16:52 - 🇷🇺 Russia 0-0 Brazil 🇧🇷
It's half-time in Russia and the teams are locked level. The hosts will probably be the happier of the two sides at the break.
Brazil went close through Jesus and Coutinho, while Willian has been looking sharp as well.
Hopefully we'll see some goals in the second half!
16:47 - Messi could be out of Italy game 👎
Whispers from Argentina suggest that Messi could be out of today's match against Italy.
The Barcelona man reportedly has a sore thigh and is set to sit the game out as a precaution.
PSG's Giovan Lo Celso is expected to replace the captain.
16:44 - So let's re-cap... ⚽
Just a reminder of what's in store this evening.
Lionel Messi, Thomas Muller, Dele Alli, Cristiano Ronaldo, Mohamed Salah and Paul Pogba.
A stellar cast.
16:00 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
19:45 - 🇦🇷 Argentina vs Italy 🇮🇹
19:45 - 🇩🇪 Germany vs Spain 🇪🇸
19:45 - 🇳🇱 Netherlands vs England 🦁
19:45 - 🇵🇹 Portugal vs Egypt 🇪🇬
20:00 - 🇫🇷 France vs Colombia 🇨🇴
Which game are you most looking forward to?
16:39 - 🇷🇺 Russia 0-0 Brazil 🇧🇷
No goals as yet but Russia are beginning to come into the game a bit more.
As hosts of the World Cup they'll be eager to impress and a good result against one of the tournament favourites would be a good start to the year.
16:34 - 🇫🇷 France vs Colombia 🇨🇴
Later on this evening France will be in action against Colombia.
One man who will be desperate to make an impact for Les Bleus is Paul Pogba, who has been stagnating at Manchester United under Mourinho.
Former France international David Trezeguet is confident that the midfielder will overcome and shine for his country in Russia.
Read more.
16:27 - 🇷🇺 Russia 0-0 Brazil 🇧🇷
Still scoreless in Moscow after 23 minutes. Brazil are dominating possession and look more likely to make a breakthrough, with Philippe Coutinho pullng the strings.
16:23 - Loads of action
There are some more games kicking off soon around the globe.
World Cup-bound Australia are in action against Norway at 17:00, the Republic of Ireland take on Turkey at 17:30 and Switzerland play Greece at 18:00
The bigger teams are all set for later kick-offs, but there is no shortage of matches.
You can keep an eye on them all here.
16:17 - 🇷🇺 Russia 0-0 Brazil 🇧🇷
Phew! Man City and Brazil fans breath a sigh of relief after Jesus went down with what looked to be an ankle injury.
But he's back up again now and back in the game. The striker's just after returning from injury, so another three months out from the World Cup would have been cruel.
16:11 - 🇷🇺 Russia 0-0 Brazil 🇧🇷
Some early goal-mouth action already as Gabriel Jesus tests Igor Akinfeev after beating the off-side trap.
The Man City striker was found by Dani Alves with a long-ball over the top, but Akinfeev was equal to the challenge.
16:05 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
Things are under way at Olimpiyskiy Stadium! Brazil are in their new all-blue away kit and the atmosphere is electric.
15:55 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
Just under five minutes to go before things get under way in Moscow!
#Canarinho conheceu o #Zabivaka, mascote da Copa do Mundo, antes da partida de daqui a pouco. Bola rola 13h! 🐥🐺 #GigantesPorNatureza #WorldCup pic.twitter.com/OcAklVuFZ9 — CBF Futebol (@CBF_Futebol) March 23, 2018
Here are the two teams again:
Russia starting XI: Akinfeev, Kudryashov, Kutepov, Granat, Kombarov, Golovin, Glushakov, Zobnin, Samedov, Aleksei Miranchuk, Smolov.
Brazil starting XI: Alisson, Marcelo, Silva, Miranda, Alves, Paulinho, Casemiro, Coutinho, Costa, Jesus, Willan.
15:48 - 🇦🇷 Argentina vs Italy 🇮🇹
Lionel Messi and Argentina come up against Italy in Manchester later this evening in what promises to be an exciting game.
The Barcelona star single-handedly dragged his country to the World Cup while Italy fell at the final hurdle in the play-offs.
That virtuoso display further cemented his legacy as one of Argentina's all time greats, but Gabriel Batistuta stll thinks lags behind Diego Maradona.
What do you think? 🤔
Read the story in full on Goal!
15:39 - 🇳🇱 Netherlands vs England 🦁
England fans will be tuning in later on as the Three Lions take on Ronald Koeman's England.
One player who could be set to make his debut in that game is Dutch starlet Justin Kluivert, who has impressed with Ajax in the past few months.
His form has seen him linked with a number of clubs, but his father - none other than Patrick Kluivert - is hoping that he will follow in his footsteps.
Read the story in full
15:34 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
So, the teams are in! About 20 minutes to go before kick off.
Russia starting XI: Akinfeev, Kudryashov, Kutepov, Granat, Kombarov, Golovin, Glushakov, Zobnin, Samedov, Aleksei Miranchuk, Smolov
Brazil starting XI: Alisson, Marcelo, Silva, Miranda, Alves, Paulinho, Casemiro, Coutinho, Costa, Jesus, Willan
15:21 - Italy to pay tribute to Astori
Italy take on Argentina and England this international week and they will pay tribute to former international David Astori during the games.
The Azzurri will wear special shirts in memory Astori, whose tragic death rocked the Italian football community earlier this month.
Read the story in full on Goal
15:18 - Are Brazil favourites to win the World Cup? 🤔
They are according to one World Cup winner!
Roberto Carlos reckons that Tite's side have what it takes to win a record sixth title in Russia this summer.
"I see Brazil playing and I can't find any other team which is playing like them," said the former Real Madrid star.
"The Brazilian squad is a group, it's not only Neymar. That's such a strong group."
Read the story in full on Goal!
15:15 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
We will have team news for you shortly.
In the meantime, why not soak up some of the atmosphere from inside the stadium.
#RUSBRA 🇷🇺🇧🇷😃 pic.twitter.com/rYw8GL2vtT — Brasil Global Tour (@BGT_ENG) March 23, 2018
15:10 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
No Neymar, no problem!
Brazil head to Russia without their star player after the Paris Saint-Germain suffered a foot injury while playing for his club. However, head coach Tite can call upon a wealth of talent besides.
The likes of Philippe Coutinho, Roberto Firmino and Douglas Costa all provide a serious threat going forward, while Thiago Silva and Dani Alves boast plenty of experience.
Of course, the game is being played in the Luzhniki Stadium, which is where the World Cup final will be held, so Brazil will be hoping to give themselves a good omen with a win.
15:05 - ⚽ Brazil, Germany, England, Argentina and more! ⚽
So, what games are on? Quite a few and some tasty encounters are in store. Have a look at some of the games we'll be bringing to you below.
16:00 - 🇷🇺 Russia vs Brazil 🇧🇷
19:45 - 🇦🇷 Argentina vs Italy 🇮🇹
19:45 - 🇩🇪 Germany vs Spain 🇪🇸
19:45 - 🇳🇱 Netherlands vs England 🦁
19:45 - 🇵🇹 Portugal vs Egypt 🇪🇬
20:00 - 🇫🇷 France vs Colombia 🇨🇴
Quite a line-up, eh? You can see the full schedule of games here.
15:00 - 🎉 🥳 It's international week! 🥳 🎉
Hello and welcome to Goal's live coverage of today's international friendlies. Some of the world's best teams are in action as they begin their preparations for the World Cup.
We will be bringing you all the build-up, team news and updates as they happen across the day, so sit tight!