We have Cristiano Ronaldo back! – Pepe warns Switzerland
Portugal defender Pepe has warned Switzerland that Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier will be “completely different” with Cristiano Ronaldo back in the side.
Iceland become smallest nation to qualify for World Cup
Iceland will be hoping for a repeat of their Euro 2016 campaign after they booked their spot in Russia next year against the odds.
McClean breaks Welsh hearts
James McClean was the hero as the Republic of Ireland secured a tense 1-0 victory over Wales in a shoot-out for a World Cup play-off... Read more
Mustafi faces long spell out with hamstring injury
Joachim Low revealed Shkodran Mustafi tore his thigh muscle in Germany’s comprehensive 5-1 World Cup qualifying win over Azerbaijan on Sunday.
Italy great Pirlo to retire from football
Italy great Andrea Pirlo has confirmed he will retire from football when his New York City contract expires in December.
Neymar wants Barcelona kicked out of UCL
Brazil star Neymar has called on Uefa to expel Barcelona from the Champions League in a dispute over an outstanding loyalty payment.
Rooney should be loved like Totti – Eriksson
Wayne Rooney deserved to be loved by England the way Francesco Totti was in Italy, according to Sven-Goran Eriksson.
Drogba hails Salah after leading Egypt to first WC since 1990
Didier Drogba lauded former teammate Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool and Egypt star guided his country to the World Cup for the first time... Read more
Tabarez defends Messi as Argentina threaten to miss WC
Oscar Tabarez does not believe failure to qualify for the World Cup would leave a stain on Lionel Messi’s illustrious career. The Uruguay boss... Read more
Our World Cup chances are over – Robben
Arjen Robben gave a frank assessment of Netherlands’ chances of overhauling Sweden, describing a seven-goal win as impossible.