Stars are aligned for Messi to lift World Cup, says Ibrahimovic
Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes the stars are aligned for Lionel Messi to finally capture that elusive World Cup trophy, the AC Milan forward told reporters in Dubai on Monday.
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Giroud becomes France's all-time top scorer with 52 goals
DOHA: Olivier Giroud scored against Poland in their World Cup last-16 clash on Sunday to become France's all-time top scorer with 52 goals.
World Cup 2022: Which major players are missing FIFA tournament?
Following is a list of players who have been ruled out or are doubtful through injury for the World Cup, which runs through Dec. 18.
Denmark need to up the tempo against France, says Hjulmand
AL RAYYAN, Qatar : Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand said his team must find another gear against France when they meet the reigning champions in a crucial Group D clash on Saturday, having found themselves behind the points tally they would have wanted at this stage.
Favorites Brazil kick off World Cup bid as Ronaldo and Portugal enter fray
AFP DOHA: Favorites Brazil begin their bid to win a sixth World Cup on Thursday when they take on Serbia, while Cristiano Ronaldo will hope to put his acrimonious departure from Manchester United behind him as Portugal enter the fray against Ghana.
Croatia beat Spain 2-0 to advance to Davis Cup semifinals
MALAGA, Spain: Marin Cilic rallied to defeat Pablo Carreno Busta in a three-hour match Wednesday and send Croatia into the Davis Cup semifinals.
Karim Benzema's absence could see Kylian Mbappe and Olivier Giroud link up
Karim Benzema's last-minute withdrawal was labelled as a blow by everyone in the French squad but could actually be a blessing in disguise as Kylian Mbappe is now expected to be paired with his favoured attacking partner in Olivier Giroud.
Benzema's absence could be blessing in disguise for France
DOHA: Karim Benzema's last-minute withdrawal was labelled as a blow by everyone in the French squad but could actually be a blessing in disguise as Kylian Mbappe is now expected to be paired with his favoured attacking partner in Olivier Giroud.