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Netherlands hope to turn silver into gold as Qatar make historic debut 13 Nov 2022 - 08:10 am

Doha: Given their history of making strong starts at the World Cup, in-form Netherlands are unlikely to let their Group A opponents –...

Willock stunner sinks Chelsea in gritty Newcastle win 12 Nov 2022 - 10:53 pm

Newcastle: Joe Willock's thunderous second-half goal earned Newcastle United a gritty 1-0 win over Chelsea at St James' Park on Saturday and consolidated...

All-star Bayern beat Schalke to go into winter break in top spot 12 Nov 2022 - 10:41 pm

Gelsenkirchen: Champions Bayern Munich eased past Schalke 04 2-0 on Saturday to make sure of top spot going into the World Cup break...

Saudi Arabia include injured Al-Faraj in World Cup squad 12 Nov 2022 - 06:48 pm

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia coach Herve Renard named injured star midfielder Salman Al-Faraj in his squad for the World Cup which kicks off in...

Toney strikes twice as Brentford stun Man City 12 Nov 2022 - 06:42 pm

Manchester: Brentford striker Ivan Toney struck twice to give his side a shock 2-1 victory at champions Manchester City on Saturday in their...

STARS OF QATAR 2022: Captain Son and other stars to watch out for as South Korea aim for another knockout stage appearance 12 Nov 2022 - 06:23 pm

After the retirement of legendary figures such as Park Ji-sung and Lee Young-pyo following a run to the last 16 at the 2010...

Focus should be on football at Qatar World Cup, says Brazil FA 12 Nov 2022 - 05:22 pm

Brasilia: Brazil's soccer ruling body (CBF) has backed FIFA's message of focusing on the football at the World Cup in Qatar. The statement...

Qatar 2022: Ecuador looking to prove themselves at the biggest stage 12 Nov 2022 - 05:03 pm

Doha: During its fourth World Cup appearance, the Ecuadorean national team is looking to prove themselves worthy of qualifying for the FIFA World...

Afif, Almoez set to lead Qatar attack 12 Nov 2022 - 10:48 am

Head coach Felix Sanchez sprang no surprises as hosts Qatar yesterday named their 26-man final squad for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022,...

Stars begin to arrive in Doha as FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 excitement grows globally 12 Nov 2022 - 10:44 am

Doha: The stars of the forthcoming FIFA World Cup have begun to arrive in Qatar ahead of the first-ever edition of the tournament...

Qatar-bound Liverpool players will keep me updated on fitness: Klopp 12 Nov 2022 - 10:30 am

London: Liverpool boss Juergen Klopp (pictured) said his players will be in constant touch throughout the tournament, updating him with any fitness issues....

We have improved a lot since last World Cup, says Brazil's Alisson 12 Nov 2022 - 10:28 am

Doha: On the cusp of playing the second FIFA World Cup of his career, Brazil goalkeeper Alisson has no problem comparing the Brazilian...

Injured Mane makes Senegal World Cup list, Cisse ‘optimistic’ 12 Nov 2022 - 10:23 am

Reigning African player of the year and Ballon d’Or runner-up Sadio Mane has been included in Aliou Cisse’s final 26-man list heading to...

Afif, Almoez set to lead Qatar attack 12 Nov 2022 - 12:38 am

Head coach Felix Sanchez sprang no surprises as hosts Qatar yesterday named their 26-man final squad for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022,...

FIFA publishes tourist guide to cities, landmarks and activities in Qatar 12 Nov 2022 - 12:20 am

DOHA: The International Football Association (FIFA) has published on its official website a tourist guide to the cities, landmarks, and activities that fans...