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All of the critiques of this tournament have proven valid and warranted, even as the action on the pitch has delighted ...

Enzo Maresca has been confirmed as Manchester City's new manager, replacing Pep Guardiola on a three-year contract ...

There were 16 host cities, 48 teams, 72 matches and 215 goals, but did you notice the little details?

Steve Clarke said it was an easy decision to step down from his role as Scotland head coach, as he always planned to do so if the World Cup did not go to plan ...

Join our writers for the latest news as we look back at Canada's win over South Africa and preview the upcoming last 32 matches ...

Vini Jr has been a star at Real Madrid for a long time. Now he is truly delivering for his country at a World Cup ...

Thomas Tuchel's side have struggled in open play in the US but midfielder's partnership with his captain has started to change that ...

Two teams with plenty of connections meet in a 'clash of titans' at one of the World Cup's most picturesque venues ...

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Mark Langdon and Jonathan Wilson as the knockout stages commence with a late, late winner for Canada over South Africa ...

The Bayern Munich star changed the game when he came on, opening the space for Stephen Eustáquio to shoot from for the match-winner ...