World Cup 2014: Russia preview – Shatov to shine; weather a big problem
Russia face a battle to get out of an even group involving Belgium, South Korea and Algeria. The perception Russia are a solid, dedicated side…
FIFA World Cup 2026 Archives: 06/2014
Prandelli: Luxembourg draw not a failure
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli insists that drawing with Luxembourg in last night’s friendly wasn’t a failure for the Azzurri. The Italian press are up in…
The four Manchester United players who could leave after the World Cup
We take a look at the Manchester United players who can use the World Cup as a showcase to force a move away from Old…
Chiellini: Italy will be ready for England
Italy slumped to an embarrassing 1-1 draw with Luxembourg in Perugia, but defender Giorgio Chiellini isn’t too concerned. The Italian players should probably not read…
Italy player ratings: Marchisio offers silver lining
There weren’t too many bright sides to Italy’s embarrassing draw with Luxembourg, but Marco Verratti and Claudio Marchisio played fairly well. Italy were looking to…
Possible England World Cup XI after Ecuador draw – Barkley and Ox in
After the 2-2 draw with Ecuador in Miami, we consider what England manager Roy Hodgson might go with in the opening game with Italy. England’s…
England fans react on Twitter to Arsenal’s Jack Wilshere’s performance v Ecuador
Arsenal midfielder picked up a start for England against Ecuador in Miami, but did he do enough to earn a starting place for the World…
PSG star comments on Luis Suarez’s ‘dream’
Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani says that he and his Uruguay international teammate Luis Suarez are determined to win the World Cup. Edinson Cavani and…
Chelsea target Diego Costa wants to emulate ‘unique’ legend
Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa says that he wants to lead Spain to World Cup success by winning the Golden Boot award. Towards the end…
Is this why Manchester City striker could join Barcelona?
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says that he has a great relationship with his Argentina international teammate Sergio Aguero. Sergio Aguero is a world-class striker and…
