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The Barcelona attacker is seeking to make it third-time lucky at the World Cup after his two previous tilts ended only in infamy

The ex-Everton coach feels Real Madrid are to blame for the crisis La Roja find themselves in less than 48 hours before they kick-off their World Cup

The forward struggled for a spot in Mourinho's starting line-up last term and is now keen for a fresh start elsewhere

With the tournament set to take place in North America, Fox and Telemundo will reap major benefits

The 16-year-old forward is regarded as one of France's most talented young prospects, and moves to the principality in a lucrative switch

Having fielded interest from both the Blancos and Chelsea in the past few weeks, the manager has reaffirmed his commitment to his current employers

This year's tournament offers an opportunity for some of the game's rising stars to shine, but who are the youngest footballers in Russia?

The combined proposal could set the blueprint for nations who want to host matches without the burden of putting on an entire 48-team tournament alone

Aliou Cisse's side don't boast much World Cup experience but will fancy their chances of emerging from a particularly open looking Group H

The 25-year-old's versatility was highly prized by manager Juan Carlos Osorio, which makes his departure because of injury a big blow

Our Fantasy writer picks out the 11 best players and values on offer in the Goal game including stars from Portugal, Spain, Germany, France and more

The Egypt international has enjoyed an unforgettable season and will be aiming to overcome injury to make his mark at the World Cup

The world's most expensive player is expected to deliver for Brazil this summer despite an injury-hit end to his first season at Paris Saint-Germain

The Spaniard is as clever as they come but the use of technology should cast an even more unfavourable light on a true master of the game's dark arts

The Real Madrid defender insists the national team is together, despite the sacking of Julen Lopetegui two days before their opener against Portugal

The Real Madrid and Portugal star is defined as much by his determination as he is by his astonishing achievements

You have decided on the players you think will get the better of Goal's chosen line-up for the extravaganza in Russia... so, who made the cut?

After defying the odds to win Euro 2016, the Selecao will again look to Cristiano Ronaldo to lead them to glory in what could be his last tournament

The Socceroos failed to win a match at the 2014 edition in Brazil and a tough group stage means a repeat could be on the cards at Russia 2018

The Basque coach was removed on Wednesday against the players' wishes and leaves La Roja in turmoil ahead of their opener against Portugal on Friday

The Italian legend picked his greatest ever World Cup six-a-side team but there was no place for the Argentine icon

The PSG forward has risen to become on the superstars of the modern game and is already targeting immortality with his national team in Russia

With FIFA having announced the winners of the bid to host the finals in eight years, Goal takes a look at which cities will be participating

The former Real Madrid defender steps in from his role as sporting director of the national team to manage his country at the World Cup

While a kind draw should see them end their long wait for a knockout stage win, Al Hain-Cole expects the Three Lions to fall to strong opposition

The Real Madrid manager-to-be was fired by his country after taking the position at the Champions League holders, causing La Roja's price to drift

He finished as the Champions League's top scorer for the sixth season in a row, but can the Portuguese shine at in Russia with his national team?

After failing to qualify for 2018, the U.S. federation got exactly the win it needed with the United Bid winning the hosting rights for 2026

The three nations will share hosting duties, and secure qualification for each nation, meaning Canada will compete in their second ever tournament