World Cup 2014

David De Gea Spain will continue to monitor the fitness of reserve goalkeeper David De Gea after he was forced to miss training with a muscle injury.

England England captain Steven Gerrard and star forward Wayne Rooney are staying positive despite Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Italy in Manaus.

Danny Welbeck England manager Roy Hodgson has declared Danny Welbeck fit to feature in their FIFA World Cup Group D opener against Italy on Saturday.

Robin van Persie Robin van Persie could scarcely believe the manner of Netherlands' victory as they thumped Spain 5-1 in the FIFA World Cup on Friday.

Wayne Rooney Wayne Rooney has made a subtle jibe at Cristiano Ronaldo, claiming his former team-mate is fixated on winning individual awards.

Wayne Rooney Wayne Rooney has cranked up the pressure on Italy by claiming England have moved ahead of Cesare Prandelli's men.

Danny Welbeck Danny Welbeck missed training on Wednesday with a thigh injury as England prepare for their FIFA World Cup opener against Italy on Saturday.

Phil Jones England defender Phil Jones has revealed that he feared for his FIFA World Cup chances after injuring a shoulder at the end of last season.

Wayne Rooney Brazil legend Pele has backed England to progress from a tough Group D, and expects Wayne Rooney to be their star performer.