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Ex-Russia Midfielder Says Modric Best Player at 2018 FIFA World Cup

Ex-Russia Midfielder Says Modric Best Player at 2018 FIFA World Cup

MOSCOW, July 12 (Sputnik) - Former Russia midfielder Andrei Karyaka said on Thursday that Croatia midfielder and captain Luka Modric was the best player at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 13 Jul 2018
Lovren demands to be recognised as "one of the best defenders in the world"

Lovren demands to be recognised as "one of the best defenders in the world"

Dejan Lovren reckons he should be recognised as one of the best defenders in the world after Croatia's 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-finals. 12 Jul 2018
Over 1.6Mln Fans Visited Moscow's FIFA Fan Fest During World Cup

Over 1.6Mln Fans Visited Moscow's FIFA Fan Fest During World Cup

MOSCOW, July 12 (Sputnik) - More than 1.6 million fans have visited Moscow's FIFA Fan Fest during the World Cup, head of Moscow’s Department of Sport and Tourism Nikolay Gulyayev said on Thursday. 12 Jul 2018
Over 3Mln Tourists Visited Moscow During 2018 FIFA World Cup - Official

Over 3Mln Tourists Visited Moscow During 2018 FIFA World Cup - Official

MOSCOW, July 12 (Sputnik) - More than 3 million tourists visited Moscow during 2018 FIFA World Cup with the majority of visitors coming from China and the United States, head of Moscow’s Department of Sport and Tourism Nikolay Gulyaev said on Thursday. 12 Jul 2018
France Defender Umtiti Says Team Not to Repeat Mistakes of Euro 2016 in World Cup Final

France Defender Umtiti Says Team Not to Repeat Mistakes of Euro 2016 in World Cup Final

MOSCOW, July 12 (Sputnik) - France defender Samuel Umtiti said on Thursday that his team would not repeat the mistakes they had made in the UEFA Euro 2016 final against Portugal when they face Croatia in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday. 12 Jul 2018
This World Cup has united England, says Walker

This World Cup has united England, says Walker

England defender Kyle Walker says that reaching the World Cup semi-finals in Russia has gone a long way in uniting fans and players. 12 Jul 2018
Russia 2018's competitive balance praised as 'interesting'

Russia 2018's competitive balance praised as 'interesting'

Former Scotland head coach and Asian Football Confederation Technical Director Andy Roxburgh has praised the competitive balance at Russia 2018. 12 Jul 2018
Russia may study libel laws after doping allegations from Germany

Russia may study libel laws after doping allegations from Germany

Russia may study the legal mechanisms of protection against libel due to the reports in the German media on the alleged use of doping by Russia footballers. 12 Jul 2018
Qatar has a plan for temperature control, says FIFA

Qatar has a plan for temperature control, says FIFA

A member of FIFA’s Technical Study Group, Bora Milutinovic, says that even though Qatar was a very hot country, it was technically possible to keep the temperatures cool at the stadiums during matches. 12 Jul 2018
VAR 'brings fairness' to football' - Parreira

VAR 'brings fairness' to football' - Parreira

The video assistant referee (VAR) system "brings fairness" to football and helps match officials avoid mistakes, says former Brazil head coach Carlos Alberto Parreira. 12 Jul 2018
Van Basten says Neymar makes people laugh

Van Basten says Neymar makes people laugh

Former Netherlands legend Marco van Basten has come down hard on Neymar for his attitude during the World Cup. 12 Jul 2018
Macron Confirms to Meet With Putin on Sunday

Macron Confirms to Meet With Putin on Sunday

French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed that he would meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday. 12 Jul 2018
Van Basten celebrates Russia's 'nice' tournament

Van Basten celebrates Russia's 'nice' tournament

FIFA's Chief Technical Development Officer Marco van Basten thinks Russia's performance at their home World Cup was "nice" for the development of football in the country. 12 Jul 2018
Van Basten anticipating a 'very interesting' final

Van Basten anticipating a 'very interesting' final

Former Netherlands forward Marco van Basten, who is now a member of FIFA's Technical Study Group, thinks the World Cup final will be “very interesting.” 12 Jul 2018
Ex-Nigeria winger Amunike disappointed with African teams in Russia

Ex-Nigeria winger Amunike disappointed with African teams in Russia

Former Nigeria midfielder Emmanuel Amunike says it was a disappointment that none of the African teams could reach the Round of 16 at the 2018 World Cup. 12 Jul 2018
Blatter Hopes VAR 'will not disturb' World Cup final

Blatter Hopes VAR 'will not disturb' World Cup final

ormer FIFA President Sepp Blatter says he hopes that the video assistant referee (VAR) system "will not disturb" the final of the World Cup. 12 Jul 2018

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