WC RUSSIA 2018

Ricardo Gareca’s pride in banished Peru

Peru coach Ricardo Gareca has hailed his team's efforts at the World Cup in Russia, despite an early exit following their 1-0 loss to France in Group C. It means back-to-back defeats for a Peruvian...

Jorge Sampaoli takes ‘total responsibility’ for Argentina loss

Boss Jorge Sampaoli has said the blame for Argentina's thumping World Cup 3-0 loss to Croatia rests entirely with him. Sampaoli admirably attempted to deflect the criticism from a terrible goalkeeping...

David Beckham tips England to make WC final

Former England captain David Beckham has backed the Three Lions to make the 2018 World Cup final in Russia, where he believes they will come up against Argentina. England, who are 13.00 to win the...

Carlos Queiroz: Iran still fighting

Head coach Carlos Queiroz believes Iran deserved better from Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Spain but insists his players are still dreaming of qualifying from Group B. Iran clinched a surprise 1-0 victory...

England captain Harry Kane aims to prove his class

England captain Harry Kane is determined to continue to impress at the World Cup, as he seeks to prove his worth on the biggest stage of all. Tottenham striker Kane netted both goals as the Three...

Brazil deal with Neymar worry

Brazil have an injury concern over superstar forward Neymar after he limped out of a light training session on Tuesday. The 26-year-old was reported to be struggling with pain in his right ankle,...

Manuel Neuer backs Germany to respond

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer expects his side to be a very different animal when they take on Sweden in their next World Cup Group F game. The holders suffered a shock 1-0 reverse to Mexico in their...

England wait on Dele Alli thigh knock

England have confirmed that midfielder Dele Alli suffered a slight thigh strain in the 2-1 World Cup win over Tunisia on Monday. The Tottenham Hotspur schemer had to be replaced ten minutes from time...

Hernan Dario Gomez: Panama will keep learning

Hernan Dario Gomez insists Panama will continue to grow and learn following Monday’s 3-0 loss at the hands of Belgium. The Central American outfit made their maiden World Cup appearance at the Fisht...

Harry Kane fires England to victory

Harry Kane has revealed his pride after bagging a brace to guide England to victory in their opening World Cup clash with Tunisia. The Tottenham star made history as he became England’s youngest...

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