Lopetegui mourns 'saddest day of my life' after Spain sackingWhile the former Castilla boss is delighted to be heading back to the Bernabeu, although the manner of his Spain exit hurt him deeplyReal MadridLaLiga
Hierro is the perfect man for Spain, says RamosThe ex-defender received a vote of confidence from his captain, who dubbed him the 'perfect candidate' after Lopetegui's departureWorld CupPortugal
Portugal’s Euro 2016 heroes are €120m worth of flopsThe Selecao surprisingly lifted the continental crown in France two years ago, but many of their star names have struggled since after big-money movesWorld CupPortugal
Pickford: I'm better than De Gea was at this stageThe England goalkeeper believes he is further along in his development than a man who has gone on to star for Manchester United was at the career markEnglandPremier League
From Brazil to Panama: World Cup 2018 power rankingsGoal takes a look at all 32 challengers, with the tournament set to get under way on June 14World CupEngland
'Spain had no choice but to sack Lopetegui' The ex-Everton coach feels Real Madrid are to blame for the crisis La Roja find themselves in less than 48 hours before they kick-off their World CupWorld Cup
Fantasy: World Cup Expert XIOur Fantasy writer picks out the 11 best players and values on offer in the Goal game including stars from Portugal, Spain, Germany, France and moreGamingWorld Cup
'Salah on Messi & Ronaldo's level'The Egypt international has enjoyed an unforgettable season and will be aiming to overcome injury to make his mark at the World CupLiverpoolEgypt
Can VAR end Ramos' reign of terror?The Spaniard is as clever as they come but the use of technology should cast an even more unfavourable light on a true master of the game's dark artsWorld CupReal Madrid
Ramos breaks silence amid Spain's World Cup turmoilThe Real Madrid defender insists the national team is together, despite the sacking of Julen Lopetegui two days before their opener against PortugalWorld CupPortugal
Lopetegui out as Madrid mess hits Spain hopesThe Basque coach was removed on Wednesday against the players' wishes and leaves La Roja in turmoil ahead of their opener against Portugal on FridayWorld CupReal Madrid
Hierro to replace sacked Lopetegui as Spain bossThe former Real Madrid defender steps in from his role as sporting director of the national team to manage his country at the World CupWorld CupPortugal
Spain sack Lopetegui on eve of World CupThe move threatens to destabilise one of the most highly-rated teams in the tournament, with La Roja set to play Portugal on FridayWorld CupPortugal
Lopetegui appointment risky for Madrid and SpainThe national coach will take over at the Santiago Bernabeu after the World Cup, Los Blancos revealed on Tuesday in a surprise announcementWorld CupLaLiga
'Ronaldo is irreplaceable' - SilvaThe Portugal superstar is 33 and this summer may well be his last chance to win the World Cup with his countryWorld CupPortugal
Vote: Who will win World Cup 2018?With Russia 2018 kicking off in just over a week, teams and fans are waiting in anticipation. But who do you think will triumph at the tournament?World CupPortugal
Iniesta warns Spain of Ronaldo dangerThe ex-Barcelona midfielder is wary of facing the Real Madrid forward when La Roja begin their tournament against Portugal on June 15PortugalWorld Cup
International football's top 10 famous fan chantsThe stage is set for a group of fans to take over as the new favourites after Iceland impressed at Euro 2016, but what examples are there to follow?World CupIceland
De Gea 'well studied' for Ronaldo battleThe Manchester United goalkeeper is preparing to face the Portuguese star in Russia and knows just what to expectWorld CupPortugal
20 World Cup 2018 stars who could transfer this summerGoal takes a look at a selection of big-name stars performing at the World Cup who could be making a move this summerTransfersWorld Cup
De Gea refuses to rule out Real Madrid moveThe Spanish shot-stopper insists that leaving Manchester United is not on his mind as La Roja aim to claim another World Cup trophy in RussiaTransfersReal Madrid
World Cup 2018 squads - Every 23-man list for RussiaThe final squads for the tournament were all confirmed on June 4 and Goal brings you through them allEgyptCosta Rica
Beckham, Zidane and famous World Cup flopsGracing the grandest stage in football should be considered the pinnacle of a playing career, but for many that global dream has become a disasterWorld CupEngland
Aspas stakes claim as Spain struggle to create Julen Lopetegui's side needed a late winner from the Celta Vigo striker to beat Tunisia, but there were few positives in this World Cup warm-upWorld CupTunisia
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