For Iraqis opposed to the Baghdad government and its sponsor Tehran, there is more than football at stake when Iraq faces Iran in a World Cup qualifier on Thursday.

Morocco's coach is optimistic about his side's chances as they prepare for a crucial World Cup qualifier against Ivory Coast.

Norway, Germany prepare for World Cup qualifier.

Dick Advocaat praised the Netherlands' 5-0 win over Luxembourg in their World Cup qualifier as a 'real team performance'.

Gareth Southgate confirmed Harry Kane will captain England against Scotland in Saturday's World Cup qualifier in Glasgow.

Costa Rica moved to the top of the Concacaf World Cup qualifying group after they hammered the USA 4-0 on Tuesday night.

Belgium captain Eden Hazard says he enjoys captaincy role and manager Roberto Martinez warns of Estonia threat.

Dutch coach Daley Blind will be without captain Wesley Sneijder when his side take on France in a World Cup qualifier.