'All that separates Messi & Maradona is height'The former Real Madrid striker played with Maradona at Sevilla in 1992-93, but is unwilling to choose whether he is better than the Barcelona starArgentinaCroatia
'The ultimate bonehead play' - Sanchez given first red card of World CupThe Colombia midfielder handled the ball deliberately to stop Shinji Kagawa's shot and was subsequently handed a red card within three minutesColombiaJapan
The top 10 World Cup handballsBoth in the qualifiers and the finals tournament, there have been numerous infamous handballs. Here, Goal takes a look at the top 10GermanyUruguay
'Ozil could quit Germany after World Cup'The Arsenal star has been criticised after his part in the world champions' loss to Mexico and feels he could bring an end to his international careerGermanyMexico
Colombia vs Japan: TV, stream & previewColombia will be looking to repeat their standout performance in Brazil four years ago with an opening Group H match against Japan in RussiaJapanColombia
Salah injury latest: Will Egypt star play vs Russia?The Liverpool forward sustained a shoulder injury in the Champions League final and questions linger over his fitnessEgyptRussia
Parreira: Only Brazil could recover from 2014The 1994 World Cup-winner insists the Selecao have bounced back from their 2014 semi-final defeat and labelled Tite's side as 'super favourites'SwitzerlandBrazil
'Lewandowski is not irreplaceable'The Bayern Munich striker will lead his country's charge at the World Cup but it's claimed an even better striker could be found in the futurePoland
Croatia a better team than Argentina - KovacicMateo Kovacic insists that, barring Lionel Messi, the Europeans are better than the South American side all over the pitchCroatiaArgentina
Alli hopes World Cup injury is not seriousThe midfielder was replaced late on against Tunisia and could be a doubt for the second group fixture against PanamaEnglandTunisia
'Ronaldo can't even lose at table tennis!'The Real Madrid superstar does not take losing well, including at table tennis, according to his former Manchester United team-matePortugalReal Madrid
LIVE: Russia vs EgyptThe hosts could secure their spot in the last 16 with a victory, though the Pharaohs must avoid a loss if they want to stay in the competitionEgyptRussia
Will Lewandowski leave Bayern for Real Madrid?The Poland captain insists his mind is on the job at the World Cup but there is considerable uncertainty over where he'll be playing his club footballTransfersReal Madrid
Aleksandr Golovin: Just how good is 'Russia's Iniesta'?Goal Russia provides some insight into the talented youngster who has grabbed the attention of Juventus and Monaco following a brilliant MD1 displayRussiaJuventus
Poland vs Senegal: TV, stream & previewGroup H is arguably the most competitive at the World Cup and both teams will be looking for a positive start to the tournament in RussiaSenegalPoland
Campbell: World Cup won't change Arsenal destinyThe forward is currently in action with Costa Rica in Russia, taking time away from his difficult club career with the GunnersTransfersArsenal
Vela pays tribute to late grandfatherThe Mexico international posted a short Instagram tribute announcing the passing of a loved oneMexicoLos Angeles FC
How Klopp turned Mane & Salah into world-class starsThe attacking duo's talent has never been in doubt - but they have become superstars under the tutelage of the Liverpool coachLiverpoolEgypt
Falcao: From Man Utd hell to World Cup heavenThe 32-year-old is set to star for his country in a tournament in which he will hope to demonstrate his world-class credentials on the grand stageColombiaJapan
Lucky 15 for Kane as finals account openedThe Tottenham striker drew a blank for the Three Lions at Euro 2016, but required just 11 minutes to find the target in a World Cup clash with TunisiaEnglandTunisia
'He ran into my arm' - Walker not happy with penalty callThe Man City star found himself on the wrong side of Wilmar Rondon in conceding a dubious first-half spot kickEnglandTunisia
Who is the Tunisia vs England referee?The Colombian official has a habit of making the headlines with his controversial calls, and did so again in the Three Lions' narrow victoryEnglandTunisia
Kane and Unable! England must improve feeble finishingThe Three Lions may have secured a late victory over Tunisia in their World Cup opener, but their talisman needs more support going forward in RussiaOpinionTunisia
Saudi Arabia suffer scare after plane catches fireThe nation's football federation has confirmed that the squad emerged unscathed after seeing a wing ignite on their way to Rostov-on-DonSaudi ArabiaUruguay
'Pure stupidity!' – Walker blasted for penalty concessionThe Man City defender conceded a controversial spot-kick after catching a Tunisia player with a high armEnglandTunisia
'Lozano is ready for the Premier League'The PSV winger was the star for his country during a World Cup giant-killing of Germany and may soon be heading to England in a big-money dealTransfersMexico
