Tunisia

Fernando Santos Tunisia came from 2-0 down to draw in Braga, much to the frustration of Portugal coach Fernando Santos.

Cameroon beat Mauritania to book their ticket for Gabon 2017, while Tunisia recorded a crucial win over Djibouti to go top of their section.

Gareth Southgate Fun rather than tactical nuance has been the order of the day for England in the days leading up to Monday's World Cup opener with Tunisia.

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Gareth Southgate England beat Tunisia 2-1 in their World Cup opener but Gareth Southgate was bemused by a number of contentious penalty decisions.

Opta's World Cup Predictor gives Brazil the best chance of glory at Russia 2018, with Germany, Argentina and France among the favourites.

Burkina Faso became the first nation to book an AFCON semi-final berth as they defeated Tunisia 2-0 in Libreville.

Tunisia's hopes of escaping a difficult World Cup group have been dealt a blow with the news that Youssef Msakni will miss the tournament.

Aliou Cissé Senegal go into the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations as favourites, but Aliou Cisse is adamant that they will need more than just "talent" to win.

Cristiano Ronaldo Harry Kane is keen to take his prolific Tottenham form into the World Cup for England, with Cristiano Ronaldo laying down a marker.