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The Spain boss will take over at Santiago Bernabeu following the World Cup, succeeding the inimitable Zinedine Zidane

These are the best players for each team at the World Cup, according to the latest app from the team behind Football Manager

The versatile midfielder has penned a new contract at the club, after making a first-team breakthrough under Arsene Wenger in 2017-18

Ahead of the World Cup, there have been big concerns outside Russia regarding security and racism. An expert from Goal Russia gives us the local view

The France international did not give anything away during a press conference, though he did concede he himself knows where he will play next season

Didier Deschamps' men made a reasonable account of themselves four years ago in Brazil but will be hoping to go better than the quarter-finals here

Clear is looking to unearth those overcoming obstacles with the same determination as football's superstars

Los Ticos are outsiders to even make it into the knockout stages of Russia 2018, but their exploits from four years ago means they can't be ignored

The Manchester City man is likely to become the five-time world champions' youngest ever starting striker at a World Cup and has a huge role to play

There may be a feast of football taking place in Russia, but CONIFA certainly produced some memorable moments as Karpatalja tasted glory in London

Oliver Bierhoff believes that the decision of the two midfielders to take a picture with Turkey's president could affect the side in Russia

Germany are runaway favourites to qualify for the knockout stages but our tipster sees more value in backing El Tri to join them ahead of Sweden

Goal takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and beyond

With the Barcelona forward the key man for the South Americans, we take a look at some of the most interesting markets for Messi at the World Cup

As the game has evolved, the ball has evolved with it, each development leaving a significant mark on football's showpiece

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?

The ex-Barcelona midfielder is wary of facing the Real Madrid forward when La Roja begin their tournament against Portugal on June 15

The Selecao should have few problems making the knockout stages but punters should look to the other end of the table ahead of the tournament

The Tottenham striker is coming off the back of a 30-goal season in the Premier League, but could value be found in the likes of Sterling or Vardy?

The West Ham striker has reacted to stories in Mexico that their pre-tournament party was a 24-hour event attended by over 30 VIP escorts

The Russian striker has impressed domestically and now has the opportunity to showcase his ability to a wider audience

The defender was suspended for his side's 7-1 defeat on home soil four years ago, but believes that harsh lesson has made them stronger

The England international full-back missed most of last season with a back injury but is already feeling fit and ready to go for the new campaign

The 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?

More senior players have followed the lead of goalkeeper Rui Patricio by seeking an early end to their time with the Portuguese cup finalists

The Blues are still looking at the Napoli head coach but he is among a group of other candidates as complex negotiations continue

The football showpiece event kicks off in Russia on Thursday - make sure you do your office sweepstakes before the first game gets under way!