How Philippe Coutinho became the critical piece in Tite’s jigsaw
Neymar gets the headlines, but Philippe Coutinho is the player Brazil can’t be without.
Layun questions Neymar antics
Neymar would be a better player ‘if he dedicated himself more to playing football’, according to Mexico’s Miguel Layun.
Neymar succeeds where Messi and Ronaldo failed
After Russia 2018 was shorn of two of its greatest stars on Saturday, Neymar ensured he would not be joining the exodus of headline... Read more
Belgium break golden shackles to preserve date with destiny
Belgium survived Japan’s sucker punch and reminded themselves of what they are capable of ahead of a showdown with Brazil at the World Cup.
Brazil vs Neymar: How a superstar lost the love of his country
Neymar may be Brazil’s leading man at this World Cup, but a war is brewing between the country and its star striker.
Fred can help Pogba shine, says Gilberto Silva
New Manchester United midfielder Fred can help Paul Pogba flourish at Old Trafford, according to former Brazil international Gilberto Silva.
Osorio promises Mexico will attack Brazil
Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio described Brazil as ‘the best team in the world’ but insisted his side would not step back in Samara... Read more
The gap is getting smaller
One thing that has become apparent in this World Cup is that no one is guaranteed a win. The gap between the best and... Read more
Highlights: World Cup group stage wrap
FourFourTwo takes a look back every match played during the Group Stages of the World Cup as the tournament head into the Round of... Read more
Messi, Neymar headline WC Team of the Round
FourFourTwoSA selects the World Cup team of round three as Lionel Messi and Neymar finally make their mark, writes DEAN WORKMAN.