GettyimagesWorld CupAustraliaMbappe, Griezmann & Dembele start for France vs AustraliaDidier Deschamps names a strong attack as the Euro 2016 finalists begin their campaign with a clash against the Socceroos
Getty ImagesWorld CupCroatiaModric & Croatia backed to reach semi-finalsThe former midfielder has happy memories of France 20 years ago and hopes to see a repeat in Russia
Getty ImagesWorld CupPortugalWhy did Ronaldo stroke his chin after scoring vs Spain?Was the Real Madrid superstar sending a message to Lionel Messi, or was he merely mocking Spain goalkeeper David de Gea?!
Getty ImagesWorld CupAustraliaLemar: I'll play anywhere for FranceThe new Atletico Madrid signing is not bothered about where he is deployed, insisting he just wants to help Les Bleus go far in Russia
Goran Stanzl/PixsellCroatiaWorld Cup‘Little sh*t’! Why Croatia fans have turned on ModricThe midfielder is popular with his club's fans, but a recent trial in his homeland has turned him into a villain for the national team
World CupCroatiaLIVE: Croatia vs NigeriaCroatia and Nigeria will close Saturday's fixtures with the second Group D game at the Kaliningrad Stadium
GettyWorld CupDenmarkPeru vs Denmark: TV, stream & previewDenmark open their World Cup account on Saturday against Peru at the Mordovia Arena in the second game of Group C
World CupPremier League What can the Premier League expect from Nigeria's Balogun?The defender will debut in the Premier League next season for Brighton, but what can the English top flight expect?
GettyWorld CupDenmarkLaudrup reveals inspiration behind iconic celebrationThe Denmark legend scored against Brazil in the quarter-finals in France 20 years ago and has explained the source of his goal celebration
Getty ImagesPortugalSpainI would not trade anyone on Spain for Ronaldo - HierroThe Spain manager praised the Portugal star’s quality but said he would not change him for anyone on his side
World CupAustraliaMat Ryan: The EPL's most underrated goalkeeper?The man from Down Under came of age during the Premier League season, but faces the sternest of tests in Russia
GettyWorld CupIcelandForget Messi, Argentina are a complete messLionel Messi leads the cast again as Argentina attempt to go one further than their runners-up slot four years ago but they are beset by problems
Getty ImagesArgentinaBarcelona'Messi is a great even without the World Cup'The former Chelsea and Argentina striker thinks that his compatriot has nothing to prove this summer in Russia
GettyWorld CupFranceShadow of Zidane pours pressure on Deschamps The national coach is under all sorts of pressure to perform, especially now his star-studded former team-mate is available for work
Getty ImagesPortugalWorld CupSpain hat-trick was a 'personal best', says RonaldoA marvellous free kick late on rescued a point for the Selecao, and their goalscorer believes the result was correct
Alex MenendezMajor League SoccerOrlando CityOrlando fires Kreis amid losing skid The former New York City and Real Salt Lake manager is once again on the market after he was let go by the Lions
Getty ImagesWorld CupPortugalThe Cristiano Show! Ronaldo genius denies SpainThe Real Madrid superstar completed an historic hat-trick with a fantastic late free-kick as Portugal claimed a 3-3 draw with Spain in Sochi
Getty ImagesPortugalWorld CupRonaldo sets yet another new recordThe Real Madrid star has now scored in no less than four World Cups and eight major international competitions with Portugal
Getty ImagesSpainWorld Cup'What's the point of VAR?!' - Costa equaliser causes uproar There was a clear scuffle between the two old enemies in the build-up to Costa's strike, leading to much debate across social media
World CupPortugalPortugal vs Spain: TV, stream & previewLa Roja have been rocked by the departure of their manager and Cristiano Ronaldo's Selecao will be aiming to take full advantage
Getty ImagesWorld CupPortugalRonaldo starts for Portugal against SpainThe two nations will meet once again as they open their World Cup campaigns in Russia, with Cristiano leading the line for his country
World CupMexicoMeticulous Osorio aiming to solve Mexico puzzleThe Mexican national team coach has scoured the globe looking for any edge to push Mexico past its long-standing World Cup boundaries
ALEJANDRO PAGNIArgentinaWorld CupAguero set to start for Argentina against IcelandThe Man City star is preferred ahead of Higuain for Saturday's World Cup opener in Moscow, while there is also a place for Marcos Rojo at the back
Getty ImagesDenmarkWorld CupEriksen 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 moments
Getty ImagesTransfersArsenalXhaka pens long-term Arsenal contractThe 25-year-old played a part in all 38 of the Gunners' Premier League games last season and has been rewarded with a new deal
GettyWorld CupEnglandKeown: 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 park
GettyTransfersPremier LeagueTransfer latest: Bale to snub Man Utd after Lopetegui arrivalGoal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond
Getty ImagesBrazilWorld CupNeymar: 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 honours