French supporters lined the Champs-Elysees on Monday afternoon as they prepared to receive Les Bleus fromn Russia following their World Cup final win over Croatia. Fans numbered their thousands along the Champs-Elysees in Paris as they awaited their victorious national team's return, waving tricolour flags amid a party atmosphere in the capital. The national team had beat Croatia 4-2 in Sunday's World Cup final in Moscow to win the tournament for a second time, 20 years on from their 1998 triumph on home soil.
And over in Zagreb... Mandzukic signs a policeman's helmet as runners-up Croatia are given monster reception
Croatia's World Cup runners-up have returned home to a mass greeting in Bana Jelacica Square in Zagreb, a day after losing the World Cup final 4-2 against France. Luka Modric and co made it back as heroes after guiding Croatia to their best ever finish at a World Cup, eclipsing the third-place of 1998. Thousands of fans packed into the square in Zagreb to try and get a glimpse of their heroes, who were scheduled to appear on stage to acknowledge their supporters on Monday afternoon.
Screams, sombreros and a LOSER sign! France's jubilant stars pose for stunning pictures clasping the World Cup trophy
Remember those brilliant portraits taking of all the World Cup squads ahead of kick-off on June 14? Well, they are back for one last time and they have saved the best until last. After their memorable celebrations, the France squad continued to make the most of their triumph by posing for brilliant portraits with the World Cup.
10 World Cup stars on the move: Perisic, Hazard and Alisson among big names who can expect big offers
The World Cup is over and the start of the Premier League is 25 days away. It means only one thing will occupy the minds of football fans across the globe for the next three weeks or so - transfers. And after one of the most engrossing tournaments in recent history, there are a number of players who have bolstered their reputations with impressive displays in Russia. Sportsmail looks at 10 World Cup stars who could be on the move in the few next weeks.
PICTURE SPECIAL: From Neymar's screams to Germany's agony... 30 stunning images from an incredible World Cup
Russia 2018 was arguably the best World Cup tournament ever, with thrills and spills aplenty across 31 days and 64 matches. It started with an emphatic victory for the hosts, and it ended with France downing Croatia to lift the trophy for the second time in their history. In between that though, we saw 169 goals and billions around the world enjoyed every second of the action. Here, in chronological order, are Sportsmail's 30 best pictures from an incredible month of football in Russia...
'It's coming home!': Pogba pokes fun at England while holding the World Cup as jubilant France stars party through the night
Paul Pogba danced and celebrated long into the night after France's World Cup triumph - even trolling England by singing 'It's coming home'. The Manchester United star, a goalscorer in France's 4-2 victory over Croatia in Moscow, was at the heart of celebrations as Les Bleus lifted the World Cup for the second time. Pogba answered many of his critics with an outstanding performance at the Luzhniki Stadium to cap an excellent tournament and was only too happy to parade the famous trophy on his social media accounts.
The most dramatic final to end the most dramatic World Cup... and it finishes with France crowned champions
FRANCE 4-2 CROATIA - MARTIN SAMUEL AT THE LUZHNIKI STADIUM: An old fashioned scoreline, but a very modern performance. France gave this World Cup the send-off it deserved, and the champions, too. At times they rode their luck and Croatia were their equals, at least, for much of the game. Ultimately, though, France had too much for them. They won by a scoreline last seen in 1966 - and previously in 1930 and 1938 - but this is very much a 21st century team. They are organised and selfless as a defensive unit, they have the world's most exciting new talent in Kylian Mbappe - who has made the biggest impact of any teenager at a World Cup since Pele - and they have reacquainted us all with the Paul Pogba Manchester United bought, rather than the one Old Trafford has witnessed.
FRANCE WIN THE WORLD CUP
Thunder Clap, thunderstorm and a gatecrashed press conference: France stars soaked as they lift the World Cup
France lifted the World Cup trophy for the second time in their history in a rain-drenched Moscow as the heavens opened during their presentation to leave the players, officials and political dignitaries soaked to the bone. Russia president Vladimir Putin was the only one to keep dry as he had an assistant at the ready with an umbrella. The same could not be said for his counterparts from France and Croatia, Emmanuel Macron and Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic respectively, who both left the podium sodden. The players did not stop there, however. Just when all appeared to have settled down and Didier Deschamps took to his post-match interview duties, the French squad gatecrashed the press conference before drowning their manager in alcohol and chanting his name as the euphoric celebrations continued.
'That penalty decision disgusts me... it's disgraceful': Keane leads backlash from legends after France's VAR penalty
The Video Assistant Referee system came under intense scrutiny during the World Cup final after France were awarded a controversial penalty that allowed them to retake the lead over Croatia. Referee Nestor Pitana took several minutes in front of the VAR screen after he was asked to check a potential handball from Ivan Perisic. The ball appeared to hit his outstretched hand as it was crossed into the box.
That was quick! Griezmann dons France shirt with two stars on it after World Cup victory over Croatia
France lifted their second World Cup with victory over Croatia in the final on Sunday and it's safe to say Antoine Griezmann came prepared for the post-match celebrations. The two sides were level thanks to an own goal from Mario Mandzukic and a strike from Ivan Perisic before Griezmann, Paul Pogba and Kylian Mbappe all found the net, Mandzukic bagging a late consolation goal for the Blazers. The heavy rainfall did nothing to dampen the French spirits come the final whistle as Didier Deschamps men made the most of their success at the Luzhniki Stadium.
From Batshuayi and his hilarious celebration fail to the referee who took on Neymar and won, here are 10 alternative World Cup heroes
At the end of the World Cup, plenty of the usual suspects were on hand to collect personal awards. Luka Modric won the Golden Ball, Harry Kane won the Golden Boot. That's all well and good, but what about the unsung heroes? The guys who made us cry with laughter, the inspirational stories and the downright odd moments? Well, Sportsmail is on hand to take you through 10 of our alternative World Cup heroes... and you can certainly expect the good, the bad and the ugly here.
Croatia and Liverpool defender Lovren floors pitch invader as Pussy Riot protest interrupts World Cup final in Moscow
Croatia centre back Dejan Lovren accosted a pitch invader during Sunday's World Cup final in Moscow. France, who went on to win the match 4-2, led 2-1 when four protesters stormed the field in the 52nd minute.
MARTIN KEOWN'S WORLD CUP GROUP-BY-GROUP GUIDE
- Group A: Uruguay, Egypt, Russia, Saudi Arabia
- Group B: Portugal, Spain, Iran, Morocco
- Group C: France, Australia, Peru, Denmark
- Group D: Argentina, Croatia, Iceland, Nigeria
- Group E: Brazil, Switzerland, Costa Rica, Serbia
- Group F: Germany, Mexico, Sweden, South Korea
- Group G: England, Belgium, Tunisia, Panama
- Group H: Poland, Colombia, Senegal, Japan
WORLD CUP 2018: INTERACTIVE
QUIZ: Are you more Pele or Maradona? Find out which World Cup legend YOU are by answering 10 very simple questions
Every young football fan has dreamed of crossing the white line and representing their country at the World Cup. Sadly, the vast majority are unable to. For all those dreamers out there, Sportsmail has your back. That's why we created our very own quiz to tell you which World Cup legend you were in another life. Were you a mercurial maverick like Maradona? An elusive genius like Cruyff? Or a relentless goal machine like Pele? Answer the questions below to find out the answer!
VOTE FOR THE BEST WORLD CUP KIT: Is Nigeria's 2018 effort really better than iconic kits like Brazil's in 1970?
Nigeria and Nike have launched an instant, stone-cold classic with their 2018 World Cup strip, there's no two ways about it. Three million kits were sold in the aftermath of its launch, while fans of all nations queued around the block at Nike stores in order to get their hands on one. But where does it rank among the greatest World Cup strips of all time? Now is the chance to have your say; use our poll to vote below and find out which is being voted for as the greatest of all time!
World Cup 2018 News and Groups plus Fixtures and Dates
Gary Neville reveals Gareth Southgate's penalty shootout ritual as the England boss looks to boost the Three Lions' Euro 2024 chances
Jose Mourinho claims Paul Pogba 'lost a sense of who he is' after winning the 2018 World Cup - before giving his view on the former Man United star's FOUR-YEAR ban for doping after their fiery clashes
22/04/24 11:13The pair enjoyed a promising start together, winning the League Cup and Europa League in their first season, but things turned sour between them prior to Mourinho being sacked.Real Madrid star Dani Carvajal hits back at 'totally false' claims over his conduct at the 2018 Russia World Cup
14/09/23 00:18Pena shared details about the players' alleged conduct on nights out at the tournament in a little-seen YouTube interview in 2022, but the eyecatching content of the clip failed to gain traction at the time.'I did it first!': John Terry pokes fun at Sergio Aguero celebrating Argentina's World Cup final win in their kit (despite being RETIRED!) - with the ex-Chelsea captain claiming he set the trend at the 2012 Champions League final
18/12/22 19:00John Terry saw the funny side as he watched Sergio Aguero celebrate Argentina's World Cup win with the team in their kit despite not being involved in the tournament.The World Cup's most puzzling abbreviation explained: Why Morocco is listed as 'MAR' on all match fixtures in Qatar
24/11/22 06:29An investigation by Daily Mail Australia has uncovered why North African country Morocco is shortened to MAR. It has baffled many football fans watching the World Cup in Qatar.Gareth Southgate contemplating giving dead-ball specialist Kieran Trippier a starting role against Germany as England manager plans to drill set-piece routines in search of an alternative source of goals
23/06/21 21:52Nine of England's 12 goals at the 2018 World Cup came from dead-ball situations. However, the Three Lions have scored just twice in Euro 2020 so far, with Trippier in the frame to return.Just like that, Harry! Maguire shows his namesake how it's done with a cool no-look finish in England training as defender edges closer to making his Euro 2020 bow
20/06/21 13:23With a strike that Harry Kane would have been proud of, improvising Maguire took his teammates by surprise at Hotspur Way by producing a playful finish in front of goal in England training.German FA admit 'mistakes' over their handling of Mesut Ozil's controversial photo with Turkish president Recep Erdogan, and the ensuing racism storm that led to Arsenal outcast's international retirement after 2018 World Cup
28/09/20 09:40Ozil and international team-mate Ilkay Gundogan, both of Turkish descent, sparked outrage in their homeland when they were pictured with the controversial head of state in Turkey.Jordan Pickford set to be ousted by Nick Pope as England's No 1 as Gareth Southgate shuffles the pack ahead of Nations League return
01/09/20 21:30Jordan Pickford's position as England's undisputed first-choice goalkeeper is in doubt heading into the international restart, with Nick Pope set to be publicly backed by boss Gareth Southgate.Lord Sugar's 'racist' tweet resurfaces during row over social distancing... two years after BBC refused to sack Apprentice host over 'misjudged' post about Senegal over footballers resembling Marbella beach sellers
10/06/20 08:16He was forced to apologise for posting a 'misjudged' tweet in which he claimed the Senegal national football team resembled Marbella beach sellers back in 2018.Who were the deadliest strikers in 2019? Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi and Raheem Sterling are among the most potent threats on the planet... but one man has eclipsed them all in the last year
25/12/19 21:23Lionel Messi missed out on top spot after injuries, Cristiano Ronaldo closed in on a remarkable international feat and Raheem Sterling was deadly - who have 2019's most prolific strikers been?'I needed to rest up and keep the legs fresh': Jamie Vardy insists retiring from England duty is the reason for his brilliant form after firing Leicester to another title tilt and rising to the top of the Premier League scoring chart
27/11/19 14:44Jamie Vardy says his decision to retire from international football in 2018 is the reason behind his fine form for Leicester City after firing the club into second place in the Premier League table.'Let me play for someone else': Karim Benzema calls on France to allow him to play for ANOTHER national team he's 'eligible for' as FA chief claims his international career is over... due to Mathieu Valbuena's sex-tape row
16/11/19 19:37Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has threatened to switch his international allegiance after not being called up to the French squad again.'I heard rumours about them selling me and it's not nice': Kieran Trippier admits transfer gossip turned his last season at Tottenham into a 'car crash'
02/09/19 21:30Kieran Trippier has admitted he needed to move to Atletico Madrid to reinvigorate a career that had stagnated following a 'car crash' season at Tottenham.USA 2-0 Holland: Megan Rapinoe penalty and strike from Rose Lavelle hand Americans fourth Women's World Cup crown as they retain title with routine win
07/07/19 16:54IAN HERBERT AT STADE DE LYON: The European game had hoped to show that it has caught up with women's football's outstanding nation but the evidence suggests the gulf may be unbreachable.Newcastle plotting £26million move for Russia World Cup star Mario Fernandes this summer
23/05/19 21:33Manager Rafa Benitez is eager to bolster his defence in the transfer window as Newcastle look to improve on their 13th-placed finish in the Premier League next season.Paul Pogba's poor season for Manchester United was down to him needing a YEAR to recover after France's 2018 World Cup win, claims Youri Djorkaeff
13/05/19 13:21Pogba was key to France triumphing in Russia last summer, but was underwhelming at Old Trafford, falling out with Mourinho before a run of poor form to end the season under Solskjaer.Incoming FA chief Mark Bullingham looks to settle long-running saga with England stars over commercial cash
08/04/19 21:32Discussions over how to split the commercial cash generated from sponsors linked to the national team have been ongoing since before the World Cup, but an agreement remains elusive.'Unforgettable gift for an unforgettable memory': France stars pose with Superbowl-style rings bought by Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann to mark World Cup win
20/03/19 16:15The rings, based on the bling given to winners of the NFL's Superbowl, were the brainchild of Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann, as a physical celebration of their triumph in Russia.Football's Oscars: Jurgen Klopp picks up Leading Director and Best Song goes to Gareth Southgate... but who else gets their hands on the gongs?
25/02/19 13:30Award's season is upon us again, with all the top stars of film and music dressing to the nines to await their fate at glitzy ceremonies in Hollywood and beyond. Here, Sportsmail dishes out our very own Oscars...England boss Gareth Southgate pays tribute to retired Daily Mail columnist Charles Sale and presents him with dartboard used for 'Player vs Press' games during the World Cup
21/01/19 15:33Taking to the stage at The Savoy Hotel in London, Southgate gave a speech to honour the career of Charles Sale, who recently retired after 20 years as The Daily Mail's brilliant Sports Agenda diarist.'In the end, when you reflect, we weren't quite ready to win': England No 2 Steve Holland admits Three Lions didn't handle World Cup semi-final with Croatia as well as they could
30/12/18 10:28Gareth Southgate's right-hand man Steve Holland has admitted England 'weren't quite ready to win' during their heart-breaking World Cup semi-final with Croatia.After a triumphant World Cup in which Gareth Southgate became a national treasure and 23 players returned from Russia as heroes... can England make it another summer of love in 2019?
29/12/18 22:30SPECIAL REPORT BY ROB DRAPER: Come June, England will play in the semi-finals of the Nations League. Maybe they can take a small step towards that giant leap to win a major tournament.REVEALED: FIFA forced to pay £15m to World Cup ticket touts in extraordinary case set to tarnish governing body
29/12/18 22:30EXCLUSIVE BY NICK HARRIS: FIFA have been forced to pay almost £15m in compensation to a company that traded black market World Cup tickets in an extraordinary case set to tarnish the body.REVEALED: Record audience of more than 3.5 billion people watched this year's World Cup in Russia with the final attracting 1.12 billion viewers
21/12/18 12:32FIFA said 3.572 billion viewers - more than half of the global population aged four and over - watched some part of the official coverage, which was broadcast live in every territory worldwide.Police call on England fans to repeat their behaviour at the World Cup amid concerns before Nations League Finals
24/11/18 00:39Police have called on England fans to repeat their behaviour at the World Cup when they head to the Nations League Finals next year.'It's so far behind': USA star Alex Morgan slams FIFA prize money increase for Women's World Cup
20/11/18 23:22United States women's national team and Orlando Pride star Alex Morgan has slammed FIFA for their insufficient prize money increase for the Women's World Cup in 2019.'Football's Coming Home' made us angry ahead of World Cup semi-final says Croatia defender Dejan Lovren
17/11/18 22:30IAN HERBERT IN ZAGREB: Croatia’s players remain indignant about what they perceived as a lack of respect from England at the World Cup last summer and say they have a point to prove.Gibraltar 2-6 Armenia: Yura Movsisyan scores four for Henrikh Mkhitaryan's Armenia to deny Gibraltar a shock promotion in the Nations League
16/11/18 22:19ADAM CRAFTON AT THE VICTORIA STADIUM: Gibraltar's hopes of a shock promotion in the UEFA Nations' League are over despite offering another fright to Henrikh Mkhitaryan's Armenia'Football's Coming Home? Yeah, but you have to play against us': Ivan Rakitic on crushing England's World Cup dream... and celebrating daughter's birthday with 500,000 Croatians
16/11/18 12:00INTERVIEW BY PETE JENSON IN BARCELONA: Ivan Rakitic takes us inside the heads of these indomitable Croatian players. Why is it they never seem to get the 'Game Over' memo?Kylian Mbappe given a hero's welcome as he returns to hometown of Bondy to celebrate France's World Cup success
17/10/18 14:38Kylian Mbappe finally got the chance to celebrate France's World Cup win where it all began for him as he returned to his hometown of Bondy on Wednesday afternoon.REVEALED: World Cup winners France ran less on average than 27 teams in Russia and didn't enjoy as much possession as Saudi Arabia and Peru
16/10/18 12:59The French scored once in every six shots on goal - compared with once in 36 shots for Germany, who were knocked out in the group stage. They meet in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday night.'I was much happier that he scored a goal than if I had five': Neymar delighted for under-fire Gabriel Jesus after 'unfair criticism' at World Cup
13/10/18 07:55After the 21-year-old returned to form in the 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia, Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar hit back at the 'injustice' of 'unfair criticism' directed at his team-mate.England versus Croatia has given us brollies, boy wonders and World Cup heartache... Sportsmail delves into the chequered history of the fixture
12/10/18 11:12There is rarely a dull encounter when England take on Croatia. As the sides lock horns once more in the Nations League, Sportsmail charts the history of this intriguing rivalry...Stadium cooling technology for the World Cup in Qatar will make extreme temperatures easier to bear - and could be used for Premier League teams on tour in Asia
04/10/18 13:56Football players and their fans who go on pre-season tours of the Far East no longer face having to swelter in boiling hot stadiums thanks to revolutionary cooling technology.UK Sport identifies 2030 World Cup as the 'crowning achievement' among list of high-profile events in their sights
03/10/18 21:30UK Sport say the events, which also include a bid for another Rugby World Cup in the next 15 years, would attract more than 15million spectators and boost the economy by almost £2billion.England stars set for 'image rights' cash bonanza on back of World Cup
29/09/18 21:30Players currently earn up to £100,000 a year to allow their names to be used for sponsorship and marketing by the FA and businesses, under the terms of commercial agreements.Don't give Gareth Southgate and Harry Kane knighthoods for 'doing their jobs', says ex-England captain Tony Adams
26/09/18 21:09SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Arsenal legend, who was controversially left out of the 1990 World Cup squad says Three Lions stars ‘don’t deserve it for doing sport — nobody does.’'We were missing the passion': Joachim Low discusses Germany's failures at the World Cup, while Didier Deschamps says his players must remain focused to defend their crown in Qatar in 2022
23/09/18 17:38After more than two months reflecting on Germany's embarrassingly brief World Cup campaign, Joachim Loew on Sunday offered fellow coaches a reason why the champions were so easily deposed.Jamie Carragher says Eden Hazard is the best player in the Premier League and was the best player at World Cup
18/09/18 11:19Hazard has continued where he left off in Russia helping the Blues begin with a 100 per cent record. He has found the net five times in five league appearances, including a hat-trick at the weekend.Dani Alves reveals he talked to PSG team-mate Neymar about his diving antics during World Cup: 'I told him that if everyone tells you the same thing, something is wrong'
14/09/18 12:45Dani Alves believes the heavy criticism his Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Neymar has received for his diving antics at the World Cup will only make him a better person.Russia and Valencia midfielder Denis Cheryshev is under investigation by the Spanish anti-doping agency
12/09/18 21:31Spain's anti-doping agency said on Wednesday it had opened an investigation into Valencia and Russia winger Denis Cheryshev, following remarks from his father Dmitri in the Russian media.Kyle Walker gives James Tarkowski a damp reception, while Gareth Southgate ditches his waistcoat and England fans boo Sergio Ramos — SIX THINGS YOU MISSED FROM WEMBLEY
08/09/18 23:05England lost their opening Nations League game against Spain on Saturday night. Here, Sportsmail's, JENNY BROWN takes a look at the things that may have escaped you during the 90 minutes of action.Naming of Salisbury novichok assassins was delayed 'to protect English fans at the World Cup' as intelligence agencies probe mystery visits by Russian pair to Switzerland
08/09/18 12:50British authorities knew the identities of Alexander Petrov and Ruslan Boshirov from as early as April, but withheld them over fears England fans would be 'targeted in Russia', a source claimed.Harry Kane aiming for even more improvement as he prepares to collect Golden Boot
07/09/18 19:31Harry Kane will collect his World Cup Golden Boot in front of 90,000 fans at Wembley but the England captain refuses to believe he has reached his peak.'It's weird and a pity': Antoine Griezmann questions The Best award decision after NO French players made FIFA shortlist despite World Cup win
05/09/18 09:38Antoine Griezmann is unhappy that neither he nor any of his France team-mates made FIFA's three-man shortlist for this year's The Best award despite winning the World Cup.'We spent so much time together in Russia it felt strange being back home': Fabian Delph admits to suffering 'massive come down' after England's highs at the World Cup
05/09/18 09:26Fabian Delph admits he suffered a sharp come down after the thrill of England's 'lads' holiday' at the World Cup. Delph played his part in helping the Three Lions reach the semi-finals in Russia.'No words necessary': Atletico Madrid post brilliant tweet after Antoine Griezmann isn't named as a nominee for FIFA’s The Best award despite winning the World Cup, Europa League and UEFA Super Cup last season
04/09/18 08:54Atletico Madrid have brilliantly responded on Twitter after Antoine Griezmann was snubbed for FIFA's The Best awards despite his trophy-laden year.'After the Sweden-Italy match, I don't go to IKEA any more!' Former Azzurri boss Gian Piero Ventura says he'll never get over World Cup failure
03/09/18 11:33Former Italy coach Gian Piero Ventura, in charge last year when they lost to Sweden and missed out on the World Cup, said he would never get over their 'momentous' failure and joked about IKEADidier Deschamps keeps faith with majority of France World Cup winning squad for Nations League as Dimitri Payet, Alexandre Lacazette and Anthony Martial all miss out
30/08/18 16:00France coach Didier Deschamps has kept faith with the players who won the World Cup for upcoming UEFA Nations League matches.Russian stadium that hosted England's World Cup quarter-final win against Sweden has power cut over unpaid electricity bills totalling £106,800
28/08/18 15:55The site of England's biggest World Cup win for 28 years is facing an uncertain future after the stadium had its power cut on Tuesday.'Is it not racism when a politician writes "The German team are 25 Germans and two goat f*****s?": Ilkay Gundogan condemns the treatment of Mesut Ozil after World Cup humiliation
28/08/18 06:57In an explosive interview with German publication Funke, the Manchester City midfielder has condemned the way he and Ozil — both of whom are of Turkish descent — were treated.'I wish to apologise wholeheartedly. Drink driving is completely unacceptable': Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris sorry after spending seven hours in police cell for failing breathalyser test at 2.30am in London after night out with France pals
24/08/18 12:30Hugo Lloris has been charged with drink driving after failing a breathalyser test at 2.30am in central London. The Tottenham goalkeeper and World Cup winner was held in jail for seven hours.'He's a well-marketed product whose image is a lot better than he is…it's a miracle he's now captain at Arsenal': Uli Hoeness hits out at Mesut Ozil and reiterates belief midfielder didn't deserve to go to the World Cup
22/08/18 08:29Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has once again laid into Mesut Ozil, claiming his 'image is a lot better than he is' at football, ensuring Germany's World Cup fallout rumbles on.VAR decisions at the World Cup took less than one minute… with 81 per cent of fans now in favour of video refs
21/08/18 14:47VAR divided opinion leading throughout the World Cup, but despite its controversy the data released since revealed VAR decisions took less than a minute on average.'I should have put myself in front of Mesut Ozil': German FA president Reinhard Grindel admits Arsenal star deserved more backing during World Cup fallout
19/08/18 10:23Arsenal star Ozil called time on his international career last month following a disappointing summer campaign in Russia , claiming he faced 'racism and disrespect' for his Turkish roots.Carlsberg celebrates successful summer thanks to the World Cup as sales of alcohol-free brew also rise
16/08/18 21:42Sales were up 10 per cent in host nation Russia, while the hot weather also boosted demand, especially in China, for its premium wheat beer Kronenbourg 1664 Blanc.Mario Mandzukic retires from international football one month after Croatia's World Cup final defeat
14/08/18 14:24Mario Mandzukic says he is retiring from international football after 11 years with Croatia's national team. Mandukic made his decision just a month after their World Cup final defeat.Zlatko Dalic to stay as coach of Croatia's national team after resolving 'issues' with the federation
09/08/18 12:00Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic looks like he will be staying with the national team after leading it to the World Cup final.‘He will make a mark in the history of football’: Gianluigi Buffon heaps praise on new Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Kylian Mbappe after he starred with France at the World Cup
07/08/18 15:48Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has claimed that Kylian Mbappe is capable of achieving legendary status in football and is on course to become one of the all-time greats.Edinson Cavani knew Benjamin Pavard would become world class as he asks for youngster's playing shirt three years before winning World Cup
07/08/18 10:10After Paris Saint-Germain's 6-1 Ligue 1 hammering of Lille back in 2015, Edinson Cavani gave the then 19-year-old a moment to cherish for the rest of his career.Love Island's Josh leaves girlfriend Kaz in shock by admitting he would have LEFT the villa to watch England in the World Cup
07/08/18 09:42Love Island's Josh Denzel has confessed he would have given up his place in the villa if he could have watched England's incredible run in the 2018 World Cup.Oldest ever World Cup player Essam El Hadary retires from Egypt national team following Russia 2018: 'It is the best moment to hang up my gloves'
07/08/18 09:19Egypt's goalkeeper Essam El Hadary says he's retiring from the national team after making history and becoming the oldest player to play in a World Cup match during the tournament in Russia.Hot weather and World Cup fail to bring desired boost to retailers as July sales fall short of expectations
07/08/18 08:25Britons splashed out on food, drinks and cooling fans last month, but the rest of the High Street suffered, with most non-food categories booking declines.Harry Kane and Dele Alli could feature for Spurs against Newcastle after returning to training but Mauricio Pochettino will not risk players' fitness
06/08/18 18:35The star pair — along with fellow England stars Kieran Trippier, Danny Rose and Eric Dier — reported for duty after their involvement in England’s uplifting run to the World Cup semi-final.Jamie Vardy and Manchester United target Harry Maguire back in Leicester City training after pair return from their post-World Cup holidays
06/08/18 15:28Jamie Vardy and Harry Maguire were put through their paces by coaches on their first day back at Leicester City training following an extended post-World Cup holiday this summer.'If we are serious I think they cannot participate in the first game': Claude Puel rules Harry Maguire and Jamie Vardy out of Premier League opener against Manchester United
02/08/18 12:01Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy and defender Harry Maguire are likely to miss the club's Premier League opener against Manchester United on August 10, manager Claude Puel has said.Sergio Ramos returns to training with Real Madrid following Spain's World Cup heartbreak as Julen Lopetegui's men enjoy series of fun challenges on their pre-season tour of United States
02/08/18 08:50Sergio Ramos has returned to training with Real Madrid for the first time after enjoying some time away from football since experiencing heartbreak at the World Cup in Russia.Four members of Pussy Riot appear back in court after being rearrested seconds after being freed from jail for their World Cup Final pitch invasion
01/08/18 00:13Pussy riot members appeared in court after being rearrested seconds after their release in a bizarre move by Moscow's police force. They had been serving time for a World Cup pitch invasion.Trent Alexander-Arnold greeted with hugs from Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and team-mates including Mohamed Salah as he returns to training after World Cup with England
31/07/18 19:14Greeted with hugs and handshakes from Liverpool's biggest stars, it is clear just how important English teenage talent Trent Alexander-Arnold is going to be for the Reds this season.Russian police RE-ARREST four members of Pussy Riot just seconds after they were released from their 15-day sentences for running onto the World Cup Final pitch
30/07/18 19:51The four ran onto the pitch at Moscow's Luzhniki stadium in the second half of the World Cup final between France and Croatia. President Vladimir Putin was forced to watch from the stands.Ruby Mae shows off her stunning physique as she helps boyfriend Dele Alli recover from his World Cup heartbreak in Ibiza
30/07/18 11:03The sultry brunette caught the eye in a mismatched white bikini top and gold bottoms while frolicking in the ocean with the Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder.STILL not coming home! England WAGS share snaps from their luxury getaways as the squad forgets its World Cup heartache
30/07/18 09:49After a World Cup campaign filled with soaring highs and crushing lows, few would begrudge the England squad some much-needed down time - and the WAGs have been sharing glimpses online.France's Benjamin Pavard wins World Cup goal of the tournament for his stunning strike against Argentina
25/07/18 15:52The Stuttgart right-back struck from outside the area as France levelled the scores at 2-2 in a compelling last-16 clash against Argentina during this summer's showpiece event in Russia.France sensation Kylian Mbappe reveals he played and scored with 'hidden' back injury during World Cup final victory over Croatia
25/07/18 11:10Kylian Mbappe has sensationally revealed he played and scored in the World Cup final while carrying a 'hidden' back injury, as his nation defeated Croatia.Zlatko Dalic receives hero's welcome on return to native country Bosnia after remarkably leading Croatia to World Cup final in Russia
25/07/18 10:42Zlatko Dalic - born in Livno - was greeted in style by Bosnian Croats as he attended a celebratory event at a local football stadium in his hometown on Tuesday evening.The IT Crowd to get another US reboot with new cast
24/07/18 16:04The IT Crowd will undergo yet another attempted reboot for the US audience with writer Graham Linehan more than likely welcoming a brand new cast to take on the roles of Roy, Moss and Jen.Harry Maguire is still getting his head on everything as England star nods away inflatable ball in Ibiza nightclub
24/07/18 12:31Harry Maguire may be on his summer holidays but he's still getting his head to everything as he jokes around in an Ibiza nightclub by nodding away an inflatable football.Kylian Mbappe backs himself to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or after helping France to World Cup success
24/07/18 11:12The Paris Saint-Germain attacker thinks he has put himself in a position to finally end the grip held by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo on the most famous individual award in football.Olivier Giroud becomes the second France player to honour pre-World Cup pledge as he shaves his head following victory in Russia
22/07/18 22:58The Chelsea striker uploaded a picture of his new style to social media on Sunday having apparently stayed true to wife Jennifer's wish that he wait until after the christening of their son.
Stars of sport
- 'Queen' Jasmine Paolini is the 'lioness who NEVER gives up' as she prepares to make history in her first Wimbledon final
- England goes Ollie Watkins crazy after his dramatic Euro 2024 semi-final winner as the Aston Villa man is made the star of new advertising campaign
- Carlos Alcaraz hilariously backtracks on Euro 2024 final claim after Spaniard is BOOED by Wimbledon crowd following semi-final victory
- EXCLUSIVERevealed: Manchester United icon Eric Cantona explains why he was seen walking a GOAT in south London ahead of the Euros
- Sadio Mane, 32, celebrates with his teenage wife after she graduates from school in Senegal... six months after ex-Liverpool star's arranged marriage
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- Jadon Sancho returns to Man United training after calling a truce with Erik ten Hag 10 months on from fallout that saw star eat and train on his own
- EXCLUSIVEEngland fan goes viral for her Mail Sport interview which attracts over 25 million views... as Three Lions supporters react to her wholesome message
- Revealed: Spain star Lamine Yamal's mischievous plot to troll Kylian Mbappe after beating France atEuro 2024 - and what officials did to stop him
- Now the Germans are bitter about England! Euros hosts' press say the Three Lions 'cheated' their way to the final, as the Dutch turn on their players
- Zirkzee arrives in Manchester ahead of his medical on Friday, with Red Devils to pay MORE than his £34m release clause as they close in on De Ligt too
- Jimmy Anderson 'splits the G' as he sips a pint of Guinness alongside his England team-mates after bowing out of Test cricket
- How Ollie Watkins' mum's rant into a mic at a pub came TRUE - after England's goal hero was brought in from cold for semi winner Sent England through
- Turn off the phone this time! Former Chelsea star Ian Maatsen leaves Euro 2024 after playing ZERO minutes Had to cancel holiday
- Darwin Nunez may face a lengthy BAN following violent clashes with Colombia fans - after footage showed Liverpool star entering the stands and swinging punches
- England fans claim Euro 2024 semi-final win over the Netherlands was 'REVENGE' for Graham Taylor Defeat forced resignation
- Fans poke fun at England assistant Hasselbaink suddenly 'remembering he's Dutch' while celebrating Watkins' winner against the Netherlands
- Van Dijk calls for officials to be 'held accountable' for their decisions as he launches tirade on ref Zwayer for showing in Netherlands' defeat
- Watkins reveals he PREDICTED scoring late winner against the Netherlands to book spot in the Euro 2024 final - and even told Palmer he'd set him up!
- Dutch fans FUME over dubious penalty decision in Euro 2024 semi loss to England - as new footage appears to show Saka handle the ball in build-up
- Atkinson takes SEVEN wickets on debut, before Crawley and Pope hit half-centuries to put England in command against West Indies
- EXCLUSIVERise of the Wimbledon WAG-fluencers! How tennis stars' girlfriends are becoming big figures - with better coverage than Netflix
- Luke Littler posts bizarre message to Lamine Yamal after 16-year-old Spain star becomes youngest scorer in Euros history After France win
- Lamine Yamal's hat-trick! Spanish star, 16, trolls Adrien Rabiot for a THIRD time after his side's victory over France in the Euro 2024 semi-finals
- Is this the beginning of the end for Gary Lineker at the BBC? £1.35m-a-year presenter is SNUBBED for Gabby Logan to front new highlights show
- Novak Djokovic 'gets lucky AGAIN', tennis fans claim after opponent Alex de Minaur was forced to withdraw 'Easy' draw
- Morata injured by a SECURITY GUARD while celebrating Spain's Euro 2024 semi win as he's left visibly upset and clutching his knee ahead of final
- Mbappe admits he 'wasn't good' at Euro 2024 and labels his tournament a 'FAILURE' after France's exit - as he blames his poor form on one reason
- Pickford reveals ref stopped him from doing his 'process' during England's shootout win over Switzerland - as he blames his 'Mackem accent' for the mix-up!
- Fans react in horror to Rob Green's gruesome little finger as ex-England goalkeeper poses for picture ahead of Euro 2024 semi-final of Spain and France
- De Zerbi will 'publicly defend' Greenwood if he signs for Marseille - amid furious fan protests over proposed arrival of £27m Man United outcast
- Spain captain Alvaro Morata's furious wife opens fire at media, who branded him 'an embarrassment', after he threatened to quit on eve of Euros semi
- Everton 'reject Man United's £50m bid for Jarrad Branthwaite' and could force Red Devils to make a THIRD offer - with Toffees holding out for £70m
- Gary Lineker names his England XI to face the Netherlands in Euro 2024 semi-final as he suggests giving one star a first start in Germany
- 'Novak Djokovic was RIGHT!': BBC presenter Sara Thornton says 'jerks' in Wimbledon crowd 'booed him using Holger Rune chants as a disguise'
- Wimbledon feud erupts between Alexander Zverev and Taylor Fritz's girlfriend as Morgan Riddle riles German during five-set defeat
- Nick Kyrgios slams his 'disrespectful' BBC colleague Andrew Castle for his Wimbledon commentary Reignites their feud
- BBC vs ITV! Gary Neville gets an earful from Roy Keane while Micah Richards offers a rousing team talk as the pundits go head to head in a game of six-a-side
- Hero to zero! Bukayo Saka impresses his England team-mates on the driving range... before tripping over his own bag in front of the whole squad
- EXCLUSIVECan YOU take a penalty like Ivan Toney? Mail Sport challenges fans in Germany to shoot without looking at the ball
- Is a BREATHING GURU the secret to England's new-found penalty success? Three Lions have hired a 'breath coach' for the Euros
- Katie Boulter watches her tennis star boyfriend Alex de Minaur surge into the quarter-finals on Court One - as she returns to Wimbledon
- Alvaro Morata sparks a storm in Spain camp on the eve of Euro semi-final as their captain threatens to QUIT after the tournament over 'nonsense' critics
- Ruud van Nistelrooy and former Go Ahead Eagles manager arrive for day one of Man United's pre-season - along with a third unannounced coach
- Emotional Lewis Hamilton struggles to hold back tears after the Mercedes star secures record-breaking ninth victory at British Grand Prix
- Revealed: Jordan Pickford's penalty shoot-out 'cheat sheet' - How England goalkeeper's homework helped him stop Switzerland
- Luke Shaw applauded for his 'classy' gesture after England's shoot-out win over Switzerland, while fans hail joyous image of the Three Lions
- Jadon Sancho shares heartwarming message to Bukayo Saka after England star banished Euro 2020 penalty demons to take Three Lions to semi-final
- Inside the British Grand Prix: Fans brave the rain and the £400 price of admission, with appearances from Stormzy and Brad Pitt at Silverstone
- Inside England's secrets of the shootout: Jordan Pickford's 'cheat sheet', Steve Holland's detailed dossier and the key impact of a former Netherlands star
- England fans brand Ivan Toney 'the coolest man on the planet' for his incredible penalty technique - where he didn't even LOOK at the ball!
- Penalties stop play at Wimbledon! Novak Djokovic's match is halted on Centre Court as fans celebrate Euro shoot-out glory for England
- England fans hail Jordan Pickford's 's***housery masterclass' as he is spotted pulling faces to distract Switzerland's penalty takers
- Inside the life of Britain's next F1 star: Lando Norris on shying away from publicity - and why he's 'happy' when friends call him an 'absolute k**b'
- Jamie Carragher slams Southgate's decision to pick Trippier over 'world-class' Alexander-Arnold as England's right wing back against Switzerland
- Emma Raducanu ends Andy Murray's Wimbledon career as she pulls out of her mixed doubles match alongside him 'due to stiffness in her wrist'
- Claressa Shields claims she 'nearly killed' an internet troll in spar as social media footage shows the boxing star stopping opponent before heated exchange
- Jermaine Jenas accuses Rio Ferdinand of 'LYING' in awkward exchange between the BBC pundits during live coverage of France's victory against Portugal at Euro 2024
- Did Gary Lineker make a crude sex joke about Cristiano Ronaldo? BBC presenter shocks viewers with bizarre comment on live TV
- Rio Ferdinand claims England boss Gareth Southgate 'deserves more credit' and insists they CAN win Euro 2024 'playing ugly' Jermain Jenas disagrees
- Emma Raducanu marches on at Wimbledon as she knocks out No 9 seed Maria Sakkari in straight sets on Centre Court Hitting top form
- The faces of Cristiano Ronaldo over the years: Superstar has transformed from 'feeble' teen to one of the most recognisable athletes EVER
- Lionel Messi MISSES his penalty but Argentina still reach Copa America semifinals as world champions survive a nervy shootout
- Wimbledon shares touching Andy Murray tribute video led by Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Venus Williams and more
- Wayne Rooney gives hilarious first press conference as Plymouth boss, with England icon mocking ex-team-mate Gary Neville Jibe at fellow pundit
- Andy Murray reveals hilarious details of booze-fuelled celebrations after winning Wimbledon for the second time in 2016 New revelations
- Kylian Mbappe had Cristiano Ronaldo posters on his bedroom wall... now France and Portugal's captains face each other in a Euro 2024 quarter-final
- Oliver Bearman is the 'proud' teenager who has a TikTok superstar girlfriend and was just 18 months old when Lewis Hamilton made his debut
- The Wimbledon wedding dress! Tennis star wears £235 replica of her bridal gown on court at SW19 - after posing topless on the eve of the tournament
- They're not prima-doners! Turkey's footballers snub healthy food to order 300 doner kebabs to celebrate their run to the Euro quarter-finals
- Jose Enrique 'makes major blunder as former Liverpool defender tries to offer two players - including a Rangers star - to another team' in 'new role as an agent'
- Mikel Arteta claims 'stats show Arsenal should have won the title' and explains why he 'is NOT getting over' heartbreak of falling short against Man City
- Chelsea's academy guru Neil Bath, who masterminded Cobham production line for Mason Mount, Reece James, Conor Gallagher and Co, QUITS club
- Mason Mount 'ends romance with McDonald's worker turned model and viral TikTok star Freya Tidy as they unfollow each other on social media'
- England's quarter-final clash with Switzerland will see 40,000 fans descend on Dusseldorf - despite Three Lions only being allocated 6,700 tickets
- Clive Tyldesley confirms his new role after the legendary commentator was axed by ITV... as he reveals four broadcasters turned him down
- Former England star Andy Carroll spotted yelling 'You f***ing want some?' at bystanders after forward was embroiled in a '1am street brawl in Mayfair'
- Fans praise 'classy' Romania as picture of how they left their dressing room after Euro 2024 exit at the hands of the Netherlands goes viral
- Turkey keeper Mert Gunok pulls off 'Gordon Banks-esque' save in the 94th minute to help his nation dramatically reach the quarter-finals of Euro 2024
- Katie Boulter begins her Wimbledon challenge by beating unseeded Tatjana Maria - with customised 'strawberries and cream nails'
- Jude Bellingham says he felt 'like Cristiano Ronaldo' when scoring his stunning overhead kick vs Slovakia 'Ronaldo's was better'
- Andrey Rublev hits himself SEVEN times with his racquet in furious row at Wimbledon before crashing out Defeat for the Russian
- Fans 'throw TRAINERS' onto the pitch during the Netherlands' victory over Romania Malen narrowly avoids the shoes!
- Chelsea complete the signing of Leicester's Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall after agreeing a £30m deal to bring him to Stamford Bridge on a five-year deal
- 'Heartbroken' Leeds United blame 'release clause' for £30m deal which sees 'one of our own' Archie Gray, 18, go to Tottenham in remarkable statement
- How mum's tears sparked Cristiano Ronaldo's meltdown: Portugal star's crying 69-year-old mother appears to trigger his emotional collapse
- Novak Djokovic drinks 'pyramid water' from Bosnia and believes in telekinesis to purify food: Inside the Serb's weird ways ahead of Wimbledon
- Carl Froch reveals MORE messages from 'pathetic' Anthony Joshua as WhatsApp feud rumbles on - as he demands star 'deals with it like a man'
- England stars treated to a private Ed Sheeran concert as they take some downtime to snap out of their Bad Habits after being seconds from elimination
- Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in TEARS after his extra-time penalty was SAVED by Slovenia keeper Jan Oblak as his nightmare Euro 2024 continues
- Gary Lineker slams 'celebration police' as UEFA threaten to ban Jude Bellingham because of his X-rated gesture against Slovakia
- Kylian Mbappe celebrates in Jan Vertonghen's face minutes after heated exchange as France score late winner against Belgium
- Man United legend Eric Cantona leaves fans in stitches after being spotted walking a GOAT in a hilarious video that has gone viral on social media
- Revealed: Wimbledon hike food and drink prices yet AGAIN - with a glass of Pimms rising to nearly £10 - but one iconic snack is still affordable!
- Watch the hilarious moment England fans at the pub wildly celebrated Jude Bellingham's wondergoal against Slovakia in last-16
- German newspapers write off England, the French say Three Lions are relying on a miracle... and even Spain's press sing 'God save Bellingham'
- Nick Kyrgios' most shocking moments from water bottle 'sex act' to '700 drinks' accusation with Australian star set to join the BBC for Wimbledon
- EXCLUSIVERevealed: What Declan Rice said to Slovakia manager Francesco Calzona during fiery full-time exchange after England comeback
- England fans rave over Jude Bellingham's celebration against Slovakia as they spot what the Real Madrid star shouted after stunning overhead
- EXCLUSIVEEd Sheeran gives verdict on England's Euro 2024 chances after dramatic win over Slovakia... and pledges to serenade Jude Bellingham
- Ex-England stars Neville and Wright go CRAZY after watching Jude Bellingham's stunning strike against Slovakia in ITV studio in Germany
- Emma's Euros fever! Raducanu wears her England kit to Wimbledon practice - and carries a personalised £2,400 Christian Dior bag
- Slovakia nearly score from the halfway line as basic John Stones error almost costs England their Euro 2024 spot... before Three Lions rally late on
- Kyle Walker SLAMMED for his involvement in Slovakia's opener against England, as the Three Lions are BOOED off at half-time
- Beer we go! Rio Ferdinand joins England fans for a booze-up in Dusseldorf as the BBC pundit enjoys day off Three Lions clash being shown on ITV
- Clive Tyldesley and Ally McCoist toast final ITV game together by drinking wine long into the night in Germany - after legendary commentator was axed
- 'I've managed to leave Arizona uglier than I came': Sunny Edwards suffers horror cut after clash of heads during win over Adrian Curiel
- German track star Alicia Schmidt, dubbed 'the world's sexiest athlete', goes public with her photographer boyfriend as they share a kiss after her race
- Inside a Wimbledon player's house for the tournament: Tommy Paul's influencer girlfriend Paige Lorenze shows off where they will stay
- Germany's Euro 2024 last-16 clash with Denmark SUSPENDED due to lightning above the stadium in Dortmund... forcing the teams to go inside
- Former Wimbledon champion looks unrecognisable as she is pictured on her return to Centre Court four years after retiring from tennis
- Defending champions Italy CRASH out of Euro 2024 as Ruben Vargas stunner inspires Switzerland to 2-0 win to book potential quarter-final with England
- India win the T20 World Cup for the first time since 2007 as they hold off South Africa by seven runs after posting the highest total in a final
- The Euros' 'most amorous manager'! Germany's Julian Nagelsmann can't keep his hands off reporter girlfriend Lena Wurzenberger
- Tyson Fury the stripper?! The Gypsy King dances with a hen do party and pretends to take his clothes off for female fans at a train station
- Roy Keane aims brutal jibe at Jill Scott to leave Stick to Football colleagues Gary Neville and Ian Wright in stitches Hilarious moment
- Kingsley Coman 'LEAVES France's camp to watch birth of his fourth child in Sweden'... just days before his side's crucial last-16 clash
- Inside Andy Murray's inner-circle as the former world No 1's Wimbledon participation remains in major doubt following fresh injury Two-time champion
- Fans insist 'the future is here' after clip of Kobbie Mainoo 'skinning' Joe Gomez in training goes viral... as they call for him to start England's last-16 clash
- Meet the former Miss Slovakia finalist working with the team ahead of last-16 clash with England at Euro 2024... who insists she's not just a 'pretty face'
- Slovakia's warning to England: Captain vows to 'torment' Gareth Southgate's side in last-16 tie at Euro 2024 and claims they are a BETTER team
- Carl Froch leaks Anthony Joshua's 'EMBARRASSING' messages after he called him a 'pr***' Joshua fights Daniel Dubois on September 21
- Phil Foden is pictured for the first time after birth of his baby son as he returns to England duty at the Euros The attacker's partner gave birth this week
- Man United's potential new coach Rene Hake seen in X-rated rant at his former Dutch side as he tells player they 'f***ed up the game'
- England defender Ezri Konsa reveals cups were thrown 'from all angles' towards WAGs and loved-ones after England's draw with Slovenia
- Fans are left stunned as former Liverpool star Roberto Firmino poses in shirt of another English club that nobody would have expected
- Eden Hazard makes SHOCK return to football as he joins third-tier side to take on European giants in friendly match... and scores their only goal!
- Revealed: Footage shows Turkey's Kaan Ayhan taunting a Czechia star before a mass brawl ensues after their dramatic Euro 2024 clash
- Georgia hero Khvicha Kvaratskhelia puts celebrations on hold after beating Portugal to grab Cristiano Ronaldo's shirt
- Revealed: England stars' WAGs and families were drenched in beer after fans launched cups after 0-0 draw vs Slovenia
- Watch jaw-dropping moment Cristiano Ronaldo narrowly avoids being two-footed by crazed fan who leapt at Portugal star
- Chaos ensues at full time after Czechia's Euro 2024 clash with Turkey as mass brawl breaks out between both sets of players and staff
- Former Chelsea defender Frank Sinclair pays touching tribute to the late Kevin Campbell by wearing a bow tie for coverage of Carabao Cup draw
- Cristiano Ronaldo kicks the turf in anger as he is substituted early during Portugal's shock Euro 2024 defeat by Georgia
- Wimbledon staff 'admit refill station water at qualifier is "undrinkable"', days after announcing they will CHARGE fans for refilling bottles
- EXCLUSIVEJude Bellingham's four-letter tirade towards England team-mate is revealed by an expert lip-reader, as frustration boiled over in dire display
- Hungary star Barnabas Varga is discharged from hospital and travels home with his girlfriend after surgery on broken face bones
- Copa America ref COLLAPSES in frightening scene during Canada-Peru game before being taken off with heat index exceeding 100 degrees
- Southgate has plastic pint cups thrown at him by irate England fans after dire 0-0 draw with Slovenia as supporters turn on boss despite winning Euros group