El Tri top Hex for first time in 12 yearsDespite its status as one of the region's giants, El Tri lead the final round of qualification for the first time since 2005.MexicoCosta Rica
Chicharito among El Tri greatsThe Mexico forward still isn't his country's best ever but takes his place alongside El Tri's past and present greats with his record-tying goal.MexicoCosta Rica
Chicharito ties Mexico recordThe Bayer Leverkusen forward tied Jared Borgetti's all-time scoring mark with a goal in World Cup qualification.MexicoCosta Rica
TEAM NEWS: Vela starts for MexicoThe questions about how El Tri would deal with their injuries have been answered, with Juan Carlos Osorio choosing a very strong attacking side.MexicoCosta Rica
Stamp on Witsel leads to six month banQin Sheng deliberately stepped on the Belgium international's foot during a game against Tianjin Quanjian and has now been suspended for half a yearSuper LeagueBelgium
Hazard: Belgium play like ChelseaThe Borussia Monchengladbach forward thinks that his national team is building something special as they emulate the Premier League leader's formationChelseaBelgium
WATCH: Shaqiri's scissor kickThe Stoke City forward has replicated his stunning effort for Switzerland at Euro 2016 while away with his country on 2018 World Cup qualifying dutyPremier LeagueStoke City
Can Wales keep WC dream alive?Chris Coleman's side must avoid defeat against Republic of Ireland to realistically keep their hopes of reaching Russia 2018 on courseWalesOpinion
Osorio invests in replacements The El Tri boss has been watching closely this week deciding who will start wide in Friday's World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica.MexicoCosta Rica
Pulisic remains focused and unfazed The 18-year-old U.S. national team star is focused on trying to carry over his strong club form into the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.USAHonduras
El Tri expecting resolute Costa RicaThe top two teams in the Hexagonal square off Friday night, with the home side expecting a strong showing from the visiting outfit.MexicoCosta Rica
TEAM NEWS: Alexis leads Chile The Arsenal star will be saddled with even more pressure with Arturo Vidal suspended, while Argentina goes with attacking power in need of a winWorld Cup Qualification CONMEBOLChile
USA accused of gamesmanshipHonduras has reportedly claimed U.S. Soccer kept practice fields from being available for the team ahead of Friday's crucial match.USAHonduras
Sigurdsson: Iceland desperate for WC spotThe Swansea man has become a pivotal player for his national team and he says that his country is going nowhere after the underdog story of the summerIcelandSwansea City
Chicharito needs to tie record The Mexico forward insists he's interested only in helping his team win, but scoring a goal to tie the El Tri record would be a huge boost.MexicoOpinion
Keane: England debut a dream come trueThe Burnley centre back was handed his first ever senior appearance by Gareth Southgate in a narrow defeat to GermanyEnglandBurnley
'It was an honour to play with Podolski' Current and former team-mates hailed the forward, who scored the winner in his last ever international game with Die MannschaftGermanyEngland
Five things we didn't learn from EnglandGareth Southgate's men largely went through the motions in their narrow loss in Dortmund, with little of consequence coming from the exerciseEnglandPremier League
Hodgson defends England reignThe former Three Lions boss believes criticism of his tenure was unfair, with calls made for the good of the team and its ongoing developmentEnglandPremier League
Keane: ROI have no plan for BaleThe Boys in Green assistant manager is an admirer of the Real Madrid star, but says that the Irish players must embrace the challenge he posesWalesIreland
CONCACAF teams in similar situationsSeveral of the region's teams find themselves in similar situations as qualification resumes Friday.MexicoCosta Rica
Twellman calls for injury evolutionA recent injury to Fernando Torres put the issue back on the agenda and the former USA striker, whose career was ended by concussion, calls for changeFIFA Club World CupOpinion
Arena: Johnson set for midfield roleThe U.S. national team coach will likely turn to Jorge Villafana or DaMarcus Beasley at left back against Honduras and Panama.USA
Dempsey's return headlines U.S. squadThe 34-year-old is back with the U.S. national team for first time since the Copa America, as the U.S. prepares for two crucial World Cup qualifiers.USA
Infantino: Travel ban could hurt U.S. WCThe FIFA president made it clear that any country that hosts the international competition would need to allow access to supporters and teams.
Cannavaro reveals toughest opponentThe Italy legend is considered one of the greatest defenders of all time despite his small stature but there was one forward who kept him up at nightItalyBrazil
'Travel ban could harm US WC bid'Donald Trump's desire to block travellers from seven Muslim-majority countries will hamper his nation's hopes of hosting the competitionPremier League
WATCH: Ubierna's long-range stunnerThe UTC Cajamarca midfielder opened his account for the club in spectacular style as he crashed home a 35-yard thunderbolt against Real GarcilasoVideoCopa Libertadores
Infantino on 2022 World CupThe FIFA president is excited to see the world’s greatest football extravaganza being hosted in the Middle-East for the very first time…
Higuain must score when it countsThe Argentine has maintained his remarkable Serie A strike rate since joining from Napoli but he still has to show he can score in the biggest gamesChampions LeagueJuventus
