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Russia disagree with claims they 'overfulfilled' their World Cup task

Russia disagree with claims they 'overfulfilled' their World Cup task

Russia goalkeeper Vladimir Gabulov said on Wednesday that the team did not agree with claims that they had "overfulfilled" their task at the World Cup. 4 Jul 2018
We've always felt we could reach the World Cup final - Golovin

We've always felt we could reach the World Cup final - Golovin

Russia midfielder Aleksandr Golovin said on Wednesday that the team felt they could reach the World Cup final even before the tournament got underway. 4 Jul 2018
Vardy may miss England's quarter-final

Vardy may miss England's quarter-final

England striker Jamie Vardy may miss his side's World Cup quarter-final against Sweden due to a groin strain. 4 Jul 2018
Iceland goalkeeper Halldorsson secures switch to Qarabag

Iceland goalkeeper Halldorsson secures switch to Qarabag

Iceland's World Cup goalkeeper Hannes Thor Halldorsson has signed a two-year contract with the Azerbaijani Premier League champions Qarabag. 4 Jul 2018
England get a Royal seal of approval

England get a Royal seal of approval

Prince William has congratulated England on advancing to the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals after beating Colombia this morning. 4 Jul 2018
Russia provide injury updates on Samedov and Zhirkov

Russia provide injury updates on Samedov and Zhirkov

Russia midfielder Aleksandr Samedov has resumed training with the squad while defender Yuri Zhirkov is training individually, the Russian team said on Wednesday. 4 Jul 2018
'It's a tremendous blow', says Colombia defender Mina

'It's a tremendous blow', says Colombia defender Mina

Colombia defender Yerry Mina said that his team's defeat to England in the World Cup round of 16 was a "tremendous blow" for the South American side. 4 Jul 2018
Japan cleaned up at 'every one' of their games

Japan cleaned up at 'every one' of their games

Japan's players cleaned up their changing rooms after each of their World Cup matches, according to one of the tournament's organising committee members. 4 Jul 2018
World Cup braced for 'crazy' Croatian support

World Cup braced for 'crazy' Croatian support

Around 10,000 Croatian fans are expected to attend their national team's World Cup quarter-final against hosts Russia in Sochi on Sunday. 4 Jul 2018
Falcao 'proud' of Colombia's World Cup after exit to England

Falcao 'proud' of Colombia's World Cup after exit to England

Radamel Falcao said on Wednesday that he was proud of his team's performance during the World Cup despite Colombia's elimination from the tournament after their defeat to England in the round of 16. 4 Jul 2018
Over 70% of Russians watched their team's win over Spain

Over 70% of Russians watched their team's win over Spain

More than 70% of Russians watched the World Cup round of 16 game between hosts Russia and Spain on Monday, a poll conducted by the Russian Public Opinion Research Center showed on Wednesday. 4 Jul 2018
Captain Kane: It's a big night for England!

Captain Kane: It's a big night for England!

England played a wonderful match against Colombia, forward and captain Harry Kane said after their round of 16 game on Wednesday morning (AEST), adding that he was proud of the team. 4 Jul 2018
Southgate: Playing Sweden is 'bloody difficult'

Southgate: Playing Sweden is 'bloody difficult'

England head coach Gareth Southgate said that his side's quarter-finals opponent Sweden is a very strong team and a "bloody difficult" one to play against. 4 Jul 2018
Kane equals long-held England record

Kane equals long-held England record

England captain and striker Harry Kane is proud to have matched the 79-year-old record of scoring in six consecutive matches for his country. 4 Jul 2018
England controlled most of Colombia match - Southgate

England controlled most of Colombia match - Southgate

Coach Gareth Southgate said England controlled most of the game during their 4-3 victory on penalties against Colombia after the match finished 1-1 after extra time at Moscow’s Spartak Stadium on Wednesday (AEST). 4 Jul 2018
England players fall inside penalty area too often – Colombia coach

England players fall inside penalty area too often – Colombia coach

Colombia head coach Jose Pekerman accused England’s players of constantly falling inside their opponent’s penalty area, in order to try and win a spot kick. 4 Jul 2018
Colombia coach Pekerman unsure of his national team future

Colombia coach Pekerman unsure of his national team future

Colombia coach Jose Pekerman said he was not ready to discuss his future following the team's defeat to England in the round of 16 match on Wednesday (AEST). 4 Jul 2018
Colombia Head Coach Pekerman Says Team 'Did Well' at FIFA World Cup in Russia

Colombia Head Coach Pekerman Says Team 'Did Well' at FIFA World Cup in Russia

MOSCOW, July 4 (Sputnik) - Colombia head coach Jose Pekerman said on Tuesday that his squad "did well" at the FIFA World Cup in Russia, although they lost their Round of 16 match 4-3 on penalties to England at Moscow’s Spartak Stadium on Tuesday. 4 Jul 2018
All 2018 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final match-ups set

All 2018 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final match-ups set

All of the 2018 World Cup quarter-final match-ups were finalised on Wednesday morning (AEST). 4 Jul 2018
England Captain Kane Named Man of Match After Round of 16 Game With Colombia

England Captain Kane Named Man of Match After Round of 16 Game With Colombia

MOSCOW, July 4 (Sputnik) - England forward and captain Harry Kane has been named the Man of the Match after the round of 16 game against Colombia on Tuesday. 4 Jul 2018
England win penalty shootout to progress to World Cup quarter finals

England win penalty shootout to progress to World Cup quarter finals

England won a World Cup penalty shootout for the first time to beat Colombia and qualify for the quarter-finals in Russia. 4 Jul 2018