Germany gearing up to handle pressure in group opener against Japan
DOHA : Germany go into their World Cup Group E opener against Japan on Wednesday knowing that this one game could potentially make or break their tournament hopes.
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FIFA says 2.95 million World Cup tickets sold
Nearly three million World Cup tickets have been sold, FIFA said Sunday, as the governing body's president revealed the tournament had helped push revenues over the past four years to a record $7.5 billion.
Kane in a hurry to surpass Rooney's England scoring record
DOHA : Harry Kane said he hopes to break Wayne Rooney's England scoring record "as soon as possible" as the striker prepares to lead his country into their World Cup Group B opener with Iran on Monday.
'Conditions in our country are not right' - Iran captain Ehsan Hajsafi speaks out
Iran captain Ehsan Hajsafi called for change and sent condolences to bereaved families ahead of a World Cup opener against England that pales into insignificance given the human rights atrocities taking place at home.
Ricciardo will not attend all races as Red Bull reserve
ABU DHABI: Daniel Ricciardo has ruled out attending all 24 Formula One races next season if, as expected, he signs a deal to be Red Bull reserve driver following his departure from McLaren.
Messi's Argentina expected to roll over Saudis in Group C opener
DOHA : Lionel Messi's Argentina have an easy-looking start to the World Cup on Tuesday based on blistering recent form and opponents Saudi Arabia's history of drubbings in tournament openers.
Djokovic downs Fritz to face Ruud for ATP Finals title
Novak Djokovic remained on course for a record-equalling sixth ATP Tour Finals title after a 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (8/6) win over Taylor Fritz in Turin on Saturday.
England football superfan Terry Matson, of Sittingbourne, prepares to jet off for ninth World Cup in Qatar
An England superfan is heading to his ninth World Cup – but amid a ban on beer in stadiums and human rights controversies, it is set to be a tournament like no other.