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Xhaka Signs New Long-Term Contract With Arsenal

Xhaka Signs New Long-Term Contract With Arsenal

Switzerland midfielder Granit Xhaka signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal, the London club said on their official website on Friday. 16 Jun 2018
Gabriel Jesus hails Brazil's 'perfect defence'

Gabriel Jesus hails Brazil's 'perfect defence'

Manchester City and Brazil forward Gabriel Jesus said Friday that Brazil had a "balanced" World Cup squad courtesy of their "perfect defence." 15 Jun 2018
Over 10,000 Foreign Fans to Come to Samara for Costa Rica v Serbia

Over 10,000 Foreign Fans to Come to Samara for Costa Rica v Serbia

More than 10,000 foreign fans will travel to the Russian city of Samara for the 2018 FIFA World Cup match between Costa Rica and Serbia, acting Deputy Governor of the Samara Region Alexander Fetisov said Wednesday. 13 Jun 2018
World Cup Group E form guide

World Cup Group E form guide

It's only one nail-biting day till the world begins a show stopping party for the ages. Group E's Brazil. Serbia, Costa Rica and Switzerland have had time to get their juices flowing with training camps and international friendlies. So how does their form stack up on the eve of the World Cup? 13 Jun 2018
Serbia defender Rukavina says team's base in Svetlogorsk was right choice

Serbia defender Rukavina says team's base in Svetlogorsk was right choice

KALININGRAD, June 12 (Sputnik) - Serbia Defender Antonio Rukavina said Monday that his country made the right choice to be based in the Baltic Sea resort of Svetlogorsk. 13 Jun 2018
Brazil Goalkeeper Becker praises team facilities at Sochi

Brazil Goalkeeper Becker praises team facilities at Sochi

Brazil's players, who arrived in Russia on Monday ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, have immediately taken to their new surroundings in Sochi, goalkeeper Alisson Becker said Tuesday. 13 Jun 2018
Alisson on Brazil's World Cup dream

Alisson on Brazil's World Cup dream

Brazil are dreaming of becoming world champions for a sixth time, goalkeeper Alisson Becker told a press conference on Tuesday. 13 Jun 2018
Costa Rica Land in Russia Ahead of 2018 FIFA World Cup

Costa Rica Land in Russia Ahead of 2018 FIFA World Cup

MOSCOW, June 12 (Sputnik) - The Costa Rica football team have landed in Russia ahead of the FIFA World Cup, the official tourist website for the FIFA World Cup said on Tuesday via Twitter. 13 Jun 2018
Preview: World Cup Group E

Preview: World Cup Group E

The world's most spectacular show is only a matter of hours away! Group E's Brazil, Switzerland, Serbia and Costa Rica are set to be some of the most exciting teams in Russia and FourFourTwo Australia has all the info you need as you follow arguably the World Cup's most intriguing group. 12 Jun 2018
Belgium pummels Costa Rica 4-1 in WC warm-up

Belgium pummels Costa Rica 4-1 in WC warm-up

Costa Rica suffered a 4-1 defeat at the hands of Belgium in a friendly match at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels on Monday ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. 12 Jun 2018
Serbia arrive in Russia ahead of World Cup

Serbia arrive in Russia ahead of World Cup

The Serbian national football team has arrived in Russia's western exclave of the Kaliningrad Region, where they will be based during this summer's FIFA World Cup, Serbia team reporter Sonja Nikcevic said via Twitter Monday. 11 Jun 2018
Brazil arrive in Russia ahead of World Cup

Brazil arrive in Russia ahead of World Cup

Brazil national football team arrived in Russia early on Monday ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, the team’s press service said. 11 Jun 2018
The Road to Russia - Brazil fan chat

The Road to Russia - Brazil fan chat

Adrian Deans is slowly making his way to Russia. Along the way he is testing the mood of fans from some of the participating countries and the next instalment is Brazil – one of the tournament favourites. Adrian had a chance encounter with Paolo and Dominique from Goiania, who were surprisingly downbeat about their country’s chances. 11 Jun 2018
Brazil defeat Austria 3-0 in World Cup warm-up

Brazil defeat Austria 3-0 in World Cup warm-up

World Cup-bound Brazil defeated Austria 3-0 in their final warm-up match ahead of this summer's tournament on Sunday. 11 Jun 2018
Extreme stats: The youngest team, warmest city... and longest national anthem

Extreme stats: The youngest team, warmest city... and longest national anthem

The players are picked, the cities are ready and the teams and fans are beginning to arrive in Russia for the greatest show on Earth. 9 Jun 2018
Five danger men from Group E

Five danger men from Group E

Every nation has their danger man. Brazil, Costa Rica, Serbia and Switzerland are no different. They're the ultimate game changers, fan favourites and showstoppers. Here are five danger men that you should look out for in Group E 8 Jun 2018