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Russian World Cup chief labels doping claims 'made-up news'
Claims that the Russia team at the 2014 World Cup were part of doping scandal have been roundly dismissed by Russia 2018 CEO Alexey Sorokin.
Mexico 2 Russia 1: Akinfeev error sends hosts crashing out
Yuri Zhirkov Igor Akinfeev's awful mistake saw tournament hosts Russia exit from the Confederations Cup after a 2-1 loss to Mexico.
Homophobia and racism still prevail in Russia – but they need more time
Russia There's no defending the abhorrent views of the Soviet nation's right-wing fan groups, but how is it still like this in the 21st century? Perhaps there's more to it then meets the eye...
Spectacular humpings, lost marbles and strops aplenty: FourFourTwo's World Cup 2014 round-up
World Cup 2014 The FourFourTwo team – and a couple of friends – reveal their best, funniest and maddest moments from this summer's World Cup...
Warning Liverpool, Arsenal and Spurs - World Cup stars aren't always what they appear
FIFA World Cup Players will often say they will use the World Cup to showcase their talent to prospective buyers and sometimes all it takes is a couple of good games to become a household name, even if you aren't actually that good, as Charles Ducksbury explains...
Happy Birthday, Dad - Pogba dedicates France stunner to late father
Paul Pogba "Happy Birthday, Dad." - Paul Pogba revealed a message to his late father in France's 3-1 win over Russia.
Kokorin's World Cup in doubt after knee injury
Aleksandr Kokorin Aleksandr Kokorin could miss the World Cup in Russia after suffering a knee injury during Zenit's Europa League clash with RB Leipzig.
