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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
Modric deserves to win Player of the Tournament, says former Russia coach

Modric deserves to win Player of the Tournament, says former Russia coach

Croatia midfielder and captain Luka Modric deserves to be awarded the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball as the best player of this summer's tournament, says former Russia head coach Boris Ignatyev. 12 Jul 2018
FIFA to prepare final report on 2018 World Cup by September

FIFA to prepare final report on 2018 World Cup by September

The FIFA Technical Study Group will prepare a final report on the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia by September, according to its Chief Technical Development Officer Marco van Basten. 12 Jul 2018
Brazil lacked 'structure and experience', says ex-head coach

Brazil lacked 'structure and experience', says ex-head coach

Former Brazil head coach Carlos Alberto Parreira says a talented Brazil squad bowed out of the World Cup because they lacked "structure" and experience of playing at major tournaments.  12 Jul 2018
Only half of Russians proud of their team's World Cup performance - poll

Only half of Russians proud of their team's World Cup performance - poll

Under 50% of Russians are proud of their national team's performance at the World Cup, a poll has revealed. 12 Jul 2018
Over 60% of Russians plan to watch the World Cup final

Over 60% of Russians plan to watch the World Cup final

More than 60% of Russians are planning to watch the World Cup final between France and Croatia, a poll has revealed. 12 Jul 2018
Every World Cup team summed up in three words

Every World Cup team summed up in three words

A fortnight has passed since elimination at the hands of Peru. Looking back, how would you describe Australia at the 2018 World Cup? 12 Jul 2018
No offences reported during Croatia's win over England

No offences reported during Croatia's win over England

Moscow police did not record any instances of disorderly behavior during the World Cup semi-final match between Croatia and England. 12 Jul 2018
'We proved our character' - Vrsaljko

'We proved our character' - Vrsaljko

Croatia defender Sime Vrsaljko says his team showed "character and class" by coming from behind to beat England 2-1 in extra time of their World Cup semi-final. 12 Jul 2018
Vida says team's 'big heart' could help win World Cup

Vida says team's 'big heart' could help win World Cup

Croatia defender Domagoj Vida says his team has a heart "as big as Russia itself" and they had still enough strength to win the World Cup, despite having played three extra-time matches. 12 Jul 2018
'We can handle another round of extra-time' - Corluka

'We can handle another round of extra-time' - Corluka

Croatia defender Vedran Corluka says that reaching the World Cup final for the first time is "crazy" and that his side is ready to once again play in extra time if needed. 12 Jul 2018
Vida apologises for stirring up controversy

Vida apologises for stirring up controversy

Croatia defender Domagoj Vida has apologised for his pro-Ukrainian comments after the embattled player was booed and whistled at during his side's 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-finals. 12 Jul 2018
North Korean dignitary to attend the World Cup final

North Korean dignitary to attend the World Cup final

North Korea Vice Premier and President of DPR Korea Football Association Lee Ryong Nam will attend the World Cup final match in Moscow, the Russian Embassy in DPRK say. 12 Jul 2018
Why Croatia can win the World Cup Final against France

Why Croatia can win the World Cup Final against France

FourFourTwo spoke to Croatian journalist Davor Petrovic from the daily newspaper Novi List to find out the secret to Hrvatska making the final of the 2018 World Cup in Russia. 12 Jul 2018
FBI expanded Moscow office to assist Russia during World Cup

FBI expanded Moscow office to assist Russia during World Cup

The US Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) expanded their Moscow office for the duration of the FIFA World Cup to provide support and assistance to their Russian colleagues, FBI Assistant Director of the International Operations Division George Piro said on Wednesday. 12 Jul 2018