Japan beat ten-men Colombia
Carlos Sanchez was shown the second-fastest red card in World Cup history as Colombia slipped to a 2-1 defeat in their World Cup opener against Japan in Mordovia.
Alli to have scan on thigh knock
England midfielder Dele Alli will undergo a precautionary scan after sustaining a thigh injury during England’s 2-1 World Cup Group G win over Tunisia.
Germany should drop Ozil – Effenberg
Mesut Ozil should be benched for Germany’s second World Cup group game against Sweden, according to Stefan Effenberg.
Five things to expect from matchday two at World Cup
Matchday one at the 2018 Fifa World Cup served up some entertainment of the highest order and fans across the globe can certainly expect it to continue as we head into matchday two, writes DEAN WORKMAN.
Hazard: I can do better
Eden Hazard joked his best will come later in the World Cup after his important role in Belgium’s 3-0 win over Panama on Monday.
Southgate: Kane has moved every barrier
Gareth Southgate has lauded star striker Harry Kane after his two goals gave England a 2-1 win over Tunisia.
Kane disappointed by refereeing decisions
Harry Kane was left disappointed as penalty decisions in both boxes went against England during a 2-1 World Cup defeat of Tunisia.
Nine players who’ve been far better for their country than clubs
How can you shine at World Cups yet look hapless at QPR? FourFourTwo profiles the men who’ve starred at international level, but underperformed through their club careers.
World Cup, day five: the things you might have missed
England leave it late – oh, so late – but got what they deserve against Tunisia, after Belgium spanked Panama and Sweden got off to a winning start.
England players had flies in our mouths – Kane
England captain and match-winner Harry Kane revealed that the team had more to deal with than just aggressive Tunisia defending on Monday.