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Modriс seeking to reignite the Spirit of '98

Modriс seeking to reignite the Spirit of '98

Luka Modriс said on Saturday that it was time for his generation to repeat Croatia's success at the 1998 World Cup, when the country finished third in the tournament. 1 Jul 2018
Croatia to 'fight to the death' against Denmark

Croatia to 'fight to the death' against Denmark

Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic said on Saturday that the round of 16 match against Denmark would be a fight to the death. 1 Jul 2018
Modric mindful of Croatia maintaining good form

Modric mindful of Croatia maintaining good form

Croatia midfielder Luka Modric said on Saturday that his team would look to take their good group-stage form into the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup. 1 Jul 2018
Around 43,000 fans attended France and Argentina's 4-3 thriller

Around 43,000 fans attended France and Argentina's 4-3 thriller

The World Cup round of 16 match between France and Argentina was played in front of a sell-out crowd of 42,873 fans at Kazan Arena. 1 Jul 2018
Mbappe claims Man of Match after Argentina double

Mbappe claims Man of Match after Argentina double

France forward Kylian Mbappe was named the man of the match after putting in a stunning display to help his country beat Argentina 4-3 in Kazan this morning. 1 Jul 2018
Spain have a plan in mind for Russia, says Hierro

Spain have a plan in mind for Russia, says Hierro

Spain head coach Fernando Hierro said on Saturday that the coaching staff had a very clear plan for the World Cup round of 16 match against Russia. 1 Jul 2018
Spain hold full-squad training session ahead of Russia match

Spain hold full-squad training session ahead of Russia match

All 23 players of the Spanish national team took part in their training session on Saturday ahead of the upcoming round of 16 game against Russia. 1 Jul 2018
Russia have a better chance against Spain than in 2008, says ex-striker

Russia have a better chance against Spain than in 2008, says ex-striker

Russia have a better chance now to defeat Spain than ten years ago in the semi-final of UEFA Euro 2008, former Russia forward Dmitry Cheryshev said on Saturday. 1 Jul 2018
Deschamps becomes France’s longest-serving head coach

Deschamps becomes France’s longest-serving head coach

France head coach Didier Deschamps has become France's longest-serving manager after leading his side to victory over Argentina in their World Cup round of 16 match. 1 Jul 2018
David Silva says Russia aren't far off Brazil

David Silva says Russia aren't far off Brazil

Spain midfielder David Silva said on Saturday that playing against Russia in the upcoming World Cup round of 16 match would be almost as hard as if they were playing against five-time winners Brazil. 1 Jul 2018
France edge thriller to send Argentina packing

France edge thriller to send Argentina packing

Kylian Mbappe put in a stunning performance as France defeated Argentina 4-3 in the first World Cup round of 16 match in Kazan this morning. 1 Jul 2018
Pic special - Messi and mates sent home

Pic special - Messi and mates sent home

France's electrifying 4-3 win over Argentina means Lionel Messi will have to wait at least another four years to get his hands on the trophy he desires above all other. Pics by Getty Images. 1 Jul 2018
Hierro" 'We'll make mistakes - but we cannot afford too many'

Hierro" 'We'll make mistakes - but we cannot afford too many'

Spain must be careful and try to minimise their mistakes in their upcoming round of 16 match with Russia, head coach Fernando Hierro says. 1 Jul 2018
Kjaer hails the Danes' great achievement

Kjaer hails the Danes' great achievement

Denmark defender Simon Kjaer said on Saturday that his side's progress to the knockout stage was a great achievement. 1 Jul 2018
France v Argentina - player ratings

France v Argentina - player ratings

France have stormed into the quarter-finals after a 4-3 thriller against Argentina in the round of 16. 30 Jun 2018
Russia hold full squad training session ahead of Spain clash

Russia hold full squad training session ahead of Spain clash

All 23 players of the Russian national team took part in the group training session ahead of the FIFA World Cup round of 16 match against Spain, the team said via its official Twitter account on Saturday. 30 Jun 2018

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