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Keeper Halldorsson scoops MOTM award

Keeper Halldorsson scoops MOTM award

Iceland goalkeeper Hannes Thor Halldorsson was named the man of the match after making seven saves in 1-1 match against Argentina, including saving a penalty from Lionel Messi, at the Spartak Stadium in Moscow on Saturday. 17 Jun 2018
Gudmundsson injured in Argentina draw

Gudmundsson injured in Argentina draw

Iceland midfieder Johann Gudmundsson was replaced in the World Cup match against Argentina after receiving an injury in the second half of the match. 17 Jun 2018
Argentina held by World Cup debutants Iceland

Argentina held by World Cup debutants Iceland

Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw by Iceland, who were making their first ever World Cup appearance, in their' first match at 2018 FIFA World Cup at Moscow's Spartak Stadium on Saturday. 17 Jun 2018
Messi becomes the first player to fail from the spot in Russia

Messi becomes the first player to fail from the spot in Russia

Argentina forward Lionel Messi became the first player to miss a penalty at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, as his side were held to a 1-1 draw by Iceland. 17 Jun 2018
Argentina v Iceland player ratings

Argentina v Iceland player ratings

Lionel Messi toiled and probed for a way past Iceland's compact defence but was ultimately denied as Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw in Group D. 16 Jun 2018
Iceland Want to Spring Surprise at 2018 FIFA World Cup - Captain Gunnarsson

Iceland Want to Spring Surprise at 2018 FIFA World Cup - Captain Gunnarsson

Iceland midfielder and captain Aron Gunnarsson said Friday that Iceland wanted to give their fans "a surprise" at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 15 Jun 2018
Iceland refuse to lose their cool against the big boys

Iceland refuse to lose their cool against the big boys

Iceland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson said on Friday that his team would not fear anyone if they get past the group stage at the FIFA World Cup in Russia. 15 Jun 2018
Iceland boss: We won't man-mark Messi

Iceland boss: We won't man-mark Messi

Iceland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson won't be heaping the daunting task of keeping Lionel Messi quiet on any individual player. 15 Jun 2018
The Eagles have landed!

The Eagles have landed!

One corner of Russia just got a fresh dose of cool. 12 Jun 2018
Five danger men from Group D

Five danger men from Group D

Rising stars, a throw-in specialist and one of the game’s all-time greats. Group D is full of players worth keeping an eye out for. 10 Jun 2018
Argentina land in Russia

Argentina land in Russia

Argentina national football team arrived in Russia for the upcoming FIFA World Cup on Saturday. 10 Jun 2018
Iceland Arrive in Russia for World Cup

Iceland Arrive in Russia for World Cup

The Icelandic national football team, which has qualified for the World Cup for the first time in its history, has arrived in Russia ahead of the tournament, the team’s press service said on Saturday. 10 Jun 2018
Argentina replace Lanzini with Perez

Argentina replace Lanzini with Perez

River Plate and Argentina midfielder Enzo Perez was called up to the team in place of Manuel Lanzini, who was ruled out of the World Cup with injury earlier this week. 9 Jun 2018
Iceland fans can fly direct to Russia in time for the World Cup

Iceland fans can fly direct to Russia in time for the World Cup

S7 Airlines will begin operating direct scheduled flights from Moscow to the Icelandic capital Reykjavik ahead of the World Cup, the company said in a statement published on the official website. 9 Jun 2018
Croatia Beat Senegal 2-1 in Pre-World Cup Friendly

Croatia Beat Senegal 2-1 in Pre-World Cup Friendly

Croatia beat Senegal 2-1 in a FIFA World Cup warm-up match at the Gradski vrt stadium in the Croatian city of Osijek on Friday. 9 Jun 2018
World Cup heartache for injured Lanzini

World Cup heartache for injured Lanzini

Argentina midfielder Manuel Lanzini has suffered a major knee injury less than a week before the start of this summer's FIFA World Cup in Russia, the Argentine national football team said on Friday. 8 Jun 2018