New Zealand

Liam Boyce The benefits of reaching the Euro 2016 knockouts are still visible to Michael O'Neill, but he wants to tighten Northern Ireland's bonds.

Liam Boyce Michael O'Neill has food for thought after Liam Boyce made the most of his starting role against New Zealand with Northern Ireland's winner.

Carlos Osorio Fans of Mexico could put their team on a collision course with FIFA if they used the 'puto' chant at the Confederations Cup.

Carlos Osorio Hirving Lozano feels PSV will offer 'interesting' prospects for his future, while boss Juan Carlos Osorio hopes more Mexicans go to Europe.

Anthony Hudson Anthony Hudson said his New Zealand side were deflated after defeat to Russia but urged them to take on Mexico in Sochi without fear.

Stanislav Cherchesov Vladimir Putin's words helped inspire Russia to victory in their Confederations Cup opener, according to head coach Stanislav Cherchesov.

The watching Vladimir Putin will have been satisfied - for now at least - after Russia eased past New Zealand in St Petersburg.

Fyodor Smolov's second-half strike sealed victory for Russia in their Confederations Cup opener against New Zealand.

Vladimir Gabulov Russia have not got out of their group at a major tournament since 2008 and Stanislav Cherchesov wants to change that.

Claudio Bravo Muñoz Cristiano Ronaldo provides star quality at the Confederations Cup, while events must run smoothly off the field as Russia's World Cup looms.