The Senegal team line up before their friendly game with Luxembourg on May 31, 2018
World Cup preview: Senegal
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of Senegal as they return to the tournament for the first time since 2002.
Jun 13, 17:00
Egypt manager Hector Cuper on May 25, 2018
Preview:Egypt vs. Uruguay - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the World Cup Group A match between Egypt and Uruguay.
Jun 13, 16:10
The Belgium team line up before their friendly game with Portugal on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Belgium
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of Belgium, whose golden generation go into the tournament ranked third in the world.
Jun 13, 15:00
Russia's Aleksandr Samedov celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates during the World Cup warm-up friendly with Turkey on June 5, 2018
Preview:Russia vs. Saudi Arabia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted XIs, team news and a full match preview for the opening game of the 2018 World Cup as hosts Russia take on Saudi Arabia in Moscow.
Jun 12, 19:48
The Portugal team lines up before their international friendly with Algeria on June 7, 2018
World Cup preview: Portugal
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Portugal's chances at the tournament as they look to build on their triumph at Euro 2016.
Jun 12, 13:00
The Uruguay squad lines up for their official photo shoot ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia
World Cup preview: Uruguay
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole looks at the chances of two-time champions Uruguay.
Jun 12, 12:15
The Saudi Arabian team lines up ahead of an international friendly in March 2018
World Cup preview: Saudi Arabia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole looks at Saudi Arabia's chances having been drawn alongside the hosts in Group A.
Jun 12, 11:00
Mohamed Salah in action for Egypt during a World Cup qualifying match with Congo in October 2017
Egypt still unsure whether Mohamed Salah fit enough for World Cup opener
Egypt managing director Ehab Lehita admits that Mohamed Salah remains a doubt for the country's opening World Cup game against Uruguay on Friday.
Jun 11, 21:19
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Report: Mohamed Salah threatens to quit Liverpool after Nabil Fekir deal collapse
Mohamed Salah is unhappy with Liverpool's failure to sign Nabil Fekir and is considering offers from Barcelona and Real Madrid, according to a report from Spain.
Jun 11, 20:02
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Champions League final against Real Madrid in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Mohamed Salah misses World Cup training with Egypt as injury struggles continue
Mohamed Salah sits out training ahead of the World Cup for a second consecutive session as the Egyptian winger recovers from a shoulder injury.
Jun 10, 22:04
Mohamed Salah in action for Egypt during a World Cup qualifying match with Congo in October 2017
Mohamed Salah still unable to take part in Egypt training
Egypt forward Mohamed Salah sit outs his side's final training session on home soil before setting off for the World Cup finals in Russia.
Jun 10, 08:33
Mohamed Salah in action for Egypt during a World Cup qualifying match with Congo in October 2017
Egypt forward Mohamed Salah "will be ready" to face Uruguay
Mohamed Salah expects to play a part in Egypt's meeting with Uruguay in a week's time, despite spending a spell on the sidelines with a shoulder injury.
Jun 9, 13:33
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Champions League final against Real Madrid in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah responds to Sergio Ramos comments
Mohamed Salah responds to comments made by Sergio Ramos, who suggested that the Liverpool ace could have continued playing with an injured shoulder against Real Madrid.
Jun 9, 13:22
The Egyptian team lines up ahead of their international friendly with Kuwait in May 2018
World Cup preview: Egypt
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole looks at Egypt's chances as they gear up for their first taste of the competition for 28 years.
Jun 7, 15:05
Eden Hazard in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Eden Hazard 'supporting Egypt at World Cup for Mohamed Salah'
Chelsea and Belgium winger Eden Hazard says that he will be supporting Egypt at this summer's World Cup due to his friendship with Mohamed Salah.
Jun 7, 12:12
The Russian team poses ahead of their international friendly with Turkey in June 2018
World Cup preview: Russia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the host nation's chances of success at their own tournament.
Jun 7, 09:11
Roberto Firmino in a Brazil training session at Anfield on June 2, 2018
Roberto Firmino slams "idiotic" Sergio Ramos comments
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino believes that Sergio Ramos's response to criticism of his actions in the Champions League final was "idiotic".
Jun 6, 21:33
Belgium manager Roberto Martinez on October 10, 2017
Belgium make light work of Egypt in pre-World Cup friendly
Belgium claim a straightforward 3-0 win over Egypt in Wednesday night's international friendly at the King Baudouin Stadium ahead of the World Cup in Russia.
Jun 6, 20:49
Moses Simon in action for Gent in November 2016
Liverpool 'eye £10m Moses Simon swoop'
Liverpool are reportedly considering a £10m approach for Nigeria international and Gent winger Moses Simon this summer.
Jun 6, 09:01
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah holding his golden boot on May 13, 2018
Egypt boss Hector Cuper hopeful of Mohamed Salah recovery for World Cup opener
Egypt head coach Hector Cuper is hopeful that Mohamed Salah could be fit for the Pharaohs' World Cup opener against Uruguay on June 15.
Jun 5, 20:02
Sergio Ramos celebrates after Real Madrid win their Champions League semi-final encounter with Bayern Munich on May 1, 2018
Sergio Ramos hits back at critics of Champions League challenges
Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos says that his challenges on Mohamed Salah and Loris Karius in the Champions League final have been blown out of proportion.
Jun 5, 17:50
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Andrew Robertson: 'There is more to come from Mohamed Salah'
Andrew Robertson suggests that Mohamed Salah can score even more goals next season, dismissing fears that his Liverpool teammate is a one-season wonder.
Jun 5, 08:55
Sadio Mane in action for Liverpool on April 7, 2018
Liverpool star Sadio Mane agrees shock move to Real Madrid?
Liverpool star Sadio Mane reportedly agrees in principle to join Real Madrid, but the deal has hit a snag due to Zinedine Zidane's departure.
Jun 4, 16:36
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Mohamed Salah makes Egypt World Cup squad despite injury concerns
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is included in Egypt's World Cup squad despite the injury he suffered in the Champions League final.
Jun 4, 11:08
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Champions League final against Real Madrid in Kiev on May 26, 2018
Mohamed Salah provides injury update ahead of World Cup
Mohamed Salah is remaining positive on his comeback from a shoulder injury, with Egypt's World Cup campaign beginning in less than two weeks.
Jun 3, 17:11
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Philippe Coutinho tips Mohamed Salah, Neymar to shine at World Cup
Philippe Coutinho believes that fellow Brazil star Neymar and former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah of Egypt will shine at this summer's World Cup in Russia.
Jun 3, 10:58
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne in action during a Champions League clash with Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on April 10, 2018
Roberto Martinez: 'Kevin De Bruyne should have beaten Mohamed Salah to awards'
Belgium boss Roberto ­Martinez believes that Kevin De Bruyne should have beaten Mohamed Salah to the Football Writers' Footballer of the Year and PFA Player of the Year awards.
Jun 3, 10:20
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in action during the Premier League clash with Brighton on May 13, 2018
Dietmar Hamann: 'I cannot see Mohamed Salah pining for Real Madrid, Barcelona move'
Former Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann believes Mohamed Salah is unlikely to follow in the footsteps of Luis Suarez and Philippe Coutinho in pining for a move to Spain.
Jun 2, 18:17
Sergio Ramos takes out Mohamed Salah during the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Sergio Ramos 'changes phone number due to death threats'
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos allegedly changes his phone number after receiving threatening calls in relation to his challenge on Liverpool's Mohamed Salah.
Jun 1, 20:29
Mohamed Salah receives a hug from Jurgen Klopp after he comes off injured during the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Egypt FA: 'Mohamed Salah out for up to three weeks'
Egypt talisman Mohamed Salah is expected to be out for no more than three weeks and will play some part in the World Cup, according to the country's football association.
May 30, 20:22
Injured Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah leaves the field during the Champions League final against Real Madrid
EFA president: 'Mohamed Salah likely to miss Egypt's World Cup opener'
Egypt's FA chief claims that Mohamed Salah is expected to miss their opening World Cup fixture against Uruguay, but will be "100% ready" for the game against Russia.
May 30, 15:54
Mohamed Salah receives a hug from Jurgen Klopp after he comes off injured during the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
European Judo Union condemns Sergio Ramos challenge on Mohamed Salah
The European Judo Union says that Sergio Ramos's challenge on Mohamed Salah would have been illegal in its sport.
May 29, 21:55
Loris Karius in tears after the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Does Loris Karius still have a future at Liverpool?
Sports Mole discusses whether Loris Karius has a future at Liverpool following his high-profile mistakes in the Champions League final.
May 29, 16:33
Sergio Ramos poses proudly with the trophy after the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Egyptian lawyer 'files €1bn lawsuit against Sergio Ramos for Mohamed Salah foul'
An Egyptian lawyer claims to have filed a €1bn lawsuit against Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos for the "physical and psychological harm" inflicted on Mohamed Salah.
May 28, 21:38
Mohamed Salah receives a hug from Jurgen Klopp after he comes off injured during the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Mohamed Salah to undergo treatment on injured shoulder in Spain
Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah will reportedly travel to Spain to undergo a recovery regime on his injured shoulder in an effort to be fit in time for the World Cup.
May 28, 18:54
Injured Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah leaves the field during the Champions League final against Real Madrid
Andrew Robertson: 'Sergio Ramos was clever in Champions League final'
Liverpool full-back Andrew Robertson insists that his side cannot blame their Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid on the first-half injury to Mohamed Salah.
May 28, 18:42
Mohamed Salah receives a hug from Jurgen Klopp after he comes off injured during the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Egypt president Abdelfattah Elsisi contacts Mohamed Salah about injury
The president of Egypt reveals that he has spoken to Mohamed Salah regarding his injury and insists that the Liverpool forward remains determined to feature in Russia.
May 28, 18:08
Andrew Robertson in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Crystal Palace on August 19, 2017
Andrew Robertson: 'Finishing second is as good as finishing last'
Andrew Robertson admits to being 'devastated' following Liverpool's 3-1 loss to Real Madrid, insisting that the tag of runners-up counts for little.
May 27, 19:44
Injured Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah leaves the field during the Champions League final against Real Madrid
Mohamed Salah: "I'm confident that I'll be in Russia"
Mohamed Salah says that he is "confident" of going to the World Cup next month following a shoulder injury he picked up in the Champions League final on Saturday night.
May 27, 17:17
Mohamed Salah has a roll during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Stoke City 'interested in the new Mohamed Salah'
Stoke City are reportedly interested in signing the 'next Mohamed Salah' as the Championship side continue to keep tabs on Al Ahly's Mahmoud Saber.
May 27, 17:08
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