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Fan pic special: Ohh those Russians

Fan pic special: Ohh those Russians

In central Moscow - from traffic gridlock to the metro - Russian football fans couldn't contain their exhilaration when the national team defeated Spain 4-3 on penalties. The win sends the host nation through to the World Cup quarter-final for the first time. 2 Jul 2018
Pic special: More women of the World Cup!

Pic special: More women of the World Cup!

Female football fans have turned out in big numbers to cheer on their teams, bringing passion, pride and plenty of colour to Russia 2018! 1 Jul 2018
Caltex Socceroos fans 'bursting with pride'

Caltex Socceroos fans 'bursting with pride'

Socceroos fans who travelled to Russia to watch the national team compete at the World Cup say they're "bursting with pride" following Australia's performances. 29 Jun 2018
So long Russia: Australia v Peru fan pics

So long Russia: Australia v Peru fan pics

Their teams were bundled out of the World Cup overnight but Australia and Peru fans put up a good show in Sochi on their final day of World Cup action. Peru took the match 2-0 to dump the Aussies to the bottom of the Group C pile. 27 Jun 2018
Fan preview: Australia vs Peru

Fan preview: Australia vs Peru

Australia take on Peru on Tuesday night, and Dylan Jackson is in Russia for FTBL. 26 Jun 2018
Australian and Senegal fans' powerful moment

Australian and Senegal fans' powerful moment

In a powerful moment, fans of Senegal and Australia swapped shirts in their now-viral video. 26 Jun 2018
Gallery: Fans gather to watch Socceroos in Sydney

Gallery: Fans gather to watch Socceroos in Sydney

Australian fans gathered at the Sydney Harbour Bridge to watch the Socceroos take on Denmark. 26 Jun 2018
Over 4,000 fans to arrive in Samara for Russia's Uruguay clash by free trains - Organisers

Over 4,000 fans to arrive in Samara for Russia's Uruguay clash by free trains - Organisers

MOSCOW, June 25 (Sputnik) - Free trains will carry more than 4,000 fans to Samara for the FIFA World Cup match between Russia and Uruguay, Director General of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Transport Directorate Kirill Polyakov told Sputnik on Monday. 25 Jun 2018
Gallery: Aussie fans take to Melbourne's Fed Square

Gallery: Aussie fans take to Melbourne's Fed Square

Socceroos fans from Melbourne headed to Federation Square to watch Australia take on Denmark. 23 Jun 2018
Women of the World Cup: Fan pic special

Women of the World Cup: Fan pic special

Russia 2018 has turned the spotlight on those nations, such as Iran, where watching football can get a women arrested. No such restrictions at the World Cup where female fans from all corners of the globe have unleashed their patriotic pride. 20 Jun 2018
Over 100,000 foreign fans have consulted volunteers in Moscow

Over 100,000 foreign fans have consulted volunteers in Moscow

More than 100,000 foreign fans have consulted FIFA World Cup volunteers and employees of the Moscow metro at the various information stands since the 2018 World Cup kicked off on Thursday, the Moscow metro's press service told Sputnik on Tuesday. 20 Jun 2018
The Road to Russia - Brazil fan chat

The Road to Russia - Brazil fan chat

Adrian Deans is slowly making his way to Russia. Along the way he is testing the mood of fans from some of the participating countries and the next instalment is Brazil – one of the tournament favourites. Adrian had a chance encounter with Paolo and Dominique from Goiania, who were surprisingly downbeat about their country’s chances. 11 Jun 2018
BLOG: The Road to Russia - Denmark

BLOG: The Road to Russia - Denmark

Adrian Deans is slowly making his way to Russia. Along the way he is testing the mood of fans from some of the participating countries and the third instalment is Denmark – one of our Group C rivals. 7 Jun 2018
BLOG: The Road to Russia - Sweden

BLOG: The Road to Russia - Sweden

Adrian Deans is slowly making his way to Russia. Along the way he will be interviewing fans from some of the participating countries and the second instalment is Sweden. Adrian talks to Andreas Palmquist about Sweden’s prospects this summer. 2 Jun 2018
BLOG: England fans rate their World Cup chances

BLOG: England fans rate their World Cup chances

Adrian Deans is slowly making his way to Russia. Along the way he will be interviewing fans from some of the participating countries and the first instalment is England. Adrian talks to staunch England fans Matt and Nick White. 27 May 2018
Relegation rattles Europe

Relegation rattles Europe

Some take it better than others, but the bottom line is: Relegation is devastating. 21 May 2018
Marseille fan flips out over Final loss

Marseille fan flips out over Final loss

Following the Europa League Final loss to Atletico Madrid, one Marseille fan lost his marbles. 17 May 2018
Gallery: Football farewells Davide Astori

Gallery: Football farewells Davide Astori

'Ciao, Capitano.' 13 Mar 2018
When football players make fans' days

When football players make fans' days

It is the little things footballers do that makes their fans' days, weeks, months and years. A simple signature or giving their shirt away goes so far. 4 Jan 2018
Gallery: Socceroos fans rejoice in World Cup qualification

Gallery: Socceroos fans rejoice in World Cup qualification

It's not everyday you see your country qualify for the World Cup. 16 Nov 2017
Gallery: A-League fan passion

Gallery: A-League fan passion

We take a look at some of the fan pics from Round Four of the A-League. 29 Oct 2017