World Cup 2018 seeding: All you need to knowThe draw for the biggest sporting event in the world takes place at the beginning of December and Goal brings you all the details
18 hidden gems to watch at World Cup 2018Goal has compiled a list of 18 future stars who are set to shine at next summer's competition in Russia.BrazilOpinion
USA fans should embrace World Cup 'NIT'U.S. Soccer is considering hosting a tournament for teams that missed out on Russia 2018, and American supporters should welcome the opportunityUSAFriendlies
Southgate urges Kane to show he can be world's best The 24-year-old is in incredible form for club and country and his coach hopes he shows the world what he is capable ofEnglandPremier League
Lineker backs France for World Cup The former Three Lions star believes the competition in Russia comes too soon for a blossoming England team as he picked his three favouritesEnglandGermany
Mexico's draw all about the fifth gameEl Tri never have made it out of the Round of 16 at a World Cup on foreign soil. Their draw will be judged on how difficult or easy that path appearsMexico
Postecoglou let me down - SainsburyThe green-and-gold central defender felt hurt by the departure of a coach he says is one of the most positive and passionate he has ever hadAustralia
Sainsbury: I want Aussie to coach us in RussiaThe defender hopes a local candidate is in charge for the green-and-gold's trip to the World Cup and beyondAustralia
What's Mexico's dream draw? Mexico reaching its goals at the World Cup may depend on how friendly a draw it gets Friday. Goal runs through the possibilities ...Mexico
Which teams will play in the 2018 World Cup?Ahead of Friday's World Cup draw, we want to see how closely you followed the eventful final round of qualifying by asking you to name all 32 nations
FIFA: No warm balls at World Cup drawFootball's governing body has responded to claims that some of the balls are heated or cooled to ensure teams are kept apart in the group stageRussia
How to get Socceroos World Cup ticketsThe green-and-gold have booked their spot at next year's big dance in Russia, but how can you get a seat at the table?Australia
'Messi can't win World Cup by himself' The former Argentina international acknowledges that an enviable array of attacking talent will all have a part to play in Russia next summerInterJuventus
Plans for ground-breaking 2022 WC stadiumWork is already well under way ahead of staging of a global showpiece, with a remarkable ground which will be repurposed forming part of the projectQatar
Exclusive: Kevin Muscat likely to be long-term Socceroos coachEXCLUSIVE: Goal's resident spy reveals the Victory boss is favourite to take over the role, but not until after RussiaAustraliaA-League Men
Sol Campbell wants USMNT coaching jobThe Trinidad and Tobago assistant manager admitted that he would like to be involved with the United States as they look to replace Bruce ArenaUSAArsenal
Maradona back as Argentina coach? It would be chaos!The Pibe de Oro's career on the sidelines has rarely been dull, but it isn't likely to deliver much success - as a quick look back shows!ArgentinaFriendlies
FIFA ranking: Germany hold on to top spotThe World Cup holders have retained their position, but the Three Lions have dropped a number of places in the latest updateGermanyEngland
Postecoglou quits as Socceroos coachAfter weeks of speculation, the Australian manager has resigned leaving the team needing a new coach ahead of Russia 2018Australia
Smalling hits back at England snubThe Manchester United defender has been overlooked by Gareth Southgate of late, but he is happy with his form and fighting for a World Cup spotManchester UnitedPremier League
Do World Cup flops Italy need limit on foreigners?There have been fresh calls for a nationality-based quota to aid the development of local talent — but it would be illegal, ineffective and xenophobicSerie AItaly
Moreno vows to be at top form in RussiaThe Mexico center back has seen very few club minutes since a summer transfer to Serie A but insists he'll be ready to help El TriMexicoChampions League
‘No discussions with Neymar over World Cup role’The Brazilian star of PSG may not be named as one of the ambassadors of the World Cup 2022 in Qatar, according to the head of preparations
Modric: From rejected kid to world's best midfielderA three-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid, the Croatia captain was voted third in this year's Goal 50. Here's a look at his early years...GOAL50Real Madrid
How YOU consumed WC qualifiersGoal have assembled some of the most passionate football fans - 60 users from six key regions shared their thoughts on the Road to Russia 2018
Webb: I would want VAR as World Cup refThe man in the middle for the 2010 final between Spain and the Netherlands believes referees will embrace VAR in Russia next summerMajor League Soccer
'Iceland don't need a Neymar to succeed'The defender emphasised how important the collective is to his side's success, while he has reflected on his grounding in Italy with several "legends"IcelandItaly
Peru goal celebrations trigger earthquake app alerts in Lima An application believed the outpouring of joy was something more sinister and let users know of a potential natural disasterPeruNew Zealand
The Italy candidates to replace disastrous VenturaThe Azzurri boss has been shown the exit door after the catastrophic failure that was their World Cup qualification campaign. So who's next?ItalyWorld Cup Qualification UEFA
