France record a reward for my patience, says Giroud
DOHA : Olivier Giroud believes his France scoring record is a great example for young players because it was a reward for his resilience after a career featuring many ups and downs.
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World Cup Podcast: Korea get samba'd but what is Neymar
John Brewin joins Mikey Stafford and Conor Neville minutes after Brazil were finished dancing on the dreams of South Korea to set up a quarter-final against Croatia, who needed a shootout to see off Japan.
Griezmann thankful for thankless role in France side
DOHA : France's Antoine Griezmann has yet to score as he toils away at this World Cup, but the attacking midfielder could not care less as he is enjoying his comeback at the highest level with the defending champions.
Sergei Perelygin and Lindsay Webster crowned winners at Spartan World Championships in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: Sergei Perelygin and Lindsay Webster have been crowned Spartan World Champions after conquering an all-new obstacle course in Al-Wathba to beat the world’s best athletes at the weekend.
Saudi Arabia set to host 2027 Asian Cup after India withdraws bid
KUALA LUMPUR: Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2027 Asian Cup after India withdrew its bid. The Asian Football Confederation issued a statement Monday saying the All Indian Football Federation had withdrawn from the host selection process.
Rugby in Mideast thriving on and off the pitch
DUBAI: The best 16 men’s and 12 women’s teams in the world took to the pitch at this year’s Emirates Dubai 7s as part of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series calendar, and there is compelling evidence that the annual event is helping to grow the game both on and off the pitch in the region.
Gareth Southgate expects 'biggest test possible' for England against France
Gareth Southgate says England face the biggest test possible after sweeping aside Senegal to set-up a mouthwatering World Cup quarter-final against reigning champions France.
Giroud breaks France’s record as holders beat Poland to reach quarterfinals
Giroud opened scores as France defeated Poland 3-1 to move to the quarterfinal of the Qatar 2022 World Cup.