Freddie Shires Archives: 06/2014

With Sergio Aguero having been ruled out of Argentina’s last-16 clash with Switzerland due to injury, teammate Gonzalo Higuain says that the side are praying…

New Manchester City full-back Bacary Sagna has defended France teammate Paul Pogba from criticism of his World Cup displays. France full-back Bacary Sagna has moved…

Brazil’s Fernandinho believes that his move to Manchester City last June was key to winning him his World Cup spot this summer. Manchester City midfielder…

Barcelona forward Alexis Sanchez is entirely confident his Chile side will beat Brazil in their World Cup last 16 clash on Saturday. Chile forward Alexis…

Chelsea winger Willian believes the World Cup is yet to see the best of Brazil teammate Neymar, as the side prepare for their last 16…

Belgium manager Marc Wilmots believes Romelu Lukaku’s World Cup failings are down to the Chelsea striker putting too much pressure on himself. #450709004 / gettyimages.com…

Germany and Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil has pointed to a lack of effort from England after their early World Cup exit. Germany midfielder Mesut Ozil…

Uruguay captain Diego Lugano believes his side have been unfairly targeted after Liverpool striker’s Luis Suarez ‘bite’ incident. Uruguay captain Diego Lugano has accused the…

Did Italy contribute to their own World Cup downfall by leaving Fiorentina striker Giuseppe Rossi at home? As fans and media alike shortly begin the…

Brazil goalkeeper Julio Cesar has credited former Queens Park Rangers teammate Ryan Nelsen with helping him secure his place at the World Cup. Brazil’s first-choice…