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Sterling back in training for England 09 Dec 2022 - 04:32 pm

Al Wakrah, Qatar: Raheem Sterling was back in training for England on Friday after returning to Qatar ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final...

No timescale on Jesus return, says Arsenal boss Arteta 09 Dec 2022 - 11:32 am

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he has no timescale for when striker Gabriel Jesus will recover from his knee injury and that the...

‘Tournament starts today’ for Dutch in crunch quarters 09 Dec 2022 - 10:10 am

The Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal says the Dutch would begin their tournament today as they take on two-time champions Argentina today at...

Japan target fifth AFC Asian Cup title after Qatar 2022 heartbreak 09 Dec 2022 - 10:07 am

Narita: Japan will put their FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 heartbreak behind them and focus on becoming Asian champions for a fifth time,...

beIN Sports provides Qatar 2022 coverage to refugees, displaced people 09 Dec 2022 - 10:06 am

Doha: beIN Sports, as the official broadcaster of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and a proud advocate for creating an inclusive and...

Luis Chavez’s goal against Saudi Arabia most powerful at Qatar 2022 09 Dec 2022 - 10:04 am

Doha: With technology playing a prominent role in the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar, and interest in data ever-growing, fans and media are...

PSG launch FootPool Challenge, displays iconic murals around Qatar 09 Dec 2022 - 10:03 am

Doha: Paris Saint-Germain will combine football and billiards within a FootPool Challenge for adults and children in Doha until December 18. The challenge...

Stage set for mouth-watering quarter-finals 09 Dec 2022 - 09:58 am

Out of 32 contenders, 24 have been eliminated and the rest are set to begin their do-or-die battles for a spot in the...

Portugal’s Ramos stepping into Ronaldo’s shoes 09 Dec 2022 - 09:56 am

Doha: Goncalo Ramos (pictured) was thrown into the eye of the storm, but it was Portugal’s 21-year-old striker who brought the thunder, blasting...

Fofana backs Mbappe to shine against England 09 Dec 2022 - 09:53 am

As England gear up to take on reigning champions France, in-form Kylian Mbappe is grabbing the spotlight as a main threat for the...

Di Maria’s ‘worst coach’ claim a pity, says Van Gaal 09 Dec 2022 - 09:42 am

Dutch coach Louis van Gaal has dismissed claims by Argentina and former Manchester United player Angel Di Maria that he was the worst...

Will they dance? 09 Dec 2022 - 09:36 am

After coach Tite defended his team’s goal celebrations, Brazil are likely to show more dance moves against Croatia and the World Cup favourites...

World Cup braces for quarter-finals as Spain sack coach 08 Dec 2022 - 10:20 pm

Doha: Brazil were gearing up for a showdown with Croatia while Argentina prepared to face the Netherlands as anticipation mounted on Thursday on...

Ronaldo is an 'exceptional player', says Ancelotti 08 Dec 2022 - 09:27 pm

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has sprung to the defence of Cristiano Ronaldo by highlighting his professionalism during his time at the Spanish...

Maguire mockery is 'undeserved' says England's Phillips 08 Dec 2022 - 07:57 pm

Doha: England midfielder Kalvin Phillips has backed team-mate Harry Maguire as the much-maligned centre-half prepares for the ultimate World Cup quarter-final test against...

Fofana confident Mbappe will have last laugh against England's Walker 08 Dec 2022 - 07:46 pm

DOHA: France midfielder Youssouf Fofana is confident that striker Kylian Mbappe will have the last laugh against England in their quarter-final on Saturday...