Uruguay and Luis Suarez struggled to get past Egypt in their World Cup opener, but Saudi Arabia could prove more agreeable opponents.
Morocco has had to recover quickly from its painful late World Cup defeat to Iran as it prepares to face Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo.
A transfer between Manchester City and Napoli for Jorginho is yet to be finalised but the Italy international's agent says a deal is set.
Portugal goalkeeper Rui Patricio has left Sporting CP to join Premier League side Wolves.
Midfielder Badou Ndiaye says Senegal is ready for Poland in a match he describes as a "high-quality clash."
Russia flew out of the blocks in sensational fashion at its home World Cup but will have Mohamed Salah to contend with in St. Petersburg.
Colombia ended Japan's World Cup campaign four years ago and Eiji Kawashima is desperate to show his side has improved.
Yerry Mina featured only occasionally last season with Barcelona and Colombia coach Jose Pekerman is not impressed with his treatment.
Disciplinary proceedings have been opened against Mexico over alleged chants during their opener with Germany, FIFA has confirmed.
Neymar has missed training for Brazil following the 1-1 draw with Switzerland, in which he was fouled 10 times.
Disciplinary proceedings have been opened against Mexico over alleged chants during their opener with Germany, FIFA has confirmed.
Aliou Cisse starred for Senegal as a player under Bruno Metsu and hopes the Frenchman is looking down on his team.
Nikola Kalinic's World Cup campaign with Croatia is over due to recurring back spasms, amid reports of a rift with boss Zlatko Dalic.
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England have lost five consecutive Tests but Eddie Jones thinks they can learn from the "hard lessons" they are being given.
France midfielder Blaise Matuidi has defended under-fire Paul Pogba, describing the Manchester United star as a leader.
