England national continuing their preparation for upcoming World Cup 2018 in a positive fashion as they defeated Costa Rica 2-0. Keen on fixing everything before they set their foot in Russia, Three Lions were very determined in picking up positive result as they battle against one of Concacaf zone's representatives for the upcoming major tournament.

World Cup 2018 is getting closer and every nations continuing their preparation with international friendly matches, including the top national teams such as Brazil and Spain. Playing in neutral ground, Selecao showcasing why they are considered as one of the favorites to win the tournament with a pretty comfortable 2-0 win over fellow World Cup participant, Croatia.

Italy national team have officially appointed Roberto Mancini as their new boss and the former Manchester City tactician is very delighted with the opportunity and already eager in starting his new role with Gli Azzurri.

Interesting results occurred in several midweek international friendlies, notably the matches between England against Italy along with Spain's battle with Argentina. Three Lions were left with a slight bitter taste as they're potential home win over Gli Azzurri only turned into a draw following controversial VAR decision late in that game.

England national side continue to pick up positive result ahead of their World Cup 2018 campaign as Gareth Southgate's men defeated Netherlands 1-0 on Friday's international friendly fixture.

Chelsea Star, Hazard Fractured Ankle on International Duty An unpleasant news arrived for recent English Premier League champion as their preparation for next season could be interrupted with the injury of their star man, Eden Hazard.

Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp Bemoans International Friendly Schedule The injury effect coming from international duties often enraged many football club's managers, including Liverpool's boss, Jurgen Klopp.

Italy national team immediately got themselves back into in their senses following a heavy 4-1 defeat by Germany in this midweek friendly encounter. After experiencing a somewhat confidence boosting performance against Spain, Azzurri head coach, Antonio Conte, admitted that there's still some gap that his side must bridge ahead of Euro 2016.

Italy national side only grabbed a 1-1 draw on their latest international friendly match against Spain, but Gli Azzurri's performance received many praises, notably from their own head coach, Antonio Conte.

Diego Costa got his name in the spotlight again in recent days following his clash with Everton's Gareth Barry recently, triggering more issue regarding Costa's absence from international duty with Spain.

Getting involved in a tragic incident doesn't seem to change Germany's head coach, Joachim Loew's support towards' upcoming Euro 2016 finals in France. Although admitting that his recent experience of that horrific terror in Paris, during Der Panzer's friendly against France, is a terrible experience, but Loew still voicing out his support on Les Blues' appointment as host for that tournament.

The recent terrorist attack in France undoubtedly raised many concern from people all over the world, including football stars, such as David Beckham. Beckham who recently played in a charity game revealed his concern, stating that it was such devastating situation to witness in this current era.

Failing to quality for this upcoming Euro 2016 finals is a disappointing situation indeed for Netherlands, but it's something they must accept for now and start their rebuilding process.

World Cup champions, Germany set to face an interesting battle this weekend as they play a friendly match against Euro 2016 host, France. Der Panzer's head coach, Joachim Loew, is expecting a tough encounter, especially since Les Blues have improved a lot compared to their latest meeting in 2014 World Cup.

England national team are set to test their prowess in a friendly fixture against Spain this Friday, but Three Lions won't be starting their skipper, Wayne Rooney for that game. That decision was confirmed by England's boss, Roy Hodgson, who stated that his captain might not be playing from the start on Friday as the manager is keen on trying out other players.