Hierro to replace sacked Lopetegui as Spain bossThe former Real Madrid defender steps in from his role as sporting director of the national team to manage his country at the World CupWorld CupPortugal
Spain sack Lopetegui on eve of World CupThe move threatens to destabilise one of the most highly-rated teams in the tournament, with La Roja set to play Portugal on FridayWorld CupPortugal
Lopetegui appointment risky for Madrid and SpainThe national coach will take over at the Santiago Bernabeu after the World Cup, Los Blancos revealed on Tuesday in a surprise announcementWorld CupLaLiga
'Ronaldo is irreplaceable' - SilvaThe Portugal superstar is 33 and this summer may well be his last chance to win the World Cup with his countryWorld CupPortugal
Vote: Who will win World Cup 2018?With Russia 2018 kicking off in just over a week, teams and fans are waiting in anticipation. But who do you think will triumph at the tournament?World CupPortugal
Iniesta warns Spain of Ronaldo dangerThe ex-Barcelona midfielder is wary of facing the Real Madrid forward when La Roja begin their tournament against Portugal on June 15PortugalWorld Cup
International football's top 10 famous fan chantsThe stage is set for a group of fans to take over as the new favourites after Iceland impressed at Euro 2016, but what examples are there to follow?World CupIceland
De Gea 'well studied' for Ronaldo battleThe Manchester United goalkeeper is preparing to face the Portuguese star in Russia and knows just what to expectWorld CupPortugal
20 World Cup 2018 stars who could transfer this summerGoal takes a look at a selection of big-name stars performing at the World Cup who could be making a move this summerTransfersWorld Cup
De Gea refuses to rule out Real Madrid moveThe Spanish shot-stopper insists that leaving Manchester United is not on his mind as La Roja aim to claim another World Cup trophy in RussiaTransfersReal Madrid
World Cup 2018 squads - Every 23-man list for RussiaThe final squads for the tournament were all confirmed on June 4 and Goal brings you through them allEgyptCosta Rica
Beckham, Zidane and famous World Cup flopsGracing the grandest stage in football should be considered the pinnacle of a playing career, but for many that global dream has become a disasterWorld CupEngland
Aspas stakes claim as Spain struggle to create Julen Lopetegui's side needed a late winner from the Celta Vigo striker to beat Tunisia, but there were few positives in this World Cup warm-upWorld CupTunisia
Tunisia vs Spain: TV, stream & previewJulen Lopetegui's side continue their preparations for the tournament in Russia, where they are set to face Portugal, Iran and MoroccoFriendliesWorld Cup
How all the top teams will line up at World Cup 2018Goal takes a look at how some of the tournament's expected challengers are likely to line up in RussiaWorld CupGermany
'Ramos won't be affected by stupid Salah criticism'The former Los Blancos right-back defended his former team-mate, who he believes will easily ignore his recent criticism in RussiaReal MadridLiverpool
Fantasy: World Cup sleeper XIOur Fantasy writer bypasses the superstars heading to Russia and looks at eleven of the best values in the Goal game including Cavani, Son, and moreGamingWorld Cup
The top 10 controversies in World Cup historyAhead of the World Cup in Russia, Goal looks at the most controversial dives, handballs, fouls and referee decisions in the tournament's historyWorld CupEngland
The 10 best young players at Russia 2018Goal takes a look at some of the young players who could be about to light up the tournament in Russia...NXGNEgypt
Alexis, Sane & those watching WC from homeFailure to qualify, untimely injuries and unfortunate snubs mean some of the finest talent on the planet will be absent from a Russian showpieceWorld CupEngland
Odriozola ready to stand in for Carvajal The Real Sociedad right-back impressed in the absence of the Real Madrid defender and scored a fine goal to stake his claim for a World Cup startWorld CupTransfers
Spain vs Switzerland: TV, stream & previewLa Roja will be looking for revenge when they take on the Swiss as the two sides begin their World Cup preparations on SundayFriendliesSwitzerland
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