Redemption for Japan coach Hajjime Moriyasu 29 years later in Qatar
AL-RAYYAN, Qatar: The “Agony of Doha” came 29 years ago, and Hajjime Moriyasu experienced it first-hand as a midfielder on Japan’s national football team.
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US coach Berhalter calls for focus on soccer before Iran decider
AL RAYYAN, Qatar: United States coach Gregg Berhalter insisted his team is focused only on Tuesday's Group B showdown with Iran as he sidestepped the political fracas around the game caused by decades of enmity between the nations.
Diplomatic foes Iran and US clash in winner-takes-all contest
Doha : The United States and Iran, diplomatic rivals for more than 40 years, clash on the soccer pitch on Tuesday, their places at the World Cup on the line in a fitting finale for the most politically charged group at this year's tournament.
Advocaat comes out of retirement again to help struggling home town club
AMSTERDAM : Veteran coach Dick Advocaat has agreed yet another return to the dugout, signing on for the rest of the season at struggling Netherlands second division club ADO Den Haag, Dutch media reported on Saturday.
Japan stun Germany 2-1 in comeback victory at World Cup
DOHA: In a place brimming with painful memories and etched with footballing scars, there were no more tears.
'Last time we cried in sadness, now we cry in happiness': Japanese fans banish Doha demons
DOHA: It is a memory that 34-year-old Taka Sato will never forget - seeing both his parents sobbing after a football match.
Saudis enjoy image boost from shock win over Argentina
DOHA, Qatar: Saudi Arabians enjoyed a holiday on Wednesday (Nov 23) to celebrate toppling mighty Argentina at the World Cup - but the benefits of their giantkilling go far beyond some unexpected free time.
Japan stun Germany 2-1 in comeback victory at World Cup
DOHA: In a place brimming with painful memories and etched with footballing scars, there were no more tears.