Deschamps eschews artistry in pursuit of greatest prize
There was a pleasing reassurance to be had in St Petersburg around mid-morning on Tuesday.
Highlights: France vs Belgium
France sealed a spot in the World Cup final after beating Belgium 1-0 in their semi-final clash on Tuesday evening.
France edge Belgium to reach WC final
Samuel Umtiti was the unlikely hero as France reached the World Cup final for the third time in 20 years courtesy of a 1-0... Read more
Hazard: Playing for Real Madrid is everyone’s dream
Ahead of Belgium’s World Cup semi-final with France, Chelsea’s Eden Hazard has again suggested he wants to move to Real Madrid.
Buffon: Neymar’s WC disappointment could make him stronger
Neymar’s disappointment at the World Cup can fuel the Brazil star to ‘win everything’ at Paris Saint-Germain, according to new teammate Gianluigi Buffon.
Mbappe misses France training ahead of Belgium semi-final
France forward Kylian Mbappe did not take part in training on the eve of their World Cup semi-final against Belgium.
Martinez: De Bruyne deserves more recognition
Kevin De Bruyne’s World Cup performances are worthy of greater praise, according to Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez.
France vs Belgium: Pogba and De Bruyne confronted by Zidane’s path to greatness
For a dominant midfielder aiming to make their mark in the latter stages of an international tournament, Zinedine Zidane undisputably remains the benchmark in... Read more
Vermaelen wary of Mbappe threat
Thomas Vermaelen picked out Kylian Mbappe as the major threat to Belgium’s chances of making their first appearance at a World Cup final, saying... Read more
Lukaku, Hazard, De Bruyne in Team of the Quarter-Finals
FourFourTwoSA selects the World Cup team of the quarter-finals as Belgium stars Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard and Kevin De Bruyne steal the show, writes... Read more