Coach wants world’s second-ranked side to beat Croatia to reach Qatar World Cup last 16

Veteran striker is pivotal to country’s hopes of reaching World Cup last 16 for only second time

Defender feared his dream of making football showpiece was over after injury with Man Utd in October

Dutch forward focused on Qatar World Cup as reports suggest Red Devils will look to sign him in January

Win for either team will secure a place in last 16, defeat guarantees elimination

Four-time winners snatch 1-1 draw with Spain in World Cup group match; African country bag 2-1 win

Selecao also eye entry into knockout phase with win over Swiss; Ronaldo and co tackle Uruguay

Qatar World Cup’s joint top goalscorer holds key to fire country into knock-outs for only second time

Man Utd forward describes Portuguese veteran as ‘one of my idols’, wishes him luck with new club

A deadly fire last week in Urumqi has become a catalyst for public anger