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• Russia have already defied the odds and aren't done yet

  Hosts Russia were not expected to do anything at the World Cup but a ragtag group has come together against all odds to put them in prime position.

• Salah makes scoring return but cannot stop Russia

  The last 16 looms for the hosts after another impressive display, while Egypt are on the verge of elimination despite the return of their talisman.

• The pantomime villain who wouldn't settle for second

  Forever infuriating, forever inscrutable, but forever in command. There will never be another Cristiano Ronaldo, the very best in the business.

• How much Portugal rely on Ronaldo

  "Playing with Cristiano is like a dream," Portugal's Andre Silva says. But building the team around him can be a bit of a nightmare.

• Wilshere confirms he will not return to Arsenal

  Jack Wilshere has confirmed he will leave Arsenal this summer by posting a video to Instagram saying "thanks for the memories."

• Murray refuses to rule out playing Wimbledon

  Andy Murray revealed he is still in the running to play at Wimbledon following his first round defeat at the Fever-Tree Championships.

• Arsenal sign Leverkusen goalkeeper Leno

  Unai Emery has identified Bernd Leno, who moves for a reported fee of €25 million, as the club's long-term replacement for Petr Cech.

• Federer downs Bedene in Gerry Webber opener

  Roger Federer extended his winning streak on grass to 17 consecutive matches on Tuesday by beating Aljaz Bedene in straight sets in Germany.