FIFA has signed state-controlled diamond miner Alrosa as a fourth Russian sponsor, completing its slate of third-tier European backers for the World Cup. FIFA describes Alrosa as a "giant in the...

Brazilian star Neymar expects to be in better shape at the World Cup in Russia than he was before his foot injury. The Brazilian forward said on Tuesday that while it has been hard to miss a...

FIFA's willingness to prosecute any racism complaints at the World Cup in Russia was questioned by activists Thursday after the governing body dropped a case from the final of the Under-17 edition...

Sergio Aguero is recovering after surgery on his left knee and will start treatment soon, Argentina's football association said on Wednesday amid uncertainty about the player's fitness for this...

Fans attending World Cup matches in Russia won't be left wondering about the reasons behind decisions of the video assistant referee. After the VAR's decision is made, replays will be shown on...

Argentina's team doctor says Sergio Aguero will not be fully fit for the start of the World Cup in Russia after undergoing keyhole surgery on his left knee. The Manchester City striker had the...

About 200 Cossacks will be drafted in to provide security at World Cup games in Russia. Officials in the southern Rostov region, where five World Cup games are scheduled, said Wednesday they will...

Although Zlatan Ibrahimovic still hasn't officially confirmed he's playing in Russia this summer, the LA Galaxy superstar has already landed a big World Cup endorsement deal. Visa announced...

FIFA charged World Cup host Russia with fan racism on Tuesday, less than two months before the tournament begins. Monkey chants were aimed at black French players, including Paul Pogba, during...

Egypt goalkeeper Ahmed el-Shennawy has been ruled out of the World Cup with a serious left knee injury. El-Shennawy was expected to be a backup for 45-year-old goalkeeper Essam el-Hadary, who...