Russia news

Ahead of the World Cup, there have been big concerns outside Russia regarding security and racism. An expert from Goal Russia gives us the local view

The Russian striker has impressed domestically and now has the opportunity to showcase his ability to a wider audience

The Germany goalkeeper will travel to the tournament without playing a competitive match this year, but he's not the first injured star to travel

Answer 10 questions about how this summer's tournament with unfold in Russia and if all your predictions prove correct you could scoop the jackpot

Goal takes a look at a selection of big-name stars performing at the World Cup who could be making a move this summer

The final squads for the tournament were all confirmed on June 4 and Goal brings you through them all

The 31-year-old was the top scorer in South American qualification and the PSG frontman could enjoy plenty more joy in front of goal in Russia

The World Cup is the perfect stage for an underdog to steal the spotlight, as the following unforgettable campaigns prove...

Plenty of fans are keen to know whether they can buy or sell tickets outside of official channels

The South Americans should have few problems navigating a straightforward first stage but our tipster is backing Mo Salah's side to upset the book

With Salah likely to miss the first match of the group stage, our Fantasy writer looks through Egypt's squad and picks out the best of the rest

Doubts over the striker's fitness following a shoulder injury sustained in the Champions League final mean punters should play the waiting game

The 48-year-old scored five times against Cameroon in 1994 but feels few players are capable of repeating his feat