Heartbreak in 2018, humiliation at Wembley in 2007 — Croatia have a habit of haunting England like a shadow, and Dallas could be the next battleground.
Three consecutive wins, 17 high-scoring matches, and a tactical identity built over four years — Japan are quietly emerging as one of the World Cup's most dangerous dark horses.
Vinícius is brimming with confidence — Ancelotti is learning Portuguese and promising Brazil the world title.
Germany's top scorer can't get a call-up — and he's not staying quiet about it.
Tuchel isn't waiting to see how Bellingham's injury develops — England's manager has already made up his mind.
Wolves couldn't get the best out of him — but Colombia's coach is banking on Palmeiras to revive Arias before the World Cup.
58 goals in 76 matches — Toney is making noise from Saudi Arabia and wants Tuchel to hear it.
Lightning strikes twice — Carboni's World Cup dream is over after a devastating knee injury in training.
Five World Cups, zero titles since 2002 — and now Brazil must decide whether Neymar is part of the solution or the problem.
Morocco's captain calls time on his international career — and the timing couldn't be more bittersweet.
The defending champions could arrive at the World Cup with almost no preparation — and that's a huge problem.
Guardiola turned a misfit midfielder into one of Europe's best full-backs — and Portugal will reap the rewards.
