits that a “slight issue” has been holding him back since joining LAFC in MLS, with the Wales international still not 100% fit.

The Gunners defender stole the show against Chelsea on Sunday and is only going to get better as he prepares for his first World Cup

The half-dozen named to the selection will break boundaries when they step out at the tournament at the end of the year

The Argentina captain's final chance to win the World Cup could also be his best, with his team arriving in Qatar on a 36-game unbeaten run.

Gary Neville believes Trent Alexander-Arnold's performance against Tottenham highlights why he can't be trusted for England at the World Cup.

Tottenham coach Antonio Conte is confident that Son Heung-min will be fit to play at the World Cup later this month.

Philippe Coutinho's World Cup hopes may be in danger as Aston Villa coach Unai Emery said he missed the win against Manchester United through injury.

Christophe Galtier has offered a reassuring update to French fans after Kylian Mbappe was substituted 85 minutes into PSG's game against Lorient.

Matt Turner's return to Arsenal's matchday squad after a groin injury comes as a huge boost for the US national team ahead of the World Cup.