Vengeance seeking Argentina battle Croatia as semifinals begin
Croatia’s talisman, Luka Modric (right), is in for a big battle with Argentina’s icon, Lionel Messi in today’s semifinals.
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Ten Hag wants Maguire to replicate England form at United
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said centre back Harry Maguire had a really good World Cup and urged him to replicate his England form at the club when the Premier League restarts.
Stars are aligned for Messi to lift World Cup, says Ibrahimovic
Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes the stars are aligned for Lionel Messi to finally capture that elusive World Cup trophy, the AC Milan forward told reporters in Dubai on Monday.
Thomas to compete in 2023 Giro d'Italia
Geraint Thomas has enjoyed little luck at the Giro d'Italia but the Welshman said on social media he is gearing up for another go at next year's Grand Tour.
Astana end Lopez's contract over new findings in probe
Astana-Qazaqstan said it had terminated Colombian rider Miguel Angel Lopez's contract due to "new elements" linking him with a professor under investigation for alleged drug trafficking and money laundering.
Brazil’s Ronaldo backing France for World Cup
DOHA: Former Brazil star Ronaldo says he cannot get behind his country’s great sporting rivals Argentina at the World Cup, and backs France as “big favorites” to retain their title.
Argentina, Croatia ready for World Cup clash as semifinals kick off
DOHA: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni brushed off accusations of poor sportsmanship on Monday as the South Americans prepared for a World Cup semifinal showdown against Croatia.
Morocco launches extra flights for euphoric World Cup fans
Morocco's national airline is laying on 30 extra return flights to jet euphoric fans to Qatar for Wednesday's historic World Cup semi-final against France.