Croatia's luck ran out with penalty call, says DalicDalic also bemoaned his side's lack of fortune as France's opener came via Mario Mandzukic's own goal
India look to overcome teething middle-order problems in series' finaleSince that 3-0 loss here seven years ago, India have enjoyed the upper-hand, winning 10 out of 17 matches
Modric says Golden Ball 'bittersweet' after World Cup defeat"Obviously I liked the recognition and thanks to those who chose me, but clearly I would have preferred to have won the World Cup," said the Real Madrid midfielder
Video: Ecstatic fans celebrate France's victory on Emirates flightFrance set for heroes' welcome after World Cup win.
Video: World Cup afterglow lifts up conflicted France France is readying to welcome home the national soccer team for a Monday parade down the Champs-Elysees.
UAE leaders congratulate France on World Cup win France defeated Croatia 4-2 in the final and was crowned champion for the second time.
Russia to provide visa-free entry for football fans till year end This will be a multiple entry visa-free regime.