Desperate fans turn to illegal hawkers in Qatar for World Cup tickets
DOHA : Ashraf Ali arrived at Stadium 974 six hours ahead of the Argentina-Poland World Cup match and, in desperation, raised a hand-written sign: "We need tickets."
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Declan Rice: 'Faultless' England are silencing critics
Declan Rice believes England's World Cup performances have not been given the credit they deserve but the side have "silenced the critics" ahead of a quarter-final against holders France.
Saudi Arabia set to host 2027 Asian Cup after India withdraws bid
KUALA LUMPUR: Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2027 Asian Cup after India withdrew its bid. The Asian Football Confederation issued a statement Monday saying the All Indian Football Federation had withdrawn from the host selection process.
World Cup quarter-finals a step too far for gritty underdogs Poland
AL RAYYAN, Qatar: Poland's World Cup last-16 exit on Sunday (Dec 4) ended a run fuelled by hopes and dreams but their fighting spirit was a fitting tribute on Miners' Day in Poland to celebrate their patron saint of 'hard work and good death'.
Elated England turn thoughts to fearsome France
AL KHOR, Qatar : England spent little time celebrating Sunday's 3-0 World Cup win over Senegal before turning their thoughts to an intimidating quarter-final next Saturday against reigning champions France and current tournament top scorer Kylian Mbappe.
'One match, one chance' - unfazed South Korea eye Brazil World Cup upset
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : Wild cards South Korea say they have nothing to fear and nothing to lose when they take on five-times champions Brazil on Monday, with their sights set on another giant-killing feat in a World Cup where big names have taken a beating.
Magic Messi fires Argentina into World Cup quarters
AL RAYYAN, Qatar: Lionel Messi scored his first goal in a World Cup knockout round in his 1,000th match to beat Diego Maradona's tournament tally, as Argentina beat off a frenzied Australia fightback to win 2-1 on Saturday (Dec 3) and reach the quarter-finals.
Socceroos create perfect platform for growth of Australian game - Behich
DOHA : Aziz Behich believes Australia's World Cup campaign has created the perfect opportunity for football to take a massive step forward in a country where it often struggles for profile in a crowded marketplace.