World Cup news

Andres Guardado may not get the credit he feels he deserves at home but the 36-year-old is determined to make history at Qatar 2022.

Angel Di Maria has insisted Argentina don't always need to rely on Lionel Messi, although he describes the diminutive forward as an ''alien''.

John Stones may be a Manchester derby rival of Harry Maguire at club level, but the City star says he has the back of a United defender with England.

Much has been made of Cristiano Ronaldo’s supposedly frosty reunion with Bruno Fernandes in the Portugal camp, but Joao Mario says they were joking.

Jamal Musiala has been billed as a “really silky player” by Bayern Munich team-mate Matthijs de Ligt, with the youngster capable of reaching the top.

Richarlison is backing Brazil’s talismanic captain to illuminate the 2022 World Cup, saying “whether you like it or not, Neymar is an ace”.

Premier League matters are still on Kyle Walker’s mind, with the Manchester City defender telling Arsenal ace Bukayo Saka: “You need to stop winning!”

Harry Kane ended Russia 2018 with the Golden Boot award and the England striker is the favourite to claim the individual prize once more in Qatar

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Cristiano Ronaldo received a frosty reception from Manchester United team-mate Bruno Fernandes when linking up with Portugal for World Cup duty.

Rodrygo is hoping to avoid Antonio Rudiger at the 2022 World Cup, saying running into his Real Madrid team-mate is “like crashing into a plane”.

Kylian Mbappe “wants to be the No.1 just like Cristiano Ronaldo”, says Emmanuel Petit, with France urged to rein his ego in ahead of the World Cup.

In an exclusive interview with GOAL, the 21-year-old opens up on facing his fears and frustrations with the aid of a close-knit support group.

Sergio Ramos has expressed his disappointment at missing out this year's World Cup with Spain boss Luis Enrique opting not to take the 36-year-old.

Non-league outfit Ashton United have presented Manchester City with a 28-day loan offer for Erling Haaland, to keep him playing through the World Cup.

Gareth Bale has confirmed that despite his recent lack of games for LAFC, he'll be 100% ready for the World Cup.

United States men's national team midfielder Yunus Musah said he has no fear about the upcoming World Cup in Qatar despite his inexperience.