Phil Egan

And obviously they benefited hugely from their home advantage throughout that tournament.

One of the great underdog stories we've seen in the history of the tournament.

Just what is it like, particularly as a goalkeeper, when you can kind of absorb a little bit more than the outfield players throughout the game?

Just what is it like and the real level of intimidation that goes on when you're a visitor playing a home nation in a World Cup?

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Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk says winning the World Cup is their ultimate aim after finishing as runners-up on three occasions.

The Dutch face Japan in their Group F opener on Sunday before games against Sweden and Tunisia.

Van Dijk knows preparation is key to get off to a good start at the tournament.

England won 3-0 against Costa Rica in their final World Cup warm-up match.

Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Ollie Watkins scored the goals for Thomas Tuchel's side.

The England boss was pleased with the way his team dealt with an hour-long delay to kick off due to storms in Orlando.

Declan Rice says he's returned to full fitness and the Arsenal midfielder was happy to get some game time before the tournament.

It's believed they've tabled a bid of £106m for the England international.

That would eclipse what Arsenal paid to get Declan Royce from West Ham.

City's own transfer record is £100 million, which they paid for Jack Grealish in 2021.

Martin O'Neill has been confirmed as Celtic's permanent manager following two interim spells in charge last season which ended in a Premiership and Scottish Cup double.

The 74-year-old has agreed to stay on on a one-year deal with the option of a further year after talks with Celtic's major shareholder Dermot Desmond.

The 74-year-old had two spells as interim manager last season.

In total, he won 27 games from 35 and had four draws last