Gloria's Scoop

Senegal have recorded the first African win at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia, beating Poland 2-1 at the Spartak Stadium in Moscow.

In catching Colombia cold at the Mordovia Arena, Japan earned their first ever win over  Los Cafeteros , avenging their 4-1 defeat to the same opponents at Brazil 2014, and picked up three precious points in their bid to advance from Group H. Japan thrive against Colombia The game began at a frenetic pace, with Japan forcing a penalty that led to a red card for Colombia defender Carlos Sanchez allowing Shinji Kagawa to put the Asian side ahead from the spot.  

After a very even and intense opening, the tide turned with those goals straight after the break.  Russia celebrate their win against Egypt in 2018 World Cup in Russia FIFA | It was a justified win for Russia and ultimately Egypt suffered a deserved defeat, having not produced what was necessary.

Mexico pulled off a historic victory in the opening game of 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Group F, defeating World Cup holders Germany 1-0 in front of a fervent - and full - Luzhniki Stadium.  WORLD CUP: Mexico celebrate goal against Germany Juan Carlos Osorio's masterplan worked to perfection, with   El Tri   soaking up the long spells of German possession and hitting   Die Nationalmannschaft   on the counter-attack.

Brazil looked all set to party at one stage but ended up trapped in Switzerland’s intricate defensive web, with a 1-1 draw a fair result as the two sides made their Group E debuts at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia . Brazil Vs. Switzerland FIFA | Having dominated possession but without creating clear-cut chances, the tournament favourites, Brazil took the lead after 20 minutes thanks to the kind of strike Philippe Coutinho has become known for: a spectacular curling drive from outside the box that curled right into the far corner of Yann Sommer’s net. It looked as if the Rostov night would have a samba beat, but the Swiss had other ideas. Maintaining their intensity, they conjured up an equaliser just after the restart, with Steven Zuber nodding home from inside the six-yard box. The five-time world champions promptly lost their poise, and though they created some late chances, both their finishing and their play was slightly off key. Final Score:  Brazil 1-1 Switzerl...

FIFA | Serbia edged Costa Rica 1-0 after  Aleksandar Kolarov  scored the third direct free-kick of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia.

Denmark edged out Peru thanks to Yussuf Poulsen’s second-half goal to join France on three points in Group C of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia. Denmark's Yussuf Poulsen celebrates after scoring goal The Peru fans were out in force in Saransk, making their players feel right at home. Suitably inspired, they dominated the first half but could not make the most of the opportunities they created.  Perhaps the pressure of Peru’s 36-year absence from the world finals weighed heavy on their shoulders, with Christian Cueva missing a penalty just before the break. Playing a more patient game, the Danes were unable to generate any clear-cut chances as the first half ended goalless. Adopting a more adventurous approach after the restart, Denmark were rewarded when Christian Eriksen’s preci...

The action at Moscow’s Spartak Stadium got off to a thrilling start with the match between FIFA World Cup veterans Argentina and debutants Iceland.

Cristiano Ronaldo was Portugal’s saviour once again as he scored a hat-trick to secure a draw against Spain. It was the Real Madrid man’s highest goal tally in a FIFA World Cup match. FIFA | Ronaldo kicked off with an early penalty, deceiving Nacho inside the box to win it and then stroking the ball home from the spot.

Zinedine Zidane has quit as Real Madrid manager just days after becoming the first coach to win the Champions League in three consecutive seasons. Zidane, 45, replaced Rafael Benitez in January 2016 and despite his European success has come under pressure for winning only one La Liga title during his two and a half years in charge. Coach Zinedine Zidane According to the grapevine, he had  told Real president Florentino Perez he would be leaving on Wednesday before informing captain Sergio Ramos.