Belgium break golden shackles to preserve date with destiny

Belgium survived Japan’s sucker punch and reminded themselves of what they are capable of ahead of a showdown with Brazil at the World Cup.

Belgium substitutes make World Cup history

Nacer Chadli and Marouane Fellaini made World Cup history as Belgium came from two down to beat Japan and move into the quarter-finals.

Watch: Belgium complete comeback against Japan

Nacer Chadli’s 94th-minute winner completed a sensational comeback as Belgium beat Japan 3-2 to book a World Cup quarter-final against Brazil.

Aguero ignores Argentina coach Sampaoli in thank you message

Sergio Aguero has omitted the Argentina management staff from a thank you message posted on Instagram on Monday.

Belgium complete historic comeback against Japan

Substitute Nacer Chadli scored with the last kick of the game as Belgium came from two-goals down to defeat Japan 3-2 and set up a quarter-final tie with Brazil.

Brazil vs Neymar: How a superstar lost the love of his country

Neymar may be Brazil’s leading man at this World Cup, but a war is brewing between the country and its star striker.

Fred can help Pogba shine, says Gilberto Silva

New Manchester United midfielder Fred can help Paul Pogba flourish at Old Trafford, according to former Brazil international Gilberto Silva.

Now LA has a God and a king – Zlatan welcomes LeBron

Galaxy star Zlatan Ibrahimovic welcomed LeBron James to Los Angeles, saying the city now had a king to go with a God.

Emotional Ronaldo thanks Portugal fans amid future speculation

Cristiano Ronaldo has thanked Portugal fans for their support at the World Cup, but is yet to confirm whether he will play on for his country.

Salah deal a statement from Liverpool, says Klopp

Mohamed Salah’s new contract speaks ‘very loudly’ about Liverpool’s ambitions for the future, according to German coach Jurgen Klopp.