Morocco's 'avocado head' plots another World Cup shock
DOHA : Spain will be favourites to beat Morocco in the World Cup last 16 on Tuesday but the teams' experiences in the group phase were a reminder of the unpredictability of tournament football.
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Comeback kings, surprise packages and injury-hit favourites: Teams to watch in World Cup round of 16
DOHA: After a group stage which has seen countless upsets, lots of drama and some sensational footballing action, the World Cup moves into the round of 16 on Saturday (Dec 3).
England bond over cards ahead of Senegal World Cup clash
DOHA: For a nation that has frequently flattered to deceive at soccer’s major tournaments, a card game that relies on the art of deception is strengthening the bond among England’s players ahead of their match against Senegal in the World Cup round of 16. Werewolf, a game of roleplay and deduction, has become a popular pastime for the squad between games. “It’s about being the best liar,” said midfielder Declan Rice.
Stats suggest Qatar is a World Cup of shocks
The World Cup group stage has thrown up its fair share of surprises in 2022.
Japan's smash and grab raiders come up against Croatian class
DOHA : Japan's sensational smash-and-grab raids at the World Cup have already seen off Germany and Spain, but in the last 16 on Tuesday they come up against a Croatia side who might just be a little too streetwise for a mugging.
Sub-par no more: Record-breaking African teams bounce back from 2018 disappointment
Four years ago Africa was left without a representative in the World Cup last 16 for the first time since the round was introduced in 1986, but the response has been emphatic in Qatar.
With late goal, South Korea shocks Portugal
South Korea’s players celebrate at the end of the Qatar 2022 World Cup Group H football match between South Korea and Portugal at the Education City Stadium in Al-Rayyan, west of Doha on December 2, 2022. (Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP)
Ghana coach confirms he is leaving job immediately
AL WAKRAH, Qatar : Ghana coach Otto Addo confirmed he would be leaving after the team’s exit from the World Cup on Friday, having already said before the tournament in Qatar he would not be staying on after.