Depay to start for Dutch against Qatar
AL KHOR, Qatar : Memphis Depay will start his first game for the Netherlands at the World Cup on Tuesday as the Dutch look to confirm their last-16 place in their final Group A match against Qatar.
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Former England player Barnes slams critics of World Cup hosts Qatar
Former England international John Barnes slammed critics who have questioned World Cup hosts Qatar's treatment of migrant workers, saying detractors of the country had turned a blind eye to their progress on human rights.
World Cup pitch invader says he will avoid legal action
A pitch invader who disrupted a World Cup match between Portugal and Uruguay with a rainbow flag said he will not face legal action.
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.
'Between 400 and 500' migrant worker deaths according to Qatar chief Hassan Al-Thawadi
Between 400 and 500 migrants have died as a result of development linked to the Qatar World Cup, the tournament's chief has claimed.
World Cup 2022: why is Qatar a controversial location for the tournament?
The decision to award Qatar hosting rights for the 2022 World Cup has been marred by controversy, including allegations of corruption and human rights violations, since it was first announced 12 years ago. Here is a look at the issues:
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.