Argentina's Lionel Messi during the match against Croatia on June 21, 2018
Javier Mascherano: 'Lionel Messi desperate for good performance'
Argentina defender Javier Mascherano says that fellow countryman Lionel Messi is "desperate" to put in a good performance at the World Cup.
Jun 25, 11:57
Ki Sung-yeung in action for Swansea City during an FA Cup clash with Hull City in January 2017
Ki Sung-yeung ruled out of Germany clash
South Korea midfielder Ki Sung-yeung is ruled out of his side's final Group F game against Germany on Wednesday.
Jun 25, 11:44
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Eoin Morgan: 'Jos Buttler was outstanding'
England one-day captain Eoin Morgan praises Jos Buttler for his "outstanding" performance in Sunday's final ODI against Australia at Old Trafford.
Jun 25, 11:32
England midfielder Jordan Henderson in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Jordan Henderson: 'England want to keep up momentum'
England midfielder Jordan Henderson says that the Three Lions want to keep up their momentum following the 6-1 win over Panama on Sunday.
Jun 25, 11:20
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring the opening goal during his side's World Cup Group B clash against Morocco on June 20, 2018
Carlos Queiroz: 'Cristiano Ronaldo is part of Portugal magic formula'
Iran boss Carlos Queiroz praises Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo for being part of his side's "magic formula" to win the World Cup.
Jun 25, 11:11
Germany manager Joachim Low on March 27, 2018
Joachim Low: 'Germany still need Mesut Ozil'
Germany coach Joachim Low insists that the world champions need Mesut Ozil if they are to progress through the World Cup.
Jun 25, 10:58
Sergio Aguero misses a penalty during the World Cup group game between Argentina and Iceland on June 16, 2018
Sergio Aguero to be dropped against Nigeria?
Argentina striker Sergio Aguero will reportedly be dropped for his side's game against Nigeria on Tuesday.
Jun 25, 10:46
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic pictured on May 11, 2018
Slavisa Jokanovic 'wants to re-sign Fulham loan stars'
Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic is reportedly planning to re-sign the loan players that helped push the Cottagers to a Premier League return last season.
Jun 25, 10:33
Diego Costa nabs the second equaliser during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018
Diego Costa hopeful of more World Cup goals
Spain striker Diego Costa says that he hopes to add to his goal tally at the World Cup and help his side progress through the tournament.
Jun 25, 10:20
Yerry Mina in action for Barcelona on February 11, 2018
Real Betis 'to beat Liverpool to Yerry Mina'
Real Betis are allegedly the frontrunners to sign defender Yerry Mina from Barcelona.
Jun 25, 10:10
Marco Silva is unveiled as the new Everton manager on June 4, 2018
Marco Silva plotting Everton clearout?
Marco Silva will reportedly sell four of his first-team players as the Everton boss begins a clearout of his squad.
Jun 25, 10:00
Manchester United winger Anthony Martial in action during a Premier League clash with Stoke City in January 2018
Anthony Martial 'in advanced talks with Juventus'
Manchester United winger Anthony Martial is reportedly in talks to sign for Juventus.
Jun 25, 09:49
Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Eden Hazard 'offered to Real Madrid'
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard is allegedly offered to Real Madrid by father Thierry.
Jun 25, 09:39
Harry Maguire in action for England on June 7, 2018
Harry Maguire: 'Discipline will be key against Panama'
England defender Harry Maguire highlights the importance of his side's discipline in their match against Panama on Sunday afternoon.
Jun 23, 11:29
Tunisia manager Nabil Maaloul on June 1, 2018
Nabil Maaloul: 'Tunisia have to win'
Tunisia boss Nabil Maaloul admits that his side have "no choice" but to win against Belgium on Saturday.
Jun 23, 11:17
Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Team News: Belgium unchanged against Tunisia
Belgium coach Roberto Martinez selects the same side against Tunisia which beat Panama 3-0 on Monday evening.
Jun 23, 10:53
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli in action during the Premier League clash with Watford on May 9, 2018
Dele Alli returns to England training
England midfielder Dele Alli returns to training after recovering from a thigh injury.
Jun 23, 10:42
Ilkay Gundogan in action for Germany on June 8, 2018
Ilkay Gundogan 'to sign new Manchester City deal'
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan will reportedly sign a new deal with the club.
Jun 23, 10:31
Emil Forsberg in action for Sweden on November 13, 2017
Emil Forsberg hints at RB Leipzig exit
RB Leipzig midfielder Emil Forsberg suggests that he could leave the club in the summer transfer window.
Jun 23, 10:20
Matteo Darmian in action for Manchester United in January 2017
Matteo Darmian 'unlikely to move to Juventus'
Manchester United full-back Matteo Darmian is now unlikely to move back to Serie A, according to a report.
Jun 23, 10:10
Tom Cairney celebrates scoring the winner for Fulham during their Championship playoff final with Aston Villa on May 26, 2018
Fulham 'turn down West Ham United's £20m bid for Tom Cairney'
Fulham allegedly reject a £20m bid from West Ham United for midfielder Tom Cairney.
Jun 22, 12:30
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Leeds United contact Derby County about Matej Vydra?
Leeds United reportedly contact Derby County about the availability of striker Matej Vydra.
Jun 22, 12:14
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Eoin Morgan: 'England have found a new gear'
England ODI captain Eoin Morgan praises his side for finding a "new gear" following their fourth successive one-day international victory over Australia.
Jun 22, 12:01
John Stones during an England training session on June 13, 2018
John Stones: 'England want to progress on Sunday'
England defender John Stones says that the Three Lions are determined to progress to the knockout stages of the World Cup this weekend.
Jun 22, 11:48
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Norwich City considering Jordan Rhodes swoop?
Norwich City are reportedly interested in signing Sheffield Wednesday striker Jordan Rhodes.
Jun 22, 11:38
Switzerland manager Vladimir Petkovic on November 12, 2017
Vladimir Petkovic: 'Switzerland settled at World Cup'
Switzerland coach Vladimir Petkovic says that his side have settled into the World Cup in Russia after their 1-1 draw with Brazil.
Jun 22, 11:23
Serbia's players celebrate scoring in the international friendly against Bolivia on June 9, 2018
Nemanja Matic: 'Switzerland are a very good team'
Serbia midfielder Nemanja Matic says that his side "must respect" Switzerland ahead of the clash between the teams on Friday evening.
Jun 22, 11:12
Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar in action during the World Cup warm-up match against Croatia at Anfield on June 3, 2018
Team News: One change for Brazil against Costa Rica
Brazil defender Danilo makes way for Fagner as Tite makes one change for his side's Group E clash with Costa Rica.
Jun 22, 10:46
Kyle Walker at the England media day on June 5, 2018
Kyle Walker: 'Raheem Sterling is frightening to play against'
England full-back Kyle Walker says that Manchester City teammate Raheem Sterling is "frightening" to play against.
Jun 22, 10:32
Trent Alexander-Arnold in action for England on June 7, 2018
Trent Alexander-Arnold: 'England must be more clinical'
England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold insists that the Three Lions must be more clinical if they are to progress deep into the World Cup.
Jun 22, 10:23
Mousa Dembele in action for Tottenham Hotspur on April 30, 2018
Mousa Dembele coy on Tottenham Hotspur exit talk
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Mousa Dembele refuses to reveal whether he will be at the club ahead of the new season.
Jun 22, 10:14
Maurizio Sarri in charge of Napoli on May 6, 2018
Maurizio Sarri 'wants Napoli quartet at Chelsea'
Maurizio Sarri is reportedly planning to bring four Napoli players to Chelsea, should the coach sign as the Blues' new boss.
Jun 22, 10:03
Croatia's Luka Modric celebrates with Sime Vrsaljko after scoring their second goal against Argentina on June 21, 2018
Luka Modric: 'Croatia must stay focused'
Croatia captain Luka Modric insists that his side must remain focused after reaching the World Cup knockout stages with a 3-0 defeat of Argentina.
Jun 22, 09:51
Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli on May 30, 2018
Jorge Sampaoli: 'I cost Argentina victory'
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli takes responsibility for his side's 3-0 defeat to Croatia, saying that the result was down to his tactical decisions.
Jun 22, 09:40
Victor Lindelof in action for Manchester United on December 30, 2017
Victor Lindelof 'cried after missing Sweden World Cup opener'
Sweden defender Victor Lindelof reportedly cries after missing his side's opening World Cup game against South Korea.
Jun 20, 12:30
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Birmingham City, Aston Villa to battle for Sheyi Ojo?
Birmingham City and Aston Villa will reportedly go head to head in a battle to sign Liverpool youngster Sheyi Ojo.
Jun 20, 12:18
Harry Maguire in action for England on June 7, 2018
Harry Maguire: 'England don't fear anyone'
England defender Harry Maguire insists that the Three Lions will fear "no-one" at the World Cup in Russia.
Jun 20, 12:07
Mateo Kovacic celebrates after winning the Champions League final with Real Madrid on May 26, 2018
Mateo Kovacic 'asks to leave Real Madrid'
Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic reportedly tells the club that he wants to depart the Spanish capital.
Jun 20, 11:57
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Huddersfield Town announce signing of Juninho Bacuna
Huddersfield Town announce the signing of midfielder Juninho Bacuna from FC Groningen.
Jun 20, 11:38
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on March 31, 2018
Liverpool 'enter Jack Grealish race'
Liverpool reportedly enter the race to sign Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish.
Jun 20, 11:35
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