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FIFA World Cup 2018: VARs, superstars and everything that went unplanned in first week of tournament

This fan’s heart has mainly been won by smaller sides. Russia, Iran, Australia, Egypt and Morocco have seen varying levels of success, but they’ve been everything a fan could ask for: passionate, innovative and fun to watch.

David de Gea demands public apology from Spanish premier for comments on false sexual assault allegation against him

Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea has demanded a public apology from Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez over comments Sanchez made about de Gea prior to Euro 2016.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Group B clash between Portugal and Spain throws first heavyweight showdown of tournament

Reigning European champions Portugal will take on Iberian neighbours and well-fancied Spain in a mouthwatering Group B clash on just the second day of the World Cup.

Chelsea's Thibaut Courtois files for libel and defamation against former Belgium manager Marc Wilmots

Courtois announced that he would be taking action along with his father after comments made by Wilmots in an interview with a French television channel.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Raheem Sterling credits Pep Guardiola for transformation, eyes redemption at mega event

Sterling's last taste of a major international tournament was a bitter one, but the forthcoming World Cup has the potential to be a far more uplifting experience.

Jack Wilshere cautious about England's chances at 2018 FIFA World Cup; wants to sort Arsenal future before mega event

Wilshere is hoping to win his first cap in nearly two years in friendlies against the Netherlands and Italy after battling back to recover his place at Arsenal..

Europa League: AC Milan coach Gennaro Gattuso hails technically sound Jack Wilshere ahead of last-16 clash

Wilshere is yet to sign a new deal at Arsenal and manager Arsene Wenger suggested that any decision on the player's future rested with Wilshere.

Ruud Gullit believes Netherlands' failure to qualify for Euro 2016 and 2018 World Cup does not represent a crisis

On the sidelines of the Laureus Awards, Ruud Gullit discussed issues facing Netherlands national football team with Firstpost.

2018 FIFA World Cup: Zlatan Ibrahimovic hints at coming back from retirement to play for Sweden at tournament

Ibrahimovic has suffered from injuries over the last 12 months and retired from Sweden duty after Euro 2016.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russian president Vladimir Putin says country's image will depend on tournament's success

Vladimir Putin said that Russia, which is to host the championship for the first time, must hold it at the highest level and most importantly, ensure maximum security for players and fans.