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Leckie and Kruse among the World Cup's fastest players

Leckie and Kruse among the World Cup's fastest players

The Socceroos' stay in Russia may not have lasted long, but there was no faulting the application of Bert van Marwijk's charges. 10 Jul 2018
Around 14 million Russians watched Croatia v Russia on TV

Around 14 million Russians watched Croatia v Russia on TV

Nearly 14 millions Russians watched the World Cup quarter-final match between Russia and Croatia, broadcast live on Russia's Channel One, a survey revealed Monday. 10 Jul 2018
FIFA fines former Croatia coaching assistant Vukojevic $15,000 for unsporting behaviour

FIFA fines former Croatia coaching assistant Vukojevic $15,000 for unsporting behaviour

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has taken a decision to fine former Croatia player Ognjen Vukojevic 15,000 Swiss francs (about AUS$20,250) for his unsporting behaviour following the World Cup quarter-final encounter with hosts Russia. 10 Jul 2018
LOC Chairman Says Took Into Account Croatian Football Federation's Decision on Vukojevic

LOC Chairman Says Took Into Account Croatian Football Federation's Decision on Vukojevic

MOSCOW, July 9 (Sputnik) - Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Arkady Dvorkovich said on Monday that the Croatian Football Federation's (HNS) decision to suspended coaching assistant Ognjen Vukojevic from his duties at the tournament had been taken into account. 10 Jul 2018
Three Croatia players miss training ahead of England semi-final

Three Croatia players miss training ahead of England semi-final

Croatia goalkeeper Danijel Subasic, as well as defenders Dejan Lovren and Sime Vrsaljko missed Monday's training session ahead of the semi-final match against England. 10 Jul 2018
Almost 30% of Russians Consider France Favorites to Win FIFA World Cup - Poll

Almost 30% of Russians Consider France Favorites to Win FIFA World Cup - Poll

MOSCOW, July 9 (Sputnik) - Almost 30 percent of Russians consider France the favorites to win the 2018 FIFA World Cup, a poll by Mediascope research company revealed Monday. 10 Jul 2018
Ex-Germany Forward Kuranyi Hopes Croatia Can Win World Cup

Ex-Germany Forward Kuranyi Hopes Croatia Can Win World Cup

MOSCOW, July 9 (Sputnik) - Former Dynamo Moscow and Germany forward Kevin Kuranyi said on Monday that he hoped Croatia could win this year’s World Cup. 10 Jul 2018
UK Foreign Office Advises World Cup Fans Visiting Russia to Remain 'Vigilant'

UK Foreign Office Advises World Cup Fans Visiting Russia to Remain 'Vigilant'

MOSCOW, July 9 (Sputnik) - The UK Foreign Office published on Monday the formal advice to the citizens traveling to Russia for England's semi-final match against Croatia, urging the fans to remain "vigilant" due to political tensions between the United Kingdom and Russia. 10 Jul 2018
No Plans to Shift Men's Final at Wimbledon to Avoid Clash With FIFA World Cup Finale

No Plans to Shift Men's Final at Wimbledon to Avoid Clash With FIFA World Cup Finale

LONDON, July 9 (Sputnik) - The Wimbledon men's final will not be moved to a different time even if the match coincides with the 2018 FIFA World Cup final, where England could play should they beat Croatia on Wednesday, Chief Executive of the All England Tennis Club Richard Lewis said on Monday. 10 Jul 2018
Around 14 million Russians watched their quarter-final defeat on TV

Around 14 million Russians watched their quarter-final defeat on TV

Nearly 14 millions Russians watched their national team's World Cup quarter-final against Croatia, broadcast live on Russia's Channel One, a survey has revealed. 9 Jul 2018
Ukrainian star offers support to Russia striker Smolov

Ukrainian star offers support to Russia striker Smolov

Ukrainian forward Yevgen Seleznyov has offered words of support to Russia's Fedor Smolov after the host nation's elimination from the World Cup. 9 Jul 2018
Head Coach Dalic Says Few People Expected to See Croatia in World Cup Semi-Finals

Head Coach Dalic Says Few People Expected to See Croatia in World Cup Semi-Finals

MOSCOW, July 8 (Sputnik) - Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic said on Sunday that not many people expected to see his team in the 2018 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. 9 Jul 2018
Croatia Defender Vida Says Happy to Speak Russian, Enjoys Russian Hospitality at World Cup

Croatia Defender Vida Says Happy to Speak Russian, Enjoys Russian Hospitality at World Cup

MOSCOW, July 8 (Sputnik) - Croatia defender Domagoj Vida said Sunday that he was glad to speak Russian and that he was enjoying the Russian hospitality at the 2018 FIFA World Cup and did not mean to offend anyone with his statements. 9 Jul 2018
Croatia respect England team but not afraid of them - Head Coach Dalic

Croatia respect England team but not afraid of them - Head Coach Dalic

MOSCOW, July 8 (Sputnik) - Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic said on Sunday that he respects England's team but his players are not afraid of anyone. 9 Jul 2018
Croatian Football Federation asks its players to avoid political statements at World Cup

Croatian Football Federation asks its players to avoid political statements at World Cup

MOSCOW, July 8 (Sputnik) - Croatian Football Federation (HNS) called upon the players of Croatia national team to avoid making any political statements at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia in an official statement on the federation’s website. 9 Jul 2018
Russia Striker Smolov Shares Fans Sentiments After Defeat by Croatia

Russia Striker Smolov Shares Fans Sentiments After Defeat by Croatia

MOSCOW, July 8 (Sputnik) -Russia striker Fedor Smolov, who did not convert his spot kick against Croatia in the penalty shootout after the Saturday's quarter-final ended in 2-2 draw, said that totally understands the sentiments Russian fans might have towards him now. 9 Jul 2018

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