The Russians are the hosts of the 2018 FIFA World Cup and hence automatically qualify for the tournament. This is the fourth World Cup they are taking part in, after the organisation was taken over by the Russian Football Union (RFU) in 1992. They have never progressed past the group stages of any of the … Read more
Iran might not be on the top of the list for football followers but their performance in the qualifying campaign this term, added to the fact that they are playing the World Cup for the second successive time, makes them worthy of viewership. This is the first time Team Melli will be playing the main … Read more
Morocco’s national football team has participated five times in the FIFA World Cup. They have qualified for this World Cup after a 20-year absence, with an impressive record of 4 wins, 3 draws and 1 loss, conceding just a single goal in the process. The best defensive record in the qualifiers across the 32 teams … Read more
Egypt finally ended a 28-year wait to qualify for this summer’s FIFA World Cup in Russia. Under the stewardship of Argentinian coach Hector Cuper, the Pharaohs finally fulfilled their long-awaited dream, even if their return to the world stage was not always plain sailing. A last-gasp penalty from Mohammed Salah sent the Egyptians into ecstasy. It’s … Read more
Lionel Messi may have 5 Ballon D’ors adorning his trophy cabinet but the player is yet to lay his hands on an international trophy. After finishing as runners-up in the previous edition, Argentina are set to enter Russia with all guns blazing this time. The World Cup is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious footballing … Read more
Uruguay are historically one of the mainstays in World Cup tournaments. The South American team has won this event twice, in 1930 and 1950, which underlines their credentials as one of the big boys, if not the favourites. Even though La Celeste might not be the favourites to win this tournament, they have players who … Read more
With 133 senior appearances under his belt, is Sam Johnstone good enough for England? When a player like Sam Johnstone’s name is brought up, it is easy to forget that he is still a very young player, especially in goalkeeping terms. He has already made 133 senior professional appearances and has come alive this year … Read more
Southgate to make 8 changes – Predicted 3-1-4-2 England lineup to face Italy featuring Tottenham and Liverpool stars After defeating the Netherlands in their first friendly match, England will next face off against Italy as they continue their preparations for the summer’s FIFA World Cup 2018. Jesse Lingard scored the only goal for the Three … Read more
No Russia? No Problem! – Missing Out On World Cup Berth Is An Experience For Barkley And He Has To Learn From It And Move On There is one football event that unites the world and divides it in a unique way and that is the FIFA World Cup. The scintillating tournament is set to … Read more
Jamaal Lascelles vs James Tarkowski – Who deserves a spot in the England squad for the World Cup? With the FIFA World Cup coming up in a matter of months, the excitement is palpable among all the players, managers as well as the fans. There has been a lot of speculation as to who will … Read more