De Gea makes rare error in pre-World Cup friendly

Spain’s two-year unbeaten run under coach Julen Lopetegui continued with a 1-1 draw against Switzerland in Villarreal on Sunday.

Neymar fires Brazil to victory over Croatia

In his first appearance since February 25, Neymar scored a superb goal to help Brazil  defeated Croatia 2-0 at Anfield on Sunday.

Rivals believe England are big threat at World Cup – Kane

England captain and striker Harry Kane insisted Gareth Southgate’s men can cause problems at the World Cup.

LaLiga strength a boost for Spain – Lopetegui

Trophies for Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid could see Spain players in a buoyant mood in Russia.

Martinez worried about Kompany injury

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez is waiting for news on an injury sustained by Vincent Kompany during a friendly draw with Portugal.

Jesus will support Fred even if he joins United

Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus says he will continue to support Brazil teammate Fred, even if the midfielder decides to move to Manchester United.

Neymar to feature against Croatia, confirms Tite

Neymar will play some part in Brazil’s pre-World Cup friendly against Croatia on Sunday, head coach Tite has confirmed.

Nigeria test proved useful – Southgate

Gareth Southgate was pleased to see England challenged ahead of the World Cup after Nigeria produced a much-improved second-half showing at Wembley.

Germany fall to unlikely defeat to Austria

Manuel Neuer made his long-awaited comeback as Germany slipped to a surprise 2-1 pre-World Cup friendly defeat to Austria.

Belgium hold Portugal to dull draw

Vincent Kompany was replaced with an apparent injury as Belgium and Portugal continued their World Cup preparations with a low-key 0-0 draw in Brussels.