Buffon: Neymar’s WC disappointment could make him stronger

Neymar’s disappointment at the World Cup can fuel the Brazil star to ‘win everything’ at Paris Saint-Germain, according to new teammate Gianluigi Buffon.

England haven’t won anything yet – Young

Ashley Young insists there is no point in England celebrating setting up a World Cup semi-final against Croatia as they ‘haven’t won anything yet’.

Mbappe misses France training ahead of Belgium semi-final

France forward Kylian Mbappe did not take part in training on the eve of their World Cup semi-final against Belgium.

Wilshere signs for West Ham

West Ham have announced the signing of Jack Wilshere on a three-year contract after the England midfielder was released by Arsenal.

Martinez: De Bruyne deserves more recognition

Kevin De Bruyne’s World Cup performances are worthy of greater praise, according to Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez.

Modric would deserve Golden Ball – Mandzukic

Mario Mandzukic says Croatia teammate Luka Modric deserves to be a front-runner for Russia 2018’s Golden Ball.

Ronaldo to Juventus would be great, says Can

Cristiano Ronaldo has been heavily linked with a move to Juventus, much to the delight of the club’s new midfielder Emre Can.

Spain appoint Luis Enrique as Lopetegui successor

Luis Enrique has been appointed Spain’s new head coach following the pre-World Cup sacking of Julen Lopetegui, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has confirmed.

France vs Belgium: Pogba and De Bruyne confronted by Zidane’s path to greatness

For a dominant midfielder aiming to make their mark in the latter stages of an international tournament, Zinedine Zidane undisputably remains the benchmark in the modern era.

Rakitic is in career-best form – Dalic

Croatia midfielder Ivan Rakitic is in career-best form at the World Cup, according to coach Zlatko Dalic.