Belgium 3-2 Japan & the 23 best-ever World Cup gamesGoal takes a look at the best classic World Cup matches of yesteryear in anticipation for this summer's tournament in RussiaWorld CupHungary
Neuer, Ronaldo & stars who went to World Cup ‘injured’The Germany goalkeeper will travel to the tournament without playing a competitive match this year, but he's not the first injured star to travelWorld CupEgypt
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
The 10 most iconic misses in World Cup historyThe World Cup is loved for the glorious goals on show but it has witnessed its fair share of incredible misses. Goal runs down the best of the latterWorld CupEngland
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
Betting Tips: Italy vs NetherlandsLooking far more entreprising under Mancini, Al Hain-Cole expects the rejuvenated Azzurri to put on an entertaining clash against Koeman's menItalyFriendlies
Italy vs Netherlands: TV, stream & previewMissing out on the World Cup this summer, the renowned European sides will be hoping for confidence boosting wins when they meet on MondayFriendliesItaly
Italy captaincy would be statement against racism - BalotelliThe much-travelled striker believes his country needs to shake off old prejudices, while joking that his agent is pricing him out of a Serie A returnItalyFriendlies
Italy, Netherlands, Chile & 15 top teams who won't be at World Cup 2018 Goal takes a look at the best teams who failed to qualify for the tournament in Russia this summerWorld CupChile
The 20 best players to never win World Cup Today's stars travel to Russia hoping to seal a place among the greats, but many icons never get to taste that success. Here are some notable namesWorld CupPortugal
'Ake has so much potential' - Van Dijk vows to helpThe Bournemouth defender has been given the backing of the Liverpool centre-half after a 3-0 loss at AnfieldPremier LeagueLiverpool
FIFA Rewind: Relive Netherlands v BrazilGoal have teamed up with FIFA to bring the great games of the past right up into the 21st centuryWorld CupBrazil
Meet Guus Til: Netherlands' unlikely international prodigyThe 20-year-old midfielder's exploits and development for a promising AZ have seen him thrust into focus in his homeland, much to his surpriseAZ AlkmaarEredivisie
Ronaldo fails to register a shot for first time all seasonThe star forward had his hot streak snapped in a big way as he and Portugal were blanked at the hands of the NetherlandsPortugalWorld Cup
Betting Tips: Portugal vs NetherlandsAfter needing a late winner in Portugal's last game, Phil Kitromilides thinks there is value in a tighter match when they face the NetherlandsFriendliesPortugal
Winners & losers from Friday's internationalsWho topped and who flopped in countries' most recent tests leading up to the World Cup in Russia?FriendliesEgypt
Spain, England & international friendlies - LIVEGoal brings you all the latest updates from across the day's fixtures - all times GMT & this page will automatically refresh!FriendliesBrazil
Walker starts at centre-back against NetherlandsThe Manchester City full-back is named in an unfamiliar role while Marcus Rashford is prefered to Jamie Vardy up front in Harry Kane's absenceEnglandFriendlies
England 5/1 to beat Netherlands with winnings paid in cashThe Three Lions travel to Amsterdam on Friday night to play Ronald Koeman's men, and new dabblebet customers can get a huge 5/1 on an away victoryEnglandFriendlies
Betting Tips: Netherlands vs EnglandWith Kane out injured, Al Hain-Cole expects Southgate's men to struggle for a breakthrough against an Oranje side also lacking star quality up frontEnglandFriendlies