Daily News Summary: World Cup Round of 16 is about to begin; Fellaini extends Man Utd deal

Welcome to All Football's Daily News Summary, we bring you all important news in the past 24 hours. Make sure you do not miss out.

TOP HEADLINES

World Cup 2018 last 16 fixtures in FULL: France take on Argentina; Brazil face Mexico

Uruguay, Russia, Spain, Portugal, France, Denmark, Croatia, Argentina, Brazil, Switzerland, Sweden, Mexico, Belgium, England, Colombia and Japan have qualified for the last 16 of World Cup 2018!

World Cup 2018 Power Rankings: Germany crashed out of top 10 as Argentina back to 8th

Hello again, the FIFA World Cup is finally here! After every round of the tournament, we will bring you an updated power rankings, telling you who is in form, who is out of form and who is ready to win the greatest sporting event on Earth.

South Korea goalkeeper Cho Hyun-Woo named All Football World Cup Player of the Round

South Korea goalkeeper Cho Hyun-Woo has been named All Football World Cup Player of the Round.

WHAT THEY SAY

French federation chief: Deschamps will stay whatever happens

Didier Deschamps will remain at the helm of the French national team whatever happens from now on at the World Cup it was confirmed by federation president Noel Le Graet.

FIFA World Cup chief encourages Diego Maradona to behave respectfully in Russia

Diego Maradona may be a giant of football history, governing body FIFA said on Friday, but even he must show respect to other fans at World Cup stadiums.

Ozil will 'need some time' to get over Germany's early World Cup exit

With a 2-0 loss to South Korea confirming an early German exit from Russia 2018, the Arsenal star admitted that the pain will take time to heal

Colombia star Mina wants to make Barcelona history despite possible transfer

His first six months at Camp Nou were a struggle but the centre-back has impressed at the World Cup and wants to make history when he gets back

'Other-worldly' Neymar and Ronaldo on the same level as Messi - Casemiro

All three superstars are in the last 16 with their respective nations and Brazil's midfield rock believes there is little to choose between them

Griezmann eyeing future MLS switch after fulfilling World Cup and UCL 'obsession'

The Atletico Madrid star wants a Champions League and World Cup winner's medal in his trophy case before moving to the United States

De Gea will start against Russia, says Spain boss Hierro

Interim Spain head coach Fernando Hierro says he has no plans to make a change in goal ahead of La Roja's World Cup last-16 tie with hosts Russia.

Sampaoli: Argentina will go out with a knife between their teeth

Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli said that they are ready to go out and battle against France but they will look to control the ball and not get into a physical battle.

Genius Messi a shining light for Argentina, says Sampaoli

After opening his World Cup account on Tuesday at the expense of Nigeria, the Argentina is being tipped to sparkle in the last 16

Thiago Silva denies rift with Brazil team-mate Neymar

Brazil defender Thiago Silva has dismissed suggestions he has had a falling out with star team-mate Neymar.

TRANSFERS

OFFICIAL: Man United midfielder Marouane Fellaini signs new two-year deal until 2020

Belgium midfielder Marouane Fellaini has signed a new two-year contract at Manchester United.

Chelsea reject £50million offer from Barcelona for Brazil winger Willian (Mail)

Chelsea have turned down a £50million offer from Barcelona for Brazilian midfielder Willian.

OFFICIAL: Juventus renew Chiellini & Barzagli contracts to 2020 and 2019 respectively

Juventus have announced that veteran defenders Giorgio Chielini and Andrea Barzagli have extended their contracts until 2020 and 2019 respectively.

TODAY'S WC FIXTURES (CET)

16:00  France vs Argentina

22:00  Uruguay vs Portugal