Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho thinks England have what it takes for a strong showing at the 2018 Soccer World Cup.
Iran coach Carlos Queirozbelieves his players have been brought closer together by Nike's decision to cut their supply of World Cup kit to the team but the acid test will come against Morocco on Friday.
Mohamed Salah is in a high-profile race to be fit for Egypt's World Cup opener against Uruguay on Friday and even opponents are hoping the Liverpool ace could yet play a role in Russia.
Cristiano Ronaldo will launch his latest and probably last attempt to crown his career with a World Cup winner's medal when Portugal face Spain.
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