Southgate wants ‘fearless’ England at World CupThe manager says he has not taken a risk with his selection because he has picked the best players possible, playing down their lack of experienceEngland
Zola: Italy need more than just ManciniThe former Chelsea forward feels the appointment of a new manager is just the first step for the Azzurri after their failure to reach the World CupItalySerie A
Man of honour: Why we will all miss Buffon so muchThe Italian icon is a serial winner but he will be missed more because he is a fascinating character who always tries to learn from his mistakesJuventusSerie A
Hoddle: England must pick Rashford over SterlingThe former Three Lions manager believes Gareth Southgate should be putting his trust in a Red Devils forward rather than an in-form Blues starEnglandManchester City
'Bailey not ready to commit to a national team'Despite rumours the winger could make the Three Lions' World Cup squad, his father believes he is merely keeping his options openEnglandJamaica
I’m getting back to my best, warns Gabriel JesusThe 21-year-old attacker has nine goals in 15 outings for his country and believes he is peaking at just the right time for Russia 2018BrazilPremier League
Croatia manager: It's not possible to stop MessiAhead of his side's World Cup matchup against Argentina, the 51-year-old manager sounded out a warningArgentinaCroatia
FIFA 18: France World Cup ratings revealedLes Bleus are one of the favourites for the tournament in Russia, but how are their players rated in the new World Cup video game download?EsportsFrance
Pressure Index: Should this be England's squad for Russia?Manager Gareth Southgate has opted for form over experience, but a few of those overlooked by the Three Lions boss may count themselves unlucky
What is the official England World Cup 2018 song?Vindaloo, World In Motion and We're On the Ball were past World Cup favourites with the England team – but what is the official anthem this year?England
Shelvey snub makes no difference to England's hopesThe Newcastle midfielder has been overlooked by Gareth Southgate due to concerns over his discipline, temperament and mentalityEnglandGaming
Official: England’s final World Cup squad announcedThe Three Lions coach has opted to drop both Joe Hart and Jack Wilshere as he selects his 23-man squad that will travel to Russia this summerEngland
When will England reveal World Cup squad?Gareth Southgate is in the process of finalising his plans for this summer's tournament in Russia, with some tough selection choices set to be madeEngland
Aquino not taking Mexico spot for granted Though he played in seven of El Tri's 10 matches in the final round of qualification, the Tigres player isn't sure he'll make the final cutMexico
'Superstar' Kane must skipper England - LampardThe former Three Lions midfielder believes the Tottenham striker is the obvious candidate to lead Gareth Southgate's side in Russia this summerEnglandPremier League
Giroud vows France will be better at World CupAfter being knocked out in the quarter-finals in Brazil four years ago, the target this time around is at least the semi-finalsAustraliaFrance
Messi won't quit Argentina if World Cup eludes himThe Barcelona superstar has vowed to remain part of the Albiceleste squad regardless of what happens in Russia, having regretted a past retirementArgentina
Delph and Tarkowski hope for World Cup callThe versatile Man City man and Burnley defender are both in with a shout of making Gareth Southgate's squad for RussiaEnglandBurnley
Rusty Neuer shouldn't be Germany's World Cup No.1The Bayern goalkeeper has played just four times this season and should not be picked as the world champions' first choice in RussiaGermany
Neuer & Reus in but Gotze left out of Germany squadThe Bayern Munich goalkeeper has been injured for the majority of the season but will be assessed by his country's medical staff before the tournamentGermanyBundesliga
Renato Sanches out of Portugal World Cup squadThe midfielder was a Euro 2016 winner with his nation but cannot find a place among the 35 called up for RussiaPortugalSpain
Panama names 35-man provisional World Cup squadManager Hernan Gomez may wait until the deadline to trim his side down from 35 to the 23-man maximum for the country's first World Cup appearancePanama
Falcao & James make Colombia's provisional WC listThe Monaco and Bayern stars will be key to the Cafeteros' chances in Russia, while the likes of Juan Cuadrado and Yerry Mina also make the cutColombiaJapan
Maclaren, Wright axed from Socceroos World Cup squadSix players haven't made the cut as the green and gold ramp up their preparations for RussiaAustraliaFriendlies
Osorio optimistic after naming El Tri squadThe El Tri manager believes his group can compete against any team in the World Cup, even if he has to make modifications because of injuriesMexico
Navas & six MLS players lead Costa Rica squadThe Real Madrid goalkeeper will look to help the Ticos return to the quarter-finals and beyondCosta Rica
Danilo & Taison make Brazil World Cup squadThere were no new faces in the 23 as coach Tite added to the 15 players he had already confirmed would form the bulk of his squad in RussiaBrazilFriendlies
Rafa decision will determine Osorio's legacyThe manager's choice of whether or not he takes the El Tri legend to Russia will color how he's viewed in the country for years to comeMexico
Osorio names preliminary Mexico WC squadAndres Guardado and Diego Reyes are among players who are in a race for fitness to make El Tri's final squadMexico
Icardi named in provisional Argentina World Cup squadThe 25-year-old has earned a spot in the first draft of picks from Albiceleste coach Jorge Sampaoli but may not make the final 23Argentina
