Confederations Cup

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia in a rush to change troublesome pitch at Saint Petersburg Stadium

Regional politician Igor Albine said the change was necessary to deliver a pitch that could "withstand all challenges" during the World Cup.

FIFA Confederations Cup may be replaced with new world club competition, says president Gianni Infantino

FIFA Confederations Cup is held in the year before a World Cup and features the respective national team champions of each continent.

UEFA Super Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo included in Real Madrid squad for clash against Manchester United

Cristiano Ronaldo could feature against his former club Manchester United in Tuesday's UEFA Super Cup after being included in the Real Madrid squad

Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge in all favour of Video Assistant Referee

Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge on Tuesday fully backed the video assistant referee (VAR) system in future football games, including the World Cup and European Champions League.

Premier League: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists Alexis Sanchez will be staying at the club

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger on Tuesday insisted that unsettled striker Alexis Sanchez is going nowhere, saying he expected him to honour his contract and potentially sign an extension.

Confederations Cup 2017: Journalists assess their country's performance and Russia's hosting capabilities

With Germany emerging victorious at the conclusion of the Confederations Cup, Firstpost asked a journalist from each participating country to assess their team's performance. Here's what they said:

Confederations Cup 2017: Germany's clinical win over Mexico showcased depth of their talent pool

Germany were at their best in their semi-final, matching simple execution with a frightening directness, exalting all the fine traits of the modern game.

Confederations Cup 2017: Germany coach Joachim Loew says his youthful side can beat Chile to claim trophy

Joachim Loew hailed Germany's "brilliant" 4-1 win over Mexico in the Confederations Cup semi-final and said his youthful squad are ambitious enough to beat Chile in the final.

Cristiano Ronaldo confirms birth of twins, posts adorable picture with 'two new loves of his life'

Cristiano Ronaldo has posted a heartwarming picture of his new twins after they were born via a surrogate mother before the start of the Confederations Cup.

Confederations Cup 2017: Leon Goretzka drives Germany past Mexico into final with rapid-fire brace

Germany booked their place in the Confederations Cup final as Leon Goretzka scored twice in a devastating opening spell to Thursday's 4-1 semi-final win over Mexico.