GettyTransfersWest Ham United'World Cup a stepping stone for PL target Smolov'The Russian striker has impressed domestically and now has the opportunity to showcase his ability to a wider audience
GettyBrazilWorld CupThiago Silva: Brazil have learned from 2014 failureThe 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
Getty ImagesLiverpoolChampions League'It was tough' - Clyne opens up on Reds injury hellThe 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
Getty ImagesWorld CupIcelandInternational 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?
Getty ImagesTransfersSporting CPCarvalho, Dost & other Sporting stars cancel contractsMore senior players have followed the lead of goalkeeper Rui Patricio by seeking an early end to their time with the Portuguese cup finalists
Getty/GoalChelseaSSC NapoliSarri remains in frame for Chelsea jobThe Blues are still looking at the Napoli head coach but he is among a group of other candidates as complex negotiations continue
Getty ImagesWorld CupFantasy FootballWorld Cup 2018 sweepstakes: All you need to knowThe football showpiece event kicks off in Russia on Thursday - make sure you do your office sweepstakes before the first game gets under way!
Getty ImagesWorld CupAustraliaLuongo: The pressure is on PogbaFrance's stars will be expected to shine against Australia and that could work to the Socceroos favour
Refugio RuizCD GuadalajaraLiga MXAlmeyda confirms Chivas exit The manager is leaving the team after weeks of speculation that their working relationship was over
Getty ImagesTransfersSSC NapoliArsenal & Chelsea target Seri in Napoli talksThe Nice midfielder's agent has revealed that transfer talks have been opened with the Serie A suitor despite strong links to Premier League sides
GettyArsenalPremier LeagueArsenal warned to expect 'bumpy ride' under EmeryThe Gunners have made a first managerial change in 22 years, with Premier League rivals having shown how difficult it can be to make such adjustments
Clive BrunskillManchester CityPremier LeagueDelph: Guardiola is fantastic, a geniusThe versatile England international has credited his boss at the Etihad Stadium for having made him the player now preparing for World Cup 2018 duty
Getty ImagesWorld CupPortugalDe Gea 'well studied' for Ronaldo battleThe Manchester United goalkeeper is preparing to face the Portuguese star in Russia and knows just what to expect
GettyWorld CupBrazilFirmino unfazed by lack of superstar statusThe Liverpool forward has become a star in Europe, but he is not afforded the same kind of respect in his homeland as some international team-mates
Hector VivasMexicoWorld CupFive questions for El Tri as they arrive in RussiaMexico is in Moscow with its World Cup debut against Germany on the horizon. What still needs to be resolved in the next few days?
Real MadridLaLigaZidane: I don't know what I'm going to doThe Frenchman has no plans to return to management any time soon, with a welcome break being taken after leaving the Santiago Bernabeu
TransfersManchester UnitedMan Utd's early approach for Fred revealedThe Red Devils have a deal in place for the Brazil international, with Jose Mourinho having made his first move for a summer target back in April
GettyimagesFranceManchester UnitedPetit calls on Pogba to play angry A World Cup-winning midfielder from 1998 is looking for a star of the current side to do whatever it takes to play at his true potential in Russia
Getty ImagesTransfersArsenalSeaman: Arsenal need at least three more signingsThe Gunners have already tied up a deal for Stephan Lichtsteiner, but the former goalkeeper feels more additions are required during the summer window
Getty ImagesVideoWorld CupVIDEO: Evolution of WC dribblingAs both stars and years have passed, the nature of dribbling in the FIFA World Cup has changed
GettyTransfersLiverpoolTaffarel: Alisson is very happy at RomaThe current Selecao star wants his future resolved before the World Cup starts, with a big-money summer switch away from Italy still being mooted
World CupEnglandButcher: Ashley Young is my pet hateThe former Three Lions captain is not a fan of playing a converted winger in defence, with Gareth Southgate urged to favour Danny Rose at Russia 2018
Shaun ClarkMajor League SoccerNiceVieira leaves MLS as a pioneer who transformed NYCFCThe Frenchman's two and a half seasons in MLS helped transform New York City FC, and helped mold him into a coach who is ready for a new challenge
Getty ImagesTransfersMonacoMonaco beat Man Utd & Barca to MatazoThe 16-year-old is heading to Ligue 1, with those at Stade Louis II having fended off several European heavyweights to land a sought-after signature
VideoWorld CupVIDEO: Evolution of World Cup goalscoringThe World Cup has seen much fluctuation in the amount of goals scored per game over the years; will attackers rule the roost in Russia?
GettyManchester UnitedBayern MunichMan Utd win friendly banter battle with BayernThe Red Devils visit the Allianz Arena as part of their pre-season programme, with some gentle trolling having already started on social media
GettyVideoWATCH: Karpatalja crowned world champions!The region from southwestern Ukraine enjoyed an historic day as they saw off Northern Cyprus in a dramatic penalty shootout to become world champions