Ghana's Addo blames 'gift' Ronaldo penalty for Portugal defeat
Ghana coach Otto Addo insisted Thursday that the spot-kick from which Cristiano Ronaldo's netted in his fifth World Cup was a "gift" following the Black Stars' defeat to Portugal.
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Analysis:Tite's courage pays off as Brazil forwards deliver
LUSAIL, Qatar : When Brazil manager Tite announced he was taking nine forwards to the World Cup, many questioned if that was too many and wondered if he would really dare to abandon his traditionally defensive approach to unleash so much attacking talent.
Richarlison turns on style as silky Brazil see off Serbia
LUSAIL, QATAR : Brazil outclassed Serbia 2-0 in their World Cup opener on Thursday as Richarlison's second-half goals, including a spectacular overhead kick, propelled the five-times champions to the top of Group G.
Maguire won't be appreciated until he's gone, says Southgate
AL RAYYAN, Qatar: Harry Maguire will win his 50th cap when England play the United States on Friday (Nov 25) and though the Manchester United centre back has been the butt of criticism almost from his first, manager Gareth Southgate had nothing but praise for him on Thursday.
Ecuador federation asks fans to avoid offensive chants
DOHA : Ecuador's football federation urged its fans on Thursday to clean up their act after football's governing body FIFA opened disciplinary proceedings for homophobic slurs during the South Americans' opening World Cup game against Qatar.
Maguire: Confidence in my ability never disappeared
Harry Maguire says his self-belief never wavered amid poor performances and widespread criticism, although the England defender admits his lack of game time had him a little concerned over his World Cup place.
Mexico's Ochoa in high spirits ahead of Messi test
Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa says he feels very motivated ahead of Saturday's World Cup match against Argentina, when he will come up against the "magic" of Lionel Messi.
Uruguay's Alonso expecting nail-biting finale in World Cup group
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : Uruguay coach Diego Alonso believes his team's World Cup group will go down to the wire in next week's final matches, emerging positive from a goalless but entertaining opening draw with South Korea that featured flashes of flair.