World Cup headlines as Ballon d'Or winner out of tournament in huge blow and Man City legend offers Wales advice

Ballon d'Or winner is out of the World Cup. Man City legend offers Wales advice.

Vincent Kompany advises Connor Roberts to be relaxed and not overdo it in the World Cup. Wales play their first match in a World cup since 1958 against the United States of America on Monday. The Man City legend played in both the 2014 and 2018 World Cups. He hopes that Roberts will create memories for a nation. The Burnley boss believes the team who is relaxed gets better performances.

Karim Benzema has withdrawn from the France squad due to a thigh injury. He will miss the World Cup. France's team-mates are sad to hear the news. France play their opening game against Australia on Tuesday.

Daniel James scored his first goal for Fulham against Manchester United in his final game before the World Cup. James is expected to start in attack for Wales against the USA. Clayton Blackmore believes James' fitness levels could prove beneficial in the Qatar heat. The former Wales international is happy with the team's attacking play. He is hoping the defence plays well and the forwards and midfield do well.

Qatar manager slams 'misinformation' surrounding the World Cup host nation's tournament opener against Ecuador. FIFA was alerted to potential match fixing following claims that Qatar offered bribes to Ecuador players to lose the game 1-0. Sánchez says his players will remain calm and ignore the rumours.