Griezmann is ‘the boss’, says Mbappe
France star Antoine Griezmann has shown he is “the boss” since Euro 2016, according to teammate Kylian Mbappe.
Martial wants to leave United – agent
The agent of French international Anthony Martial claims the France international has made up his mind to leave Premier League side Manchester United.
Mbappe feeling ‘100%’
Kylian Mbappe insisted he was feeling no ill-effects from his injury scare while acknowledging that the likes of Antoine Griezmann, Ousmane Dembele and himself will have to be clinical if they are to propel France to World Cup glory.
Portugal vs Spain: Silva still wary despite Lopetegui departure
Portugal playmaker Bernardo Silva remains wary of Spain despite a day of high farce that has threatened to end the 2010 world champions’ campaign before it has even begun.
Lewandowski looking to make World Cup impact
Polish striker Robert Lewandowski warned he is feeling fresh and is looking to make an impact for Poland at the 2018 Fifa World Cup.
Spain need spirit to survive Lopetegui chaos – Ramos
With Spain having sacked coach Julen Lopetegui on the eve of the tournament, they are staring at a second nightmare Fifa World Cup in a row.
Unbeaten and goal-hungry – have Spain made a mistake sacking Lopetegui?
Spain caused what could be the biggest shock of the 2018 World Cup on Wednesday, a full 24 hours before the tournament even gets underway.
Hierro to replace Lopetegui as Spain manager
The Spanish FA have confirmed that Fernando Hierro will take charge of Spain for the duration of the World Cup following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui.
Spain sack Lopetegui after Madrid announcement
One day after being named Real Madrid’s new coach, Julen Lopetegui has been sacked by the Spanish FA just a day before the start of the World Cup.
Russia v Saudi Arabia: Pressure on hosts in World Cup opener
Russia are the lowest-ranked team at the World Cup and yet, come Thursday’s opener, they will be expected to provide a nation-lifting performance against Saudi Arabia.