Eriksen can take Denmark to the next level - KjaerAlthough the strength of the Danes lies with the collective, the Spurs playmaker can provide the extra spark that could be decisive at the big momentsDenmarkPeru
Keown: Henderson could be England’s weak linkGareth Southgate still has decisions to make ahead of a World Cup opener against Tunisia, with one of those selection calls in the middle of the parkEnglandTunisia
Neymar: I'm best in the world - Messi & CR7 are aliensThe Brazil international is happy to sit behind two remarkable talents in global pecking order, with his focus currently locked on collective honoursBrazilSwitzerland
Gudmundsson: Iceland not afraid of MessiThe PSV forward has explained his national team's success and thinks they can upset yet more big names at the 2018 World CupIcelandPSV Eindhoven
No Salah, no party as Suarez sinksThe Egypt superstar did not see a single second on the field as an uninspired Uruguay claimed a 1-0 victory courtesy of a late goalEgyptUruguay
'Diego Costa & Thiago at home playing for Spain'A trio of La Roja's World Cup squad were born outside of the country but that won't be an issue according to a man who enjoyed a similar experienceSpain
Mbappe names boss he hopes to play forThe France international has admitted to being a big fan of former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger, who has been linked with a role at Parc des PrincesPremier LeagueArsenal
Salgado: Ronaldo still priceless for Real MadridThe Santiago Bernabeu legend is backing a talismanic forward to continue his starring role for both club and country in the years to comeReal MadridPortugal
No Salah! Liverpool star missing from Egypt starting XIThe Liverpool star was declared fit the day before the game but has been dropped from the starting XI for their first match of the competitionUruguayEgypt
Godin: Suarez was treated like a dog Uruguay's experienced defender feels his international team-mate was unfairly punished following an infamous tussle with Giorgio Chiellini in 2014UruguayEgypt
Ramos controversy: What if Van Dijk injured Ronaldo?Jamie Redknapp says that he would love to have the under-fire Real Madrid defender in his team despite the Champions League final controversyReal MadridChampions League
'Morocco must play with guts and heart'The African nation have been drawn in a tough group in Russia but their assistant coach has fired a battle cry ahead of their opening gameMoroccoPortugal
'France can win the World Cup'The attacking talent at their disposal has seen Didier Deschamps' side tipped to be major contenders at Russia 2018 due to their style of playFranceManchester United
Ferdinand: Pogba can dominate the World CupThe France midfielder is set for a starring role at the tournament according to Manchester United legend FerdinandManchester UnitedFrance
Morocco to bid for 2030 World CupThe country lost out to the 'United' bid from the USA, Canada and Mexico for the 2026 tournament, but are not giving up easilyMexicoCanada
Tevez: This is Messi's World CupA man who missed out on a place in the Albiceleste squad believes global glory can be secured in Russia, with only Germany and Brazil posing a threatIcelandArgentina
Morocco vs Iran: TV, stream & previewMorocco and Iran open their World Cup campaign at the Krestovsky Stadium in the first game of Group BIranMorocco
Egypt vs Uruguay: TV, stream & previewEgypt and Uruguay open their World Cup campaign on Friday at the Central Stadium in the second game of Group AEgyptUruguay
Mexico has a Rafa Marquez problemThere is no doubt the 39-year-old is a legend, but he's also a liability on the field for El Tri in what could be a hard-fought groupMexicoGermany
Costa Rica defender Matarrita out for the World Cup The New York City FC left-back will play no part in Russia after suffering an injury during trainingCosta Rica
Ronaldo the only winner in Spanish football's civil warThe Portugal superstar looks perfectly poised to take advantage of the chaos caused by Julen Lopetegui's dismissal on the eve of the World CupPortugalReal Madrid
Lopetegui swaps Spain 'sadness' for 'happiest day' at MadridFlanked by president Florentino Perez at the Santiago Bernabeu, the 51-year-old was unveiled as the new Blancos boss and gave his version of eventsReal MadridLaLiga
Ronaldo vs Ramos: Can CR7 break his duck?A five-time Ballon d’Or winner has rarely struggled for goals, but he is yet to find the target when facing a familiar face on the international stagePortugalReal Madrid
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
Golovin genius caps dream start for 'worst Russia' everIt was said Russia would struggle to make an impact at their own World Cup but thanks in part to the CSKA midfielder, the hosts are off to a flyerRussiaOpinion
