Unvaccinated Djokovic out of US Open; can’t travel to States
NEW YORK: Novak Djokovic will not play in the US Open, as expected, because he is not vaccinated against COVID-19 and thus is not allowed to travel to the United States.
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Lionel Messi's Argentina Prove Top Draw At World Cup: Official
Tickets for two games featuring Lionel Messi's Argentina have been the top attractions for fans at this year's World Cup in Qatar, according to the chief organiser. Argentina's first round group games against arch-rivals Mexico on November 26 and Saudi Arabia on November 22 were the "most requested", Nasser Al-Khater, CEO of the Qatar organising committee, told the QNA national news agency late Wednesday. Both matches will be at the 80,000-capacity Lusail stadium, where the World Cup final will be staged on December 18.
Alexander Isak could find his 'best version' with Newcastle after Zlatan Ibrahimovic comparisons - Inside Europe
Newcastle look all but set to smash their transfer record for a signing with the acquisition of Real Sociedad striker Alexander Isak. Eddie Howe wants to bolster his forward line with the Swedish international striker, who will cost the Magpies a reported £59 million, with possible add-ons which could eventually take the fee north of £60m.
Matthäus returns Maradona jersey from 1986 World Cup final
MADRID: The jersey Diego Maradona wore in the 1986 World Cup final was back in Argentine hands Thursday thanks to German great Lothar Matthäus.
Messi's Argentina prove top draw at World Cup: Official
DOHA: Tickets for two games featuring Lionel Messi's Argentina have been the top attractions for fans at this year's World Cup in Qatar, according to the chief organiser.
Eyes on the prize as Saudi women target global sporting glory
JEDDAH: Saudi women are stepping up to take their place on the global sporting stage — with a 2,000-year-old game leading the way.
Dybala aiming to avoid tears on Juve return with Roma
MILAN, Italy: Paulo Dybala will lead the Roma charge on Saturday as the team seek to build on a perfect Serie A start when he returns to Juventus, the ground he last left in tears.
World Cup fans to get Saudi visas as Gulf neighbours cash in
World Cup, officials said on Thursday, as neighbouring Gulf countries look to reap benefits from the competition. People with a Hayya Card, which is reserved for ticket-holders and used to access Qatar during the tournament, will be able to apply for the electronic visas, the foreign ministry said. The move comes as Qatar, which has a population of 2.8 million, tries to accommodate an expected 1.2 million visitors during the November 20-December 18 World Cup, and as Saudi Arabia ramps up efforts to attract tourists.