Reporter/ Fawad Hussain

Brazil hopeful of Neymar’s return as South Korea seek ‘another miracle’ 05 Dec 2022 - 08:58 am

Doha: Brazil coach Tite was hopeful talisman Neymar would return to his squad to face South Korea in their World Cup last 16...

Song hails ‘true warriors’ Cameroon 04 Dec 2022 - 08:55 am

Cameroon coach Rigobert Song praised his team’s fighting spirit after a stunning World Cup victory over five-time winners Brazil in their Group G...

Netherlands beat USA 3-1 to reach quarters 03 Dec 2022 - 08:13 pm

The Netherlands put up a strong show to beat USA 3-1 and move into the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup at the...

Asian teams can win on the world stage, says Moriyasu 03 Dec 2022 - 12:06 pm

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu has said his Samurai Blue have proved Asian teams have the capability to shine at the global stage by...

Dutch face ‘excellent’ USA in first knockout clash 03 Dec 2022 - 11:32 am

Doha: With extra time and shootout dramas a possibility, the heartbreaks and wild celebrations will surely be seen in the next 16 days...

Cameroon stun Brazil to make history, but eliminated 03 Dec 2022 - 12:28 am

Doha: For almost an entire match, a second-string Brazil were in control against Cameroon but the Africans had saved their best for the...

Alves to captain Brazil as Tite set to make changes 02 Dec 2022 - 10:39 am

Coach Tite said Brazil have “26 great athletes” as he is set to ring changes in his squad for final Group G clash...

Japan continue giant-killing spree, stun Spain to top group 02 Dec 2022 - 12:07 am

Japan are a side to be feared at this World Cup. They can change things around in a matter of seconds. This was...

World Cup a ‘great lesson’ for Al Annabi 01 Dec 2022 - 09:32 am

Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo has said Al Annabi have learned a “great lesson” on their World Cup debut, and hoped the experience will...

Japan aim to tame mighty Spain 01 Dec 2022 - 08:58 am

Doha: A poor show against Costa Rica has let Japan down but the Samurai Blue have already shown what they are capable of...

Argentina reach last 16, Poland advance despite defeat 01 Dec 2022 - 12:11 am

Lionel Messi saw his spot kick saved but Alexis Mac Allister and Julian Alvarez scored goals to ensure Argentina a dominant 2-0 victory...

Spotlight on Messi and Lewandowski as Argentina, Poland battle for last 16 berth 30 Nov 2022 - 09:26 am

Lionel Messi-led Argentina will square off with Robert Lewandowski’s Poland at the Stadium 974, with the Word Cup last 16 berth at stake...

Netherlands win 2-0 as Qatar exit without a point 29 Nov 2022 - 08:09 pm

Qatar’s World Cup journey ended with a 2-0 defeat to the Netherlands, who topped Group A after an unbeaten run yesterday. Despite the...

Qatar play for pride in Dutch test 29 Nov 2022 - 09:06 am

Qatar are hoping to end their World Cup on a high note but the home team faces a tough challenge in three-time finalists...

Late Casemiro strike sends Brazil into last 16 28 Nov 2022 - 09:07 pm

Seeking an end to 20-year trophy drought, Brazil took a step towards their record-extending sixth World Cup title reaching the Round of 16...

Neymar-less Brazil take on Switzerland 28 Nov 2022 - 10:30 am

Doha: Despite missing their talisman Neymar, mighty Brazil are tipped to get three points against Switzerland, who have warned they are more experienced...

Fullkrug rescues Germany in showdown with Spain, all still to play for 28 Nov 2022 - 12:10 am

Doha: Germany snatched a vital 1-1 draw against Spain keeping their hopes for the knockout stage alive after a thrilling Group E clash...

Enrique cautions Spain against overconfidence in crunch Germany tie 27 Nov 2022 - 09:17 am

Doha: Luis Enrique has warned former champions Spain against overconfidence ahead of their marquee Group E clash against four-time winners Germany at the...