World Cup flops: The most disappointing XI from Russia 2018

From a decorated Spanish defender to a Polish playmaker, via several Germans, these players arrived at the World Cup with high expectations – and failed to deliver.

The 5 worst World Cup Golden Ball choices and who should’ve won

Fifa’s official award for the World Cup’s best player has often raised eyebrows – including a three-year run of jinxing a player who’d go on to have a final to forget.

Bernabeu-ready Hazard shimmers brighter than bronze

So, what will Eden Hazard do next?

Highlights: Belgium vs England

An early Thomas Meunier goal and a late one from Eden Hazard saw Belgium beat England 2-0 to seal a third place finish at the World Cup.

England’s World Cup journey ends in defeat

Thomas Meunier and Eden Hazard combined to secure Belgium’s best performance at a World Cup as they edged England 2-0 in the third-place play-off in St Petersburg on Saturday.

How refugee Modric rose to rule Russia

Unthinkable as it now seems, Luka Modric had every reason to spend most of his career hating the World Cup.

Southgate’s England achieved more than I ever did – Gerrard

Steven Gerrard said England deserve ‘a hell of a reception’ when they return from the World Cup, admitting Gareth Southgate’s side have already achieved more than he did in 14 years as an international player.

Predictions: Yorke tips France to win World Cup

SuperSport analyst Dwight Yorke is putting his neck on the line and predicting a France victory in Sunday’s World Cup final.

Germany will come back stronger – Lahm

Former captain Philipp Lahm is confident Germany can bounce back from their early World Cup elimination in Russia.

De Bruyne does not understand Sterling criticism

Belgium playmaker Kevin De Bruyne hopes Raheem Sterling is acknowledged appropriately for his performances at the World Cup.