Opinion

Frank Lampard has backed the Three Lions to win the tournament, but are suggestions of a first triumph since 1966 realistic or wide of the mark?

The five-time champions can look forward to a last-16 date with Mexico and are also celebrating the elimination of Germany but work needs to be done

Carlos Queiroz's side are going home but plenty of fans around the world were willing them to go through against Portugal in their final group game

The Socceroos had gone into their game against Peru with qualification for the last 16 still a possibility but their limitations were brutally exposed

Despite the Juventus ace's willingness to find a way to play alongside his fellow left-footer, he is set to again start on the bench against Iceland

Euro 2016 top scorer has one goal here but the difference between France hitting expectations or going home early could come down to his scoring form

The forward has improved his game for Spain, scoring three goals in their first two matches and can carry that form into the new season with Atleti

With minimal fuss, Gareth Southgate's side produced a superb showing to seal their place in the last 16. Now they can start to dream of bigger things

The Manchester City forward has netted just twice for his country but still has a key role to play for Gareth Southgate's side in Russia

Joachim Low's side trailed 1-0 at half-time in their crucial clash with Sweden but managed to force a late winner in spite of Jerome Boateng's red

The records are tumbling for the Red Devils - who scored five goals for the first time ever in a World Cup match - and their all-time top scorer

Joachim Low's decision to leave the Manchester City winger of his squad for the World Cup is now looking even more ill-advised after defeat by Mexico

The Scandinavians' may not be the most talented squad in Russia, they have been transformed under Janne Andersson into a side capable of surprise wins

The major challenge for the bigger teams in Russia is figuring out how to put away those middling sides who have become so adept at repelling attacks

The Albiceleste might be in disarray right now, but if they can pull together then all might not be lost in their pursuit of World Cup glory

The Stoke attacker compared himself to the Brazilian when he claimed he wanted to leave the Potters, but needs to prove his ability on the pitch

A huge error from the Chelsea goalkeeper helped Croatia on their way to victory as the Albiceleste stare at a humiliating first-round exit in Russia

Cristiano Ronaldo's goalscoring is without modern or historical precedent; against Morocco he broke another record. It's futile to deny his brilliance

The Germany stopper has had to battle with Manuel Neuer and Marc ter Stegen, but can show that he belongs to be mentioned in the same breath as them

Portugal's No.1 will be at Molineux next season following a controversial free transfer which sees Jorge Mendes at odds with Sporting

The Liverpool man was nowhere near his usual self and his country now face early elimination from the World Cup as the hosts progress

The 18-year-old talks about his dream of playing for Jurgen Klopp's first team at Anfield as he hopes to follow Trent Alexander-Arnold to stardom

Goal Russia provides some insight into the talented youngster who has grabbed the attention of Juventus and Monaco following a brilliant MD1 display

The Poland captain insists his mind is on the job at the World Cup but there is considerable uncertainty over where he'll be playing his club football

The attacking duo's talent has never been in doubt - but they have become superstars under the tutelage of the Liverpool coach

The Three Lions may have secured a late victory over Tunisia in their World Cup opener, but their talisman needs more support going forward in Russia

The Manchester United striker underlined his importance to his nation's World Cup cause with a double in Monday's 3-0 victory over a spirited Panama

The Tottenham midfielder is no longer a guaranteed starter for his country and heads into the World Cup with something of a point to prove

The Eagles of Carthage are back on the world stage after an absence of 12 years and will be hoping to get inspiration from World Cups past