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England hit six to top group D as James steals the show

England hit six to top group D as James steals the show

Two goals and three assists for Lauren James steered England to a 6-1 win over China in a meeting of the European and Asian champions, sealing Group D top spot. 2 Aug 2023
Nigeria advance in World Cup after draw with Ireland

Nigeria advance in World Cup after draw with Ireland

Nigeria have joined Australia in qualifying from Group B to reach the Women's World Cup round of 16 after securing a 0-0 draw with Ireland. 31 Jul 2023
Mural of Messi to be painted in Kazan

Mural of Messi to be painted in Kazan

A graffiti mural depicting Lionel Messi will be painted in the Russian city of Kazan, where the Argentina play France on Sunday morning AEST. 28 Jun 2018
FIFA 'took note' of Maradona's antics

FIFA 'took note' of Maradona's antics

FIFA has taken note of Argentina legend Diego Maradona's behavior from the World Cup encounter between Argentina and Nigeria, UK media have reported. 27 Jun 2018
Rojo: Our World Cup starts now

Rojo: Our World Cup starts now

Argentina defender Marcos Rojo says his team are ready to start over in the World Cup after beating Nigeria 2-1 to secure a berth in the last 16. 27 Jun 2018
Sampaoli 'asked Messi' for advice on Aguero sub

Sampaoli 'asked Messi' for advice on Aguero sub

Argentina head coach Jorge Sampaoli asked Lionel Messi if he should bring on Sergio Aguero during their win over Nigeria this morning, according to their national media. 27 Jun 2018
Iceland v Croatia player ratings

Iceland v Croatia player ratings

Croatia were looking to continue their dream World Cup start while Iceland needed a win to keep their campaign alive. 27 Jun 2018
Psychic cat predicts more misery for Argentina

Psychic cat predicts more misery for Argentina

Achilles the cat, the animal oracle for the 2018 World Cup, has predicted that Nigeria will beat Argentina in their final Group D match. 26 Jun 2018
Iceland 'impressed' by Croatia

Iceland 'impressed' by Croatia

Croatia are showing good football at the World Cup, but Iceland have "grown up" and are ready to play with them as equals, Iceland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson said on Monday. 25 Jun 2018
Around 5,000 Icelanders got 2018 World Cup FAN IDs

Around 5,000 Icelanders got 2018 World Cup FAN IDs

Around 5,000 Icelanders obtained their FAN IDs for the World Cup in Russia, Icelandic Ambassador Berglind Asgeirsdottir said today. 25 Jun 2018
'The fans will think we'll be world champions!'

'The fans will think we'll be world champions!'

Iceland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says progressing to the knockout stages at the 2018 World Cup will amount to winning the whole tournament for the Icelandic fans. 25 Jun 2018
Messi rules out international retirement

Messi rules out international retirement

Argentina star striker Lionel Messi says he doesn't want to quit international football before he's won the World Cup. 25 Jun 2018
Iceland ambassador congratulates Russia for fantastic tournament

Iceland ambassador congratulates Russia for fantastic tournament

Iceland's Ambassador to Russia, Berglind Asgeirsdottir, says Russia have organised a "fantastic" World Cup. 25 Jun 2018
A-League ref ready for his World Cup moment

A-League ref ready for his World Cup moment

The only A-League referee selected for the World Cup will take charge of the Group D clash between Nigeria and Iceland tonight. 22 Jun 2018
Gunnarsson awaits 'tough match' against Nigeria

Gunnarsson awaits 'tough match' against Nigeria

Iceland midfielder Aron Gunnarsson said on Thursday that he expected his side's second World Cup match against Nigeria to be tough. 21 Jun 2018
Sergio Ramos: Maradona was 'light-years' behind Messi

Sergio Ramos: Maradona was 'light-years' behind Messi

Sergio Ramos is as die-hard as they come when it comes to his loyalty to Real Madrid - but he's paid an astonishing tribute to his Barcelona nemesis Lionel Messi. 21 Jun 2018