Comeback sees Ireland make it two from two against Pakistan in Nations Cup
Ireland recovered from a slow start to make it two wins from two in the FIH Men's Hockey Nations Cup in South Africa.
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Cheetahs name touring squad for Challenge Cup fixtures
The Cheetahs have named their squad for the upcoming EPCR Challenge Cup fixtures.
Senegal captain wears special armband in Diop's memory
DOHA: Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly wore a special armband in memory of former international Papa Bouba Diop, who died exactly two years ago, in his team's decisive Group A game against Ecuador at the World Cup on Tuesday.
Denmark goal drought is no joke for Hjulmand
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : So desperate is Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand to see his team break out of a World Cup scoring drought that he joked he might have to ask to borrow Norwegian striker Erling Haaland.
Australia look to reignite spirit of 2006 in Denmark clash
DOHA : Australia are looking to spark something special in a country where football often takes a backseat by reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup via their final Group D match against Denmark on Wednesday.
World Cup exploits can put football on map in Australia: coach
DOHA: Australia coach Graham Arnold said on Tuesday that his team’s exploits at the Qatar World Cup can “put football on the map” at home and unite the nation. Australia are on the cusp of reaching the last 16 for only the second time in their history, matching the achievement of a “golden generation” who made the same stage in 2006. Victory over Euro 2020 semifinalists Denmark on Wednesday will guarantee a spot in the knockout rounds while a draw could also be enough.
Denmark coach says ‘emotions high’ for must-win World Cup clash
DOHA: Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand admitted on Tuesday that “emotions are very, very high” for their must-win World Cup clash against a dogged Australia. With holders France already qualified for the last 16 from Group D, Australia are in pole position to join them in the knockout rounds with three points from two games. Going into the final round of Group D games on Wednesday, Denmark are third and Tunisia fourth, both with one point.
Australia can emulate 2006 team and make last 16, says Lazaridis
DOHA : Australia can emulate their 2006 World Cup side by getting a result against Denmark and making it through to the last 16 along with group leaders France, former Socceroo Stan Lazaridis has told Reuters.