Mbappe will get even better – Deschamps

France coach Didier Deschamps has backed Kylian Mbappe to get even better after his impressive display against Argentina at the World Cup.

Brazil vs Belgium: Martinez’s desire for ‘power’ good news for Fellaini

Roberto Martinez has given Brazil a huge indication as to how Belgium will approach their World Cup quarter-final on Friday, acknowledging a need for ‘power’ which could result in Marouane Fellaini starting.

Danilo out of World Cup due to ankle injury

Brazil defender Danilo has been ruled out for the rest of the World Cup due to an ankle injury.

World Cup 2018: A guide to quarter-finals

Just eight teams remain at the World Cup, and few would have predicted that so many big names would be missing from the quarter-finals in Russia.

Mosimane: Downs want Tau to secure dream European move

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed that the club want to secure a move to the Premier League for star man Percy Tau.

Sweden vs England: Stones still dreaming as Three Lions aim to make a nation proud

John Stones continues to dream of World Cup glory but knows Sweden present a formidable challenge for England in Saturday’s quarter-final in Samara.

Mendes drops huge hint over Ronaldo future

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent says that if he does leave Real Madrid, it will be for a ‘new stage and challenge’.

Hazard makes football beautiful, swoons Martinez

Roberto Martinez lauded Belgium star Eden Hazard as a player who makes football ‘a beautiful sport’ and applauded his influence as captain.

Neymar isn’t an actor – Lukaku backs Brazil to be the best

Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku defended Brazil star Neymar from accusations of being an ‘actor’ on the pitch and backed him to become the best player in the world ahead of their meeting on Friday.

Cavani trains, Tabarez refuses to reveal quarter-final lineup

Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez refused to state whether Edinson Cavani will start Friday’s World Cup quarter-final against France.