WC semis: France v Belgium key head-to-head battles

France meet Belgium in a World Cup semi-final on Tuesday. Here is a look at some of the key head-to-head duels which could prove decisive. IMAGE: Belgium coach Roberto Martinez and......

WC Preview: Brazil disappointing, but pressure on Serbia in decisive game

IMAGE: Brazil's Neymar, Philippe Coutinho and Filipe Luis during training. Photograph: Hannah McKay/Reuters Brazil may have been one of the big disappointments so far at the Russia World Cup,......

Extras: Neymar rape accuser charged with extortion

IMAGE: Neymar Jr was accused of raping Najila Trindade in a Paris hotel room in May. Photograph: Kai Pfaffenbach/Reuters Police in the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo said on Tuesday they had......

Vardy doubtful for Sweden tie; Danilo ruled out of World Cup

IMAGE: England striker Jamie Vardy suffered a groin after coming on as a late substitute in the last-16 win over Colombia. Photograph: Kai Pfaffenbach/Reuters England forward Jamie Vardy is......

Defenders the unsung heroes of Brazil's World Cup campaign

'Strong, athletic and intelligent, they comfortably prevented Mexico from turning territorial domination into real chances.' IMAGE: Mexico's Miguel Layun is tackled by Brazil's Filipe Luis during......