The Mexico team line up before their friendly game with Scotland on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Mexico
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of Mexico, who have been eliminated in the last 16 in each of the past six tournaments.
Jun 13, 13:30
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Jordan Henderson wary of Spain response
England midfielder Jordan Henderson believes that Spain's decision to sack manager Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the World Cup could make the team even stronger.
Jun 13, 13:30
Lucas Piazon rides Tomas Kalas after Fulham secure promotion to the Premier League on May 26, 2018
Fulham 'close in on Chelsea duo Lucas Piazon, Tomas Kalas'
Fulham are reportedly on the verge of completing the double signing of Lucas Piazon and Tomas Kalas for a combined fee of £8m.
Jun 13, 13:20
Brighton & Hove Albion's Connor Goldson applauds the fans after the match against Watford on December 23, 2017
Rangers confirm Connor Goldson signing
Rangers confirm the signing of Connor Goldson on a four-year deal from Brighton & Hove Albion.
Jun 13, 13:05
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Jamie Vardy: 'Spain situation is strange'
England striker Jamie Vardy admits that Spain's decision to sack manager Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the World Cup is "strange", but believes their players will adapt.
Jun 13, 13:02
The Germany team line up before their friendly game with Saudi Arabia on June 8, 2018
World Cup preview: Germany
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of holders Germany as they bid to become the first team since 1962 to defend the title.
Jun 13, 13:00
Unai Emery in charge of PSG on April 6, 2018
Arsenal to face London rivals Chelsea in pre-season friendly
Arsenal and Chelsea announce that they will contest a pre-season London derby in Dublin on August 1.
Jun 13, 12:53
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp with assistant Zeljko Buvac during Liverpool training in April 2018
Liverpool assistant Zeljko Buvac to join Fenerbahce?
Liverpool assistant manager Zeljko Buvac is reportedly on the verge of being named as Fenerbahce's new boss.
Jun 13, 12:40
The Switzerland team line up before their friendly with Japan on June 8, 2018
World Cup preview: Switzerland
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Switzerland's chances as they arrive at the tournament ranked sixth in the world by FIFA.
Jun 13, 12:30
The Serbia team line up before their friendly game with Bolivia on June 9, 2018
World Cup preview: Serbia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Serbia's chances as they return to the tournament after missing out four years ago.
Jun 13, 12:00
The Costa Rica team line up before their friendly game with Belgium on June 11, 2018
World Cup preview: Costa Rica
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of surprise Brazil 2014 quarter-finalists Costa Rica.
Jun 13, 11:30
Greg Cunningham in action for Preston during the 2017-18 season
Cardiff City complete Greg Cunningham signing
Cardiff City complete the signing of full-back Greg Cunningham on a three-year deal from Preston North End.
Jun 13, 11:07
The Brazil team line up before their friendly game with Croatia on June 3, 2018
World Cup preview: Brazil
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of five-time champions Brazil as they look to lift the trophy for the first time since 2002.
Jun 13, 11:00
The Iceland team lines up prior to their international friendly with Norway in June 2018
World Cup preview: Iceland
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of tournament debutants Iceland, two years on from reaching the Euro 2016 quarter-finals.
Jun 13, 10:30
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Spain sack Julen Lopetegui one day before World Cup
Spain sack manager Julen Lopetegui just one day before the start of the 2018 World Cup and two days before they are due to begin their campaign against Portugal.
Jun 13, 10:02
The Croatian team line up ahead of their international friendly with Brazil at Anfield on June 3, 2018
World Cup preview: Croatia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Croatia's chances as they bid to get out of the group stages for the first time since 1998.
Jun 13, 10:00
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui watches on during an international friendly with Germany in March 2018
Spain's players 'convince FA to keep Julen Lopetegui'
Spain's players reportedly intervene to prevent the country's football association from sacking manager Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the World Cup.
Jun 13, 09:50
The Argentina team line up before their friendly game with Haiti on May 29, 2018
World Cup preview: Argentina
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Argentina's chances of going one better than four years ago, when they were beaten in the final.
Jun 13, 09:30
Yacine Adli in action for PSG on May 19, 2018
Yacine Adli 'to reject Arsenal move'
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Yacine Adli will reportedly reject a move to Arsenal after being offered a new three-year deal at the Parc des Princes.
Jun 13, 09:29
Maurizio Sarri in charge of Napoli on May 6, 2018
Maurizio Sarri 'still favourite for Chelsea job'
Former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri reportedly remains Chelsea's preferred choice to replace Antonio Conte should they change manager this summer.
Jun 13, 09:16
Stefan Savic in action for Atletico Madrid on November 18, 2017
Chelsea, Juventus 'to battle for Stefan Savic'
Chelsea and Italian champions Juventus are reportedly both interested in signing Atletico Madrid defender Stefan Savic this summer.
Jun 13, 09:03
Peru line up before their international friendly with Scotland on May 30, 2018
World Cup preview: Peru
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Peru's chances as they return to the tournament after a 36-year absence.
Jun 13, 09:00
Marco Verratti in action for PSG on March 31, 2018
Manchester United 'offered chance to sign Marco Verratti'
The agent of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti reportedly tells Manchester United that his client is available for transfer this summer.
Jun 13, 08:53
Tottenham Hotspur's Danny Rose applauds the fans after the match against Leicester City on May 13, 2018
Manchester United 'pull out of £50m Danny Rose deal'
Manchester United reportedly end their interest in a £50m move for Tottenham Hotspur full-back Danny Rose this summer.
Jun 13, 08:44
The France team line up ahead of their friendly game with the Republic of Ireland on May 28, 2018
World Cup preview: France
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of Euro 2016 runners-up France, 20 years on from lifting the trophy on home soil.
Jun 13, 08:30
Marcus Rashford during an England training session on June 1, 2018
Marcus Rashford to miss England training ahead of World Cup
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford is ruled out of England training with a knee problem ahead of the World Cup.
Jun 13, 08:27
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Spain to sack Julen Lopetegui one day before World Cup?
Spain are reportedly considering sacking manager Julen Lopetegui just a day before the World Cup after the announcement that he will take over at Real Madrid.
Jun 13, 08:23
Lyon forward Nabil Fekir in action during his side's Europa League clash against Apollon Limassol on November 23, 2017
Liverpool 'could still sign Nabil Fekir'
Liverpool could reportedly still resurrect their hopes of signing Nabil Fekir from Lyon this summer if president Jean-Michel Aulas softens his stance.
Jun 13, 08:10
The Denmark squad line up before their friendly with Sweden on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Denmark
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews Denmark's chances as they return to the competition after missing out four years ago.
Jun 13, 08:00
The Australia team line up before their friendly with the Czech Republic on June 1, 2018
World Cup preview: Australia
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses Australia's chances as they appear in the competition for the fourth time in a row.
Jun 13, 07:30
The Iran team lines up ahead of their World Cup warm-up game against Turkey in May 2018
World Cup preview: Iran
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of an Iran side which was the only Asian nation to go through qualifying unbeaten.
Jun 13, 06:45
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 Morocco team lines up ahead of an international friendly with Ukraine in June 2018
World Cup preview: Morocco
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses Morocco's chances as they return to the tournament after a 20-year absence.
Jun 12, 18:04
Spain's squad lines up for their official 2018 World Cup photoshoot
World Cup preview: Spain
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole previews the chances of 2010 champions Spain as they look to bounce back from a group-stage exit four years ago.
Jun 12, 14:01
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
AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in action during his side's Europa League clash with Arsenal in March 2018
AC Milan 'considering Gianluigi Donnarumma, Alvaro Morata swap deal with Chelsea'
AC Milan are reportedly ready to offer goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma to Chelsea in a swap deal which would take Alvaro Morata in the opposite direction.
Jun 12, 09:31
Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling in action during a Premier League clash in May 2018
Raheem Sterling contract talks break down?
Contract talks between Manchester City and Raheem Sterling reportedly break down due to a disagreement over the player's wages.
Jun 12, 09:19
Marko Grujic in action for Cardiff City on March 6, 2018
Liverpool midfielder Marko Grujic 'wanted by Lazio'
Liverpool midfielder Marko Grujic reportedly emerges as a £5m transfer target for Serie A side Lazio.
Jun 12, 09:07
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