FIFA World Cup

	FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentina face five finals, insists defiant coach Jorge Sampaoli Failure to beat the Africans will prolong Lionel Messi's wait to win an international trophy, with the added humiliation of bowing out at the group stages without even winning a game. published on : 26th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: Belgium midfield Kevin De Bruyne set to miss 'celebration' England clash Manchester City's De Bruyne is one of three Belgium players on a yellow, along with Thomas Meunier and Jan Verthongen. published on : 26th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: Denmark coach Age Hareide says France criticism 'taken out of context' Hareide said the Danes would go in search of victory, resisting the dangerous temptation to look to settle for a draw. published on : 26th June 2018
	No mercy for Lionel Messi, promise Nigeria ahead of FIFA World Cup showdown Victory for Nigeria on Tuesday will send Argentina home in disgrace after failing to win a game in Russia and send the Africans into the last 16. published on : 26th June 2018
	Mathew Ryan family's FIFA World Cup adventure a hit in the pocket for Australia 'keeper Mathew Ryan has paid for 27 members of his family to come out to Russia and support him and the Socceroos. published on : 26th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: Didier Deschamps says France won't offer Denmark any favours Denmark require just a point to join France in the knockout stages, and could even pip Les Bleus to top spot in Group C with a victory. published on : 26th June 2018
	Germany must ignore pressure in FIFA World Cup test against Soth Korea: Marco Reus Joachim Loew's team need to win by a two-goal margin in Kazan to be sure of advancing to the knockout rounds. published on : 26th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil bar to give shots every time Neymar falls The offer is the latest twist in Brazil's new national sport: making fun of the talented but divisive PSG striker Neymar. published on : 26th June 2018
	Not Paul Pogba's last FIFA World Cup, insists France coach Didier Deschamps Pogba caused a stir on Sunday when he told reporters this summer's World Cup could be his final one because you don't know what can happen tomorrow. published on : 25th June 2018
	England midfielder Dele Alli trains as Gareth Southgate plans for Belgium FIFA World Cup match Alli possesses a goal threat that Loftus-Cheek lacks and, crucially, England need if they are to take the burden away from their free-scoring captain. published on : 25th June 2018
	Desperate Australia in must-win FIFA World Cup clash against Peru In a country where football is vying for support against traditional heavyweights like Australian rules, rugby league and cricket, the knives are already out for the Socceroos. published on : 25th June 2018
	Germany defender Mats Hummels fit to face South Korea in FIFA World Cup decider Hummels is back in training after a neck injury kept him out of the win against Sweden and is expected to face the South Koreans. published on : 25th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: Switzerland players' pro-Kosovo celebration triggers backlash The celebrations during Switzerland's 2-1 victory over Serbia on Friday have triggered a disciplinary investigation by FIFA and outrage from nationalist politicians at home. published on : 25th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: South Korea still have one per cent chance, says Ju Se-jong South Korea can still progress from Group F but only if they beat Germany on Wednesday and Sweden lose to Mexico. published on : 25th June 2018
	'Crazy' or in love, Russia dances to Latin fans' FIFA World Cup beat The added ingredient of a more evenly spread-out global middle-class with the means to travel the world has the streets of Russia dancing to a decidedly Latin beat. published on : 25th June 2018
	FIFA World Cup 2018: Neymar's father calls for social media truce Neymar's father said that the online insults could "contaminate" his son and pleaded with supporters "to use the correct weapons, such as faith and prayers." published on : 25th June 2018
	Spain, Portugal target FIFA World Cup last 16 as Russia ride momentum Spain and Portugal need draws to qualify while Russia will bid for a third straight win after a stunning start to the tournament. published on : 25th June 2018
	What do Costa Rica, Panama early exits from FIFA World Cup say about US football? The Americans finished fifth in the six-nation final round, falling below Honduras, which lost a playoff to Australia. published on : 25th June 2018
	France bank on slow-starter Antoine Griezmann to come good against Denmark at FIFA World Cup 2018 Griezmann himself admitted there is room for improvement as France target a deep run at the World Cup. published on : 25th June 2018
	Harry Kane: England's chosen one at FIFA World Cup 2018 Kane’s heroics in Russia is further proof England have finally found a talisman who can lead their campaign. published on : 25th June 2018